Event Link: Click here to register all 5 classes

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FEE: Individual classes $35 each, book all 5 for $165

Gouache Painting: Whimsical Charley Harper Animals

Sat Jun 7th 1:00pm - Sat Aug 9th 2:00pm

Gouache Painting: Whimsical Charley Harper Animals

Learn step by step how to paint different whimsical and adorable creatures designed by the graphic artist Charley Harper. Local artist Anna Lassonde will walk you through how to paint each creature in gouache! Gouache is a fun medium very similar to watercolors, but very bright and graphic to try and emulate Charley Harper’s fun graphic style of art. There are 5 different classes through the summer, come to one or pay for all 5 and save some money!

All materials provided, Ages 13+, all classes are final sale

Make sure to go see the Colors and Shapes: Nature According to Charley Harper exhibition at the Becker County Museum, the Washington Square Mall, and Ortonstone Gardens brought to you by Project 412. These fun and colorful art pieces have a little something for everyone.

Click here to register all 5 classes

Click here to register for individual classes

Individual classes $35 each, book all 5 for $165

June 7th 1-2pm- Cardinal

June 25th 6-7pm- Songbirds

July 9th 6-7pm- Fox

July 23rd 6-7pm- Owl

August 9th 11am-12pm- Loons

Event Link: https://www.artofthelakes.org/youth-classes.html

FEE: 4 sessions for $60.

The first two sessions will be spent on learning the basics of wheel throwing and handbuilding. The last two sessions will focus on learning how to glaze your kiln fired pieces. This class is limited to 8 students.

SUMMER CLAY CAMP AGES 10+

A series of four (4) clay / ceramics sessions for youth ages 10+. All classes are held at the Creative Arts Center, from 1-3 pm.

It's recommended that students attend all four sessions.

• June 10 - Wheel Throwing and Hand Building

• June 17 - Wheel Throwing and Hand Building

• June 24 - Glazing Kiln-Fired Clay

• July 8 - Glazing Kiln-Fired Clay

If you want to register more than one child, complete a separate registration for each child.

Event Link: https://www.artofthelakes.org/youth-classes.html

FEE: 4 classes for $50 - One class for $25

​June 11: Explore mindful art with marker and watercolor
June 16: Impress friends with folded shapes made from money
June 18: Learn how to clean and cook a fish from the lake
June 25: Create a blanket using only your arms

Event Link: https://www.evansvilleartcenter.org/events/heart-of-the-matter

FEE: FREE!

Heart of the Matter

• Tuesday, June 17, 2025

• 4:00 PM 6:00 PM

Heart of the Matter is a two-part art workshop for kids ages 8–12.

Participants will sculpt a paper mâché heart and decorate it with their own painted collage paper.

This creative class encourages kids to express what matters most to them—through color, texture, and design—sharing their unique view of the world straight from the heart.

All supplies provided. Free to attend! Space is limited — RSVP today! Evansvilleartcenter@gmail.com

This class is made possible through a grant awarded to Lyssa Lovejoy:
“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Lake Region Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

Event Link: https://www.kaddatzgalleries.org/summerartsacademy2025.html

FEE: See Class Fees in post descriptions

Unleash Your Child's Creativity This Summer!

 We're excited to announce our 2025 Summer Arts Academy, featuring two sessions of engaging, hands-on art classes for students going into grades K-4 + 5-8. Our carefully designed programs blend creative exploration with skill-building in a supportive environment led by accomplished local artists.

 SESSION 1: June 23-27, 2025

 Fluids & Fibers with Amanda Callahan

 Going into Grades K-4 | 10:00am-12:00pm | $125 | Kaddatz Galleries Classroom

 Young artists will begin by exploring the unpredictable nature of fluid mediums like acrylic paint, watercolor, and inks. As the week progresses, they'll transition to structured creations using felt, foam, fibers, and fabric to craft unique 2D and 3D artworks. This dynamic class perfectly balances spontaneity with intentional creation!

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A Brief History of Clay – Brought to Life with Blayze Buseth

 Going into Grades 5-8 | 1:00-4:00pm | $150 | Creation Shop

 This exciting workshop takes students on a journey through clay's transformative role in human history. Over five days, participants will travel through time, learning prehistoric pinch pots, Neolithic coil-building, Mesopotamian slab techniques, wheel-throwing, and modern clay innovations. Each session blends hands-on technique with reflection on how clay has shaped civilizations and what it teaches us about creativity and community.

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SESSION 2: July 28 - August 1, 2025

A Brief History of Clay – Brought to Life with Blayze Buseth

 Going into Grades K-4 | 10:00am-12:00pm | $125 | Creation Shop

 The popular clay workshop returns for our younger artists! This hands-on experience explores clay's important role throughout human history—from ancient survival tools to modern self-expression. Students will learn prehistoric pinch pots, Neolithic coil-building, Mesopotamian slab techniques, and more, while reflecting on clay's impact on civilizations and our creative potential.

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Explore Creativity with Artist Naomi RaMona Schliesman

 Going into Grades 5-8 | 1:00-4:00pm | $150 | Kaddatz Galleries Classroom

 Join interdisciplinary artist Naomi RaMona Schliesman from Fergus Falls for an engaging art class experience! Students will explore 2D and 3D design elements, develop technical skills, and experiment with various materials while learning creative problem-solving. The class covers techniques in acrylic & watercolor painting, clay relief, printmaking, colored pencils, and mixed media, while providing insights into art movements through creating Surrealist self-portraits, abstract paintings, watercolors, and sculptures.

 No prior experience needed—just a willingness to explore and create! Students should wear clothes that can get messy and may bring a drink and snack if desired. Lemonade and a small treat will be provided.

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Event Link: https://www.artofthelakes.org/education.html

Sculpting a Clay Torso with Mary Williams
​Fridays, June 27 & July 25, 9-3 pm
$135/$145 Member / Non-Member
$125/$135 Member / Non-Member Early Bird (Before June 13)

This popular class is back. Working from a live model, you will learn how to sculpt a female torso with clay. With Mary's guidance, this is a great lesson in understanding proportions of the human form at the same time creating a piece you'll appreciate and enjoy. This class is taught at Mary's studio located just a few miles from Battle Lake. Fee includes clay, glaze and model fee.

Event Link: https://www.artofthelakes.org/youth-classes.html

FEE: 7 classes for $75.

​July 7 : Create pages of doodles for coloring
July 9: Explore the magic of words
July 21: Use alcohol ink to create a beautiful ceramic tile
July 22: Make a composition using twigs you paint
July 23: Learn how to make healthy food you and your friends will want to eat!
​July 28: Design your own baseball cap with embroidery stitching
July 30: Create your self-portrait using acetate, paper, and paint

Event Link: https://www.artofthelakes.org/youth-classes.html

FEE: 6 classes for $50.
​July 8 : Explore the magic of words
July 21: Use q-tips and paint to create a painting just like George Seurat
July 22: Draw and paint a sea turtle with oil pastels and watercolor
July 28: Put on your party hat and learn how to make fancy sandwiches and fruit cups. Fun for both boys and girls
​July 29: Expand your drawing skills into the world of 3D
July 30: Learn about the history and culture of the piñata and make one to take home!