@ 10:00am – 12:00pm $75.00 (includes all materials). This class is on September 10th. Acrylic Pour is a fluid painting technique using acrylic paint to create marvelous works of art! This technique is very approachable for beginners, and yet allows one the opportunity to get as creative and complex as you desire. Students will be working on wood canvases with a gloss finish. Each student will make 2 acrylic pours, one small wood canvas for practice and a larger wood canvas to perfect your technique. Due to drying time, student work will be available for pickup on the Saturday following the workshop. Class size is limited to 10.           Instructor: Nettie Roberts Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

@ 10:30am – 11:30am $5.00 (includes supplies). This class is on September 14th. Have little ones under 5 years old? Help them discover colors, lines, shapes, textures and a variety of media. Experience various sensory related toys and activities! Young artists can enjoy the process, while making their own creations to take home! Activities are designed for children, age birth to 5 years. If bringing older siblings to class please be advised that the activities are designated for the littles ones only and participation will only be for the children that are 5 years and under. Workshop Facilitator: Helen Shafton, a retired elementary art teacher, specializing in providing authentic art experiences for children with all abilities. Helen has also worked with students with cognitive and motor disabilities for more than two decades. Parent must accompany their child. Class size is limited to 10.  Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

@ 10:00am – 1:00pm $145.00 (includes supplies). This class is on September 17th. Looking for a new art form to try? Wet felting is the process by which wool, warm water, soap and agitation are used to create a non-woven felted fabric. Join us as we explore the possibilities of wet felting techniques and create a one of a kind vessel to take home. Please keep in mind that felting can be repetitive and labor intensive. Please bring a snack if you wish! Class size is limited to 8.           Instructor: Nettie Roberts Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

@ 10:00am – 12:00pm $95.00 (includes all materials). This class is on September 24th. In this hands-on workshop you will learn the basics of shibori-inspired folding and binding techniques to create beautiful patterns on fabric with indigo dye. You will get to make one scarf (cotton) and one tote bag (cotton). You will be amazed as the stunning one of a kind patterns are unfolded and revealed. Class size is limited to 8.           Instructor: Nettie Roberts Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

@ 2:00pm – 4:00pm $75.00  (Includes all materials and firing costs) This class is on September 24th. Whether you are an experienced glass fuser or have never heard of fused glass, this workshop is a great opportunity to have fun with a group of people making fused glass pocket hearts. Cost includes 2 hours of instruction, glass and supplies to complete 3 original pocket hearts. Projects will be ready for pickup at the OTAS front desk on the Monday after the workshop. Class size is limited to 10.           Instructor: Kelly Walter Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

@ 10:30am – 1:00pm $75.00 (includes materials and firing costs) This class is on September 28th. Saturday Workshop - Beginning Wheel Throwing! Just starting your journey with clay and want to see if pottery wheel throwing is for you? This workshop introduces the basic principles of throwing clay on the pottery wheel, with a focus on the key elements for success needed to make a bowl. Students will pick their best bowl to keep and the instructor will bring that bowl to life with the glaze of your choice. Your bowl will be available for pick up 3 weeks after the workshop. Class size is limited to 8                Instructor: Angel Prudencio Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

@ 10:00am – 1:00pm $175.00 (includes materials). This class is on October 1st & October 8th. In this 2-day workshop, learn how to make a hand–woven recycled sari coiled basket. Your basket will be carefully crafted with recycled silk sari fabric, and trimmed with beautiful accent linen thread and embellishments. Perfect as an accent piece, kitchen catch-all, gift basket, or bathroom organizer. The options are endless! Class size is limited to 8.           Instructor: Nettie Roberts Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.