https://www.aoyarts.org/page-18430 AOY Art Center upcoming events AOY Art Center Wild Apricot - membership management software and more en Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:34:23 GMT Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:34:23 GMT Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/nelly.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="257" height="257">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><font face="Lato"><span>Learn various techniques of making one of the oldest textiles in the world - felt using simple tools and natural fibers. Student will get start up kit with necessary supplies on the first day of class ($30</span> <span>cash or check made payable to the instructor</span> <span>on the first day of class). Information on additional material to purchase will be provided. Extra materials will be available during class to share.&nbsp;</span></font><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 14.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><br></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/01%203%20Monteiro.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="494" height="268">Teaching Artist: Chris Monteiro</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>Drawing and Painting for Beginners and Experienced<br> Something for everybody!<br> You will learn many techniques and methods for producing watercolor paintings of your own. Learn the basics of pictorial composition, perspective and many other aspects of ART!<br> You will be more informed about brushes, paint and paper types and what is best for you. Learn to paint tree, skies, people, animals and much more.<br> No previous experienced is required. By the end of this course you will be able to finish a watercolor painting with confidence! Beginners or advanced.</span><span><font color="#FF0000">&nbsp;</font></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/live%20model.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="302" height="275" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Richard Romero</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This workshop is designed to help participants improve their figure drawing skills through direct observation of a live, clothed model. Over a structured series of sessions, participants will explore anatomy, proportion, gesture, and shading while practicing a variety of drawing techniques in a supportive environment.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span>Model fee is included in the cost of the class.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font></span><span><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/textile.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; display: block;" width="498" height="227"></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</p> <p><span>Give a new life to your old clothing by creating unique accessories and artwork.<br> Using a traditional and new approach to utilize your old possession learn how to:<br> 1. Create unique piece of accessory and artwork<br> 2. Reduce textile waste<br> 3. Save money to prolong life of clothing<br> 4. Slow stitch and in contemporary embroidery - a mindful, creative hand stitching practice that emphasizes the process and enjoyment of creating something by hand, rather than focusing on speed or perfection<br> 5. Sashiko and Boro Stitch<br> 6. Wabi-Sabi in textile<br> 7. Stress relief</span></p> <p><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/ilya%20summer.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="469" height="225" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Ilya Lerner</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This course of drawing from observation is for artists of any level working in any monochrome media. A wonderful art form in itself, good drawing is a must for any artist, be it a painter, a sculptor, a print maker or a designer.<br> <br> You will learn about composition, proportions, perspective, positive and negative shapes, light and shadow, value and other fundamentals of drawing. You will train your eye and hand, and will be acquainted with work of master draftsmen and various approaches to drawing. It’s recommended to work in charcoal on Bristol paper, but various drawing materials can be used and will be discussed.<br> A $65 modeling fee for the use of a model in two classes is included in the cost of this class.</span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>For ages 18+.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font face="Lato" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/nelly.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="257" height="257">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><font face="Lato"><span>Learn various techniques of making one of the oldest textiles in the world - felt using simple tools and natural fibers. Student will get start up kit with necessary supplies on the first day of class ($30</span> <span>cash or check made payable to the instructor</span> <span>on the first day of class). Information on additional material to purchase will be provided. Extra materials will be available during class to share.&nbsp;</span></font><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 14.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><br></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/01%203%20Monteiro.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="494" height="268">Teaching Artist: Chris Monteiro</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>Drawing and Painting for Beginners and Experienced<br> Something for everybody!<br> You will learn many techniques and methods for producing watercolor paintings of your own. Learn the basics of pictorial composition, perspective and many other aspects of ART!<br> You will be more informed about brushes, paint and paper types and what is best for you. Learn to paint tree, skies, people, animals and much more.<br> No previous experienced is required. By the end of this course you will be able to finish a watercolor painting with confidence! Beginners or advanced.</span><span><font color="#FF0000">&nbsp;</font></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/live%20model.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="302" height="275" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Richard Romero</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This workshop is designed to help participants improve their figure drawing skills through direct observation of a live, clothed model. Over a structured series of sessions, participants will explore anatomy, proportion, gesture, and shading while practicing a variety of drawing techniques in a supportive environment.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span>Model fee is included in the cost of the class.