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Drawing on Right Side of the Brain
Since only a small number of our population in the United States are skilled at drawing, many of us regard drawing as a mysterious and even magical ability. Come and dispel the mystery with Carmen Lugo as she teaches the five basic skills of drawing as outlined in Betty Edward’s book, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. Edwards incorporated the practical and educational applications of Roger Sperry’s pioneering insight into the dual nature of human thinking that isolated thinking, verbal and analytical in the left hemisphere of the brain and visual and perceptual on the right. If you took this class the first time with Carmen, sign up again and keep on drawing!

Instructor: Carmen Lugo
Dates: May 2, 9, 16 & 23
Day & Time: Thursday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Member Fee: $120 (Non-Member Fee: $140) per person
Supplies: Check the website for a downloadable supply list

Landscape Painting in Acrylics
Come learn about acrylic painting from local artist, Bruce Seabolt. In this class you will learn all about landscape painting including how to paint skies, clouds, water, trees, sandbars, marshes and other environmental aspects using representational realism. This class is for all levels of painters as Bruce will be teaching basic and more advanced techniques. Choose a landscape scene or your own or one can be provided.

Instructor: Bruce Seabolt
May Session: May 9, 16, 23, 30
June Session: June 6, 13, 20 & 27
Day & Time: Thursdays, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Member Fee: $120 (Non-Member Fee: $140) per person
Supplies: Right click for supply list (PDF)

Monday Evenings with Patt Odom
Patt Odom is back with another fun and exciting workshop at the Mary C. Patt teaches and lectures on art all over the country, and holds many awards and professional accolades. It is no wonder we all want to learn more about painting from her. Participants will be painting with acrylics and applying multiple types of collage to their acrylic works. Patt will teach the basic concepts and key fundamentals of painting both with and without brushes along with new methods infused with old for generating collages and combining the works together to create your own personal masterpieces.

Instructor: Patt Odom
Dates: May 13, 20, June 3 and June 10
Day & Time: Mondays, 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Member Fee: $220 (Non-Member: $245) per person
Class limited to 12 students
Supplies: Check the website for a downloadable supply list.

Encaustic with Kat Fitzpatrick
Kat brings her tools and fun materials and we set up shop and paint with
Beeswax all day long. We start with the basic techniques in the morning. Kat gives participants mini lessons on different techniques throughout the day so that you learn other creative methods for increasing the range of your work. Painting with this warm colorful wax is relaxing and it is inevitable that the creative spirit flows just like the wax. This class is one of our favorites and a “not to miss” class. Even novices take home encaustic works that they will be proud to display.

Instructor: Kat Fitzpatrick
Date: June 22
Day & Time: Saturday, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Member Fee: $145 (Non-Member Fee: $165) per person
Supplies: Supplies are provided for fee of $35 per person

Gulf Coast Figure Group
Calling all experienced artists! Whether you sketch, paint or sculpt, drawing the figure has historically been one of the best ways to continue to hone your skills. This group meets weekly at the Mary C to draw live models. There will be no instructor as this is not a class, but rather a self-sustaining membership group for artists interested in an on-going program. Membership dues include weekly meetings, facility rental, models and a yearly show of member work.

Instructor: None
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Dues: $120 for 12 weeks
Supplies: Members bring their own supplies. Easels and models are furnished.

Intro to Digital Photography with your SLR Camera
This class is for DSLR cameras only (you can remove and replace the lens). Do you look at your photos and wonder, “what was this shot about?” Ashley Rodriguez, our fun and informative instructor will help you get ready to take that “perfect shot” of that important moment. Ashley will teach class participants how their camera works including aperture, shutter speed, white balance and many other functions. Learn all about the different menu options that your camera has and how to put them to proper use. We also go over some basics in digital pictures using flash and general composition techniques.

Instructor: Ashley Rodriguez
Dates: June 3, 10,17, 24
Day & Time: Mondays, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Member Fee: $75 (Non-Member Fee: $85) per person
Supplies: Please bring your fully charged camera and manual to class.

Beyond the Basics with Your SLR
Take your photography to the next level using your SLR camera (you can remove and replace the lens). Students with a basic knowledge of shutter speeds and aperture usage or have taken Intro to Digital Photography class can go deeper in their usage of shutter speed and aperture to get the best exposure to their photos. Participants will learn principals of design and composition. Class features plenty of hands-on photography time to put your newly learned skills to use.

