Thursday & Friday, October 1 & 2
10:00 AM–4:00 PM each day
$250 per person (includes lunch)

Discover the unique challenge and charm of painting on a small scale in this two-day workshop with artist Larry DeGraff. Working with miniature canvases, students will explore techniques for creating detailed, expressive paintings while learning how composition, color, and brushwork can have a big impact in a small format.

Larry will provide personalized instruction and demonstrations throughout the workshop, helping artists strengthen their painting skills while gaining confidence in working with miniature subjects. This workshop is ideal for painters with some experience in oils, acrylics, watercolor, or pastel who are looking to refine their technique and explore a new approach to painting.

Supply List

The museum will provide:

• Tables

• Tabletop easels (for students who prefer to work seated)

• Lunch both days

Please bring:

Easel (optional)

• If you prefer to paint standing, bring your own easel setup.

Brushes

• Flat and/or filbert hog bristle or synthetic hog bristle brushes in a variety of sizes (2, 4, 6, 8, 10)

• Round rigger or script brush for detail work

Painting Tools

• Palette knife

Canvases

• Any size 8×10 or smaller (examples: 6×8, 6×6)

Artist-Grade Paints (or similar colors)

• Titanium White

• Cadmium Yellow Light or Cadmium Lemon Yellow

• Cadmium Yellow Medium

• Yellow Ochre

• Cadmium Red Light

• Burnt Sienna or Transparent Oxide Red

• Alizarin Crimson

• Ultramarine Blue

• Viridian Green

• Ivory Black

Painting Medium

• Odorless Mineral Spirits or Gamsol (No turpentine, please.)

Other Supplies

• Paper towels

For Watercolor or Pastel Artists

• Bring pigments that approximate the color palette listed above.

Intro to Drawing with Alex Asher
Wednesdays, September 16 – October 7
5:30–7:30 PM
$150 per person (includes all four sessions)

Whether you're picking up a pencil for the first time or looking to strengthen your drawing skills, this four-week course offers a welcoming introduction to the fundamentals of drawing. Instructor Alex Asher will guide students through the process of developing an initial composition while exploring perspective, line quality, shading, and value using both graphite pencils and charcoal.

Students will spend time drawing in the classroom as well as throughout the museum galleries, using artwork and museum spaces as inspiration. All supplies are included, and participants should meet in the classroom at the beginning of each session before venturing into the museum.

No previous drawing experience is required, just bring your curiosity and creativity!

Join us for the grand finale of Bad Art by Good People at our Cocktail Party & Auction on Thursday, October 8 at 6:00 PM at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art! Admission is free and open to the public.

Over the past month, 10 community leaders have stepped outside their comfort zones and into the studio, working alongside artist mentors to create original works of art—all in support of the museum. Now it’s time to celebrate their creativity, hard work, and fundraising efforts!

Enjoy an evening of cocktails, community, and plenty of fun as the finished artworks are auctioned off and we announce this year’s Fan Favorite, awarded to the artist who receives the most votes, and Fundraising Champion, awarded to the artist who raises the most money.

Public voting is open through October 8, with each $1 donation counting as one vote for your favorite participant. Every vote and auction purchase directly supports the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art.

Come celebrate our incredible community participants, bid on a one-of-a-kind piece of art, and see who takes home this year’s Bad Art by Good People honors!

Sketching at Mount Mora Cemetery
Wednesday, October 21 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
$20 per person

Experience one of St. Joseph's most beautiful and historic landmarks through the eyes of an artist. Begin the day with a guided walking tour led by local historian Suzanne Lehr, who will share the fascinating stories, remarkable architecture, and rich history that make Mount Mora Cemetery a true outdoor museum. Established in 1851 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Mount Mora is known for its scenic winding roads, impressive monuments, and the final resting place of many influential figures from St. Joseph's past.

Following the tour, participants are invited to spend the afternoon sketching throughout the cemetery until 4:00 PM. Whether you enjoy architectural details, historic monuments, peaceful landscapes, or plein air drawing, Mount Mora offers endless inspiration for artists of all skill levels.

This special event serves as a fundraiser for both the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art and Mount Mora Cemetery, helping support two important local organizations dedicated to preserving art and history.

Participants should bring their preferred sketching or plein air supplies and dress for the weather, as this workshop will take place outdoors. A picnic lunch is also recommended so you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings during the day.

