SPRING + SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Adult, Young Artist, and Family workshops below!
Come join us for a series of fun, low-commitment yet engaging art workshops that will broaden your artistic skills and brighten your week. New to art? Can’t commit to a multisession class? Try a workshop! These one-time classes are the best way to spend your evening or weekend. Grab a friend and join us for a weeknight or weekend of creative exploration.
NEW! Young artist and family workshops added! Join us after school or on weekend for one-time classes built to engage children grades K-5 with art and creative mindfulness!
SPECIAL WORKSHOP EVENTS
NEW! The Grand Illusion: A 2-Day Watercolor Workshop with David Rankin
Ages 18+
The ability to create a believable illusion of spatial depth with just a little pigment and water is one of the most magical abilities in watercolor. It is accomplished through a complex orchestration of several distinct skills, all of which contribute to the perception of spatial depth. These procedures allow the viewer to see distance whether in a landscape or between objects. Depth can be the result of a skillful assembly of values or it can result from the use of correct perspective. It can also be enhanced tremendously by skillfully creating a variation in edges and blends or by assembling shapes of varying sizes and relationships. In this workshop, David will train artists in the skills needed to create and assemble these various visual effects using his step-by-step procedures. Get ready to paint!
A supply list will be provided upon registration; participants skill leveled intermediate - advanced welcome. Registration Opens April 26.
Instructor: David Rankin
Location: Orange Art Center, Studio 2
24XOAC501 June 8 - June 9 Saturday - Sunday 10 am - 4 pm
Resident $280/ Nonresident $290
ADULT Workshops
NEW! Ceramic Coiled Vase or Planter
Adults + Teens 12 +
Image provided by Ami Kamerer
Learn the basics of coil building to create an original coil vase or planter. Students will be instructed on creating a variety of different coil styles to use in their pieces. After students have the option to paint their piece in Stroke And Coat Glazes, or the vessel can be glazed by the studio tech in white only. This class uses basic handbuilding techniques that can be suited for beginners-advanced. Teens 12+ are welcome if accompanied by a parent ( must enroll separately).
Instructor: Ami Kamerer
Location: Orange Art Center, Studio 3
24XOAC340 May 3 Friday 6 - 9 pm
Resident: $60/Nonresident: $70
NEW! Garden Windspinners Adults + Grades 10-12
Image provided by Jackie Palumbo
Add a magical touch to your garden this spring with a beautiful, handmade wind spinner! In this one-day workshop, participants will learn about and be guided through the process of creating beaded wind spinners. Be unique! Choose from silver or copper-colored wire, and glass beads. In addition, you will learn how to repurpose charms and beads from old jewelry! Each participant will leave the workshop with a mesmerizing addition to your favorite outdoor space. Some supplies are included; an additional supply list is provided at the time of registration.
Instructor: Jackie Palumbo
Location: Orange Art Center, Studio 1
24XOAC316 May 4 Saturday 3 - 5 pm
Resident: $25/Nonresident: $35
NEW! Mother’s Day Cardmaking
Adults + Grades 10-12
Show love this Mother’s Day with a personalized, handmade card for the special women in your life! In this one-day workshop, you will be guided through the process of cardmaking using mixed media techniques. All supplies are provided.
Instructor: Marlene Weinstein
Location: Orange Art Center, Studio 1
24XOAC317 May 5 Sunday 11:30 am - 1 pm
Resident: $25/Nonresident: $35
NEW! Basketry Basics & Beyond: Wall Pocket
Adults 18 +
Image provided by Annie Peters
Basketry is the oldest craft, preceding even pottery. In this one-day workshop, we will be focusing on splint work by building a Wall Pocket basket. The basket will be approximately 9" x 7" x 9" and includes an Ash notched handle! Make a beautiful classic rattan basket, or get creative with colored rattan available for added interest and design. As this is a full-day workshop, please bring a packed lunch to enjoy on our sunny outdoor patio! All supplies are included.
Instructor: Annie Peters
Location: Orange Art Center, Studio 2
24XOAC318 May 25 Saturday 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Resident: $65/Nonresident: $75
NEW! En Plein Air Pastel Drawing
Adults + Grades 10 -12
During this one day workshop, students will learn the basics of using pastels and create landscape and nature drawings inspired by the Orange Art Center’s grounds. Students will learn the basics of using hard pastels and en plein air drawing. En plein air is a French expression meaning “in the open air”, and refers to the act of painting outdoors with the artist's subject in full view. All skill levels are welcome. No prior experience required. Shared supplies and equipment provided; students are required to bring their own sketchbook, pastels and blending stumps ( links provided at registration).
Instructor: Celeste Stauber
Location: Orange Art Center, Picnic Area
24XOAC339 June 1 Saturday 10 am - 1 pm
Resident: $60/Nonresident: $70
NEW! Natural Dye - Botanical Printing on Fabric
Adults & Teens 16 +
Learn how to natural dye with food scraps and flowers. Each student will receive a blank 100% cotton bandana and a variety of natural dye materials. Students are highly encouraged to bring their own additional materials to experiment with (ie. an old flower bouquet, leaves, onion skins, tea bags, etc.); this is your chance to get creative! Students will learn the basics of natural dyeing and how to make colors stable for washing. This is a 90-minute make-and-take workshop and no experience is necessary! Ages 16+ are welcome to attend. Please wear clothes you do not mind getting a bit messy.
Instructor: Katie Warren
Location: Orange Art Center,Studio 2
24XOAC500 June 3 Monday 10 - 11:30 am
Resident: $37/ Nonresident: $42
YOUNG ARTIST WORKSHOPS
NEW! Creative Mindfulness Series: Positivity Rocks Grades K - 5
In this one-time creative mindfulness workshop, we‘ll learn all about the power of positivity and how it benefits our mindset, health, and relationships. Students will paint a rock of their choice that symbolizes their power of positive thinking and serves as a reminder to practice throughout the day. This workshop is offered for grades K-2 on Monday and grades 3 - 5 on Wednesday. All supplies are provided; a supplemental learning kit is available to purchase from the instructor at the time of registration.
Instructor: Kelly Dibble Kerner
Location: Moreland Hills Elementary, Art Room 111
24SOAC335 May 13 Monday 3:30 - 5 pm
24SOAC336 May 15 Wednesday 3:30 - 5 pm
Resident: $35/Nonresident: $40
Supplemental Learning Kit (Optional): $12
NEW! Creative Mindfulness Series: Envisioning Success Grades K - 5
In this one-time creative mindfulness workshop, we'll discuss students' visions for the future,
goal-setting, motivation, and the positive effects of personal achievement. Each student will create a vision board to manifest their goals and help bring them to life. This workshop is offered for grades K-2 on Monday and grades 3 - 5 on Wednesday. Additional supplies are optional for purchase at the time of registration.
Instructor: Kelly Dibble Kerner
Location: Moreland Hills Elementary, Art Room 111
24SOAC337 May 20 Monday 3:30 - 5 pm
24SOAC338 May 22 Wednesday 3:30 - 5 pm
Resident: $35/Nonresident: $40
Supplemental Learning Kit (Optional): $12