YOUNG ARTIST SPRING COURSES

APRIL - MAY

All are welcomed! Located at Orange Art Center Studio 4. Grades K - 2 and Grades 3 - 5.

​Now at the OAC! New projects, more exploration! Young artists will join their Orange Art Center teacher after school to participate in art projects that focus on creative techniques including painting, collage, illustration, and craft. Students will develop independent art-making choices while enjoying group and individual instruction and encouragement. Being an artist is an excellent way to end the day! All supplies included. Resident students will be conveniently chaperoned and shuttled from Moreland Hills Elementary to the Art Center.

Resident: $180/Nonresident: $190

25SOAC136 April 7 - May 12 Monday 4 - 5:30 pm Instructor: Sarah Camino

25SOAC137 April 8 - May 13 Tuesday 4 - 5:30 pm Instructor: Sarah Camino

All skill levels welcomed! Orange Art Center Studio 1. Grades 9 - 12.

Do you have a camera at home and don't know how to use it? Want to improve your skills but don't know where to start? In this introductory photography class, you will learn everything you need to dive into the world of photography: camera types, lenses, essential settings, different shooting modes, lighting, and composition techniques. Students are encouraged to bring a DSLR camera or can rent one for an additional $50 for the duration of the class. Please be sure to select the rental option when you sign up for the class.

A DSLR camera rental during class is available for an additional $50 one time fee. Please be sure to add this option during checkout AFTER you have already enrolled.

Steps on enrolling with camera rental add on: 

1. Enroll as a Resident ( one-time or auto-pay option) or a nonresident (one-time or auto-pay option); receive course confirmation via email. 

2. Log back into Eleyo and enroll again in Intro to Photography for Teens (25WOAC228)

3. This time, select the $50 Camera Rental Add-On and enroll; confirm via emailed receipt and course confirmation. 

4. Questions? Call the OAC at 216-831-5130.

Resident: $180/Nonresident: $190

25SOAC145 April 9 - May 14 Wednesday 2:40 - 4:10 pm Instructor: Camilo Gonzalez-Barragan

All are welcomed! Studio 2. Grades K - 5.

Think outside of the box and get creative in this fun, mixed-media exploration class! Young artists will learn various techniques and work with various art materials, including acrylic paints, watercolors, pastels, collage elements, and more. Grades K-2 in the morning and grades 3-5 in the afternoons! All supplies are provided.

Resident: $180/Nonresident: $190

All are welcomed! Studio 1. Grades 3 - 5.

We are back! The fun of cartooning and character design is all wrapped into one! In this class, young artists will learn to design iconic characters that tell engaging, fun stories through group exercises, presentations, and self-directed projects. Learn how to draw characters with personalities, draw expressions, use color to communicate moods, and more! By the end of the class, students will have individual projects that encapsulate their iconic characters and character narratives. Students' final projects are self-directed to encourage characters and stories reflecting each young artist's interests, skills, and creativity. New and returning students are welcome. All supplies provided.

Resident: $180/Nonresident: $190

25SOAC146 April 12 - May 17 Saturday 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Instructor: Emilio Marriott

All are welcomed! Studio 3. Grades K - 5.

New Projects! Curiosity gives space for the mind to explore! In this class, young artists will let their curious minds lead them as they learn and apply clay techniques to various art projects with fun themes! Students will learn basic hand-building, glazing, and surface designs in a friendly, fun ceramic studio environment, all while nurturing fine motor skills and creative decision-making processes. Grades K-2 in the morning and grades 3-5 in the afternoons! All supplies are provided.

Resident: $180/Nonresident: $190

25SOAC142 April 19 - May 24 Saturday 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Instructor: Stephanie Miller-Davis

25SOAC143 April 19 - May 24 Saturday 1 - 2:30 pm Instructor: Stephanie Miller-Davis

All are welcomed! Studio 2. Grades K - 5

Experience the world like never before in this fun and creative " Art Around the World" 3-part series brought to the OAC by Dibbs on It Creative Learning! Each workshop will focus on a foreign country, along with interesting facts, cultural practices, traditional art, and more! In this session, young artists will explore the countries of France, Mexico, and India for a fun and educational art experience. All supplies are provided!

Resident: $70/ Nonresident: $80

25SOAC140 April 6 - 13 & May 18 Sunday 11 am - 12 pm Instructor Kelly Dibble Kerner

All are welcomed! Studio 4. Grades 3 - 5

In this workshop, you are invited to venture into the world of paper art from a fresh perspective, combining traditional techniques with modern flair to create stunning paper flower hair clips! These unique accessories are perfect for special events, gymnastics performances, or everyday wear, allowing you to express your style in a fun and creative way.

Resident: $45/ Nonresident: $55

25SOAC124 April 13 Sunday 11 am - 1 pm Instructor Reham Mogawer

All are welcomed! Studio 4. Grades 3 - 5

Paper isn't just for drawing; transform it into a fun sculptural piece of art! In this exciting workshop, young artists will explore creating 3D forms out of paper to make interesting sculptural forms such as keychains, bookmarks, canvas art, and more! Learn all about paper folding techniques and let your imaginations soar! All supplies are provided.

Resident: $45/ Nonresident: $55

25SOAC128 April 27 Sunday 11 am - 1 pm Instructor Reham Mogawer

Previous drawing experience encouraged. Studio 1. Grades 6 - 8.

We are back! The fun of cartooning and character design is all wrapped into one! In this class, young artists will learn to design iconic characters that tell engaging, fun stories through group exercises, presentations, and self-directed projects. Learn how to draw characters with personalities, draw expressions, use color to communicate moods, and more! By the end of the class, students will have individual projects that encapsulate their iconic characters and character narratives. Students' final projects are self-directed to encourage characters and stories reflecting each young artist's interests, skills, and creativity. New and returning students are welcome. All supplies provided.

Resident: $180/Nonresident: $190