Discover the vibrant and expressive world of pastels in this two-day Intro to Pastels class led by artist Carol Jo Smidt. The class will take place March 6 & 7, from Noon–4:00 PM at the Orange City City Hall Community Room. Participants will explore pastel techniques, color blending, and composition in a supportive, hands-on learning environment. The cost is $100 per person. Participants will use the supplies provided during the class, but are welcome to bring their own pastel materials if they would like guidance or instruction on how to use them. This class is ideal for adult beginners or anyone curious about working with pastels and expanding their artistic practice.

Join us for a cozy winter afternoon of creativity on Saturday, February 7, from 2–4 PM at the Community Room in Orange City City Hall (125 Central Ave S). Local artist Mikaela Mackey will guide participants through creating a beautiful abstract acrylic painting inspired by Orange City’s favorite flower—the tulip. While winter still surrounds us,…

Art Club is an adults-only open studio where you can bring your current art project and simply make alongside others. There’s no pressure to share, but opportunities for conversation and optional feedback are always available. Local artist and Orange City Arts board member April Benson will be on hand to facilitate and is hosted by…

Art Club is an adults-only open studio where you can bring your current art project and simply make alongside others. There’s no pressure to share, but opportunities for conversation and optional feedback are always available. Local artist and Orange City Arts board member April Benson will be on hand to facilitate and is hosted by…

Art Club is an adults-only open studio where you can bring your current art project and simply make alongside others. There’s no pressure to share, but opportunities for conversation and optional feedback are always available. Local artist and Orange City Arts board member April Benson will be on hand to facilitate and is hosted by…

Discover the beauty of watercolor botanicals in this hands-on workshop with local artist Kaarina Van Berkum. Kaarina will begin with a 45–60 minute demonstration of her process, sharing tips and techniques for capturing delicate floral and plant forms. Following the demo, you’ll have about an hour to experiment and create your own botanical-inspired piece, drawing…

Transform an ordinary print into a one-of-a-kind autumn or Halloween masterpiece! In this guided class, you’ll learn creative acrylic painting techniques to reimagine and layer over a print, giving it new life with seasonal flair. Whether you lean toward cozy fall colors or spooky Halloween details, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to explore your…

Unwind with creativity at Coffee & Canvas: Landscape Painting with April Benson on Saturday, November 22 from 1:30–3:30 pm. Guided by local artist and OCArts Board member April Benson, this two-hour workshop will walk you step-by-step through painting your very own landscape on canvas. Whether you’re brand new to painting or looking to sharpen your…

Unwind with creativity at Coffee & Canvas: Landscape Painting with April Benson on Saturday, September 27 from 2:30–4:30 pm. Guided by local artist and OCArts Board member April Benson, this two-hour workshop will walk you step-by-step through painting your very own landscape on canvas. Whether you’re brand new to painting or looking to sharpen your…

Date: July 16 Location: Windmill Park Pavilion, Orange City Time: 4:30 pm – 4:45 pm For Ages: 8 and up Cost: $5 Unleash your creativity in this fun and colorful tie-dye class! Learn classic folding, twisting, and binding techniques to create vibrant, one-of-a-kind designs. Perfect for all ages and skill levels, this hands-on workshop provides all…