Instructor: Ashley Rodriguez
Dates: May 8, 15, 22 & 29
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Member Fee: $75 (Non-Member Fee: $85) per person
Supplies: Please bring your fully charged camera and manual to class.

Get to Know Your Point and Shoot Cameras
Look at your point and shoot camera. Do you wonder what those little buttons are for? Sure, it is a point and shoot camera, but wouldn’t you like to be able to do more than just take a photo? Instructor Ashley Rodriguez will help you learn the ins and outs of your camera. In one session, learn how your camera works, including the menu functions, how to connect to your PC and some basics in taking digital pictures using flash and general composition techniques.

Instructor: Ashley Rodriguez
Member Fee: $65 (Non-Member Fee: $75) per person
Supplies: Please bring your fully charged camera and manual to class.

Coastal Landscape Photography Excursion
You take photographs of our beautiful waters, beaches, islands and water fowl, but somehow the resulting photographic imagery doesn’t reflect the beauty you see. Ken Murphy, master photographer and author of the beautiful books My South Coast Home, Mississippi, and Mississippi State of Blues, will be your instructor and guide. Ken will take you by boat to our coastal islands and personally instruct you to create more breathtaking photographs. In a small group setting Ken will take you to scenic locations for outstanding imagery and advise on the best ways to use natural light and camera settings to capture images for the best photographs. There will be two excursions per day to take advantage of the differing sunrise and sunset light opportunities. After a morning or evening of boating, beach walking and shooting, you’ll head back to the mainland for a cold beverage and a one-on one photo review with Ken.

Instructor: Ken Murphy
Date: June 29
Day & Time: Saturday, 4:30am – 10:00am (Sunrise Excursion); 3:00pm – 9:00pm (Sunset Excursion)
Member Fee: $185 (Non-Member Fee: $205) per person per excursion
Supplies: Bug repellant, sunscreen, hats and sunglasses, shoes that can be worn in the water; a camera that can be shot manually, a polarizing filter, tripod, waterproof container for camera, personal floatation device if desired (life jackets provided on board); everyone should have on long sleeve shirts and long pants. The excursion boat is a 22’ Triton Seaflight with a Honda 225 motor. Students should be prepared to get wet and be willing to wade from the boat to the shore if necessary, in the dark.
Class limited to 4 students per excursion. Some restrictions may apply. The following Sunday will serve as the “rain date” in case of inclement weather.

Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® 4
Ashley Rodriguez invites you to take the next step in your journey of photography. She will instruct you on the newest tool from Adobe for creating incredible images, sharing them easily and ways to efficiently manage your entire photo library. Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® 4 software provides a comprehensive range of features for your digital photography tasks, from powerful yet simple automatic controls to state-of-the-art advanced tools. Take your photo library to the next level. You will learn techniques for adjusting tone and color. Learn how to examine detail and make corrections. Save time and work efficiently in organizing and managing images, finding, searching and sorting images, importing and exporting and sharing and printing.

Instructor: Ashley Rodriguez
Dates: June 6,13,20,27
Day & Time: Thursdays,6:00pm – 7:30pm
Member Fee: $95 (Non-Member Fee: $115) per person
Supplies: Bring your laptop and power cord to class. Students will download the trial version of Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® 4 software

Teen/Adult Sewing Class
Class will help students learn basic sewing methods and techniques and use of sewing machine. Students will choose individual projects and be guided from start to finish. Plenty of patterns, fabric and supplies are available for all beginning projects. Beginning or Intermediate. Class size limit to six.

Instructor: Suzanne Weidie
Dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28
Day & Time: Tuesday mornings 10:00am -12:00noon or Tuesday evenings, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Member Fee: $100/4 classes, $25/class (Non-Member Fee: $125) per person
Supplies: Instructor will collect supply fee for materials used.

Knitting Basics I
This class covers knitting techniques like casting on, binding off and the knit stitch. These techniques are covered in the scarf project. This class will give students a start in the world of knitting.

Instructor: Carol Naddy
Member Fee: $40 (Non-Member Fee: $50) per person per session Supplies: Sock weight (#1)/sport weight (#2) yarn in variegated colors about 3 ounces or 100 grams or 200 yards. Needles either circular or straight size 11. Blunt end darning needle.

