Adult Classes & Workshops
 Don't let the kids have all the fun! The arts are just as important for adults as for kids. Meet new people, explore new mediums, imagine, take risks, learn new skills, and express yourself. Art Station offers fun, dynamic classes and workshops for adults too.
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Art Station works in partnership with Bend Metro Park and Recreation District (BMPRD) to offer classes to the entire community. Some classes are offered through the BMPRD catalog and we hold spaces for those registrants. Consequently, Arts Central Station may show a class as ***FULL***, but there may still be spaces open through BMPRD. These classes will be marked as "register through BMPRD."
Index:
January
February
March
April
May
June
JANUARY
Advanced Watercolor Workshop
These monthly a la carte workshops are for the continuing watercolorist. Cindy Briggs demystifies the medium in her class with personalized instruction to help you "see like an artist" and capture the essence of your subject with expressive color, captivating design and creative techniques. Enjoy a variety of demonstrations and simple exercises to advance your own personal style and ability. This class is for students who have taken Watercolor Fundamentals or have previous watercolor experience. $42 Lesson Plan Supply List
Sess. 1 T Jan 25 12pm-3 Briggs
Sess. 2 T Feb 8 12pm-3 Briggs
Sess. 3 T Mar 15 12pm-3 Briggs
Beginning Wheel Throwing
Beginners will learn basic wheel skills: centering, opening, pulling, shaping, trimming and finishing, as well as glazing. This introductory class will start by exploring two basic forms: the cup and bowl. Particular emphasis is on the successful integration of form and function. Returning students are welcome to focus and improve on the basics! All supplies included. Class is limited to seven students. First bag of clay, firings and tools provided. $220
T Jan 18-Mar 8 6pm-9 Kissel
Beginning Hand-Building
January 20-March 10
Th 6:00-9:00pm
Clay is an exciting art material because of its versatile abilities: you can stretch it, bend it, coil it, push it, pinch it, roll it or take it for a spin. Instructors will show you projects involving slabs, coils, and extruded shapes. Hand-building is one of the most important techniques an artist can learn as they explore the world of clay. You'll learn how to glaze your pots as well. Beginning students will work with low fire clay and glazes. First bag of clay, firings and tools provided. $199
TH Jan 20-Mar 10 6pm-9 Kimmerling
Open Clay Studio
Limited to intermediate and advanced students, this class allows clay students the opportunity to pursue their own direction at their own pace. No instructor present. Students need to be independent in their studio work. Bring your own tools, or purchase at the studio. Clay $15/bag and firings $.025/cubic inch. $125
Sess. 1 TH Jan 20-Feb 17 10am-3pm Staff
Learn to Knit
Are you prepared for winter? If not, this is the class for you. Students will learn the basics needed in order to begin and complete a warm winter scarf. Techniques including the knit cast, knit stitch, purl stitch, and bind off will be introduced. Students will have time to practice and fine-tune their knitting with the help of the instructor, gaining confidence to work independently at home. Supplies list. $45 Lesson Plan with Supply List
SU Jan 23 10am-3pm Nguyen AC (875 Brooks St.)
Clay Fundamentals I
Open to all experience levels; learn new skills in this project-oriented class which explores functional and decorative art. Work in clay as you learn the basics of hand-building, explore 3-D design, and practice at the wheel. This friendly day group provides a supportive and engaging clay experience. First bag of clay, firings, and tools included. $120
Sess. 1 M Jan 24-Feb 14 12pm-3 Bommarito
You Can Draw and Paint
Always wanted to draw and paint? THIS IS THE CLASS FOR YOU! Anyone can draw & paint if you learn a specific set of skills. Learn keys to “seeing” so you can tap into the creative part of your brain. After mastering some drawing skills we will explore three different paint media: watercolor, acrylics and gouache. Beginner/Intermediate. Supplies List. $220
T Jan 25-Mar 15 6pm-9 Berry Lesson Plan/Supply List
Watercolor Fundamentals
This class is a step-by-step introduction to the world of watercolor. Learn to see like an artist with this progressive series of painting experiences for the beginning and returning watercolorist. Develop drawing and brushstroke skills, expand your color and design vocabulary, and learn the value of light and shadow to add drama to your paintings. Supplies included- paper available for purchase. $180 Lesson Plan
Sess. 1 M January 31-Mar 7 (no class February 21) 12pm-3 Briggs
FEBRUARY
Masterful Greeting Card Series
Create your own greeting cards inspired by famous artists during this one-hour lunch time series. Each session will include a brief introduction to the artist and their work. Come make your own series of cards just in time for Mother’s Day. Sign up for one or all four. Supplies included. Five cards provided for every student, additional cards can be purchased for 50 cents each. $10
Sess. 1 Frank Lloyd Wright T Feb 1 12pm-1 Solley AC (875 Brooks St.)
