Sunday Portrait Drawing Workshop
2026-10-04 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ, 08732, United States
2-4 PM, 22 Chestnut Ave. Island Heights NJ.
Enter at side door on Ocean Ave.
$10 for members, $15 for non members, free for teens.
We do not meet the first Sunday of the month due to regularly scheduled gallery receptions or holidays.

Autumn Magic & Halloween Whimsy Watercolor with Leona Lavone
2026-10-05 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-10-12 09:30 - 12:00
Autumn Magic & Halloween Whimsy Watercolor with Leona Lavone
Moody color, glowing light, and a touch of playful mystery
Monday Mornings – 4 Weeks
October 5, 12, 19, 26
9:30 – 12:00
$80.00 for members/$100.00 for non-members
Bring your regular Watercolor Supplies
Step into the magic of October with a cozy, slightly whimsical series inspired by autumn light and Halloween charm. We’ll explore glowing effects, rich color palettes, and expressive techniques while creating artwork that feels both seasonal and fun.
Week 1: Glowing Pumpkins
Week 2: Autumn Leaves & Movement
Week 3: Haunted (but soft and whimsical)
Week 4: Halloween Whimsy

Drawing with Joseph Rogine
2026-10-05 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-12 13:00 - 15:00
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
This class is being offered to ages 12 and up!
$20.00 for members per class
$25.00 for non members per class
Instructor: Joseph Rogine
These classes are designed for both beginning to advanced students who want to sharpen their skills in drawing. I have taught students for over 25 years who have never picked up a pencil to draw to those who have been quite advanced.
It is an academic course, (academic being defined as that which can be taught). Drawings are created by copying master drawings, simple to complex still-life objects and classical plaster casts. The student usually begins by copying a master drawing that is supplied to them.
All students start out using graphite pencils with grades of 2H HB 2B. The capabilities and limitations of drawing materials and drawing instruments are discussed at length along with their proper handling. Classes are essentially about learning how to see nature and the world as an artist sees it, through the language and medium of drawing.
The student’s eye will gradually become trained and sensitive on how to compose a layout on the page, assessing proportion, elementary perspective, gauge angles, identify shapes, access the degree of curvature of forms, locate hidden movements and linear rhythms, the structure and modeling of form and the study of light and shade. This opens a whole new world towards a visual literacy that was very common in school curricula 100 to 150 years ago.
Depending on a students’ progress and particular interest repeat students are free to experiment with various drawing mediums like charcoal, pastel pencil, pen and ink etc., along with the drawing surfaces applicable to their chosen medium. Joseph Rogine supply list 2024.
If you have any questions, please contact Joseph Rogine at 732-349-6859, or by email at info@ocartistsguild.org. (ages 12+, teen, adult, drawing)

Yoga
2026-10-06 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-10-13 08:30 - 09:30
Yoga at the Guild!
$40 for members for the month or $10/session.
$60 for non members for the month or $15/session.

Oil Painting Class: All Levels with Debra Kurtz
2026-10-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-13 10:00 - 12:00
Tuesday Mornings
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$180 members
$230 non members
10/6
10/13
10/20
10/27
11/3
11/10
Leonardo Da Vinci once said, “The artist sees what others only catch a glimpse of.”
In this class we will be enjoying the process of creating an oil Painting from your photos of a landscape or still-life of your choice while developing and enhancing your oil Painting skills and compositions. Please bring to class a selection of your favorite photos in addition to your canvas and oil painting materials.

Print Group 12:30 - 4:00
2026-10-06 12:30 - 16:00, 2026-10-13 12:30 - 16:00
Members Only: Print (weekly)
Date: Tuesdays, (dates subject to change. Contact Monitor)
Time: 12:30 PM – 4PM; Duration: On Going
Monitor: Leslie Ovechka
Tuesdays, Materials provided at cost. Reduction printing in all forms using water-based ink and hand painting.
$7.00 fee payable to monitor at the time of each class.

