This is an open studio art class designed for adults and teens with special needs, physical limitations, developmental disabilities and/or any neurodiversity. Art making topics are tailored to new and returning students and include drawing, painting, sculpting, mixed media, and fiber arts. Students are encouraged to express their own vision in this fun, supportive class.  An exhibition of work and a celebration highlight the final class.  

This workshop is an introduction to watercolor painting for true beginners.  We will cover methods and materials – what to use and how to use it.  Warm up painting exercises and weekly lessons will cover essential watercolor skills such as washes, edges, dry brush, and wet-into-wet.   Build your confidence and your individual style. 

We offer supervised lunchtime for summer campers in-between, before, or after their camp sessions. LWTB is directed by camp staff and volunteers. Activities include games, drawing with chalk, and nature walks. Please bring a nut-free bag lunch.

Join illustrator Lena Shiffman for a fun and relaxing watercolor workshop. Learn how to sketch with your watercolors, forgetting about pencil lines and instead becoming loose and free with your paint. Students will be painting different objects from life, creating work that appears fresh and effortless. Some knowledge about watercolor will be helpful, but not necessary. All levels welcome.

This is class is for beginners and those seeking to build on a little experience.  Students will explore core concepts while building confidence and skills in drawing and painting from observation.  Artist Oscar Peterson provides guidance and demonstrations inspired by his own practice.

This is a fun and relaxed class designed for students of all levels. There’s no need to be afraid if you are a beginner. All students can work at their own pace and will receive individual instruction. This course will introduce and build upon fundamental drawing concepts that translate across mediums, as well as basic through advanced techniques to take your talents to a whole new level. We will be working from a still-life or photos and if weather permits, we will go outside and paint on the beautiful museum patio overlooking the river.

Please note: This hybrid class provides students the freedom to attend their session either in-person or via Zoom. Lena Shiffman will be in-person interacting with students in-person and virtual alike.

We will be working on learning how to see differently, understand what's important (this may surprise you), simplify what's there, and understand color and how it creates depth and drama. This workshop will take place outdoors, rain or shine, under a covered tent on the Museum's terrace.

Please bring a minimum of 1-2 canvases, small to medium 8 x 10, 10 x 10, 11 x 14, 16 x 20, 12 x 20, or whatever what you feel comfortable with.

If you would like to paint large, please email 4 jps of your work to [email protected] and include your phone number.  And PLEASE PLEASE bring images that you want to paint or that inspire you.

Our open studio time, designed for teens 14-18, is an opportunity for students to come into the museum and utilize our materials and resources to work on independant and collaborative projects at their own pace. 

Spring 2024

Spring 2024

Spring 2024

Spring 2024

with Lena Shiffman

Winter 25

Winter 25

Join us for an open studio session where adults with autism can explore different art materials and mediums. This workshop allows for freedom of expression and creativity with the guidance of teaching artist, Megan Statham. Support staff are always welcome! If you have questions about this workshop, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Drawing is the essential foundation for painting and other art forms. In this class, you’ll learn fundamental techniques that will give you the tools to confidently draw or paint any subject matter. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills, this course offers valuable instruction to help you grow.

Working primarily with graphite pencil or charcoal (students can choose), students will:

• Learn how light and shadow define form
• Become comfortable using essential drawing materials
• Understand and apply values in your work
• Develop greater accuracy in your drawing

This course focuses on observation, technique, and developing your artistic eye. Students of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

Yoga + Mat Pilates + Nutritional Workshop for MidLife Women:

Discover how gentle movement and mindful breathwork can reduce stress and inflammation, while core-strengthening Pilates improves posture and resilience. Paired with a nutritional workshop tailored to the midlife woman, you’ll leave empowered to make nourishing choices that support your hormones, energy, and overall well-being. All levels.

This session combines a flowing yoga practice to enhance mobility and flexibility with an empowering introduction to strength training. Learn how building muscle in midlife is essential for metabolism, bone density, and longevity—and how to do it safely and effectively, even as a beginner. All Levels.

Enjoy a fusion of yoga and Pilates that boosts core strength and balance while learning how to personalize your nutrition through macro tracking. We’ll break down proteins, carbs, and fats in a way that feels doable, helping you fuel your body for energy, mood, and muscle-building. All Levels.

