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  • Surface Works PETE GOCHE

    Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
    Exhibits

    LOCATED IN THE COMMUNITY GALLERY (1st FLOOR/STREET LEVEL) Artist Statement Using site-adjusted installations as my primary mode of practice, I deploy an integrated and focused approach to both theoretical and practical questions pertaining to the nature and impact of materiality specific to the re-occupation of post-industrial spaces. My works provoke a temporal-spatial encounter that reconciles […]

  • Wheelthrowing: Ceramic Bowls and Mugs, ages 16+ (SEPT/OCT)

    Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
    Classes

    Wheelthrowing: Ceramic Bowls and Mugs Ages: 16 years old and up Time/Day: Tuesdays, 6 – 9 pm Dates: (6 weeks) September 17 – October 22 Cost: $165 includes 25lbs. of clay, all glazes and firing. Description: Students at all skill levels will learn, review and hone wheel throwing techniques from wedging to glazing. Students will […]

    $165.00

  • Very Silly Monster Creative Adventure, ages 5 – 8 (SEPT)

    Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
    Classes

    Very Silly Monster Creative Adventure Ages: 5 – 8 years old Day/Date/Time: Wednesday, September 18, 4 – 5:30 pm Cost: $40 Description: Join children's author and Illustrator Tim Read as he embarks on a Very Silly Creative Adventure. Students will learn how to draw Very Silly Monsters, make puppets, bookmarks, mini books, and more! Instructor: Tim […]

    $40.00

  • Intermediate Oil Painting, ages 16+ (SEPT/OCT, 4 weeks)

    Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
    Classes

    Intermediate Oil Painting Ages: 16 years old and up Day / Date / Time: Mondays, September 23 – October 14(4 weeks), 6 – 9 pm Cost: $140 Description: Suitable for beginning/intermediate experienced painters who would like to dive deeper and paint with others. This 4 - week intensive class will include work done in the […]

    $140.00

  • A Prairie Seed AUTUMN ROZARIO HALL

    Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
    Exhibits

    LOCATED IN THE SMALL WALL GALLERY Artist Statement I first fell in love with the prairie when studying art at UNI. Wandering the twisting paths of the restored prairie calmed my mind. As I drank in grasshopper droning, late summer’s scent of grass, the pollen, the leaves, and the many colors, I felt grounded and […]

  • Comic Book Class, ages 8-13 (SEPT/OCT)

    Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
    Classes

    Comic Book Class Ages: 8-13 years old Day/Time: Saturdays, 9 – 10:30 am Dates: September 28 – October 12 (3 weeks) Cost: $70 Description: Learn the basics of what it takes to create your very own comic book. Students will learn basic layout and design, Story structure, and how to create effective dialogue.  Instructor: Tim […]

    $70.00

  • Exploring Art, ages: 18 months – younger 3’s (Session 2: OCT)

    Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
    Classes

    EXPLORING ART: SESSION 2 (OCT) Ages: 18 months – younger 3’s Day/Time: Tuesdays, 9:15 - 10am Cost: $60 for each 4 week session below.  Session 1 (SEPT): September 3 – 24  Session 2 (OCT): October 1 – 22  Session 3 (NOV): October 29 – November 19  Session 4 (DEC): November 26 – December 17 THIS […]

    $60.00

  • Creative Explorations, ages older 3’s – 5 years (Wed. Session 2: OCT)

    Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
    Classes

    CREATIVE EXPLORATIONS: WEDNESDAYS, SESSION 2 (OCT) Ages: older 3’s - 5 years Day/Time: Wednesdays OR Thursdays, 9:15 – 10:00 am (Sign up for the day that suits you best!) Cost: $60 for each 4 week session below.  WEDNESDAYS Session 1: September 4 – 25 Session 2: October 2 – 23 Session 3: October 30 – […]

    $60.00

  • Creative Explorations, ages older 3’s – 5 years (Thurs. Session 2: OCT)

    Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
    Classes

    CREATIVE EXPLORATIONS: THURSDAYS, SESSION 2 (OCT) Ages: older 3’s - 5 years Day/Time: Wednesdays OR Thursdays, 9:15 – 10:00 am (Sign up for the day that suits you best!) Cost: $60 for each 4 week session below.  WEDNESDAYS Session 1: September 4 – 25 Session 2: October 2 – 23 Session 3: October 30 – […]

    $60.00

  • MAKER NIGHT: Stamped Copper Charms, ages 21+

    Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
    Classes

    MAKER NIGHT: Stamped Copper Charms Ages: 21 and up Date & Time: Thursday, October 3, 6 - 9 pm Cost: $45 Materials included Description: MAKER NIGHTS are for those ages 21 and above. Bring your friends and your favorite beverage & snacks to enjoy while you create! Or come by yourself and make some new […]

    $45.00