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Register now for fall classes and workshops!
Register now for fall classes and workshops!
Register now for fall classes and workshops!
FAVA
39 South Main Street
Oberlin, Ohio 44074
Phone: (440) 774-7158
Fax: (440) 775-1107
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October
Oct 14, 2024
Intro to Drawing for Teens and AdultsMondays October 7-November 11 5:30pm-7:30pm Ages 12+ Join us for a beginning drawing class for Teens and Adults. Learn the basics of how to use different drawing mediums including pencil, charcoal, pastel and more. This class...
Oct 15, 2024
Online Acrylic Painting Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ October 15- November 26Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm $205 /$187 for FAVA members This class will address various aspects of the painting process: drawing, color theory, technique and composition. Meetings will be based on weekly studio assignments and will...
Oct 16, 2024
Beginner Drawing for Kids Ages 6-9September 18-October 23Wednesdays 5-6pm This fun class will teach some fundamentals of drawing while encouraging creativity! Students will learn how to create perspective, use shading, create a flip book, draw characters in action and more. Projects will...
Ceramics Surface Decoration This is an intermediate class, but beginners are welcome. Ages 14+ You will be making tiles and simple hand-built forms to learn various surface decoration techniques. These include how to add wax resist decoration, wax resist etching, carving, sgraffito, slip...
Oct 21, 2024
Intro to Drawing for Teens and AdultsMondays October 7-November 11 5:30pm-7:30pm Ages 12+ Join us for a beginning drawing class for Teens and Adults. Learn the basics of how to use different drawing mediums including pencil, charcoal, pastel and more. This class...
Oct 22, 2024
Online Acrylic Painting Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ October 15- November 26Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm $205 /$187 for FAVA members This class will address various aspects of the painting process: drawing, color theory, technique and composition. Meetings will be based on weekly studio assignments and will...
Oct 23, 2024
Beginner Drawing for Kids Ages 6-9September 18-October 23Wednesdays 5-6pm This fun class will teach some fundamentals of drawing while encouraging creativity! Students will learn how to create perspective, use shading, create a flip book, draw characters in action and more. Projects will...
Ceramics Surface Decoration This is an intermediate class, but beginners are welcome. Ages 14+ You will be making tiles and simple hand-built forms to learn various surface decoration techniques. These include how to add wax resist decoration, wax resist etching, carving, sgraffito, slip...
Oct 24, 2024
Paint Night October 24th 6-8pm 18+ Join us for a Paint n Sip night from 6-8pm. These two-hour sessions will allow you to explore your creativity in a guided setting while bringing your favorite beverage along. If you’re over 21, BYOB and bring...
Oct 25, 2024
Pinch Pot Pets Friday October 25th from 6-8pmAges 8+ Learn the art of clay pinch pots and let your imagination run wild. Your sister is allergic to cats? Make your own cat. Your parents won't let you have guinea pigs? Make your...
Oct 28, 2024
Intro to Drawing for Teens and AdultsMondays October 7-November 11 5:30pm-7:30pm Ages 12+ Join us for a beginning drawing class for Teens and Adults. Learn the basics of how to use different drawing mediums including pencil, charcoal, pastel and more. This class...
Oct 29, 2024
Online Acrylic Painting Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ October 15- November 26Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm $205 /$187 for FAVA members This class will address various aspects of the painting process: drawing, color theory, technique and composition. Meetings will be based on weekly studio assignments and will...
Oct 29, 2024
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 29-December 37-9PM Tuesdays This class is dedicated to the basic skills of throwing on the wheel. It is also open to those who have some experience on the potter's wheel and would like to polish...
Ceramics Surface Decoration This is an intermediate class, but beginners are welcome. Ages 14+ You will be making tiles and simple hand-built forms to learn various surface decoration techniques. These include how to add wax resist decoration, wax resist etching, carving, sgraffito, slip...
November
Nov 01, 2024
Lavender Embroidered Pins November 1st6-8PM The Perfect Gift for Yourself or a Loved One: Gifting can be a challenge, especially when you want to find something meaningful and unique. If you're looking for a thoughtful present that combines creativity, practicality, and a...
Nov 02, 2024
Clay Fairy House WorkshopAges 8+Saturdays November 2 and 9 from 1-3pm Do you need a fairy in your garden? In this two day workshop you will design, build, and glaze a unique, small home to attract the right fairy for you....
Nov 03, 2024
Intermediate Wheel Throwing Sundays November 3-December 14 (Skip December 1) Ages 14+ This two hour intermediate class will help you take your wheel throwing to the next level and explore surface design techniques with personalized instruction. The instructor will teach more advanced wheel...