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font></span><span><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/textile.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; display: block;" width="498" height="227"></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</p> <p><span>Give a new life to your old clothing by creating unique accessories and artwork.<br> Using a traditional and new approach to utilize your old possession learn how to:<br> 1. Create unique piece of accessory and artwork<br> 2. Reduce textile waste<br> 3. Save money to prolong life of clothing<br> 4. Slow stitch and in contemporary embroidery - a mindful, creative hand stitching practice that emphasizes the process and enjoyment of creating something by hand, rather than focusing on speed or perfection<br> 5. Sashiko and Boro Stitch<br> 6. Wabi-Sabi in textile<br> 7. Stress relief</span></p> <p><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/ilya%20summer.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="469" height="225" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Ilya Lerner</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This course of drawing from observation is for artists of any level working in any monochrome media. A wonderful art form in itself, good drawing is a must for any artist, be it a painter, a sculptor, a print maker or a designer.<br> <br> You will learn about composition, proportions, perspective, positive and negative shapes, light and shadow, value and other fundamentals of drawing. You will train your eye and hand, and will be acquainted with work of master draftsmen and various approaches to drawing. It’s recommended to work in charcoal on Bristol paper, but various drawing materials can be used and will be discussed.<br> A $65 modeling fee for the use of a model in two classes is included in the cost of this class.</span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>For ages 18+.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font face="Lato" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/nelly.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="257" height="257">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><font face="Lato"><span>Learn various techniques of making one of the oldest textiles in the world - felt using simple tools and natural fibers. Student will get start up kit with necessary supplies on the first day of class ($30</span> <span>cash or check made payable to the instructor</span> <span>on the first day of class). Information on additional material to purchase will be provided. Extra materials will be available during class to share.&nbsp;</span></font><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 14.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><br></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/01%203%20Monteiro.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="494" height="268">Teaching Artist: Chris Monteiro</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>Drawing and Painting for Beginners and Experienced<br> Something for everybody!<br> You will learn many techniques and methods for producing watercolor paintings of your own. Learn the basics of pictorial composition, perspective and many other aspects of ART!<br> You will be more informed about brushes, paint and paper types and what is best for you. Learn to paint tree, skies, people, animals and much more.<br> No previous experienced is required. By the end of this course you will be able to finish a watercolor painting with confidence! Beginners or advanced.</span><span><font color="#FF0000">&nbsp;</font></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/live%20model.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="302" height="275" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Richard Romero</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This workshop is designed to help participants improve their figure drawing skills through direct observation of a live, clothed model. Over a structured series of sessions, participants will explore anatomy, proportion, gesture, and shading while practicing a variety of drawing techniques in a supportive environment.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span>Model fee is included in the cost of the class.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font></span><span><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/textile.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; display: block;" width="498" height="227"></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</p> <p><span>Give a new life to your old clothing by creating unique accessories and artwork.<br> Using a traditional and new approach to utilize your old possession learn how to:<br> 1. Create unique piece of accessory and artwork<br> 2. Reduce textile waste<br> 3. Save money to prolong life of clothing<br> 4. Slow stitch and in contemporary embroidery - a mindful, creative hand stitching practice that emphasizes the process and enjoyment of creating something by hand, rather than focusing on speed or perfection<br> 5. Sashiko and Boro Stitch<br> 6. Wabi-Sabi in textile<br> 7. Stress relief</span></p> <p><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/ilya%20summer.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="469" height="225" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Ilya Lerner</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This course of drawing from observation is for artists of any level working in any monochrome media. A wonderful art form in itself, good drawing is a must for any artist, be it a painter, a sculptor, a print maker or a designer.<br> <br> You will learn about composition, proportions, perspective, positive and negative shapes, light and shadow, value and other fundamentals of drawing. You will train your eye and hand, and will be acquainted with work of master draftsmen and various approaches to drawing. It’s recommended to work in charcoal on Bristol paper, but various drawing materials can be used and will be discussed.<br> A $65 modeling fee for the use of a model in two classes is included in the cost of this class.</span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>For ages 18+.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font face="Lato" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/nelly.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="257" height="257">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><font face="Lato"><span>Learn various techniques of making one of the oldest textiles in the world - felt using simple tools and natural fibers. Student will get start up kit with necessary supplies on the first day of class ($30</span> <span>cash or check made payable to the instructor</span> <span>on the first day of class). Information on additional material to purchase will be provided. Extra materials will be available during class to share.