October Children's Classes with Miss Alion Tuesday
2026-10-06 16:00 - 17:15
October Tuesday Sessions
October 6 – Turning Leaves
October 13 – Halloween Hoot Owl
October 20 – Pumpkin Faces
October 27 – Candy Rainbow
4:00PM – 5:15PM
$100 members
$125 non-members
Drop in’s welcome
$25/session for members
$35/session for non-members
Each class is a journey into the world of colors and imagination, where young artists are guided to create a new painting every week. These sessions are designed to be fun and educational, helping kids explore different painting techniques, styles and themes. It’s a fantastic way for children to express themselves, develop their artistic skills, and build confidence in their creativity. Plus, they get to take home a unique masterpiece after each class!

Tuesday Night Figure Drawing Long Pose
2026-10-06 19:00 - 21:00
OCAG Tuesday Night Long Pose
Undraped Figure Drawing Session
7:00 – 9:00 PM
$20 for members
$25 for non members
Adults 18 and up are welcome

Textures of Nature Watercolor with Leona Lavone
2026-10-07 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-10-14 09:30 - 12:00
Textures of Nature: Explore layers, surfaces, and organic beauty
September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21
9:30 – 12:00
$120 for members/$150 for non-members
Bring your regular watercolor supplies
Inspired by the natural world, this series focuses on capturing texture, layers, and organic forms in a relaxed, painterly way. From leaves and bark to stones and simple natural elements, you’ll learn how to suggest detail without overworking–creating rich, beautiful surfaces while keeping your work loose and expressive.
Week 1: Leaf Studies (Loose and Layered)
Week 2: Bark and Wood Texture
Week 3: Feathers and Soft Detail
Week 4: Natural Objects (Shells/Stones)
Week 5: Organic Groupings
Week 6: Nature Composition

October Children's Classes with Miss Alison Wednesday
2026-10-07 16:00 - 17:15, 2026-10-14 16:00 - 17:15
October Wednesday Sessions
October 7 – Turning Leaves
October 14 – Halloween Hoot Owl
October 21 – Pumpkin Faces
October 28 – Candy Rainbow
4:00PM – 5:15PM
$100 members
$125 non-members
Drop in’s welcome
$25/session for members
$35/session for non-members
Each class is a journey into the world of colors and imagination, where young artists are guided to create a new painting every week. These sessions are designed to be fun and educational, helping kids explore different painting techniques, styles and themes. It’s a fantastic way for children to express themselves, develop their artistic skills, and build confidence in their creativity. Plus, they get to take home a unique masterpiece after each class!

D.Y.O.T. Group
2026-10-08 10:30 - 16:00, 2026-10-15 10:30 - 16:00
Do Your Own Thing
Thursdays 10:30-4:00
Bring your own supplies and lunch
Members Only
$10.00

Polymer Clay Earrings with Brianna of BeAbove Designs
2026-10-08 18:30 - 20:00
Thursday October 8th
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
$60/person
Come spend this fun night out with Brianna of BeAbove Designs where you will learn how to design and create your very own pair of light weight – hypoallergenic polymer clay earrings! You will learn how to prepare the clay, find your style, and assemble like a pro! You will complete the whole making process in this 1.5 hour workshop and leave feeling confident in your brand new custom handmade earrings! Choose from 50+ shapes and colors to create a pair that’s truly unique to you! Brianna has over 4 years experience teaching this workshop and is ready to help any beginner feel like a pro! Clip on options available!

Art Book Club (Second Friday)
2026-10-09 13:00 - 14:30
Members/non-members: Art Book Club 2025 (Free Event)
Date: Second Friday of the month, (dates subject to change. Contact Moderator)
Time: 5:00 PM- 6:30 PM; Duration: On Going, I’m Interested
Let’s get together and share our favorite art books, media, and other resources related to art making, art history, artists, art marketing, etc. This first meeting we will draft a list of books that we would like to discuss for the rest of the year. (Live in person with option to join the group).
Contact the moderator, Kim Cesaretti if you are interested in attending or have questions. adult & teen. Be sure to list the date you are interested in attending in your email. Mark your Calendars for these 2026 Monthly dates:
1/9, 2/13, 3/13, 4/10, 5/8, 6/12, 7/10, 8/14, 9/11, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11 (dates subject to change)

Halloween Mask Magic with Michelle Dillon
2026-10-09 16:00 - 18:00
Halloween Mask Magic

Min 4, max 10.