Fall Landscapes with Linda Kinder

Thursday, October 22 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Celebrate the colors and beauty of autumn in this watercolor workshop with artist Linda Kinder. Students will learn watercolor techniques while creating a fall landscape inspired by their own photo reference. Linda will guide participants through planning a composition, working with color, and building a finished landscape painting. This workshop is perfect for artists looking to develop their watercolor skills in a relaxed and creative setting.

Students Should Bring:

• Watercolor paper pad (Strathmore is a good option)

• Watercolor brushes in a variety of sizes, including fine, medium, and large flat and round brushes

• Watercolor paints (Winsor & Newton or comparable quality recommended): ultramarine, lemon yellow, cadmium red, black, and white at minimum

• Painter’s tape

• Sketchpad

• Pencil and eraser

• Fall landscape photo reference

The museum will provide rulers, hair dryers, and backing boards.

Knitting Workshop with Marylin Huskamp

Tuesdays, November 3–24
5:30–7:30 PM
$150 for all four classes | $40 for the first class only

Whether you’re brand new to knitting or ready to build on your existing skills, this four-week class welcomes beginner and intermediate knitters alike. Join Marylin for a cozy November knitting series as you work on a handmade project perfect for giving as a Christmas gift—or keeping for yourself!

Beginners will receive guidance on essential knitting skills and techniques, while intermediate knitters can continue developing their abilities and take on new challenges. Throughout the four classes, Marylin will provide hands-on instruction and individual assistance as students work at their own pace to complete their projects.

Not sure if the class is right for you? Try the first class for $40 before committing to the full series. Project details and required materials will be discussed during the first class, so please wait to purchase supplies until receiving guidance from Marylin.

All skill levels are welcome, from first-time knitters to those with previous experience!

Supplies:

Beginners: Knitting Needles size US 8 or 10. Medium (4) weight yarn. This will be for a basic knit/purl scarf.

Intermediate Students: can bring a pattern to be mentored on and the appropriate supplied needed for that pattern.

Glass Fusing (Two-Class Series)
Wednesdays, November 4 & 11
5:30 - 8:00pm (first class)
5:30 - 6:30pm (second class)
$100 per person

Discover the art of glass fusing in this hands-on, two-class workshop designed for beginners and creatives of all levels. In the first class, students will learn the fundamentals of working with fused glass, including safe material handling, cutting techniques, design assembly, and an overview of the kiln-firing process. Participants will create fused glass jewelry pieces using molds to shape their designs, as well as a glass mosaic artwork. For the mosaic, students are encouraged to bring a colorful reference image to inspire and guide their design.

After the first class, all assembled pieces will be fired in the kiln. In the second class, students will return to finish their jewelry by assembling the final components and adding any finishing touches. They will also refine and complete their glass mosaic artwork. Day 2 will be a shorter session focused on finishing jewelry pieces and picking up all completed projects.

All materials for both classes are included. Our glass kiln was generously donated by Eileen Dyer, whose support helps make this creative experience possible!

Mastering the Master Copy with Cody Wheelock
Friday, November 6
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
$110 per person | Lunch included

Learn from the masters while developing techniques you can bring into your own studio practice! Join professional artist Cody Wheelock for a full-day workshop exploring the traditional process of creating a master copy painting.

Students will select a painting by an artist they admire and create their own small-scale version on an 8x10-inch or smaller canvas. Rather than focusing on creating an exact reproduction, this workshop is designed to help students slow down, study another artist’s choices, and gain a deeper understanding of composition, value, color, and technique.

Cody will guide students through the four-step painting process he uses in his own work: drawing and transfer, grisaille underpainting, color block-in, and overpainting. Students will begin with acrylic paints for the underpainting and color block-in before transitioning to oils for the finishing stages. This approach allows the class to move through each step more quickly, making it possible to experience the full process in a single day.

By the end of the workshop, students will have a strong start on—or potentially complete—their master copy while learning a versatile painting process they can continue practicing and applying to their own work at home.

