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05nov9:30 am11:00 amMidwest American Sketchbook Club
Event Details
Exploring the fantastic world of 2-D sketching with Emma Marsh. Beginning Location: Midwest Museum of American Art About the
Event Details
Exploring the fantastic world of 2-D sketching with Emma Marsh.
Beginning Location: Midwest Museum of American Art
About the Club:
Welcome to The Midwest American Sketchbook Club, a creative community rooted in exploration and expression.
Meeting at the Midwest Museum of American Art, this class invites artists of all levels to draw inspiration from the museum’s collection and the surrounding landscape. We’ll sketch en plein air, study masterworks up close, dive into American art history, and experiment with various mediums and styles.
With group critiques, open discussions, and plenty of sketchbook time, this is a space to grow your practice, connect with fellow creatives, and celebrate the rich artistic heritage of our region. The Midwest American Sketchbook Club is a creative opportunity to be a part of a community of people who like to draw rooted in exploration, expression, and the rich artistic heritage of our region.
This club invites artists of all levels to draw inspiration from the museum’s collection and the surrounding landscape. At times, we’ll sketch en plein air or study masterworks up close. We will dive into American art history, and experiment with various mediums and styles. With group critiques, open discussions, and plenty of sketchbook time, this is a space to grow your practice, connect with fellow creatives, and celebrate the Midwest through art, one page at a time.
WEDNESDAYS, beginning on June 4th through September 3. Each meeting will be on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Sessions will be guided by Emma Marsh, Assistant Curator of Education, Programming, and Exhibits.
Cost: $10 members/ $15 non-members – For each class.
You don’t have to take consecutive sessions but drop in when you can. It’s flexible to your schedule!
Materials Needed: graphite pencils, charcoal, a drawing pen, and a sketchbook. These items are available for purchase at the museum if participants don’t have them.
Call 574-293-6660 for registration or email r.roberts@midwestmuseum.us
About the Instructor:
Emma Marsh is the Assistant Curator of Education, Programming, and Exhibits at the Midwest Museum of American Art. She is a practicing artist, but before joining the museum, she began her career as an educator.
Emma has had experience teaching art in the public school setting and has led drawing classes at the South Bend Museum of Art.
She currently teaches drawing and continues developing her personal art practice at Lang Lab in South Bend.
Emma is passionate about fostering creativity and community engagement by bringing a strong commitment to connecting people with the arts through her work at the Midwest Museum of American Art.
Time
06nov12:15 pm1:15 pmNoon Time Talk: Ida Mae Short, Goshen, IN
Event Details
Please join us for our Noon Time Talk on Thursday, November 6. We will be joined by Goshen-based artist, Ida Mae Short, whose artwork is
Event Details
Please join us for our Noon Time Talk on Thursday, November 6.
We will be joined by Goshen-based artist, Ida Mae Short, whose artwork is featured in the 47th Elkhart Juried Regional.
Free to MMAA Members. Regular Admission Fees apply for Non-Members.
Gallery Talks or Noon Time Talks each Thursday will be limited to 75 people on a first-come-first-serve basis. Program begins at 12:15. No admittance after the program begins until the conclusion of the program at 1:15 pm.
Time
07nov9:15 am10:15 amYoga in the Gallery
Event Details
Starting October 17Friday mornings, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Bring your own mat and get ready to explore movement as art,
Event Details
Starting October 17
Friday mornings, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m.
Bring your own mat and get ready to explore movement as art, honoring the present moment and the beauty that is present all around us. All levels are welcome.
Class Fee: $7 Museum Members | $10 Non-Members
Taught By: Jenny Nolan
Jenny is a 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) and is a Yoga Alliance Certified Education Provider (YACEP). She completed each of her trainings at Nexus Yoga Institute in Nosara, Costa Rica. In 2018 she established Pura Vida Popup Yoga and has over 1800 teaching hours completed in group, private, high school, athletic team, and retreat settings.
