Classes & Workshops:
Creativity is one of the "natural highs" in life. It provides balance and a coping mechanism to counter stress. Our classes are for all ages and interest levels, from early explorers to skilled artisans...and they're affordable! Scholarships are often available. Whethe
r you want to feel your creative inner self or improve your artistic techniques, Valley Art classes are hard to resist!
Call (503) 357-3703 for the latest class schedules.
Please download our registration form and bring it in or mail it to Valley Art to sign up for any of the below classes.
You can download our class schedule:
Continuing Classes & Workshops
NEEDLECRAFT
101 Quilting Studio
This is an ongoing class and may be joined at any time. All levels, from beginning to advanced are welcome. This is the time to do your own work, get expert advice on a special project and meet with other local quilters. Come join the fun.
Class meets Fridays, 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. -- $28 per year for VAA members. $43 per year for non VAA members. Only $5.00 per term thereafter.
HARDANGER ARTS
(102) Hardanger Studio
Hardanger embroidery is a delicate form of openwork which originated in the Hardanger region of Norway hundreds of years ago. This is an ongoing class and may be joined at anytime. All levels from beginning to advanced are welcome. Each person works on their own project. Also will help with knitting, crocheting, other embroidery.
Class meets Thursday, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. -- cost is $28 for VAA members first term; $43 for non-members (includes one year membership) Only $5 per term thereafter.
Silk Painting
(111) Silk Painting
Workshops Students will enjoy watching the paint flow across the silk and learn the techniques used for creating extraordinary textures that can only be done with the silk medium. Students can use their own drawings but patterns will also be supplied so that everyone can enjoy creating decorative and useable art. Products are supplied plus a piece of silk for your project for each class.
Price for each class, $15 members, $30 non-members. Every Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Ongoing. Instructor: Jan Su Cell: 760-549-3863.
WATERCOLOR
(110) Watercolor Workshop with Jan Su
Open to all levels to learn watercolor techniques. Learn art basics such as color mixing and drawing skills as you learn about preparing your paper for watercolor, brush handling, and a wide range of techniques.
Tuesdays, 11am-1pm. $15/$20 per session or $85 for members, $100 non-members for six classes. Supply list available at sign up. Instructor: Jan Su Hirst Cell: (760) 549-3863
WOOD CARVING
(112) Wood Carving Workshop - AM
Open carving class for all levels. Bring your own project and join this group. Every Monday from 9-12am. Price per class at $12.00 members/$27 non members (this includes an individual cost of membership). Materials and tools are extra. Instructor: Jeff Harness hasjeffh@hotmail.com
(113) Wood Carving Workshop PM
Open carving class for all levels. Bring your own project and join this group. Every Monday from 1-4 pm. Price per class at $12.00 members/$27 non members (this includes an individual cost of membership). Materials and tools are extra. Instructor: Jeff Harness hasjeffh@hotmail.com
FOREST GROVE CAMERA CLUB
The Forest Grove Camera Club is a member of the Photographic Society of America (PSA) and the Columbia Council of Camera Clubs. They meet on the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Wednesdays at 7:30. The club participated in a variety of competitions, evaluations and provides programs as well as field trips. Annual dues are $25 for full membership, which may include family members. Student dues are $5 for a full membership. Associate memberships are $10 which includes all publications and meetings, but does not include competition or voting.
The Forest Grove Camera Club is a member of the Photographic Society of America (PSA) and the Columbia Council of Camera Clubs. President Gene Noreen KIMI8990@aol.com
They meet on the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Wednesdays at 7:30. The club participates in a variety of competitions, evaluations and provides programs as well as field trips. Annual dues are $25 for full membership, which may include family members. Student dues are $10 for a full membership. Associate memberships are $10 which includes all publications and meetings, but does not include competition or voting.
NEW Classes & Workshops
As of June 24, 2010
Silk Workshop: (A181)Instructor: Jan Su Hirst
Times: Every 2nd Saturday, 1pm-4pm.