Printmaking Basics
Explore two printmaking processes: monoprint and collagraph in this introduction to original hand-pulled prints. Monoprint is one of the most spontaneous and accessible forms of printmaking. As its name implies, each print is a unique, one of kind image and is many ways closer to painting and drawing than to other printmaking methods. The collagraph print is best described as a collage printmaking technique, where the image is composed from found objects. Open to spontaneity; fearlessly play with monotypes and simple collagraphs to explore personal icons. $125
T Feb 1- Mar 1 5:30pm-8 Clark Atelier 6000 (389 Scalehouse Ct. #120)
Introduction to Collage
A collage may include bits of colored or hand-made papers, portions of other artwork, photographs, newsprint and other found objects glued to a piece of paper or canvas. The origins of collage can be traced back hundreds of years, but this technique reappeared in the early 20th century as a more formal art form. You will learn about layering, composition and innovative techniques to combine your ideas in this expressive medium. Supplies included, please bring your own ephemeral materials. $132 Lesson Plan/ Supply List
TH Feb 3- Feb 23 6pm-9 Holtzman
Advanced Watercolor Workshop
These monthly a la carte workshops are for the continuing watercolorist. Cindy Briggs demystifies the medium in her class with personalized instruction to help you "see like an artist" and capture the essence of your subject with expressive color, captivating design and creative techniques. Enjoy a variety of demonstrations and simple exercises to advance your own personal style and ability. This class is for students who have taken Watercolor Fundamentals or have previous watercolor experience. $42 Lesson Plan Supply List
Sess. 3 T Feb 8 12pm-3 Briggs
Acrylics in Action
In this introduction to acrylic painting, students will learn the basics of this versatile medium while they experience the process of building a painting. Through class demonstrations and individual attention, students will learn to create art from what they see using the fundamentals of color mixing, composition, and value. Supplies included. $180
W Feb 9- Mar 16 6pm-9 Kinker Lesson Plan
Knit a Beanie
Use your creativity to make your own unique look for the mountain or around town. Creating beanies is a fast and fun way to explore the world of knitting. Previous knitting experience recommended. Students should be proficient in knitting and purling techniques. Supplies List. $44
SU Feb 13 10am-3pm Nguyen AC (875 Brooks St.) Lesson Plan/Supplies List
Open Clay Studio
Limited to intermediate and advanced students, this class allows clay students the opportunity to pursue their own direction at their own pace. No instructor present. Students need to be independent in their studio work. Bring your own tools, or purchase at the studio. Clay $15/bag and firings $.025/cubic inch. $125
Sess. 2 TH Feb 24-Mar 31 (No open studio Mar 24) 10am-3pm Staff
Clay Fundamentals II
Building on skills learned in Clay Fundamentals I, learn new skills in this project-oriented class which explores functional and decorative art. Work in clay as you learn the basics of hand-building, explore 3-D design, and practice at the wheel. This friendly day group provides a supportive and engaging clay experience. First bag of clay, firings, and tools included. $ 120
Sess. 1 M Feb 28-Mar 28 (no class March 21) 12pm-3 Bommarito
The Artful Sketchbook
Ages: 13 and up
February 28-March 14
M 6:30 – 9:00pm
Learn visual journaling by using simple and fun techniques in the creation of your own personal sketchbook. The goal of this class is to encourage you to sketch what you see intuitively without fear or inhibition. Open to all skill levels, The Artful Sketchbook will bring you glimpses of the real creative soul that exists within us all. Supplies List. $72
M Feb 28- Mar 14 6:30pm-9 Holtzman Lesson Plan/ Supplies List
MARCH
Masterful Greeting Card Series
Create your own greeting cards inspired by famous artists during this one-hour lunch time series. Each session will include a brief introduction to the artist and their work. Come make your own series of cards just in time for Mother’s Day. Sign up for one or all four. Supplies included. Five cards provided for every student, additional cards can be purchased for 50 cents each. $10
Sess. 2 Matisse T Mar 1 12pm-1 Solley AC (875 Brooks St.)