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12nov9:30 am11:00 amMidwest American Sketchbook Club
Event Details
Exploring the fantastic world of 2-D sketching with Emma Marsh. Beginning Location: Midwest Museum of American Art About the
Event Details
Exploring the fantastic world of 2-D sketching with Emma Marsh.
Beginning Location: Midwest Museum of American Art
About the Club:
Welcome to The Midwest American Sketchbook Club, a creative community rooted in exploration and expression.
Meeting at the Midwest Museum of American Art, this class invites artists of all levels to draw inspiration from the museum’s collection and the surrounding landscape. We’ll sketch en plein air, study masterworks up close, dive into American art history, and experiment with various mediums and styles.
With group critiques, open discussions, and plenty of sketchbook time, this is a space to grow your practice, connect with fellow creatives, and celebrate the rich artistic heritage of our region. The Midwest American Sketchbook Club is a creative opportunity to be a part of a community of people who like to draw rooted in exploration, expression, and the rich artistic heritage of our region.
This club invites artists of all levels to draw inspiration from the museum’s collection and the surrounding landscape. At times, we’ll sketch en plein air or study masterworks up close. We will dive into American art history, and experiment with various mediums and styles. With group critiques, open discussions, and plenty of sketchbook time, this is a space to grow your practice, connect with fellow creatives, and celebrate the Midwest through art, one page at a time.
WEDNESDAYS, beginning on June 4th through September 3. Each meeting will be on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Sessions will be guided by Emma Marsh, Assistant Curator of Education, Programming, and Exhibits.
Cost: $10 members/ $15 non-members – For each class.
You don’t have to take consecutive sessions but drop in when you can. It’s flexible to your schedule!
Materials Needed: graphite pencils, charcoal, a drawing pen, and a sketchbook. These items are available for purchase at the museum if participants don’t have them.
Call 574-293-6660 for registration or email r.roberts@midwestmuseum.us
About the Instructor:
Emma Marsh is the Assistant Curator of Education, Programming, and Exhibits at the Midwest Museum of American Art. She is a practicing artist, but before joining the museum, she began her career as an educator.
Emma has had experience teaching art in the public school setting and has led drawing classes at the South Bend Museum of Art.
She currently teaches drawing and continues developing her personal art practice at Lang Lab in South Bend.
Emma is passionate about fostering creativity and community engagement by bringing a strong commitment to connecting people with the arts through her work at the Midwest Museum of American Art.
Time
13nov12:15 pm1:15 pmNoon Time Talk: Kerri Mommer, Munster, IN.
Event Details
Please join us for our Noon Time Talk on Thursday, November 13. We will be joined by Munster-based artist Kerri Mommer, whose
Event Details
Please join us for our Noon Time Talk on Thursday, November 13.
We will be joined by Munster-based artist Kerri Mommer, whose artwork is featured in the 47th Elkhart Juried Regional receiving a purchase award from Jim & Janet Rieckhoff.
Free to MMAA Members. Regular Admission Fees apply for Non-Members.
Gallery Talks or Noon Time Talks each Thursday will be limited to 75 people on a first-come-first-serve basis. Program begins at 12:15. No admittance after the program begins until the conclusion of the program at 1:15 pm.
Time
14nov9:15 am10:15 amYoga in the Gallery
Event Details
Starting October 17Friday mornings, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Bring your own mat and get ready to explore movement as art,
Event Details
Starting October 17
Friday mornings, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m.
Bring your own mat and get ready to explore movement as art, honoring the present moment and the beauty that is present all around us. All levels are welcome.
Class Fee: $7 Museum Members | $10 Non-Members
Taught By: Jenny Nolan
Jenny is a 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) and is a Yoga Alliance Certified Education Provider (YACEP). She completed each of her trainings at Nexus Yoga Institute in Nosara, Costa Rica. In 2018 she established Pura Vida Popup Yoga and has over 1800 teaching hours completed in group, private, high school, athletic team, and retreat settings.
Time
17nov5:30 pm7:00 pmWorkshop - Print For the Holidays
Event Details
Make your own Holiday cards and learn printmaking all at the same time! Dates: November 17-21st | Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Event Details
Make your own Holiday cards and learn printmaking all at the same time!
