We have classes in every shape and size. Weekend intensives, daytime classes, weekly classes, Just 2 Saturdays, short term classes and full term classes. One is designed just for you. Join us at KCAI and make your art.

Following are maps to our classrooms:
All Souls Church (pdf)
Ceramics Bldg. (pdf)
Dodge Bldg. (pdf)
East Bldg. (pdf)
Fiber Bldg. (pdf)
Foundation Bldg. (pdf)
Irving Bldg. (pdf)
Jannes Library (pdf)
Sculpture Bldg. (pdf)
Special Programs Classroom (pdf)

Studio Safety Manuals (pdf downloads)

Graphic Design
Fiber Arts Safety
INDA General Safety (pdf)
Painting Safety (pdf)
Photography Digital Film Safety (pdf)
Printmaking Safety (pdf)
Printmaking Additional Saftey (pdf)
SculptureStudioGuidelines (pdf)

Spring 2009

NEW! DAYTIME CLASSES!
Don’t want to get out at night? Is your only free time available during the day? We’ve got you covered! With our Special Programs classroom, we have a perfect place for daytime classes. Join us for one or all!

Screen printing Notecards XPRI 125-01-SP
Discover the versatile world of screen printing. In this class you can layer images, add personal touches and create using your own inspiration. At the end of class you will have a set of handcrafted notecards personally designed and printed.
Instructor: Valda Hsu
Date: 1 day, March 26
Time: Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Cost: $35 Enrollment limited to: 12
Location: Special Programs Classroom, 4301 Main, Ste. 14

Adult classes (16 years and up)

Landscape: Spring Landscapes XDEG 275-40-SP
What changes do you want to make to your gardens after the contemplation of the winter time? Spring is the perfect opportunity to explore new design, color and installation techniques. This class will incorporate lectures and field trips to inspire your landscape plans. Bring a sketchbook and pencil to class. Click for supplies list (pdf).
Instructor: Desmond Poirier
Date: 6 weeks, March 29 - May 17 (no class April 12 or May 10)
Time: Sundays, 1 - 4 p.m.
Cost: $219
Enrollment limited to: 15
Location: Special Programs Classroom, 4301 Main, Ste. 14 (pdf)

Painting: Flowers and Still Life in Oil XPAI 235-80-SP
Learn how to capture flowers and still life on the canvas. You will learn to observe objects/settings with painter’s eyes. Instructions include color, value, drawing and composition. All levels of skill are welcome, though you should understand the basics of oil painting. Click for the supplies list (pdf).
Instructor: Chun Wang
Date: 8 sessions, March 23 - May 11
Time: Mondays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Cost: $249
Enrollment limited to: 12
Location: Irving Building, room 115 (pdf)

Painting: Mixed Media XPAI 317-01-SP
This class is for artists who want to push beyond traditional art forms and explore new realms of possibilities in their paintings. Anyone who is interested in mixing painting, drawing, collage, photography, printmaking or computer images into their paintings is welcome. The goal of the class is to help students strengthen their skills and develop their images into personal statements. Water media paints are recommended. Click for the supplies list (pdf).
Instructor: Linda Light
Date: 8 weeks, March 28 - May 23 (no class April 11)
Time: Saturdays, 9 a.m. - noon
Cost: $259
Enrollment limited to: 12
Location: Special Programs Classroom, 4301 Main, Ste. 14 (pdf)

Summer 2009

High School Classes (15-18 yrs.)

