Book your Art Birthday Parties!
Create a painting on canvas! We'll help guests learn how to create their very own paintings to take home. Package includes room rental, instructor, canvas, and all art supplies. All paintings will be done with acrylic paints.
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Private Art Lessons (Age: 10 & up)
(Also available for Adult Students!)
Private Art Lessons (Age: 10 & up) Total of 6 hours of private instruction per course session spread throughout four 1.5 hour sessions. Enjoy one-on-one instruction with our award winning art instructor in our dedicated art room. Lessons are geared for the beginner or for those with minimal experience. Relax and work stress free at your own pace. Choose from one of the following sessions: Learn to Draw, Beginning Acrylic Painting, Introduction to Watercolor, Abstract Acrylic Painting, and Easy Portrait Drawing. Canvases are required for the Beginning Acrylic Painting & Abstract Acrylic Painting sessions. Canvases can be purchased at the Oak View front desk during operating hours, or students can bring their own to their lessons. Sessions are individually arranged with the instructor. Participants that are interested in these private art lessons must fill out a request form at the Oak View Center. Our art instructor will contact you and set-up a schedule for your lessons after the request is received. For more information, please call 708-857-2200. All materials will be provided, except for canvases.
New! Canvases can be purchased at the Oak View Center for all Art classes. We have 2 sizes available. 11x14 canvases will be available for $5, and 16x20 canvases will be $7. Please note: Canvases can only be purchased during Oak View front desk office hours.
The Art of Drawing for Teens (12-15)This is a drawing program designed for our older students. Projects will be at a more advanced level, than in our younger classes. Students can choose to work independently on a drawing of their own choosing, or join in the class project. All students will receive individualized instruction. Personal music is allowed, (with earbuds). All materials are supplied.
Young Picasso's Art Program (5-6)For younger artists! Build an early and sound foundation for art in our positive, creative environment. We will introduce fun techniques, simple terminology, and loads of activities to explore various mediums. These classes will focus on drawing, painting and assorted crafts to reinforce artistic skills. All class themes, projects and endeavors will encourage each child’s creative spirit! All materials included.
3D Art- Sculpture Class (7-12)Explore the world of creating in 3D. Everyone begins by learning basic Paper Mache’ modeling techniques to complete their sculpture. As students continue in this program, they will learn advanced skills and utilize different materials for adding details and textures to their sculptures. This is a VERY hands on program. All materials included.
Amazing Art Club (Age: 6-12) Art club for our younger artists! Spend the entire fall season discovering the amazing and fun things art has to offer! This club is designed for enthusiastic young artists, who would like to experience different mediums such as paint, graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, markers, pastels, and collage to create our favorite things in art. Everyone will have fun learning about art techniques through hands-on experience. Dress for active art. All materials supplied.
Art Of Drawing! (Age: 8-14) Graphite, Charcoal & Colored Pencils. Is drawing "your thing"? Do you want to really expand your knowledge and advance your skills? This class is fun, but also designed with the serious art student in mind. Learn basic/advanced composition skills to utilize in your drawings. Expand your knowledge of balance and proportion. Explore how to work in colored pencils, and try combining graphite & charcoal. This course is both basic and comprehensive, with mini-lectures, demonstrations, and student projects. Students will work independently on subjects and mediums of their choice. Options will be discussed in first class. We supply all materials.
Explorations In Art (Age: 6-8) This art program is for our younger artists! Our primary focus will be on developing your drawing skills. A basic project is presented, but students will be allowed to create their work as they see fit. Students learn correct application of various mediums, techniques, and terminology. Step-by-step instructions will be given for each project. All materials are provided. Projects change every session.
Stop & Van Gogh (Ages 6-12) Acrylic Painting. This class is for everyone who would like to learn how to paint with acrylics on canvas. Our class projects will be instructed step-by-step. Students will learn painting techniques, color work & basic elements of a proper composition. No prior experience necessary. Our subjects range from whimsical, abstract, still life & landscapes. We provide easels, brushes & paints. Students are required to bring one 11x14 canvas to the first class. Students are responsible for all canvases used in this class.
Let’s Paint! (Ages 6-8) Tempera Painting. For our younger aspiring artists! Learn the basics of how to paint using temperas, and create works of art! Our subjects will be animals, flowers, insects, and more. Begin to learn terminology and techniques. Students will be given step–by–step instruction in a group setting. Everyone is encouraged to expand on the central theme.
Art Explorers Summer Camp
All Art Camps At OakView Center
Register for both sessions! Projects change between June/July sessions.
Create fun and amazing art this summer! Campers will have the opportunity to work in mediums such as tempera paint, graphite, charcoal, oil pastels, and more! Our goal will be to explore, experiment, and be creative! “How to” demonstrations will be given before each project begins, as well as individual instruction in a group setting. Join us as we try our hand at everything from drawing animals to experimental art creations. Camps will take place outside/inside at the Oak View Center. No off-site activities. All art supplies are provided. PDNA (mf)
Activity # Dates Days Times Res/NR Ages
128240-01 06/14/2022 -07/07/2022 Tu, Th 9:00 am -11:30 am $110.00/$120.00 6-12
128240-02 06/14/2022 -07/07/2022 Tu, Th 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm $110.00/$120.00 6-12
128240-03 07/12/2022 -08/04/2022 Tu, Th 9:00 am -11:30 am $110.00/$120.00 6-12
128240-04 07/12/2022 -08/04/2022 Tu, Th 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm $110.00/$120.00 6-12
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