ADULT FALL COURSES

Fall 2: November - December

Fall 2 Registration Closes October 23

There are no ceramic classes for Fall 2; enjoy your break, we will see you again in January!

All skill levels are welcome. Studios 1 + 2. Adults 18+

Learn to draw from scratch, or delve deeper into your skills in this fun course! Learn about various drawing tools and techniques such as shading, perspective, and portraiture while gaining ( or further developing) skills and confidence. Drawing is a key foundation skill that will carry throughout your artist journey; get a head start with Drawing 101! A supply list is provided at the time of registration. No class on October 3, November 26, and November 28.

Faculty: Eddie Mitchell, Annie Peters

Resident:$250 /Nonresident: $260

All skill levels are welcome. Studios 1. Adults 18+

Grow your drawing skills to create more in-depth drawings in this course!  Using the drawing skills procured in Drawing 101, you will embark on an exciting journey of drawing techniques using various drawing media such as pencil, pen, and ink! Work your way through new and exciting projects different from drawing 101! A supply list is provided at the time of registration. No class on November 26.

Faculty: Eddie Mitchell

Resident:$250 /Nonresident: $260

All skill levels are welcome. Studios 1.  Grades 10 - 12 + Adults 18+

This class will introduce the fundamentals of visual storytelling and experiment with creative self-expression through traditional illustration. In this class, students will learn how to take their drawings to the next level by establishing a narrative to their work that conveys emotion and message. Numerous illustration categories will be explored such as picture books, editorials, portraiture, character design, and more! All skill levels are welcome; beginners are encouraged! A supply list is provided at the time of registration. No class on October 3 and November 28.

Faculty: OAC Faculty

Resident: $140/Nonresident: $150

All skill levels are welcome. Studios 2.  Adults 18+

Take the fear out of portraiture this fall season with this mini-introductory course!  Learning some basic, easy techniques students will learn how to draw a simple portrait and learn the grid technique to ensure proper placement and a successful finished portrait. A supply list is provided at the time of registration.

Faculty: Annie Peters

Resident: $125/Nonresident: $135

Beginners encouraged! Studio 2. Adults 18+

Experience the thrill of painting with quick-drying, easy-clean-up Acrylics. Two back-to-back 4 week sessions can be taken separately or together as an 8-week course. The course is for beginners or students who need a refresher. We will cover painting basics and techniques as well as materials, color mixing, and composition. Demonstrations and visual examples will be provided as well as individual attention. Supply list available on registration. No class on November 25.

Faculty: Marlene Weinstein

Resident: $126/Nonresident: $136

New and experienced artists welcomed. Studio 2. Adults 18+

Are you looking for an artist community of painters? Look no more! This painter-designed studio settingwill inspire you as you explore the world of painting with oils. As drawing skills are needed, OAC offers Drawing 101 and 102. All painters are welcome in this open studio environment. A supply list is provided at the time of registration. No class on November 26 and November 27..

Faculty: John A. Sargent III

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

All skill levels welcomed. Studio 2. Adults 18+.

Working from monochromatic to full palette painting, this course slowly builds on the painting process one step at a time, one session at a time. Painting from life can be challenging, but also extremely rewarding! Color theory and color mixing—in relationship to props (objects), fabrics and light source are the foundation for this course. A supply list will be provided at registration. No class on October 3.

Instructor: Lorri Ott

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

24FOAC170 November 7 - December 19 Thursday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

All skill sets are welcome. Studio 2. Adults 18+

Get inspired by fall with this fun watercolor! This three-week mini class will discuss the bare-bone basics of watercolor with a focus on fall themes. Use watercolor techniques to paint landscapes, pumpkins, and a sweet scarecrow! A supply list is provided at the time of registration.

Faculty: Annie Peters

Resident: $125/Nonresident: $135

All skill sets are welcome. Studio 2. Adults 18+

Beautiful paintings are made from the eye of the beholder, but they can also be made from the eye of your camera lens! In this exciting course, students will learn how to navigate the different challenges and discoveries of painting from life versus painting from an image. Using acrylic or oils, students will have the opportunity to follow along with short-run projects or produce a series of painting studies. Throughout the course, students will learn about the process of painting (both from life and images), and explore color theory, shape, shade, and line. A supply list is provided at the time of registration. No class on November 29.

Faculty: Lorri Ott 

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

All skill levels are welcome. Studio 2. Supplies included. Adults + Grades 10-12.

Explore the fascinating world of precious metal clay in this interesting, all-levels class! This revolutionary product allows you to design using a moldable material made of microscopic particles of fine silver and an organic binder to form a moldable jewelry medium. Once your creation is dried, it is fired in a jewelry kiln; the organic binder burns off, and the silver particles sinter, leaving you with a solid metal piece! No prior silversmith skills are required; all are welcome! All skill levels are welcome. Adult evening courses are open to grades 10-12. Silver materials paid directly to the instructor are estimated at $65.  No class on November 27.

Faculty: Terri Hickey

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

All skill levels welcomed. Studio 2. Adults 18+.

Explore the wonderful world of natural dye in this fun beginner course! In Natural Dye 101, students will learn about the process of dyeing fibers and fabrics with locally sourced food scraps such as onion peels and locally foraged flowers such as goldenrod. Learn about preparing a dye bath, creating surface design, and even exploring natural dyes from international plants! Some supplies are provided; an additional supply list will be provided. No class on November 25 and November 29.

Instructor: Katie Warren

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

All Skills Welcomed. Studio 2. Adults 18+.

If you like art, beautiful details, or crafts, you will definitely love Paper Quilling Art! Quilling is the art of rolling narrow strips of paper and then shaping them to make the most exquisite designs and sculptural paper art. Through our courses, we will take you from the basic techniques and tools to actual projects of a wide range of coasters, three-dimensional models, greeting cards, lettering, and more! A paper quilling class kit is included in the class fee; an additional supply list is provided at the time of registration.

Instructor: Reham Mogawer

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

Beginners encouraged! Studio 2. Adults + Grades 10 - 12.

In this 4-week introductory course, students will learn the basics of relief printmaking with linocut and explore a few of the many possibilities that can be achieved with this unique but accessible medium. Learn how to design your own handmade cards, patterns, fine art, and fabric designs! Adult evening courses are open to grades 10-12. A supply list is provided at the time of registration. No class on November 25.

Instructor: Meryl Engler

Resident: $185/Nonresident: $195