Computer Animation Intensive HIAN 118-01-SU
Love to draw and design and want to see your imagery MOVE? Since Flash files use vector graphics they are lightweight and easy to work with on your own computer, and they're easy to upload to the Internet. Bring your passion to learn to make technologically savvy art. Bring a pencil, notebook and flash drive to class, all other supplies included. At the end of the class you will take your digital drawing tablet home to continue your art!
Instructor: Maria Creyts
Date: 1 week, July 20-July 24
Time: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $350 + $75 materials fee
Enrollment deadline: Thursday, July 9
Location: Irving Building, room 111

Digital Art Intensive HIPA 120-01-SU NEW
Here is the way of the future for illustration and design. Draw and design with color, pattern and strong composition-all on your computer! You will create with the aid of a drawing tablet, adjust your digital photos, collage your imagery, compose text, understand how to prep your digital art for Web or print. You will upload your art to the Internet, as well as create your own files (saved to your flash drive) suited to printing at home or a printing service. At the end of the class you will take your digital drawing tablet home to continue your art!
Instructor: Maria Creyts
Date: 1 week, June 15-June 19
Time: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $350 + $75 materials fee
Enrollment deadline: Tuesday, June 2
Location: Irving Building, room 111

Drawing Intensive for Your Portfolio XYPH 035-41-SU NEW
Build the basics required for a strong college portfolio. We will focus on observational drawing, building, self portraits and still life compositions-the basics every college wants to see in a portfolio. Get ready to impress the college review panels!
Instructor: Pat Nemchock
Date: 1 week, July 20-July 24
Time: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (lunch noon-1 p.m.) Cost: $229 + $20 materials fee
Enrollment deadline: Tuesday, July 7
Location: Dodge Building, room K101

Fashion Design Intensive HFIB 110-01-SU
Taught by KC designer Peggy Noland, this intensive focuses on the creative aspects of fashion design. A series of assignments will challenge you to employ nontraditional techniques for the creation of apparel. Sewing skills will be helpful but are not necessary. Most supplies are included, though you may wish to buy additional fabric. Each student must bring a pair of 8-inch sewing sheers and see-through ruler.
Instructor: Peggy Noland
Date: 1 week, June 15-June 19 Time: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost: $599 Credit: 1 semester credit hour awarded
Enrollment deadline: Friday, June 5
Location: Foundation Building, fiber studio

Painting Intensive HIPA 110-01-SU
For ambitious high school juniors and seniors with prior visual art experience, spend an intensive week immersed in pursuit of painting and realize your personal, contemporary vision as you build your portfolio. Full days of painting will be divided between color mixing and theory with perceptual projects. Previous beginning art courses and experience with painting is recommended. Examples from your new body of paintings will be exhibited at the conclusion. Supplies included.
Instructor: Maria Creyts
Date: 1 week, Aug. 3-Aug. 7
Time: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily Cost: $539
Credit: 1 semester credit hour awarded
Enrollment deadline: Friday, July 24
Location: Dodge Painting Building, room K101

Traditional Animation Intensive HIAN 110-01-SU
Find out what it takes to become an animator. Whether you enjoy the narrative or the experimental, this course offers the ability to create highly engaging work in the field of animation. Using hands-on mediums, you will become part of a creatively charged environment that furthers your artistic skill sets and brings your ideas to life. You and your fellow artists are here for the same reason-to see your art move. Bring a sketchbook and pencil to class, all other supplies included.
Instructor: Scott McCarthy
Date: 1 week, July 27-July 31
Time: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $350
Enrollment deadline: Friday, July 17
Location: Irving Building, animation lab, room 117

Portfolio Preparation XYPH 032-41-SU
This is the course for you if you are interested in building your portfolio for the college level. In this course, we will work on composition and observational drawing, building to larger scale drawings. We will also discuss the college admission and application process as well as the techniques for capturing and sharing portfolio images.
Instructor: Pat Nemchock
Date: 1 week, July 13-July 17
Time: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (lunch 12-1 p.m.) Cost: $229 + $20 materials fee
Location: Dodge Building, room K101

Realistic Rendering and Beyond XYDR 032-40-SU
Draw from different aspects of life including still life setups, figure drawing and self-portraiture. We will explore a variety of techniques using pencil and charcoal. You will keep a sketchbook and apply your new skills outside of class. This is a perfect class for you to expand your body of work for a portfolio if you are considering a career in art. Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Katy Flatley
Date: 8 weeks, June 16-August 4
Time: Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $229
Location: Dodge Building, room D202

