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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 and A6, the Atelier 6000 Print Studio, offer fun, dynamic classes and workshops for adults too.

Information on registration, cancellation and refund policies is located at the bottom of the page.

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."

Fall Schedule!

SEPTEMBER

Day Clay
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. $180
Sess. 1 M Sept 27- Nov 1 12pm-3 Bommarito

Terracotta Containers
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 cups, bowls, vases, and outdoor containers, as well as experiment with different surface finishes. First bag of clay, firings, and tools included. $90
M Sept 27- Oct 11 6pm-9 Bommarito

Masters of Color
With a focus on mixed-media, we will look at and discuss some of the greatest colorists in painting: Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Mark Rothko. Class will cover basic color theory, including color mixing in various paint mediums. Previous drawing experience recommended. Supplies included. $120
TH Sept 30-Nov 4 6pm-8 Bullwinkel

Clay Open Studio~ Thursdays
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. $90
Sess.1 TH Sept 30-Oct 28 10am-3 Art Station Staff

October

Clay Open Studio~ Sundays
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. $75
Sess.1 Su Oct 3- 31 12pm-3 Simmons

Oil Painting I
An introduction to the fundamentals of oil painting. Learn oil painting skills through demos, discussions, and practice, with an overview of materials, color mixing, and composition. Paints included. Previous drawing experience recommended. Supplies List. $120
T Oct 5-26 12pm-3 Shuck

Clay Basics I
Learn the fundamentals of ceramic art including hand-building techniques, wheel-throwing and glazing. With frequent demos, individualized instruction and lots of practice, you will build a solid foundation in ceramic art. The focus of this class will be on exploration and experimentation not prodeuct. First bag of clay, firings, and tools included. $220
T/TH Oct 5 -28 6pm-9 Kissel

All About Glaze
An introduction to different glazes and various low and high fire glazing techniques. Students will learn glaze mixing, application, and safe studio methods. Please bring your own bisqueware. Beginning to intermediate students. Low and high fire glazes included. $120
W Oct 6-27 6pm-9 Bommarito

The Artful Sketchbook
Learn visual journaling by using simple and fun techniques in the creation of your own, personal sketchbook. The goal of the workshop is to encourage you to sketch what you see intuitively without fears or inhibitions. 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 Oct 11-25 6pm-9 Holtzman

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 Oct 12-Dec 7 6pm-9 Berry

Capturing Twilight at Mirror Pond
En plein air, students will be capturing the last light of day on historic Mirror Pond. Bring your favorite medium (watercolor recommended) and learn to sketch and paint in nature. $60
W/TH Oct 13-14 4pm-7 Holtzman (875 Brooks St)

Watercolor and Mixed Media for the Traveling Artist
With your journal under your arm and a few painting supplies, you will be ready to capture memories of your travel experiences. Students will explore ways to make their watercolor travel journal interesting and reflective of their experiences through painting landscapes, vignettes and memoirs, and by incorporating collected treasured items. Basic Watercolor skills recommended. Supplies List, plus $20 materials fee paid to instructor.
$80
F Oct 15-22 10am-3pm Newold (875 Brooks St)

Expressive Drawing and Acrylic Painting
A fun workshop that focuses on playful exploration of abstract acrylic painting. Practical principles of painting, combined with an approach to working more expressively, intuitively, and gesturally will be presented. Use of color, value, and harmony of design will be discussed as participants explore various exercises that incorporate drawing with watercolor crayons; layering using acrylic mediums mixed with paint; and additive and subtractive techniques of painting. Supplies included, paper available for purchase. $154
S/Su Oct 16-17 9am-4pm Bird

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
SU Oct 17 10am-3pm Nguyen (875 Brooks St)

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 Oct 18-Nov 22 6pm-9 Dunlavy

Luminous Watercolors
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. $35
Sess.1 M Oct 25 12:30pm-3 Briggs