Introduction to Oil Painting
This class is an introduction to the fundamentals of oil painting. Learn oil painting skills through demos, discussions, and practice, with an overview of materials, color-mixing, value, and composition. Supplies included. Previous drawing experience recommended. $124
TH Mar 3-Mar 31 (No class March 10) 6pm-9 Shuck
Watercolor Fundamentals
This class is a step-by-step introduction to the world of watercolor. Learn to see like an artist with this progressive series of painting experiences for the beginning watercolorist. Develop drawing and brushstroke skills, expand your color and design vocabulary, and learn the value of light and shadow to add drama to your paintings. Supplies included- paper available for purchase. $180
Sess. 2 M March 14-April 18 12pm-3 Briggs Lesson Plan
Advanced Watercolor Workshop
These monthly a la carte workshops are for the continuing watercolorist. Cindy Briggs demystifies the medium in her class with personalized instruction to help you "see like an artist" and capture the essence of your subject with expressive color, captivating design and creative techniques. Enjoy a variety of demonstrations and simple exercises to advance your own personal style and ability. This class is for students who have taken Watercolor Fundamentals or have previous watercolor experience. $42
Sess. 4 T Mar 15 12pm-3 Briggs Lesson Plan Supply List
Dynamic Acrylic Painting
Explore distinct and different strategies for creating dynamic paintings with acrylics; discover how to make a visual impact, explore elements of aesthetics, color and value as illusion and inspiration. Previous acrylic painting experience recommended. Supplies List. $162
W Mar 30-May 4 6pm-9 Kinker Lesson Plan/Supply List
APRIL
Clay Fundamentals I
Open to all experience levels; learn new skills in this project-oriented class which explores functional and decorative art. Work in clay as you learn the basics of hand-building, explore 3-D design, and practice at the wheel. This friendly day group provides a supportive and engaging clay experience. First bag of clay, firings, and tools included. $120
Sess. 2 M Apr 4-Apr25 12pm-3 Bommarito
Mixed Media to Collage
Collage is a familiar technique in contemporary art. Assemble and layer your artwork with fragments of paintings, drawings, photos and ephemera. Discover innovative ways to create new artwork from old, learning important techniques regarding design, composition and color. Investigate collage with the freedom of experimentation and artistic expression. Supplies list. $132
M Apr 4-Apr 25 6:30pm-9 Holtzman Lesson Plan/ Supplies List
Masterful Greeting Card Series
Create your own greeting cards inspired by famous artists during this one-hour lunch time series. Each session will include a brief introduction to the artist and their work. Come make your own series of cards just in time for Mother’s Day. Sign up for one or all four. Supplies included. Five cards provided for every student, additional cards can be purchased for 50 cents each. $10
Sess. 3 Waves of Hokusai T Apr 5 12pm-1 Solley AC (875 Brooks St.)
