A New Beginning - PSCA Spring 2024 Catalog

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Ken made this beautiful and functional birdhouse for the Prairie City Garden Club to raffle off during Christmas on the Prairie this coming November. The proceeds of which go back into our community.

The majority of Ken’s supplies are repurposed from other projects and the burn pile at the mill.

Ken and his wife, Marjean retired to Prairie City in 2012 and couldn’t be happier to be a part of such a tight knit community.

Angel Carpenter - Cherry Blossom Bridge Vonnie Muniain - Mixed media raku horse sculpture

We are now accepting submissions for summer 2024 catalog cover contest.

Submissions due April 1st

A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

We here at Painted Sky Center for the Arts are extremely excited that Spring is on the horizon. Spring is a time that has always been synonymous with feelings such as “awakenings,” “rebirths,” “transformations” and “a fresh start.” Painted Sky Center for the Arts experienced all these in 2023 with the purchase of our new building, the addition of our first official Executive Director, and the addition of new instructors and programming, just to name a few.

That is why Painted Sky Center for the Arts is celebrating this season and we are thrilled to be sharing our Spring 2024 Class Catalog with you. Every one of our team members and volunteers were busy all winter getting our new departments set up and organizing some amazing art class offerings for Spring Term 2024.

With great thanks to the Juniper Arts Counsil, we have added a new Sewing and Fiber Department to our programming. With a new department comes new Painted Sky Center for the Arts Instructors and new, never before offered classes such as Sewing 101, Embroidery 101, Basket Weaving, Applique and more!

In addition to our new Painted Sky Center for the Arts Sewing & Fiber Department, we are also incredibly happy to begin our Cultural offerings by including a language class for the first time ever!

Our new Conversational Spanish Class is perfect for those wanting to learn a second language, brush up on the Spanish you already know or just learn some basics before your next vacation. You can join the Spanish class on a weekly, monthly, or full-term basis. Visual Arts classes have been a part of Painted Sky Center for the Arts since we first opened our doors in 2019, but this Spring Term we have added even more class selections to choose from like perspective drawing and beginners charcoal drawing. I know my personal paintings could benefit from some perspective training! How about yours?

If change is not your thing, don’t worry, we have you covered. Your favorite painting classes are not going anywhere, and of course we will always have leather working, ceramics and our free meetups.

As a reminder to those of you who are parents, Spring 2024 is the last term before summer break for our Afterschool and Friday Morning Kid’s Art Club. Please do not let your kindergarten through sixth graders miss out on this opportunity for a unique form of education. Youth art classes have been shown to improve fine motor skills, visual and spatial processing, memory, self-control, increase overall academic performance, improve the ability to de-stress, increase self-esteem and help with social skills.

We here in John Day, Grant County and beyond, are so fortunate to have a resource such as Painted Sky Center for the Arts available for use. Please do not let an opportunity like this pass you by. Come check out what we are all about and try one of our sample art classes for free at our free Spring Fling Open House Event on April 13, 2024.

Other fun events scheduled for this term will be our first official Volunteer Orientation on February 24th and our Ceramic Department’s Chili Feed and Cook-off on March 24th . Details for these events and classes can be found within this catalog and on our website, www.paintedskycenter.com.

We cannot wait to see you in class and at our Painted Sky Center for the Arts events!

Happy Creating, Valerie Munyon

SPRING CLASSES Are you interested in teaching at Painted Sky? We are looking for teachers for our Summer Term which runs June through August.

We’d love to have you!

Contact Amanda Moss at ampaintedsky@gmail.com for more information!

Ceramics

Multiple sessions: March 02, 10:00AM-12:30 PM April 20, 10:00AM-12:30 PM May 04, 10:00AM-12:30 PM

$45 $40.50 Members

Come have lots of laughs while making your own custom terra cotta face planter. Students will be given an unfired, hand-thrown terra cotta planter and plenty of clay to sculpt and attach facial features of their own design. Once dry, pots will be kiln fired and then ready for students to pick up a few weeks later.

Ages 8 and up Multiple sessions: March 09, 1:00-4:00PM May 11, 1:00-4:00PM

$55 $49.50 Members

Ceramics isn't just for mugs and bowls!

Come make ceramic earrings with any shape and design you can dream up. Participants will be able to make up to 3 pairs and be given all findings for their finished earrings.

8 and older if accompanied by an adult. Otherwise, 16 and older Multiple sessions: March 16, 10:00AM-12:30PM April 06, 10:00AM-12:30PM

$55 $45.50 Members

Chi...Chi...Chi...Chia! Yes! Come make your very own Chia Critter!

In this two-hour workshop, Genevieve will walk you through the hand building steps to make any critter you want. Chia sheep. Chia Chicken. Chia Hairy Cow. If you can imagine it, we can make it. After your Chia Critter is fired, you will also go home with chia seeds and instructions on growing and caring for your new pet!