November

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. $144
M Nov 1- Dec 13 (no class Nov 22) 10am-12:00 Briggs

Holiday Art Cards
Don’t buy holiday cards this year make your own! Create a series of fun, festive and unique holiday greetings using simple techniques. Utilizing image transfer, collage, watercolor, and rubber stamping students will personalize their greeting cards. Students will also learn how to create unique handmade envelopes. All skill levels welcome. Supplies included. Please bring your own holiday themed ephemera, including old photographs to embellish and personalize your creations. $99
Sess. 1 M Nov 1-15 6pm-9 Holtzman

Oil Painting II
In this class we will continue to expand on what we’ve learned in Oil Painting I working with basic color palettes and still life subjects. Teaching methods will be through discussion and demonstrations; also students will learn about different brushes and media. Previous oil painting experience recommended. Supplies list. $144
T Nov 2- Dec 14 (no class Nov 23) 12pm-3 Shuck

Clay Basics II
As a continuation of Clay Basics, students will hone their skills in the fundamentals of ceramic art including hand-building techniques, wheel-throwing and glazing to create inventive work. Practice refining your technique and experimenting with your own personal style and expression. First bag of clay, firings, and tools included. $220
T/TH Nov 2- Dec 2 (no class Nov 23 & 25) 6pm-9 Kissel

Clay Open Studio~Wednesdays
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. $45
Sess.1 W Nov 3- 17 6pm-9 Bybee

Clay Open Studio~Thursdays
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. $45
Sess.2 TH Nov 4-18 (studio closed Nov 25) 10am-3 Art Station Staff

Toasty Cabled Wristwarmers
Learn to knit your own fashionable and cozy cabled wristwarmers in the historic setting of Arts Central. Students will learn to construct the small tube and gussets using techniques such as knitting in the round on double point needles, and creating the cable stitch to make a useful and versatile gift. Basic knitting skills recommended. Supplies List. $54
Su Nov 7-21 1pm-3 Nguyen (875 Brooks St)

Dynamic 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. $144
W Nov 10-Dec 15 (no class Nov 24) 6pm-9 Kinker

Figure Drawing
An introduction to drawing from a live, clothed model. Students will practice and experiment with a variety of techniques, poses, and materials, including gesture drawings and short/long poses. Class is suitable for beginning to advanced students. Supplies list. $90
TH Nov 11- Dec 16 (no class Nov 25) 6pm-8:30 Shuck

December

Clay Open Studio~Thursdays
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. $45
Sess.3 TH Dec 2-16 10am-3 Art Station Staff

The Good, the Bad and the Beauty of Watercolor
Everyone knows how to make a color wheel but do you know how to use it? Learn the characteristics of the paints on your palette and how they interact. Using watercolor as the medium, you will learn the secrets of mixing colors to create vibrant watercolors. In this class we will explore how to make bright colors glow by neutralizing their surroundings and create vivid lustrous whites by using complementary colors. All of your colorful studies will be done on Arches 140 lb. paper and then bound into your very own 4” x 6” spiral wire book. Fitting easily into your supply bag, it will become an important color reference in your artistic journeys. Basic Watercolor skills recommended. Supplies List, plus $20 materials fee paid to instructor. $88
F Dec 3-10 10am-3:30pm Newbold (875 Brooks St)

Art Station :: Adult Clay

Art Station has a fully equipped clay studio including the following. We feature small classes with plenty of individualized attention.

24" Northstar slab roller
Seven throwing wheels
Extruder with multiple dies
Wedging table
Skutt 1227 Electric Kiln with automatic controller
Cone10 Reduction Gas Kiln
Raku Fiber Kiln
Multiple plaster molds for hand-building

All Art Station adult clay classes include:

Glazes, High fire, Cone 10
Gas Reduction Firing, Cone 10

STUDENTS MUST PURCHASE CLAY AND BRING OR PURCHASE TOOLS. Tool kits will be available for purchase on the first day of class for $17.