Color Mixing Theory | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Tues, October 3, 2023 5:30 - 7:00 pm $25 | TMA members receive 10% off! Adults & Teens 12+ Educator: Cristian Andersson Using a limited palette of oil paints, you will learn how to match the hue and value of nearly any color you will encounter. We will also have a discussion on color choices you may make in [...]

$25

SOLD OUT! Setting Sparkling Faceted Stones | Ages 13+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

SOLD OUT! Setting Sparkling Faceted Stones Oct 3, 2023 5:30 - 8:30 pm | $65 Educator: Jennifer Dins Adults & Teens 13+ (Parents encouraged for young students) TMA members receive 10% off! Have you always wanted to learn how to make jewelry using precious metals like sterling silver, but felt intimidated by the cost of getting started? Working with [...]

$65

Landscape Oil Painting (3 Sessions) | Ages 14+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Landscape Oil Painting Thursdays: October 5, 12, and 19 5:30 - 7:30 pm $110 | TMA members receive 10% off! Adults & Teens 14+ Educator: Cristian Andersson In this three-week class, you will create a finished oil painting of a landscape of your choice. We will work through color theory and painting techniques as you paint your individual piece. [...]

$110

Halloween Haunted House | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Halloween Haunted House Fri, Oct 6 5:30pm - 8:30pm Ages 12 to Adult $60 | TMA members receive 10% off! Decorate your SPOOKY home with a mini haunted house! Start with an unfinished birdhouse that you tailor to your own spooky taste. Sculpt, paint, and embellish with spiders, pumpkins, & more! All supplies included. REGISTER [...]

$60

SPARK! Free for Adults with Memory Loss

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

SPARK! SPARK! is a free monthly engagement art program for adults living with memory loss and their care partners. Each one-hour program is led by specially trained museum educators who cultivate interactive visual art experiences. Attending a SPARK! program provides an opportunity to be together in the moment. The programs are not reminiscent nor do they rely on recalling [...]

Drawing Pastel Botanicals | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Drawing Pastel Botanicals Wed, Oct 11 5:30pm - 8:00pm Ages 12+ $45 | TMA members receive 10% off! This class will introduce students to the essential information needed to draw leaves, flowers, seeds, bark, roots, and more, using the pastel medium. Ray gives you the tools needed to find your own style, while emphasizing technique. Demonstrations and individual instruction [...]

$45

Mixed Media Prints

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Work in combination with color, layered prints, and collage as we combine processes to create a dynamic and rich composition.

$45

Macramé Halloween Bat | Ages 15+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Macramé Halloween Bat Sat, October 14 12-4 pm Ages 15+ $45 | TMA members receive 10% off! Create some spooky macrame decor just in time for Halloween! In this class, you will learn how to make a macrame bat using cotton cord and beads. Participants will learn several macrame knotting techniques to make this project.  TMA members receive 10% off! A variety of supplies and [...]

$45

Drawing Portraits like the Masters | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Drawing Portraits like the Masters Wed, Oct 18 5:30pm - 8:30pm Ages 12+ $50 | TMA members receive 10% off! In this workshop students learn how modifying facial landmarks can animate their portraits, how to pursue blended expressions, as well as the nature of interrelated planes of the head and their impact upon the details. Students also gain a [...]

$50

Pine Needle Basket-Making | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Native Americans have been making beautiful Pine Needle Baskets for generations! Let's bring Nature inside and create a lovely Pine Needle Mini Basket. We will be using majestic Long Leaf Pine Needles while weaving Sweet Grass into your creation.

$65

Funky Bypass Ring | Ages 13+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Funky Bypass Ring Tues, October 24 5:30 - 8:30 pm | $65 Educator: Jennifer Dins Adults & Teens 13+ (Parents encouraged for young students) TMA members receive 10% off! Have you ever wanted to learn how to work with real silver and make jewelry, but you were intimidated by the cost of getting started? Working with fine and sterling silver […]

$65

Dried Flower Arrangements | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Dried Flower arrangements Sat, Nov 4 9am - 11:30am Ages 12+ $55 | TMA members receive 10% off! Welcome in the changing of the seasons and the turning of the leaves with a handmade dried floral arrangement that captures the spirit of transformation. These arrangements placed inside a glass cloche will incorporate a variety of dried keepsakes. Participants will learn [...]

