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IOAA will host private classes in a variety of art areas (acrylics, watercolor, mixed media and much more)! We've held classes and parties for birthdays, fraternal groups, private businesses, church groups, 4-H projects, scout badges and more. Email us at:
to schedule an event or if you have any questions. Advance notice is greatly appreciated!
WHO: Any age & skill level
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington or at your site
INSTRUCTOR(S): varies by class
COST: varies by class
All equipment and supplies are included.
IOAA will host LGBTQAI+ classes in a variety of art areas (acrylics, watercolor, mixed media and much more)! IOAA artists will teach classes with Clara assisting. Classes are sponsored through a grant from the Prairie Pride Coalition.
AGES: Teens, 1:30 - 2:30 pm
18+ 3 -4 pm
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington
INSTRUCTOR(S): varies by class
COST: free, donations appreciated
Email Clara at:
Clara@claravarlesecounseling.com
to register for a class or to get more information. Advance registration is needed to prepare art supplies.
Paint with Me - Whales, 1/21, 1:30-3:30 pm
Stacked Snowmen Lighted Bottle, 2/1, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Paint with Me - Bunny, 2/25, 1:30-3:30 pm
Paint with Mary Jo - Dog, 4/14, 1:30-3:30 pm
For More Information or To Register:
WHO: varies by class
WHERE: Lincoln Leisure Center or
Miller Park Pavilion, Bloomington
INSTRUCTOR(S): varies by class
COST: varies by class
All equipment and supplies are included.
Participants will make a Steampunk top hat using a variety of embellishments.
WHO: Ages 12+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington
INSTRUCTOR: M. Bell & Trena Gagliardo
COST: $22; $19 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.
Use beads and wire to make a 3-D shaped hand.
WHO: Ages 16+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington
INSTRUCTOR: Marcia Greenwood
COST: $12; $10 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.
Create a necklace using a large key and Steampunk embellishments.
WHO: Ages 10+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington
INSTRUCTOR: Mikki Bell
COST: $10; $8 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.
An old glass bottle will be turned into a Steampunk decoration using spray paint, Steampunk graphic images, fibers, metal gears and charms.
WHO: Ages 12+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington
INSTRUCTOR: Shelley Schultz
COST: $12; $10 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.
Participants will create a 3-D art piece on a live edged wood round. A background will be created using spray paint and found objects. The use of clay will be discussed and you'll learn to make a mold, mold and de-mold clay. This clay skill will be able to be transferred to other objects.
Students will be using spray paints!
This is a two day class!
WHO: Ages 16+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington
INSTRUCTOR: Susan Duncan
COST: $35; $31 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.
Enjoy an educational computer presentation regarding Wassily Kandinsky's motivation and work. Then, use your own individual interpretation on an 18"x18" canvas. Tube acrylic techniques will be taught.
WHO: Ages 14+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington
INSTRUCTOR: Peggy Dunlap
COST: $30; $27 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.
Learn how to bend wire with an assortment of tools to form a human and a four legged figure (usually a dog). Participants will choose beads to enhance the form of each of their figures by laying them out on their tray. All are encouraged to bring an environment for their figures to the second class.
This is a two day class!
WHO: Ages 16+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington
INSTRUCTOR: Marcia Greenwood
COST: $30; $27 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.