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Winter Programs
December 2021 - February 2022
Scandinavian Star by Laura Borders
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Contact Info pg 2 Private Groups pg 7 Drawing, Painting & Printmaking
pg 15
Policies pg 3 Our Instructors pg 8 Fiber Arts & Textiles
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Empty Bowls pg 4 Clay pg 10 Course Calendar
pg 20
Facility Rental pg 6 Jewelry, Metals & Glass pg 12 About Us
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Hours of Operation* WaterWorks Art Center @WaterWorksArtCenter
Monday | 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. 1710 Charles Page Blvd., @TulsaParks
Tulsa, OK 74127
Tuesday | 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Visit www.tulsaparks.org for classes
Phone: (918) 596-2440
Wednesday | 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Fax: (918) 596-2442 and programs offered for all of our
Thursday | 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. parks and community centers!
www.cityoftulsa.org/waterworks
Friday | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. www.waterworksartcenter.com
Saturday | 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday | Closed Staff
Anna America | Director | annaamerica@cityoftulsa.org
Omare Jimmerson | Recreation Program Manager | ojimmerson@cityoftulsa.org
Lee Anne Zeigler | Park Manager | lzeigler@cityoftulsa.org
Jenny Bradley | Recreation Coordinator | jbradley@cityoftulsa.org
Hans Fichtenberg | Recreation Coordinator |hfichtenberg@cityoftulsa.org
Trudy Dunn | Custodian | tdunn@cityoftulsa.org
Building Closures
Thursday - Saturday, December 23 - 25 | Christmas Holiday
Friday - Saturday, December 31, 2021 – January 1, 2022 | New Year Holiday
Monday, January 17, 2022 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
*Hours are subject to change based on health and safety assessments in response to the
ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Building will close after the last scheduled activity.
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Policies
Enrollment:
Enroll online for any course at www.tulsaparks.org or in person at WaterWorks Art Center. We encourage you to enroll in
courses early, as they have a limited number of spaces. If a course becomes full we can place those still interested on a
waitlist. Courses are available to persons 16 years of age or older unless otherwise noted. Programs not meeting minimum
enrollment prior to their start date will be cancelled and some programs may have an enrollment deadline that can result in
late enrollment fees.
Cost and Payment:
Advanced registration for classes is required. Payments can be made online or in person, and we accept Visa/Mastercard
credit cards, check, or cash. If paying in cash, exact change is required. Make all checks payable to the City of Tulsa.
Materials or kit fees are paid to instructors on the first day of class. Tuition covers all necessary tools and supplies unless
otherwise noted. A supply list will be provided to students when needed.
A 25% fee will be added to all rental and programming prices for residents living outside City of Tulsa limits, but senior
citizen discounts, scholarships, and non profit rates are available for some programs and services. Speak with a park staff
member for more details.
ID Cards:
All patrons ages 10 and older must obtain a free Tulsa Parks ID card to participate in activities. Membership cards will be
issued upon enrollment if registering in person. If enrolling online, membership cards can be picked up on your first day of
class at the front desk. Check in using your membership card with each visit.
Attendance:
Tuition and fees are for the entire course, regardless of attendance. Students must attend the first day of class or contact
us prior to the class meeting, otherwise they will be unenrolled with no refund or credit issued.
Program Change:
Changes to programs are made based on current enrollment numbers, health and safety concerns or when needed by the
instructor. This can result in a change of day or time of program, as well as location, class size, changes or restrictions in
program content or even cancellation of the program. When a change to a class is made, we will contact all enrolled
participants with information about the change as soon as possible. If a participant no longer wants to attend the changed
class, a refund or in-house credit is available.
Credits & Refunds:
If a student withdraws prior to the class date, a credit or refund will be issued. Credits are useable at any Tulsa Parks
locations. Refunds are issued via check and will be mailed to the recipient.
Health & Safety:
The City of Tulsa’s Park and Recreation Department remains committed to ensuring the health and safety of our staff and
residents during the current COVID-19 pandemic and continues to consult with the Tulsa Health Department and CDC
guidelines.
Please note the following temporary practices and protocols are in place at our center:
Building hours and programs are subject to change in response to health guidance and protocols, including additional
restrictions, rescheduling and/or cancellations.
Online registration is available at www.tulsaparks.org and is the preferred method of enrollment and payment for all
programs and events to reduce your wait time and increase safety.
Tulsa Parks will continue requiring all staff and residents (ages 4 and older) to wear a face covering while inside any of
community or recreation facilities regardless of their vaccination status or activity participating in unless otherwise
notified by Tulsa Parks staff.
Each program will have a unique set of health and safety guidelines for the activity/event.