Daytime Session - Saturday
June Session Dates: June 1 & 8
Day & Time: Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00 noon

Evening Session - Monday
June Session Dates: June 10 & 17
Day & Time: Mondays, 6:00pm -8:00pm

Knitting Basics II
This class continues where Basic I leaves off. More basic techniques are introduced as well as learning about reading patterns. The projects are fun, practical and great for gifts. You must be able to cast on, bind off, and do the knit stitch to take this class.

Instructor: Carol Naddy
Member Fee: $40 (Non-Member Fee: $50) per person per session
Supplies: 100% non-mercerized worsted weight cotton about 4 ounces any color. Needles, either circular or straight size 8. Blunt end darning needle.

Daytime Session - Saturday
June Session Dates: June 15 & 22
Day & Time: Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00noon
Evening Session - Monday
May Session Dates: May 20 & June 3
Day & Time: Mondays, 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Art Exploration for Kids
Students will explore different types of media and learn to use them in instructor-led projects. Painting, printmaking, pastel and collage projects are included in this fun and inspirational class for kids.

Instructor: Carmen Lugo
Dates: Meeting Weekly Now
Youth Member Fee: $105 per session
Supplies: All supplies and materials are provided.

Grades 1-3
Dates: May Session: May 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
June Session: June 5, 12, 19, 26
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 3:30pm – 5:30pm

Grades 4-6
Dates: May Session: May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
June Session: June 6, 13, 20 & 27
Day & Time: Thursday, 3:30pm – 5:30pm

Ages 6-12
Dates: May Session: May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
June Session: June 7, 14, 21 & 28
Day & Time: Friday, 3:30pm – 5:30pm

Pottery for Kids
Students will learn to work with clay, forming vessels and art pieces. Instruction will include applying glazes and understanding the firing process.

Instructor: Catie Daniel
Dates: Meeting Weekly Now
Youth Member Fee: $105 per session
Supplies: $20 supply fee for clay and kiln time.

Handbuilding for Grades 1-3
May Session: May 6, 13, 20 & 27
June Session: June 3, 10, 17 & 24
Day & Time: Mondays, 3:30pm – 5:30pm

Wheel Throwing for Grades 4-6
May Session: May 7, 14, 21 & 28
June Session: June 4, 11, 18 & 25
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 3:30pm – 5:30 pm

Child’s Play - Art Exploration
Students will experience a variety of art making techniques that develop large and small motor skills. Painting, printmaking, textiles, clay and more will be offered. All materials supplied. Age 3-5.

Instructor: Suzanne Weidie Findeisen
Dates: May 2, 9, 16 & 23
Day & Time: Thursdays 10:30-11:30 or 1 – 2 pm
Youth Member Fee: $60/4 classes
Supplies: All supplies and materials are provided.

Learn to Sew
Class will include learning basic hand sewing methods, proper use of tools and an introduction to machine sewing. Students will select and complete a variety of simple projects. Grades 1-5. Students can sign up for 4 classes.

Instructor: Suzanne Weidie Findeisen
Dates: May 9, 16, 23 & 30
Day & Time: Thursdays, 3:30-5:30
Youth Member Fee: $100/4 classes, $25/class
Supplies: All supplies and materials are provided.

Mary C. Junior Mardi Gras Krewe
This group of teens is not just about Mardi Gras. They participate in activities through the year. This summer they will be organizing a pageant, formal ball, and planning for a lock-in and dance-a thon during the Fall. Although this group of teens does raise money to help them with their Mardi Gras activities, they are also creating a fund to assist families of children who have died in this area. This group of teens have personally been touched by the loss of a friend this year and they want to help give back.

Call for more information.

Introduction to Stained Glass
Come and learn the basics of glass cutting and stained glass window construction in this four part introduction to Stained Glass Fabrication class. Each student will learn how to cut basic shapes out of glass, soldering techniques and window assembly. Students will then assemble a stained glass panel using the copper foil method developed by Louis Comfort Tiffany and John La Farge in the 19th century.

Instructor: Amanda Burke
Dates: May 4, 11, 18 & 25
Day & Time: Saturdays 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Member Fee: $75 (Non-Member Fee: $85) per person
Supplies: Tools are supplied, but glass and other supplies will be a
separate fee based on consumption.

Intermediate Stained Glass
Take your stained glass projects to the next level with advanced cutting techniques and an introduction to 3D construction.

