Ohio Designer Craftsmen
Fine art & craft, art exhibitions, education and more
Work with local artist and educator Tina Reed to create a field of flowers wall hanging. You will use pinecones, paint and other natural materials to design and put together your own fabulous piece.
Registration coming soon!
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April19-20, 2024
Wayne Center for the Arts
https://brush-creek-pottery-mark-nafziger.square.site/
Mark Nafziger has maintained Brush Creek Pottery at Sauder Village, a living history museum in Archbold, Ohio, since 1981. Intent on becoming a math teacher when he started at Goshen College in Indiana, Mark soon discovered clay, and graduated with dual math and art degrees. Working with stoneware (and sometimes porcelain), he enhances the surfaces of his pots with slip trailing and carving. His work has been featured in publications and exhibitions across the country.
Lisa Orr has been creating highly decorative, functional ceramics for over 40 years. She received a BFA from the University of Texas at Austin in 1983, then an MFA from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 1992. Orr’s work is formed in molds and/or on the wheel, then embellished with stamps, slips, sprigs and multiple layers of glazes. She has taught numerous workshops and has participated in national and international exhibitions.
with Alissa Renzetti Wednesdays October 4 & 11 6:30pm – 8:30pm This fun, two-part class will offer participants the opportunity to design, sculpt and paint a spooky (and/or cute!) candy corn sculpture. Participants will be working with Super Sculpey clay and acrylic paint. Open to adults and teens. October 4: Sculpting October 11: Painting Fee: $45, includes materials and supplies. Alissa Renzetti is a surrealist artist and doll maker. Each art doll is hand sculpted, painted and constructed. All outfits are created and sewn by Alissa. Each doll is unique; no molds are used. (Subscribe to OCM emails to be notified of registration openings.) Register Now!
This workshop was so popular we are having THREE classes this year! Thursday, November 9, 6:30 pm–7:30 pmSaturday, November 11, 10:00 am–11:00 amSaturday, November 11, 12:30 pm–1:30 pm Artist and educator Phyllis Walla-Catania will guide participants in creating a 12″, 3-D woven star using wood splints. Makes a wonderful design element for anywhere in your house or a perfect tree topper. This class is suitable for both adults and teens. Class Fee: $25, includes all materials Suitable for all skill levels. Extra kits are available for purchase in class. Registration coming soon! (Subscribe to OCM emails to be notified of registration openings.) Register Here
Three Sessions to choose from: Thursday, December 14, 6:30pm–8:30pm ORSaturday, December 16, 1:00pm–3:00pm ORSunday, December 17, 1:00pm–3:00pm Make a one-of-a-kind wreath in this wonderful holiday workshop. Henrietta Cartwright will guide participants through the creative process and wreath-making techniques. A variety of greens, baubles, ribbons and decorative items will be available to choose from. The possibilities are endless! Open to adults and teens of all skill levels. Class Fee: $40, includes all materials! Registration coming soon! (Subscribe to OCM emails to be notified of registration openings.) Register here
Pinecone Flower Wall Hanging Work with local artist and educator Tina Reed to create a field of flowers wall hanging. You will use pinecones, paint and other natural materials to design and put together your own fabulous piece. Registration coming soon! (Subscribe to OCM emails to be notified of registration openings.)
The Ohio Craft Museum is offering a monthly series of FREE art classes September thru May
We offer adult/teen/children’s programs throughout the year. If you’re interested in teaching a class or workshop, contact the education coordinator at [email protected] and let’s begin the conversation about making that happen!
Columbus Winterfair is a fine art and craft fair featuring the works of nearly 400 artists from across the country. Free admission for school groups will be offered on the first day of the fair, Friday 10 am–7 pm. Schedule your group by emailing the education coordinator at [email protected]. Deadline for registering a tour is November 21; please leave the following information when registering: 1)-Teacher Name, 2)-School, 3)-Contact Phone #, 4)-Your first choice of arrival time, starting at 10am (times assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis), 5)-Number of students and number buses, and 6)-number of teachers/chaperones.
Many artists demonstrate their craft during fair hours. We encourage your students to talk with these and other artists to get the most out of their visit. Your students will also be able to participate in hands-on art-making activities.
Educators are invited to bring students of all ages to the Ohio Craft Museum for gallery tours, hands-on workshops and more. Depending on the program, the cost varies from completely free to $5–$10 per student. Please call 614-486-4402 or email [email protected] to receive more information. Workshop requests must be made at least six weeks in advance. Individualized workshops are not offered during the summer months.
Artists and Educators! Share your artistic knowledge with our Young Masters and teens. During the summer, the Ohio Craft Museum offers the opportunity for young people to explore the arts through our Young Masters Camp (grades 1–6) and Teen Summer Workshops (grades 6–12). Teaching proposals are accepted starting in October: if you’re interested in proposing a class(es) for teen workshops, click here, and submit a proposal by December 31. If you’re interested in teaching Young Masters Camp or would like more information, email: [email protected] or call 614-486-4402.
The Ohio Craft Museum offers a variety of educational programming for children, teens and families, such as Hand-in-Hand family workshops, summer art camps, teen workshops, holiday gift-making workshops and more.
Children’s book author leads viewers in daily doodling & studio visit: Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems
The Washington Post recently listed 12 historic sites you can tour virtually from home. Click Here to Check it Out! and then Click Here for Tips on how to talk about Art!
Art teacher Cassie Stephens, a funny, wacky creative woman, offers daily projects for kids and the kid in all of us. She’s live each day on Facebook & Instagram at 11am CT. Classes are archived on her YouTube Channel and more info on her blog: https://cassiestephens.blogspot.com
Local artists show DIY Crafts for kids & adults. Click Here to Check it Out!
Have fun playing an Indoor Scavenger Hunt and Outdoor Scavenger Hunt! Just click to print/view.
Lets Play Sculptionary!
At summer camp each year, we make lots of play dough. As a lunchtime activity, we use it to play Sculptionary! Making play dough is simple and fun! Check Pinterest for lots of different recipes, depending on what ingredients you have on hand. Click Here for a recipe!
We play Sculptionary by giving each child a small piece of play dough. One person holds up flash cards with words of objects to sculpt like, toothbrush, flower, hat, etc. Another person, who doesn’t know the word on the flash card, tries to guess. Of course this version involves a lot of people, at home with less people you’ll have to be creative in playing this game. Maybe you play the game remotely with family or friends. Be creative and have fun!
Be well & stay creative
