FAVA
39 South Main Street
Oberlin, Ohio 44074
Phone: (440) 774-7158
Fax: (440) 775-1107
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September
Creative Drawing for Adults Ages 18+ Thursdays September 10-October 15 2-4pm 6 weeks In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve the exceptional. There is no right or wrong,...
An Art Class Like No Other Drawing and Painting for Teens and Tweens Ages 12-18 Thursdays September 10-October 15 5-7pm In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve...
Sep 11, 2026
The Portrait Ages 16+ Join us for six weeks of drawing the portrait.Fridays 9/11-10/16 from 2-4pm. A portrait has everything, yet it has very little. It is complex, but simple. Still, but full of life. Simple lines turn into shapes that...
Painters Workshop: Inspiration and Growth for Artists Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ 6 sessions: September 15 – November 24 5:00 - 6:30PM, every other Tuesday This online course is designed for painters at different stages of experience working in acrylic. It is ideal...
Sep 15, 2026
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ Tuesdays 6-8pm August 11th-September 15th (6 Weeks) Learn how to make your own mugs, plates and bowls! No experience needed. All materials are included, but an apron and towel is recommended. This class is dedicated to the...
Sep 17, 2026
Creative Co-Op Ages 3-5 Thursdays Sept 17-Oct 29 10:30-11:30am Preschoolers and young homeschoolers will explore different art materials through guided and process based art projects while tuning into their own creative ideas. Students will explore creating through drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and clay....
Creative Drawing for Adults Ages 18+ Thursdays September 10-October 15 2-4pm 6 weeks In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve the exceptional. There is no right or wrong,...
An Art Class Like No Other Drawing and Painting for Teens and Tweens Ages 12-18 Thursdays September 10-October 15 5-7pm In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve...
Sep 18, 2026
The Portrait Ages 16+ Join us for six weeks of drawing the portrait.Fridays 9/11-10/16 from 2-4pm. A portrait has everything, yet it has very little. It is complex, but simple. Still, but full of life. Simple lines turn into shapes that...
Sep 24, 2026
Creative Co-Op Ages 3-5 Thursdays Sept 17-Oct 29 10:30-11:30am Preschoolers and young homeschoolers will explore different art materials through guided and process based art projects while tuning into their own creative ideas. Students will explore creating through drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and clay....
Creative Drawing for Adults Ages 18+ Thursdays September 10-October 15 2-4pm 6 weeks In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve the exceptional. There is no right or wrong,...
An Art Class Like No Other Drawing and Painting for Teens and Tweens Ages 12-18 Thursdays September 10-October 15 5-7pm In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve...
Sep 25, 2026
The Portrait Ages 16+ Join us for six weeks of drawing the portrait.Fridays 9/11-10/16 from 2-4pm. A portrait has everything, yet it has very little. It is complex, but simple. Still, but full of life. Simple lines turn into shapes that...
Sep 26, 2026
Fearless Drawing Ages 12+ Saturday September 26-October 245 weeks from 12pm-2pm Leave perfectionism at the door and discover the joy of drawing with confidence. Fearless Drawing is designed to help artists overcome hesitation, trust their instincts, and develop strong observational drawing skills. Through...
Sep 26, 2026
Color Experimentation in Paint Ages 12+ September 26-October 24 Weekly for 5 classes from 3-5pm Discover the fundamentals of color mixing in this hands-on painting class. Participants of all skill levels will explore color relationships such as complementary, analogous, and triadic color schemes,...
Painters Workshop: Inspiration and Growth for Artists Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ 6 sessions: September 15 – November 24 5:00 - 6:30PM, every other Tuesday This online course is designed for painters at different stages of experience working in acrylic. It is ideal...
October
Oct 01, 2026
Creative Co-Op Ages 3-5 Thursdays Sept 17-Oct 29 10:30-11:30am Preschoolers and young homeschoolers will explore different art materials through guided and process based art projects while tuning into their own creative ideas. Students will explore creating through drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and clay....