Nov 04, 2024
Intro to Drawing for Teens and AdultsMondays October 7-November 11 5:30pm-7:30pm Ages 12+ Join us for a beginning drawing class for Teens and Adults. Learn the basics of how to use different drawing mediums including pencil, charcoal, pastel and more. This class...
Nov 05, 2024
Online Acrylic Painting Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ October 15- November 26Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm $205 /$187 for FAVA members This class will address various aspects of the painting process: drawing, color theory, technique and composition. Meetings will be based on weekly studio assignments and will...
Nov 05, 2024
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 29-December 37-9PM Tuesdays This class is dedicated to the basic skills of throwing on the wheel. It is also open to those who have some experience on the potter's wheel and would like to polish...
Ceramics Surface Decoration This is an intermediate class, but beginners are welcome. Ages 14+ You will be making tiles and simple hand-built forms to learn various surface decoration techniques. These include how to add wax resist decoration, wax resist etching, carving, sgraffito, slip...
Nov 07, 2024
Paint Night November 7th6-8pm18+ Join us for a Paint n Sip night from 6-8pm. These two-hour sessions will allow you to explore your creativity in a guided setting while bringing your favorite beverage along. If you’re over 21, BYOB and bring your...
Basic Embroidery, Felting, and Beading Friday November 8th 6-8pm Ages 12+ Discover the Joy of Embroidery, Beading, and Felting! This class is designed not only to teach you the fundamentals of embroidery, beading, and felting but also to foster a sense of...
Promoting Kids' Bilingualism with Artistic Journal Making 3rd grade and up, adults welcome. Fridays 5:30-6:30pm from November 8 - December 13 Students will plan and create process journals to develop, document, and reflect on their developing bilingualism. The teacher is Spanish bilingual but...
Nov 09, 2024
Sewing Machine BasicsAges 16+ November 9th and 16th10am-1pm This fun class is a beginner friendly introduction to basic machine sewing techniques and hand tools: Learn how to use a sewing machine, thread the machine, wind a bobbin, and cut a pattern....
Nov 09, 2024
Clay Fairy House WorkshopAges 8+Saturdays November 2 and 9 from 1-3pm Do you need a fairy in your garden? In this two day workshop you will design, build, and glaze a unique, small home to attract the right fairy for you....
Nov 09, 2024
Experimental Painting Ages 12+ November 9 11am-1pm Join Our Experimental Painting Class! Are you ready to embark on a vibrant journey of artistic exploration? Join us for an innovative experimental painting class where we will dive into the captivating world of...
Nov 10, 2024
Intermediate Wheel Throwing Sundays November 3-December 14 (Skip December 1) Ages 14+ This two hour intermediate class will help you take your wheel throwing to the next level and explore surface design techniques with personalized instruction. The instructor will teach more advanced wheel...
Nov 11, 2024
Intro to Drawing for Teens and AdultsMondays October 7-November 11 5:30pm-7:30pm Ages 12+ Join us for a beginning drawing class for Teens and Adults. Learn the basics of how to use different drawing mediums including pencil, charcoal, pastel and more. This class...
Nov 12, 2024
Creative Kids Ages 4-7 Tuesdays 4-4:45November 12-December 17 Kiddos will explore their creativity while engaging in painting, collage, and drawing projects in this fun class! We will get messy with some process art as well as create pieces inspired by nature,...
Nov 12, 2024
Create with Paint Ages 7-11Tuesdays 5-6pm November 12-December 17 Students will explore various painting methods while letting their inner creativity shine! We will study various artists styles, get messy with some process art, and students will learn how to apply techniques...
Nov 12, 2024
Online Acrylic Painting Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ October 15- November 26Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm $205 /$187 for FAVA members This class will address various aspects of the painting process: drawing, color theory, technique and composition. Meetings will be based on weekly studio assignments and will...
Nov 12, 2024
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 29-December 37-9PM Tuesdays This class is dedicated to the basic skills of throwing on the wheel. It is also open to those who have some experience on the potter's wheel and would like to polish...
Ceramic Hand Building (All Levels Welcome) Wednesdays November 13, 20, skip 27, December 4, 11. 5:30-7:30pm Ages 14+ Beginners and Intermediate students are welcome. We will meet you where your skill level is and add additional challenges for more advanced students. An introductory course...
Promoting Kids' Bilingualism with Artistic Journal Making 3rd grade and up, adults welcome. Fridays 5:30-6:30pm from November 8 - December 13 Students will plan and create process journals to develop, document, and reflect on their developing bilingualism. The teacher is Spanish bilingual but...