April 27th 1:00-4:00pm

$50 $45 Members

Come and build an adorable miniature ceramic house.

Perfect as a luminary, bird house, or anything else you want! A template will be provided but you'll have endless possibilities to customize your creation.

8 and older if accompanied by an adult. Otherwise, 16 and older

May 18th & 19th 12:00-5:00PM

$135 $121.50 Members

Vases are one of the most recognized ceramic objects. They can be simple and functional or completely decorative. The vase is a great way to begin learning ceramics making and decorating techniques. In this class, Joshua will go over building techniques of pinch, coil, and slab ceramics. As well as showcasing how he creates his own unique works.

Each student will have the opportunity to make 1-2 vases with guidance and assistance from the instructor.

Day 1 will have time for making; day two will be used for finishing and decorating. The studio will finish the pot in a clear glaze and fire it to completion to be picked up. Each student is encouraged to show up with 3 sketches of a shape they would like to make.

Ages 13 and up $60 for a Private 2 hour lesson. $45 per person for 2-3 people for a 2 hour lesson. $35 per person for 4-5 people for a 2 hour lesson.

Do you prefer to learn in a smaller group? Or does your schedule just never line up with the group class schedules? Try a private or semi-private lesson!

Semi-private lessons are great for dates, groups of friends, coworkers, or kids and parents!

Private/semi-private lessons will be based on your individual experience and goals and can be focused on wheel throwing or hand building and any part of the pottery process (throwing, trimming, glazing, etc). $60 Private 1.5 hr $45 Semi-private (per person) Do you learn better one-on-one or prefer small sized classes? This is an opportunity to have individual instruction throwing on the potter's wheel. An hour of private instruction paired with Open Studio time can be a huge boost to your confidence and throwing skills!

This time can be tailor made for where you are on your potter's journey - from green beginners to potters looking for more advanced techniques such as lids, handles, sets, glazing techniques, and more.

Choose private lessons, or grab your bestie, your sweetie, or even your independant teenager and take a semi-private class together and make some memories! $140 March-May $126 (Members) March-May Your ceramics studio pass includes: All open studio hours 12 fired pieces (with max measurement less than 8 inches on long axis) Personal shelf space Studio glazes and underglazes 3 studio guest passes

Kara Doescher I started doing pottery in high school and instantly fell in love with it.

I took as many ceramics classes in college as I could fit into a busy schedule. I can't resist the methodical but messy nature of making pottery, and I love being able to make beautiful but useful pieces.

Since moving to Grant County, I've been so happy to find a ceramics studio with such an incredibly kind, welcoming community of artists.

When I'm not playing with mud in the studio you can find me doing something (anything!) outdoors with my border collie, baking, and trying out any kind of arts and crafts.

Joshua Kehrberg Joshua began making ceramics in 2013 and has since gotten a BFA in sculpture, worked in an array of Portland's ceramic factories, and worked alongside other professional Oregon ceramic artists. His works are both thrown as well as hand-built forms and sculptures. He attempts to make pieces that appear as if formed by nature rather than the human hand, creating unique works or organic yet functional ceramics.

Genevieve Paddock Like so many other potters, I was first introduced to clay in a high school ceramics class. To pursue my interest in the arts, I attended Bennington College in Vermont, a school with a deep history in ceramic arts, where I received my B.A. in ceramics. During that time, I also worked in a ceramics factory, under glazing literally hundreds of pots a day! The following year I had the opportunity to go to Washington D.C. and intern at the Capitol Children’s Museum and create a ceramics studio and program. In 2003, I moved to Grant County where I met my husband, David, and joined him in the Nomad Sign Art studio and learned the old school art of hand lettering and hand-crafting signs. I began teaching hand building and wheel thrown pottery at Painted Sky in 2022 and am continually inspired by the Art Center’s amazing community. These days my 500-pound potter’s wheel sits in our home studio, where our whole family can learn to play on it.

Ceramics Committee We are a group of individuals who meet monthly to discuss ceramic department needs. Members actively participate in the upkeep and maintenance of the studio. Many of us also teach classes or host open studios. Stop by and say hi!

If you are interested in joining the ceramics committee, please contact Lizz or Kara at paintedsky.ceramics@gmail.com From left to right: Amy Charette, Genevieve Paddock, Kara Doescher (co-manager), Melody Feden, Brenna DesJardin, Jemery Henderson and Lizz Blackburn (co-manager).

Cultural Arts Mondays 6:00-8:00PM

Weekly classes starting at $10

Are you getting ready to go on vacation and want to be able to converse with locals once you get there? Do you want to learn a new skill or help improve your memory? Come join us if you would like to learn skills such as how to ask for directions or order from a menu. You will also learn how to understand what you are hearing as well! This class is also an opportunity to come and practice what you already know.

