Papermaking at the Penn State Library Conservation Centrewith Bill MinterJune 18 from 9–11:30am We are thrilled to collaborate with the Penn State Conservation Center, part of the Penn State Library System. Join senior conservator Bill Minter for this introduction to papermaking. Learn basic techniques and what tools you can use to make paper at home! […]
June 17–21, 9am–12pmages 5–8with instructor Donna Lawrence Campers will create their own masterpieces using a variety of art techniques and styles of famous artists like Monet, Picasso, VanGogh and more!
June 17–21, 1–4pmages 7–11with instructor Julia Nelson Do you wish that everyday was a day to practice perfecting potions and working spells with wands? Whether you know a lot or a little doesn’t matter when it comes to sorting you into a house with a magic hat! Get ready to use clay, fibers, metals, and […]
Studio to Plein Air at Rhoneymeade Friday, June 21 & Saturday, June 22, 9:30am – 4pm with instructor Susan Nicholas Susan Nicholas will be teaching a two-day plein air workshop at Rhoneymeade, a peaceful, inspirational place to paint. This exceptional location has extensive options for subjects, ranging from old unique trees, gardens, historic structures, fields, and mountain vistas with Central […]
June 24–28, 9am–12pmages 5–8with instructor Julia Nelson This is a week to explore all varieties of creating: clay sculptures, origami, expandable drawings and interactive art and comic strips!
June 24–29, 9am–12pmages 7–12with instructor Kathy Morro Wiggle your words and color your world! Explore many forms of creative writing and visual art, along with music, games and more. Be a poet with a paint palette and a sculptor with a story to tell!
June 24–28, 1–4pmages 13–16with instructor Kathy Morrow For writers who enjoy art, and artists who like to write! Create your narrative through poetry, painting, short stories, doodles, spoken word, collage and more. Practice your favorite forms of creative expression and challenge yourself to try something new.
June 24–28, 1–4pmages 7–11with instructor Liza Johnson This camp will explore the world of abstract art. Join us for a week of mixing it up with art materials to create amazing masterpieces.
Thank you to Centre LGBT+ and to everyone who participated! This show features artwork about inclusion and acceptance. The show will be up through June, PRIDE month, at the State College Municipal Building on South Allen Street, in State College, PA.
Beginning Drawingwith Bryar NigroMondays, 6:30–9pmJune 10 – July 1 Join Bryar for this 4 week short-course on the basics of drawing. Learn the basics of contour, shading, and all the techniques to build your skills.
The Members Show offers the opportunity for all Art Alliance members, regardless of their level of expertise, to show their work. The show will be split between June and July and held at KISH Bank Expect More Store on S. Allen St in State College. We look forward to this double annual show featuring the […]
July 1–5, 9am–12pm — Please note there is no class on 7/4ages 5–8with instructor Carrie Koch Join us for a week of creative art making centered around Red, White, and Blue.
July 1–5, 1–4pm — Please note there is no class on 7/4ages 7–11with instructor Lisa Turner Explore and make art using tessellations, number patterns like the golden rectangle and Fibonacci, fractals, tanagrams and MORE! Multi-media with drawing, collage and painting.
July 1–5, 1–4pm — Please note there is no class July 4ages 7–11with instructor Donna Lawrence Explore recycled/found objects by utilizing those materials to create materials that are generally considered trash and transform them into beautiful and meaningful art.
The Art of Digital Illustration for Beginners with Kara BallengerMondays, 6–9pm07/08–294 weeks Digital Illustration is an amazing achievement of the 20th and 21st centuries, and it is here to stay! A majority of professional art and animation studios expect their employees to be proficient in digital art, due to how quickly artists can complete pieces […]
July 22–26, 9am–12pmages 7–12with instructor Adam Swartz From your imagination to the page and beyond! Create your own realistic or make-believe characters and bring them to life this week. Set the scene and tell their story through sequential drawing, animation, puppetry and theatre games.
July 22–26, 1–4pmages 13–16with instructor Adam Swartz From your imagination to the page and beyond! Create your own realistic or make-believe characters and bring them to life this week. Set the scene and tell their story through sequential drawing, animation, puppetry and theatre games.
Watercolor with Ink Workshopwith Austin Van Allen07/26 & 07/27, Friday & Saturday11am–3pm Join Austin Van Allen in this two- day workshop exploring the combination of vibrant liquid watercolors and delicate inkwork. Participants will learn and play with wet-on-wet painting techniques, thrown watercolor techniques, and calming ink pen drawing techniques. July 26th 11-3pm and July 27th […]
July 29 – Aug 2, 1–4pmages 7–11with instructor Liza Johnson This camp will explore the world of abstract art. Join us for a week of mixing it up with art materials to create amazing masterpieces.