Dates: November 17-21st | Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Fee: $135 for members $150 for non-members. Class size is limited to a maximum of 15 people, 16 years of age or older. All supplies are included. Fee includes your first carving block. Additional carving blocks may be purchased at the Gift Shop. Register by calling 574-293-6660 or e-mail r.roberts@midwestmuseum.us
Overview
This unique class will take place across two creative spaces: the Midwest Museum of American Art in Elkhart and at Ida Mae Short’s Printmaking Studio in Goshen. Over the course of five days, participants will have the opportunity to create up to 20 handcrafted holiday cards. You will also have the opportunity to share these handmade cards with local nursing home residents, sharing warmth and creativity with those in our community.
At the MMAA (Monday–Wednesday):
Students will explore the art of linocut printing, learning how to design, carve, and print their own holiday images. Participants may create original designs or use provided templates. Instruction will emphasize safe handling of printmaking tools and materials. Students will also experiment with collage elements and other mixed-media touches.
At Ida’s Studio (Thursday–Friday):
The class will transition to Ida’s Studio in Goshen, where students will complete their holiday cards. Ida will introduce participants to traditional printing equipment and guide them in adding lettering and final decorative details. Finished cards will then be collected and distributed to nursing home residents as heartfelt holiday gifts.
Daily Schedule
Day 1: Introduction to the course and examples of card designs. Students will sketch initial ideas for their holiday cards.
Day 2: Transfer designs to rubber blocks and begin carving. Start preparing paper and collage elements.
Day 3: Complete carving and begin inking and printing.
Day 4: Transition to Ida’s Studio. Introduction to lettering tools and equipment safety.
Day 5: Final touches and printing. Completed cards will be collected and delivered to local nursing homes.
Time
18nov5:30 pm7:00 pmWorkshop - Print For the Holidays
Event Details
Make your own Holiday cards and learn printmaking all at the same time! Dates: November 17-21st | Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Event Details
Make your own Holiday cards and learn printmaking all at the same time!
Dates: November 17-21st | Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Fee: $135 for members $150 for non-members. Class size is limited to a maximum of 15 people, 16 years of age or older. All supplies are included. Fee includes your first carving block. Additional carving blocks may be purchased at the Gift Shop. Register by calling 574-293-6660 or e-mail r.roberts@midwestmuseum.us
Overview
This unique class will take place across two creative spaces: the Midwest Museum of American Art in Elkhart and at Ida Mae Short’s Printmaking Studio in Goshen. Over the course of five days, participants will have the opportunity to create up to 20 handcrafted holiday cards. You will also have the opportunity to share these handmade cards with local nursing home residents, sharing warmth and creativity with those in our community.
At the MMAA (Monday–Wednesday):
Students will explore the art of linocut printing, learning how to design, carve, and print their own holiday images. Participants may create original designs or use provided templates. Instruction will emphasize safe handling of printmaking tools and materials. Students will also experiment with collage elements and other mixed-media touches.
At Ida’s Studio (Thursday–Friday):
The class will transition to Ida’s Studio in Goshen, where students will complete their holiday cards. Ida will introduce participants to traditional printing equipment and guide them in adding lettering and final decorative details. Finished cards will then be collected and distributed to nursing home residents as heartfelt holiday gifts.
Daily Schedule
Day 1: Introduction to the course and examples of card designs. Students will sketch initial ideas for their holiday cards.
Day 2: Transfer designs to rubber blocks and begin carving. Start preparing paper and collage elements.
Day 3: Complete carving and begin inking and printing.
Day 4: Transition to Ida’s Studio. Introduction to lettering tools and equipment safety.
Day 5: Final touches and printing. Completed cards will be collected and delivered to local nursing homes.
Time
19nov9:30 am11:00 amMidwest American Sketchbook Club
Event Details
Exploring the fantastic world of 2-D sketching with Emma Marsh. Beginning Location: Midwest Museum of American Art About the
Event Details
Exploring the fantastic world of 2-D sketching with Emma Marsh.
