Stay classy in 2023
The new series of classes at the Artists’ Studio Association in Lincoln City runs the gamut from assemblage art to portraits to mosaic.
Instructors will be sharing their talent and techniques in classes and workshops beginning on Sunday, Jan. 8, and running through the end of March.
Classes are held in the ASA classroom at 620 NE Hwy. 101, next door to the Artists’ Co-op Gallery. The classroom is ADA-accessible and parking is available in the rear of the building. ASA membership is $30 per year and entitles members to discounts on class fees as well as other benefits. For full class descriptions and registration, go to asaart.net.
“Mandala Stones”
Kathy Cope
Sunday, Jan. 8 • 1-4 pm
Learn to create a beautiful mandala stone. All materials supplied. Beginners welcome.
$20. FMI, call 541-264-9222.
“Tin Man’s Heart Mixed Media Assemblage”
Michele Lindsley
Saturday, Jan. 14 • 10 am-4 pm
Create and design a small, hinged, tin, box using Sculpey, paint, embellishments and mica powder. Beginners welcome.
$70 plus $10 materials fee. FMI, call 602-619-7723.
“Beginning Mosaic: Valentine Heart”
Rosemary Wood-Hemm
Sunday, Jan. 22, 11 am-4 pm & Monday, Jan. 23, 2-4 pm
Create a beautiful mosaic heart with colorful stained glass. Learn to cut, shape and glue the glass then grout the following day. Beginners welcome.
$85 plus $5 materials fee. FMI, call 310-963-3036.
“2B or Not 2B — Introduction to Drawing the Figure”
Richard Laycock
Mondays, Jan. 23-March 13 • 10:30 am-noon
Improve your drawing confidence and skills through figure-drawing exercises and practice with pencil and charcoal. Some experience helpful but not required.
$80. FMI, call 541-554-2816.
“Mandala Blocks/Memorial Stones”
Kathy Cope
Saturday, Jan. 29 • Noon-4 pm
Prepare, design, paint a cement block. Perfect for garden art or memorial. Materials provided, beginners welcome.
$45. FMI, call 541-264-9222.
“Introduction to Handmade Books”
Ruth Hugeback
Sunday, Feb. 12 • Noon-3 pm
Learn the materials, techniques & tools for a variety of book structures. Materials provided. Beginners welcome.
$35. FMI, call 541-921-5543.
“Beginner Portrait Drawing”
Josh Bryant
Friday, Feb 17 • 10 am-2 pm
Learn a technique of seeing and drawing that will help with portraits or anything you want to draw. Beginners welcome.
$60. FMI, call 510-830-9508.
“Dye Your Own Silk Scarf”
Ruth Hugeback
Sunday, Feb. 19 • 1-4 pm
Dye two silk scarves using bleeding tissue paper to create beautiful, lasting designs. Beginners welcome.
$45. FMI, call 541-921-5543.
“Tea Light Holder”
Kathy Cope
Sunday, Feb. 26 • Noon-4 pm
Create tea light forms from plaster, then paint with lovely dot designs. Materials provided, beginners welcome.
$45. FMI, call 541-264-9222.
“Mosaic Stained Glass Stepping Stone”
Rosemary Wood-Hemm
Sunday, March 19 • 10:30 am-4 pm & Monday, March 20 • 1-4 pm
Learn to create a beautiful mosaic stepping stone with stained glass. Beginners welcome.
$95 plus $5 materials fee. FMI, call 310-963-3036.
Open Studio — Mosaic
Tuesdays • 1-4 pm
Each week, mosaic guild members create lovely, unique artwork using glass, tile, grout and imagination. ASA members with a basic knowledge of mosaic techniques and safety are welcome.
Open Studio — Exploring Abstract
Wednesdays • 10 am-3 pm
An open explorative of artistic techniques, led by Bonnie Holubetz. Students try something different each week. Beginners welcome. Bring your own materials. FMI, call 503-502-1000.
Guided Open Studio — Painting
Thursdays • 1-4 pm
Guided by Arlon Gilliland, members practice painting skills in a friendly supportive atmosphere. Follow the planned lesson or bring your own project. Bring your own materials. FMI, call 541-264-8315.