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Art For All Abilities

Art for All Abilities classes are a safe space for individuals with disabilities to join in on the classes offered by WCPR art instructors. Participation in Art for All Abilities classes is free to participants, but pre-registration is required as spaces are limited.

On April 20, 2024, an Art for All Abilities Art Show will take place at the Williamson County Enrichment Center. Students are encouraged to submit their work from the Art for All Abilities classes.

The Art for All Abilities Program is made possible by contributions from the Tennessee Arts Commission.

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Acrylic Tree Collage
Saturday, December 9
11:00AM - 1:00PM
Nolensville Recreation Center
Ages: 16+
Instructor: Heather Bethurum

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Art for All Abilities classes are a safe space for individuals with disabilities to join in on the classes offered by WCPR art instructors.

Join instructor Heather Bethurum in creating an acrylic tree collage! Students will start by painting tree trunks and branches using acrylic paint on canvas. After the trees are painted, students will layer translucent tissue paper over the trees to create the appearance of leaves.

Students should expect to use acrylic paint, paintbrushes, scissors, and Mod Podge. Students who require additional assistance may bring an adult with them.

PALS Program (People at Leisure with Support): A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support.

For questions, please contact Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. If you register but can no longer attend, please notify Liz so we can open the space to another participant.



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Nature Scene Shadow Box
DATE CHANGE: Thursday, December 14
1:00 - 3:00PM
Franklin Recreation Center
Ages: 18+
Instructor: Elizabeth Sanford

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The new date for this class is Thursday, December 14

Art for All Abilities classes are a safe space for individuals with disabilities to join in on the classes offered by WCPR art instructors.

Learn how fun it is to make your own nature scene in a shadow box frame! Be inspired by nature’s beauty as you discover how to simplify your subject and turn it into separate layers. Paint the layers with watercolor, then cut them out, add details, and arrange them in a shadow box frame.

Students should expect to use watercolor paint, paintbrushes, scissors, and adhesive stickers. Colored pencils and markers will also be available for optional use. Students who require additional assistance may bring an adult with them.

PALS Program (People at Leisure with Support): A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support.

For questions, please contact Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. If you register but can no longer attend, please notify Liz so we can open the space to another participant.


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Thursday, January 4
3:00 - 5:00PM
Franklin Recreation Center
Ages: 16+
Instructor: Kris Salva

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Art for All Abilities classes are a safe space for individuals with disabilities to join in on the classes offered by WCPR art instructors.
 
Join instructor Kris Salva in creating a winter themed acrylic painting! The painting will be a silhouette of a forest in front of a snowy night sky.
 
Students should expect to use acrylic paint and paintbrushes. Students who require additional assistance may bring an adult with them.
 
PALS Program (People at Leisure with Support): A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support.
 
For questions, please contact Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. If you register but can no longer attend, please notify Liz so we can open the space to another participant.


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Saturday, January 20
11:00am - 1:00pm
Franklin Recreation Center
Ages: 6 - 12
Instructor: Matt Williams

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Art for All Abilities classes are a safe space for individuals with disabilities to join in on the classes offered by WCPR art instructors.

Join instructor Matt Williams in creating a monster scene collage! Use construction paper, pipe cleaners, googly eyes and more to create a collage background for your monster. Students have the option of drawing their own shapes and designs or using premade shapes provided by the instructor.
 
Students should expect to use glue sticks, safety scissors, markers, crayons, and tape. Students who require additional assistance may bring an adult with them.
 
PALS Program (People at Leisure with Support): A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support.

For questions, please contact Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. If you register but can no longer attend, please notify Liz so we can open the space to another participant.


January Art for All Abilities Website Images - Copy (7)Framing Your Own Digital Photos
Tuesday, January 30
10:00am - 12:00pm
Franklin Recreation Center
Ages: 12+
Instructor: Susan Athens

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Art for All Abilities classes are a safe space for individuals with disabilities to join in on the classes offered by WCPR art instructors.

Join instructor Susan Athens for a fun, three-part photography project! First, you will create a mask using paper, markers, and all sorts of fun craft supplies, Next, you will use a digital camera to take pictures while wearing the mask. Finally, the instructor will print the photo for you so you can frame it and spend the rest of the class decorating the frame.
 
Students should expect to use glue sticks, scissors, markers, crayons, stickers, and small digital cameras. Students who require additional assistance may bring an adult with them.
 
PALS Program (People at Leisure with Support): A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support.

For questions, please contact Liz.Friend@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. If you register but can no longer attend, please notify Liz so we can open the space to another participant.
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