Fridays | April 10,17, 24 , 2026

3 classes | 5 - 8 pm

Instructor: Pia Douglas

Age: 11 to Adult  

 $108 members | $120 non-Members

Silk painting refers to the practice of applying paints or dyes to silk textiles. 

Silk is a fine fiber made from the filaments of silkworm cocoons. When boiled and gently unwound, these pupal casings produce silk strands that can be combined into threads, which, in turn, can be used to make textiles.

Painting on silk is soothing and extraordinarily pleasing to watch. It is simply exquisite! 

With a  classic  “Serti” method which encapsulates the dye within a certain area of the design, so the color stays in place, participant will utilize all techniques of painting with salt and alcohol, Silk painting is pretty similar to watercolor technique but with brilliant dyes.

You will have the opportunity to either wear your art as a scarf or use it as a table runner . This will be shown and discussed at the beginning of the class so that you can make the best choice for yourself.

With the help of patterns you will compose your designs onto your silk as you want it to be. there are no difficulties in silk painting just a method to apply and you will succeed. Play with colors and enjoys those beautiful butterflies!

We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  Please feel free to contact us at 419.756.1700 or pia@mansfieldartcenter.org 

Thank you for your support of Mansfield Art Center.

Instructor: Neal Richmond

Date: April 10th and 11th

Time: 1pm to 7pm

Ages: 10+ (under 16 with parental approval and supervision)

Book your session for weekend Glass Blowing at The MAC! Work with professional glassmaker Neal Richmond to craft a Bunny out of molten glass.

In this session: 

• Create your own glass bunny using your choice of two colors
• Experience working with a unique material
• Receive direction from glass maker Neal Richmond
• Retrieve your bird after 48 hours to allow for annealing

Classes run from 1pm to 7pm. Each piece takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. Please wear appropriate clothing (closed toed shoes, natural fibers if possible, and no excessively loose clothing) 

We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  

Please feel free to contact us at 419.756.1700 or

neal@mansfieldartcenter.org

Thank you for your support of Mansfield Art Center.

Beginner Stained Glass Creations 

 April 11 and 12

1 to 4 pm

$61.20 members | $68 non- members

Ages: 16+ to adults

In some cultures, there is a belief that seeing a Luna moth is considered a message to you from the universe.

A message to remind you that you need to let go of your past and embrace your present.

It is also considered as a message to get rid of your past identities and embrace the unknown.

A Luna Moth Is said To Bring Luck.

So instead of waiting for one to land on your patio, why don't you make your own Luna moth 11 x 7 inches and this one will be eternal! 

 Enjoy the art of Stained Glass; cutting, grinding, copper foiling, and soldering are all part of the process. You will without a doubt realize a very special piece of stained glass with YOU as the artist.

This is a long class so be prepared to have something to drink and a snack with you (if you wish). For safety reasons, please make sure that you have closed shoes and your long hair tied-back.

We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  Please feel free to contact us at 419.756.1700 or pia@mansfieldartcenter.org 

Thank you for your support of Mansfield Art Center.

Instructor: Megan Steinman

Dates; Multiple Sessions Available

Tuesdays and Thursday are now open to 6 to 13 year olds

(Previously these days were age specific!)

Time: 4:30-6:30

These classes are offered as a way to have fun and adventure into art after school has let out for the day! At each session there will be multiple examples avalible for the students to choose from, though there will be some kind of theme each week that the examples will relate to.  This can be as simple as "pinch pots" where the items shown are all pinch pots, or it could be like a "dish" which could be from a slab, made using pinch pot methods or other methods! 

The goal of these classes is to introduce different techniques for Hand-building in ceramics or to better skills a student may already have. In addition to this to have fun with the medium of clay, using new and different tools to explore all it has to offer.