Instructor: Amanda Burke
Dates: May 4, 11, 18 & 25
Day & Time: Saturdays 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Member Fee: $75 (Non-Member Fee: $85) per person
Supplies: Tools are supplied, but glass and other supplies will be a separate fee based on consumption.

Beginning Pottery
Learn the basics of wheel throwing in this small class with local artist, Mark King. He will teach you about centering, raising the vessel and all the other skills needed to create a completely functional piece of pottery of your own. Class fee includes supplies, firing and one-on-one instruction during class. Each class is limited to 5 students to allow for maximum individual time with the instructor.

Age Requirement: 16 years and older
Instructor: Mark King
Member Fee: $200 (Non-Member Fee: $230) per person per session
Supplies: $25.00 supply fee for materials provided and kiln tme

Daytime Session - Monday
Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1 & 8
Day & Time: Mondays, 9:00am – 11:30am

Evening Session - Monday
Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1 & 8
Day & Time: Mondays, 5:30pm – 8:00pm

Daytime Session - Tuesday
Dates: June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2 & 9
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 9:00am – 11:30am

Evening Session - Tuesday
Dates: June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2 & 9
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 5:30pm – 8:00pm

Evening Session - Wednesday
Dates: June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 3 &10
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 5:30pm – 8:00pm

Experienced Pottery
Learn new projects and techniques with Ocean Springs’ artist and potter, Mark King. He will teach lidded vessels, enclosed vessels and some hand-building. In addition to functional pots you will create your own pottery pet. Mark will be teaching skills and tricks needed to create aesthetically pleasing pottery of your own. He will help you realize your creative potential as a potter. Class fee includes supplies, firing and one-on-one instruction during class. Each class is limited to 5 students in order to allow for maximum individual time with the instructor.

Age Requirement: 16 years and older
Instructor: Mark King
Member Fee: $200 (Non-Member Fee: $230) per person
Supplies: $25.00 supply fee for materials provided and kiln time

Make Your Own Enameled Bracelet with Cathy Talbot
Cathy Talbot from Empty Nest Studio in Tupelo is one of our Peter Anderson Festival artists and a member of the Craftsmen’s Guild of Mississippi, Tennessee Association of Craft Artists and the Enamelist Society. Join Artisan Cathy Talbot as she unveils the mysteries of the ancient art of firing glass onto enamel. Under Cathy’s direction, students will learn to take colored glass that has been ground to a fine powder and layer it onto a metal surface. Students will learn how to fire their works of art using torches and small kilns. The glass and metal fuse to become a colorful, glassy and permanent surface. Participants will produce their own enameled bracelet that they will assemble and take with them.

Instructor: Cathy Talbot
Date: June 1
Day & Time: Saturday, 9:00am – 1:00pm
Member Fee: $105 (Non-Member Fee: $125) per person
Supplies: All supplies and materials provided.

Beaded Jewelry Making
Students will learn a variety of techniques to create beaded jewelry including: using various types of jewelry wire, crimp beads and knotting for professional-looking clasps; how to combine cultured pearls, Swarovski and Polish crystals, glass beads and natural stones into unique designs. They will learn how to incorporate sterling silver findings with glass beads and natural stones. Items will vary to include earrings, knotted bracelets, eye-glass holders, key chains, etc. We have a large assortment of beads and supplies to choose from to create unique jewelry. Students will take home one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces after each class. All tools, supplies and materials are provided.

Instructor: Shirley Cahela
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Member Fee: $35 (Non-Member Fee: $45) per person per session
Supplies: All tools, supplies and materials provided.

Mastering Woodworking
The Mary C is proud to welcome Master Craftsman Jim Sachleben to our team to lead a new program designed for people interested in learning fine woodworking. Offering a series of classes beginning with an introductory course and moving into creative, unique designs for fine craftwork,. Chris Skinner will also assist in teaching, with special attention given to techniques, types of wood, proper tools and finishing.

Session 1: The Art of Box and Drawer Making In our introductory class, You will learn the technique of dovetailing as the means of joinery for building boxes and drawers. This class will focus on cutting the pins and tails of the through dovetail (also known as plain dovetail) joint using basic woodworking hand tools. We will cover the fundamentals of other types of dovetail joints used in joinery, hardwood properties and basic chisel sharpening. Success in woodworking is built upon learning, practicing and then mastering the fundamental skills we will teach you in this class. Over four weeks we will replicate these techniques many times, and during the last session you will put them to use by building your very own hand crafted box. By the end of the course you will have the ability to make exquisite jewelry boxes, potpourri boxes and anything else you can imagine, using the skill of dovetailing.

