PROGRAMS

Creative Kids Art Class

Every Saturday, unless noted otherwise
11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

After a brief tour of the exhibition, children and their adults will create art related to the current exhibits. $1 per person. Ages 5 and up. Please call to register by the Wednesday before the session you would like to attend. See our calendar page for specific dates and class topics.

Student Series

February 2 - April 26
4:15 - 6 p.m.

Our high school program returns to inform, prepare, and entertain teens interested in the arts.

Each week, students will be guided in a variety of artistic and museum practices, receive portfolio and college preparation, and participate in art discussions and lectures on career opportunities within the arts. Participants will also have a chance to work on personal projects.

The Student Series is open to any high school student in grades 9 – 12. Cost is $20 per semester; scholarship opportunities are available. Registration is required and limited to 20 students each semester.

Please contact Jessica.Mannisi@swic.edu for more information and to receive an application packet.

Open Figure Drawing

Saturday, February 4, noon - 4 p.m.

Always wondered if you could draw? Here's your chance to try it in a relaxed atmosphere. Drop-in and draw from a costumed figure model. No experience necessary. A facilitator will answer your questions, but this isn't a class. Paper and pencils provided, but feel free to bring your own. Fee is $10/adult, $2/child.

Artist Talk with Brigham Dimick

Thursday, February 9, 7 p.m.

Exhibiting painter Brigham Dimick talks about his work.

'Art'

Friday, February 17, 7 p.m.
Saturday, February 18, 7 p.m.
Sunday, February 19, 2 p.m.

Yasmina Reza’s  three-person play about a conversation between an art collector who has spent a lot of money on a white painting and his two friends who argue hilariously about whether he made a wise choice or wasted his money. Translated from French by Christopher Hampton. Directed by SWIC's Theatre Manager Jeff Blue

In celebration of the Schmidt's 10-year anniversary, the play 'Art' will be performed in the Marsh Gallery for three nights.

All programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Please call 618-222-5278 for more information or to make a reservation.