Upcoming activities and classes available

By Hope Wallace

Working for an art center with social media, email and the internet at my fingertips every day, I am astounded at the power of creation. People, everywhere all over the globe and right within our own personal bubbles are making art, food, music, videos, buildings, money, livings and conversation in a constant chaos-hum. It never ceases. It is said we are created in God’s image. My impression extends a bit beyond the immediate physical attributes and that creative power has proven to be transformative. From something small there becomes something bigger. Depending on whatever creation story you find meaningful, it is a lesson we cannot ignore. Every little thing we make, unknowingly and ironically moves us toward the thing we fear and fight the most, change and growth. We are never done, we are constantly progressing one way or another, and though through the hum, we hardly notice. It is great to be a part of an industry where creation is observed directly and an honor to help celebrate that part of the human spirit.

We have much planned for the remaining year and we can’t wait to share it with you. March will be a quiet month; however, we will be open and our art classes will be in force. The Faces of Little Bighorn exhibit will be getting some techie additions and the grounds will be landscaped as soon as the ground gives way to warmer temperatures. On, on!

Our next Vine & Palette session will be on Tuesday, April 7 from 6:30–9 p.m. The event includes all painting materials and first glass of wine. Participants may bring a snack to share if they wish. We even provide aprons, because we like to get messy! The cost is $30 for members and $35 for non-members. (21 and over)

Need a great party idea? Vine & Palettes can be designed for private and corporate parties and a Snack/Pizza & Palette version is available for young people. Give us a call to find out more.

A morning drawing class will be held on Fridays on March 6, 13, 20 and 27from 10 a.m. until noon. Instructor Pat Rayman will demonstrate new ways to improve drawing skill to produce more dramatic results. Materials needed are: a sketchbook or drawing paper, drawing pencils, HB and 2B a black pen (fine or medium point) and colored pencils.

Our ongoing watercolor class continues on Tuesday mornings starting at 10 a.m. and the instructor is Pat Rayman. Persons are encouraged to jump in anytime and the class is sold in monthly increments. $35 for members and $40 for non-members.

Sign up soon. Classes are kept small for more in-depth attention.

For more information on exhibits or to sign up for classes and events visit wassenbergartcenter.org. The Wassenberg Art Center is located at 214 S. Washington St. (former Van Wert Armory). We can also be reached by telephone at: 419.238.6837 or email: info@wassenbergartcenter.org.