Spring Classes

DRAWING, Ages 8-14 (IN-PERSON)
Tuesdays, March 28 - May 9, 2023
Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: MICHI, WEPAC
Students will examine drawing as a developmental process, reflecting on the images
they create.
Fee: $25.00
Supplies: Provided by the Arts Center
Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10305


BRAIN GAMES Ages 55 - Up
Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Tuesdays, March 28-May 9, 2023
Instructor: MONA L. SCOTT
Student will work on improving and sharpening cognitive skills to ward off decreased memory using creativity.
Fee: $25.00
Supplies: Provided by the Arts Center
In-Person Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10315


TEEN DRAWING INTENSIVE, Ages 13-17 (IN-PERSON)
Tuesdays, March 28 - May 9, 2023
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: MICHI. WEPAC
Advance your skills. This teen drawing class focuses on technique, creativity,
and a variety of methods.
Fee: FREE
Supplies: Provided by the Arts Center
Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10314

PAINTING, Beginning Acrylic, ADULTS Age 55+
Wednesdays, March 29 - May10, 2023
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Michi, WEPAC
Students will learn the basic techniques and concepts of painting such as color theory,
composition, value, color mixing, brush work and blending. Individuals will advance at their own pace while learning about painting with acrylics.
Fee: FREE
Supplies: Provided by the Arts Center
Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10309

PIANO/MUSIC THEORY BEGINNING, Seniors 55+ & Adults (In Person)
Thursday, March 30 - May 11, 2023
Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Rodney Allen, WEPAC
Students will explore the piano in a group setting and learn basic theory.
Fee: FREE
Supplies: Keyboard provided for in class use.
Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10311


PIANO/MUSIC THEORY INTERMEDIATE, Seniors 55+ & Adults (In Person)
Thursday, March 30 - May 11, 2023
Time: 11 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Rodney Allen, WEPAC
Students will explore the piano in a group setting and learn basic theory.
Fee: FREE
Supplies: Keyboard provided for in class use.
Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10312


CREATIVE STRETCHING & RELAXATION FOR ADULTS 55+
Thursday, March 30 – May 11, 2023
Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Ragenia Wadada, WEPAC
Students will stretch and relax while listening to peaceful music. Guided breath and body awareness exercises to help boost your well-being.
Fee: FREE
Supplies: Floor mat. Chairs provided if needed.
Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10302


ATLANTA BALLET CENTER FOR DANCE EDUCATION
@ West End Performing Arts Center
Thursday, March 23 - May 11, 2023
Time: 3:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Mr. Kameron Davis, Atlanta Ballet
Creative movement dance classes for youth ages 5-10. Please select your student class according to age and click the link to register for the appropriate time according to your students age at the time of registration.
Fee: Free for Fulton County Residents $10 for Non-Residents

Age 5, 3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Class Link Age 5: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10295

Ages 6-7, 4:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Class Link Ages 6-7: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10296

Ages 8-10, 5:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Class Link Ages 8-10: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10297


ART MAKERS, Youth, Ages 6-12 (IN-PPERSON)
Thursday, March 30 - May 11, 2023
4:30pm - 5:30 pm Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Michi, WEPAC
Students will explore different materials and techniques to create art and express
their creativity.
Fee: $25.00
Supplies: Provided by the Arts Center Arts
Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10293

PIANO, Beginning, Youth, Ages 6-12 (In Person)
Saturday, April 8 - May 20, 2023
Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Steve Vincent, WEPAC
Students will explore the piano in a group setting and learn basic theory.
Fee: $25.00
Supplies: Keyboard provided for in class use. Students will need to purchase lesson book.
Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10229


WEST AFRICAN DANCE YOUTH, Ages 5-12 (In Person)
Saturday, April 8 - May 13, 2023 (6 weeks)
Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Manga African Dance Inc,/Ramatu Sabbatt, WEPAC
A fun energetic class featuring traditional West African dance movements to the sounds of live drum rhythms.
Fee: $25.00
Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10304


WEST AFRICAN DANCE ADULTS (In Person)
Saturday, April 8 - May 13, 2023 (6 weeks)
Time: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Manga African Dance Inc./Ramatu Sabbatt, WEPAC
A fun energetic class featuring traditional West African dance movements to the sounds of live drum rhythms.
Fee: $40.00
Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10303

