Encore! Mt Morris

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Encore! Mt. Morris
And
Highland Community College’s
Lifelong Learning
Offer Art Classes in
The Mt. Morris
Senior and Community Center
9 East Front Street,
Mt. Morris, IL


Learning to create original art for your own use and enjoyment or to give as gifts to those you care about is a joy! And think of the new friends you will meet while learning new skills!


Encore! Mt. Morris is hosting
two art classes in September, 2026, including:

• Explore Pastels
 • Pour Painting

All supplies are included in the course fees. Classes are held in the Mt. Morris Senior and Community Center, Mt. Morris. See complete information below.

Click on the class title or photo to be linked to HCC for registration.
Please email Molly Baker if you have any questions.
mollyb@encoremtmorris.com

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Registration Is Open
Click on the class title or photo below to be linked to HCC for registration.

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Explore Pastels
Location: Mt. Morris Senior and Community Center, 9 E. Front Street, Mt. Morris, IL
Dates: Sat, Sep 12, 2026
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM CDT
Fee: $39 (all supplies included)
Instructor: Olivia Kincaide
Description: Discover the expressive possibilities of oil and chalk pastels in this exploratory studio class. Students will experiment with color theory, blending, layering, texture, and mark-making techniques while developing confidence with both mediums. Through guided/creative exercises participants will learn how to create vibrant artworks, explore personal style, and expand their artistic skills in a relaxed and supportive environment. No prior experience necessary. Supplies will be provided for use during class.

Participants are encouraged to bring a few reference photos.
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Pour Painting
Location: Mt. Morris Senior and
Community Center, 9 E. Front Street,
Mt. Morris, IL
Darte: Sat, Sep 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM CDT
Fee: $45 (all supplies included)
Instructor: Karen Hillyard
Description: Pour painting, also known as fluid art or acrylic pouring, is an abstract technique where fluid acrylic paints are mixed with thinning mediums and poured, tipped, or blown across a canvas. No art experience required. Each person will get a 11x14 canvas and four tiles to make 4.5” coasters. All supplies will be provided by the instructor.
Bring a container to take home the painting and coasters since they will be wet. Paint takes 3 days to dry. If you bring a cardboard box, line it with foil so paint won’t leak through the box.

Click on the class photos below linked to Highland for more information and to register through Highland for any or all classes.

Click on the class title or photo above to be linked to HCC for registration.
Please email Molly Baker if you have any questions.
mollyb@encoremtmorris.com