$55

Drawing: Superheros, Creatures & Dinosaurs Ages 8-14

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Drawing: Superheros, Creatures & Dinosaurs Tuesdays: Nov 7, 14, 21, & 28 5 - 7 pm Ages 8-14 $150 | TMA members receive 10% off! This course will be a fun opportunity for kids to draw their own characters from superhero, science-fiction, to Prehistoric dinosaurs. Every week will have a new character to draw. Students will leave each class [...]

$150

Draw your Home! (Pen & Ink) | Ages 14+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Draw your Home! (Pen & Ink) Sat, Nov 11 1 - 4 pm Ages 14+ $65 | TMA members receive 10% off! Treasure your memories with a personalized drawing of your house, cabin, or cottage, drawn by you! These home renderings make a great gift all year long for any special occasion. Learn how to see and execute different [...]

$65

Figure Oil Painting (2 Sessions) | Ages 18+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

2 Session Series! November 11 & 12 1 - 4 pm $60 | TMA members receive 10% off! Adults & Teens 18+ Educator: Cristian Andersson The goal of this weekend, intermediate-level workshop, will be to create a finished oil painting from a live model. Both days will start with some posed drawn sketches to work out proportions before settling [...]

$60

Holiday Wreath Making | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Holiday Wreath Making Fri, Nov 17, 2023 5:30pm - 8:00pm Ages 12+ $65 | TMA members receive 10% off! Jumpstart your holiday spirit with a Winter wreath workshop. Create your own unique Winter wreath from an abundance of fresh greenery and accents. All supplies included. REGISTER

$65

Pine Needle Basket-Making | Ages 15+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Native Americans have been making beautiful Pine Needle Baskets for generations! Let's bring Nature inside and create a lovely Pine Needle Mini Basket. We will be using majestic Long Leaf Pine Needles while weaving Sweet Grass into your creation.

$65

Spaghetti Pendant & Earrings | Ages 13+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Spaghetti Pendant & Earrings Tues, November 28, 2023 5:30 - 8:30 pm | $75 Educator: Jennifer Dins Adults & Teens 13+ (Parents encouraged for young students) TMA members receive 10% off! Have you always wanted to learn how to make jewelry using precious metals like sterling silver, but felt intimidated by the cost of getting started? Working with real [...]

$75

Intro to Acrylic Painting | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

4-Week Course! Intro to Acrylic Painting Wednesdays: Nov 29, Dec 6, 13, 20 5:30pm - 7:30pm Ages 12+ $150 | TMA members receive 10% off! In this 4-week course, Gretchen covers setup and materials, color mixing and pigment choice, brush-handling, as well as gels and mediums. Learn the foundations of working with acrylic paint and how they are the simplest […]

$150

Draw your Home! (Pen & Ink) | Ages 14+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Draw your Home! (Pen & Ink) Sat, Dec 2 1 - 4 pm Ages 14+ $65 | TMA members receive 10% off! Treasure your memories with a personalized drawing of your house, cabin, or cottage, drawn by you! These home renderings make a great gift all year long for any special occasion. Learn how to see and execute different [...]

$65

Intro to Oil Painting (2 Sessions) | Ages 14+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

2 Session Series! Tues, December 5 & 12 5:30pm - 7:30pm $75 | TMA members receive 10% off! Adults & Teens 14+ Educator: Cristian Andersson In this two-night painting course, we will use a limited color palette and a still life to learn the basics of oil painting. You will learn brush handling techniques, color mixing, and the "science" behind […]

$75

Intro to Drawing | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Intro to Drawing Thursdays: Dec 7 & 14 5 - 7 pm Ages 12+ $75 | TMA members receive 10% off! This 2-week course explores drawing techniques and concepts. It is intended to develop expression and discipline in drawing with emphasis on materials. Students will create a variety of drawings such as still life, shapes, landscape, and more while using […]

$75

Colorful Dichroic Glass | Ages 13+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Colorful Dichroic Glass     December 9, 2023 3 - 6 pm | $75 Educator: Jennifer Dins Adults & Teens 13+ (Parents encouraged for young students) TMA members receive 10% off! Have you always wanted to learn how to work with real silver and make jewelry, but you were intimidated by the cost of getting started? Working with fine and sterling [...]