Additional updates and policies will be communicated by center staff as well as posted online to our website and social
media accounts.
Bullying and Discrimination:
Bullying and discrimination are real and taken seriously by Tulsa Parks and the City of Tulsa. Bullying or discriminatory
behavior by any patron will not be tolerated within our facility or park grounds.
Tulsa Parks Policies & Local Ordinances:
Visit www.cityoftulsa.org/park-rules for a full list of department policies and local ordinances pertaining to Tulsa Parks,
programs and facilities.
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Empty Bowls
Volunteer Workshop
Two Sessions Available: $5 each
WW26507.3 February 5 · Saturday 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
WW26508.3 February 26 · Saturday 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Empty Bowls is the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma's largest annual
fundraiser. Their Hunger Awareness Dinner will be held on May 10, 2022. Each year,
WaterWorks staff, artists and patrons donate their time and skills to make bowls for
this worthy cause. Pre-pandemic, over 800 bowls were created at WaterWorks and
provided to attendees of the Hunger Awareness Dinner.
If you would like to participate this year, please sign up for either volunteer workshop
to learn how to hand build and glaze the bowls. Registration is $5 and open to adults
and children age 7 and up (must be accompanied by adult). All materials and equipment
are provided. Students may keep one of their finished bowls and donate any additional
pieces to the fundraiser through WaterWorks. Finished bowls may be picked up two
weeks after the workshop date attended.
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Birthday Art Parties
Come celebrate birthdays with us! Art-themed parties are available for kids ages 6 and up. Each birthday
party lasts approximately 1.5 hours (45 minutes for the art project and the remaining 45 minutes for
guests to enjoy refreshments brought by the host family). Typical art projects include: acrylic painting on
canvas; watercolor painting on paper; cards with ink stamping; and mixed media collage.
WaterWorks Birthday Parties include:
Use of the large studio space with tables and chairs
Use of art supplies necessary to complete your take-
home project
An art instructor who guides guests through the art
project
1 - 10 children: $100 (minimum)
11 - 20 children: $10/child (maximum 20 children*)
*Covid-19 safety regulations must be followed at all times.
Facility Rental
Are you planning a reception, small corporate function or
party? WaterWorks Art Center is the perfect venue for
your event! Up to 150 guests* can enjoy our beautiful
large studio space with picturesque windows, stage,
adjoining outdoor patio, and views of historic Newblock
Park and the downtown Tulsa skyline. On-site parking and
a kitchenette are available for your event at no extra cost.
*Capacity is limited to 24 people due to safety
regulations regarding Covid-19.
Rental Area Hourly Rate
Contact us for more information and to
check availability of dates. Large Studio
$100
with Stage
Phone: (918) 596-2440
Outdoor East
Email: lzeigler@cityoftulsa.org $60
Patio
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Private Groups
Inspire and energize any group or team with our fun and creative visual art activities. We’ll work with you to
create an event that takes a group of six or more out of their ordinary day-to-day routine and into our space for
an inspiring, creative art activity. Priced per person.
Collaborative Painting Clay Creations
3 Hours · $30 per person 2 Hours · $30 per person
This project requires your group to negotiate Work with soft clay to handbuild a vessel or
colors, shading, and transitioning between images sculpture from scratch. Participants learn
and final details as a team. You’ll end up with one techniques to texture and color their creations as
large image on canvas that is perfect for use in a desired. All projects are bisque-fired, then glazed
meeting room or break area. and ready to pick up at WaterWorks two weeks
after the event.
Metal Stamping All About Cuffs
3 Hours · $45 per person 4 Hours · $55 per person
Design and make your own personalized jewelry Learn the fundamentals of jewelry making —
using stamps and charms. Students learn to stamp sawing, filing, annealing, texturing, and polishing —
letters and symbols on sterling silver and brass while creating a couple of unique, textured cuffs
shapes for a necklace and add beads and charms. to take home! Students use copper and/or Nugold
Make a personalized bracelet by stamping and which is provided.
forming metal over a mandrel to fit your wrist.
Students leave class with both a necklace and a
bracelet. All materials are provided.
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Our Instructors
Laura Borders is a Cherokee Yusuf Etudaiye is a contemporary
artist who has been creating art African artist, born in Nigeria on
all her life and weaving for the west coast of Africa. At the age
more than 25 years. She was of 19, he came to the U.S. to study
taught by Kathy Van Buskirt, and received an Associate of Art
master Cherokee basket degree from Northern Oklahoma
weaver who is recognized by College in Tonkawa, Oklahoma. He
the Cherokee Nation as a later received a Bachelor of Fine
"National Living Treasure." She Art from Oklahoma State
continues to share her University. Etudaiye later
knowledge and expertise in established Etudaiye Pottery
Cherokee art to children and Studio in McAlester, Oklahoma,
adults in her community and looks at art "not just as a
through Artists-In-The-Schools, matter of talent, but rather a
by The Arts and Humanities process of evolution.”
