We have implemented some new policies for the safety of our students and teachers. We are keeping classes small and socially distanced. Face coverings are welcome, as is hand washing/sanitizing. We are cleaning regularly and have upgraded our HVAC system.
HIGH SCHOOL AND
ADULT CLASSES
Wednesday Watercolor May 18
Six week session: May 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, and 22
3:00-5:00pm
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 members
Each week students will begin a new painting from photos or a still life. Instruction in composition, color and painting techniques are covered. Students in this class are to bring their own watercolor supplies.
Wednesday Watercolor June 29
Six week session: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27, and August 3
3:00-5:00pm
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 members
Each week students will begin a new painting from photos or a still life. Instruction in composition, color and painting techniques are covered. Students in this class are to bring their own watercolor supplies.
ADULT CLASSES
Wednesday Watercolor May 18
Six week session: May 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, and 22
3:00-5:00pm
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 members
Each week students will begin a new painting from photos or a still life. Instruction in composition, color and painting techniques are covered. Students in this class are to bring their own watercolor supplies.
Wednesday Watercolor June 29
Six week session: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27, and August 3
3:00-5:00pm
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 members
Each week students will begin a new painting from photos or a still life. Instruction in composition, color and painting techniques are covered. Students in this class are to bring their own watercolor supplies.
Register for Watercolor Wednesdays
Beginning Watercolor May 18
Six week session: Wednesdays, May 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, and 22
12:00-1:30pm
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 members
A perfect introduction to Watercolor! Come learn the basics of painting in watercolor. Instruction in composition, color and painting techniques are covered. Supplies are provided for this class.
Beginning Watercolor June 29
Six week session: Wednesdays, June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27, and August 3
12:00-1:30pm
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 members
A perfect introduction to Watercolor! Come learn the basics of painting in watercolor. Instruction in composition, color and painting techniques are covered. Supplies are provided for this class.
Six week session: Wednesdays, May 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, and 22
12:00-1:30pm
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 members
A perfect introduction to Watercolor! Come learn the basics of painting in watercolor. Instruction in composition, color and painting techniques are covered. Supplies are provided for this class.
Beginning Watercolor June 29
Six week session: Wednesdays, June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27, and August 3
12:00-1:30pm
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 members
A perfect introduction to Watercolor! Come learn the basics of painting in watercolor. Instruction in composition, color and painting techniques are covered. Supplies are provided for this class.
Register for Beginning Watercolor
Finding the Artist Inside
Saturday, April 30, 11:00 am-4:00 pm
Ages 18+
$60/$55 member, lunch included
Lisa Schorr, Instructor
Rediscover your inner artist and the joy of creation. Design your own silk scarf and add your favorite colors to create a one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art. Hand-mold your own decorative art, a pottery piece, out of air-drying clay. Relax and enjoy a catered lunch and enjoy the artful activities that are sure to bring out your creative side. Beginners welcome.
Please list any dietary restrictions when registering.
Saturday, April 30, 11:00 am-4:00 pm
Ages 18+
$60/$55 member, lunch included
Lisa Schorr, Instructor
Rediscover your inner artist and the joy of creation. Design your own silk scarf and add your favorite colors to create a one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art. Hand-mold your own decorative art, a pottery piece, out of air-drying clay. Relax and enjoy a catered lunch and enjoy the artful activities that are sure to bring out your creative side. Beginners welcome.
Please list any dietary restrictions when registering.
Mondays in May Plein Air Painting
Mondays, May 9, 16, 23, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Rising Park
Free
The Decorative Arts Center of Ohio is happy to offer an opportunity to experience plein air painting or to find out what it is all about. Join Lisa Schorr as she plein air paints in beautiful Rising Park. You must furnish all your own equipment and art supplies. You may come with a simple drawing pad and pencil to sketch or just observe and ask questions, it’s entirely up to you. Look for the DACO banner in Rising Park. This is an informal gathering, open to all.
Mondays, May 9, 16, 23, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Rising Park
Free
The Decorative Arts Center of Ohio is happy to offer an opportunity to experience plein air painting or to find out what it is all about. Join Lisa Schorr as she plein air paints in beautiful Rising Park. You must furnish all your own equipment and art supplies. You may come with a simple drawing pad and pencil to sketch or just observe and ask questions, it’s entirely up to you. Look for the DACO banner in Rising Park. This is an informal gathering, open to all.
Plein Air Painting with Jeff Stahler
Friday, June 3, 7:30-10:30 pm
$40/$35 members
Jeff Stahler, Instructor
Jeff Stahler is a cartoonist and watercolorist. He began as an editorial cartoonist with the Columbus Citizen Journal (1983-84), The Cincinnati Post (1985 – 2005), the Columbus Dispatch (2005 – 2011) and currently syndicated with Universal UClick. Jeff created the nationally syndicated comic panel, ‘Moderately Confused ’since 2003. He returned to watercolor painting and took up painting en plein air. He enjoys it so much that he now leads classes. Join Jeff and bring your own painting supplies, chair, umbrella, sunscreen, water, etc. Class will begin in the Wendel Center before going out to paint.
Friday, June 3, 7:30-10:30 pm
$40/$35 members
Jeff Stahler, Instructor
Jeff Stahler is a cartoonist and watercolorist. He began as an editorial cartoonist with the Columbus Citizen Journal (1983-84), The Cincinnati Post (1985 – 2005), the Columbus Dispatch (2005 – 2011) and currently syndicated with Universal UClick. Jeff created the nationally syndicated comic panel, ‘Moderately Confused ’since 2003. He returned to watercolor painting and took up painting en plein air. He enjoys it so much that he now leads classes. Join Jeff and bring your own painting supplies, chair, umbrella, sunscreen, water, etc. Class will begin in the Wendel Center before going out to paint.
Register for Plein Air Painting with Jeff Stahler
Smartphone Photography
Saturday, June 18, 1:00-3:00 pm
Ages 16+
$35/$30 members
Using your smartphone, this one-day class will cover photography basics. The class will be led by Nate Thomson, Athens Photographic Project’s director and his team.
Saturday, June 18, 1:00-3:00 pm
Ages 16+
$35/$30 members
Using your smartphone, this one-day class will cover photography basics. The class will be led by Nate Thomson, Athens Photographic Project’s director and his team.
Register for Smartphone Photography
How to Light Up Your Instagram
Sunday, August 7, 11:00 am-1:00 pm
All Ages
$35/$30 members
Approachable techniques with everyday objects and lighting to create eye popping artistic portraits for your social media. Photographer Shane Wynn will teach you how to best frame and light your photos. No experience necessary, bring your own phone or camera.
Sunday, August 7, 11:00 am-1:00 pm
All Ages
$35/$30 members
Approachable techniques with everyday objects and lighting to create eye popping artistic portraits for your social media. Photographer Shane Wynn will teach you how to best frame and light your photos. No experience necessary, bring your own phone or camera.
Register for How to Light Up Your Instagram
High School
Creating Cartoons 101
Saturdays, May 7, 14, 21, and 28, 1:00-3:00 pm
Ages 13-17
$50/$45 member
Anna Vigorito, Instructor
Student artists will learn the importance of visual narrative by creating their own comics in a supportive setting. Let's share ideas and learn new techniques together!
Saturdays, May 7, 14, 21, and 28, 1:00-3:00 pm
Ages 13-17
$50/$45 member
Anna Vigorito, Instructor
Student artists will learn the importance of visual narrative by creating their own comics in a supportive setting. Let's share ideas and learn new techniques together!