Materials to Bring:

• One 8x10-inch or smaller canvas panel or stretched canvas

• 1–3 printed artwork references by painters you admire; choose images with proportions similar to an 8x10 canvas

• Acrylic paint: red, yellow, blue, brown, black, and white (exact colors are your choice)

• Oil paint: recommended colors include alizarin crimson, lemon yellow or cadmium yellow, ultramarine blue, phthalo or cerulean blue, burnt umber, and titanium white; students may bring colors they are comfortable using

• Paintbrushes in a variety of sizes

• Palette or palette paper for mixing colors

• Diamond-shaped palette knife

• Drawing materials, including pencil, ruler, and erasers

• Jar for water/solvent

• Paper towels

Knitting Workshop with Marylin Huskamp

Tuesdays, November 3–24
5:30–7:30 PM
$150 for all four classes | $40 for the first class only

Whether you’re brand new to knitting or ready to build on your existing skills, this four-week class welcomes beginner and intermediate knitters alike. Join Marylin for a cozy November knitting series as you work on a handmade project perfect for giving as a Christmas gift—or keeping for yourself!

Beginners will receive guidance on essential knitting skills and techniques, while intermediate knitters can continue developing their abilities and take on new challenges. Throughout the four classes, Marylin will provide hands-on instruction and individual assistance as students work at their own pace to complete their projects.

Not sure if the class is right for you? Try the first class for $40 before committing to the full series. Project details and required materials will be discussed during the first class, so please wait to purchase supplies until receiving guidance from Marylin.

All skill levels are welcome, from first-time knitters to those with previous experience!

Glass Fusing (Two-Class Series)
Wednesdays, November 4 & 11
5:30 - 8:00pm (first class)
5:30 - 6:30pm (second class)
$100 per person

Discover the art of glass fusing in this hands-on, two-class workshop designed for beginners and creatives of all levels. In the first class, students will learn the fundamentals of working with fused glass, including safe material handling, cutting techniques, design assembly, and an overview of the kiln-firing process. Participants will create fused glass jewelry pieces using molds to shape their designs, as well as a glass mosaic artwork. For the mosaic, students are encouraged to bring a colorful reference image to inspire and guide their design.

After the first class, all assembled pieces will be fired in the kiln. In the second class, students will return to finish their jewelry by assembling the final components and adding any finishing touches. They will also refine and complete their glass mosaic artwork. Day 2 will be a shorter session focused on finishing jewelry pieces and picking up all completed projects.

All materials for both classes are included. Our glass kiln was generously donated by Eileen Dyer, whose support helps make this creative experience possible!

Knitting Workshop with Marylin Huskamp

Tuesdays, November 3–24
5:30–7:30 PM
$150 for all four classes | $40 for the first class only

Whether you’re brand new to knitting or ready to build on your existing skills, this four-week class welcomes beginner and intermediate knitters alike. Join Marylin for a cozy November knitting series as you work on a handmade project perfect for giving as a Christmas gift—or keeping for yourself!

Beginners will receive guidance on essential knitting skills and techniques, while intermediate knitters can continue developing their abilities and take on new challenges. Throughout the four classes, Marylin will provide hands-on instruction and individual assistance as students work at their own pace to complete their projects.

Not sure if the class is right for you? Try the first class for $40 before committing to the full series. Project details and required materials will be discussed during the first class, so please wait to purchase supplies until receiving guidance from Marylin.

All skill levels are welcome, from first-time knitters to those with previous experience!

Sculpt Your Own Santa with Barb Hurst
Friday, November 20 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
$110 per person | Lunch included

Get into the holiday spirit with artist Barb Hurst of Zella Mae Originals and create your own one-of-a-kind Santa face! Barb has been sculpting Santas since 1995 and has created more than 700 original pieces that are now part of collections across the country.

During this full-day workshop, Barb will guide participants through the process of sculpting a Santa face from clay, incorporating glass eyes and real fur to bring your creation to life. You’ll learn sculpting techniques for shaping Santa’s features and add decorative details to give your finished piece its own unique personality.

Whether you envision a traditional Father Christmas, a jolly St. Nick, or a Santa with a personality all his own, this workshop is a fun opportunity to learn from an experienced sculptor while creating a special piece for the holiday season.

Please note: This workshop will focus on sculpting the Santa face only.

Knitting Workshop with Marylin Huskamp

Tuesdays, November 3–24
5:30–7:30 PM
$150 for all four classes | $40 for the first class only

Whether you’re brand new to knitting or ready to build on your existing skills, this four-week class welcomes beginner and intermediate knitters alike. Join Marylin for a cozy November knitting series as you work on a handmade project perfect for giving as a Christmas gift—or keeping for yourself!