Exquisite Ornaments for Every SeasonNovember 15th 6-8PM Ages 12+ Are you seeking a delightful avenue to express your creativity while creating heartfelt gifts? Look no further than the captivating realm of ornament making. These charming creations are suitable for any season and...
Nov 16, 2024
Sewing Machine BasicsAges 16+ November 9th and 16th10am-1pm This fun class is a beginner friendly introduction to basic machine sewing techniques and hand tools: Learn how to use a sewing machine, thread the machine, wind a bobbin, and cut a pattern....
Nov 17, 2024
Intermediate Wheel Throwing Sundays November 3-December 14 (Skip December 1) Ages 14+ This two hour intermediate class will help you take your wheel throwing to the next level and explore surface design techniques with personalized instruction. The instructor will teach more advanced wheel...
Acrylic PaintingNovember 18-December 16 5 weeks5:30-7:30pm 2nd Floor Conference Room Ages 12+ Learn how to express yourself using vibrant acrylic paint. Students will discover how to use the basic techniques of acrylic paint; blending, texturing, brush handling, detailing, stippling, glazing, wet on...
Nov 19, 2024
Creative Kids Ages 4-7 Tuesdays 4-4:45November 12-December 17 Kiddos will explore their creativity while engaging in painting, collage, and drawing projects in this fun class! We will get messy with some process art as well as create pieces inspired by nature,...
Nov 19, 2024
Online Acrylic Painting Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ October 15- November 26Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm $205 /$187 for FAVA members This class will address various aspects of the painting process: drawing, color theory, technique and composition. Meetings will be based on weekly studio assignments and will...
Nov 19, 2024
Create with Paint Ages 7-11Tuesdays 5-6pm November 12-December 17 Students will explore various painting methods while letting their inner creativity shine! We will study various artists styles, get messy with some process art, and students will learn how to apply techniques...
Nov 19, 2024
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 29-December 37-9PM Tuesdays This class is dedicated to the basic skills of throwing on the wheel. It is also open to those who have some experience on the potter's wheel and would like to polish...
Ceramic Hand Building (All Levels Welcome) Wednesdays November 13, 20, skip 27, December 4, 11. 5:30-7:30pm Ages 14+ Beginners and Intermediate students are welcome. We will meet you where your skill level is and add additional challenges for more advanced students. An introductory course...
Nov 21, 2024
Paint Night November 21th6-8pm18+ Join us for a Paint n Sip night from 6-8pm. These two-hour sessions will allow you to explore your creativity in a guided setting while bringing your favorite beverage along. If you’re over 21, BYOB and bring your...
Promoting Kids' Bilingualism with Artistic Journal Making 3rd grade and up, adults welcome. Fridays 5:30-6:30pm from November 8 - December 13 Students will plan and create process journals to develop, document, and reflect on their developing bilingualism. The teacher is Spanish bilingual but...
Nov 24, 2024
Intermediate Wheel Throwing Sundays November 3-December 14 (Skip December 1) Ages 14+ This two hour intermediate class will help you take your wheel throwing to the next level and explore surface design techniques with personalized instruction. The instructor will teach more advanced wheel...
Acrylic PaintingNovember 18-December 16 5 weeks5:30-7:30pm 2nd Floor Conference Room Ages 12+ Learn how to express yourself using vibrant acrylic paint. Students will discover how to use the basic techniques of acrylic paint; blending, texturing, brush handling, detailing, stippling, glazing, wet on...
Nov 26, 2024
Creative Kids Ages 4-7 Tuesdays 4-4:45November 12-December 17 Kiddos will explore their creativity while engaging in painting, collage, and drawing projects in this fun class! We will get messy with some process art as well as create pieces inspired by nature,...
Nov 26, 2024
Create with Paint Ages 7-11Tuesdays 5-6pm November 12-December 17 Students will explore various painting methods while letting their inner creativity shine! We will study various artists styles, get messy with some process art, and students will learn how to apply techniques...
Nov 26, 2024
Online Acrylic Painting Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ October 15- November 26Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm $205 /$187 for FAVA members This class will address various aspects of the painting process: drawing, color theory, technique and composition. Meetings will be based on weekly studio assignments and will...
Nov 26, 2024
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 29-December 37-9PM Tuesdays This class is dedicated to the basic skills of throwing on the wheel. It is also open to those who have some experience on the potter's wheel and would like to polish...
