OPAC's Teen Art Program is made possible thanks to the generous support:
Reed Foundation for the Arts
Smith-Hobson Foundation
The Gene Haas Foundation
Reed Foundation for the Arts
Smith-Hobson Foundation
The Gene Haas Foundation
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OXNARD TEENS! Enjoy an artsy Summer!
Working from traditional techniques, students from all skill levels will learn how to complete 3 watercolor paintings. Students will also learn the creative process from composition to color theory and the history of watercolor. Space is VERY limited and is on a scholarship basis for ages 13-17 / Grades 8-12. COVID-19 Safety
All classes will be held outdoors. Each student will have their own dedicated work table and supplies and will be socially distanced from other students. Students must adhere to COVID-19 Safety Guidelines & Protocols, including mask-wearing, temperature checks, and use of hand sanitizer (all these items will be provided by OPAC). |
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ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Gabriel Islas grew up in the coastal city of Oxnard. He obtained his BFA with an emphasis in painting from Academy of Art University, San Francisco in 2019. He has since moved back to his roots in Ventura County where he teaches oil painting courses at the Santa Paula Art Museum, VITA Art Center and Oxnard Performing Arts Center, both on-site and online.
His current work exhibits atmospheric paintings of local California landscapes. Gabriel is a member of the California Art Club and has exhibited at Academy of Art University’s Atelier Gallery for the ‘highlights’ from their annual spring show, at the Santa Paula Art Museum’s ‘12th Annual Art About Agriculture’ and the CAC virtual exhibit ‘Welcome to California’. Learn more about Gabriel at: ww.gabrielislasart.com |
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
OPAC's Teen Art Program offers well-rounded, in-depth experiences in a variety of artistic mediums for Oxnard teens. Classes will alternate between weekend sessions offered during the school year and Spring/Summer Camps. We'll have classes in drawing and textile arts to painting and printmaking, and everything in between. Classes are FREE and all materials/supplies will be provided at no cost.
The program is currently being offered on a scholarship basis. Fill out the application [link above] to be considered for this class.
OPAC's Teen Art Program offers well-rounded, in-depth experiences in a variety of artistic mediums for Oxnard teens. Classes will alternate between weekend sessions offered during the school year and Spring/Summer Camps. We'll have classes in drawing and textile arts to painting and printmaking, and everything in between. Classes are FREE and all materials/supplies will be provided at no cost.
The program is currently being offered on a scholarship basis. Fill out the application [link above] to be considered for this class.