July 29–Aug 2, 9am–12pmages 5–8with instructor Donna Lawrence A week-long adventure exploring animals in art.. Each day will bring a new adventure through art and activities inspired by the wide world of the animal kingdom.
Intermediate Drawingwith Bryar NigroTuesdays, 6:30–8:30pm06/18 – 08/13 Join Bryar for this 8 week course on animal drawing. From learning the basics of anatomy sketches to detailed shading techniques for realistic fur… this class will explore a variety of tips and techniques to create realistic animal drawings.
August 5–9, 1–4pmages 11–13with instructor Holly Foy Like getting your hands muddy? Spend the week exploring a variety of hand-building techniques to fashion animal-shaped banks, ocean inspired coiled bowls, and more. We will make Treasures of Earth in this fun, creative camp.
Aug 5–9, 1–4pmages 7–11with instructor Carrie Koch Exploring influential artists outside of the traditional European male. Women, POC, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, Indigenous. Fascinating and fun artists and art styles in a variety of media. Of course we’ll see Georgia O’Keeffe, but many other artists who may be unfamiliar.
Bookbindingwith instructor Bill MinterTuesdsays, 6–9pm08/27 – 10/01 A hand-bound book is a treasure to hold. Come learn the basics of bookbinding while sewing gathered sheets of paper on linen tapes and making a cover in a traditional style with cloth and decorative paper. The completed book can be used as a journal or sketch book. […]
For beginning and advanced students. Beginners make a small project and learn the basics of copper foil and stained glass work. Advanced or repeat students will continue with previous or personal projects. Please contact Ken at 814-360-8571 (text only) with any questions.
Thursdays, 1:00 – 4:00 pmAug 29 – Dec 12with coordinator Cindy Hassler Open Studio time for anyone who would like to have use of the printing press and get together with other printmakers. This provides a great opportunity for sharing ideas and getting feedback from each other. There is also the possibility for demos or […]
Thursdays, 7:00 – 9:30 pmAugust 29 – Dec 12with coordinator Tom Mickle Ever want to try drawing the nude figure? Come enjoy the challenge of working from the model during timed poses. Figure drawing is simply one of the best ways to keep your eye and drawing skills sharp. No instruction, but you’ll be working […]
thru the end of August — check DID website for hours State College is home to many artists, local and from around the country. The Downtown State College District loves to feature artists from all places to show off their creativity. Starting July 1st, there will be a new artist showcased, Ann Seltzer Pangborn. Pangborn […]
ColorworksAugustTempest Studios, 140 Kelly Ave., State College Art by : John StrotherLesley StrotherAriel Oki Lelaina Scott The Art Alliance is excited to be collaborating with Tempest Studios, at 140 Kelly Ave. in State College for yet another spot to exhibit members’ art! Colorworks is a collection of wonderfully saturated art in 4 different styles from 4 different artists.. Lesley […]
Dear Friends, I’m delighted to invite you to the opening reception for my art exhibition, this Saturday! My most recent collection of paintings will be on view at the University Wine Company for the entire month of August, with an opening reception this Saturday, August 3, 3:30 – 6:00 p.m. The address is 540 Misty Hill Drive […]
Opens First Friday in State College, August 2, 5:30–7:30pm Up through the end of August
Exploring Composition in Paintingwith Mark MessengerMondays, 9am–12pm08/26 – 09/30 Exploring Composition in Painting will introduce painting concepts to enhance one’s working with paint. Working on practices to leave the world behind and push some creativity into focus. Canvas preparation, working studies, thumbnails, brush, palette knives, textual applications of media will all be addressed. Expressionist, action […]
Tuesdays, 9:00 am – 12:00pmAugust 27 – Dec 17with coordinator Susan Graham ([email protected]) An opportunity for open studio time. No instruction provided. You may attend as suits your schedule but please email the coordinator in advance of each session if you are planning to attend so that we may ensure proper distancing is possible. This class is designed for […]
Flora & Fauna with instructor Maggie ScotillaWednesdays, 9am – 12pmSeptember 4 – October 9 Join this collaborative class to learn proportion strategies, color choice, and techniques to add depth to your drawings and bring them to life. We will explore all varieties of plants and flowers to build our weekly drawing compositions. This class will focus […]
Watercolor ExplorationsFridays, 7–9:30pmAug 30–Sept 20with instructor Sydney Turner Delve into the world of watercolor by learning special effects techniques, and even making watercolor paint from scratch. From landscapes to portraits, this class is all about exploring interesting ways of using watercolor, learning about the materials, and their uses, and customizing the painting experience. This class […]
Vanessa Temple’s eye popping artwork will be up at the State College Downtown Improvement District’s offices in September & October. Stop by and check it out! You can find the office on the MLK Jr. Plaza at 127 S. Fraser Street, State College, PA From the SCDID website: There is plenty of art in State […]
