Upcoming Workshops
Painting the Portrait and Landscape in Watercolor with Stan Miller - July 16th, 2024, 10am-4pm
Stan will demonstrate both the portrait and the landscape. He will have handouts, have us trace the handout on to our wc paper and guide us through our subject. When not demonstrating he will visit each student to see how they are doing. Questions about color, technique, composition, choosing a good subject will be discussed. All questions are welcome. Students can work on their own project if they choose.
2024 Summer Art Camps
AVA's Summer Art Camps provide three sessions during Summer 2024 for Campbell County youth to learn from qualified community instructors about the broad application of clay and a variety of processes an artist can utilize to create quality, functional ceramic artworks. Students will also have the opportunity to learn many styles of mixed media. The camps will introduce a variety of tools, art projects, and materials to create a finished product.
(No classes on SAT, SUN & MON)
Session 1 (Mixed Media): Ages 6-9 - June 11-21, 1:00-3:00pm
Session 2 (Mixed Media & Clay): Ages 6-9 - July 9-19, 1:00-3:00pm
Session 3 (Clay Camp): Ages 10-14 - July 23 - August 2, 1:00-3:00pm
Plein Air at the Brinton Museum, Thursday, June 27th, 2024 from 9:30am - 5:00pm
Join AVA for a day trip to the base of the Bighorn Mountains and enjoy a casual experience including art making and access to the Brinton’s extensive collections, featured exhibitions and breathtaking views! The Brinton Museum offers a serene and picturesque setting that is ideal for artists to explore and capture through their art. There is no fee to attend, but donations to AVA for facilitating this program are greatly appreciated! Attendees are responsible for their own travel accommodations and are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather. The aim of the Plein Air day is to provide an environment for artists to enjoy the Brinton’s grounds and collections while embracing the beauty of nature found in the Bighorns! For more information about the Brinton Museum, visit https://thebrintonmuseum.org/visit/
Here's a brief outline of what is provided:
-Education Pavilion: The Education Pavilion is the home base for this workshop and provides shelter from weather conditions and is conveniently equipped with attached restrooms.
-Lunch Accommodations: Lunch accommodations will be arranged for the participants. Options include a limited lunch box menu or the full menu from our on-site Bistro.
-Guided Tours: Participants have the opportunity to enhance their experience with guided tours of our facilities. This can include a Full Grounds Tour, a Ranch House Tour, and a tour of the American Indian and Western Collection, all led by knowledgeable docents.
Additional tours are available for those interested:
- Ranch House Tour: $7 per person
- Full Grounds Tour: $15 per person
- Leather Shop: By donation
- Lunch from the Bistro: Priced accordingly
Suggested donations to attend the site are $10: all donations will support AVA Community Art Center.
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