Creative Drawing for Adults Ages 18+ Thursdays September 10-October 15 2-4pm 6 weeks In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve the exceptional. There is no right or wrong,...
An Art Class Like No Other Drawing and Painting for Teens and Tweens Ages 12-18 Thursdays September 10-October 15 5-7pm In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve...
Oct 02, 2026
The Portrait Ages 16+ Join us for six weeks of drawing the portrait.Fridays 9/11-10/16 from 2-4pm. A portrait has everything, yet it has very little. It is complex, but simple. Still, but full of life. Simple lines turn into shapes that...
Oct 03, 2026
Fearless Drawing Ages 12+ Saturday September 26-October 245 weeks from 12pm-2pm Leave perfectionism at the door and discover the joy of drawing with confidence. Fearless Drawing is designed to help artists overcome hesitation, trust their instincts, and develop strong observational drawing skills. Through...
Oct 03, 2026
Color Experimentation in Paint Ages 12+ September 26-October 24 Weekly for 5 classes from 3-5pm Discover the fundamentals of color mixing in this hands-on painting class. Participants of all skill levels will explore color relationships such as complementary, analogous, and triadic color schemes,...
Oct 07, 2026
Beginning Ceramic Wheel ThrowingAges 14+ October 7-November 116-8pm 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 their basic...
Oct 08, 2026
Creative Co-Op Ages 3-5 Thursdays Sept 17-Oct 29 10:30-11:30am Preschoolers and young homeschoolers will explore different art materials through guided and process based art projects while tuning into their own creative ideas. Students will explore creating through drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and clay....
Creative Drawing for Adults Ages 18+ Thursdays September 10-October 15 2-4pm 6 weeks In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve the exceptional. There is no right or wrong,...
An Art Class Like No Other Drawing and Painting for Teens and Tweens Ages 12-18 Thursdays September 10-October 15 5-7pm In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve...
Oct 09, 2026
The Portrait Ages 16+ Join us for six weeks of drawing the portrait.Fridays 9/11-10/16 from 2-4pm. A portrait has everything, yet it has very little. It is complex, but simple. Still, but full of life. Simple lines turn into shapes that...
Oct 10, 2026
Fearless Drawing Ages 12+ Saturday September 26-October 245 weeks from 12pm-2pm Leave perfectionism at the door and discover the joy of drawing with confidence. Fearless Drawing is designed to help artists overcome hesitation, trust their instincts, and develop strong observational drawing skills. Through...
Oct 10, 2026
Color Experimentation in Paint Ages 12+ September 26-October 24 Weekly for 5 classes from 3-5pm Discover the fundamentals of color mixing in this hands-on painting class. Participants of all skill levels will explore color relationships such as complementary, analogous, and triadic color schemes,...
Painters Workshop: Inspiration and Growth for Artists Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ 6 sessions: September 15 – November 24 5:00 - 6:30PM, every other Tuesday This online course is designed for painters at different stages of experience working in acrylic. It is ideal...
Oct 14, 2026
Beginning Ceramic Wheel ThrowingAges 14+ October 7-November 116-8pm 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 their basic...
Oct 15, 2026
Creative Co-Op Ages 3-5 Thursdays Sept 17-Oct 29 10:30-11:30am Preschoolers and young homeschoolers will explore different art materials through guided and process based art projects while tuning into their own creative ideas. Students will explore creating through drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and clay....
Creative Drawing for Adults Ages 18+ Thursdays September 10-October 15 2-4pm 6 weeks In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve the exceptional. There is no right or wrong,...
An Art Class Like No Other Drawing and Painting for Teens and Tweens Ages 12-18 Thursdays September 10-October 15 5-7pm In this class, we will draw and paint from the real world, draw from photographs, copy the masters & use our imagination to achieve...
