McDees Art Center Art Classes

McDee's offers affordable fine arts classes for students of all abilities and ages taught by nationally recognized artists. Introductory classes provide beginning and novice students with the basic skills needed for continued growth and success in any art medium.

Registration Information

Classes are held at McDee's Art Center. Classes and workshops vary in length; please check the schedule below for details. Full payment by cash, check or credit card must accompany registrations. Make checks payable to McDee's Art Center, Inc. Mail registration and payment to or drop off at McDee's. Credit card registration can be made by phone. Stop by our store at 30 North Chelan Ave. in Wenatchee, phone us at (509) 662-7117 or fill out our registration form.

2008 Art Class Schedule
Click on the links below to find out more about each class.

A.W.A.R.E. for Seniors Tuesday from 1 - 2:30.
Cost is Free! At McDee’s Art Center Explore new art mediums without the
pressure of a formal class. Just show up and join in the fun.
WILDLIFE ACRYLIC SERIES – A JEFF TIFT WORKSHOP
Learn to paint wildlife in acrylics. This weekly class will allow you to paint
at your own pace and a subject of your choosing. Lots of one on one learning
and no pressure. Attend weekly or as often as your schedule allows. Thursdays from 9 am until 1 pm Weekly.
Tuesday Mornings - Water Base Media
This workshop is for those who would like to find a friendly place to paint, learn new techniques, and meet other enthusiasts. Tuesday Mornings 9am - Noon. Call or stop in to register!
Bob Ross with instructor Thelma Sevey
During this workshop beginners will gain an understanding of basic oil painting techniques using the Bob Ross method. Advanced students will be able to enhance their. Friday, May 30th & Saturday, May 31st. Call or stop in to register!
11th Annual Wizards of Art Week - "Drawing & Painting Techniques!"
with instructor Terry Valdez and Mike McClun
Join professional artists Terry Valdez and Mike McClun for Wizards of Art Week.
this very popular summer art program returns for its eleventh year of fun, hands-on experiences for young people in our art studio setting with a variety of drawing techniques and materials. Monday through Thursday, June 23 through 26, 2008. Call or stop in to register!
CWAC (Central Washington Associated Cartoonists presents
MANGA AT McDEE’S
This class taught by Mickie Files, a local artist and instructor, are designed for children ages 10 to 15. Teaching students how to create watercolor paintings and to enjoy the process. All supplies necessary for the classes are included in the cost of the class. July 8 through July 11, 2008. Call or stop in to register!
11th Annual Wizards of Art Week - "Sculpture & 3-D Modeling!"
with instructor Terry Valdez and Mike McClun
Join professional artists Terry Valdez and Mike McClun for Wizards of Art Week.
This very popular summer art program returns for its eleventh year of fun, hands-on experiences for young people in our art studio setting with a variety of drawing techniques and materials. Monday through Thursday, July 14 through 17, 2008. Call or stop in to register!
Experience Painting in Watercolor with instructor MICKIE FILES
This class taught by Mickie Files, a local artist and instructor, are designed for children ages 10 to 15. Teaching students how to create watercolor paintings and to enjoy the process. All supplies necessary for the classes are included in the cost of the class. July 21 through July 25, 2008. Call or stop in to register!
High School Summer Art Studio - "Advanced Visual Art experiences in
Drawing, Print Making, and Sculpture!" with instructor Terry Valdez
and Mike McClun
Join veteran high school art instructors Mike McClun and Terry Valdez in a fun, focused art studio setting to create and develop art works in drawing, printmaking, and sculpture. The student’s individual art process will be emphasized during four days of warm up and long term projects experimenting with assorted art media. Monday through Thursday, July 28 through July 31, 2008. Call or stop in to register!

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McDee's Art Center
30 North Chelan Ave. • Wenatchee, WA 98801-2220
Phone: 509.662.7117 • Fax: 509.663.8530 • email: info@mcdeesart.com