Piano, Beginners, Ages 10 - Senior
Tuesdays, March 21 - May 9, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Wlanvi Zinsou, EDAMCC Instructor
Learn to play the piano using an easy learning system that will have you playing chords & simple songs and understanding the keyboard in a very short time.
Pre-requisite: Can be a novice with no prior lessons or completed a premier course.
Maximum class size 10
Class Supplies: For complete supply list click class link.
Zoom class link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkfuyoqz8qGNRZqUiGSXOb4-agWGjrJiUU

Mat Yoga, Ages 18-Adult
Tuesdays, March 21 - May 9, 2023
Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Brooke Brimm, EDAMCC Instructor
This class will provide 20 minutes of yogic stretching and breathing in the chair and standing. It is designed for participants with limited mobility. The last 10 minutes of the class will be dedicated to relaxation.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAvdOCpqTIvHtG9YGtc6yFkxodAotTf_VwR

Quilting Tips and Tricks, Ages 55+
Tuesdays, March 21 - May 9, 2023
Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Instructor: Darlyne Dandridge, EDAMCC Instructor
Join Darlyne Dandridge for hand quilting tips and more. Maximum class size 15 participants.
Supplies: sewing needles, thread, cloth scraps, and batting.
Maximum Class Size: 15
Zoom class link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIudOuvrTwoEtE4QyXFNgT-I85ym8Du4SYZ

Virtual Piano Lab for the Intermediate (New and Returning Students), Ages 10 - Senior
Tuesdays, March 21 - May 9, 2023
Time: 10 - 10:45 AM Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Wlanvi Zinsou, EDAMCC Instructor
PLEASE READ CLASS DESCRIPTION
This class is for the older intermediate student, not a beginner with high aptitude, knowledge, and proficiency playing the piano and would like to continue to practice increasing their proficiency. In this fast-paced class, students will learn to play major scales, theory, techniques, reading, and composing music that will introduce chord progressions and scales to their piano aptitude.

Pre-Pre-Requisite: Can be a new and returning student who has intermediate knowledge and playing skill, not beginner level, must have knowledge of some chord theory, sight-reading level 1 or above. Maximum class size 10.
Class Supplies: For complete supply list click
Zoom class link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkfuyoqz8qGNRZqUiGSXOb4-agWGjrJiUU

 
Advanced Piano (New and Returning Students), Ages 10 – Senior
Pre-requisite: open to all who are above level Two - 2 in pedagogy
Tuesdays, March 21 - May 9, 2023
Time: 11 - 11:45 AM Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Wlanvi Zinsou, EDAMCC Instructor
This class is for the older advanced student, not a beginner or intermediate, has high aptitude, knowledge, and proficiency skills and would like to continue to practice increasing their ability to play fluently. In this fast-paced class, students will learn to play major scales, extended chords, theory, technics, reading, and composing music that will advance their piano aptitude.
Pre-Requisite: Class open to all who are above level two in pedagogy, a new or returning student who has advance knowledge and playing skill, not beginner or intermediate level, must have knowledge of chord theory, circle of fifths, sight-reading level 2 or above.
Maximum class size 10.
Class Supplies: For complete supply list click class link.
Zoom Class Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpc-2orj4vG9XtkRgjStQvwVm1ycl6PuP3

Fabric Painting & Dyeing, Ages 55+ (IN-PERSON)
Tuesdays, March 21 - May 9, 2023
Time: 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Class Location: 3900 Aviation Circle, Atlanta, GA 30336
Instructor: Tisha Smith, EDAMCC Arts Education Coordinator
Learn basic dye techniques and other simple and unique ways to paint and dye fabrics. Maximum participants 10.
Class Supplies: For complete supply list click class link.
In person Class Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10249

Painting face and Figures in Watercolor: The Basics, Ages 21+ (HYBRID CLASS BOTH IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL)
Wednesdays, March 22 - May 10, 2023
Time: 10 - 11:30 AM Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Alva McNeal, EDAMCC Arts Education Coordinator
Class Description: This class is design to equip students with information to successfully experiment with painting faces and figures with watercolor.
Class Supplies: For complete supply list click Zoom class link.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtcO-tqTsjHtBt9XLUmId1j99CWQH9tBAx
In-Person Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10253

Recorder for Beginners, Ages 6 - 11
Wednesdays, March 22 - May 10, 2023
Time: 4 p.m. - 4:45 PM Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Wlanvi Zinsou, EDAMCC Instructor
Learn to play the Soprano Recorder, instrument kindred to the woodwind family like the flute, oboe, clarinet and other brass instruments, using an easy learning system that will have you playing chords & simple songs. Pre-requisite: Student ages 6-7 must know the alphabets, count to ten, and have a parental coach to attend each class with their child.
Maximum participant’s 8-Class
Supplies: Yamaha YRS 24 B Wooden Soprano Wooden Recorder, PDF handout provided by the instructor
Zoom class link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElcOmpqjgsHd0eS5uSh34NzCRb52h71Jae