Oct 16, 2026
The Portrait Ages 16+ Join us for six weeks of drawing the portrait.Fridays 9/11-10/16 from 2-4pm. A portrait has everything, yet it has very little. It is complex, but simple. Still, but full of life. Simple lines turn into shapes that...
Oct 17, 2026
Fearless Drawing Ages 12+ Saturday September 26-October 245 weeks from 12pm-2pm Leave perfectionism at the door and discover the joy of drawing with confidence. Fearless Drawing is designed to help artists overcome hesitation, trust their instincts, and develop strong observational drawing skills. Through...
Oct 17, 2026
Color Experimentation in Paint Ages 12+ September 26-October 24 Weekly for 5 classes from 3-5pm Discover the fundamentals of color mixing in this hands-on painting class. Participants of all skill levels will explore color relationships such as complementary, analogous, and triadic color schemes,...
Oct 19, 2026
Intermediate Wheel Throwing October 19-December 7 6-8pm (8 Weeks) Mondays 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 throwing...
Oct 20, 2026
Introductory Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 20 – December 8 6-8pm Tuesdays for 8 weeks 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...
Oct 21, 2026
Beginning Ceramic Wheel ThrowingAges 14+ October 7-November 116-8pm 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 their basic...
Oct 22, 2026
Creative Co-Op Ages 3-5 Thursdays Sept 17-Oct 29 10:30-11:30am Preschoolers and young homeschoolers will explore different art materials through guided and process based art projects while tuning into their own creative ideas. Students will explore creating through drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and clay....
Oct 24, 2026
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...
Oct 24, 2026
Fearless Drawing Ages 12+ Saturday September 26-October 245 weeks from 12pm-2pm Leave perfectionism at the door and discover the joy of drawing with confidence. Fearless Drawing is designed to help artists overcome hesitation, trust their instincts, and develop strong observational drawing skills. Through...
Oct 24, 2026
Color Experimentation in Paint Ages 12+ September 26-October 24 Weekly for 5 classes from 3-5pm Discover the fundamentals of color mixing in this hands-on painting class. Participants of all skill levels will explore color relationships such as complementary, analogous, and triadic color schemes,...
Oct 26, 2026
Intermediate Wheel Throwing October 19-December 7 6-8pm (8 Weeks) Mondays 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 throwing...
Painters Workshop: Inspiration and Growth for Artists Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ 6 sessions: September 15 – November 24 5:00 - 6:30PM, every other Tuesday This online course is designed for painters at different stages of experience working in acrylic. It is ideal...
Oct 27, 2026
Introductory Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 20 – December 8 6-8pm Tuesdays for 8 weeks 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...
Oct 28, 2026
Beginning Ceramic Wheel ThrowingAges 14+ October 7-November 116-8pm 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 their basic...
Oct 29, 2026
Creative Co-Op Ages 3-5 Thursdays Sept 17-Oct 29 10:30-11:30am Preschoolers and young homeschoolers will explore different art materials through guided and process based art projects while tuning into their own creative ideas. Students will explore creating through drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and clay....
November
Nov 02, 2026
Intermediate Wheel Throwing October 19-December 7 6-8pm (8 Weeks) Mondays 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 throwing...
Nov 03, 2026
Introductory Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 20 – December 8 6-8pm Tuesdays for 8 weeks 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...
Nov 04, 2026
Beginning Ceramic Wheel ThrowingAges 14+ October 7-November 116-8pm 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 their basic...
Nov 09, 2026
Intermediate Wheel Throwing October 19-December 7 6-8pm (8 Weeks) Mondays 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 throwing...
Painters Workshop: Inspiration and Growth for Artists Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ 6 sessions: September 15 – November 24 5:00 - 6:30PM, every other Tuesday This online course is designed for painters at different stages of experience working in acrylic. It is ideal...
Nov 10, 2026
Introductory Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 20 – December 8 6-8pm Tuesdays for 8 weeks 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...
Nov 11, 2026
Beginning Ceramic Wheel ThrowingAges 14+ October 7-November 116-8pm 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 their basic...
