Pretty as a Pitcher: Hand-building in Clay  |  Parents and 1st grade+
Community Ed Code:
Spring is in the air! Be ready for those backyard gatherings with you own series of cups and pitchers perfect for serving iced tea, lemonade, or your favorite chilled beverage. Learn how use hand-building techniques to construction your unique set. Pieces will be constructed the first two days and glazed the last. Email instructor jgfsrs4@gmail.com or the OAC 507-451-0533 if you have any questions. 

Instructor: Judy Srsen
1 Class: 2 Sessions  
Tuesdays, April 16 & 23, 2013 from 5:30-7:30pm
OAC Studio I

ARTventure  |  Preschool 2 - 5yr
Community Ed Code:
Art is about playing, exploring, discovering, and manipulating the world as you create different marks, colors, shapes and textures! This is why preschoolers are the best little artists! They have no fear and complete freedom! On our ARTventure there is no prescribed “product”. A new art medium is introduced each class including: clay, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, fibers, painting, and more! Kids will have several different centers to choose from each class, teaching various techniques in that medium of the day. Dress for a mess! A parent or grandparent must accompany each child. Come join your artist on their first Artventure and be amazed at what they can do! Returning students will always discover new activities. Questions? Call the Owatonna Arts Center @ 507-451-0533 or email Christina.spencer@oacarts.org.   
           
Instructor: Christina Spencer
1 Class: 5 Sessions
Mondays, April 15 - May 13, 2013 from 5:00-6:00pm
OAC Studio III

ARTventure: Clay Creations  |  K- 6th grade
Community Ed Code:
Art is about the journey! There are no mistakes during our ARTventure. Our goal is to treat and inspire students to behave like artists…to share with them that art comes from within themselves- not from the teacher. The process of creating is in itself the work of art. Several centers are opened each class covering many techniques in clay: including throwing on the wheel, slab, coils, pinching, slips and glazing. There will be short demos, excerices, individual help, and lots of encouragement giving students the confidence to create art that is uniquely theirs. Create a monster for your night stand, a fairy house for your backyard, a tea set for mom, anything is possible! We will celebrate their creations in a art show at the end of the class. Email Christina.spencer@oacarts.org or call the OAC 507-451-0533 if you have any questions.  

Instructor: Christina Spencer
1 Class: 6 Sessions
Mondays, April 15 - May 20, 2013 from 6:00-7:30pm
OAC Studio II

Clay for Kids: Pottery Wheel  |  3rd grade+
Community Ed Code:
How do you throw clay on the wheel? It’s not what it seems. Learn how to use the wheel to create bowls, mugs, vases and plates. Demonstrations will cover the basics of wedging, centering, pulling, trimming, and forming useable vessels. Beginners come and get your hands muddy! If you have worked in clay before, come fine tune your skills, learn a new technique, and challenge yourself with larger more complex forms. Dress for a mess and wear tennis shoes. Come to the first class with ideas, excitement and inspiration! You are the Artist and the classroom is your CHOICE studio. We will celebrate their creations in a mini art show at the end of the class. Call instructor at 507-835-1192 or call the OAC 507-451-0533 if you have any questions. 

Instructor: Joan Mooney
1 Classes: 7 Sessions
Thursdays, April 18-May 30, 2013 from 5:00-6:30pm
OAC Studio I

Pottery on the Wheel  |  Teen and Adults
Community Ed Code:
How do you work clay on the wheel? Beginners will learn how to use the wheel to create three dimensional forms and vessels. Demonstrations will cover the basics of wedging, centering, pulling, trimming and forming functional vessels. Beginners come and get your hands muddy! If you are accustomed to clay come fine tune your skills, learn a new technique, and challenge yourself with larger more complex forms. Dress for a mess and wear tennis shoes. Come to the first class with ideas, excitement and inspiration. One 25lbs. bag of clay is included with the class; any additional clay can be purchased from the OAC. Basic glazing will be covered to finish pieces. Call instructor at 507-835-1192 or the OAC 507-451-0533 if you have any questions. 

Instructor: Joan Mooney
1 Classes: 7 Sessions
Thursdays, April 18-May 30, 2013 from 6:30-9:00pm
OAC Studio I

Pretty as a Pitcher: Hand-building in Clay  |  Teen and Adults
Community Ed Code:
Spring is in the air!  Be ready for those backyard gatherings with you own series of cups and pitchers perfect for serving iced tea, lemonade, or your favorite chilled beverage. Learn how use hand-building techniques in clay to construction your unique set. Pieces will be constructed the first two days and glazed the last. Email instructor jgfsrs4@gmail.com or the OAC 507-451-0533 if you have any questions. 

