Classes at the OAC

Acrylic Paint Pouring - Level 2 (Adults)

In this intermediate level pouring class you will explore additional techniques and styles of creating fluid acrylic art. You will practice ring pours, puddle pours, swiping and me. Each piece will be original and unique as no two pours are ever the same!

This class includes two complete paintings ready to hang on your wall (frames not included). Wear clothes you can get paint on.

Previous acrylic paint pouring experience is encouraged but not required and all supplies are included!

0310 $40
Sessions: 1
10/25 Saturday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM"
Owatonna Arts Center
Instructor: Beth DeCoux

Introduction to Soft Pastels: Cows under the Northern Lights! (Adult)

An introduction to the beauty of the soft pastel medium. Artists have been using soft pastels for centuries to create art of all types including realism, abstract, and impressionism. Soft pastels brilliant color and versatility are like acrylic and oil paints but in a dry medium. We will practice laying color down on paper before we complete a fun drawing of cows under the northern lights!

All supplies are included. Please note that this class will generate dust for those that are sensitive.

0311 $35
Sessions: 1
11/08 Saturday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Owatonna Arts Center
Instructor: Beth DeCoux

Soft Pastels for Beginners - Snow Bird (Adult)

Want to try a new medium that has been around for a long time? Soft pastels are a dry medium composed of paint pigments and a minimum of binder. They allow the artist to build color and depth like the acrylic or oil artist but in a medium that is dry and lightly portable making this a great option for those who like to draw or paint “plain air” or outside of your home or studio. Open to anyone who wants to try soft pastels for the first or 100th time! We will review the skills taught in our Intro course and build on those skills to create an adorable snow bird.

All supplies are included. Please note that this class will generate dust for those that are sensitive.

0312
$45
Sessions: 1
12/13 Saturday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Owatonna Arts Center
Instructor: Beth DeCoux

Clay for Kids: Pottery Wheel 10yrs+

How do you throw clay on the wheel? It’s not what it seems. 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 useable 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! Call the instructor at 507-835-1192 or call the OAC 507-451- 0533 if you have any questions.

0900
$89
Sessions: 8
09/18 - 11/06 Thursdays
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Owatonna Arts Center
Instructor: Joan Mooney