Perhaps one of the first things that comes to mind when thinking of “fine art” is painting and drawing, but this art form is far from basic. From acrylics to pastel chalks, we offer an array of mediums to choose from, each presenting their own unique set of challenges. Whether you’re interested in still life or more abstract expression, with our workshops anyone can learn to unlock their inner artist and start to see the world in a new light.
- Acrylic paint and other open use materials are available for UO students only.
- Some canvases and paper
- Easels
- Drawing boards
- Various paint brushes
- Cups for water
- Larger canvases are not available outside of workshops.
Studio Hours
Open Studio Hours*:
The Craft Center will be closed September 2-September 24. The Craft Center will reopen for Fall Term on September 25.
Monday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 1:30pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 1:30pm
Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: Closed
*Hours are subject to change and may vary from week to week.
Orientation Schedule:
Signups for the Painting Studio Orientation are below. An orientation must be completed before your first visit in order to use the studio. Orientations are only available during Week 2, 3, and 4 of the term.
Experience is required to complete an orientation.
Orientation Registration
Studio Orientation is required for all new studio users not registered for a workshop to become acquainted with studio policies and space usage. Users must have prior experience to take this orientation. Prior experience is defined as workshop or class experience within the past 2 years and a full understanding of the studio processes from beginning to end.
Intro Special: Intro to Painting
Student Price: $20.00Non-student Price: $20.00
Instructor: Will Paradis
- Thursday, September 28, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Celebrate the first week of the term with this $20 Intro Special! Enjoy a quick overview of painting using acrylic media. Color mixing and brush techniques will be explained along with some painting history. This workshop is best suited for beginners.
Explore Watercolor
Student Price: $110.00Non-student Price: $130.00
Instructor: Hannah Becker
- Monday, October 9, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Monday, October 16, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Paint with this beautiful transparent medium and learn how to make it work for you. This class teaches you techniques that will let you explore and expand the ways you can express yourself. You will experience many different ways to use watercolors including wet into wet, glazing, masking, and layering with washes. Come and explore!
This workshop qualifies as a full studio orientation. Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all meetings. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Self Portrait
Student Price: $220.00Non-student Price: $255.00
Instructor: Daniel Balter
- Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Wednesday, October 11, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Wednesday, October 18, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Wednesday, October 25, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 1, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 8, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Learn about different drawing and painting tools and techniques while practicing expressive self-portraits.
This workshop qualifies as a full studio orientation. Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all meetings. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Explore Pastels A
Student Price: $95.00Non-student Price: $110.00
Instructor: Jeanne LaRae
- Tuesday, October 17, 2023 - 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Tuesday, October 24, 2023 - 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Tuesday, October 31, 2023 - 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
Spend a little time using a new medium to explore expressive and illustrative techniques. Watch the colors from your concepts awaken on the page.
This workshop qualifies as a full studio orientation. Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all meetings. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Acrylic Basics
Student Price: $175.00Non-student Price: $205.00
Instructor: Will Paradis
- Thursday, October 19, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Thursday, October 26, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Thursday, November 2, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Thursday, November 9, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Thursday, November 16, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Start your painting practice here! Acryic painting is a fun and simple way to learn the basics of color theory, composition, abstraction, representation, and more!
This workshop qualifies as a full studio orientation. Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all meetings. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Chinese Brush Painting
Student Price: $45.00Non-student Price: $55.00
Instructor: Key Sun
- Sunday, October 22, 2023 - 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
In this introductory workshop, learn to increase your creativity and use brush, ink, watercolors, and authentic Chinese painting styles to capture traditional images of nature.
Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.
Explore Pastels B
Student Price: $95.00Non-student Price: $110.00
Instructor: Jeanne LaRae
- Monday, November 6, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Monday, November 13, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Monday, November 20, 2023 - 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Spend a little time using a new medium to explore expressive and illustrative techniques. Watch the colors from your concepts awaken on the page.
This workshop qualifies as a full studio orientation. Introductory materials included. No experience necessary. This workshop includes all listed dates and times. Please plan to attend all meetings. For information on registration and refund policies, please review the FAQ page.