Instructors: Jim Sachleben & Chris Skinner
Dates: May 21, 28, June 4 & 11
The May 28th class (day after Memorial Day) I will schedule a makeup session; date to be announced.
Day and Time: Tuesdays, 6:00pm –9:00pm
Member Fee: $190 (Non-Member Fee: $220) per person
Supplies: The class supply fee is $30 per student and includes wood kits, which will be available in a variety of woods. The instructor will contact you after registration with wood selections.
Class limited to 8 students

East Coast Swing and Foxtrot Class
If you are tired of sitting out at the Mardi Gras balls, weddings and night clubs come learn to dance. The East Coast Swing is a fast dance done to many types of music and the Foxtrot is a slow dance. You do not need a partner to join the class. Don’t sit out ever again.

Instructor: Marguerite Pivarnik
Date: Monthly
Day & Time: Mondays, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Member Fee: $45 (Non-Member Fee: $55) per person per month

Rumba and Salsa
Learn to dance a slow romantic Rumba and a fast hot Salsa. We will
teach you some great steps so you can be a hit on the dance floor.
Every woman wants to dance with a good partner. Learn to lead and
follow the correct way in this fun class.

Instructor: Marguerite Pivarnik
Date: Monthly
Day & Time: Mondays, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Member Fee: $45 (Non-Member Fee: $55) per person per month

Beginner’s Private Voice Lessons
Learn the fundamentals of voice including posture, proper breathing techniques while learning to fine tune your vocal instrument. Whether for a young child just learning to sing or an adult wanting to try something new, these one-on-one classes will get you started and help you improve your singing voice.

Advanced Private Voice Lessons
Come study voice with one of the top vocal educators in Mississippi. Whether you are getting ready for auditions or just want to improve your singing voice these classes will help you reach your goal. These lessons are for the true vocal academic. Learn everything you need to know from pitch, diction, posture, audition tips and attitude in these one-on-one 30 minute classes.

Instructor: Gigi Reeks, J.T. Anglin or Billy Marter
Dates: Monthly
Days & Times: Call the Mary C to schedule lessons
Member Fee: $70.00 (Non-Member Fee: $80.00) per person per month

Private Guitar Lessons
Bring your guitar and learn to play with one of our experienced instructors. Whether you are just starting to learn or need to improve your skills, our instructors will get you to your goal.

Age Requirement: Ages 6 and up
Instructor: Katherine MacMahon or Billy Marter
Dates: Monthly
Days & Times: Call the Mary C to schedule lessons
Member Fee: $70.00 (Non-Member Fee: $80.00) per person per month
Supplies: Students will need to have their own guitar, either acoustic or electric with portable amplifier.

Class Guitar for Complete Beginners
In this eight week class, students will learn to tune the guitar, how to name notes on the fretboard, play simple melodies and chord progressions, how to read guitar tablature and the basics of notation.

Instructor: Billy Marter
Dates: May 20 – June 24
Days & Times: Mondays, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Member Fee: $80 (Non-Member Fee: $90) per person per session
Supplies: Students will need to have their own guitar, either acoustic or electric with portable amplifier.

Private Piano Lessons
Learn to play piano from one of the top piano instructors in the state. Whether you are a beginner or advanced student, you will improve your
technique, style and knowledge through these lessons.

Age Requirement: Ages 6 and up
Instructor: Gigi Reeks, J.T. Anglin or Billy Marter
Dates: Monthly
Days & Times: Call the Mary C to schedule lessons
Member Fee: $70.00 (Non-Member Fee: $80.00) per person per month

Broadway Prep
Students learn dance combinations, scenes and songs from a major Broadway show. Video and audio of Original Broadway Casts are used as tools to acclimate the students to the world of professional theatre. The class commences with a showcase featuring the students’ work.

Age Requirement: Ages 8-18
Instructor: Cliff Thompson
Dates: June 3 – July 8
Day & Time: Mondays, 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Member Fee: $75 (Non-Member Fee: $85) per person

Introduction to Acting for Adults
This 6 week acting class is ideal for the new adult actor whether you have been on stage before or just want to check it out. Learn the fundamentals of acting using different techniques including Margolis and Meisner. Through entertaining activities and games, you will learn scene studies, character development and audition prep.