For questions or concerns please contact the Mansfield Art Center by calling 419-756-1700 or sending an email to Megan@mansfieldartcenter.org 

To stay up to date with our class offerings, please request to join our Facebook groups:

• Education – Mansfield Art Peeps (covering all mediums except glass)

• Mansfield Stained Glass & Fusion Peeps (dedicated to stained glass and glass fusion classes)

 Joining these groups will ensure that new class postings appear directly in your feed

 Glass Fusion "Rainbow Bird Bath"

Instructor: Pia Douglas

04-15-2026

5 to 8pm

$108 members | $120 non- members

Ages: 16 to Adults

This rare and beautiful 12 inch wide Rainbow bird Bath is made in a really particular manner. Yes, we use glass but no, we do not cut it in the conventional way. 

For once we break the glass where ever it wants to be broken and we play with shape and colors, directly on the kiln shelf! no, we do not use copper foil or lead because we will fuse our piece. In fact we will fuse it twice to obtain this gorgeous creation. Not mentioning that we will add a touch of iridescence at the bottom of our clear glass to give our little friends an extra attraction in the world of birds!

And .....if you do not want to use as a bird bath... simply put it delicately on your table, just be careful, the cat might want to use as his favorite sleeping quarters.

Only 4 people per class

We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. 

Thank you for your support of Mansfield Art Center.

Please feel free to contact us at 419.756.1700 or Pia@mansfieldartcenter.org

Stained Glass " Unusual Monstera Leaf"

3 day class

April 16,18,19

5 to 8 pm 

Instructor: Pia Douglas

$ 82 members | $ 92 non- members

Ages: 16 + to adults

Yes! the monstera is back...

Achieve this very modern and interesting look of a Monstera Leaf with a  with green and white glass. 

Made in the traditional copper foil and soldering method it is an easy project for those who have already taken a beginner class or know how to cut glass.

If you are a beginner, it is a nice project to learn the How to ! This art piece will certainly attract the look of you visitors.

You will have the choise to hang your leaf in the window window, or attach it on a copper stem  to set it in a vase.

Stained glass classes are long classes so make sure you to take a snack and a drink with you.Closed toe shoes and securely attached hair is a must. 

Remember to bring a dish cloth to dry your pieces.  

We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  

 Please feel free to contact us at 419.756.1700 or

Pia@mansfieldartcenter.org  Concerning this class only

 Thank you for your support of Mansfield Art Center.

Instructor: Neal Richmond

Date: April 17th and 18th

Time: 1pm to 7pm

Ages: 10+ (under 16 with parental approval and supervision)

Book your session for weekend Glass Blowing at The MAC! Work with professional glassmaker Neal Richmond to craft a Bunny out of molten glass.

In this session: 

• Create your own glass bunny using your choice of two colors
• Experience working with a unique material
• Receive direction from glass maker Neal Richmond
• Retrieve your bird after 48 hours to allow for annealing

Classes run from 1pm to 7pm. Each piece takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. Please wear appropriate clothing (closed toed shoes, natural fibers if possible, and no excessively loose clothing) 

We have a 24 hour cancellation policy.  

Please feel free to contact us at 419.756.1700 or

neal@mansfieldartcenter.org

Thank you for your support of Mansfield Art Center.

Instructor: Megan

Date: April 18th 2026

Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm

Ages: 6+ (Students over 18 are able to attend as well as this is intended as a Family class!)

There are so many ways to decorate a desk... but everyone always needs a friend to keep them company whether for homework, studying, or fun.  Let your imagination run wild and create your very on animal-based deskmate. Any project created during the class will be done on a pinch pot base (an upside down cup made of clay!) though when done with their project they will then get to paint the creatures that were made using a special paint know as glaze. The pieces will later be clear-coated to give the pieces a unique ceramic shine.

This project will be ready for pickup approximately 2 weeks from the date of the class.

The Mansfield Art Center has a 24-hour Cancelation policy, if for any reason you are unable to attend this class after you have registered OR you have questions about this class, please reach out ASAP to megan@mansfieldartcenter.org or Call the MAC at 419-756-1700