Council of Tulsa, Gilcrease Hans Fichtenberg has always
Museum, Leadership Oklahoma been drawn to creative forms of
and WaterWorks Art Center. expression and enjoys all types
She has also conducted classes of visual art including creating
as a guest artist in Vancouver, pottery, experimenting with faux
British Columbia, Canada. finishes, photography, exploring
Jenny Bradley is a studio architecture and interior design,
jeweler who lives and works in expanding his skills for paper
Tulsa, Oklahoma. Her work is making and various painting
inspired by classic, modern styles. Hans served on the
forms influenced by her WaterWorks Advisory Council
surroundings. Particularly, her for three years before joining the
inspiration is found in nature WaterWorks staff in March of
and in architecture. She loves to 2018. “Working in an
create unique, heirloom quality environment that is filled with
jewelry. Jenny studied jewelry inspired and creative spirits is a
and metalsmithing in privilege and joy to be grateful
Providence, receiving a BFA at for each day.”
the Rhode Island School of
Design. She later went on to Joseph Jenner is a metalsmith who
achieve her Master of Fine Arts creates work that focuses on
at State University of New York process and traditional
at New Paltz. She has worked as metalsmithing techniques. Joseph
a bench worker and jewelry received a BFA in Metalsmithing
designer while teaching metals and Blacksmithing from Southern
courses over the years. Illinois University Carbondale. In
2011, he relocated to Tulsa, and
Tom Conrad holds a Master of spent ten years producing
Fine Arts degree from the ornamental metalwork for
California College of the Arts Wiemann Metalcraft, and currently
and a Bachelor of Art History works as a bench jeweler. He sells
and Master of Art in Painting his work as Wander Rust and
from the University of Tulsa. He frequently exhibits in local and
is an experienced art teacher regional craft fairs.
and has taught printmaking,
color and design, and even Gina Crowder Levesque works
English in Tokyo, Japan. His with natural dye stuffs, weaving,
extensive travel and living rug hooking, spinning and
experience in other cultures traditional penny rug
provide a perspective and construction. She has been
enthusiasm for many art forms. dyeing with natural materials and
Currently, his paintings are researching their history for over
exhibited at Joseph Gierek Fine 20 years. Gina has also both.
Art Gallery. More images of taken and taught many natural
Tom’s work may be seen at dye workshops throughout the
www.tomconradart.com. country.
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Our Instructors
Taylor Painter-Wolfe was born E. Dee Tabor has more than 20
and raised in Tulsa and is a years of experience as a
graduate of Booker T. Chickasaw artist working
Washington High School. She primarily in the realm of
attended The Kansas City Art contemporary jewelry. Most of
Institute where she majored in her coursework has been
fiber art and first developed her technique-driven, seeking out
interest in making and dyeing workshops with jewelry artists
felted wool. She later received a who have become
Master of Special Education from acknowledged experts in many
The University of Washington forms. She sells her work
and now divides her time primarily through galleries (she's
between making and showing a featured artist at the 108
her work and teaching Contemporary gallery, 2016-
elementary school art. Taylor 2021) and two annual juried
makes and dyes her own felt and shows where she placed first for
uses it to create abstract jewelry: Artesian Art Festival
landscapes inspired by aerial and the Southeastern Art Show
photography and satellite images. and Market. Retired after more
than 30 years of teaching, E.
Lori Roll learned about art, color Dee now devotes her full
and composition by observing attention to making art and
nature as a student of photography further exploring the designs
at the University of Tulsa. She has collected in her journals.
worked with jewelry, collage, small
environments, acrylic and oil
painting, and has shown her work Lynn Tedder holds a Bachelor of
at galleries in Arizona, Maine and Fine Arts degree from the
Oklahoma. She became interested University of Texas at Austin.
in the encaustic art form and cold She has been weaving for over
wax medium due to their rich 40 years and studying, teaching,
histories, fluidity and textural and writing about weaving for
possibilities and considers herself a over 20. She has had articles and
perennial student of these projects published in Weaver’s
fascinating mediums. and Handwoven magazines.
