Upcoming Events

Saturday, October 28, 2023

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Come learn how to use pine needles to create a small basket. We will be using a technique known as coiling. Coiling involves sewing bundles of pine needles together in an ever increasing spiral. We will also learn how to use the sheath ends of the needles to create a lovey surface design.

Sign up today online or call us at 641-322-4549.

Saturday, October 7, 2023

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Learn to paint with watercolor from this wonderful, local southwest Iowa artist Emily McQueen. She will instruct your how to simplify your watercolor landscapes with a stunning color palette and dramatic value contrast. Students will learn color mixing and brush stroke techniques to help them achieve dreamy atmospheric paintings. You will be taking home your masterpiece at the end of this class. This watercolor class is for all skill levels from beginners to advanced. Emily McQueen graduated from Brigham Young University-Idaho with a bachelor’s degree in University Studies, emphasis in Elementary Education and Art. In 2021, she became the owner of the Fine Arts on Fifth Gallery and Studio in Malvern, Iowa, where she creates her own artwork, teaches classes, and shows the work of other local artists.
Sign up today by calling 641-322-4549  or sign up here! Prepayment of entire $50 fee required prior to October 7th. Minimum of 12 students for class.

CCFA is looking for “art passionate” individuals to offer their skills to teach classes at our local gallery in Corning, Iowa. We are exploring many options for future class offerings for youth and adults and are interested in hearing from you. Please download a form or apply online so that we can know more about you and how you would like to work with us.