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
Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00pm
Six week sessions:
D: June 12, 19, July 3, 10, 24, 31
A: August 14, 21, 28, September 4, 11, 18
B: September 25, October 2, 9, 23, November 13
C: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 18, January 8
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 member per session
Improve your watercolor skills by learning about composition, color, and painting techniques in this fun Wednesday class. Each week, students will begin a new painting from a photograph or a still life. Students should bring their own watercolor supplies.
ADULT CLASSES
Wednesday Watercolor
Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00pm
Six week sessions:
D: June 12, 19, July 3, 10, 24, 31
A: August 14, 21, 28, September 4, 11, 18
B: September 25, October 2, 9, 23, November 13
C: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 18, January 8
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 member per session
Improve your watercolor skills by learning about composition, color, and painting techniques in this fun Wednesday class. Each week, students will begin a new painting from a photograph or a still life. Students should bring their own watercolor supplies.
Register for Watercolor Wednesdays
Watercolor 101
Wednesdays, 12:00-1:30pm
Six week sessions:
D: June 12, 19, July 3, 10, 24, 31
A: August 14, 21, 28, September 4, 11, 18
B: September 25, October 2, 9, 23, November 13
C: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 18, January 8
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 member per session
Designed for individuals who are toward the beginning of their watercolor journey, this class further explores the basics of painting using this medium. Topics covered in this six-week course include composition, color and painting techniques. Watercolor supplies are provided.
Wednesdays, 12:00-1:30pm
Six week sessions:
D: June 12, 19, July 3, 10, 24, 31
A: August 14, 21, 28, September 4, 11, 18
B: September 25, October 2, 9, 23, November 13
C: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 18, January 8
Lisa Schorr, instructor
$75/$68 member per session
Designed for individuals who are toward the beginning of their watercolor journey, this class further explores the basics of painting using this medium. Topics covered in this six-week course include composition, color and painting techniques. Watercolor supplies are provided.
Register for Watercolor 101
Thursday, August 8 Wand Making
Session A: 11:00am-12:30pm
Session B: 3:00-4:30pm
Ages 10+
$20/$18 member
We invite you to join Lisa Schorr and Dallas Gossett to make your very own wand. Choose the wood and embellishments that are right for you and create your magical masterpiece!
Space is limited
Session A: 11:00am-12:30pm
Session B: 3:00-4:30pm
Ages 10+
$20/$18 member
We invite you to join Lisa Schorr and Dallas Gossett to make your very own wand. Choose the wood and embellishments that are right for you and create your magical masterpiece!
Space is limited
Register for Session A
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Register for Session B
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Friday, August 9 Wand Making
Session C: 11:00am-12:30pm
Session D: 3:00-4:30pm
Session E: 6:00-7:30pm
Ages 10+
$20/$18 member
We invite you to join Lisa Schorr and Dallas Gossett to make your very own wand. Choose the wood and embellishments that are right for you and create your magical masterpiece!
Space is limited
Session C: 11:00am-12:30pm
Session D: 3:00-4:30pm
Session E: 6:00-7:30pm
Ages 10+
$20/$18 member
We invite you to join Lisa Schorr and Dallas Gossett to make your very own wand. Choose the wood and embellishments that are right for you and create your magical masterpiece!
Space is limited
Register for Session C
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Register for Session D
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Register for Session E
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Pin Hole Camera
Saturdays, September 7, 14, and 21, 1:00-3:00pm
Dan King, instructor
Ages 16+
$125/$115 member
Dive into the world of photography by building your very own pinhole camera. Learn how to construct this type of camera, take photographs and learn basic developing chemistry and techniques.
Saturdays, September 7, 14, and 21, 1:00-3:00pm
Dan King, instructor
Ages 16+
$125/$115 member
Dive into the world of photography by building your very own pinhole camera. Learn how to construct this type of camera, take photographs and learn basic developing chemistry and techniques.
Register for Pin Hole Camera
Expressive Pen and Wash
Saturday, October 26 and Sunday, October 27, 9:30am-4:00pm
Yuki Hall, instructor
$185/$166 member for 2-day workshop
Pen & Wash is a wonderful method to capture the essence of a scene quickly with minimal supplies. In this 2-day workshop, you will learn about different types of pens and their usage. You will also learn how to avoid a rigid coloring-in style of painting, but to instead execute it with expressive lines with confident brush marks which reflect humanness and finesse. Methods of blending colors on the paper to freshness will also be discussed. Yuki Hall is an award-winning watercolor artist known for her loose style and spontaneous approach to working with the medium. She holds a signature membership to the Transparent Watercolor Society of America, Ohio Watercolor Society and Whiskey Painters of America.
The workshop fee includes 3 different types of permanent pens and 1 blend-able pen, plus watercolor paper. Bring your watercolor paints, brushes and other supplies that you enjoy using to paint.