Beginning Location: Midwest Museum of American Art
About the Club:
Welcome to The Midwest American Sketchbook Club, a creative community rooted in exploration and expression.
Meeting at the Midwest Museum of American Art, this class invites artists of all levels to draw inspiration from the museum’s collection and the surrounding landscape. We’ll sketch en plein air, study masterworks up close, dive into American art history, and experiment with various mediums and styles.
With group critiques, open discussions, and plenty of sketchbook time, this is a space to grow your practice, connect with fellow creatives, and celebrate the rich artistic heritage of our region. The Midwest American Sketchbook Club is a creative opportunity to be a part of a community of people who like to draw rooted in exploration, expression, and the rich artistic heritage of our region.
This club invites artists of all levels to draw inspiration from the museum’s collection and the surrounding landscape. At times, we’ll sketch en plein air or study masterworks up close. We will dive into American art history, and experiment with various mediums and styles. With group critiques, open discussions, and plenty of sketchbook time, this is a space to grow your practice, connect with fellow creatives, and celebrate the Midwest through art, one page at a time.
WEDNESDAYS, beginning on June 4th through September 3. Each meeting will be on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Sessions will be guided by Emma Marsh, Assistant Curator of Education, Programming, and Exhibits.
Cost: $10 members/ $15 non-members – For each class.
You don’t have to take consecutive sessions but drop in when you can. It’s flexible to your schedule!
Materials Needed: graphite pencils, charcoal, a drawing pen, and a sketchbook. These items are available for purchase at the museum if participants don’t have them.
Call 574-293-6660 for registration or email r.roberts@midwestmuseum.us
About the Instructor:
Emma Marsh is the Assistant Curator of Education, Programming, and Exhibits at the Midwest Museum of American Art. She is a practicing artist, but before joining the museum, she began her career as an educator.
Emma has had experience teaching art in the public school setting and has led drawing classes at the South Bend Museum of Art.
She currently teaches drawing and continues developing her personal art practice at Lang Lab in South Bend.
Emma is passionate about fostering creativity and community engagement by bringing a strong commitment to connecting people with the arts through her work at the Midwest Museum of American Art.
Time
19nov5:30 pm7:00 pmWorkshop - Print For the Holidays
Event Details
Make your own Holiday cards and learn printmaking all at the same time! Dates: November 17-21st | Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Event Details
Make your own Holiday cards and learn printmaking all at the same time!
Dates: November 17-21st | Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Fee: $135 for members $150 for non-members. Class size is limited to a maximum of 15 people, 16 years of age or older. All supplies are included. Fee includes your first carving block. Additional carving blocks may be purchased at the Gift Shop. Register by calling 574-293-6660 or e-mail r.roberts@midwestmuseum.us
Overview
This unique class will take place across two creative spaces: the Midwest Museum of American Art in Elkhart and at Ida Mae Short’s Printmaking Studio in Goshen. Over the course of five days, participants will have the opportunity to create up to 20 handcrafted holiday cards. You will also have the opportunity to share these handmade cards with local nursing home residents, sharing warmth and creativity with those in our community.
At the MMAA (Monday–Wednesday):
Students will explore the art of linocut printing, learning how to design, carve, and print their own holiday images. Participants may create original designs or use provided templates. Instruction will emphasize safe handling of printmaking tools and materials. Students will also experiment with collage elements and other mixed-media touches.
At Ida’s Studio (Thursday–Friday):
The class will transition to Ida’s Studio in Goshen, where students will complete their holiday cards. Ida will introduce participants to traditional printing equipment and guide them in adding lettering and final decorative details. Finished cards will then be collected and distributed to nursing home residents as heartfelt holiday gifts.
Daily Schedule
Day 1: Introduction to the course and examples of card designs. Students will sketch initial ideas for their holiday cards.
Day 2: Transfer designs to rubber blocks and begin carving. Start preparing paper and collage elements.
Day 3: Complete carving and begin inking and printing.
