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Welcome! all classes & EVENTS ARE LISTED BELOW:
IOAA Private Classes/Events. Contact us for more information!
IOAA contracts with Bloomington Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts to teach art classes. See below!
IOAA contracts with Bloomington Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts to teach art classes. See below!
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 contracts with Bloomington Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts to teach art classes. See below!
IOAA contracts with Bloomington Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts to teach art classes. See below!
IOAA contracts with Bloomington Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts to teach art classes. See below!
IOAA instructors will teach the following classes. Registration is done through www.bloomingtonparks.org.
New registrants will need to complete an agency account.
Classes:
1). Tie Dry T-Shirt & Cap: 9/25, 1:30-3 pm, ages 8+.
2). Holiday Ceramics: 10/6-27, 5:30-6:45 pm, ages 8-14.
3). Tree of Life: 10/8, 1:30-5 pm, ages 14+.
4). Haunted House-Pen & Ink: 10/15, 11-12:30 pm, ages 10-14.
5). Autumn Landscape-Pen & Ink: 10/15, 1-3 pm, ages 14+.
6). Paint with Mary Jo: 10/16, 1:30-3 pm, ages 8+.
7). Learn to Draw: 12/1-15, 6:15-7:30 pm, ages 10+.
8). Adult/Child Card Making: 12/10, 11 am-noon, ages 6-10, with an adult.
9). Holiday Card Making: 12/10, 1:30 - 3:30 pm, ages 14+.
10). Paint with Me: 12/11, 1:30-3:30 pm, ages 5-12, with an adult.
11). Intro to Jewelry Making: 1/5-26, 6-8 pm, ages 14+.
Pour Your Rainbow - Fluid Acrylics class. 11/19/22. 11 am - 1 pm.
IOAA contracts with Bloomington Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts to teach art classes. See below!
After the Turkey Holiday Fun. 11/25 & 11/26. 9 am - 2 pm. Drop In.
Develop a fluid acrylic on a stretched canvas using rainbow colors in a unique “stained glass” design. All skills levels - you choose your colors and shades - have fun exploring your own unique rainbow!
WHO: Ages 18+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington INSTRUCTOR: Mary Leung
COST: $30; $27 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.
After the Turkey Holiday Fun. 11/25 & 11/26. 9 am - 2 pm. Drop In.
After the Turkey Holiday Fun. 11/25 & 11/26. 9 am - 2 pm. Drop In.
After the Turkey Holiday Fun. 11/25 & 11/26. 9 am - 2 pm. Drop In.
A variety of multi-generational art projects to choose from! This is a "pay by project" event. Stay a few minutes or spend a few hours. Project choices will include:
tissue paper wooden ornament
metal seasonal hanger
stenciled treasure box
card painting
snowman ornament
small coin box
WHO: Ages 8+ and
ages 8 & under with an adult
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington INSTRUCTORS: IOAA Artists
COST: $1-$3/per project
All supplies are included.
No Advance Registration.
Drop By Any Time
To Participate. Pay at Gallery.
Winter Wonderland. 12/10/22. 12 - 1 pm & 1:30 - 2:30 pm.
After the Turkey Holiday Fun. 11/25 & 11/26. 9 am - 2 pm. Drop In.
Pen & Ink Greeting Cards class. 12/15/22. 5:30 - 7:30 pm.
Create Your Pride
for LGTBOAI+ individuals
Get cozy with hot cocoa and friends in this winter-themed watercolor landscape class.
Sponsored by Prairie Pride Coalition and IOAA
WHO: Ages 12-17: 12-1 pm
Ages 18+: 1:30 - 2:30 pm
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington
COST: Free, donations appreciated
All supplies are included.
To Register:
clara@claravarlesecounseling.com
Pen & Ink Greeting Cards class. 12/15/22. 5:30 - 7:30 pm.
After the Turkey Holiday Fun. 11/25 & 11/26. 9 am - 2 pm. Drop In.
Pen & Ink Greeting Cards class. 12/15/22. 5:30 - 7:30 pm.
Introduction to simple lettering and use of pen and ink. Finished products will be suitable for mailing or matting and framing. The class will offer both beginners and experienced artists a creative evening.
WHO: Ages 10+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington INSTRUCTOR: Peggy Dunlap
COST: $12; $10 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.
Design Your Winter Resin class. 12/17/22. 11 am - 1 pm.
Design Your Winter Resin class. 12/17/22. 11 am - 1 pm.
Design Your Winter Resin class. 12/17/22. 11 am - 1 pm.
Design your winter U.V. resin pendant and earrings - holiday or abstract. Choose your colors and shapes.
WHO: Ages 18+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington INSTRUCTOR: Mary Leung
COST: $35; $31.50 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.
Holiday Craft Fun class. 12/17/22. 1:30 - 4 pm.
Design Your Winter Resin class. 12/17/22. 11 am - 1 pm.
Design Your Winter Resin class. 12/17/22. 11 am - 1 pm.
Individuals, families and friends of all ages are welcome to join in an afternoon of creative fun. Participants will have the opportunity to complete several projects including an acrylic painted box, metal alcohol ink banner and a bleeding tissue watercolor ornament.
WHO: Ages 8+, all skill levels
(if under 8, adult must accompany the child)
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington INSTRUCTOR: Mary Jo Johnson
COST: $20; $18 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.
Cool Colored Winter Painting class. 1/16/23. 1 - 4 pm.
Design Your Winter Resin class. 12/17/22. 11 am - 1 pm.
Cool Colored Winter Painting class. 1/16/23. 1 - 4 pm.
Students will create a cool colored acrylic landscape using tints and shades. Color mixing, shadowing and perspective will be taught.
WHO: Ages 8+, all skill levels
WHERE: IOAA Gallery, 200 W. Monroe, Bloomington INSTRUCTOR: Peggy Dunlap
COST: $15; $13 for IOAA members
All supplies are included.