Bring your own pen and notebook and we'll supply the rest.

Nos vemos pronto!

Ages15+ Skill Level - Beginner and up

photo credits to Grant County Museum Painted Sky Center for the Arts is excited to announce the launch of a cultural arts department where we will offer a gathering place to celebrate, promote and inspire art, culture, and history. Our mission is to offer the community a deeper understanding of the history, culture, and heritage of Eastern Oregon.

The discovery of gold first attracted people to Grant County from other countries and states searching for a new life in the west. It was at one time a melting pot of European, Chinese, African American and South American pioneers who introduced different languages, traditions, and customs to the area. Prior to the gold rush, the land was home to the Northern Paiute Tribe, which we acknowledge and honor as the first inhabitants of Grant County.

We invite creatives, artists, teachers, writers, historians and interested individuals and/or groups to join our department. Class submissions may be submitted through Painted Sky Center for the Arts website at

Heidi Brooks

Heidi Brooks’ passion is researching local and cultural history and sharing stories of the past. Historical Fiction is her favorite genre because it blends historical events and characters with imagination. Some of her favorite authors are Jane Kirkpatrick, Sandra Dalles, Kathleen Grissom, and Sadeqa Johnson. Another favorite is the author of this quarter's book club pick, K.T. Blakemore.

Bre Apostol I grew up in John Day and always had a love of languages. Upon graduation I traveled and lived in various communities. Spanish became a second language to me during my two years serving in the Peace Corps in Costa Rica.

I am now living back in the John Day area with my husband whose native language is Spanish. We are passionate about teaching our 1-year-old daughter to be bilingual and I hope to share my love of the language with my hometown.

Fiber Arts March 09, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

$75 $67.50 Members

Spend a few hours learning the basics of Shaker-style basket weaving. The materials for this class will include a wooden handle and various sizes of flat and round natural rattan reed.

The skills learned in this class will provide a good foundation for making more complex styles of baskets. Come join the class and take home your own Shaker-style Williamsburg basket!

Ages 16 and up Choose your day and time!

March 02, 3:00 - 5:00 PM March 19, 6:00 - 8:00 PM April 02, 6:00 - 8:00 PM April 30, 6:00 - 8:00 PM May 13, 6:00 - 8:00 PM $40 per session $36 per session for members Want to learn how to sew? Let's get to it! In this 2-hour class I will teach you all the basics that will get you started on your new adventure. I will go over sewing machine operation, tools, supplies, fabrics and terminology. As a starter project we will make a "dream pillow" which will give you the core skills you will use in every project to come.

Ages 13 and up. Skill Level Beginner.

Students are encouraged to bring their own machine and any basic sewing supplies they have.

Choose your day and time!

March 05, 6:00 - 8:00 PM March 14, 6:00- 8:00 PM April 11, 6:00 - 8:00 PM April 24, 6:00 - 8:00 PM May 16, 6:00 - 8:00 PM $40 per session $36 per session for members In this 2-hour class I will teach the art of applique. Once you learn this nifty new skill you will find the possibilities of things to embellish almost limitless as well as its many uses. Need to cover a stain on your child's shirt? Need to mend a hole in a pair of jeans? This class serves as Part A to the Envelope Pillow class. Be sure to sign up for Part B- Envelope Pillow, to get the full course. Students are encouraged to bring their own machines if possible (we do have 4 in the studio) and a sewing kit with basic supplies. I will contact students upon sign-up to discuss fabrics needed.

Ages 13 and up. Skill Level Beginner.

Choose your day and time!

March 06, 6:00 - 8:00 PM March 23, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM April 04, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM April 17, 6:00 - 8:00 PM May 04, 1:00 - 3:00 PM $45 per session May 20, 6:00 - 8:00 PM $40.50 per session for members

This isn’t just any simple lil’ tote bag you will be making; it will be designed by you with your own fabrics and your own newly developed skills! This is a 2-hour class in which you will gain the skills of inserting a lining, making handles/straps, order of operations, intro to pattern making and more! This class is not only informative, but a blast! Students are encouraged to bring their own machine if possible and a basic sewing kit. You will be contacted after signing up to discuss fabrics needed.

Ages 13 and up. Skill Level Beginner.

Choose your day and time!

1-day workshops: March 30, 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM May 11, 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM 2-day workshops: March 08 & 15, 6:00 - 8:00 PM April 19 & 26 6:00 - 8:00 PM May 23 & 24 6:00 - 8:00 PM

$60 per session $54 per session for members

This is taking making a “bag” to a whole new level. Let your creativity go wild in this 2-part course or all day workshop. You will not only learn how to design your own bag, but make a pattern, embellish, work with new textiles, findings and more. Anyone interested in design or pattern making would highly benefit from this fun entry level project. This is a pre-req course (with exception). Students are encouraged to bring their own machine if possible and basic sewing supplies. You will be contacted after signing up to discuss supplies needed.

