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Art Center East (ACE) invites you to enter your artwork into The Big: Art Center East's Annual Open Exhibit. Entries are eligible to win cash prizes, awarded at the judges' discretion. Those attending in person will select the People's Choice Award during the exhibit's duration. Artists throughout the greater Northwest (Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and beyond)
Teaching Artist Jennifer helps students build their art vocabulary through a fun exploration of a different art technique each week! Using pencil, paper, and watercolor, students will create original works based on the day's technique, learning concepts such as symmetry, basic color theory, pattern, and more. Students complete a unique project at each class. Parents
August 7 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm August 21 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm September 4 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm September 18 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm October 2 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm October 16 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Do you have an art project that
September 4 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm Explore creating beautiful objects out of clay! No ceramics experience necessary. Teaching Artist Nora will show young students the basic handbuilding techniques necessary to create pieces out of clay and give them an introduction to creative forms, carving, and glazing. Students will pick up their finished piece(s) after
September 5 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Practice your wheel-throwing and handbuilding skills in the ACE ceramics studio where Teaching Artist Nora will be available to offer support and instruction! Our well-equipped studio space includes wheels, canvas tables, glazing station, and shelving for works in progress. In order to attend open studio, participants must be current
Teaching Artist Jennifer will help students continue building their art vocabulary using different art techniques and more challenging projects. Students will exercise their drawing skills, applying them to a number of different media including watercolor, printing, and weaving. Students will learn to incorporate ideas such as symmetry, color theory, and pattern into fun projects that
Teaching Artist Jennifer helps students build their art vocabulary through a fun exploration of a different art technique each week! Using pencil, paper, and watercolor, students will create original works based on the day’s technique, learning concepts such as symmetry, basic color theory, pattern, and more. Students complete a unique project at each class. Parents
September 11 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm Explore creating beautiful objects out of clay! No ceramics experience necessary. Teaching Artist Nora will show young students the basic handbuilding techniques necessary to create pieces out of clay and give them an introduction to creative forms, carving, and glazing. Students will pick up their finished piece(s) after
September 12 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Practice your wheel-throwing and handbuilding skills in the ACE ceramics studio where Teaching Artist Nora will be available to offer support and instruction! Our well-equipped studio space includes wheels, canvas tables, glazing station, and shelving for works in progress. In order to attend open studio, participants must be current
September 13 from 9:00 - 9:45 am This lively class involves children ages 3-4 in creative play that encourages growth and autonomy through theatrical fun! Parents/guardians and children will engage in a variety of activities and games based on American theatre educator Viola Spolin's creative drama methodology that is designed to encourage expression and self-advocacy
Teaching Artist Jennifer will help students continue building their art vocabulary using different art techniques and more challenging projects. Students will exercise their drawing skills, applying them to a number of different media including watercolor, printing, and weaving. Students will learn to incorporate ideas such as symmetry, color theory, and pattern into fun projects that
September 14 from 9:00 - 10:00 am Teaching Artist Haydyn takes children ages 0-5 on a fun exploration of topics such as friendship, communication, and feelings through story time and
Join this workshop to decorate a handmade bisqueware piece using colors and techniques that reflect your individual style! No ceramics experience necessary. Explore your creativity with Teaching Artist Nora as your guide in the ACE Ceramics Studio – a fun, no-pressure environment! You’ll pick up your piece after it’s been fired in the ACE kiln.
Teaching Artist Jennifer helps students build their art vocabulary through a fun exploration of a different art technique each week! Using pencil, paper, and watercolor, students will create original works based on the day’s technique, learning concepts such as symmetry, basic color theory, pattern, and more. Students complete a unique project at each class. Parents
August 7 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm August 21 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm September 4 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm September 18 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm October 2 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm October 16 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Do you have an art project that
September 19, 26, October 10 and 17 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm In this four-session class, Teaching Artist Ginger will keep stained glass easy and fun! No experience necessary and all skill levels are welcome. You’ll learn stained glass basics and make an 8” x 10” item such as a window ornament or wall hanging,
September 19 & 26 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm If you've thought of your life as a story and dreamed of being a writer, this class is an opportunity to turn events from your life into stories or narrative poems! Teaching Artist Lindsey – a professional writer who has taught for more than 30 years
Teaching Artist Jennifer will help students continue building their art vocabulary using different art techniques and more challenging projects. Students will exercise their drawing skills, applying them to a number of different media including watercolor, printing, and weaving. Students will learn to incorporate ideas such as symmetry, color theory, and pattern into fun projects that
September 24 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm Build your improvisational skills! Learn key points for a good theatrical performance, how to keep an improvised scene moving forward, and how to keep the audience engaged. Explore a variety of theatre activities, exercises, and games that get your brain and body thinking and moving quickly. Participants need
October 1 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 8 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 15 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 22 from 5:30 - 7:00 am October 29
October 1 - December 10 on Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 pm Join this fun group and explore the drumming rhythms of traditional West African music every Tuesday! No experience
Teaching Artist Jennifer helps students build their art vocabulary through a fun exploration of a different art technique each week! Using pencil, paper, and watercolor, students will create original works
August 7 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm August 21 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm September 4 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm September 18 from 10:00 am -
Teaching Artist Jennifer will help students continue building their art vocabulary using different art techniques and more challenging projects. Students will exercise their drawing skills, applying them to a number
Art Center East (ACE) announces the opening of "Racing to Change: Oregon's Civil Rights Years," an exhibit created by Oregon Black Pioneers (OBP) and sponsored by the Eastern Oregon Sunrise
Art Center East (ACE) announces the opening of “Racing to Change: Oregon’s Civil Rights Years,” an exhibit created by Oregon Black Pioneers (OBP) in partnership with the Eastern Oregon Sunrise
Art Center East (ACE) announces the opening of "Racing to Change: Oregon's Civil Rights Years," an exhibit created by Oregon Black Pioneers (OBP) and sponsored by the Eastern Oregon Sunrise
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Registration cancellations & transfers must be made through Art Center East at (541) 624-2800 48 hours or more before the class start time. We cannot issue refunds or transfers for cancellations received after the 48-hour cutoff. Exceptions will be considered for medical or family emergencies. ACE will honor a refund, minus a $10 administration fee when the cancellation is made 48 hours or more before class start date. When a class is canceled due to low enrollment, we will issue a refund for all registration fees. ACE will contact you in the event of a cancellation. Face coverings will be required in accordance with statewide regulations current at the time.
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Monday - Friday: 10AM - 4PM
Saturday: Noon - 4PM
1006 Penn Ave., La Grande, OR 97850
PO Box 541, La Grande, OR 97850
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