Celebrate the sweet charm of robins in this beginner-friendly watercolor class. You’ll learn basic watercolor techniques like soft washes, gentle color blending, and simple detailing to capture the round shapes and warm tones of these familiar birds.

Discover the graceful beauty of swans in this beginner-friendly watercolor class. You’ll learn foundational techniques like creating soft washes, building subtle contrast, and using negative space to capture the elegant shapes and flowing lines of these serene birds.

This acrylic painting class features a single perched bird, perfect as a standalone piece. Friends, partners, or family members are also welcome to attend together—each creating their own bird. One participant may choose to reverse the pattern, allowing the finished paintings to be displayed as a complementary pair. You will be provided with a supply list of items to bring to the class. Your instructor will guide you step-by-step through the process to paint this sweet little bird!

Spring is here, or will be soon! Create some unique objects that are certain to enhance your spaces! Possibilities are endless and could include: a toad house, bird house, garden sign, remembrance stone, planter, plant/herb markers, bird feeder, wind chimes, bee watering station, or anything else you can think of to add to your garden spaces. Let your own creativity be your guide! Students will be using hand-building techniques to create their one-of-a-kind objects. No previous clay experience necessary. Your garden objects will be created on the first and second evenings (6-8pm). They are then bisque fired. During the last class (6-7:30pm) you will “paint” and glaze your objects to make them colorful and weather-resistant. Pieces will then be glaze fired and may be picked up at the Arts Center 10 days after the final class.

How do you throw clay on the wheel? Beginners will learn how to use the wheel to create three dimensional forms and vessels. Demonstrations will cover the basics of wedging, centering, pulling, trimming, and forming functional vessels. If you are accustomed to clay, come and fine-tune your skills, learn a new technique, and challenge yourself with larger, more complex forms. Dress for a mess and wear tennis shoes. Bring your ideas, excitement, and inspiration to each class. One 25 lbs bag of clay is included. Any additional clay can be purchased from the Owatonna Arts Center. Basic glazing will be covered to finish all pieces. Call the instructor at 507-835-1192 or the Owatonna Arts Center at 507-451-0533 if you have any questions.