Take your pottery skills to the next level with Wheel Throwing II! This class is designed for those who have completed our Beginning Wheel Throwing class or have basic experience on the pottery wheel. Under the guidance of a professional ceramic artist, you’ll deepen your understanding of the techniques learned in Wheel One, with a focus on refining your forms and exploring more complex shapes.
 
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Have you ever wished you could preserve the breathtaking beauty of a sunset?
In this focused four-week course, you’ll learn exactly how to do that. Together, we’ll move beyond the basics and explore how to transform the radiant colors and tranquil atmosphere of twilight into your own expressive, small-format watercolor paintings. This class is the perfect next step for those who are ready to turn inspiration into finished artwork with confidence and intention.
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The bolo tie is an iconic piece of Western and Southwestern Art, suitable to be worn on both formal and informal occasions. Its vibe is rugged masculinity, but the bolo has become increasingly popular among women too. This jewelry item will have significant value, meaning both its precious metal content as well as becoming a new favorite wardrobe favorite! This is a beginner class, with only one step that is a bit trickier than usual, but you will succeed!
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In this Beginning Mosaics class, you will create a serving tray with a
 mosaic of your own design. Students will choose their colors, learn to cut tiles, apply adhesives, and select and apply grout using various methods. Sealing techniques will also be covered. No prior experience is necessary!
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Every Third Tuesday | Drop-In Style | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us at the Prairie for Pull a Print,
a free monthly screenprinting activity open to all! This come-and-go
event invites community members to bring a personal item—like a shirt,
tote bag, tea towel, or other flat fabric—and screenprint it with one
unique design created for that month. Keep in mind the design is
approximately 12 inches x 12 inches and we use dark inks to print.
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Prairie Arts Center is excited to  partner with the OSU Museum of Art for this year's
Spring Break Camp, the Artist's Mark. This 4-day camp will begin on Tuesday, March 17th with a visit to the museum for an interactive tour of Guild Hall: An Adventure in the Arts, an exhibition that features works from some of the most iconic artists of the 20th century including Jim Dine, Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Miriam Schapiro. This exhibition offers us a wide variety of styles and mediums to explore, with the connecting theme of place. During our time together, we will focus on using unexpected materials and mark making while creating both two dimensional and three dimensional works.  Students should bring a lunch and snack, and come dressed for the weather and making messes!
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