ADULT CLASSES
​& WORKSHOPS

we are here to help you become a better artist!

The CAA schedules classes and workshops in a variety of subjects, media and skill levels throughout the year.  Classes are held in our Classroom space on the third floor of the Village Hall, although some classes are held on location - such as Mary Nolan's Plein Air Painting Courses.  Space is limited, so if you are interested in a class, don't wait to sign up!  Have a suggestion for a class?  Let's hear it!  We are very open to suggestions and the potential to expand our class offerings. 

Remember, we offer a small discount to CAA Members on all class fees!

All Classes & Workshops are on hold until further notice!

Unfortunately, the CAA is not able to schedule any classes or workshops at this time, due to space limitations and COVID restrictions.  Feel free to browse our list of recent classes below to get an idea of what we can offer once we are able to resume classes!

Recent Classes

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Green Woodworking with Emilie Rigby
3 Hour Workshop  |  Saturday, April 19, 2020  1-4pm
$65 Members  |  $75 Non-Members
Please Call the CAA at (607) 547-9777 to pre-register for this workshop!

Green Woodworking (noun):   the process of carving and shaping wood before it has cured. Greenwood is easy to carve and offers a wide range of possibilities that cured wood does not.
What to Expect  This 3-hour Sunday afternoon class will be held at the Cooperstown Art Association.  We will go through the entire process of spoon carving, from log to finished spoon while learning how to safely use a saw, hook knife and straight knife.  The class blends demo time and work time in order to maximize learning.  We take regular breaks for snacks and show-and-tell. You’ll leave the class with a head full of knowledge and a unique wooden spoon.  All materials and tools are included, with the option to purchase tools to take home at the end of class or with registration.  Puns included at no additional charge.

What to Bring
--    A notebook and writing utensil
--    Water bottle and snacks
--    Work gloves (optional)
--    Whatever tools you have that you want to talk about (optional)

About the Instructor:  Emilie Rigby has been carving green wood and making spoons for 8 years.  She has traveled across the country, teaching wood-working and outdoor skills.  She landed in Portland, OR in 2017 where she ran a teaching wood shop for a prominent outdoor skills company.  With 6 years of teaching experience, she has taught people aged 8 to 80 how to carve spoons.  She has recently returned to her hometown of Cooperstown, NY.  Her classes are full of useful tips and tricks, metaphors for life, and terrible (amazing) puns.
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Intro To Drawing with Doug Jamieson
4-Week Class  |  Thursdays  |   6-8pm
May 14 - June 4, 2020
$95 Members  |  $105 Non-Members
Please Call the CAA at (607) 547-9777 to pre-register for this class!

One of the most fundamental parts of any good work of art is a strong and accurate drawing.  You could be the best painter in the world, but if you lack a sturdy foundation in drawing and composition, those issues will inevitably undermine your painting efforts…  But don’t worry!  Doug Jamieson will be offering a 4-week Intro to Drawing class this fall at the CAA!  This class is perfect for the beginner wondering how to start off on the right foot and also for the seasoned artist looking to brush up on their skills.  Doug will be introducing a broad spectrum of fundamental processes and techniques, preparing you for whatever subject you may encounter!  Doug has a wealth of knowledge on all of these subjects will be providing plenty of demonstrations, examples, and personalized instruction for you to get the most out of this 4-week class.  For more information on Doug Jamieson and his work, you can visit his website at http://www.dougjamiesonartist.com/

Materials List:  Vine Charcoal, 2B, HB Pencil, Pencil Sharpener, Kneaded Eraser, Sketch Paper, 11x14” or bigger, Straight Edge
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Intro To Watercolor with Doug Jamieson
4-Week Class  |  Thursdays  |   2-4pm
May 14 - June 4, 2020
$95 Members  |  $105 Non-Members
Please Call the CAA at (607) 547-9777 to pre-register for this class!

Watercolor can be a tricky media to explore on your own.  Doug is here to help with that!  Traditional watercolor techniques such as wet in wet, masking, the use of transparency and color mixing will be explored.  Subject matter will include portrait, landscape and still life. Photos will be employed along with demonstrations.  Below is the suggested materials list for this class.  Ideally, you'll have it all, but one small & large brush, whatever selection of watercolors you have and some good paper will do!

Material List:  Watercolor pan kits or tubes (with a palette), Masking Fluid (aka liquid frisket), 100% cotton paper, #2 & #10 Round Brush, #10 Flat Brush.  Paint Colors:  Lemon yellow, Cadmium yellow, Cadmium red light, Alizarin Crimson, Prussian Blue (pthalo blue), Ultramarine blue, Burnt Sienna, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Umber.

Questions?  Call us!  (607) 547-9777

Past Classes

The Cooperstown Art Association is located at 22 Main Street in Cooperstown, NY, in the Village Hall on the corner of Main and Fair Streets.  Please contact the Cooperstown Art Association at 607-547-9777 to register today!  Gallery Hours:  Daily 11-4. Sunday 1-4. Closed Tuesdays Labor Day through Memorial Day.