Dates: Friday October 2nd, continued on Friday October 9th. 4-6pm.

Price: $60, includes materials

Age: Fifth Grade through Senior in High School

Description: Experience the excitement of using plaster gauze for mask making. Students will gain confidence to make 3-D features to enhance their mask by manipulating the materials. They will have the choice of an animal or a person’s face. On the second class we will finish our masks by decorating with paint. This class will encourage creativity, allowing each student to personalize their mask. Bring a smock and/or wear old clothes. Guaranteed to be a blast!

Gelli Plate D.Y.O.T.
2026-10-10 13:00 - 16:00
Gelli Plate D.Y.O.T.
2nd Saturday of the month
2/14, 3/14, 4/11, 5/9, 6/13, 10/10, 11/14, 12/12
1:00pm – 4:00pm
$7.00 members
$10.00 non-members
Bring your gelli plate materials and imagination. Share tips and tricks with all that attend.
Experiment with marks, stencils, found objects, and color combinations while learning how to embrace happy accidents and unexpected results.
Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this class focuses on process over perfection. Come ready to experiment, get a little messy, and leave with a stack of unique prints and fresh inspiration.

Sunday Portrait Workshop
2026-10-11 14:00 - 16:00

October Children's Classes with Miss Alison Tuesday
2026-10-13 16:00 - 17:15

D.Y.O.T. with Instruction with Carol Colvin
2026-10-14 15:30 - 17:30
D.Y.O.T. with Instruction with Carol Colvin
October 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18, 25, December 2
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Members: $160
Non-members: $200
Hello members,
My new class is starting, and I will continue to set up a still-life, and instruct students with their own projects, but . . .Ever get frustrated with a watercolor you just can’t get right? Been there, done that. Some time ago I did a portrait of a niece in watercolor. Loved the tilt of her head and the flowers in her hair (she was a bridesmaid I think); but at that time I could not achieve the softness of her face in paint. So, I went over the entire work with pastels, which are soft and blend beautifully. Join me in class, beginning April 1, 3:30 – 5:30, for 8 weeks. $160 members, $200 for non-members. I will supply the pastels. Doesn’t have to be a portrait that you want to enhance, could be landscape, still-life or abstract. So much fun to get messy with your materials.
Here is Sarah:

Workshop with Leona Lavone
2026-10-16 10:00 - 14:00
October 16
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
More details to come

Acoustic Concert
2026-10-16 18:30 - 21:00
OCAG 2026 Acoustic Concert Series presents:
Basement Musicians:
Tony Pileggi & Joe Stamboni
Galleries open @ 6:30 pm
Concert performance 7-9
Intermission with refreshments available
Please consider a donation to this non-profit for enjoying the concert.

Saturday Morning Figure Drawing Short Pose
2026-10-17 10:00 - 12:00
OCAG Saturday Morning Short Pose
Undraped Figure Drawing Session
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$20 for members
$25 for non members
Adults 18 and up are welcome

Mastering the Art of Framing with Diane Israel
2026-10-17 12:30 - 14:00
Saturday October 17, 2026
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
$20.00
Tips and Tricks for Framing your Artwork
Join us in a two hour class about the ins and outs of how to best present your art. Diane Israel,
a board member, who for twenty eight years had an art gallery in Montclair, will guide you to
better framing your art.
In this class you will learn
● what glazing to use that will not harm your artwork.
● What mat boards to use for art preservation
● Mat or not to mat, that is the question
● Picking out mat colors for maximum enhancement
● Finding the perfect frame
● Proper hardware for hanging
● Choosing DYI or professional framing
● Maintaining the personality of the artwork
The class will include handouts but is not an interactive event. The class will be followed by a
question and answer period.
Circle the date of Saturday, April 4th from 12:30 to 2PM for your class in framing. A fee of $20
will be charged for the class with partial proceeds going to OCAG.
See you at the Guild!