Day 4: Transition to Ida’s Studio. Introduction to lettering tools and equipment safety.
Day 5: Final touches and printing. Completed cards will be collected and delivered to local nursing homes.
Time
20nov12:15 pm1:15 pmNoon Time Talk: Teresa Phipps, South Bend, IN
Event Details
Please join us for our Noon Time Talk on Thursday, November 20. We will be joined by South Bend-based artist Teresa Phipps,
Event Details
Please join us for our Noon Time Talk on Thursday, November 20.
We will be joined by South Bend-based artist Teresa Phipps, whose artwork is featured in the 47th Elkhart Juried Regional.
Free to MMAA Members. Regular Admission Fees apply for Non-Members.
Gallery Talks or Noon Time Talks each Thursday will be limited to 75 people on a first-come-first-serve basis. Program begins at 12:15. No admittance after the program begins until the conclusion of the program at 1:15 pm.
Time
20nov5:30 pm7:00 pmWorkshop - Print For the Holidays
Event Details
Make your own Holiday cards and learn printmaking all at the same time! Dates: November 17-21st | Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Event Details
Make your own Holiday cards and learn printmaking all at the same time!
Dates: November 17-21st | Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Fee: $135 for members $150 for non-members. Class size is limited to a maximum of 15 people, 16 years of age or older. All supplies are included. Fee includes your first carving block. Additional carving blocks may be purchased at the Gift Shop. Register by calling 574-293-6660 or e-mail r.roberts@midwestmuseum.us
Overview
This unique class will take place across two creative spaces: the Midwest Museum of American Art in Elkhart and at Ida Mae Short’s Printmaking Studio in Goshen. Over the course of five days, participants will have the opportunity to create up to 20 handcrafted holiday cards. You will also have the opportunity to share these handmade cards with local nursing home residents, sharing warmth and creativity with those in our community.
At the MMAA (Monday–Wednesday):
Students will explore the art of linocut printing, learning how to design, carve, and print their own holiday images. Participants may create original designs or use provided templates. Instruction will emphasize safe handling of printmaking tools and materials. Students will also experiment with collage elements and other mixed-media touches.
At Ida’s Studio (Thursday–Friday):
The class will transition to Ida’s Studio in Goshen, where students will complete their holiday cards. Ida will introduce participants to traditional printing equipment and guide them in adding lettering and final decorative details. Finished cards will then be collected and distributed to nursing home residents as heartfelt holiday gifts.
Daily Schedule
Day 1: Introduction to the course and examples of card designs. Students will sketch initial ideas for their holiday cards.
Day 2: Transfer designs to rubber blocks and begin carving. Start preparing paper and collage elements.
Day 3: Complete carving and begin inking and printing.
Day 4: Transition to Ida’s Studio. Introduction to lettering tools and equipment safety.
Day 5: Final touches and printing. Completed cards will be collected and delivered to local nursing homes.
Time
21nov9:15 am10:15 amYoga in the Gallery
Event Details
Starting October 17Friday mornings, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Bring your own mat and get ready to explore movement as art,
Event Details
Starting October 17
Friday mornings, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m.
Bring your own mat and get ready to explore movement as art, honoring the present moment and the beauty that is present all around us. All levels are welcome.
Class Fee: $7 Museum Members | $10 Non-Members
Taught By: Jenny Nolan
Jenny is a 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) and is a Yoga Alliance Certified Education Provider (YACEP). She completed each of her trainings at Nexus Yoga Institute in Nosara, Costa Rica. In 2018 she established Pura Vida Popup Yoga and has over 1800 teaching hours completed in group, private, high school, athletic team, and retreat settings.
Time
21nov5:30 pm7:00 pmWorkshop - Print For the Holidays
Event Details
Make your own Holiday cards and learn printmaking all at the same time! Dates: November 17-21st | Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Event Details
Make your own Holiday cards and learn printmaking all at the same time!
