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Explore and create in the Appleton’s studio art classes and workshops for adults. Browse the education calendar below for upcoming programs. All programs are led by experienced educators.

Visit the Online Resources page for educational content such as artist talks, videos on the permanent collection, crossword and jigsaw puzzles, and more.

If you have any questions, please contact AppletonEducation@cf.edu.

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Art 101 Online: Horse Silhouette Acrylic Painting

Ages: Adults
August 12, 2025
Tuesday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: Free

In this free online workshop, learn new acrylic painting techniques or refine your existing skills in one, three-hour session. Join live via Zoom with folks from around the world to follow step-by-step instruction from our instructor, with recordings available for later viewing.

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Dig Into Clay: Dig Deeper

Ages: Adults
August 23, 2025- September 27, 2025
Saturdays, 10:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Member Cost: $250
Non-Member Cost: $285

Led by Dawn Bergstrom, this new class is designed for intermediate students who are confident in their ability to center clay on the wheel and have taken a Dig Into Clay class within the past three years.

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Dig Into Clay: Wheel Throwing

Ages: Adults
August 23, 2025- September 27, 2025
Saturdays, 2-4:30 p.m.
Member Cost: $250
Non-Member Cost: $285

Led by Dawn Bergstrom, this session offers adults of all skill levels a chance to practice and develop new skills in wheel throwing through fun and functional ceramic projects such as serving sets, vases, or your own creative expressions.

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Watercolor Balloon Dog

Ages: Adults
September 20, 2025
Saturday, 1-4 p.m.
Member Cost: $60
Non-Member Cost: $85

In this creative three-hour workshop, artist Lisa Russo will guide you through using watercolors to capture the playful, pop icon image of a twisted balloon dog, inspired by the work of Jeff Koons.

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Art 101 Online: Pumpkin Acrylic Painting

Ages: Adults
October 14, 2025
Tuesday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: Free

In this free online workshop, learn new acrylic painting techniques or refine your existing skills in one, three-hour session. Join live via Zoom with folks from around the world to follow step-by-step instruction from our instructor, with recordings available for later viewing.

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