FAVA
39 South Main Street
Oberlin, Ohio 44074
Phone: (440) 774-7158
Fax: (440) 775-1107
Ignite Your Creativity with Our Latest Workshops and Classes!
Discover new skills, deepen your artistic practice, and connect with fellow creatives in our diverse lineup of classes. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, we offer something for everyone. Explore our upcoming offerings and join us in fostering creativity and community!
Age: 18+
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 Jan-May Registration is required to attend open studio. This continuously running open studio provides a nude model for participants to draw or...
Schedule a Private Pottery Pop-In
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...
Half-Day June 9-13 Summer Art Camp
Half-Day FAVA Summer Art Camp June 9-13th Monday-Friday8:30am-12:00 Special Guests: To be announced soon! Ages 6-12Campers must have already been through kindergarten to attend regular camp. If you have a pre-k aged child interested in camp, check out our Pre-K camp! Welcome campers...
Pre-K Summer Art Camp June 24-26
Pre-K Summer Camp June 24-26 Pre-K Summer Art Camp Tuesday June 24-Thursday June 269am-12pmSpecial Guests: To be announced soon! Ages 3-5 Welcome campers to this 3-day art adventure for ages 3-5. This is a new camp to accommodate some of FAVA's younger students!...
Half-Day July 14-18 Summer Art Camp
Half-Day FAVA Summer Art Camp July 14th-18thMonday-Friday8:30am-12:00 Special Guests: To be announced soon! Ages 6-12Campers must have already been through kindergarten to attend regular camp. If you have a pre-k aged child interested in camp, check out our Pre-K camp! Welcome campers to...
Half-Day July 28-Aug 1 Summer Art Camp
Half-Day FAVA Summer Art Camp July 28th-August 1stMonday-Friday8:30am-12:00 Special Guests: To be announced soon! Ages 6-12Campers must have already been through kindergarten to attend regular camp. If you have a pre-k aged child interested in camp, check out our Pre-K camp! Welcome campers to...
Half-Day August 18-22 Summer Art Camp
Half-Day FAVA Summer Art Camp August 18th-22ndMonday-Friday8:30am-12:00 Special Guests: To be announced soon! Ages 6-12Campers must have already been through kindergarten to attend regular camp. If you have a pre-k aged child interested in camp, check out our Pre-K camp! Welcome campers to this...
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing (14+)
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ March 2-April 13 Skip March 23Sundays 4:30pm-6:30pm 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...
Intermediate Wheel Throwing: Lidded Jars (14+)
Intermediate Wheel Throwing: Lidded Jars (14+) March 4, 11, 18.Tuesdays 5:30-7:30pm This class is intended for people who have experience with wheel throwing basic forms (mugs, bowls, plates, etc.) and are looking to learn some more advanced forms. In this 3 week...
Cartooning and Mixed Media (7+)
Cartooning and Mixed Media (7+) Tuesdays March 4-April 15 skip March 256-8pm Adults and kids 7+ years old, but flexible! Adults are welcome to join, teens--whoever is interested. Within this class, students will engage their creativity and ability to think outside of...
Intermediate Ceramic Wheel Throwing (14+)
Intermediate Wheel Throwing March 20-May 1 (Skip March 27)5:30pm-7:30pm 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...
Maps and Beyond! For ages 7-12 March 21-April 25 6 weeks, 5:30-6:30pm Students will create a variety of maps, some based on elementary school standards and some with a more creative, universal and mystical approach. We will explore existing artistic and scientific...
Acrylic Painting for Teens and Adults (12+)
Acrylic Painting for Teens and Adults March 24-May 285:30-7:30pm2nd 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,...
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing (14+)
Beginning Ceramic Wheel Throwing Ages 14+ Wednesdays March 26-April 305:30-7:30 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...
Intermediate Ceramic Handbuilding: Larger Coil Vessels (14+)
Intermediate Ceramic Handbuilding: Larger Coil Vessels May 7-28 5:30-7:30pm Ages 14+ This class is ideally designed for students who have already taken a ceramics class and have some basics under their belt. The focus of the class is on building larger...
Ceramic Fins, Fur & Feathers! (8+)
Ceramic Fins, Fur & Feathers!Ages 8+ Thursdays on May 8th-June 12th 6 wks 5:30-7PM Create lively animal figurines using clay hand-building techniques. We will make a scaly fish, a fluffy small mammal, and a perching small bird. Students are encouraged to bring...
Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice (Jan-May)
Age: 18+
Chinese Qi Gong Tai Chi Practice January 10-May TBD 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...
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (Jan-May)
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall PreventionJanuary 8-May TBD10am-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 or...
