New Studio, New Classes

I am renting a new studio space in the Cherry Building in the New Bohemia District in Cedar Rapids, IA. I haven't even been in it for a month and already I notice a huge difference in the flow of my work time. It's not huge, but it's more space than I had at home.

With this new space comes an opportunity for a new venture. I now have the space to offer some kids art classes and maybe even some for adults. 

My goal for the classes is to give children a chance to explore painting for a couple of hours and leave the mess behind. It won't be a step by step class, but rather a chance for them to put their ideas on canvas while getting some help with the details. I'll help them plan out their composition, talk about filling the canvas, do some demos when necessary, and encourage them to turn mistakes into opportunities. Art is one place, outside of athletics, where persistence can yield rewards. It can teach you to push through frustrating moments, challenge you to think outside of the box and ultimately create something to be proud of. 

Flier with dates coming soon.