Ages 13 and up. Skill Level Beginner.

Choose your day and time!

March 09, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM March 21, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM April 27, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM May 18, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM May 30, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

$40 per session $36 per session for members

The classic envelope pillow. What a great way to spice up any boring old pillow! This 2-hour class is fantastic for beginners because you learn so many skills that will be useful in all future projects. You will learn a simple intro to pattern making using seam allowance, hems, buttons, fabric covered button making and a quick and easy way to add piping so that its perfect every time! This class is available independently, although it pairs nicely with its counterpart "Applique It." Students are encouraged to bring their own machine, if possible, and a basic sewing kit. You will be contacted after signing up about fabrics/supplies needed.

Ages 13 + Skill Level Beginner

Choose your day and time!

March 12, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM April 09, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM April 20, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM May 02, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM $40 per session $36 per session for members It's Amazing how a few simple stitches can add life to just about any textile! In this 2-hour class I will not only teach the basics of embroidery, but how to transfer your own designs onto fabric, how to select different stabilizers for different fabrics, other embellishments and more. All supplies are included although students are encouraged to bring their own embroidery floss colors and transfers if desired.

Ages 13 + Skill Level Beginner Choose your day and time!

March 16, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM March 26, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM April 12, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM May 09, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM $45 per session $40.50 per session for members This class is one of my favorites! It's a fantastically fun project for beginning and experienced embroiderers alike. I will be teaching you how to transfer your image onto fabric and a few basic embroidery stitches. Let me show you how simple and fun it is to turn that photo into a piece of art!

What you would like to do with it afterwards is completely up to you; they look lovely framed or turned into an envelope pillow cover (I hear there's a class for that). Students are encouraged to bring their own machine if possible and a basic sewing kit. You will be contacted after signing up to discuss supplies needed and so I can get your chosen image prepped and ready previous to the class time.

Ages 13 + Skill Level Beginner Choose your day and time!

March 28, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM April 06, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM April 25, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM May 06, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM May 28, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM $40 per session $36 per session for members What a fun class! Every baby needs bloomers, blankies and bibs! These are simple patterns that I can teach you to create and recreate over and over for the little loved ones in your life. I will go over not only the garment construction, but piping, elastic casing, bias tape making and more! Students are encouraged to bring their own machine if possible and a basic sewing kit. You will be contacted after signing up to discuss fabric needed.

Ages 13 + Skill Level Beginner

Saturday, May 25, 2024 - Sunday, May 26, 2024 (2 day workshop) $60 $54 Members Let's get our stitch on! In this 2-day workshop we will be combining our skills to bring your own special memory to life. In the first segment of the workshop, I will be teaching various embroidery stitches and complementing forms of embellishment before we move onto transferring your own chosen image onto fabric and making the magic happen. Upon completion of your beautifully hand-stitched work of art you have the option of framing it or turning it into a lovely throw pillow (think gift time people!!). Come spend the day with me and let's see what beautiful memories we can embellish on.

Ages 13 + Skill Level Beginner

Diane Higbie

I started sewing, embroidering, and crocheting when I was about 10 years old. Started quilting when I moved to Grant County in 2001 and knitting shortly thereafter. I am in love with all arts and crafts and have taken several classes here at the Arts Center including painting, pottery, and felt applique. I love sharing what I have learned with others and am excited about being part of the Fiber Arts department.

Betsy Koncerak

I started weaving about 35 years ago in college. After college I had a registered business in Pennsylvania, Montana and South Dakota called Wildcat Run Basketry.

I’ve taught basketweaving classes for kids (10-15) and adults.

Jodi Lee

Jodi lee's passion for fashion, theater and the arts began at a very young age. She was highly involved in the theater program during her high school years (both on and off the stage) and found herself constantly designing and altering clothes. Her involvement in the arts and fashion world lead her to a small modeling career where she got the opportunity to live abroad in such cities as Athens, Hong Kong, Milano and more. After a few years of traveling, she settled in Los Angeles where the birth of SandBox Rebel (and her son, Aurthur) took place.

only members of painted sky get to take advantage of all these benifits!

