Do I need prior experience?

No—this series is structured for beginners and intermediate students; instruction is tailored to each participant's skill level.

Where do classes meet?

Meet at 5501 Jefferson Ave in Midland; details and room information are provided after registration.

What is included in the $100 fee?

The fee covers five two-hour instructional sessions; students are responsible for their own materials unless otherwise noted in the materials list.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be 16 years or older to enroll in this series.

How many students per class?

Each series is limited to 12 participants to ensure personalized instruction.

Is preregistration required?

Yes, preregistration is required and materials lists are sent upon booking.

Spring Studio Series: Drawing & Painting with Cyd Keefe in Midland | Workshop | Paint and Sip

Drawing & Painting w Cyd Keefe - Spring 2026 Session arrives at 5501 Jefferson Ave in Midland, Michigan as a five-week, weekday-afternoon art series designed for anyone who wants to learn or sharpen studio skills. On Wednesdays, May 6, 13, 20, 27 and June 3, Cynthia Keefe, MFA and Creative 360 co-founder, leads two-hour sessions from 1:00-3:00 pm for a small cohort of up to 12 students. The $100 series gives students the option to focus on observational drawing fundamentals or on acrylic painting techniques, with a materials list provided upon registration and ages 16 and up welcome.

If you choose drawing, expect focused practice in perspective, proportion, composition and shading. For acrylic painters, instruction covers color mixing, building composition and using mediums to expand texture and drying times. The structure is flexible: choose one medium to pursue across the series or split time between both. Cyd's approach balances technical fundamentals with project-driven work, so beginners leave with core skills while experienced makers find specific challenges to push their practice.

What sets this session apart is the combination of small class size, individualized feedback and a community arts setting rooted in Midland. The meeting point is 5501 Jefferson Ave; instructors work closely with each student to tailor projects to their goals. With a cap at twelve participants, the pace is hands-on rather than lecture-driven, which speeds learning and makes room for experimentation.

This class is a practical choice for travelers who want a half-day creative detour. Midland's arts scene and nearby outdoor draws - like Dow Gardens and the Chippewa Nature Center - make it easy to pair an afternoon of making with a morning walk or a sunset visit to the riverfront. Visitors will appreciate the welcoming rhythm: arrive, set up, follow a focused two-hour plan and leave with finished studies and clear next steps.

Practical details: preregistration is required, materials lists are supplied upon booking, and the series fee is $100. Bring curiosity more than expensive supplies; expect to practice observation, learn materials functions and complete at least one small project. Whether you're restarting an art habit or testing acrylics for the first time, this session is an accessible, skill-forward way to make and learn in Midland.

Plan to arrive ten to fifteen minutes early to set up your workspace and settle into the flow; instructors begin promptly at 1:00 pm. Each session includes live demonstrations, one-on-one critique and time to develop a personal piece you can finish or continue after the series. Students often leave with several studies or a small panel suitable for framing. This series is compact, focused and built for measurable progress - perfect for visitors wanting a meaningful, teachable creative break during a Michigan spring and into summer.