About the Classes

Spring 2024 Course Catalog

The McMahon Auditorium Authority, in collaboration with the City of Lawton Arts and Humanities Division, is proud to announce the upcoming Carnegie Library Arts Classes starting the third and fourth week of January 2025. This series of art courses will offer the community an exceptional opportunity to learn from renowned local artists such as Kathy Liontas-Warren and Mathew Hughes.

Classes will be held once a week for an hour and a half over a six-week period. Topics include Graphite, Watercolor, Charcoal, and other specialized art techniques. While most courses are geared toward adults and high school students, middle-school students may also be considered for select classes.

Enrollment opens Friday, November 15, and will close the day before the first day of class in January. Space is limited to 12 students per course, so early registration is encouraged. The fee for each six-week course is $50.00, and participants are welcome to enroll in multiple courses. All courses are designed for skill building and will start with introductory-level material to ensure accessibility for all skill levels.

Carnegie Library Arts Classes Spring Schedule

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Graphite: January 21-February 25, Tuesday Evenings, 6:00PM-7:30PM; Instructor: Matthew D. Hughes

Charcoal: January 14-January 28, Tuesday Evenings, 6:00PM-9:00PM; Instructor: Katherine Liontas-Warren

Creative Writing: January 27-March 3, Monday Evenings, 6:00PM-7:30PM; Instructor: Leah Chaffins, and The Cameron Writer’s Studio

Watercolor: March 4-April 15th, Tuesday Evenings, 6:00PM-7:00PM; Instructor: Matthew D. Hughes

Photography I: January 16-Feburary 20, Thursday Evenings, 6:00PM-7:30PM; Instructor: Krystal Britz

Mixed Media: March 10-April 22, Monday Evenings, 6:00PM-7:30PM; Instructor: Scott Smith

Free Spring Community Art Workshop Sessions

(Space Limited, Reserve Your Spot Today by Clicking on Registration Button)

Photography-Getting to Know Your Digital Camera: January 11, Saturday, 9:00-11:00; Wichita Wild light Photographic Society

Charcoal: January 15, Wednesday, 6:00PM-7:30PM; Instructor: Katherine Liontas-Warren

Photography: January 29, Wednesday, 6:00PM-7:00PM; Instructor: Krystal Britz

Graphite: February 12, Wednesday, 6:00PM-7:30PM; Instructor: Matthew D. Hughes

Writing: February 26, Wednesday, 6:00PM-7:30PM; Instructor: Leah Chaffins

Watercolor: March 12, Wednesday, 6:00PM-7:30PM; Instructor: Matthew D. Hughes

Mixed Media: March 26, Wednesday, 6:00PM-7:30PM; Instructor: Scott Smith

FAQs

  • Payments can be made:

    • Online through the client portal

    • Over the phone using a card by calling 580-581-3470.

    • In-person using a card or check at the McMahon Memorial Auditorium, Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00PM. Visit the office located at 801 NW Ferris, west-side entrance (facing Lawton High School). The office is labeled Parks and Recreation, Arts and Humanities Division.

  • All class payments are due by 5:00PM the day before the first day of the scheduled class. Failure to pay by this deadline may result in losing your spot to someone on the waiting list.

    If you’re on the waiting list, you will be contacted if a spot becomes available. Payment will be required immediately to secure your place. (An email reminder will be sent to those who have signed up but have not yet paid.)

  • Applying for the scholarships does not guarantee enrollment.

    Scholarships are only available if spots remain open in courses after the enrollment period ends. If a course still has openings, scholarship recipients will be notified and must accept the scholarship by the first class.

    Scholarships will be awarded to individuals who have expressed interest in receiving one to fill any remaining spots in courses. Recipients are required to write a thank-you letter to the McMahon Auditorium Authority Board.

    Please note: If you wish to secure your spot in a course, you must enroll and make your payment by the first class.

  • The Carnegie Library in Downtown Lawton

    Corner of 5th Street and B Avenue

    425 SW B Ave, Lawton, OK, 73507

  • Please use either the West entrance or the ADA ramp located on the east side of the building to enter. The ADA entrance is through a gate at sidewalk level, which will be open during class times. A security guard will also be on-site.

    The front steps of the building are currently damaged and should not be used for entry. Thank you for your understanding!

  • We offer a few classes specifically for grade school aged children.

    Here are other local opportunities:

    • Lawton Fort Sill Arts Council offers art workshops for children nearly every month. Visit their Facebook page or call (580) 585-7073.

    • Lawton Public Schools Summer Arts Institute offers arts programs during the summer. Learn more at lawtonartsforall.org or call 580-248-5384.

    • Cameron University Summer Art Camps provide age-specific art camps. Details can be found here.

  • Supply fees are listed along with each course description, and supply lists will be shared with enrolled students before the start of classes. Some classes may require you to bring your own supplies, while others may require you to pay a small supply fee.

    The supply fees assist us in keeping the tuition low while ensuring that quality materials are available to be used as recommended by our Teaching Artists.

  • We seek highly skilled and qualified instructors with teaching experience. If you are interested in applying, you can reach out to us at arts@lawtonok.gov for a link to an application