MEMBERSHIP BENIFITS INDIVIDUAL/ FAMILY

BRONZE SPONSOR

$50/ YEAR INDIVIDUAL $100/ YEAR FAMILY

$200 PER YEAR

10% OFF CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS 2 COMPLIMENTARY PASSES TO ALL EXCLUSIVE MEMBERS ONLY EVENTS IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBERS ONLY ABILITY TO CHECK OUT BOOKS FROM THE PSCA ART LIBRARY USE OF THE PSCA BOARDROOM

SILVER SPONSOR $500 PER YEAR

10% OFF CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS MEMBERS ONLY EVENTS LISTED ON OUR SPONSOR PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE HIGHLIGHTED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES FREE AD ON OUR CATALOG (FOR BUSINESS) 4 COMPLIMENTARY PASSES TO ALL EXCLUSIVE MEMBERS ONLY EVENTS LISTED ON OUR SPONSOR PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE ONE FREE CLASS PER YEAR (UP TO $50 VALUE) ABILITY TO CHECK OUT BOOKS FROM THE PSCA ART LIBRARY USE OF THE PSCA BOARDROOM

10% OFF CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS 2 COMPLIMENTARY PASSES TO ALL EXCLUSIVE MEMBERS ONLY EVENTS LISTED ON OUR SPONSOR PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE ONE FREE CLASS PER YEAR (UP TO $50 VALUE) ABILITY TO CHECK OUT BOOKS FROM THE PSCA ART LIBRARY USE OF THE PSCA BOARDROOM

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10% OFF CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS MEMBERS ONLY EVENTS LISTED ON OUR SPONSOR PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE HIGHLIGHTED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES FREE AD ON OUR CATALOG (FOR BUSINESS) 6 COMPLIMENTARY PASSES TO ALL EXCLUSIVE MEMBERS ONLY EVENTS LISTED ON OUR SPONSOR PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE ONE FREE CLASS PER YEAR (UP TO $50 VALUE) ABILITY TO CHECK OUT BOOKS FROM THE PSCA ART LIBRARY USE OF THE PSCA BOARDROOM

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10% OFF CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS MEMBERS ONLY EVENTS LISTED ON OUR SPONSOR PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE HIGHLIGHTED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES FREE AD ON OUR CATALOG (FOR BUSINESS) 8 COMPLIMENTARY PASSES TO ALL EXCLUSIVE MEMBERS ONLY EVENTS LISTED ON OUR SPONSOR PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE ONE FREE CLASS PER YEAR (UP TO $50 VALUE) ABILITY TO CHECK OUT BOOKS FROM THE PSCA ART LIBRARY USE OF THE PSCA BOARDROOM

**YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A MEMBER TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES OR WORKSHOPS** 116 NW BRIDGE STREET, STE. 9 JOHN DAY, OR 97845 +541-575-1335 PAINTEDSKYCENTER.COM

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN A BUILIDING FOR THE ART CENTER

Painted Sky Center for the Arts is raising funds for our new building that houses the art center located at 116 NW Bridge Street in John Day. PSCA has experienced unprecedented growth and has been in desperate need of additional space to expand programs and services. This facility allows us to grow and offer more art and cultural services to the residents and visitors of Grant County.

The Project Raise money for our building located at 116 NW Bridge Street, John Day, Oregon The building is 17,700 sq. ft Additional classroom space Performance and gym space Room to expand into arts and cultural center

Funding Goal: $890,000 Raised: to Date: $175,000 Raised Date: $175,000 THANKto YOU! THANK YOU!in CREF Pending: $500,000 Funds for 2024 Legislative Session GAP: $215,000 Raise remaining to fund this capital campaign

How You Can Help Cash contributions Donate to through our website Contact us to discuss donations or to sponsor a room

Thank You to our Project Partners and Supporters!

Painted Sky Centerfor the Arts

116 NW Bridge St, St. 9 John Day, OR, 97845 541-575-1335 www.paintedskycenter.com

Spring Events & Announcements

March 24th from 4-7pm $20 - includes a ceramic bowl, all you can eat chili and 1 beverage of your choice (first come, first serve on the ceramic bowl tickets availability). $8 - includes a non-ceramic bowl and all you can eat chili. *kids under 10 eat for free. *Additional, handmade, ceramic bowls will be available for purchase on the day of event for $15 each.

Registration: Contact PSCA Ceramics via email at paintedsky.ceramics@gmail.com, or PSCA by phone, or in person if you would like to enter your chili.

All entrants will receive a handmade, ceramic bowl, 1 beverage of your choice and all you can eat chili.

Plus, there will be a prize for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners awarded at the end of the event.

Voting: People's Choice on day of event

Join us every month on the 3rd Thursday at 5:30pm for our Artist Meetup!

We meet monthly to share ideas, collaborate and meet other professional (and aspiring professional) artists.

Painters, sculptors, writers, potters, photographers - all are welcome!

Volunteer Orientation February 24th, 3:00PM-5:00PM

Help us, help you, to take that first step towards fulfilling your New Year’s Resolution.

Did you vow that you would get more actively involved in your local community?

Did you swear that you would get out of the house more this year?

Did you tell yourself that 2024 was the year you were going to start giving back?