$75

Pine Needle Basket-Making | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Native Americans have been making beautiful Pine Needle Baskets for generations! Let's bring Nature inside and create a lovely Pine Needle Mini Basket. We will be using majestic Long Leaf Pine Needles while weaving Sweet Grass into your creation.

$65

Paint Your Pet | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Paint Your Pet Workshop returns! Treasure your pet forever with a carefully hand-crafted pet portrait, painted by you. Learn how to add highlights, mid-tones, and shadows; as well as techniques for different types of fur. The stunning detail in your personalized pet portrait will show your furry friend’s fine features and personality.

$65

Indigenous Beading Workshop (Hoop Earrings) | Ages 13+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Indigenous Beading Workshop | Hoop Earrings Sat, December 30 2:00 - 5:00 pm | $35 TMA members receive 10% off! Educator: Shelby Siebers Adults & Teens 13+ Join us in learning the history of beading and its significance in Native American cultures. We will be learning the ladder stitch technique. This workshop is open to anyone willing to learn [...]

$35

Acrylic Painting – Wild Animals | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

4-Week Course! Acrylic Painting - Wild Animals Wednesdays: Jan 3, 10, 17, 24 5:30pm - 7:30pm Ages 12+ $150 | TMA members receive 10% off! In this 4-week course learn how to paint a beautiful wild animal from start to finish. Gretchen will teach you the planning stages, color mixing, troubleshooting, value, and much more. Come join us and [...]

$150

Paint Your Pet Watercolor | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Paint Your Pet Workshop returns! Treasure your pet forever with a carefully hand-crafted pet portrait, painted by you. Learn how to add highlights, mid-tones, and shadows; as well as techniques for different types of fur. The stunning detail in your personalized pet portrait will show your furry friend’s fine features and personality.

$40

Indigenous Beading Workshop (Flatwork Earrings or Pop Sockets) | Ages 13+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Indigenous Beading Workshop (Flatwork Earrings or Pop Sockets) Tues, January 9 & 16 5:00 - 8:00 pm | $40 TMA members receive 10% off! Educator: Shelby Siebers Adults & Teens 13 Join us in learning the history of beading and its significance in Native American cultures. We will be learning the 1 needle flat stitch technique and creating either [...]

$40

SUMINAGASHI: The Art of Floating Ink | Ages 14+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

SUMINAGASHI: The Art of Floating InkJanuary 13, 2024Age 14+3:00pm - 5:00pm$45.00Educator: Jessica LomenaSuminagashi (sue-me-na-gashi) is the ancient Japanese technique of paper marbling. Dating back to the 12th century, it originated as a meditative practice that combines water, ink, and “chi” (energy flow). Each pattern is unique and unreproducible, like a fingerprint of the creator!In this fun 2-hour workshop, Jessica with [...]

$45

Pine Needle Basket-Making | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Native Americans have been making beautiful Pine Needle Baskets for generations! Let's bring Nature inside and create a lovely Pine Needle Mini Basket. We will be using majestic Long Leaf Pine Needles while weaving Sweet Grass into your creation.

$65

Leaf Watercolors | Ages 14+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Leaf Watercolors January 27, 2024 Age 14+ 10:00am - 12:00pm $40 Educator: Jessica Lomena Join Jessica of Jlowatercolor in learning how to paint colorful leaf patterns using a negative space technique. This class is beginner-friendly and enjoyable for all skill levels. Participants will have the option to mat their creations for framing. TMA members receive 10% off! All materials [...]