Wheel Throwing
Advanced wheel-throwing methods include combining wheel, extruded and hand-built elements. Intermediate/ advanced students will be learning more advanced functional and decorative projects such as dinnerware, lidded jars and casseroles. Demonstrations and individual instruction are key elements to this class. First bag of clay and firings included. Tools available for purchase or bring your own. $220
T Apr 5-May 24 6pm-9 Kissel
From Drawing to Printmaking
Take your learned methods and strategies of drawing to a new level and apply them towards the art of original hand-pulled prints. Discover this versatile medium and new creative ways to expand your artistic horizons. Using monotype, engraving, and solar plate printmaking techniques you will create a series of your own unique type of prints. Previous drawing experience recommended. Inks and materials included. Paper and solar plates for purchase. $125
W Apr 6-May 4 5:30pm-8 Clark Atelier 6000 (389 Scalehouse Ct. #120)
Watercolor Figure Painting with Ellie Weakley
Working with dressed models, learn how to see, draw and paint portrait and figure in colorful transitions in Watercolor. Ellie will share her unique formula for drawing the portrait and capturing it in watercolor. Learn how to add warm and cool expressive color transitions to skin tones, hair and fabrics. This class is for experienced beginners to advanced students. Supplies list. $250
W-F April 6-8 9:30am-4 Weakley AC (875 Brooks St.)
Open Clay Studio
Limited to intermediate and advanced students, this class allows clay students the opportunity to pursue their own direction at their own pace. No instructor present. Students need to be independent in their studio work. Bring your own tools, or purchase at the studio. Clay $15/bag and firings $.025/cubic inch. $125
Sess. 3 TH Apr 7-May 5 10am-3pm Staff
Advanced Hand-Building
Participants will discover the joy and versatility of creating hand-built ceramic objects. Techniques including slab construction, slump molding, coil building, pinch forming and tile making will be demonstrated and discussed. This class will emphasize general growth and development through demonstration and hands-on practice. First bag of clay and firings included, tools available for purchase or bring your own. $199
TH Apr 7-May 26 6pm-9 Kimmerling
“Slice of Life” Oil Painting
Working from photographs, students will learn to capture the essence of a moment, person, or event in oils. Class format will encourage the completion a painting each day. Instructional emphasis will be on value and composition, exploring more deeply these two critical elements. Your personal photographs will be used to inspire your creativity. Previous oil painting experience recommended. Supplies list. $155
TH Apr 7-May 5 6pm-9 Shuck Lesson Plan/Supply List
The Creative Page
Combine the power of words with the beauty of art in your art journal. You will learn to build rich and seemingly complex pages for your text, words, mini collages, photos, poetry and other artistic endeavors. Using gesso, watercolor, pens and markers, each page will become a work of art.
Bring a 8x10 spiral book with watercolor pages. Supplies included. $110
F Apr 8-Apr 15 10am-3 Newbold Lesson Plan
Improve Your Drawing
In this one-day workshop you will greatly improve your drawing skills by using a series of set-up exercises to enhance your natural ability to draw. This class will help to expand your ability to create volume, work with perspective, gesture drawing, contour drawing, negative space, and shading. Learn the language of line. Previous drawing experience recommended. Supplies list. $70
F Apr 122 10am-4:30 Berry Lesson Plan/ Supplies List
Mosaic Art
Mosaic art is one of the world's oldest, most durable and functional art forms. Learn about the history, materials and tools as you create unique pieces of functional or decorative artwork. Tools, supplies and some materials are provided. Open to all experience levels. $144
M Apr 25-Jun 6 6pm-9 Dunlavy
Sun Plaques
Enjoy the cheer of the sun when you create terracotta sun plaques for your home or garden. Using terracotta clay you will make a fanciful plaque based on a human or animal face inspired by the sun plaques of Mexico. Clay and firing included. $40
W Apr 27 6pm-9 Kimmerling
MAY
Clay Fundamentals II
Building on skills learned in Clay Fundamentals I, learn new skills in this project-oriented class which explores functional and decorative art. Work in clay as you learn the basics of hand-building, explore 3-D design, and practice at the wheel. This friendly day group provides a supportive and engaging clay experience. First bag of clay, firings, and tools included. $ 120
Sess. 2 M May 2-May 23 12pm-3 Bommarito
Masterful Greeting Card Series
Create your own greeting cards inspired by famous artists during this one-hour lunch time series. Each session will include a brief introduction to the artist and their work. Come make your own series of cards just in time for Mother’s Day. Sign up for one or all four. Supplies included. Five cards provided for every student, additional cards can be purchased for 50 cents each. $10
Sess. 4 Nolde’s Poppies T May 3 12pm-1 Solley AC (875 Brooks St.)