Or maybe you just want to take some time to do something for yourself, such as an art class.

Did you know that Volunteers earn credit towards free classes at PSCA? Come learn more about all the fun ways you can help out and hear about the various benefits available to our volunteers.

Volunteering is a fun way to connect with new people and become actively involved taking pride in your community. Spending time around other talented people is an exciting way to learn first-hand about arts and culture in Grant County. Here at Painted Sky Center for the Arts, in John Day, our programming is constantly expanding. As a volunteer, you will benefit from this by having the chance to choose your area of interest and ability.

Here are just a few examples of the great ways that you can lend a helping hand.

Program Specific

Quick & Simple o Print, fold, and distribute quarterly catalogs o Office administration tasks o Organize art book library donations

o Assist with various department activities

Building Beautification

Events & Fundraising o Event planning and coordinating o Assisting at events o Membership and sponsorship recruitment

o Interior cleaning o Light duty maintenance o Exterior gardening

Other o Tell us what areas of interest or expertise you would like to share

116 NW Bridge St John Day, OR

541-575-1335

Leather March 4, 11 & 18 5:30-7:30

$65 $58.50 Members

Make a cantle bag from oil tanned chap leather to carry useful items with you while riding the trails, moving cattle or other exciting horseback rides.

Ages 16 and up Skill level - beginner

April 5th & 6th 6:00-7:30pm

$40 $36 Members

Bring a mug or travel cup to class to make a sleeve/cover.

Sleeves can be made with or without a handle and decorated to your style!

All ages Skill Level: Beginner

April 8, 15 & 22 5:30-7:30

$65 $58.50 Members

In this class students will be introduced to the basics of leather tooling. They will stamp or tool four leather coasters that will be theirs to keep. We will go over the basics of geometric stamping as well as the basics of western floral tooling.

If you have your own tools, please bring them. There will be shared tools available.

Ages 16 and up. Skill level - beginner.

April 16th & 23rd 5:30-7:30

$45 $40.50 Members

In this class each person will be making a pair of stirrup hobbles. They can stamp, tool or both. This is a great little project that can add a personalized touch to your saddle.

All ages Skill Level: Beginner

May 7, 14 & 21 6:00-8:00pm

$85 $76.50 Members

In this class we are making a simple tote bag with a single outside pocket.

Carry your stuff around in style.

All ages Skill Level: Beginner

$90- March-May $81 (Members)March-May Includes use of hand tools, dyes, leather sewing machine and workspace.

Open to all current and recent leather students (Participants must have taken a PSCA leather class within the past 6 months) There is not a teacher on site during open studio time.

Open studio is Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm

Leon Pielstick

Leon started leathercraft and tooling at age 10. He made his first saddle with a Tandy Kit at age 14. He has made an abundance of belts and wallets and has mentored other leather workers in leather tooling and saddle making.

Leon attended OSU and graduated from Colorado State University Veterinary School. He was a practicing veterinarian in Burns until retirement and moved to John Day in 2017.

Julie Smucker

Hey, I'm Julie Smucker! I've always loved horses and leather and all things western. I started in leatherwork a little while ago and then apprenticed under the amazing Clair Kehrberg! Now I enjoy making, and working with, a variety of leather projects.

Literary Arts March 8th May 30th 6:00-7:00pm

FREE

Book Title: The Deception Author: Kim Tylor Blakemore Genre: Historical Fiction

Book Title: Starter Villain Author: John Scalzi Genre: Science Fiction

Are you passionate about reading and eager to share your thoughts on captivating books? We're excited to announce the launch of our very own Painted Sky book club, where literary enthusiasts can come together for discussions, gain new perspectives, and build connections with fellow readers!

Our book club will meet as a group on March 8th and again at the end of the term on May 30th.

On March 8th we will be introducing our spring term facilitators, Heidi Brooks and Lizz Blackburn, answering any questions, exchanging contact info and deciding on book specific reading meetups. After March 8th, Heidi and Lizz will schedule optional but encouraged monthly reading meetups for interested participants. On May 30th we will again meet as a group and discuss summer term books and facilitators.

Participants are not limited to one book, if both books catch your eye, please read both and attend any meet up you’d like!

PSCA membership is strongly encouraged. Participants are responsible for acquiring their own book.

Please contact Lizz Blackburn at lizz.blackburn@outlook.com if you have any trouble finding a copy.

Heidi Brooks

Heidi Brooks’ passion is researching local and cultural history and sharing stories of the past. Historical Fiction is her favorite genre because it blends historical events and characters with imagination. Some of her favorite authors are Jane Kirkpatrick, Sandra Dalles, Kathleen Grissom, and Sadeqa Johnson. Another favorite is the author of this quarter's book club pick, K.T. Blakemore.