Adult classes (16 years old and up)

Applying Color My World XDES 300-01-SU NEW
This course offers a chance to apply all the various color theories taught in the “Color My World” class. It is not only a good continuation, but also for people new to the concept. Emphasis will be on expanding the application of the various color schemes and on strengthening ones color palette, finding and mixing the right colors.Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Linda Light
Date: 4 weeks, July 11-Aug. 1
Time: Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Cost: $259
Location: Special Programs satellite classroom, 4301 Main, Ste. 14

Elements of Art-Color XDES 210-80-SU
Using acrylic paint you will learn the basics of color. Drawing on inspiration from masterworks by Van Gogh, Miro and more, we dive into color with lessons in color mixing, mood, value and texture. Perfect for the beginner ready to take the next step!Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Alisha Gambino
Date: 6 weeks, June 16-July 21
Time: Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $199
Location: Special Programs satellite classroom, 4301 Main St., Suite 14

Creating a Children's Picture Book XDES 199-80-SU NEW
Do you have an idea for a children's book? Whether its an original manuscript, or a new twist on an old story, we will focus on creating a submission-ready book dummy using industry standard sizes and layout. We will discuss the appropriate age level and format for the book and illustrations. Bring a sketchbook and pencil to class.
Instructor: Dana Regan
Date: 8 weeks, June 17-Aug. 5
Time: Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $169 + $10 materials fee
Location: Special Programs satellite classroom, 4301 Main, Ste. 14

Artistic Architectural Drawing XDDR 314-80-SU
Learn to draw buildings within a landscape setting. Well explore perspective relating to architecture and landscape, line qualities and other formal aspects of drawing. Most classes will be on-site at KCAI or in the surrounding area. The first class will be held in the classroom. Beginning and intermediate students are welcome.Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Alice Broughton
Date: 5 weeks, May 30-June 27
Time: Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-noon Cost: $159
Location: All Souls Unitarian Church, lower level, room F

Botanical Illustration using Digital Photography XDDR 347-01-SU NEW
Summer is the perfect time to work with nature and see the beauty of flowers. We will focus on learning how to take reference photos and translate those to watercolor illustrations. Students need their own digital camera, click here for other supplies.
Instructor: Lisa Megahee
Date: 5 weeks, July 11-August 8
Time: Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-noon Cost: $159
Location: Irving Building, room 114

Black and White to Color XDDR 267-80-SU
This comprehensive course will present six different drawing mediums (dry and wet) including charcoal, pencil, conte, ink, pastels and colored pencils. This visually oriented class will consider the aesthetic and technical aspect of each medium primarily through study of the figure, and it may also include still life and portrait studies. An intuitive approach with an emphasis on process will be presented.Click here for the supply list (pdf). Bring charcoal supplies to the first class.
Instructor: Ty Wilson
Date: 3 weeks, July 25 – August 8
Time: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $229
Location: Irving Building, room 115

Cartoons and Gagwriting XINT 255-80-SU NEW
Taught by Lee Judge, political cartoonist for the Kansas City Star, you will learn to create cartoon ideas and then execute those ideas visually. Youll talk about creating characters, building figures, putting those figures in motion, creating a cartoon world, depicting perspective and depth, humor, caricature, and perhaps the meaning of life. You'll learn and have a good laugh in the process.
Instructor: Lee Judge
Date: 8 weeks, June 16-August 4
Time: Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $249
Location: Irving Building, room 114

Drawing the Human Face XDDR 273-80-SU
This course focuses on learning to break down the face into simple shapes, applying proportion rules, shading, highlights and working with flesh tones. We will also address composition for portraiture. You will work from black and white to full color. It is recommended that you have some drawing experience before taking this course.Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Tom Nelson
Date: 8 weeks, June 17-Aug. 5
Time: Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $259
Location: Dodge Painting Building, room D202

