Classes & Workshops

Cultivating Curiosity.

At Sun Valley Museum of Art, we champion the importance of lifelong learning opportunities for curious thinkers of all ages.

SVMoA's adult and teen classes offer an intimate, exceptional learning experience in an inspiring setting with local and nationally recognized artists and leading experts in their fields. Our classes and workshops are kept small to allow for individual instruction and interaction and to accommodate a range of student levels and interests.

Adults

Intimate and inspiring learning experiences with recognized artists and experts.

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Teens

Hands-on art making experiences that foster learning and discovery, and connection and collaboration with peers.

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Youth and Family Programming at Sun Valley Museum of Art

Youth & Families

Interactive, sensory play to build confidence and self-expression through art making connecting multiple generations to art, music and theatre.

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Company of Fools Theater Classes & Workshops

Theatre Classes & Workshops

Dynamic theatre arts programming on topics such as improvisation, set design, movement and more.

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Upcoming Classes & Workshops

Wed, January 27

Tarsila do Amaral, Abaporu, 1928, oil on canvas, collection of Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA

LIVESTREAM ART HISTORY LECTURE: Making Art, Making Change: Women Artists in Latin America

with Courtney Gilbert

6:00 PM

Livestream from Home

Wed, February 10

OPEN STUDIO: Figure Drawing (Winter 2021)

6:00 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, February 17

Faith Ringgold, The Sunflowers Quilting Bee at Arles, 1991, Acrylic on canvas with fabric border, 74” x 80”

LIVESTREAM ART HISTORY LECTURE: Breaking Traditions, Modernist & Postmodernist Artists as Activists

with Kristin Poole

6:00 PM

Livestream from Home

Tue, February 23

ADULT CLASS: A Thousand Words—Guided Writing About the Art You See

with Sarah Sentilles

6:00 PM

The Museum

Wed, February 24

Artemisia Gentileschi, Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria, 1615-17, Oil on Canvas, Collection of National Gallery, London

LIVESTREAM ART HISTORY LECTURE: Two Women Artists of the Baroque Era

with Elaine French

6:00 PM

Livestream from Home

Wed, March 10

LIVESTREAM OPEN STUDIO: Figure Drawing (Winter 2021)

6:30 PM

Livestream from Home

Sat, March 13

CREATIVE JUMP IN: No Waste Leather Bag and Accessory

with Morgan Buckert

10:00 AM

Hailey Classroom

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Thu, March 18

CRAFT SERIES WORKSHOP: Make a Fascinator

with Sally Metcalf

6:00 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, March 31

Open Studios Figure Drawing at Sun Valley Museum of Art

OPEN STUDIO: Figure Drawing (Spring 2021)

with assistance from Bob Dix

6:00 PM

Hailey Classroom

Sat, April 17

CRAFT SERIES WORKSHOP: Painted Scarves

with Lisa Flowers Ross

10:00 AM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, April 21

OPEN STUDIO: Figure Drawing (Spring 2021)

6:00 PM

Hailey Classroom

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Thu, April 22

LECTURE: Upcycled Cocktails and Clotheskeeping—How and Why to Take Good Care of Your Clothes

with Jeanna Wigger

6:00 PM

The Museum

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

Sat, April 24

CRAFT SERIES WORKSHOP: Visible Mending: Create Your Own Mending Kit

with Jeanna Wigger

10:00 AM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, May 12

LIVESTREAM OPEN STUDIO: Figure Drawing (Spring 2021)

6:30 PM

Livestream from Home

Classes & Workshops FAQs

Where do the classes take place?

Locations vary depending on the class, the majority of youth and adult classes take place in at the Hailey Classroom (314 second Ave). Classes also take place in The Museum in Ketchum, (191 Fifth Street E). Please check your confirmation email to verify your class location.

Why are some classes more expensive than others?

We are fortunate to be able to offer classes and workshops generously sponsored by patrons to subsidize the cost and make it more affordable to you. The skill level of the class also affects the price, introductory classes tend to be less expensive where master level classes require a higher level of instruction. Scholarships are available for all classes, please inquire.

Scholarships

Sun Valley Museum of Art offers scholarships for classes.

For questions regarding scholarship opportunities, please contact Katelyn Foley, Director of Education & Humanities at kfoley@svmoa.org

Types of Classes & Workshops

SVMoA offers a variety of classes for adults: Master Classes, Creative Jump-ins, Master Classes, Craft Series Workshops, Open Studios, Art History Lectures, Theatre Intensives and more!

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Can my child take an adult class?

Adult classes are designed for individuals 21 and older. Spouses and children of participant may not attend without a purchasing a registration. Exceptions may be made depending on class and instructor. Please inquire for more information.

Cancellations or Refunds

Classes are refunded in full if you cancel your registration before the cancellation reimbursement deadline. If you have to cancel your registration for a class after the deadline, we are unable to provide you with a refund.

Do you offer art classes for kids?

Yes, we offer various classes! Each summer we offer a summer art camp for kids in grades 3-5 and a week of art for middle school students. Teen workshops are available on select Saturdays throughout the year.

Do you have an after school program?

At this time we don’t have an after-school program. We do however offer a family program, Afternoon Art, from 2:30-4:30pm on select Wednesdays and Fridays.

Cultivating Curiosity.

Adults

Teens

Youth & Families

Theatre Classes & Workshops

Upcoming Classes & Workshops

Wed, January 27

The Big Idea

Lectures & Talks, Adult Classes

with Courtney Gilbert

6:00 PM

Wed, February 10

Adult Classes

6:00 PM

Wed, February 17

The Big Idea

Lectures & Talks, Adult Classes

with Kristin Poole

6:00 PM

Tue, February 23

The Big Idea

Adult Classes

with Sarah Sentilles

6:00 PM

Wed, February 24

The Big Idea

Lectures & Talks, Adult Classes

with Elaine French

6:00 PM

Wed, March 10

Adult Classes

6:30 PM

Sat, March 13

Adult Classes

with Morgan Buckert

10:00 AM

Thu, March 18

Adult Classes

with Sally Metcalf

6:00 PM

Wed, March 31

Adult Classes

with assistance from Bob Dix

6:00 PM

Sat, April 17

Adult Classes

with Lisa Flowers Ross

10:00 AM

Wed, April 21

Adult Classes

6:00 PM

Thu, April 22

Lectures & Talks, Adult Classes

with Jeanna Wigger

6:00 PM

Sat, April 24

Adult Classes

with Jeanna Wigger

10:00 AM

Wed, May 12

Adult Classes

6:30 PM

Classes & Workshops FAQs

The Museum

Liberty Theatre

Hailey House & Classroom