Nov 16, 2026
Intermediate Wheel Throwing October 19-December 7 6-8pm (8 Weeks) Mondays 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 throwing...
Nov 17, 2026
Introductory Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 20 – December 8 6-8pm Tuesdays for 8 weeks 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...
Nov 18, 2026
Ceramic Harvest Planter November 18th 5:30-8pm Celebrate the changing seasons by creating a small, one-of-a-kind ceramic harvest planter! In this one-day workshop, students will learn handbuilding techniques while designing a functional planter inspired by autumn. Add pressed leaves, carved botanical patterns, or...
Nov 23, 2026
Intermediate Wheel Throwing October 19-December 7 6-8pm (8 Weeks) Mondays 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 throwing...
Painters Workshop: Inspiration and Growth for Artists Instructor: Jean Kondo Weigl Ages 18+ 6 sessions: September 15 – November 24 5:00 - 6:30PM, every other Tuesday This online course is designed for painters at different stages of experience working in acrylic. It is ideal...
Nov 24, 2026
Introductory Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 20 – December 8 6-8pm Tuesdays for 8 weeks 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...
Nov 30, 2026
Intermediate Wheel Throwing October 19-December 7 6-8pm (8 Weeks) Mondays 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 throwing...
December
Dec 01, 2026
Private Girl Scouts Ornament Making Class M. Hall Ages 5+ Please only register for this course if you're in the private party. A one-day ceramics workshop for kids (or adults!). Sign just your child up, or sign a parent and child up as a...
Dec 01, 2026
Introductory Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 20 – December 8 6-8pm Tuesdays for 8 weeks 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...
Dec 02, 2026
Clay Ornaments for Kids December 2 5:30-8pm Ages 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 create...
Dec 07, 2026
Intermediate Wheel Throwing October 19-December 7 6-8pm (8 Weeks) Mondays 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 throwing...
Dec 08, 2026
Introductory Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ October 20 – December 8 6-8pm Tuesdays for 8 weeks 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...
Holiday Charcuterie Board & Dip BowlDecember 9, 20265:30-7:30pm Create a beautiful handmade serving piece just in time for holiday gatherings! In this two-hour handbuilding workshop, you'll design a ceramic charcuterie platter complete with a coordinating dip bowl or olive dish. Personalize...
Dec 16, 2026
Tai Chi All year-round, except for winter holiday closure. 10am-11am on Wednesdays This summer - no Tai Chi on 6/10, 7/1, 7/15, 7/29, 8/12. All other Wednesdays there will be Tai Chi unless a cancellation occurs. Donation based class. Please register online...
Dec 18, 2026
Chinese Qi Gong Practice All year-round, except for winter holiday closure. This summer, class will occur every Friday except for 6/12, 7/2, 7/17, 7/31, 8/14, unless other unexpected closures occur. 10:15am-11am Fridays 3rd Floor Dance Studio This is a donation based class, please bring a...
January
Jan 17, 2027
Chinese Qi Gong Practice January 17, 24, 31 and February 7 1pm-3pm Ages 18+ This is a donation based class, please bring a cash or check donation. All participants must register online so that we have valid contact information for you in case of cancellation,...
Jan 24, 2027
Chinese Qi Gong Practice January 17, 24, 31 and February 7 1pm-3pm Ages 18+ This is a donation based class, please bring a cash or check donation. All participants must register online so that we have valid contact information for you in case of cancellation,...
Jan 31, 2027
Chinese Qi Gong Practice January 17, 24, 31 and February 7 1pm-3pm Ages 18+ This is a donation based class, please bring a cash or check donation. All participants must register online so that we have valid contact information for you in case of cancellation,...
February
Feb 07, 2027
Chinese Qi Gong Practice January 17, 24, 31 and February 7 1pm-3pm Ages 18+ This is a donation based class, please bring a cash or check donation. All participants must register online so that we have valid contact information for you in case of cancellation,...
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