Beginners will receive guidance on essential knitting skills and techniques, while intermediate knitters can continue developing their abilities and take on new challenges. Throughout the four classes, Marylin will provide hands-on instruction and individual assistance as students work at their own pace to complete their projects.

Not sure if the class is right for you? Try the first class for $40 before committing to the full series. Project details and required materials will be discussed during the first class, so please wait to purchase supplies until receiving guidance from Marylin.

All skill levels are welcome, from first-time knitters to those with previous experience!

Fused Glass Jewelry (Two-Class Series)
Wednesdays, December 2 & 9
5:30-6:30pm
$50.00 per person

Discover the art of fused glass while creating your own one-of-a-kind jewelry in this hands-on, two-class workshop! Designed for beginners and creatives of all experience levels, this class will introduce students to the fundamentals of working with fused glass, including safe material handling, cutting techniques, design assembly, and the kiln-firing process.

During the first class, participants will design and create a variety of fused glass jewelry pieces, experimenting with colors, shapes, and patterns to make each piece their own. Finished designs will then be fired in the kiln.

In the second class, students will work with their fired glass pieces to assemble and finish their jewelry, adding the necessary components to transform their designs into wearable works of art. The second session may be shorter and will focus primarily on assembly and finishing touches.

All materials for both classes are included. No previous glass experience is necessary.

Our glass kiln was generously donated by Eileen Dyer, whose support helps make this creative experience possible!

Studio Basics: Mat, Frame & Hang Your Art with Alex Asher
Wednesday, December 9
2:00–5:00 PM
$50 per person

Give your artwork the professional finishing touch in this hands-on workshop with artist and educator Alex Asher. Whether you're preparing work for an exhibition, a gift, or your own home, you'll learn the essential skills needed to confidently mat, frame, wire, and hang your artwork.

Students will work with their own pieces while learning how to properly measure artwork, select complementary mat colors, cut mats, assemble frames, attach hanging hardware, and display artwork securely. Alex will also share tips for choosing frames and mats that enhance your work and create a polished presentation.

Please bring one or more pieces of artwork you would like to frame, along with your own frame and mat. A limited selection of mat board will be available for purchase or use, but bringing your own materials is recommended to ensure the best match for your artwork. If you're unsure which mat color to choose, black or white are timeless options that provide a clean contrast for most artwork.

Supplies to Bring:

• Artwork to frame

• Frame(s)

• Mat board(s) sized for your artwork (recommended)

Leave with a beautifully finished piece of art and the confidence to frame and hang future projects yourself!

Fused Glass Jewelry (Two-Class Series)
Wednesdays, December 2 & 9
5:30-6:30pm
$50.00 per person

Discover the art of fused glass while creating your own one-of-a-kind jewelry in this hands-on, two-class workshop! Designed for beginners and creatives of all experience levels, this class will introduce students to the fundamentals of working with fused glass, including safe material handling, cutting techniques, design assembly, and the kiln-firing process.

During the first class, participants will design and create a variety of fused glass jewelry pieces, experimenting with colors, shapes, and patterns to make each piece their own. Finished designs will then be fired in the kiln.

In the second class, students will work with their fired glass pieces to assemble and finish their jewelry, adding the necessary components to transform their designs into wearable works of art. The second session may be shorter and will focus primarily on assembly and finishing touches.

All materials for both classes are included. No previous glass experience is necessary.

Our glass kiln was generously donated by Eileen Dyer, whose support helps make this creative experience possible!

Drink & Draw Art Party
Thursday, December 10 | 5:30–7:30 PM
$10 per person

Join us at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art for our December Drink & Draw Art Party! This lively evening invites artists of all skill levels to enjoy a relaxed drawing session featuring live models in a creative museum setting.

For this special December edition, Sean Selecman and his daughter will be our featured models, bringing a fun family dynamic to the evening and giving artists the opportunity to practice drawing multiple figures, poses, and interactions.

Bring your favorite drawing supplies or use materials provided by the museum. A cash bar will be available throughout the evening. Guests must be 18 or older to participate in the drawing session and 21 or older to purchase alcoholic beverages.

Whether you’re looking to practice your figure drawing skills, try something new, or simply enjoy a creative night out, Drink & Draw offers a fun and welcoming way to make art at the AKMA!