From 2000 until 2015, she
Greg Stone is a native Tulsan who served as a technical editor for
explores the interplay of light and Handwoven magazine. She
shadow in his pastel landscape particularly enjoys figuring out
paintings. He’s won top awards what the threads in a weave
both in regional/national structure are doing and then
exhibitions and in plein air painting explaining her discoveries to
competitions. In 2020, his work anyone who stands or sits still
was included in the prestigious long enough to listen.
annual Enduring Brilliance!
exhibition of the Pastel Society of
America (PSA) and the International Lee Anne Zeigler, Executive
Association of Pastel Societies Director of WaterWorks Art
(IAPS) annual juried exhibition, Center, holds a Bachelor of
among many others. He’s a Science in Biological Sciences
Signature Member of the PSA and and Chemistry and a Master of
a member of the Oklahoma Pastel Science in Landscape
Society, Alpha Rho Tau of Tulsa, Architecture and Horticulture.
Southwest Artists and the Red Her passion for science is
Rock Pastel Society of Nevada. equaled by her love of art and
He’s also written for The Globe, a artistic expression. It is in the
publication of IAPS. You can find nurturing environment of this
more of his work on his website: art center that she has enhanced
www.gregstonefineart.com, and on her abilities as a weaver of
Facebook and Instagram at Greg handwoven fabrics and
Stone Fine Art. wearable art.
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Clay Classes
All Clay Students must wear shoes with closed heels and toes
Pottery Wheel 101
Instructor: Yusuf Etudaiye
$130 · Two Classes Available:
WW26500.3 · January 3 – February 28 · Mondays 6 – 8:30 p.m.
WW26501.3 · January 4 – February 22 · Tuesdays 1 – 3:30 p.m.
This eight-session class is designed for anyone interested in learning how
to throw on the pottery wheel. After a comprehensive policies and
procedures lecture, students learn clay-forming techniques and develop
an understanding and appreciation for both the studio process and hand-
craftsmanship including how to center clay on the wheel, make cylinders,
and pull coffee mugs and bowls. Step-by-step instruction provides the
basic how-to information needed to complete one or more glazed
projects. Each student must purchase 25 lbs. of clay ($20); an optional
basic clay toolset is available for $10.
Introduction to Hand Building in Clay
Instructor: Yusuf Etudaiye
$100 · January 5 - February 9 · Wednesdays 1 – 3:30 p.m.
Resident Teaching Artist Yusuf Etudaiye introduces students to hand
building clay practices and equipment in our Clay Studio including the slab
roller and extruders. Students learn basic hand building glazing techniques
and create objects such as jewelry boxes, soap dispensers, and experiment
with free-form sculpting as well. This is the perfect way to “get to know
clay” and all are welcome in this six-session class. Glazes and firings are
included in the tuition. Clay toolsets ($10), brown clay ($20), and off-white
clay ($25) are available for purchase at WaterWorks Art Center and are not
included in the tuition fee for the class. This class is limited to eight (8)
participants. No experience is necessary – all skill levels are welcome.
Class Code: WW26502.3
Pottery Wheel 201
Instructor: Yusuf Etudaiye
$130 · January 5 – February 23 · Wednesdays 6 – 8:30 p.m.
This intermediate-level, eight-session class provides students already
familiar with making functional forms and shapes or have taken Beginning
Pottery Wheel or Pottery Wheel 101 at WaterWorks and wish to expand
their skills. Students explore various styles of bowls and flower vases in
this eight-session class. Brown clay ($20) and off-white clay ($25) are
available for purchase at WaterWorks Art Center and are not included in
the tuition fee for the class. Clay tool sets (optional) are available for $10.
This is the perfect class to continue to expand skills learned in
WaterWorks’ Pottery Wheel 101 or Beginning Pottery Wheel classes.
Class Code: WW26503.3
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All Clay Students must wear shoes with closed heels and toes
Pottery Wheel 301
Instructor: Yusuf Etudaiye
$130 · January 6 – February 24 · Thursdays 6 – 8:30 p.m.
This advanced-level, eight-session class provides students already familiar
with making functional forms such as flower vases and bowls and have
taken Intermediate Pottery Wheel or Pottery Wheel 201. Students
continue to hone their skills by learning to make objects such as a tea
pots, pitchers, lidded vases and plates. Clay tool sets ($10), brown clay
($20), and off-white clay ($25) are available for purchase at WaterWorks
Art Center and are not included in the tuition fee for the class.
Class Code: WW26504.3
One Love Two Hearts Clay Date
Instructor: Yusuf Etudaiye
$75/Couple · January 22 · Saturday 1 – 3 p.m.
WaterWorks Art Center is a unique place to spend some quality time
with that someone special! Learn a new skill, get creative and take home
two handmade ceramic hearts to remember your great experience.