Cost: $55.00 members
$70.00 non members
Description: Learn the techniques used in silk painting and experience the thrill of the silk paint flowing across silk. Supplies are furnished for a 5’ scarf and a 16” X 20” piece. Patterns are available or bring your own sketches.
Summer Art Camp for Kids! 365 Things to make & Do! (A181)
Instructor: Lang Schwartzwald
lang@pacificu.edu 503-719-3256
Times: June 22 - August 20
Tuesdays - Friday 2pm-4pm
Costs: $110/wk. non-members $95/wk. members. / or $25 per session. Supplies Included
Description: 365 things to make and do plus over 400 Art ideas using the Usbourne art activity books. Explore crafts, drawing, painting and other activities while learning the basics of art. Open to all levels. Students will have the freedom to choose projects and be creative with their own ideas.
Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain: (A421)
Instructor: Lang Schwartzwald lang@pacifcu.edu 503-719-3256
Times: August & September Tuesdays (except3rd Tuesdays of the month) 6pm-7:30pm
Costs: 6 classes: $60 members / $85 non-members
Description: Learn how do draw anything you see by utilizing the right side of your brain. See huge differences in your drawing abilities. This class proves that everyone can draw by following the book and workshop developed by Dr. Betty Edwards.
Acrylic Painting (A111)
Instructor: Lang Schwartzwald lang@pacifcu.edu 503-719-3256
Times: July& August Thursdays 6pm-7:30pm
Costs: 6 classes: $70 members / $85 non-members
Description: Learn to paint with Acrylic! This class covers the basics from brush selection to paint mixing. We start with paintings on paper until we get the hang of it, then move onto canvas. A must have class for those who want to start painting right away.
Drawing/Painting Studio: All Levels (A122)
Instructor: Lang Schwartzwald lang@pacifcu.edu 503-719-3256
Times: Tuesdays (except last Tuesdays of the month) 7:30pm-9:00pm
Costs: Per session: $10 members / $12 non-members
Description: This is a drop in workshop designed for students who would like advice or techniques for drawing and painting anything. Great for projects, portraits, or just for hanging out with other artists.
Children’s Summer Pottery: (A131)
Instructor: Christine Hurayt: crizzylu@aol.com 971-235-0523
Times: Wednesdays June 23rd - August 25th 11:30am-1:30pm
Costs: $20 per session / All Materials Supplied
Description: Come and join us for fun in the clay arts. You can sign up for as many Wednesday sessions as you’d like. Be sure to pre-register at the front desk to reserve your spot! Space is limited, but our imaginations aren’t! I will have projects like planters, garden stones and decorative stakes, picture frames, bird feeders, and more.
Use front or back entrance to the clay studio
Adult Pottery for Handbuilders: (A132)
Instructor: Christine Hurayt: crizzylu@aol.com 971-235-0523
Times: Thursdays July 8 - August 26th 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Costs: $90 for members / $105 for non-members
Clay is $13.00 per bag; tool kits are $13.50 each
Description: Learn to handbuild with coils, slabs, and extruded clay. Throwing on a pottery wheel isn’t the only way to create clay art. I will have projects to follow and demonstrate them in class. Class size is limited, so please pre-register at the front desk. Students must enter the classroom from the back entrance (Art Education sign above the green door)
Adult Pottery on the Wheel: (A133)
Instructor: Christine Hurayt: crizzylu@aol.com 971-235-0523
Times: Tuesdays July 27 - September 14th 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Costs: $90 for members / $105 for non-members
Clay is $13.00 per bag; tool kits are $13.50 each
Description: Our beginning students will learn to center and throw pottery, while intermediate students will learn advanced techniques (lidded jars, vases and tea pots). A class demonstration will be given most evenings. Class size is limited to 8 students, so please sign up in advance to reserve your spot! Students must enter the class from the back entrance (Art Education sign above the green door)
