The ACA metalsmith studio is a state of the art facility with natural gas & oxygen torches, rolling mill & numerous texture plates, buffers, large overhead shears, pickle pots, flex shafts & lathe with abundant attachments, hydraulic press with a full complement of bending & cutting accessories, and a full assortment of hand equipment. 

4 hour pass for $20.00, You may purchase additional hours as needed. 

There is a monitor in attendance but no actual scheduled teaching. Participants can use tools with which they are competent and comfortable. All safety precautions are to be followed and are posted. 

Daytime, evening and weekend hours by appt by texting director (phone number will be sent in follow up email) 

Ages 18+

Looking forward to great times together making wearable art!

Monday October 19th and Wednesday October 21st * 6:00pm - 9:00pm 

In this class you will learn how to weave a gathering basket from raw reed and seagrass.

Ages 13+

5 Mondays: October 19th & 26th and November 2nd, 9th & 16th

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Getting creative requires an artist to experiment, or play.  Whether you took the Mixed Media class last year or are new to it this one will offer some new approaches to playing with media. Throughout the series we will work with representational, abstract and non-representational subject matter. Explorations will be in printmaking (including reduction printing), water-based media, traditional and non-traditional drawing materials and encaustics (pigmented bees wax)

Most supplies will be included but on the first night of class we will discuss other items that you can bring in for the following sessions. 

Please note the youth studio is located in a historic building with stairs. 

2 Tuesdays: October 20th and 27th * 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Create a ring, bracelet or pendant with a family heirloom or choose from our cache of beautiful gold and silver plated flatware. Free open studio time per appointment.

Ages 13+

Thursday October 22nd * 1:00pm to 4:00pm 

In this glass you will learn the art of glass blowing and create your own unique glass pumpkin.

IMPORTANT: Please wear long pants and closed toe shoes.

Thursday October 22 *  7:00pm - 9:00pm

Join us for a fun evening learning the art of block printing with local artist, Rachel Lambes. Rachel will lead us through the entire printmaking process including preparing, carving, and printing your own custom design. We will be carving linoleum blocks to print personalized tea towels, zipper pouches, or reusable shopping totes.

All required materials are included in the class tuition. Additional materials will be available to purchase during the workshop if you want to create multiple projects, but are completely optional. Feel free to bring your own materials (shirts, towels, totes, etc.) to print on if you wish. No experience is necessary to participate in this workshop.

Rachel Lambes, the artist behind Thistlefield LLC, is a native of Northwest Ohio, currently residing near Wauseon with her family. She holds a Master’s of Education and works as a professional artist and paralegal. Rachel serves on the gallery committee for the Adrian Center for the Arts.

Ages 12+

Please note the print studio is in a historic building with stairs.

Come paint with us! We'll be painting outdoors together to capture real-time natural light and landscapes. All skill levels are welcome to attend. Please note, this is a self-guided group session with no formal instruction. Bring your own materials.

ACA members are free. Community members are $10

Riverside Park — 321 S. McKenzie St., Adrian — Meet at the first parking lot off of McKenzie St. 

Please arrive at 8:30 am to be ready to paint at 9 am. 

Saturday October 24th * 10:00am - 11:30am

Create your own suncatchers (1.5" x 3.5") or simple tiles (up to 3" x 3") with the colors of this beautiful season. All tools and glass provided.

No experience necessary.

Students can expect to make several small pieces.