Flow through a vinyasa session that builds inner strength and fluidity, then dive into one of the most misunderstood midlife nutrition pillars: protein. You’ll learn how much you need, when to eat it, and easy ways to make protein a non-negotiable part of your daily routine—without feeling overwhelmed. All Levels.

This powerful session combines functional movement with an open and honest discussion on peri and post menopause. We’ll explore how movement, mindset, and simple nutritional shifts can help reduce symptoms like brain fog, hot flashes, and weight gain—while helping you feel more grounded and in control. All Levels.

Wrap up the series with a rejuvenating vinyasa flow designed to calm your nervous system and enhance recovery. Learn why rest, sleep, and nervous system regulation are just as important as workouts in midlife—and leave with strategies to recover smarter, feel more rested, and avoid burnout. All Levels.

Are you in your 40s, 50s, or beyond—and feeling like your body is changing faster than you can keep up? You’re not alone. Hormonal shifts, sleep disruptions, midlife weight gain, brain fog, and stress can leave even the strongest women feeling out of sync. But the truth is: Midlife isn’t a breakdown—it’s a breakthrough.

This 6-week workshop series blends movement, mindset, and metabolic health for individuals 40+. Whether you’re navigating hormonal shifts, managing midlife stress, or just seeking more energy, each session offers powerful tools to help you reclaim your strength, vitality, and inner calm. Come for one, or the entire series for a full mind-body reset.

Why work with one medium when you can Mix it Up? Explore paint, drawing materials, soft materials, and found materials in this class designed for kids ages 4-7.  Kids will learn techniques in a variety of media and make both two and three-dimensional works of art.  

Sketch, paint, and pastel a winter wonderland. Students will learn to draw landscapes, shade with pencils and pastels, and blend paints to create snow effects and beautiful wintery scenes. They will work on a variety of paper and canvas for their creations.

Students will be able to explore and create unique works of art out of air-dry clay! We will be exploring different sculpting techniques, shapes, and designs to create functional or decorative pieces. Students will be given the choice: What do you want to make?

Get ready to explore your creativity in this fun, mixed media art class! Each week, we’ll experiment with different materials and techniques to make amazing projects — from woven designs and decoupage bowls to candle holders and playful clay animals. Kids will learn how to mix textures, colors, and materials while building confidence and having fun. Perfect for young artists who love to create, imagine, and get a little messy! 

Pack your imagination — we’re traveling through time to explore how artists across history have expressed their worlds! From prehistoric caves to the colorful motion of modern sculpture, students will uncover the stories behind great works of art and bring them to life through hands-on projects. Each week, we’ll experiment with new materials and techniques inspired by artists of the past: painting with natural pigments like early cave artists, designing Roman mosaics, printing waves in the style of Hokusai, painting vibrant still lifes like Van Gogh, and crafting mobiles inspired by Alexander Calder. By the end of our journey, students will have their own mini “timeline of art” — a gallery of works that show how creativity connects us across time.

Creative Alchemy is a unique art class for adults that blends expressive art-making with emotional insight and soulful reflection. Each session introduces a new artistic technique-such as linocut, ink & bleach painting, crochet, mono prints and oil sticks-and pairs it with inspirational readings, poetry, and prompts that delve into the deeper symbolism and emotional resonance of each method. Participants will explore how different materials and approaches can mirror personal journeys, unlock inner stories, and offer new ways of seeing themselves and the world around them.

This is not just a class about how to make art-it's a space to connect with your own creative voice,  process feelings through visual expression, and find inspiration in both ancient wisdom and modern insight. All levels are welcome, and no previous art experience is necessary-just a willingness to explore, reflect, and play.

In this hands-on workshop, participants will draw and paint directly onto the screen using water-soluble materials—crayons, watercolors, and markers—to create vibrant, expressive imagery. Once complete, the image is transferred onto paper with a transparent base and a squeegee, revealing its first, singular impression.

Each print leaves behind a delicate afterimage—an echo, a ghost—that invites further transformation. Layer by layer, artists will explore gesture, transparency, and the beauty of impermanence through monotype screenprinting, experimenting with stencils, frottage, and stamps to create luminous, one-of-a-kind prints.

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