Art and Clay Classes
Embark on a journey of artistic expression with our Visual Arts classes! Unleash your creativity and explore a world where imagination knows no bounds. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist looking to refine your skills, our diverse range of courses offers something for everyone. From drawing and painting to pottery and fiber arts, our experienced instructors will guide you through techniques and concepts while fostering your unique artistic voice. Join us and let your creativity soar!
*Deadline to register for classes is 48 hours in advance unless otherwise noted.*
APRIL 2024
HANDBUILT POTTERY (ages 18+)
Sundays, 12:00 — 2:30 pm
$120 for 6 week session
April 14—May 19
Instructor: Grace Reiter
Register at the Recreation Center Front Desk or call 513-563-2247
Join us at the Evendale Cultural Arts Center for a new pottery hand-building class! Whatever you can make on the pottery wheel you can make with hand-building techniques! This class will teach ways to make functional pottery using soft clay slabs, including mugs and steins, platters, bowls, vases, planters and more! We’ll cover processes for how to prepare, make, glaze and fire your work, and play with templates, forms and textures. Bring your imagination and learn about the wide world of hand-building to create keepsakes and pieces you can gift or keep and use in your own kitchen. Grace Markley-Reiter is a local self-taught potter who has been hand-building and teaching ceramics for more than 20 years. Learn more about Grace’s work here.
LEARN HOW TO DRAW! (AGES 10+)
Mondays, 4:30 — 6:30 pm
April 15—May 20
$99 for 6 week session
Instructor: Chris Taulbee
Register at the Recreation Center Front Desk or call 513-563-2247
This six week introductory course designed for youth ages 10+ teaches the basic skills and vocabulary of drawing from observation. Drawing materials and paper are provided but students are invited to bring their own materials if they please.
LEARN HOW TO DRAW PEOPLE! (AGES 18+)
Mondays, 6:30 — 8:30 pm
April 15—May 20
$99 for 6 week session
Instructor: Chris Taulbee
Register at the Recreation Center Front Desk or call 513-563-2247
This six week course will help artists of all experience levels hone their skills in drawing the human figure from observation. Drawing supplies and paper is supplied but students are invited to bring their own materials if they please.
CRASH COURSE IN CLAY (ages 18+)
Tuesdays, 3:30 — 6 pm OR 6 — 8:30 pm
April 16—May 21
$140 for 6 week session
Instructor: Chris Taulbee
Register at the Recreation Center Front Desk or call 513-563-2247
This six week course will introduce students into the basic techniques used in making both wheel thrown and hand-built ceramic pots. Class includes 25 lbs of clay, a 2 sq ft cubicle for storing your work, and up to 25 glazed pieces.
MAY 2024
MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!
A Star Wars Themed Pottery Event
Saturday, May 4
6:00 — 8:30 pm
$25 per person (ages 21+)
Lower Art Studio, ECAC
Register at the Rec Center Front Desk
The Force is strong as you create your May the 4th Star Wars Day “C3-PO” clay cup or bowl! Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks with other fans, and show your fab Jedi skills! THESE are the bowls you’re looking for!
MOM & ME: FAIRY GARDEN WORKSHOP
Saturday, May 11
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
$30 for ages 16 & up
$15 for ages 15 & under
Min: 4, Max: 24
Lower Level, Bell Tower Arts Pavilion
Register at the Rec Center Front Desk
Create a whimsical fairy garden with your mom on Mother's Day weekend! This workshop provides an assortment of containers, fairies, gnomes, signs, and other miniature decorations for you to customize your fairy scene. Hot glue will be used, so adult assistance is required for children. Contact Linda here if you have any questions.
JUNE 2024
HANDBUILT POTTERY (ages 18+)
Sundays, 12:00 — 2:30 pm
$120 for 6 week session
June 2 - July 7
Instructor: Grace Reiter
Register at the Recreation Center Front Desk or call 513-563-2247
Join us at the Evendale Cultural Arts Center for a new pottery hand-building class! Whatever you can make on the pottery wheel you can make with hand-building techniques! This class will teach ways to make functional pottery using soft clay slabs, including mugs and steins, platters, bowls, vases, planters and more! We’ll cover processes for how to prepare, make, glaze and fire your work, and play with templates, forms and textures. Bring your imagination and learn about the wide world of hand-building to create keepsakes and pieces you can gift or keep and use in your own kitchen. Grace Markley-Reiter is a local self-taught potter who has been hand-building and teaching ceramics for more than 20 years. Learn more about Grace’s work here.
LEARN HOW TO DRAW! (AGES 10+)
Mondays, 4:30 — 6:30 pm
June 3 - July 9
$99 for 6 week session
Instructor: Chris Taulbee
Register at the Recreation Center Front Desk or call 513-563-2247
This six week introductory course designed for youth ages 10+ teaches the basic skills and vocabulary of drawing from observation. Drawing materials and paper are provided but students are invited to bring their own materials if they please.
LEARN HOW TO DRAW PEOPLE! (AGES 18+)
Mondays, 6:30 — 8:30 pm
June 3 - July 9
$99 for 6 week session
Instructor: Chris Taulbee
Register at the Recreation Center Front Desk or call 513-563-2247
This six week course will help artists of all experience levels hone their skills in drawing the human figure from observation. Drawing supplies and paper is supplied but students are invited to bring their own materials if they please.
CRASH COURSE IN CLAY (ages 18+)
Tuesdays, 3:30 — 6 pm OR 6 — 8:30 pm
June 4 - July 10
$140 for 6 week session
Instructor: Chris Taulbee
Register at the Recreation Center Front Desk or call 513-563-2247
This six week course will introduce students into the basic techniques used in making both wheel thrown and hand-built ceramic pots. Class includes 25 lbs of clay, a 2 sq ft cubicle for storing your work, and up to 25 glazed pieces.
ONGOING ART CLASSES
ACRYLICS AND OIL PAINTING CLASS
Wednesdays, 1-3:30 pm
$90 for 6 week session or $15 per class—start anytime
Instructor: Robert Hebenstreit
Call 513-563-1350 for information
OPEN PAINTING STUDIO
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Bell Tower Arts Pavilion — lower level (summer has moved to the ECAC - Lower Art Studio)
10 am—2:30 pm, Free
The Open Painting Studio is a space designed for artists of all skill levels to come together and work on their painting projects in a supportive and creative environment. Whether you are a beginner seeking guidance or an experienced painter looking for inspiration, this studio is the perfect place to nurture your artistic talents. Email Susan Gordy for info.
OIL PAINTING CLASS - Class is currently FULL
Tuesdays, 9:30 am—2:00 pm
$13 each class
Contact Pat Haslit for registration and information. Pre-registration required—class size limited. Class held at Bell Tower Arts Pavilion lower level.
Individualized Art Instruction- Receive individualized art instruction from an internationally renown Fine Artist who studied locally at our very own University of Cincinnati. Chris Taulbee offers personalized art instruction in the media of Digital Illustration, Drawing, Oil Painting, and Ceramics. Contact Chris Taulbee for more information.