The Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach is gearing up for an artistic start to 2025 with a diverse array of classes and events for art enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. From glassblowing to watercolor painting, the center offers something for everyone looking to explore their creative side.

Spring Term Registration Now Open

The center's popular Coastal Arts Student Academy (CASA) program is accepting registrations for its spring term, set to begin on January 20, 2025. This semester-long program is designed for students in grades 3-6 and offers three weekly class options:

• Tuesdays: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• Wednesdays: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM or 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Click HERE for more info and to sign up your student.

CASA participants will enjoy a well-rounded artistic experience, including projects in the Hot Shop with glass artists, sessions in the Clay Studio with a full-time potter, and lessons in drawing, painting, and creative thinking in the Art Studio.

Gallery Walks with Marlene Johnt

Art enthusiasts can join Marlene Johnt, author of "A Retired Art Teacher Tells All," for engaging gallery walks on the following dates:

• Thursday, January 16, 2025
• Thursday, February 6, 2025
• Thursday, February 20, 2025

These free, hour-long sessions run from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM and offer insights into various art mediums through fun and informative conversations. Please arrive by 1:45 PM. Registration required using the form HERE.

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Watercolor Workshops

Dianne Murray will be leading several watercolor classes:

• Introduction to Watercolor: A beginner-friendly class covering the fundamentals of watercolor techniques.
• Mastering Watercolors: A four-session master class on Thursdays in January (9, 16, 23, 30) from 1-4 PM, priced at $150.
• Intermediate Watercolor: Four Monday sessions in February (3, 10, 17, 24) from 1-4 PM, also priced at $150.
• Advanced Watercolor: Four Thursday sessions in February (6, 13, 20, 27) from 1-4 PM, priced at $150.

Click HERE for more info and to sign-up.

Specialty Art Classes

• Resin Paint Pour Tray with Jane Lee: January 7, Tuesday, 10 AM - 12 PM, $109.
• Seas the Day with Kristin Pierre: January 10, Friday, 9:30-11:30 AM, $75.
• Oyster Shell Magnolia and 3-Tiered Resin Tray with Jane Lee: January 14, Tuesday, 10 AM - 12 PM, $89.
• Phone Photography with Lon Hodge: Three Thursday sessions (January 16, 23, 30) from 10-11:30 AM, $60.
• Sea Glass Bracelet with Tara Gifford: January 23, Thursday, 10:30 AM - 12 PM, $65.
• Going Bold with Color by Kristin Pierre: January 24, Friday, 9:30-11:30 AM, $75.
• Paint Pour Pair with Jane Lee: February 4, Tuesday, 10 AM - 12 PM, $89.
• From the Inside Out: Discovery Through Writing with Lon Hodge: Four Thursday sessions in February (6, 13, 20, 27) from 10-11:30 AM, $75.

Flameworking Glass: The Basics

For those interested in working with molten glass, the center offers flameworking classes most Fridays year-round from 9 AM to noon. The fee is $110, and classes are limited to six students.

Registration Information

The City of Orange Beach has partnered with ActiveNet to streamline the registration process. Interested participants can create an account on the ActiveNet site to securely register for classes. For assistance with registration or any questions, contact Amoreena at 251-981-4119.

You can click HERE to go to ActiveNet for more info and to sign up. 

With its wide range of offerings, the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach promises an enriching start to 2025 for art lovers and aspiring artists alike. Whether you're looking to refine your skills or try something new, there's an opportunity waiting for you at this vibrant community art center.