Promoting Kids' Bilingualism with Artistic Journal Making 3rd grade and up, adults welcome. Fridays 5:30-6:30pm from November 8 - December 13 Students will plan and create process journals to develop, document, and reflect on their developing bilingualism. The teacher is Spanish bilingual but...
December
Dec 02, 2024
Clay Ornaments for Kids December 2, 5:30-7:30pmAGES 5+ A one-day ceramics workshop for kids (or adults!). Sign just your child up, or sign a parent and child up as a pair. This workshop will use hand building techniques including slabs to...
Acrylic PaintingNovember 18-December 16 5 weeks5:30-7:30pm 2nd Floor Conference Room Ages 12+ Learn how to express yourself using vibrant acrylic paint. Students will discover how to use the basic techniques of acrylic paint; blending, texturing, brush handling, detailing, stippling, glazing, wet on...
Dec 03, 2024
Creative Kids Ages 4-7 Tuesdays 4-4:45November 12-December 17 Kiddos will explore their creativity while engaging in painting, collage, and drawing projects in this fun class! We will get messy with some process art as well as create pieces inspired by nature,...
Dec 03, 2024
Create with Paint Ages 7-11Tuesdays 5-6pm November 12-December 17 Students will explore various painting methods while letting their inner creativity shine! We will study various artists styles, get messy with some process art, and students will learn how to apply techniques...
Dec 03, 2024
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 29-December 37-9PM Tuesdays This class is dedicated to the basic skills of throwing on the wheel. It is also open to those who have some experience on the potter's wheel and would like to polish...
Ceramic Hand Building (All Levels Welcome) Wednesdays November 13, 20, skip 27, December 4, 11. 5:30-7:30pm Ages 14+ Beginners and Intermediate students are welcome. We will meet you where your skill level is and add additional challenges for more advanced students. An introductory course...
Promoting Kids' Bilingualism with Artistic Journal Making 3rd grade and up, adults welcome. Fridays 5:30-6:30pm from November 8 - December 13 Students will plan and create process journals to develop, document, and reflect on their developing bilingualism. The teacher is Spanish bilingual but...
Dec 08, 2024
Intermediate Wheel Throwing Sundays November 3-December 14 (Skip December 1) Ages 14+ This two hour intermediate class will help you take your wheel throwing to the next level and explore surface design techniques with personalized instruction. The instructor will teach more advanced wheel...
Acrylic PaintingNovember 18-December 16 5 weeks5:30-7:30pm 2nd Floor Conference Room Ages 12+ Learn how to express yourself using vibrant acrylic paint. Students will discover how to use the basic techniques of acrylic paint; blending, texturing, brush handling, detailing, stippling, glazing, wet on...
Dec 10, 2024
Creative Kids Ages 4-7 Tuesdays 4-4:45November 12-December 17 Kiddos will explore their creativity while engaging in painting, collage, and drawing projects in this fun class! We will get messy with some process art as well as create pieces inspired by nature,...
Dec 10, 2024
Create with Paint Ages 7-11Tuesdays 5-6pm November 12-December 17 Students will explore various painting methods while letting their inner creativity shine! We will study various artists styles, get messy with some process art, and students will learn how to apply techniques...
Ceramic Hand Building (All Levels Welcome) Wednesdays November 13, 20, skip 27, December 4, 11. 5:30-7:30pm Ages 14+ Beginners and Intermediate students are welcome. We will meet you where your skill level is and add additional challenges for more advanced students. An introductory course...
Dec 12, 2024
Winter Craft & CreateAges 5-11Thursday December 12th 5:30-7:30 pm This class is a great opportunity to occupy your children while you shop for holiday gifts or run errands! Or you can join in and attend with your child. Kids will have the...
Dec 12, 2024
Paint Night December 12th6-8pm18+ Join us for a Paint n Sip night from 6-8pm. These two-hour sessions will allow you to explore your creativity in a guided setting while bringing your favorite beverage along. If you’re over 21, BYOB and bring your...
Promoting Kids' Bilingualism with Artistic Journal Making 3rd grade and up, adults welcome. Fridays 5:30-6:30pm from November 8 - December 13 Students will plan and create process journals to develop, document, and reflect on their developing bilingualism. The teacher is Spanish bilingual but...
Dec 14, 2024
Winter Craft & CreateAges 5-11Saturday December 14th 1-3pm This class is a great opportunity to occupy your children while you shop for holiday gifts or run errands! Or you can join in and attend with your child. Kids will have the chance...
