ADULT WINTER COURSES

JANUARY - MARCH

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN

All skill levels are welcome. Studio 3. Adults + Grades 10-12.

10-week classes are back! In this invigorating course, beginner students learn basic wheel-throwing and hand-building ceramic techniques used to create basic pottery forms such as mugs, bowls, and dishes. Experienced students can deepen their pottery knowledge and evolve their skills through various surface designs, forms, and glazing combinations using our new glazes. No class on Monday, January 20 or Monday, February 17.

Resident: $400/Nonresident: $410

*Wednesday + Thursday Evening Only - Resident:$267/Nonresident: $277

25WOAC185 January 6 - March 24 Monday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Instructor: KC Henry

25WOAC186 January 6 - March 24 Monday 6 - 9 pm Instructor: Andrea Serafino

25WOAC187 January 7 - March 11 Tuesday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Instructor: Ami Kamerer

25WOAC188 January 7 - March 11 Tuesday 6 - 9 pm Instructor: CJ Ritenour

25WOAC189 January 8 - March 12 Wednesday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Instructor: Ami Kamerer

25WOAC190 January 8 - March 12 Wednesday 6:30 - 8:30 pm Instructor: Andrea Serafino

25WOAC191 January 9 - March 13 Thursday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Instructor: Stephanie Miller-Davis

25WOAC192 January 9 - March 13 Thursday 6:30 - 8:30 pm Instructor: Andrea Serafino

25WOAC235 January 10 - March 14     Friday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Instructor: Ami Kamerer

All skill levels are welcome. Studio 1. 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! A supply list is provided at the time of registration.

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.

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

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

Learn to illustrate animals through observation and artistic interpretation. The session covers animal anatomy, movement, and proportions, with sketching practice from reference images or live models. You'll focus on capturing details like fur, feathers, and expressions. Guided demonstrations will help you create a finished illustration that reflects your style. Improve your observational skills, anatomy knowledge, and ability to capture texture and form. All skill levels are welcome. A supply list is provided at registration.

Resident: $135/Nonresident: $145

25WOAC200 January 12 - February 16 Sunday 2 - 3:30 pm Instructor: Victoria Bell

All skill levels are welcome. Studios 1.  Grades 10 - 12 + Adults 16+

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.

Resident: $135/Nonresident: $145

All skill levels are welcome. Studios 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! Already taken a drawing class at OAC? Enroll in additional sessions to further develop your skills. A supply list is provided at the time of registration. 

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

Experienced painters encouraged. Beginner students welcomed. Studio 2. Adults 18+

Are you looking for an artist community of painters? Look no more! This painter-designed studio setting will inspire you as you explore the world of painting with oils. As drawing skills are needed, OAC offers a variety of drawing classes to choose from. All painters are welcome in this open studio environment. Enroll in additional sessions to further develop your skills. A supply list is provided at the time of registration.

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

All skill levels welcomed. Previous drawing skills encouraged. Studio 2. Adults 18+.

Capture the natural beauty of plants with botanical watercolor techniques. From start to finish, you'll learn how to create beautiful paintings of botanical subjects, including leaves, flowers, roots, fruit, and pollinators. Techniques include layering transparent washes, dry brush, and adding highly detailed elements to bring your compositions to life. Whether you're new to watercolor or looking to refine your skills, this class has something for everyone. A supply list is provided at registration.

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

25WOAC205 January 7 - February 11 Tuesday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Instructor: Catherine Park

All skill levels are welcome! Studio 2. Adults 18+.

Wonderful world of watercolor! This class will inspire and instruct beginner students and students needing a refresher. Students will learn various techniques to build a working foundation of watercolor and do some fun, experimental activities. A supply list is provided at the time of registration.

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

25WOAC206 January 8 - February 12 Wednesday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Instructor: Annie Peters

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

Beautiful paintings come from observing the world around us. In this exciting course, students will learn to navigate the challenges of painting directly from life, capturing what they see with acrylic or oil paints. Students can choose to work on short-run projects or develop a series of painting studies. The course covers color theory, shape, shading, and line to help build strong foundational skills. Already taken this class? Enroll in additional sessions to further develop your skills. A supply list is provided at registration.

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260

25WOAC207 January 10 - February 14 Friday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Instructor: Lorri Ott

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

Do you have old drawings, art studies, or paintings you don’t know what to do with? In this mixed media collage course, you'll learn how to transform those pieces into new works of art. We'll explore using old drawings, found paper, magazine cuttings, book pages, and more to create something entirely fresh. You'll start by learning the elements of art and design, incorporating both abstract and representational imagery. We'll work with a variety of mediums to create cohesive, thoughtful collages. A supply list is provided at the time of registration. No class on January 20 and February 17.

Resident: $170/Nonresident: $180

25WOAC211 January 6 - February 24 Monday 6 - 8 pm Instructor: Celeste Stauber

All skill levels are welcome. Studio 4. Supplies included. Adults + Grades 10-12.

Explore the fascinating world of silver 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! 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.  

Resident: $250/Nonresident: $260