Resident Teaching Artist, Yusuf Etudaiye, provides each couple step-by-
step instruction to make the project and select the glaze that we will
apply after your piece has dried and is bisque-fired. Glaze kiln firing
completes the process and your work of art is ready to pick up on
Valentine’s Day. Wear comfortable clothing or bring an apron/smock. All
materials are provided. No previous experience is necessary – just come
with an enthusiastic attitude and your date!
Class Code: WW26505.3
Clay Date for Kids: Build a Giant Mug!
Instructor: Hans Fichtenberg
$45 · January 15 · Saturday Noon – 4 p.m.
Kids age 7 and up with an attending adult can build a giant mug in this
fun, hands-on clay workshop! Participants use slab-rolled clay and a
cardboard cylinder form to construct the body of the mug and attach a
handle. Then, using stencils, rubber stamps and other tools, personalized
designs are added for a one-of-a-kind glaze-fired mug ready for pickup
one week later at WaterWorks. The workshop fee is based on the
number of mugs created so, simply sign up under one name if one child is
assisted by an adult; if the adult also wants to create a mug as well as
assist the child, sign up under two names. All materials are provided. All
skill levels are welcome – no previous experience is required.
Class Code: WW26506.3
11Jewelry, Metals & Glass Classes
All Jewelry Students must wear shoes with closed heels and toes.
Stone Set Cuff Bracelet
Instructor: Jenny Bradley
$45 · January 15 · Saturday Noon – 4 p.m.
Develop foundational skills for jewelry-making through the creation of a
bezel-set stone cuff. In this beginner-level course, students design and
create bracelets by sawing, piercing and soldering metals. Each student
receives a cabochon stone that is set as the centerpiece of the bracelet. A
kit fee of $40 (payable to the WaterWorks Advisory by check or cash is
accepted) provides materials to practice and make the final cuff bracelet
in sterling silver. Tools are provided and shared. No prior jewelry
experience necessary in this four-session class limited to six (6) students.
All students must wear closed-toe shoes to participate in classes and
open studio sessions held in the Jewelry/Metals Studio.
Class Code: WW26509.3
Kerf, Bend, Cut
Instructor: Joseph Jenner
$40 · January 22 & 29 · Saturday Noon – 4 p.m.
Design and make a unique spinner ring in an afternoon! Students learn
how to size and make wide and narrow ring bands and twist and pattern
wire. The base ring is created in sterling silver and outer rings are made in
silver, copper and Nugold™. Jewelry-making basics such as sawing,
forming, texturing, soldering, polishing and patina are taught and
demonstrated. A kit fee of $20 (payable to the instructor) provides the
necessary materials. This workshop is designed for all skill levels. All
students must wear closed-toe shoes to participate in classes and open
studio sessions held in the Jewelry/Metals Studio.
Class Code: WW26510.3
Spinner Rings!
Instructor: E. Dee Tabor
$40 · February 5 · Saturday Noon – 4 p.m.
Design and make a unique spinner ring in an afternoon! Students learn
how to size and make wide and narrow ring bands and twist and pattern
wire. The base ring is created in sterling silver and outer rings are made in
silver, copper and Nugold™. Jewelry-making basics such as sawing,
forming, texturing, soldering, polishing and patina are taught and
demonstrated. A kit fee of $20 (payable to the instructor) provides the
necessary materials. This workshop is designed for all skill levels. All
students must wear closed-toe shoes to participate in classes and open
studio sessions held in the Jewelry/Metals Studio.
Class Code: WW26511.3
12Drawing, Painting & Printmaking
Waxing Poetic Basics Workshop:
Beginning Cold Wax & Oil Painting
Instructor: Lori Roll
$60 · January 21 · Friday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
This ancient medium using wax with oil pigments is gaining tremendous
popularity in the United States and abroad. Learn the basics using this
malleable medium to create layer, marks and personal artistic expression
in this one-day workshop. Students new to cold oil and wax are
introduced to the medium, materials and tools. The instructor
demonstrates color mixing, applications and techniques. Students bring a
roll of 1" painter's tape and a pad of Arches (or other brand) 9"x12" oil
paper. Wear old clothes or an apron. All skill levels are welcome – no
experience is necessary. This dynamic offering is limited to ten (10)
participants to allow for individual attention and support.
Class Code: WW26512.3
Waxing Poetic Intermediate/Advanced Workshop:
Cold Wax & Oil Painting
Instructor: Lori Roll
$60 · January 28 · Friday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m
If you have already taken a workshop in cold wax and oil painting, this
workshop is for you! You’ve already got the basics and a general
understanding of the endless possibilities of this malleable medium and
you’re ready to explore and expand your repertoire. We refresh ourselves
with the basics, gather inspiration from various sources and then we
paint! Students explore techniques beyond the basics including the use of
pigment sticks, collage and mixed media. The instructor demonstrates
color mixing, applications and technique. Students bring a roll of 1"
painter's tape and a pad of Arches (or other brand) 12” x 16”" oil paper.