Lizz Blackburn

In 2020, Lizz embarked on a reading journey, discovering solace in the enchanting world of Harry Potter amidst the global pandemic. Since then, she's become an avid reader delving into various genres but consistently gravitated towards fantasy. She loves discussing books, some of her favorite reads in 2023 stemmed from engaging conversations at Painted Sky. Thrilled by a love for literature and a desire to build community, she is excited to kick off Painted Sky’s very own Book Club alongside Heidi Brooks.

Cassandra Coxen As a volunteer of the Painted Sky Center for the Arts, Cassandra joined the center last year when she moved back to Grant County. Cassandra was born here in Mount Vernon and attended schools across Grant County.

Cassandra has a Bachelor’s in English and has completed Master’s level course work in Communication. Over the years Cassandra has partnered with many creatives to see a wide array of projects reach fruition across multiple mediums. During the day Cassandra works as Client Experience Team Manager at WEO Media. Outside of work, Cassandra devotes her time to her passion – creative writing. Currently Cassandra is actively workshopping with Chuck Palahniuk and Chelsea Cain – as well as other talented creative professionals across the state of Oregon.

Office Hours (Available to meet 1 on 1): If you are looking for feedback or to discuss next steps in a story or creative project you are developing, feel free to contact me directly to request 1 on 1 time to review. Office hours are open to all ages and registered members of the Painted Sky Center for the Arts. (Email - cassandra.coxen@gmail.com) Cassandra’s Spring Reading: Currently I am enjoying connecting directly with writers on Substack. Substack is a newsletter service that removes the middlemen between writers and readers and delivers all types of fresh wonderful content by interesting writers to my email. Here are my top 5 Substack recommendations.

Chuck Palahniuk’s Plot Spoiler In the Writing Burrow by Margaret Atwood Cheryl Strayed’s Dear Sugar The Audacity by Roxanne Gay Paul Edward: Field Notes

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Visual Arts Wednesdays Feb 28th-Mar 20th 5:30-7:30 PM

$50 $45 Members

Students will be given a block of linoleum to produce a print and will have their picture printed by the last day of the class.

You will be shown how to handle the gouge to cut away the linoleum to produce a block to be printed. Students will also learn how to use different colors on the same block of linoleum. Linoleum is a good way to make cards and gifts.

Adults ages 18 and up. Beginners welcome!

March 2nd 1:00-3:00 PM

$30 $27 Members

Enjoy a fairytale adventure creating magical masterpieces at this Mommy and Me Paint Party! Each painter may choose a Princess or Unicorn to paint on a 12x16 canvas with acrylic paints! There will be many colors to choose from, including gold for the crown, star and unicorn horn, and glitter paint to add touches of shimmer! Girls may like to wear their Princess dress to the event, and aprons will be provided during painting time!

We’ll have a game and a small treasure for each girl!

Adults and youth ages 6 and up. Skill Level: Beginners & up March 8th 5:30-8:00 PM

$40 $36 Members

Grab friends and family members! We'll be creating an individualized "I Am Woman" acrylic painting to celebrate International Women's Day, Friday, March 8! I'll lead you through the steps, and help you create the hair colors and skin tones you'd like. You can get creative with the background, earrings, blouse colors - I'll bring a variety of paints. You'll go home with a finished painting you can enjoy all year long!

Adults and youth ages 15 and up. Skill Level: Beginners & up

March 16th 1:00-2:30

$40 $36 Members

Bring a family member or friend, and let's paint a Spring Lamb or Spring Cow! I'll have colors for you to choose from for the flowers and background! All supplies provided, including the basic sketch on your canvas. Let's gather, and paint!

Adults and youth ages 12 and up. Skill Level: Beginners and up

Wednesdays April 3rd- May 22 5:30-7:30pm

$50 $45 Members

With time and practice, students will develop a better eye for creating pictures from their imagination. They will be able to see errors in their drawings of objects. Students will learn how to set up a blank sheet of paper to create their idea for a drawing/painting that is accurate in proportions and space.

Students need have a "T" square and two triangles. One is a 30 -60- 90 and the other one is a 45-45-90. The larger the better.

The T square should be at least 24 inches in length.

Adults age 18 and up. Beginners welcome!

April 6th 1:00-3:30pm

$40 $36 Members

Flutter into a world of color, and bring a friend with you! It'll be a celebration of creativity and nature! I'll provide all the supplies for this 16x20 acrylic painting, including the basic sketch of the butterfly, and you can choose from vibrant or pastel paint colors. This will be a fun evening to paint and visit!

Adults and youth ages 12 and up. Skill Level: Beginners & up

Mondays April 8th- 29th 5:30-7:30 PM

$50 $45 Members

In this class, you will learn the basics of drawing with charcoal.