Dates: November 17-21st | Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Fee: $135 for members $150 for non-members. Class size is limited to a maximum of 15 people, 16 years of age or older. All supplies are included. Fee includes your first carving block. Additional carving blocks may be purchased at the Gift Shop. Register by calling 574-293-6660 or e-mail r.roberts@midwestmuseum.us
Overview
This unique class will take place across two creative spaces: the Midwest Museum of American Art in Elkhart and at Ida Mae Short’s Printmaking Studio in Goshen. Over the course of five days, participants will have the opportunity to create up to 20 handcrafted holiday cards. You will also have the opportunity to share these handmade cards with local nursing home residents, sharing warmth and creativity with those in our community.
At the MMAA (Monday–Wednesday):
Students will explore the art of linocut printing, learning how to design, carve, and print their own holiday images. Participants may create original designs or use provided templates. Instruction will emphasize safe handling of printmaking tools and materials. Students will also experiment with collage elements and other mixed-media touches.
At Ida’s Studio (Thursday–Friday):
The class will transition to Ida’s Studio in Goshen, where students will complete their holiday cards. Ida will introduce participants to traditional printing equipment and guide them in adding lettering and final decorative details. Finished cards will then be collected and distributed to nursing home residents as heartfelt holiday gifts.
Daily Schedule
Day 1: Introduction to the course and examples of card designs. Students will sketch initial ideas for their holiday cards.
Day 2: Transfer designs to rubber blocks and begin carving. Start preparing paper and collage elements.
Day 3: Complete carving and begin inking and printing.
Day 4: Transition to Ida’s Studio. Introduction to lettering tools and equipment safety.
Day 5: Final touches and printing. Completed cards will be collected and delivered to local nursing homes.
Time
26nov9:30 am11:00 amMidwest American Sketchbook Club
Event Details
Exploring the fantastic world of 2-D sketching with Emma Marsh. Beginning Location: Midwest Museum of American Art About the
Event Details
Exploring the fantastic world of 2-D sketching with Emma Marsh.
Beginning Location: Midwest Museum of American Art
About the Club:
Welcome to The Midwest American Sketchbook Club, a creative community rooted in exploration and expression.
Meeting at the Midwest Museum of American Art, this class invites artists of all levels to draw inspiration from the museum’s collection and the surrounding landscape. We’ll sketch en plein air, study masterworks up close, dive into American art history, and experiment with various mediums and styles.
With group critiques, open discussions, and plenty of sketchbook time, this is a space to grow your practice, connect with fellow creatives, and celebrate the rich artistic heritage of our region. The Midwest American Sketchbook Club is a creative opportunity to be a part of a community of people who like to draw rooted in exploration, expression, and the rich artistic heritage of our region.
This club invites artists of all levels to draw inspiration from the museum’s collection and the surrounding landscape. At times, we’ll sketch en plein air or study masterworks up close. We will dive into American art history, and experiment with various mediums and styles. With group critiques, open discussions, and plenty of sketchbook time, this is a space to grow your practice, connect with fellow creatives, and celebrate the Midwest through art, one page at a time.
WEDNESDAYS, beginning on June 4th through September 3. Each meeting will be on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Sessions will be guided by Emma Marsh, Assistant Curator of Education, Programming, and Exhibits.
Cost: $10 members/ $15 non-members – For each class.
You don’t have to take consecutive sessions but drop in when you can. It’s flexible to your schedule!
Materials Needed: graphite pencils, charcoal, a drawing pen, and a sketchbook. These items are available for purchase at the museum if participants don’t have them.
Call 574-293-6660 for registration or email r.roberts@midwestmuseum.us
About the Instructor:
Emma Marsh is the Assistant Curator of Education, Programming, and Exhibits at the Midwest Museum of American Art. She is a practicing artist, but before joining the museum, she began her career as an educator.
Emma has had experience teaching art in the public school setting and has led drawing classes at the South Bend Museum of Art.
She currently teaches drawing and continues developing her personal art practice at Lang Lab in South Bend.
Emma is passionate about fostering creativity and community engagement by bringing a strong commitment to connecting people with the arts through her work at the Midwest Museum of American Art.