Let loose in this painting class focused on exploratory methods of painting. Using a variety of materials, including brushes, textures, stamps, stencils, markers, and pastels, student will create a unique piece in their own voice. Throughout the class, we will discuss both abstract and non-objective styles of art. Final pieces will be done on a 16″ x 20″ wooden panel that will be ready to hang!

A note about the venue:

This class is being hosted by HealthWest, but is open to everyone!  When you arrive, please let the staff member at the front desk know you are there for the art class and they will take you to the classroom.

Class minimum: 4

Class maximum: 8

Pay What you Can Pricing:

This class is supported by the ACWL-Nuveen Scholarship Fund. If you cannot afford the $95 class fee, you may still attend the class for $70, $45 or $20. To see the other pricing options, click ‘more prices’ under Tickets. ACWL-Nuveen member discounts do not apply to scholarship prices.

About the Instructor:

Since an early age Chelsea Kirksey has found art to be a lens through which to explore our relationships with the world, others, and ourselves. She holds a BFA in Art Education from Michigan State University and continues to teach community-based art in the Muskegon area. Her teaching is rooted in exploratory mindsets and encouraging her students to find their own artistic voice through the process

ACWL-Nuveen classes are supported in part by CatchMark Technologies, Michigan Arts & Culture Council, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Nuveen Benevolent Trust.