Instructor: Cliff Thompson
Dates: May 23 – June 27
Day & Time: Thursdays, 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Member Fee: $75 (Non-Member Fee: $85) per person

Beginner Bellydance
This class is designed for beginners who have little to no bellydance experience or for dancers who need a refresher course. We will focus on posture, several basic combinations and also includes a short choreography. You will be dancing in just 6 short weeks. Wear comfortable clothes that will allow you to move freely, something you would wear to the gym or yoga class. Repeat this class as many times as you want until you feel you have mastered the moves to move to the next level.

Instructor: Kelly
Dates: June 4- July 9
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Member Fee: $79 (Non-Member Fee: $89) per person

Basic Bellydance: Level 1
This class is for dancers who have taken bellydance before. This class will be ongoing with different topics covered each session. You will continue to learn combinations and will be introduced to veils and zills (finger cymbals). You can also expect to learn more choreographies.

Instructor: Kelly
Dates: June 5 – July 10
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Member Fee: $79 (Non-Member Fee: $89) per person per session

Glam / Pinup Makeup Application Class
Vavavoom! Want to learn how to be the most fabulous you that you can be! Come learn how to make yourself divalicious from one of the Gulf Coast’s premiere makeup artists. Bring your makeup kit and the instructor will bring pallets of amazing colors to show you how to create a great smokey eye or glam color looks! And that’s just the first hour. The second hour will be all about the pin-up or retro looks. Perfect your winged liner! This class also will include a set of glamour human hair eyelashes to complete your look! For an added fee, the instructor will provide an optional digital photo fully edited for you to use to redo your looks.

Instructor: Denise Bauman
Please check back for new dates and times
Member Fee: $80 (Non-Member Fee: $90) (includes lashes and instructor providing palettes to go with your kits to use)

Face Off - Theatrical Makeup Mega Course
Have you wanted to learn how they do the make-up on Scifi Channel’s “Face-Off”? This is the mother lode of all classes! Learn theatrical makeup from one of the Gulf Coast’s premiere makeup artists. Denise Bauman is contracted by casinos, shows and fashion designers to create all types of looks. In this 5 week course you will learn how to do cuts and bruises, old age, fantasy, basic and extreme zombies. You will learn to do the makeup on yourself and on others. This is a must class for anyone interested in theater. The tuition fee will include a BEN NYE Full Theatrical Kit and a digital photo fully edited of your looks. The individual kit that’s all yours contains everything you need! Scarring wax, spirit gum (adhesive), spirit gum remover, cream colors, bruise wheel, color wheel, setting powder, sponges, contour creams, brushes, stage blood. Your instructor will bring other palettes and things you will need.

Instructor: Denise Bauman
Date: June 17 - July 15
Day & Time: Mondays, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Fee: $250 + $65 for your personal makeup kit.

Zombies Everyway Makeup Class
Learn to makeup 3 types of Zombies from one of the Gulf Coast’s premiere makeup artists. Denise Bauman is commissioned throughout the year to do zombie makeup for parties, functions, shows and just for fun. Bring nothing but your gruesome ideas. The instructor provides everything you need to make up some creepy zombie creations. If you do have some of your own supplies, bring them and the instructor can show you how to utilize them. Zombie prosthetics, green skin and extra blood included! Keep in mind class is messy.

Instructor: Denise Bauman
Date: Session 1: June 3
Session 2: July 22
Day & Time: Monday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Fee: $100 + $15 supply fee per person per session

The Art of Recording in a Studio

Come learn about the exciting world of music recording. This 6 week class will teach you all about the basics of the technology of recording and the knowledge of how to put that technology to work. Learn how to hook up microphones and work with different instruments.

Instructor: Sean Harding
Days & Time: Tuesdays, 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Member Fee: $65 (Non-Member Fee: $75) per person

Is it time for you to get “Social Media” Savvy?
Your friends are always asking….Are you on Facebook? You might be missing out on the easiest way to get your messages out to your friends and family and see what is going on with them at the same time. The Mary C’s social media guru, Hans Placios will be your guide to getting set up on the latest social media tools. Come and enjoy this fun class where you get “plugged in” to your friends and family. Bring your smart phone, or IPad or Laptop. Come and get introduced to some of the most popular social media tools.

Instructor: Hans Palacios
Date: June 15
Day & Time: Saturday, 9:00am – 12noon
Member Fee: $10 (Non-Member Fee: $15) per person per session