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YOUTH CLASSES
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. 
Elementary Painting Fundamentals
Sundays, 2:00-4:00 pm

​Session C: March 5, 12, 19, 26 
Session D: April 2, 16, 23, 30 
Session E: May 7, 21, 28 
Session F: June 4, 11, 25
Session G: July 9, 16, 23, 30

Grades 1-5
$60/$55 member

Dallas Gossett, Instructor
Student artists will learn and apply the fundamentals of creating art in a studio setting. We will explore the basics of painting and develop new skills, including basic vocabulary and techniques. The goal is to give students a solid foundation for future creative endeavors - and to have FUN!
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Drawing Fundamentals
Sundays, 11:30 am-1:00 pm

Session D: April 2, 16, 23, 30 
Session E: May 7, 21, 28
Session F: June 4, 11, 25
Session G: July 9, 16, 23, 30

Grades 1-5
$60/$55 member

Dallas Gossett, Instructor
This class will focus on the fundamentals of drawing: elements of art, composition, proportion, perspective, spatial relationships, volume, light and shadow, value, and texture. This class will enhance students’ observational skills and enable their application of work. Visual perception will be explored and students will learn how to record what they observe.
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Studio Night
Mondays, 5:00-7:00 pm

Session C: March 6, 13, 20, 27  
Session D: April 3, 10, 17, 24
Session E: May 1, 8, 15, 22
Session F: June 5, 12, 19, 26
​Session G: July 10, 17, 24, 31

Grades 6-12
$60/$55 member
Dallas Gossett, Instructor
Learn how to communicate through art while developing skills in many different media including painting, sewing, and ceramics.​
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Button Bugs
Saturday, March 4, 1:00-2:00 pm
Ages 5-12
Lisa Schorr, instructor

$10/$8 members 
Young hands will use their creative minds to design bugs using the classic clothing staple, the button. As kids create their own button bugs, adults can take advantage of the time and visit the Ann W. Rudolph Button Collection in the Lower Gallery. ​
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Tie Dye Workshop 
Ages 10-adult
Friday, March 24, 4:30-6:30 pm 
Dallas Gossett, instructor

$30/$25 members 
Using basic tie dye techniques, students will create a one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art that will leave you feeling groovy. Please provide your T-shirt size when registering.  ​
Ceramic Cups 
Thursdays, March 30 and April 6, 6:30-8:00 pm 

Ages 10-adult
$25/$20 members
​Peg Mahler, instructor 

Come make your own ceramic cups with us! Students will be guided through the making and glazing process to produce their unique, food-safe cup. After final firing, cups will be ready for pick up. ​
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Decorative Arts Center of Ohio
145 E. Main St.
Lancaster, Ohio 43130
Phone: 740-681-1423