Home School Drawing Skills, Ages 9 – 12 (September) at the Octagon

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

Students will experiment with a variety of drawing materials, explore observation and technique, and learn about artists and art history. Lessons will build toward projects that allow students to apply their skills and develop their own creative approaches.

$65

All Kinds of Art (No School Days), Grades K – 5 at the Octagon

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

No School? No Problem! Join the Octagon and get creative on your school days off. We will be making a variety of art projects with a multitude of mixed media materials, (painting, drawing, printmaking, found object sculpture, fiber, wire, wood, puffy and gooey stuff, etc...) Bring a sack lunch, snack and water bottle.

$60

Photo Embroidery, Ages 18+ at the Octagon

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

Students will learn embroidery techniques to stitch directly onto a printed photograph. This fun and beginner friendly workshop combines mixed media art with traditional stitching to highlight specific details of your photo. With a needle and embroidery floss, create a one of a kind artistic piece.

$30

Third Thursday Puppets and Cheese at the Octagon

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

In honor of our 60th anniversary, Puppets and Cheese is returning for a one-night only event! This all ages event features a puppet show, cheese (of course) and you can even leave with a puppet of your own! It’s not just for kids – bring out your inner child and join us!

Intro to Gouache Painting, Ages 18+ at the Octagon

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

Discover the versatility of gouache in this beginner-friendly workshop. Often described as an opaque watercolor, gouache is a vibrant, portable, and easy-to-use medium that is perfect for both new and experienced painters looking to expand their skills.

$55

All Kinds of Art (No School Days), Grades K – 5 at the Octagon

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

No School? No Problem! Join the Octagon and get creative on your school days off. We will be making a variety of art projects with a multitude of mixed media materials, (painting, drawing, printmaking, found object sculpture, fiber, wire, wood, puffy and gooey stuff, etc...) Bring a sack lunch, snack and water bottle.

$60