&nbsp;</span></font><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 14.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><br></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/01%203%20Monteiro.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="494" height="268">Teaching Artist: Chris Monteiro</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>Drawing and Painting for Beginners and Experienced<br> Something for everybody!<br> You will learn many techniques and methods for producing watercolor paintings of your own. Learn the basics of pictorial composition, perspective and many other aspects of ART!<br> You will be more informed about brushes, paint and paper types and what is best for you. Learn to paint tree, skies, people, animals and much more.<br> No previous experienced is required. By the end of this course you will be able to finish a watercolor painting with confidence! Beginners or advanced.</span><span><font color="#FF0000">&nbsp;</font></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/live%20model.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="302" height="275" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Richard Romero</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This workshop is designed to help participants improve their figure drawing skills through direct observation of a live, clothed model. Over a structured series of sessions, participants will explore anatomy, proportion, gesture, and shading while practicing a variety of drawing techniques in a supportive environment.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span>Model fee is included in the cost of the class.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font></span><span><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/textile.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; display: block;" width="498" height="227"></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</p> <p><span>Give a new life to your old clothing by creating unique accessories and artwork.<br> Using a traditional and new approach to utilize your old possession learn how to:<br> 1. Create unique piece of accessory and artwork<br> 2. Reduce textile waste<br> 3. Save money to prolong life of clothing<br> 4. Slow stitch and in contemporary embroidery - a mindful, creative hand stitching practice that emphasizes the process and enjoyment of creating something by hand, rather than focusing on speed or perfection<br> 5. Sashiko and Boro Stitch<br> 6. Wabi-Sabi in textile<br> 7. Stress relief</span></p> <p><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/ilya%20summer.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="469" height="225" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Ilya Lerner</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This course of drawing from observation is for artists of any level working in any monochrome media. A wonderful art form in itself, good drawing is a must for any artist, be it a painter, a sculptor, a print maker or a designer.<br> <br> You will learn about composition, proportions, perspective, positive and negative shapes, light and shadow, value and other fundamentals of drawing. You will train your eye and hand, and will be acquainted with work of master draftsmen and various approaches to drawing. It’s recommended to work in charcoal on Bristol paper, but various drawing materials can be used and will be discussed.<br> A $65 modeling fee for the use of a model in two classes is included in the cost of this class.</span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>For ages 18+.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font face="Lato" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/nelly.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="257" height="257">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><font face="Lato"><span>Learn various techniques of making one of the oldest textiles in the world - felt using simple tools and natural fibers. Student will get start up kit with necessary supplies on the first day of class ($30</span> <span>cash or check made payable to the instructor</span> <span>on the first day of class). Information on additional material to purchase will be provided. Extra materials will be available during class to share.&nbsp;</span></font><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 14.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><br></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/01%203%20Monteiro.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="494" height="268">Teaching Artist: Chris Monteiro</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>Drawing and Painting for Beginners and Experienced<br> Something for everybody!<br> You will learn many techniques and methods for producing watercolor paintings of your own. Learn the basics of pictorial composition, perspective and many other aspects of ART!<br> You will be more informed about brushes, paint and paper types and what is best for you. Learn to paint tree, skies, people, animals and much more.<br> No previous experienced is required. By the end of this course you will be able to finish a watercolor painting with confidence! Beginners or advanced.</span><span><font color="#FF0000">&nbsp;</font></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/live%20model.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="302" height="275" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Richard Romero</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This workshop is designed to help participants improve their figure drawing skills through direct observation of a live, clothed model. Over a structured series of sessions, participants will explore anatomy, proportion, gesture, and shading while practicing a variety of drawing techniques in a supportive environment.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span>Model fee is included in the cost of the class.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font></span><span><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/textile.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; display: block;" width="498" height="227"></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</p> <p><span>Give a new life to your old clothing by creating unique accessories and artwork.<br> Using a traditional and new approach to utilize your old possession learn how to:<br> 1. Create unique piece of accessory and artwork<br> 2. Reduce textile waste<br> 3. Save money to prolong life of clothing<br> 4. Slow stitch and in contemporary embroidery - a mindful, creative hand stitching practice that emphasizes the process and enjoyment of creating something by hand, rather than focusing on speed or perfection<br> 5. Sashiko and Boro Stitch<br> 6. Wabi-Sabi in textile<br> 7. Stress relief</span></p> <p><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/ilya%20summer.