Valentines Day Paint and Sip (18+)
Valentines Day Paint and Sip February 14th6-8pm 18+ Join us for a Valentines Day themed Paint n Sip night from 6-8pm. This class is perfect for couples who are interested in trying something new together. These two-hour sessions will allow you...
Valentines Day Couples Wheel Throwing (18+)
Valentines Day Wheel Throwing Ages 18+Get your hands dirty together in this no-pressure, just having fun workshop. During the class you and your partner will share a potting wheel, taking turns practicing throwing clay. The instructor will give a short demo...
Drawing FacesSaturdays, February 15, 2211am-12:30pmAges 15+ Unlock your potential and discover simple, enjoyable techniques for drawing faces using graphite, charcoal, and ink! Say goodbye to intimidation and hello to confidence as you master the art of capturing the human face. Embrace...
Ceramic Flower MakingFriday February 21st 5:30-7:30pm Join us for this beginner friendly ceramic hand-building class. We will be making hand-built flowers to be used as paper weights or hung as wall decorations. We will use specialized pinching and coil building techniques to...
Basic Felting Friday February 216-8pmAges 15+Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to dive into the world of felting! Join us in this engaging class where you'll effortlessly explore the vibrant possibilities of wool. Create stunning images using an array...
Private Pottery Pop In - Jessica I 2/22
Jessica I. Private party only - Pottery Pop In February 22nd from 3pm-5pm Only sign up for this class if you are part of Jessica I.'s private party. Grab a friend and take a spin on the potter’s wheel! If you’ve ever wanted...
Embroidery for Beginners 2/27 (15+)
Embroidery for BeginnersAges 15+Thursday February 27th 6-8pmJoin us for an exciting introduction to embroidery! Discover some essential stitches that will unlock your creativity and empower you to create beautiful pieces on your own. By the end of the session, we...
Pet Portraits Paint and Sip 2/28 (18+)
Paint n Sip February 28 6-8pm 18+ Join us for a Pet Portrait Themed Paint n Sip night from 6-8pm. Provide a photo of your pet on registration to erin@fava.org and you will paint your favorite furry friend. These two-hour sessions will allow...
Intermediate Ceramics: Teapots (14+)
Intermediate Ceramics: TeapotsThrowing, Assembling and Decorating Ages 14+ SaturdaysMarch 1 1-4pm AND March 8 1-4pm (may be shorter on day 2 depending on how fast you work). Discover the art of teapot making in this hands-on wheel-throwing class! Students will learn to...
Handbuilding Ceramic Flower Pots (12+)
Handbuilding Ceramic Flower PotsAges 12+March 75:30-7:30 Come to this pop-in and learn how to make a hand-built ceramic flower pot! We will be discussing how to make a clay flower pot using coil building techniques. We will also apply surface decoration...
Paint n Sip March 14th6-8pm 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,...
Hand-built Ceramic Lanterns (ages 14+)
Hand-built Ceramic Lanterns WorkshopAges 14+ March 21st 5:30-7:30pm Light up your space with a custom ceramic lantern crafted by you! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn hand-building techniques to create a unique lantern, complete with intricate cutouts that cast beautiful...
Paint n Sip March 28th6-8pm 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...
Pinch Pot Ceramic Easter Eggs (6+)
Pinch Pot Ceramic Easter EggsAges 6+ April 45:30-7:30 Celebrate the season with a charming ceramic pinch pot easter egg! In this class, you’ll use hand-building and pinch pot techniques to shape and decorate your own egg. Perfect for all skill levels,...
Clay Bead Making Friday April 25 5:30-7:30 For adults and kids ages 10+ Beginners welcome! In this two hour class, we will learn how to make ceramic beads that can be used for jewelry making after they are fired. We will...
Private Pottery Pop In - Danielle C
Danielle C. private party only - Pottery Pop In Friday May 2 from 5:30-7:30pm Do not register for this class unless you are in this private party. Grab a friend and take a spin on the potter’s wheel! If you’ve ever wanted to try...
Mother's Day Ceramic Mug Making
Mothers Day Mug Making (16+)Ages 14+May 55:30-7:30 Celebrate Mother’s Day with creativity and connection in this special mug throwing workshop! Learn the basics of wheel throwing to craft a beautiful and functional ceramic mug, perfect as a heartfelt gift or a...
Ceramics Surface Exploration: Sgraffito Workshop (14+)
Ceramics Surface Exploration: Sgraffito WorkshopFriday May 30th 5:30-7:30 Ages 14+ Discover the art of sgraffito, a timeless ceramic decorating technique that involves carving intricate designs through layers of contrasting colored slip. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to prepare your...
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