Wear old clothes or an apron. This dynamic offering is limited to ten (10)
participants to allow for maximum individual attention and painting time.
Class Code: WW26513.3
Colored Pencil Pet Portraits
Instructor: Lee Anne Zeigler
$50 · February 2 - 16 · Wednesdays 1 – 4 p.m.
Bring your favorite photo of a beloved pet or any animal you like for this
fun, stress-free adventure in capturing that image in colored pencil.
Together, we explore how best to transfer your photo image to
Stonehenge paper and discuss various methods of applying and removing
color. Finishing techniques such as the use of fixatives, matting and framing
will also be discussed. Colored pencil is a wonderfully relaxing medium and
very portable, too. A basic supply list is provided to each enrolled student,
but additional pencils may have to be purchased (or borrowed from the
instructor) based on the photo you choose. No previous experience is
necessary – all skill levels are welcome in this three-session class.
Class Code: WW26514.3
13Drawing, Painting & Printmaking
Collage Compositions Workshop
Instructors: Lori Roll and Lee Anne Zeigler
$50 · February 4 · Friday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Using animal and nature templates, instructors work with students to
create an artful collage. Students bring a 16” x 20” canvas board for
collage and any favorite papers or collage materials. Materials provided
include handmade and commercial printed papers, found items, and
interesting tidbits. All skill levels are welcome – no previous experience
is necessary to create an inspired collage composition. Wear old
clothes to this messy, workshop. Bring a snack, if desired, to enjoy
during the short break.
Class Code: WW26515.3
Painting Snow Scenes in Pastel
Instructor: Greg Stone, PSA
$65 · February 8 - 22 · Tuesdays · 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Winter provides many opportunities to create beautiful landscape
paintings. Warm sunlight illumines banks of snow reflecting many more
colors than we might imagine. Shadows appear in rich shades of blue and
violet and evergreen trees provide warm contrasts to fresh snowfall.
Students learn how to make full use of their pastel palette to represent
the look and feel of winter in this class geared for beginner- and
intermediate-level pastel painters. Many of the lessons may be applied to
other media. Each student brings a good selection of soft pastels (not oil
pastels) with a variety of values, colors and temperatures such as
Richeson 40 Landscape™ or Richeson Handmade 24 Set™, a pack of
UART™ sanded paper (any grit, but in light, not dark, colors), reference
photos of winter scenes and a sketchbook, pencil and eraser.
Class Code: WW26516.3
Composition, Color & Design Workshop
Instructor: Tom Conrad
$65 · February 25 · Friday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Do you need an artistic breakthrough? Are you confused about what to
paint and how to paint it? This workshop is for you! Students learn to
create unique and meaningful art beginning with a great concept. This
workshop covers all the bases: composition, design, unity, diversity,
symbolism, and color. Each student works on a stretched canvas using
acrylic paints and stencils provided by the instructor. Students are
encouraged to wear aprons or old clothes. All materials are included in
this one-day workshop limited to six (6) participants. All skill levels are
welcome – no previous experience is necessary.
Class Code: WW26517.3
14Fiber Arts & Textiles
Traditional Woven Star Workshop
Instructor: Laura Borders
$45 · December 11 · Saturday 11 a.m.– 4 p.m.
Woven from natural reed, students create a traditional 14” three-
dimensional star which may be hung using ribbon, twine, beads or placed
on a table or mounted to a wall. The instructor, Laura Borders, a Cherokee
citizen and artist, guides students step-by-step through the construction
process. No experience is necessary in this introductory workshop. A kit
fee of $25 (payable to the instructor in cash at the beginning of the
workshop) provides everything you need to create a traditional woven
star. Elmer’s Glue-All™ is used in this project, so drying time is required
during a short lunch break. Students may bring a sack lunch or snack and a
beverage to enjoy at that time. No experience is necessary – all skill levels
are welcome in this fun holiday season workshop.
Class Code: WW26518.3
Two-Color Shibori Workshop
Instructor: Gina Crowder Levesque
$40 · December 18 · Saturday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
A “make and take” workshop just in time for the holidays! Shibori is a
Japanese surface design technique in which fabric is stitched or folded to
resist the dye bath. In this one-day workshop, students explore the art of
laying multiple colors to produce stunning effects. Each student takes home
a sample book, a pair of socks and a bandana they have dyed during the
workshop for a kit fee of $20 (payable to the instructor). Additional blank
socks and bandanas may be purchased from the instructor, if desired.