Mixed Media Tips and Tricks, Age: 55+ (INPERSON)
Thursdays, March 23 - May 11, 2023
Time: 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Instructor: Tisha Smith, EDAMCC Arts Education Coordinator
Location: 3900 Aviation Circle, NW, Atlanta, GA 30336
Class Description: This class will teach a few of the common mixed media transfer techniques using items like packaging tape, acrylic paints, gel mediums, and various other exciting application for mixed media compositions.
Class Supplies: For complete supply list click class link.
In-Person Class link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10252

Open Studio, Age: 18- Adult (INPERSON)
Thursdays, March 23 - May 11, 2023
Time: 12:00 - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Location: 3900 Aviation Circle, NW, Atlanta, GA 30336
Class Description: This open studio time is an opportunity for class participants to come into the center to engage with one another in a self-guided studio experience as they work on projects assigned from class. Studio participant is responsible for their own material and/or supplies. Space is limited. Must pre-register to reserve day and time slot.
In-Person Class link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10264

Chair Yoga, Ages 55+
Fridays, March 24 - May 12, 2023
Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Brooke Brimm, EDAMCC Instructor
This class will provide 20 minutes of yogic stretching and breathing in the chair and standing. It is designed for participants with limited mobility. The last 10 minutes of the class will be dedicated to relaxation.
Zoom class link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0sduCvqz0uE9PuOh9t9Yqjxs8WTLuoLEHA

Ballet Barre for seniors, Ages 55+
Fridays, March 24 - May 12, 2023
Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Dr. Theresa Howard, EDAMCC Instructor
Ballet exercise to help enhance body alignment, posture, strength building, balance, focus and concentration.
Zoom class link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwod-GurTIiHtzm0r2XOn5UlCkLDALVY-K6

Modern Dance Stretch Fitness: s, Ages 55+
Fridays, March 24 - May 12, 2023
Time: 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Dr. Theresa Howard, EDAMCC Instructor
Exercise flow will be conducted on the floor (mat recommended), chair, and standing. Purpose: enhanced body conditioning, body flexibility, muscle strengthening and toning.
Zoom class link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYuc-CurjIvE9FcAIq3zPf23jW_-DwCXbdO

Latin Dance Exploration, Ages 13 – 17 (IN-PERSON)
Saturdays, March 25 - May 13, 2023
Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Taron Harris, EDAMCC Instructor
Class Location: 3900 Aviation Circle, Atlanta, GA 30336, 404-612-8600
Students will learn the basic dance patterns in latin social dance. Latin dance styles include salsa, bachata, merengue, cha cha, rumba, and more. Also, there will be a fusion of afrobeat and dancehall.
Registration Fee: $0
In-Person Class link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10290

What's the Code with Graphic Design, Ages 8-16 (maximum 10 students) (IN-PERSON)
Saturdays, March 25 - May 13, 2023
Time: 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Brittany Crawford, EDAMCC Instructor
Class Location: 3900 Aviation Circle, Atlanta, GA 30336, 404-612-8600
Creatively explores design through basic coding and/or graphic design. Coding animated logos or even designing your own personal logos and graphics. Coding creates an entire experience; whether you're building a code from Scratch or using Canva to create and design; still using S.T.E.A.M. plus creativity you are about to have a fantastic time in Our Space.
Class Supplies: For complete supply list click Zoom class link.
Excellent WiFi, Desktop/Laptop/MacBook/Tablet(iPAD), Notebook for your notes, Jump Drive or Hard Drive for Memory, Login information for SCRATCH 2.0, Canva login/subscription for students who are taking the graphic design portion of the class the subscription is worth the $13/month for the Student, Working Email
Registration Fee: $0
In-Person Class link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10263

Creative Movement, Ages 8 - 13 (IN-PERSON)
Saturdays, March 25 - May 13, 2023
Time: 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Eastern Time (Us and Canada)
Instructor: Taron Harris, EDAMCC Instructor
Class Location: 3900 Aviation Circle, Atlanta, GA 30336, 404-612-8600
Students will learn basic technique and guided improvisation to create new movement and choreography. Registration Fee: $0
In-Person Class link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/fultonartsclasses/Activity_Search/10290