Paper Dolls
Create your very own personalized paper dolls using the art of collage and your own ephemera. Whether you are whimsical or feeling surreal, this one-day workshop will provide you with the inspiration to be a kid again, just in time for Mother’s Day! $55
SA May 7 10am-3pm Holtzman Lesson Plan/ Supplies List
Haiku Nature Printing
Working with natural printmaking objects: leaves, twigs, feathers, grasses, etc. you will design and compose your images and write haiku poetry to illustrate or complement your print. Finally, you will learn a simple bookbinding technique to create a book highlighting your prints and poems. Supplies list. $66
W May 11-May 25 6pm-8 Merickel Lesson Plan/ Supplies List
Open Clay Studio
Limited to intermediate and advanced students, this class allows clay students the opportunity to pursue their own direction at their own pace. No instructor present. Students need to be independent in their studio work. Bring your own tools, or purchase at the studio. Clay $15/bag and firings $.025/cubic inch. $125
Sess. 4 TH May 12-Jun 9 10am-3pm Staff
Portrait Drawing
Explore the strength and lines of the face, whether it is yourself or a pet. Warm-up with gestures and contours. Develop techniques that are applicable for use with other styles while increasing your knowledge and ability. Bring a sketchpad (18x24) Model fees included. $137
TH May 12-Jun 9 6pm-9 Hansen
Terracotta Ceramic Garden
Also called earthenware, this beautiful red clay is known mostly for its use as flower pots. You will learn about the properties of this low-fire clay, interesting uses such as bird feeders, garden sculptures and outdoor containers, as well as experiment with different surface finishes. First bag of clay, firings, and tools included. $120
W May 18-Jun 8 6pm-9 Bommarito
GOLDEN Acrylics Demo/Lecture
This special lecture frm the GOLDEN Working Artist Program covers acrylics from “A” to “Z,” including the acrylic medium, pigments, color mixing, glazing, gels, grounds, varnishing and health and safety. All attendees receive GOLDEN amples and free literature. The lecture is practical, educational, technically informative and inspirational. You will leave the lecture enthusiastic to explore the extensive potential of acrylic painting. $5
F May 20 6pm-8 Loomis-Dietz
GOLDEN Acyrlis Workshop: Clean Color Mixing for The Acrylic Painter
Come and discover the beauty secrets of color and learn about the pigment characteristics that allow the painter to skillfully mix clean color! Learn the difference between the traditional mineral pigments and the new array to modern pigments. Develop color notes as you explore pigment realities such as: transparency / opacity, intensity and value. We will define the properties required to master glazing and how to achieve opacity. Compare matte and gloss mediums to control translucency and surface sheen. Examine zinc and titanium white and their unique tinting options. Iridescent and interference acrylics will be explored to create new shimmering hues. This workshop will help you acquire the color knowledge to develop your personal palette! Begin to save time and money... solve your color mysteries and perhaps even avoid some of those painful creative blocks. ALL Acrylic paint, mediums and gels are provided by GOLDEN Artist Colors. $95
SA May 21 10am-3 Loomis-Dietz
Practical Digital Photography
With an introduction to basic photographic principals of composition, depth of field and motion this two-day workshop will take you from the classroom to the field. In our second day you will take a tour of roundabout art in Bend where we will put our photographic techniques into practice. $77
SA-SU May 21-May 22 1pm-5 Bacca AC (875 Brooks St.) Lesson Plan/ Supplies List
JUNE
Spring Flowers En Plein Air
Capture the allure of flowers in acrylic by learning to design your paintings with the use of value. Master the use of negative space, color, and contrast to create impactful paintings. Paint from life using directional light to create stunning visual effects. Learn to lead the eye through your paintings using special visual illusions. Previous acrylic experience recommended. Supplies List. $70
SA Jun 4 9am-4pm Berry Lesson Plan/ Supplies List
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