Students should wear old clothes or a dye apron. Rubber gloves (like those
used for house cleaning) are desirable. The instructor will have a limited
number of pairs for workshop use. No previous experience required – all
skill levels are welcome. Workshop is limited to twelve (12) students.
Class Code: WW26519.3
Beginning Cherokee Double-Wall
Basket Weaving Workshop
Instructor: Laura Borders
$45 · January 8 · Saturday 11 a.m.– 4 p.m.
Students create a Cherokee double-wall basket from natural reed with
instruction from Cherokee citizen and artist, Laura Borders. She will
demonstrate the mechanics of weaving a Cherokee basket. Then, each
student creates their own unique basket with the option of using hand-
dyed reeds to incorporate the element of color and design into their
basket. No experience is necessary in this introductory workshop. A kit
fee of $25 (payable to the instructor in cash at the beginning of the
workshop) provides everything you need to create a small basket. No
experience is necessary – all skill levels are welcome. NOTE: This is a wet
process; students should bring a towel from home and perhaps an apron.
Bring a sack lunch and beverage to enjoy during a short lunch break.
Class Code: WW26520.3
15Fiber Arts & Textiles
Winter Weaving Studio
Instructor: Lynn Tedder
$110 · January 24 – February 28 · Mondays 1 – 4 p.m.
Make your next weaving project uniquely your own by adapting a project
from WaterWorks’ extensive collection of weaving patterns or using one
of your own ideas. With instructor assistance, adapt, warp, and then
weave the project to suit your vision on one of WaterWorks’ looms.
Participants must have completed Weaving 201 or be able to read and
interpret weavings drafts, wind a warp and warp a loom back-to-front in
this six-week class limited to eight (8) participants. Instructor approval is
required to enroll. Participants purchase their own yarns for the project
they choose.
Class Code: WW26521.3
Advanced Inkle Weaving Workshop
Instructor: Gina Crowder Levesque
$40 · January 29 · Saturday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Students learn the art of inlaying words in this advanced-level inkle
weaving workshop open to those already familiar with how to warp an
inkle loom and basic inkle weaving techniques. Each student should come
prepared with a name or short phrase to weave into a band. This project
is perfect for gift giving! The instructor provides a loom, shuttle and warp
for each student to use during the workshop. Each student takes home a
finished band and helpful handouts for future inkle weaving. This
workshop is limited to eight (8) students. A kit fee of $15 (payable to the
instructor) covers all workshop materials.
Class Code: WW26522.3
Silk Scarf Dyeing Workshop
Instructor: Taylor Painter-Wolfe
$35 · February 5 · Saturday Noon - 4 p.m.
Dyeing silk is so easy and fun –it’s almost impossible to avoid creating
something beautiful and luxurious! In this one-day workshop, students
explore several different silk dyeing techniques including silk resist
painting, ice dyeing and indigo dyeing. This is a great starting point for
anyone brand new to creating fiber art and a wonderful opportunity to
add new skills for those who already have experience with it. Participants
leave with the knowledge of how to execute future silk dyeing projects on
their own as well as multiple hand-dyed silk scarves – perfect for giving as
a gift or adding a unique piece to one’s own wardrobe. All skill levels are
welcome -- no prior experience is required to enjoy this workshop. A kit
fee of $30 (payable to the instructor) provides all necessary materials.
Students should wear old clothes or dye apron and shoes suitable for a
wet concrete floor. This workshop is limited to ten (10) participants.
Class Code: WW26523.3
16Fiber Arts & Textiles
Introduction to Natural Dyes: Native and Historic
Instructor: Gina Crowder Levesque
$40 · February 12 · Saturday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Learn the art and history of fabric dyeing using lightfast and colorfast
natural dyes. Over 20 historic and native dyes are utilized in this
workshop including indigo, cochineal and Osage orange. Students take
home a notebook of recipes and yarn samples and are encouraged to
bring small samples to drop into the dye pot. Wear old clothes or a dye
apron in this workshop limited to twelve (12) students. A kit fee of $15
(payable to the instructor) covers all workshop materials. No previous
experience is required – all skill levels are welcome.
Class Code: WW26524.3
Hand Papermaking Workshop
Instructors: Tom Conrad and Hans Fichtenberg
$40 · February 19 · Saturday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Handmade paper can be used to make cards, journals, or can be framed
as its own work of art! Come learn the basic techniques of making paper
by hand in this one-day workshop! We set up the pigmented paper pulp
(made in our own Hollander Beater), provide dishpan mould-and-deckle
sets and decorative objects such as dried botanicals and fiber --
everything one needs to create a dozen or more 7” x 9” sheets of paper.
