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Introduction to Jewelry MakingTuesdays: March 1, 8, 15 and 29 12:30 – 2:30 pm

Each week we will explore another process including beading on wire, earring making and other basic beaded jewelry techniques. No experience necessary. Instructor: Carole Pugliese

Knitting Level 1Thursdays: March 3, 10, 17 and 31 12:30 – 2:30 pm

Learn to knit. Using circular needles, you’ll make a make a merino-wool cowl. Perfect for beginning knitters.Instructor: Martha Thomases

Painting with AcrylicsMondays, March 7, 14, 28 and April 4 12:30 – 2:30 pm

Learn to create depth and dimension with acrylic paints, using blending, shading, and perspective. Subject matter will include architectural abstract and still life. Open to all levels. Instructor: Laury Hopkins

Paper Collage/Mixed MediaTuesdays: April 5, 12, 19, 26 12:30 – 2:30 pm

Create art projects composed of colorful papers, magazines, photos, paints, pastels. You may also use small, personal objects brought from home. Open to all levels. Instructor: Ronnie Grill

Knitting Level 2Thursdays: April 7, 14, 28 and May 5 12:30 – 2:30 pm

Learn how to knit a scarf using different stitch patterns. Prerequisite: Knitting Level 1 Instructor: Martha Thomases

A series of imaginative art workshops designed for MSK outpatients and caregivers

Spring 2016 Class Schedule

Introduction to Drawing: Focus on LandscapesMondays: April 11, 18, 25 and May 2 12:30 – 2:30 pm

This class teaches the basic principles of drawing in pencil. If you have always wanted to draw or need to renew your skills, this class is for you. Instructor: Mary Ellen McEvily

The Paper QuiltTuesdays: May 3, 10, 17 and 24 12:30 – 2:30 pm

Using a variety of papers, make Hawaiian Appliqué and Tree of Life quilt designs, incorporating traditional border patterns. Scissors, Paper, Quilt! Open to all levels. Instructor: Laury Hopkins

Textures and Techniques in WatercolorMondays, May 9, 16, 23 and June 6 12:30 – 2:30 pm

Learn techniques of building and removing paint to create texture in an abstract format, then apply these to various subject matter. Markers and colored pencils will also be used. Open to all levels. Instructor: Laury Hopkins

In the Loop! A Weekly Drop-In Needlework CircleOngoing, every Wednesday 12:30 – 2:30 pm

Fun and laughter are guaranteed in this drop-in needlework circle. Bring your own current knitting, crocheting or other needlework project to work on in the pleasant company of others. Registration for In the Loop! is not required; you can come and go as your schedule permits.

All classes are held at the Rockefeller Outpatient Pavilion, 160 East 53rd Street, 11th FloorPlease register in advance for these free workshops (preregistration is not required for In The Loop!).

Contact Laurie Burns, Art Expressions Facilitator, at BurnsL1@mskcc.org or 212-639-8980.

All classes and materials are free of charge.

Priority is given to first-time participants.

Sponsored by the Department of Volunteer Resources. All classes are taught by Memorial Sloan Kettering volunteers.