$40

Mixed Media | Ages 8-12

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Mixed Media Wednesdays: Feb 7 & 14 5:30 - 8 pm Ages 8 - 12 $75 | TMA members receive 10% off! Inspiration and beauty is all around us. Learn how to use any material around you to create unique pieces of artwork. In this class, we will learn how we can use found objects and different mediums to [...]

$75

SUMINAGASHI: The Art of Floating Ink | Ages 14+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

SUMINAGASHI: The Art of Floating Ink February 10, 2024 Age 14+ 1:00pm - 3:00pm $45.00 Educator: Jessica Lomena Suminagashi (sue-me-na-gashi) is the ancient Japanese technique of paper marbling. Dating back to the 12th century, it originated as a meditative practice that combines water, ink, and “chi” (energy flow). Each pattern is unique and unreproducible, like a fingerprint of the [...]

$45

Pine Needle Basket-Making | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Native Americans have been making beautiful Pine Needle Baskets for generations! Let's bring Nature inside and create a lovely Pine Needle Mini Basket. We will be using majestic Long Leaf Pine Needles while weaving Sweet Grass into your creation.

$65

Mixed Media | Ages 13-18

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Mixed Media Wednesdays: Feb 21 & 28 5:30 - 8 pm Ages 13-18 $75 | TMA members receive 10% off! Inspiration and beauty is all around us. Learn how to use any material around you to create unique pieces of artwork. In this class, we will learn how we can use found objects and different mediums to design, experiment, [...]

$75

Paint Your Pet | Ages 12+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Paint Your Pet Workshop returns! Treasure your pet forever with a carefully hand-crafted pet portrait, painted by you. Learn how to add highlights, mid-tones, and shadows; as well as techniques for different types of fur. The stunning detail in your personalized pet portrait will show your furry friend’s fine features and personality.

$65

Watercolor Sunflowers | Ages 14+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Watercolor Sunflowers February 24 Age 14+ 3:00pm - 5:00pm $40.00 Educator: Jessica Lomena Sunflowers are known as the “happy flower”, representing longevity and peace. Come join Jessica in painting your own bright sunflower with watercolor! This class is beginner friendly and enjoyable for all skill levels.TMA members receive 10% off! All materials are provided. REGISTER Jessica Lomena is [...]

$40

Meditative Artmaking | Ages 13+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Meditative Artmaking Sat, Mar 9 3 - 5 pm Ages 13+ $35 | TMA members receive 10% off! This workshop is a time of conversation, art, and relaxation to prepare for new days. We will focus on light check-ins and an art directive to guide you through positive ways to care for yourself! All supplies included. REGISTER [...]

$35

Ukrainian Pysanky Workshop & Fundraiser | Ages 12 – Adult

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Ukrainian Pysanky Workshop & Fundraiser! Pysanky (Ukrainian Easter eggs) have become a symbol of peace in Ukraine and around the world. Legend has it that “the more people in the world who continue to teach and make pysanky, the less chance evil will prevail.” All proceeds from this workshop series will help offset the costs of transporting/shipping donated items [...]

$35

Paint Your Pet Watercolor (You & Me) | Ages 10+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Paint Your Pet Workshop returns! Treasure your pet forever with a carefully hand-crafted pet portrait, painted by you. Learn how to add highlights, mid-tones, and shadows; as well as techniques for different types of fur. The stunning detail in your personalized pet portrait will show your furry friend’s fine features and personality.

$40

Pine Needle Basket-Making | Ages 15+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Native Americans have been making beautiful Pine Needle Baskets for generations! Let's bring Nature inside and create a lovely Pine Needle Mini Basket. We will be using majestic Long Leaf Pine Needles while weaving Sweet Grass into your creation.

$65

Meditative Artmaking | Ages 13+

Trout Museum of Art 111 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI, United States

Meditative Artmaking Wed, Mar 27 5:30 - 7:30 pm Ages 13+ $35 | TMA members receive 10% off! This workshop is a time of conversation, art, and relaxation to prepare for new days. We will focus on light check-ins and an art directive to guide you through positive ways to care for yourself! All supplies included. REGISTER [...]

$35