Life XDDR 310-80-SU
This class is an introduction to the concept that “drawing is seeing.” You will be encouraged to develop your individual artistic style through a series of exercises working from a model. Whether you want to enhance your drawing skills, create preparatory drawing for painting or add pieces to your portfolio, this is the class for you. Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Chun Wang
Date: 8 weeks, June 11-July 30
Time: Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $259
Location: Irving Building, room 115

Life Drawing Weekend Intensive XDDR 322-01-SU
Immerse yourself in life drawing with our weekend intensive! For two full days we will concentrate on the human form. This workshop will improve your skills, deepen your understanding of drawing the human form and fire your passion for life drawing. Sign up early, this class will fill up quickly due to limited enrollment.Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Brett Chenoweth
Date: 1 weekend, June 13 and 14
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. with lunch noon-1 p.m. Cost: $139
Location: Dodge Painting Building, room K101

Life Drawing Open Studio XLDR 310-80-SU
Open studio is a great opportunity for the novice or advanced artist to gain experience drawing from the model. Class sessions are fun and lively and free from instruction or critique. Bring your favorite materials and jump right in.
Facilitator: Nancy Martin
Date: 8 weeks, June 18-Aug. 6
Time: Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $129 alumni, $158 others
Location: Dodge Painting Building, room D202

All About Felting XFIB 232-01-SU NEW
Learn a wide array of wool felting techniques from nuno felting to 3-D needle felting. Experimentation is encouraged. Samples are done every day and we will conclude with one finished project. New and experienced students are welcome.Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Stefanie Richwine
Date: 5 weeks, May 30-June 27
Time: Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon Cost: $159
Location: Special Programs satellite classroom, 4301 Main, Ste. 14

The Indigo Blues XFIB 332-01-SU NEW
Learn the art of indigo dyeing with this beautifully responsive natural dye. Students will learn traditional shibori techniques and will work with three different types of fabrics to create samples and either wearable art or a wall hanging.Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Betsy Knabe Roe
Date: 4 weeks, July 11-Aug. 1
Time: Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon Cost: $159 + $15 materials fee
Location: Foundation Building, fiber studio

Beginning Oil XPAI 230-80-SU
Have you always wanted to try oil painting? We will begin with basic color and painting approaches through short in-class painting assignments and progress through the exploration of color and paint application ending with a single painting project.Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Beverly Nichols
Date: 8 weeks, June 16-Aug. 4
Time: Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $259
Location: Irving Building, room 115

Chinese Brush XPAI 245-80-SU
“See the great in the small, and see the small in the perspective of the great.” Experience the principles of the 4,000-year-old art of philosophy through brush painting. Brush techniques and wash painting will be done using newsprint and rice paper. Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Valda Hsu
Date: 8 weeks, June 11-July 30
Time: Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $259
Location: Special Programs satellite classroom, 4301 Main, Ste. 14

Exploring Collage XPAI 233-01-SU
You will explore a wide variety of collage materials that can be used to achieve rich textures and surfaces in art. Choose your own media to create forms on canvas, board or heavy watercolor paper. The collage activities are designed to facilitate a greater passion for creative art while discovering your own personal methods for expression. Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Linda Light
Date: 8 weeks, June 12-Aug. 7 (no class July 3)
Time: Fridays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Cost: $259
Location: Special Programs satellite classroom, 4301 Main, Ste. 14

Textures and Picasso XPAI 234-01-SU NEW
Delve into the world of painting in the style of Picasso by using a variety of different textures and methods. Similar to Picassos work, we will make the most of both our outside world and our inner imagination while exploring the elements of art. In addition to paint, we will also add a variety of papers and found objects to create gorgeous works of art. Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Katy Flatley
Date: 5 weeks, June 14-July 19 (no class July 5)
Time: Sundays, 1-3 p.m. Cost: $139
Location: Special Programs satellite classroom, 4301 Main, Ste. 14

