Classes & Workshops
Pre-registration for workshops and classes is strongly encouraged. Please call the Arts Center to secure a place in any of the following. There are limits on class and workshop sizes in most cases, so please register early! Registration fees for classes and workshops will not be prorated. All classes and workshops have a minimum enrollment of 5 participants.
You may pay in person at the Arts Center or through PayPal on our website, where available.
Workshops
Check back soon for more workshops...
Summer Camps 2013
Click here to view the Summer Camp 2013 offerings at the Arts Center
Kids & Family Classes and Workshops
Fantastical World of Dr. Seuss
Thursday, May 16, 4 - 5pm
Ages 7 - 10
Cost: $10/Child
Instructor: Sarah Sloop
Sarah will start this lesson with a Dr. Seuss story and engage all children in the world of Dr. Seuss. After the story, Sarah will lead the students in a corresponding art activity. Projects will be completed in this workshop and will go home that day!
2013 Mommy & Me
Save the Dates:
May 15 Mother’s Day
June 12 Father’s Day
Ages 4 & under (with an adult)
Cost: $10/child
Meets on Wednesdays from 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Fun, tactile workshop for the little one and his or her special person (no “mommy” required):
Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Babysitter...
Mommy & Me Summer Camp
July 30 - August 1
9:00 - 11:00 am
Cost: $30 for members/$40 for non-members
A continuation of our Mommy & Me Holiday
Activities! Come enjoy other small children and
their parents in this fun, no-pressure craft camp.
Cut & paste, use markers & stickers & paint,
help guide your little one and have fun yourself!
Adult Classes and Workshops
3-D and Pottery
Metal Art Fabrication Workshop
Thursday evenings for 4 weeks
Thursday, May 16 - June 6, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
$90 members/$100 non-members
(includes all materials)
Instructor: Rose Clark
Broaden your artistic talents by learning to weld! Basic welding techniques using mild sheet steel to fabricate metal sculpture will be offered. No experience necessary! Participants need to bring protective gear and wear appropriate clothing. This workshop is limited to 5 participants.
Classes coming this fall...
Watercolor
Tuesdays for 6 weeks
Classes will start in Mid-September
$75 for members/$85 for non-members
Instructor: Cynthia Hyder
Learn the art of watercolor painting from
retired LCC art professor, Cynthia Hyder.
You will learn watercolor techniques using traditional materials.
This class is for beginning to intermediate skill levels. Please contact the Arts Center for a materials/supply list.
Furniture Painting
Wednesdays for 6 weeks
Classes will start in Mid-September
$55 for members/$65 for non-members
Instructor: Molly Smith
Molly B’s home decorating & design studio is now offering
student training for the small business entrepreneur, as well as her standard FUN furniture painting! Training in the art of furniture painting as well as marketing skills. Come for business skills AND for the pleasure of painting! All ages.
Beginning Oil Painting
Classes will start in Mid-September
Wednesdays for 6 weeks
$75 for members/$85 for non-members
Instructor: Linda Clark
Learn the fine art of oil painting from Kinston’s own, Linda Clark. You will be painting from photos, from still life set ups, and some painting outdoors. Students will learn about materials, color mixing, shape, and perspective. Please wear old clothes, apron, or smock as paint can stain. Beginners, only, please.
Oil Painting
Wednesdays for 6 weeks
Classes will start in Mid-September
$75 for members/$85 for non-members
Instructor: Linda Clark
Learn the fine art of oil painting from Kinston’s own, Linda Clark. You will be painting from photos, from still life set ups, and some painting outdoors. Students will learn about materials, color mixing, shape, and perspective. Please wear old clothes, apron, or smock as paint can stain. All skill levels are welcome.
Pre-registration for workshops & classes is strongly encouraged. Please call the Arts Center to secure a place in any of our course offerings. There are limits on class and workshop sizes, in most cases, so please register early! Registration fees for classes and workshops will not be prorated. All classes and workshops have a minimum enrollment of 5 participants. You may pay in person at the arts center or though PayPal on our website @ www.kinstoncca.com. For inquiries, please call 252-527-2517 or email Amanda Lehtola @ artist@kinstoncca.com.
Your Class...
Are you interested in taking a class that you don't see offered on this page? Are you interested in having an art party for adults or kids? Contact the Arts Center at 527-2517 or email our Programs & Visual Arts Director at artist@kinstoncca.com. All we need from you is:
which technique you would like learn
the names of 5 people (including yourself) who want to take the class with you
the length of time you want the class to run (1 day, 2 days, or 1 day per week for several weeks)
the approximate week you would like to take the class.
We will do the rest!
There are a number of different options to choose from:
Painting-oil, acrylic, watercolor, abstract, still-life, plein air
Furniture Painting
Drawing-still life, cartooning, figure drawing
Ceramics-wheel throwing, hand-building, painted pottery, sculpture
Collage-abstract, commemorative, traditional torn paper
Textile Arts-quilting, knitting, crochet, fabric dyeing, needlework
Floral Design
Event Planning
Crafts-bring in a craft project from a magazine or website and we will do it with the group
Whatever you can think of! Come to the Arts Center and get creative!
Music Lessons Available
We are pleased to offer numerous music lessons at The Arts Center. There are several teachers whose lessons vary in instrument, days/times offered. Please contact The Arts Center at 252-527-2517, leave your contact information and which teacher you are interested in having contact you. The teacher will personally call or email you to arrange your lessons.
TAPS
Registration for TAPS members are being accepted now. This is the after school jazz mentorship community ensemble that meets at the Arts Center. Availability for middle and high school students. No charge. Contact Sandy Landis for more information at 527-2517.
Piano
Instructor, Timothy Maddox
Guitar
Instructor, Tyler Weaver
Variety of Instruments including:
Viola, Violin, Cello, Bass, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Flute, Guitar and Electric Bass
Instructor, Mike Kinsey
CARLOS CANNON
Technician
Cell 252-521-3730
Cannon Piano Service
38 YEARS EXPERIENCE
Tuning, Repair, Moving
Appraisals, Fire & Water Inspections
