Discover Your Inner Artist
Always wanted to learn to paint, but didn’t know where to start? Have you been looking for a community of supportive people to help you grow as an artist? Join this group of beginning and skilled painters to discover or enhance your style. Work in whatever medium you choose—acrylic, oil, watercolor or pastels—and learn the skills you need to enhance your art. Gain confidence in your ability to translate your subject to canvas as you strengthen your observational skills, and build a reliable process for planning and developing your voice. In this class, Instructor Suzi McCardle is available to demonstrate a variety of techniques using different mediums and offer one-on-one feedback of your work upon request. Time for you to focus on your creative process will be emphasized in this workshop. Basic art supplies are all you need.
If you're unsure what medium you'd like to work in, just come to the first class! The instructor will help you decide. You’ll be able to use her materials to explore your interests, and she’ll help you build a personalized supply list based on what you enjoy.
Suzi McArdle
Suzi McArdle is a lifelong St. Louis Park resident and artist. From childhood, Suzi has been drawn to art. A wide range of artistic experiences and discovery helped develop her intense love of art and teaching. Students benefit from her knowledge of mediums, techniques and willing guidance. She attended the Minneapolis College of Art and Design and recently won a fellowship at the U of MN in Philanthropy Leadership working on a project in indigenous art. She is active in the arts community and continues her study of visual arts with other professional artists.
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Instructors:
- Suzi McArdle
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| Tue, Jun 23rd 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Jun 30th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Jul 7th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Jul 14th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Jul 21st 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Jul 28th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
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Instructors:
- Suzi McArdle
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| Tue, Aug 11th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Aug 18th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Aug 25th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Sep 1st 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Sep 8th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Sep 15th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
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Online registration is overInstructors:
- Suzi McArdle
| Date | Time | Location |
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| Tue, Sep 16th 2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Sep 23rd 2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Sep 30th 2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Oct 7th 2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Oct 14th 2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Oct 21st 2025 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
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Online registration is overInstructors:
- Suzi McArdle
| Date | Time | Location |
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| Tue, May 5th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, May 12th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, May 19th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, May 26th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Jun 2nd 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |
| Tue, Jun 9th 2026 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lenox Community Center |