Pastel Intensive XPAI 268-01-SU
Get lost in your work for a glorious week. We will divide our time between drawing the model inside the studio and plein air landscape. You will be encouraged to approach pastel as a linear drawing medium and as a painting medium using layered color. Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Lynn Manos
Date: 4 sessions, June 8-June 11
Time: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon, 1-4 p.m. Cost: $259
Location: Dodge Painting Building, room K101

Plein Air Oil Painting XPAI 347-01-SU NEW
Develop your oil painting skills from direct observation. We will be working outside on-site allowing a personal connection with the landscape and exploring the use of color, line and composition. We will meet in Kansas City's parks including the Plaza and Loose Park. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your paints, canvas and easel to the first class.
Instructor: Anne Garney
Date: 5 weeks, June 13-July 18 (no class July 4)
Time: Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon Cost: $169
Location: First class will meet at the JC Nichols Fountain on the Plaza

Portraits in Oil XPAI 276-40-SU
Learn how to capture portraits on canvas and create graceful and dynamic images. You will learn to observe objects with a painters eyes. Instruction will be given on color, value, drawing and composition. All levels are welcome. Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Chun Wang
Date: 5 weeks, July 6-Aug. 3
Time: Mondays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $169
Location: Irving Building, room 115

Watercolor XPAI 272-80-SU
Watercolor is one of the worlds favorite mediums. In this class, beginning and intermediate students will explore the basics of watercolor painting. Techniques such as the use of washes, color design and the addition of texture (through push and pull, direct addition of cloth and splatter) will enhance your knowledge of the uses of this medium. Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Tom Nelson
Date: 8 weeks, June 11-July 30
Time: Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $259
Location: Special Programs satellite classroom, 4301 Main St., Suite 14

Digital SLR XPHO 263-01-SU
This beginning class takes you from the basics of exposure, manipulation of depth of field and shutter speeds to the ultimate goal of creating compelling photographs. This class will cover the operation of your digital SLR and an introduction to Photoshop. We will cover the available settings of your camera and when to use them in different situations.
Instructor: Bill Thomas
Date: 8 weeks, June 25-Aug. 13
Time: Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Cost: $259
Location: East Building, room 217

Introduction to Digital Photography XJTS 220-01-SU
Confounded by your camera? Learn the techniques of digital photography. By the end of class you will have more confidence with your camera. Bring your camera to class.
Instructor: Bill Thomas
Date: 2 weeks, June 13 and June 20
Time: Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon Cost: $59
Location: East Building, room 217

Intentional Photography XPHO 276 -80-SU
This course will offer a comprehensive guide to photography, teaching you how to get what you want in your photographs-not what your camera thinks you need. Together we will survey the principles and mechanics of photography starting with the basics of exposure, various types of light including flash and different types of equipment, such as lenses. We will also explore composition in-depth, discovering what makes a photograph great.
Instructor: Doug Hamer
Date: 8 weeks, June 13 – Aug. 8 (no class July 4)
Time: Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon Cost: $259
Location: East Building, room 203

Photoshop XPHO 254-80-SU
Learn the tools and techniques available in Photoshop to manipulate and create your photos. We will explore direct images and artistic interpretations of your image. You will also discover techniques for image copying and restoration. Students should bring an external drive with 10 images on it to the first class. Please note all photo printing will be done outside of class.
Instructor: Craig Sands
Date: 8 weeks, June 10-July 29
Time: Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon Cost: $259
Location: Jannes Library, computer lab

Monotype Weekend Intensive XPRI 235-01-SU NEW
Explore your inner artist! Come experiment and discover a new art form by spending the weekend making art. Monotype printmaking is a spontaneous, experimental form of printmaking. We will print all weekend in an artistic whirlwind of activity.Click here for the supply list (pdf).
Instructor: Jane Voorhees
Date:1 week, August 7 and 8
Time: Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $159 + $15 materials fee
Location: East Building, printmaking studio