Experience the thrill of painting with versatile acrylics. This class is perfect for all skill levels, covering essential techniques, materials, color mixing, and composition. Instructor Marlene brings you a gentle,focused instruction teaching style with hands-on demonstrations, visual examples, and individualized guidance to enhance your skills. Whether you're new to painting or want to deepen your practice, this course offers something for everyone. Already taken this class? Enroll in additional sessions to further develop your skills. A supply list will be emailed at the time of registration. Approximate supply cost, depending on materials already owned: $70. No class January 19 and February 16.

Curious about painting with acrylics? Channel your inner Yayoi Kusama in this engaging workshop where you'll be guided step-by-step to create a mesmerizing acrylic painting inspired by the artist herself! Who is Yayoi Kusama? Kusama is a world-famous Japanese contemporary artist known for her colorful dots, bold patterns, and whimsical, larger-than-life installations. This session is perfect for all experience levels—whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, everyone is welcome! All materials provided.

The Orange Art Center is proud to announce the launch of the OAC Scholarship, debuting in January 2025 and made possible by a generous donation from OAC community member and participant, Steve Garfunkel. Inspired by the personhood and artistic teaching of OAC painting instructors Annie Peters and Marlene Weinstein, Garfunkel wanted to gift the OAC a donation to help establish a scholarship aiming to provide financial assistance to participants pursuing art education. Rooted in the belief that art brings healing and joy, the OAC Scholarship seeks to empower all individuals to explore their creativity and share the transformative power of art with the community! Join us in expanding this mission—your support can help bring the gift of art to even more lives, fostering inspiration, growth, and connection for all. Tax-deductible donations to the scholarship program are accepted from individuals, businesses, and community groups interested in having a direct, life-enhancing impact on a local individual.Donations are accepted by credit card and check using our easy-to-use enrollment software. Please select a donation amount on the right and click Enroll Now to begin. You will be prompted to create a simple account if you do not already have one established. So that we can provide you with a receipt and thank you note, please be sure to include your full name, address, phone and email address. If you would like your donation to remain anonymous, please contact OAC Coordinator Destyni Green at 216-831-5130. We thank you for your contribution and for helping us provide art education opportunities for all!