Saturday, October 26 and Sunday, October 27, 9:30am-4:00pm
Yuki Hall, instructor
$185/$166 member for 2-day workshop
Pen & Wash is a wonderful method to capture the essence of a scene quickly with minimal supplies. In this 2-day workshop, you will learn about different types of pens and their usage. You will also learn how to avoid a rigid coloring-in style of painting, but to instead execute it with expressive lines with confident brush marks which reflect humanness and finesse. Methods of blending colors on the paper to freshness will also be discussed. Yuki Hall is an award-winning watercolor artist known for her loose style and spontaneous approach to working with the medium. She holds a signature membership to the Transparent Watercolor Society of America, Ohio Watercolor Society and Whiskey Painters of America.
The workshop fee includes 3 different types of permanent pens and 1 blend-able pen, plus watercolor paper. Bring your watercolor paints, brushes and other supplies that you enjoy using to paint.
Register for Expressive Pen and Wash
Make and Outfit a Cloth Doll
Thursdays, November 7, 14, and 21, 5:30-7:00pm
Lisa Schorr and Dallas Gossett, instructors
Ages 12+
$75/$68 member
Learn to hand sew and machine sew a charming small cloth body doll in this delightful workshop. Discover techniques to make stuffing the doll a breeze, choose from several different hairstyles, and add unique facial features to make her truly yours. You’ll also create a handmade wardrobe and accessories, as well as a carrying case.
Thursdays, November 7, 14, and 21, 5:30-7:00pm
Lisa Schorr and Dallas Gossett, instructors
Ages 12+
$75/$68 member
Learn to hand sew and machine sew a charming small cloth body doll in this delightful workshop. Discover techniques to make stuffing the doll a breeze, choose from several different hairstyles, and add unique facial features to make her truly yours. You’ll also create a handmade wardrobe and accessories, as well as a carrying case.
Register for Make and Outfit a Cloth Doll
Kantha Wrap
Friday, November 15, 6:00-8:00pm
Nikki Barker, instructor
$85/$77 member
Discover the art of working with Kantha cloth, a material rich in history and vibrant with colors and patterns. Made from several layers of repurposed fabric, Kantha cloth is both lightweight and strong, offering a soft texture perfect for blankets. In this class, you will use basic sewing skills and a sewing machine to create a cozy cocoon-style wrap.
Friday, November 15, 6:00-8:00pm
Nikki Barker, instructor
$85/$77 member
Discover the art of working with Kantha cloth, a material rich in history and vibrant with colors and patterns. Made from several layers of repurposed fabric, Kantha cloth is both lightweight and strong, offering a soft texture perfect for blankets. In this class, you will use basic sewing skills and a sewing machine to create a cozy cocoon-style wrap.
Register for Kantha Wrap
Putz House
Sunday, December 1, 1:00-3:00pm
Lisa Schorr and Dallas Gossett, instructors
Ages 12+
$25/$20 member
Join us in the timeless tradition of crafting Putz houses, charming handmade structures created from cardstock, cardboard and paper. Originating in Germany at the turn of the century and later made in Japan, these collectible houses have a rich history. Each December at DACO, we continue this beloved tradition. Come create your own Putz house or an entire village and bring a piece of this enchanting heritage into your home.
Sunday, December 1, 1:00-3:00pm
Lisa Schorr and Dallas Gossett, instructors
Ages 12+
$25/$20 member
Join us in the timeless tradition of crafting Putz houses, charming handmade structures created from cardstock, cardboard and paper. Originating in Germany at the turn of the century and later made in Japan, these collectible houses have a rich history. Each December at DACO, we continue this beloved tradition. Come create your own Putz house or an entire village and bring a piece of this enchanting heritage into your home.
Register for Putz House
Artist Trading Cards
Friday, December 13, 6:00-8:00pm
Nikki Barker, instructor
$25/$20 member
Discover the fascinating world of Artist Trading Cards (ATC), a conceptual art project initiated by Swiss artist M. Vänçi Stirnemann in 1997, which he called a Collaborative Cultural Performance. These unique, self-made works of art measure 2.5 by 3.5 inches—the same size as modern trading cards or playing cards. In this class, you will design and create your own ATC, signing and dating each piece on the reverse.
Friday, December 13, 6:00-8:00pm
Nikki Barker, instructor
$25/$20 member
Discover the fascinating world of Artist Trading Cards (ATC), a conceptual art project initiated by Swiss artist M. Vänçi Stirnemann in 1997, which he called a Collaborative Cultural Performance. These unique, self-made works of art measure 2.5 by 3.5 inches—the same size as modern trading cards or playing cards. In this class, you will design and create your own ATC, signing and dating each piece on the reverse.
Register for Artist Trading Cards
High School
Studio Night
Mondays, 5:00-7:00 pm
Session E: July 8, 15, 22, 29
Session F: August 5, 12, 19, 26
Grades 6-12
Dallas Gossett, Instructor
$60/$55 member
Students will discover the power of artistic expression while exploring various mediums such as painting, sewing, ceramics and more. With the guidance of a skilled instructor, students will develop new techniques as they bring their artistic visions to life.
Mondays, 5:00-7:00 pm
Session E: July 8, 15, 22, 29
Session F: August 5, 12, 19, 26
Grades 6-12
Dallas Gossett, Instructor
$60/$55 member
Students will discover the power of artistic expression while exploring various mediums such as painting, sewing, ceramics and more. With the guidance of a skilled instructor, students will develop new techniques as they bring their artistic visions to life.
Register for August