Students work in the large studio room and outdoor classroom and are
encouraged to wear an apron and shoes suitable for standing on a wet
concrete floor. At the end of the workshop, each student loads their
handmade pages into a unique drying box. Students may pick up their
dried handmade paper the following Tuesday at WaterWorks. All skill
levels are welcome – no prior experience is necessary.
Class Code: WW26525.3
17Open Studio Policies
Our facilities are available for use beyond our workshops and classes. Do you need more time to finish up class
projects or dive more deeply into the material? Open Studio time is a great way to build a stronger art practice
and nurture our artist community.
For a daily Open Studio fee, you are welcome to access most work spaces for use of tools and equipment.
Students must have completed a course (excludes one-day workshops) in the medium studio area to ensure
safe use of materials and equipment. Release and waiver forms as well as policy & procedures documents must
be signed by clay and metalsmithing/jewelry students and any other specialty workshops and/or special events
as deemed necessary. Each studio has their own schedule and policies. For more info, please call or visit our
website: WaterWorksArtCenter.com/open-studios.
Due to social distancing guidelines, Open
Open Studio Fees Studios are currently available by appointment
Daily Drop-in $10 only. To reserve your work time, please call us
at (918) 596 - 2440.
6 - Visit Pass $45
10 - Visit Pass $75
DECEMBER
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 3 4
11-4 Woven Star
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
11-4 Shibori
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CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
26 27 28 29 30 31
CLOSED
18JANUARY
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1-3:30 Wheel 101 1-3:30 Handbuilding 11-4 Beg. Basket Wvg.
6-8:30 Wheel 101 6-8:30 Wheel 201 6-8:30 Wheel 201
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
1-3:30 Wheel 101 1-3:30 Handbuilding 1-4 Cuff Bracelet 12-4 Clay Mug
6-8:30 Wheel 101 6-8:30 Wheel 201 6-8:30 Wheel 201
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
CLOSED 11-4 Beg. Cold Wax 12-4 Kerf, Bend, Cut
1-3:30 Wheel 101 1-3:30 Handbuilding 1-4 Cuff Bracelet
1-3 Clay Date
6-8:30 Wheel 201 6-8:30 Wheel 201
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
11-4 Int. Cold Wax 11-4 Inkle Weaving
1-4 Winter Wvg. 1-3:30 Wheel 101 1-3:30 Handbuilding 1-4 Cuff Bracelet
12-4 Kerf, Bend, Cut
6-8:30 Wheel 101 6-8:30 Wheel 201 6-8:30 Wheel 201
30 31
1-4 Winter Wvg. 1-3:30 Wheel 101
6-8:30 Wheel 101
FEBRUARY
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 3 4 5
1-4 Pet Portraits 11-4 Collage 11-1 Empty Bowls
1-3:30 Wheel 101 1-3:30 Handbuilding 1-4 Cuff Bracelet 12-4 Silk Dyeing
6-8:30 Wheel 201 6-8:30 Wheel 201 12-4 Spinner Rings
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
1-4 Pet Portraits 11-4 Natural Dyes
1-4 Winter Wvg. 1-3:30 Wheel 101 1-3:30 Handbuilding
6-8:30 Wheel 101 6-8:30 Pastel Snow 6-8:30 Wheel 201 6-8:30 Wheel 201
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
11-4 Papermaking
1-4 Winter Wvg. 1-3:30 Wheel 101 1-4 Pet Portraits
6-8:30 Wheel 101 6-8:30 Pastel Snow 6-8:30 Wheel 201 6-8:30 Wheel 201
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
11-4 Composition
1-4 Winter Wvg. 1-3:30 Wheel 101
11-1 Empty Bowls
6-8:30 Wheel 101 6-8:30 Pastel Snow 6-8:30 Wheel 201 6-8:30 Wheel 201
27 28
1-4 Winter Wvg.
6-8:30 Wheel 101
19About Us
WaterWorks Art Center (a historically renovated 7,300 square-foot facility just one mile west of the
BOK Center in Downtown Tulsa) brings visual fine arts experiences, hands-on classes, and quality art
exhibits to Tulsa and neighboring communities.
Contact Us At: Find, Follow & Share:
WaterWorks Art Center @WaterWorksArtCenter
1710 Charles Page Blvd., @TulsaParks
Tulsa, OK 74127
Visit www.tulsaparks.org for classes and
Phone: (918) 596-2440 programs offered for all of our parks and
Fax: (918) 596-2442 community centers!
www.cityoftulsa.org/waterworks
www.waterworksartcenter.com
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