Instructor: Judy Srsen
1 Class: 2 Sessions
April 30 and May 7, 2013 6:00-8:30pm
OAC Studio I

Drawing  |  Teen and Adults
Community Ed Code:
Come as you are no experience necessary! All supplies will be provided! Do you love to draw while on the phone, trying to stay awake during meetings or classes? Well, why not develop that natural talent? Like an athlete, an artist must practice and exercise daily to develop their skills. Relax, draw often, and draw what you see. We will break open a full toolbox of techniques to help you become proficient at drawing. Explore the various ways in which the elements and principles of design work together to improve your creative approach to drawing. Students will become empowered to create compositions that reflect their own personalities and to make wise choices with the endless subject material that surrounds us. Beginners and experienced drawers will enjoy the fun, supportive and creative environment. Each student will receive a set of drawing pencils, vine charcoal, newsprint and a sketch pad. You can contact the instructor at chettinga@live.com or call the OAC 507-451-0533 if you have questions.

Instructor: Christene Hettinga
1 Class: 6 Sessions
Tuesdays, April 16-May 21, 2013 from 6:30-8:30pm
OAC Studio II

Painting with Acrylics  |  Teen and Adults
Community Ed Code:
Come as you are no experience necessary! All supplies will be provided! Unlock your creativity through a dynamic art experience that will allow you grow as an artist and develop your own personal painting style. The Artist will walk you through step by step techniques to help you create a painting you’ll be proud of. You’ll be introduced or reacquainted to the use of value, color, form and space as you learn new solutions to add interest to your paintings. Learn the fundamentals and advanced ideas that can be applied in all painting situations: still life, portrait, landscape or painting from a photo. Beginners and experienced painters will enjoy the fun, supportive and creative environment. Each student will receive their own pad of canvas paper and set of brushes, along with the use of the Arts Center’s supply of acrylic paints to be used during class. Questions contact katherineseger@gmail.com or call the OAC 507-451-0533. 

Instructor: Katherine Seger
1 Class: 6 Sessions
Thursdays, April 18-May 30, 2013 from 6:30-8:30pm (No class May 2nd)
OAC Studio II

Calligraphy  |  Teen and Adults
Community Ed Code:
Do you have a spring celebration approaching – one for which you will be addressing notes or invitations? Or would you like to create more personalized notes or simply hand-write an address that will bring pleasant attention to your correspondence? Take a break from commercial or computer-generated letters, labels and notes and let your own personality show through. Italic handwriting is the most basic of the calligraphic styles of lettering. You will be encouraged to add your own embellishments! Beginning pens will be furnished by the instructor. Email instructor jgfsrs4@gmail.com or the OAC 507-451-0533 if you have any questions. 

Instructor: Judy Srsen
1 Class: 3 Sessions
Mondays, April 15-29, 2013 from 6:30-8:00pm
Studio II

Tea in the Afternoon: Hand-Building in Clay | Parents and 1st grade+
Community Ed Code:
Are you looking for a unique experience with your child or grandchild this summer? Are willing to try something new? Try creating your own unique tea set complete with a teapot, cups and plates! Learn the basics of hand-building: pinch pots, coils, slabs, molds and templates. Pieces will be created the first day, painted and glazed the second, then fired for the final class. Come to the last class with your aprons to help make treats to share for afternoon tea. Don’t forget your cameras. Dress for mud for the first two sessions and for tea on the third session. All pieces created in class are food safe, and may be placed in the microwave, oven and dishwasher. A parent or grandparent must accompany each child throughout class. 

Instructor: Judy Srsen
1 Class: 3 Sessions
Monday, July 8 & 15, 2013 from 1:00-3:30pm
Final Class Monday, July 22, 1013 from 1:00-2:30pm
OAC Studio II & 3rd Class Performance Hall

Ice Cream for Clay: Hand-Building in Clay | Parents and 5yr+
Community Ed Code:
You scream, I scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM! Are you looking for a unique way to beat the heat with your child or grandchild this summer? Challenge your imagination and create a one of a kind ice cream dish! Learn the basics of hand-building: pinch pots, coils, slabs, molds and templates. Come join us at the OAC whether you prefer vanilla, chocolate, strawberry or the whole banana split! Pieces will be created the first week, painted and glazed the second and fired for our final ice cream party! Dress ready to get muddy the first two classes! Bring your favorite ice cream topping for the final class! All pieces created in class are food and dishwasher safe. 

Instructor: Christina Spencer
1 Class: 3 Sessions
Mondays, July 8 & 15, 2013 from 6-7:30pm
Final Class Monday, July 22, 2013 from 6:00-7:00pm
OAC Studio II

Throwing Clay Together  |  Parents & 3rd grade+
Community Ed Code:
Parents and Grandparents, are you looking to spend some time with your young artist? Learn to make basics cylinders, bowls, plates and more on the potter’s wheel. The class is designed to allow parents to work side-by-side in a collaborative environment. Pieces will be thrown the first class, trimmed the second and glazed the last. All pieces created are food safe. Wear tennis shoes and dress for a mess! Email instructor jgfsrs4@gmail.com or the OAC 507-451-0533 if you have any questions. 

