Umpqua Valley Arts is dedicated to the belief that the arts are an indispensable element of a thriving and meaningful community, and that education in the arts should be available to all. Our arts education curriculum is inspired by our energetic community, the geography in which our organization is situated, and the unique history of our region and our institution. When we learn to make art together, we are learning to acknowledge and respect the histories that bind us together, and the changing world that surrounds us.
INTRO TO LINOCUT PRINTMAKING
10/6 – 10/27, Tuesdays 5pm-6:30pm
$40
Learn about relief printmaking in this workshop! Students will get to learn the process of linocut printmaking, first carving from pink rubber blocks then designing and carving from larger linoleum blocks to make your own prints! For Ages 18+
COILED POTS 101
10/6 – 10/29, 5:30pm-8:30pm
$200
Instructor Megan Perry returns to teach four weeks of coil building techniques. Students will learn different techniques that will give them success in creating pots without the potters wheel. For ages 15+
MANDALAS WITH MUGSY
10/24, 11am-2pm
$35
Learn the ancient art of mandalas from local artist, Mugsy Kolb. This workshop is for beginners and includes step by step instructions and all supplies. Students should be ready to focus their attention on the creative process and will have a piece of art to take home.
For ages 18+
INTRO TO ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH KASSANDRA MILLER
11/14, 12pm-2:30pm
$40
Join local artist and instructor Kassandra Miller to learn the basics of acrylic painting! In this class, participants will learn tips for using acrylic paint as a medium, and practice techniques for landscape painting. Grab a friend and come paint with us. For ages 18+
EDIBLE ART: CAKE PAINTING
12/10, 5:30-7pm
$30
In this hands-on cake decorating class, your cake becomes the canvas and frosting becomes the paint! For ages 18+
SEEKING ART TEACHERS!
We’re looking for fun and creative teachers to partner with our team at UVA to deliver arts education opportunities for the community to enjoy! Fill out our Teacher Interest Form to learn more about upcoming opportunities to teach at UVA and tell us about your interests and availability! We have endless possibilities for instructors to share their knowledge with the community at all levels from beginner to advanced, youth to adults, and beyond! If you have any questions please reach out to our Education Director, Noelle Herceg.
Payment and Refund Policy: Full payment at time of registration is required. Up until two weeks prior to the start of the event, you will receive a full refund (minus a $10 service charge) should you need to cancel your registration. However, cancellations made after this two-week time frame are nonrefundable. Should UVA cancel the event, all participants will receive a full refund or credit toward future classes.