Orange Beach Arts Center would like to help you cultivate your artistic talents. Take a look at just a few of their wide range of winter classes:
A six-week watercolor class is available for all levels, beginning Monday, January 10. The beginner class is scheduled for 9:30 until noon, and an intermediate/advanced class runs from 12:30 until 3:00. For just $80, you will learn about colors, brush techniques, special effects and more. Rich Willows will present information, then be available for individual attention as you work on your project.
If molding clay into beautiful and functional items captures your interest, join Janie Currier as she teaches basic pottery techniques over four weeks beginning Monday, January 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m. The $65 fee includes supplies as well as firing, glazing and finishing.
Those curious about oil painting will enjoy a beginner’s class offered by Jo Hall. From 9:00 until noon on Tuesdays, starting January 11, the seven-week course will concentrate on still life projects as you explore how to begin, learn about pigments, and work with various techniques to enhance your creation. The $150 fee includes a full hands-on experience with plenty of individual attention.
To register for any of the above classes, call 251-981-2787. For a full schedule of adult classes, including drawing, photography, pastels, plein air, mixed media, acrylic and more, visit the Orange Beach Arts Center Adult Education webpage.
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