You will learn measuring to gain a likeness shading to create depth and texture, layering, and blending techniques. By the end of this class, you will be able to create a realistic charcoal drawing from a photograph. This class is suitable for beginners. Full list of supplies needed is available on our website.

Ages 12 and up April 12th 5:30-8:00pm

$40 $36 Members

Make a statement with either of these playful paintings! You choose from a floral bumblebee with the words "Bee Kind" (you can also paint it without the words) or "Dandelions" both are on a larger-than-life scale. I'll bring all the supplies, and you just show up for a fun afternoon of painting!

Adults and youth ages 12 and up (flexible) Skill Level: Beginners and up

April 20th 1:00-3:30pm

$40 $36 Members

Celebrate spring as we paint “Rustic Blooms” in a vintage milk can. Bring your friends and family or come solo. These garden-fresh flowers will look great all spring and summer!

I’ll have the basic sketch of the milk can and flowers, but feel free to change up the flower types and colors or paint along with me!

Adults and youth ages 15 and up (flexible) Skill Level: Beginners and up May 11th 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

$40 $36 Members

Embrace your style and paint a world of color with "Cherry Blossom Bridge" on 16x20 canvas. We'll have a table full of paint colors to choose from, so you can get creative, or follow along with my bright colors. Bring a friend or family member or come solo, and let's paint!

Adults and youth ages 15 and up (flexible) Skill Level: Beginners and up

May 18th 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

$35 $31.50 Members

We're ready for spring and COLOR! Painting this Hummingbird in Flight will be a beautiful way to celebrate!

We can be creative with a fun abstract background, or feel free to paint the background like a sky or another color of your choice!

Adults and youth ages 12 and up (flexible) Skill Level: Beginners and up

May 25th 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

$40 $36 Members

We'll have a picturesque "getaway," painting this Ocean View! We're going to create this using a palette knife and brushes, or you can choose just brushes or just the palette knife. We'll definitely feel a vacation vibe while painting, so bring a friend or family member or come and make new friends!

Adults and youth ages 12 and up (flexible) Skill Level: Beginners and up

Angel Carpenter I'm Angel Carpenter, owner of WILDbrushes Art with Angel. I provide all the supplies, and we'll focus on the positive while we relax and paint. My background includes a Bachelor of Fine Arts (drawing and painting). I love teaching young and young at heart step-by-step acrylic paintings that are fun for beginners and are also enjoyable for advanced painters. My husband and I live in Grant County, Oregon, and are empty-nesters with four grown sons.

Kim Randleas

Kim Randleas is a lifelong resident of Grant County.

She loves drawing, painting, and creating stained glass works. Her favorite mediums are charcoal, watercolor, and oil paint. She loves trying new, art forms and looks forward to learning alongside other people at the Art Center.

Robert Rex I am a retired art teacher from California where I taught art at a high school for 30 years. I studied commercial art at "Art Center" in LA before transferring to Calif. State University at Long Beach, California where I received my BA in art. Then I transferred to Chico State University where I got my teaching degree. I also taught a basic drawing class at the local Junior college "College of the Sequoias" at the same time that I was teaching in the high school, for several years.

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Youth Programs

After School + Friday Morning Art Club After school art club is a spectacular program for kids kindergarten-6th grade. Many art mediums will be explored throughout the year, helping to open a world of art to the next generation.

Youth art classes have been shown to improve fine motor skills, visual and spatial processing, memory, self-control, increase overall academic performance, improve the ability to de-stress, increase self-esteem and help with social skills.

This program runs: Monday-Thursday from after school to 5:00 PM Friday Morning 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pricing for members and non-members: $212/$235 per month for Monday-Friday $175/$158 Monday-Thursday $54/$60 Fridays only We have 2 partial scholarships available

Sam Adams I am the Youth Afterschool Program Art Teacher.

I am from the Grant County region and have been a resident since 2020. Currently, I attend Eastern Oregon University online, full-time to pursue my degree in the field of education with a Minor in Art. My passion has always been art as I love the freedom and expression of drawing whatever transpires in my mind. I am skilled in drawing, mixed media, and digital art.

I work at Painted Sky where I teach youth elementary level students about the foundations of art and the joy of creativity. We have a blast learning many various forms of art and art techniques. I am a big believer in education and the advocacy for art in education. I believe that it is important to teach art because it is form of creative expression and can help students find outlets they need to de-stress or feel great about themselves as they explore its many forms.

Julie Reynolds Julie Reynolds has successfully been directing plays for over 30 years. Julie retired from Grant Union High School as their Language Arts and Drama Teacher, where she directed all their plays for 25 years.

Prior to that, she worked in the drama department at other schools directing plays. Julie’s passion is directing children’s plays, and she has directed plays for Painted Sky Center for the Arts in the past. We are very happy that she is coming out of retirement to direct a play for us again.

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