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="469" height="225" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Ilya Lerner</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This course of drawing from observation is for artists of any level working in any monochrome media. A wonderful art form in itself, good drawing is a must for any artist, be it a painter, a sculptor, a print maker or a designer.<br> <br> You will learn about composition, proportions, perspective, positive and negative shapes, light and shadow, value and other fundamentals of drawing. You will train your eye and hand, and will be acquainted with work of master draftsmen and various approaches to drawing. It’s recommended to work in charcoal on Bristol paper, but various drawing materials can be used and will be discussed.<br> A $65 modeling fee for the use of a model in two classes is included in the cost of this class.</span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>For ages 18+.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font face="Lato" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/nelly.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="257" height="257">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><font face="Lato"><span>Learn various techniques of making one of the oldest textiles in the world - felt using simple tools and natural fibers. Student will get start up kit with necessary supplies on the first day of class ($30</span> <span>cash or check made payable to the instructor</span> <span>on the first day of class). Information on additional material to purchase will be provided. Extra materials will be available during class to share.&nbsp;</span></font><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 14.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;"><br></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673307 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/01%203%20Monteiro.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;" width="494" height="268">Teaching Artist: Chris Monteiro</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>Drawing and Painting for Beginners and Experienced<br> Something for everybody!<br> You will learn many techniques and methods for producing watercolor paintings of your own. Learn the basics of pictorial composition, perspective and many other aspects of ART!<br> You will be more informed about brushes, paint and paper types and what is best for you. Learn to paint tree, skies, people, animals and much more.<br> No previous experienced is required. By the end of this course you will be able to finish a watercolor painting with confidence! Beginners or advanced.</span><span><font color="#FF0000">&nbsp;</font></span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673330 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT <p><font><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/live%20model.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="302" height="275" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Richard Romero</font></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This workshop is designed to help participants improve their figure drawing skills through direct observation of a live, clothed model. Over a structured series of sessions, participants will explore anatomy, proportion, gesture, and shading while practicing a variety of drawing techniques in a supportive environment.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important; margin-top: 0px !important;"><span>Model fee is included in the cost of the class.</span></p> <p style="margin-top: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#000000">For ages 18+.</font></span><span><font color="#FF0000"><br> **Please note there is no class on July 15.</font></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px !important;">Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.</font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673337 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/textile.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; display: block;" width="498" height="227"></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;">Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina</p> <p><span>Give a new life to your old clothing by creating unique accessories and artwork.<br> Using a traditional and new approach to utilize your old possession learn how to:<br> 1. Create unique piece of accessory and artwork<br> 2. Reduce textile waste<br> 3. Save money to prolong life of clothing<br> 4. Slow stitch and in contemporary embroidery - a mindful, creative hand stitching practice that emphasizes the process and enjoyment of creating something by hand, rather than focusing on speed or perfection<br> 5. Sashiko and Boro Stitch<br> 6. Wabi-Sabi in textile<br> 7. Stress relief</span></p> <p><span>For ages 18+.</span><span><br></span></p> <p><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Lato" color="#000000"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673349 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><img src="https://www.aoyarts.org/resources/Pictures/ilya%20summer.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="469" height="225" style="margin: 10px auto; display: block;">Teaching Artist: Ilya Lerner</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span>This course of drawing from observation is for artists of any level working in any monochrome media. A wonderful art form in itself, good drawing is a must for any artist, be it a painter, a sculptor, a print maker or a designer.<br> <br> You will learn about composition, proportions, perspective, positive and negative shapes, light and shadow, value and other fundamentals of drawing. You will train your eye and hand, and will be acquainted with work of master draftsmen and various approaches to drawing. It’s recommended to work in charcoal on Bristol paper, but various drawing materials can be used and will be discussed.<br> A $65 modeling fee for the use of a model in two classes is included in the cost of this class.</span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>For ages 18+.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0px !important;"><span><font color="#FF0000">**Please note there is no class on July 16.</font></span><span><br></span></p> <p>Here is a link for details regarding AOY <span style="background-color: rgb(248, 249, 250);"><font face="Lato" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://www.aoyarts.org/Class-and-Workshop-Refund-and-Cancellation-Policy">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.<br></font></span></p> https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354 https://www.aoyarts.org/event-6673354