This class combines the principles and techniques learned with dimensional objects for exciting three-dimensional design. Bring any meaningful items you may want to include in this personal art piece. If not, materials are available.
Friday, June 6, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PDT | Prineville

Relaxing and stress-free scribbles create unique patterns and designs through simple, repetitive strokes. The results are fascinating, complex images. The process is meditative, as it involves repetitive patterns and strokes, which can help in reducing stress and promoting relaxation. There's no pre-planned outcome; the artist lets the patterns evolve organically, fostering a sense of calm and mindfulness. All materials are supplied.
Saturday, May 31, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PDT | Redmond

It's fun and easy to learn two-point perspective with this step-by-step method. Perspective gives objects like houses, barns, office building, fences, etc. the appearance of going back in space in two directions which give depth and distance. A pencil is used for this technique which adds realism to your projects. This also teaches the use of measuring exact proportions. Perspective Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required.
Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PDT | Bend

It is better to learn one-point perspective after taking Perspective Simplified 1 because it makes the concepts easier to understand. This technique relies more on horizontals, verticals, and different points of view. Pencil or ink techniques will add to the interest of your two finished projects. All skill levels are welcome and all materials are provided. Perspective Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required.
Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PDT | Bend

In this youth camp, students will experience four different visual arts media: watercolor painting, soft pastels, drawing, and crafting with lifelong art educator, Bill Lewis. Students will increase their confidence with these visual media by participating in hands-on projects every day. Experience the magic of fun and easy watercolor techniques and create a finished watercolor painting with ink accents. Use soft pastels to create an oriental wall hanging, and learn how to draw using geometric shapes to create realistic drawings of things in the world. Students will also make their own sketch book with a unique cover that they will use throughout the camp and take home with them after camp. Join us for this fun-filled and interactive camp! Ages 10-15.
July 14-17, 2025 | 9:00am-12:00pm PDT | Bend
July 28-31, 2025 | 9:00am-12:00pm PDT | Redmond
August 18-21, 2025 | 9:00am-12:00pm PDT | Bend

Learn the simplicity and the joy of watercolor for all levels of experience. Discover simple techniques to create three small paintings with the use of ink to accent and define shapes. These techniques are easy and fun with step-by-step instructions. All materials are provided. The Watercolor Simplified courses build on technique and experience. It is recommended that the courses be taken in order, but it is not required.
Friday, May 2, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PDT | Redmond
Friday, July 11, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PDT | Bend
Saturday, August 16, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PDT | Redmond

Discover more watercolor techniques in the second class to create texture and depth in your paintings using salt, plastic wrap, spray bottles, and masking fluid. No experience is required for the two projects. Watercolor Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required.
Friday, May 9, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PDT | Redmond

Using the techniques learned in Watercolor Simplified I and 2, you will discover how value and blending are key elements in giving depth and volume to a finished painting. Students will complete a painting 8x10, 9x12, or 11x15 inches. All materials are provided. The Watercolor Simplified courses build on technique and experience. It is recommended that the courses be taken in order, but it is not required.
Friday, May 16, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PDT | Redmond