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Course Descriptions

Find out which class at the OUAC you would like to participate in. Below you will find a quick description of each class offered at the Art Center.

Wheel Throwing - Annette Kariko, Karen Groves, Bethany Cocher ,Currie Leggoe
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing and experiment with making a variety of forms including bowls, plates, mugs, and vases. Glazing techniques are also covered. Most students produce a large number of finished pieces. Course cost does not cover clay.
Photography - David Bly
Students learn the entire process of black and white photography, from developing film to printing photographs. Additional instruction includes a manual camera overview, lighting techniques and a toning demonstration. No color processing is covered in this course. Course cost does not cover film and paper.
Begining Jewelry - Rebecca McNairy
Students learn the fundamentals of fabricating jewelry including soldering and stone setting. Most students produce 5 - 7 pieces of jewelry during the session. Course cost does not cover silver and stones.
Beginning Jewelry - Rebecca McNairy
Students learn the fundamentals of fabricating jewelry including soldering and stone setting. Most students produce 5 - 7 pieces of jewelry during the session. Course cost does not cover silver and stones.
Intermediate Jewelry - Rebecca McNairy
Students continue to learn more advanced jewelry fabrication techniques. Course cost does not cover silver and stones.
Drawing - Shaun Roberts
Students learn the fundamental skills of drawing while experimenting with several different media. Attention is also placed on correct use of materials and preservation of artworks. Most students complete a total of 7 - 10 finished drawings during the session. All materials are provided.
Painting - Shaun Roberts
Students learn the techniques of watercolor and acrylic painting. Assignments are geared towards learning basic concepts and styles of painting. Most students complete 5 - 7 paintings during a typical session. Previous drawing experience is preferred but not required. All materials are provided.
Stained Glass - Debra English
Students are introduced to stained glass techniques as they complete one project over the course of a session. Learn to cut, fit, seal, and solder pieces of glass to create a work of art. All materials are provided.
Glass Fusing - Kim Cambell
Students learn the process of glass fusing to create several projects including plates, bowls, wall hangings, and jewelry. Emphasis is placed on creativity and exploration of the medium. Most materials are provided.
Handbuilding - Lydia Keith
Students learn various clay handbuilding techniques to create a variety of funtional and sculptural pieces. Learn methods such as coiling, slump molding, drape molding, joining, and glazing. Most students produce 7 - 10 pieces per session. Course cost does not include clay.

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