Arts In Parma

*Prama ArtSpace Gallery, located at 5411 Pearl Rd. To start the new year, Prama is having a group show and sale of several talented artists. Opening night is Friday, January 12, 2024, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Meet and mingle with the artists, visit the restaurants and bars on Pearl and Ridge Rd. in Polish Village, for a unique and fun date night. 

*Figure Drawing at The Parma Art Center, 7335 Ridge Rd (inside City of Parma Parks &Recreation Center). Ongoing FREE figure drawing the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, 6:30 to 8:30 PM, starting January 22, 2024. No instructor, just a gathering of artists. We welcome beginning or experienced artists to draw or paint. Live models, fully clothed. Each session a different volunteer model from the community will pose in exchange for a drawing/painting from each artist present. This is a body-positive group, models are all shapes, sizes, and ages are welcome to pose. Great way for artists to hone your figure drawing skills, meet other artists, in a relaxing atmosphere. For more information, or if you want to volunteer to model, email Lynne Shayko at Lshayko@kent.edu. 

*Beginning Watercolor at The Parma Art Center, 7335 Ridge Rd (inside City of Parma Parks & Recreation Center). Instructor Jan McAndrew is a licensed art instructor. Starting Thursday, January 25, 2024, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This 4 week “Try Me” beginners class is limited to 12 students, in order to offer individualized attention. A $20 supply fee, payable first session, covers the cost of paper, paint and brushes for the entire 4 weeks of class. Dates are January 25, February 1, 8, & 15. Register now by email to kathrynmabin@att.net. Instructors fee is covered by a grant received from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, the cigarette tax monies. Thank you CAC. 

*Coming Soon!!! Beginning Acoustic Guitar at The Parma Art Center, 7335 Ridge Rd (inside City of Parma Parks & Recreation Center). Class for ages 10 to 17. One hour instruction on Saturdays from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, 6 week introductory class. Taught by a 30 year veteran of the local & national music scene. Limited to 6 students, to ensure student receives individualized attention. Cost $60, payable in advance for the 6 week session. Must have own acoustic guitar. Instructor can offer his advise if you need to purchase a guitar for this class. Contact by email for more information regarding start date, or with questions at kathrynmabin@att.net.