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CALL FOR ENTRIES | 35th Annual Artists' Exhibit & Sale
Calling all members – entries for the Artists’ Exhibit & Sale are due by Nov 10, 2024. Eligibilty, rules & labels can be found here (download & print). This show is open to all members (up to 5 entries) – to update your membership or become a member, simply follow this link.
We can’t wait to see your entries!
Classes
ClayMakers License Plate Mug Workshop
Saturday, Oct 20 (1pm) & Nov 7 (Pickup)
Get ready to craft a one-of-a-kind ceramic mug that features a unique impression of a license plate! In this engaging workshop, you’ll learn to create a beautiful, functional license plate mug using fun and creative hand-building techniques. Pick your glaze color at the end of the class and we will do the rest!
Special Pickup Day Celebration: On mug pickup day (Thu, Nov 7 @ 6:30pm), we’ll gather around a cozy fire to celebrate your creations! Enjoy a complimentary Oktoberfest beer poured into your handmade mug, surrounded by fellow participants in a warm and inviting atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to toast your artistry and share stories about your unique designs.
$60.00 – $70.00
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Adult Acrylics with Jacey
Sunday, Oct 20th, 2pm-4pm
Adult Acrylics with Jacey is the perfect introductory acrylic painting class for artists at any level. This workshop will dive into essential acrylic painting techniques while fostering individual creative expression to bring your masterpiece to life! Artists 12 years and older will develop their artistic style and voice in each of their paintings, and each workshop will be a stand alone session, where artists will finish their painting to take home with them.
$20.00 – $30.00
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Kids Acrylics with Jacey
Saturday, Oct 19th, 10am-11am
Join Kids Acrylics with Jacey and unleash your creativity through the medium of acrylic paint. Artists will explore their own creative expression using colors, textures, and a wide variety of tools while also learning essential acrylic painting techniques. Young artists, aged 6-9, will build their creative confidence, discover various artistic styles and subjects, and have the chance to connect with other, like-minded, artists in this exciting new workshop! Each lesson will be a stand alone lesson, where artists will finish their painting to take home with them.
$15.00 – $20.00
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Wheel Throwing with Dr Trimble
Wednesday, Oct 30 (6pm) & Nov 13 (6pm)
Dive into the art of pottery with our Beginner Wheel Throwing Class! This hands-on course is perfect for those new to ceramics and eager to learn the basics of wheel throwing. Under the guidance of Dr Trimble, you’ll explore the techniques of shaping clay on the potter’s wheel, from centering and pulling to trimming and glazing.
What You’ll Learn:
- Introduction to pottery tools and materials
- Techniques for centering clay on the wheel
- Basic forms
- Trimming and finishing your pieces
- How to reshape via hand building
- Overview of glazing and firing processes
Class Details:
- Duration: 2 Wednesday evening sessions @ 6pm
- Location: Wassenberg Art Center
- Materials: All materials included
- No experience necessary!
- Open to ages 12 & up
$40.00 – $60.00
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Pumpkin Decoupage & Marbling Workshop with Jayne Smith
Sunday, Oct 20th, 1:00pm
Come learn to decorate faux pumpkins with fabric, paper napkins and learn marbling too!
$20.00 – $30.00
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Twisted Bracelet Class with Suzy Stripe
Sunday, Oct 20th, 2pm-4pm
$30.00 – $40.00
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Lil ArtReach
9:30 am – 10:15 am (choose date when you register)
Instructor: Brandy Rammel
Join us for Lil ArtReach! Young makers ages 5 & under are invited for story time followed by a small craft. Lil ArtReach is geared towards makers 5 & under but big siblings are welcome. Caretaker/s are required to accompany young makers.
Cost per Family – $10 for Members, $12 for Non-Members
Must agree to the terms & services before registering.
$10.00 – $12.00
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ArtReach for Adults
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (choose date when you register)
$12.00 – $15.00
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Oil Painting with Dr. Trimble
Every Other Thursday, 6-9 pm
$15 per class for Members, $20 per class for Non-Members
$15.00 – $20.00
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Watercolor Techniques
Every Tuesday, 10:00 – 12:00
Instructor: Kay Sluterbeck
Join our Watercolor Techniques class which is an ongoing class that has been running at the Wassenberg Art Center for more than 10 years! Watercolor Techniques is a great class for advanced artists and beginners. Each class will focus on a specific watercolor technique or style through brief discussions and demonstrations. Artists will have work time to practice/experiment with the technique, style or their own art ideas while our instructors will help you along the way.
$40 for Members, $55 for Non-Members
Must agree to the terms & services before registering.
$40.00 – $55.00
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Visit Blink!
Blink is an interactive hands-on sculpture which can be animated by visitors. Blink is available 24 hours along the Wassenberg Glow Path behind the building. Check it out!
Our Mission
The Wassenberg Art Center is to be a catalyst for creative expansion through art.
With an open, diverse approach, our programs reach out to inspire creative
interaction for all.