Instructor: Judy Srsen
1 Class: 2 Sessions
Thursdays, August 22, 2013 from 5:00-7:00
August 29, 2013 from 5:00-6:30
OAC Studio I

ARTventure  |  Preschool 2-5yr
Community Ed Code:
Art is about playing, exploring, discovering, and manipulating the world as you create different marks, colors, shapes and textures! This is why preschoolers are the best little artists! They have no fear and complete freedom! On our ARTventure there is no prescribed “product”. A new art medium is introduced each class including: clay, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, fibers, painting, and more! Kids will have several different centers to choose from each class, teaching various techniques in that medium of the day. Dress for a mess! A parent or grandparent must accompany each child. Come join your artist on their first Artventure and be amazed at what they can do! Returning students will always discover new activities. Questions? Call the Owatonna Arts Center @ 507-451-0533 or email Christina.spencer@oacarts.org.   

Instructor: Christina Spencer
1 Classes: 5 Sessions
Mondays, July 8, 2013 - August 5, 2013 from 5:00-6:00pm
OAC Studio III

Artventure: Art Camp  |  K-6th
Community Ed Code:
Art is about the journey! There are no mistakes during our ARTventure. Our goal is to treat and inspire students to behave like artists…to share with them that art comes from within themselves- not from the teacher. The process of creating is in itself the work of art. Several centers are opened each class including: sculpture, printmaking, drawing, fibers, painting, and more! There will be short demos, individual help, and lots of encouragement giving students the confidence to create art that is uniquely theirs. Students may bring a snack and dress for a mess! We will celebrate their creations in an art show during the last half-hour of class at 11:30pm Thursday, July 19, 2013. Email Christina.spencer@oacarts.org if you have any questions. 

Instructor: Christina Spencer
1 Class: 3 Sessions
Tuesday-Thursday July, 16-18, 2013 from 8:00-12:00pm
Studio II

Clay for Kids: Pottery Wheel  |  3rd grade+
Community Ed Code:
How do you throw clay on the wheel? It’s not what it seems. Learn how to use the wheel to create bowls, mugs, vases and plates. Demonstrations will cover the basics of wedging, centering, pulling, trimming, and forming useable vessels. Beginners come and get your hands muddy! If you have worked in clay before, come fine tune your skills, learn a new technique, and challenge yourself with larger more complex forms. Dress for a mess and wear tennis shoes. Come to the first class with ideas, excitement and inspiration! You are the Artist and the classroom is your CHOICE studio. We will celebrate your creations in a mini art show at the end of the class. Call the OAC 507-451-0533 if you have any questions. 

2 Classes: 7 Sessions

Instructor: Christina Spencer
Wednesdays, June 19 - August 7, 2013 from 5:00-6:30pm (No Class 7/3)

Instructor: Judy Srsen
Tuesdays, June 18 - August 6, 2013 from 3:30-5:00pm (No Class 7/2)

Junk Art  |  3rd grade +
Community Ed Code:
Challenge yourself to see objects in a new way. Artist, Lois Nevelson, collected pieces of trash to assemble into giant sculptures that have been spray painted a solid color, one of which is on display at the Walker Arts Center. Your challenge is to collect junk found around your house or outside. For example: cardboard tubes/boxes, plastic spoons, forks, tin cans, nuts/bolts, wire, cups, rocks, sea shells, sticks, magazines, buttons, pinecones, bottles, anything. You could try bringing multiples of an item to make a sculpture entirely out of plastic spoons or to share with the class. Maybe you have your own unique collection that could be assembled and displayed in a new way! We will be concentrating on shapes rather than on the actual objects and combining shapes to discover new forms that evolve. Some additional items will be available; however we encourage students to bring in something so the sculpture will hold more meaning to them.  Sculptures will be hot glued together and spray painted. 

Instructor: Judy Srsen
Class 1: 1 Session
August 20, 2013 from 10:30-12:00
OAC Studio III

Class 2: 1 Session
August 27, 2013 from 1:00-2:30
OAC Studio III

Art Camp: Adventures in Spontaneous Mixed Media With Dar Brooks  |  Ages 8-14
Community Ed Code:
Yes, this motivating class with award winning artist Dar Brooks is back again with new and exciting lessons! As time permits children will do collage, use nature as a resource including drawing and nature printing. They will explore a variety of art and non-art materials to spark their creativity, including painting with watercolor and acrylic paints. Design and finishing techniques will add depth and impact to their art pieces. This class is intended to support the needs of each student, taking them to the next level in their artistic creations. Dar facilitates the artistic process as she makes every hour a new adventure! The focus of this class will be the use of color, design elements and personal symbols in art making. There will be short demos, individual help, and lots of encouragement, giving students the confidence to create art that is uniquely theirs. Plus they will have fun! There are no mistakes in this motivating class! Any concerns? Call Dar 612-940-2094. Please have children wear paint clothes, bring a lunch, beverage, a dark T-shirt (navy or black) and paper towels. NOTE: at 2:30pm on the last day we will celebrate each student’s creations with an Art Show. Everyone is welcome.    

Instructor: Dar Brooks
Class 1: 3 Session
Monday - Wednesday, August 5-7, 2013 from 10:00-3:00pm
Studio II