Classes - Octagon Center for the Arts
Classes - Octagon Center for the Arts
Classes

Classes

 

Attention: 


The Winter Schedule is NOW available.

Click HERE to see a PDF of the Winter 2012 Schedule.

 

SPRING BREAK ART CAMP is just around the corner, remember to register early to reserve your spot. CLICK HERE to learn more about this great art camp!
 

Check back frequently for updates or sign up for our bi-monthly newsletters to learn more about the happenings in the Education Department at the Octagon Center for the Arts.

Online registration form now available!  Fill out and submit our online registration form HERE and then call 515.232.5331 with payment information.


 For supply list information for classes, please see below.
 

Special Note Concerning Adult Classes: With guardian permission and instructor approval, younger students may be eligible for adult classes. Please inquire with the education director for more information.

The Octagon Center for the Arts offers nearly 200 classes a year to Ames and surrounding communities. Classes and workshops are open to all ages in a variety of media such as ceramics, dance, drawing, fiber arts, painting, photography and sculpture.  See the list below of special education events. We offer year round art camps to children ages 5 - 18 that offer a great social, creative and educational experience. See below for School Days Off descriptions.

The Octagon provides Education Outreach services for school groups, organizations and groups with special needs. Outreach programs are designed to serve the individual needs of each group. Outreach programs consist of earning scout badges, gallery tours and workshops with exhibiting artists. We welcome the opportunity to serve the community, and will work with your group to design a creative experience to remember.

 

No School?

No Problem!

Join us during school days off for creative experience, art projects and lots of fun. Bring a sack lunch and drink, and dress for a mess!!

Check out our new Fall 2011 Camp and Class Schedule
 

To Register for a class:

  • Fill out and submit our online registration form HERE and then call with payment information
     
  • Call 515.232.5331 to register over the phone with a credit card
     
  • Mail or drop by registration forms (PDF) and payment to:
    Octagon Center for the Arts
    427 Douglas Ave 
    Ames, Iowa 50010

ALL REGISTRATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED AND PAID FOR NO LESS THAN 48 HOURS BEFORE THE CLASS IS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN.
PAYMENT COMPLETES YOUR REGISTRATION.

 


Important Documents available in PDF Form
 
Supply Lists (word files)
 
Oil Painting
- Kathranne Knight

Watercolor- Joyce Sieve

If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Octagon and speak with the education director at 515.232.5331 ext. 226 


 

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Call for Instructors for 2012

The Octagon Center for the Arts is looking for passionate artists and teachers who wish to teach and share their craft or foundational skills to a full range of developing artists and patrons. Classes can cover a multitude of media and topics as well as can be specifically for children, teens or adults.
 

Specifically we are looking for: Ceramics Instructors, Drawing Instructors and Digital Art Instructors for both adult and children's classes. Other class proposals are welcomed for review.

 
New_Instructor_General_Application - Please Complete this application and Email to education@octagonarts.org with your Class Proposal. In your subject line of your email please list "New Instructor Application".

 

  

 

The Octagon Center for the Arts is looking for experienced Art Models for several of our on going art classes.

The Octagon is looking for several individuals to pose for a mixture of sculpture and painting classes. Some classes do require that the model hold poses for upwards of thirty minutes. Models should be inventive in their poses and willing to work with the instructor to the benefit of the class.


If interested please contact us with your qualifications and information at 515.232.5331 ext. 226 or education@octagonarts.org.


 
 
 
 
 
The Octagon is a non profit 501(C) 3 organization dedicated to advancing the arts. We are equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. OCA promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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