Classes & Workshops
Learn Something New!
Due to Summer Art Camp, most art classes will resume in the fall.
See the CALENDAR VIEW of classes
Refund Policy: Registering for a class is a commitment. There are no prorations for classes missed in a series. Class Fees are NON-REFUNDABLE. ONLY Gift Certificates will be issued in lieu of refunds for approved cancellations.
ASL for all - FREE!
Italian for Beginners
Speak Italian 101-NOV 2026
November 21, 2pm-4pm. Monthly 2-hour Class each third Saturday to practice speaking Italian, learn how to see Italy like a local, find your ancestry, regions of Italy Study and more. Each month we follow a featured subject with handouts, language immersion, Q and A with experts and travel tips. Open to all ages, and language levels. Listen, learn, enjoy! Instructor: Patti Chavis
$50 MDCA members $80 MDCA non-members
Speak Italian 101- DEC 2026
December 19, 2pm-4pm. Monthly 2-hour Class each third Saturday to practice speaking Italian, learn how to see Italy like a local, find your ancestry, regions of Italy Study and more. Each month we follow a featured subject with handouts, language immersion, Q and A with experts and travel tips. Open to all ages, and language levels. Listen, learn, enjoy! Instructor: Patti Chavis
$50 MDCA members $80 MDCA non-members
Kids
Art Camp for kids
MDCA offers a 1 week SPRING Camp, a 9 week SUMMER Camp series, and two, 2 day WINTER Camp sessions. Classes are age integrated 6-12 years old and the instructor tailors the projects to adapt to each student’s level of art experience.
After School Art for teens
After School Art Club for Teens
Every Wednesday, MDCA instructors lead teens in a creative hour of artistic fun. Try sketching, chalk drawing, painting and more!
Wednesdays| 1:30–3:00 PM
All supplies are provided. Art Club is free this month due to the generosity of donors.
All supplies are provided. Art Club is free this month due to the generosity of donors.
Not a Mount Dora Center for the Arts member yet? Save on classes, support Art Outreach in our community, & be in the know for all upcoming events! Click here for info: https://mountdoraart.com/membership/
Drawing
Beyong Stick Figures
New Dates TBD Explore different lessons in sketching, shading, and drawing! The class themes change weekly, so pick whatever interests you. No experience necessary.
MDCA: $60 Non-MDCA: $90 Instructor Nicora Gangi
Choose your class dates and interest
Mixed Media
Painting
Vibrant Light with Color: Oil Painting!
New dates TBD. Join a guided oil painting lesson with award-winning Instructor Nicora Gangi. Bring whatever supplies you prefer and work one-on-one with her to bring an original oil painting to life! The theme of this class series is Still Life: vegetables, fruit, and objects.
$60 MDCA members $90 MDCA non-members
Choose your class dates
Vibrant Light with Color: Watercolor!
New dates TBD. Join a guided watercolor lesson with award-winning Instructor Nicora Gangi. Bring whatever supplies you prefer and work one-on-one with her to bring an original oil painting to life! The theme of this class series is Still Life: vegetables, fruit, and objects.
$60 MDCA members $90 MDCA non-members
Choose your class dates
Basic Watercolor
Thursdays. Oct 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 19 from 1pm to 3:30pm
This basic watercolor painting class is open to all skill levels. Learn foundational techniques while exploring color, brushwork, and composition at your own pace, with guidance tailored to beginners and more experienced painters alike.
Instructor Susan Grogan
$180 MDCA members $210 MDCA non-members
Exploring Watercolor
Mondays Oct 12, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16 from 1:30-4PM
Explore watercolor for Intermediate to advanced painters: Level up your skills in our fun, dynamic 6-week watercolor class! Explore advanced techniques, experiment with new styles and unleash your creativity. Let your inspiration flow-join us!
Instructor Susan Grogan
$150 MDCA members $180 MDCA non-members
Not a Mount Dora Center for the Arts member yet? Save on classes, support Art Outreach in our community, & be in the know for all upcoming events! Click here for info: https://mountdoraart.com/membership/
Printmaking
Dance
Adult Dance Classes
From Ballet to Heels to Tap...you're never too old to learn new or improve your dance skills. These classes are for both men and women and all skill levels are invited to attend. Classes are held on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Location: Mount Dora Center for the Arts. 138 E. 5th Ave Mt. Dora.
Guitar
Beginner Guitar
MDCA is excited to announce our Beginner Guitar course to expand your musical artistic abilities!
Contact Instructor Alfie Carroll directly at alfie.carroll@hotmail.com
or 407 576 0815 for more information and to register for this 5 week, 1 hour per session course on Tuesday evenings. $150 per student.
Time: 6-7pm.
Clay
Open Studio
Open Studio
Looking for a place to let your creativity run wild?
Whether you're painting, crafting, sketching, or simply escaping into your next creative project, our Open Studio is the perfect place to make it happen. Bring your ideas, your supplies, and your imagination.
No classes, no rules, no pressure—just time and space to create.
Shared Open Studio Rates $20 per day (Mon - Fri 9AM–4PM) $50 per week (Mon - Fri 9AM–4PM) $150 per month (Mon - Fri 9AM–4PM) OR $250 per month for a Private studio room with 24-hour access
Come create something amazing!
Artist Studio Space
Contact us for information about private and semi private rooms to develop your artistic creativity and store your art supplies.
$250-$500 per month
Not a Mount Dora Center for the Arts member yet? Save on classes, support Art Outreach in our community, & be in the know for all upcoming events! Click here for info: https://mountdoraart.com/membership/
Refund Policy: Registering for a class is a commitment. There are no prorations for classes missed in a series. Class Fees are NON-REFUNDABLE. Only Gift Certificates will be issued in lieu of approved cases.
