FALL 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! The Joy of Abstract Painting Workshop Adults + Grades 10-12
Join us for a hands-on acrylic painting workshop where you'll learn and apply techniques to create your own unique abstract artwork. Together, we'll explore glazing, stippling, dry brush, and outlining. Guided step by step, you'll complete an abstract painting from start to finish. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your skills, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of acrylics and a painting you'll be proud to display. All skill levels welcome. All supplies provided.
Instructor: Marlene Weinstein
Location: Orange Art Center, Studio 2
25FOAC128 September 14 Sunday 11 am - 2 pm
Resident: $62/ Nonresident: $72
Chunky Hand Knit Blankets Adults + Grades 10-12
All skill levels welcomed! Learn everything you need to know to make a gorgeous chunky hand-knit blanket in just a few hours! Guess what? No knitting experience is needed! We’ll guide you step-by-step through this and will support you with all the tricks to master the skill of creating chunky blankets just using your hands. A supply list will be emailed at the time of registration. Approximate supply cost, depending on materials already owned: $60.
Instructor: Reham Mogawer
Location: Orange Art Center, Studio 1
25FOAC130 September 16 Tuesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm
25FOAC131 October 28 Tuesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Resident: $42/ Nonresident: $52
Fluid Color: Painting with Brusho and Yupo Adult + Grades 10-12
Create vibrant abstract art using Brusho, a concentrated watercolor powder that bursts into color when activated with water. In this hands-on workshop, participants will work on Yupo paper, a smooth, synthetic surface that allows pigment to move, pool, and lift in unexpected ways. Water droppers, wax resist crayons, and liquid ink will be used to explore texture, layering, and fluid composition.
Taught by Lauren Sylvia, OAC’s Emerging Artist in Residence, this workshop reflects the same spirit of experimentation found in her studio practice. Through guided exercises and open exploration, you’ll work with unique materials that support bold, intuitive mark-making. All materials provided. All skill levels are welcome!
Instructor: Lauren Slyvia
Location: Orange Art Center Studio 2
25FOAC160 September 26 Friday 6 - 8 pm
Resident: $51 / Nonresident $61
NEW! Watercolor and Paper Art Workshop Adults + Grades 10-12
Join us for a unique Quilling, Paper Art and Watercolor workshop inspired by the beauty of fall botanicals, featuring cactuses and mushrooms as our creative muse. In this hands-on session, participants will discover the magic of combining delicate watercolor washes with the intricate textures of paper art, learning how quilling can bring depth, dimension, and a touch of wonder to their illustrations. This workshop celebrates how paper transforms flat artwork into tactile, captivating pieces, perfect for nature lovers and creative explorers alike. All skill levels welcome! All supplies provided.
Instructor: Reham Mogawer
Location: Orange Art Center, Studio 1
25FOAC132 September 28 Friday 1:30 - 4:30 pm
Resident: $70/ Nonresident: $80
NEW! Introduction to Color Theory & Color Schemes Painting Workshop Adults + Grades 10-12
In this workshop, we'll dive into the basics of color theory and learn how to use color schemes to make your artwork more dynamic while using acrylic paints. Through guided instruction, you'll explore primary, secondary, and tertiary colors; warm versus cool tones; and complementary, analogous, and monochromatic schemes. You'll then apply this knowledge to create a painting that incorporates four distinct color schemes with acrylic paint. This is a fun way to see how color choices can transform your work. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. All supplies provided.
Instructor: Marlene Weinstein
Location: Orange Art Center, Studio 2
25FOAC129 October 26 Sunday 11 am - 2 pm
Resident: $62/ Nonresident: $72