Dec 15, 2024
Intermediate Wheel Throwing Sundays November 3-December 14 (Skip December 1) Ages 14+ This two hour intermediate class will help you take your wheel throwing to the next level and explore surface design techniques with personalized instruction. The instructor will teach more advanced wheel...
Acrylic PaintingNovember 18-December 16 5 weeks5:30-7:30pm 2nd Floor Conference Room Ages 12+ Learn how to express yourself using vibrant acrylic paint. Students will discover how to use the basic techniques of acrylic paint; blending, texturing, brush handling, detailing, stippling, glazing, wet on...
Dec 17, 2024
Creative Kids Ages 4-7 Tuesdays 4-4:45November 12-December 17 Kiddos will explore their creativity while engaging in painting, collage, and drawing projects in this fun class! We will get messy with some process art as well as create pieces inspired by nature,...
Dec 17, 2024
Create with Paint Ages 7-11Tuesdays 5-6pm November 12-December 17 Students will explore various painting methods while letting their inner creativity shine! We will study various artists styles, get messy with some process art, and students will learn how to apply techniques...
Dec 20, 2024
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall PreventionAugust-Mid December 10am-11am on Wednesdays in the 3rd Floor Dance Studio Donation based class. Please register online if you plan on attending this class so we can have your contact information for any messages...
Dec 20, 2024
AGES 18+ OPEN STUDIO IS AVAILABLE AS A BENEFIT OF FAVA MEMBERSHIP FOR CURRENT MEMBERS AGES 18+ CLASS MEETS EACH MONDAY 7:30-9:30 September 9-Mid December Registration is required to attend open studio. This continuously running open studio provides a nude model for participants to...
Dec 20, 2024
Chinese Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice August-Mid December 10:15am-11am Fridays3rd Floor Dance Studio This is a donation based class, please bring a cash or check donation. Qigong (Chi Kung) is one of the world’s premier health treasures – and best kept secret. For...
January
Jan 12, 2025
Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice Chinese Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice Register by January 12th Sundays January 12, 19, 26 and February 2. 1-3pm This is a donation based class, please bring a cash or check donation. Qigong (Chi Kung) is one of the world’s premier...
Jan 16, 2025
Watercolor 101 Ages 14+ Thursdays January 16 – February 20 6-8pm This class is designed for the student that would like to pursue personal styles and subjects, to develop skill and techniques in their own areas of interest with the guidance and experience of...
Jan 19, 2025
Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice Chinese Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice Register by January 12th Sundays January 12, 19, 26 and February 2. 1-3pm This is a donation based class, please bring a cash or check donation. Qigong (Chi Kung) is one of the world’s premier...
Jan 23, 2025
Watercolor 101 Ages 14+ Thursdays January 16 – February 20 6-8pm This class is designed for the student that would like to pursue personal styles and subjects, to develop skill and techniques in their own areas of interest with the guidance and experience of...
Jan 26, 2025
Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice Chinese Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice Register by January 12th Sundays January 12, 19, 26 and February 2. 1-3pm This is a donation based class, please bring a cash or check donation. Qigong (Chi Kung) is one of the world’s premier...
Jan 30, 2025
Watercolor 101 Ages 14+ Thursdays January 16 – February 20 6-8pm This class is designed for the student that would like to pursue personal styles and subjects, to develop skill and techniques in their own areas of interest with the guidance and experience of...
February
Feb 02, 2025
Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice Chinese Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice Register by January 12th Sundays January 12, 19, 26 and February 2. 1-3pm This is a donation based class, please bring a cash or check donation. Qigong (Chi Kung) is one of the world’s premier...
Feb 06, 2025
Watercolor 101 Ages 14+ Thursdays January 16 – February 20 6-8pm This class is designed for the student that would like to pursue personal styles and subjects, to develop skill and techniques in their own areas of interest with the guidance and experience of...
Feb 13, 2025
Watercolor 101 Ages 14+ Thursdays January 16 – February 20 6-8pm This class is designed for the student that would like to pursue personal styles and subjects, to develop skill and techniques in their own areas of interest with the guidance and experience of...
Feb 20, 2025
Watercolor 101 Ages 14+ Thursdays January 16 – February 20 6-8pm This class is designed for the student that would like to pursue personal styles and subjects, to develop skill and techniques in their own areas of interest with the guidance and experience of...
October
Oct 24, 2025
Pottery Pop In Ages 15+ Anyone under 15 must be accompanied by an adult as a pair sign up. Email erin@fava.org and schedule your private party today. Minimum 4, Maximum 6 participants. Weekends and evenings available for scheduling. Grab a friend and...
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