Ocean County Artists Guild

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

Local Event: Tuesday Night Figure Drawing Long Pose

Ocean County

Toms River

New Jersey

Tuesday Night Figure Drawing Long Pose

OCAG Tuesday Night Long Pose
Undraped Figure Drawing Session
7:00 – 9:00 PM
$20 for members
$25 for non members
Adults 18 and...

Schedule January 7,14,21,28 and February 4,11,18,25$160 members$200 non membersDYOT/Instruction is a class for artists who may need help with drawing, composition, color mixing, or technique based upon their particular medium.Students bring their own materials and reference sources, or work from a weekly still life .It is not unusual for each student to be engaged in a very different project from another student. Growth and experimentation are encouraged by coaching a student out of their comfort zone .Above: “Babbling Brook”, in private collection: mixedmedia: watercolor, ink, and soft pastel Contact Carol Colvin , instructor for questions 732-270-9482

Local Event: D.Y.O.T. with Instruction

D.Y.O.T. with Instruction

Schedule January 7,14,21,28 and February 4,11,18,25$160 members$200 non membersDYOT/Instruction is a class for artists who may...

January Wednesday Sessions
January 7th – Cardinals
January 14th – Snow Trees
January 21st – Winter Swans
January 28th – Hot Cocoa Mugs
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!

Local Event: January Children's Classes Wednesday

January Children's Classes Wednesday

January Wednesday Sessions
January 7th – Cardinals
January 14th – Snow Trees
January 21st – Winter Swans
January 28th – Hot...

<h2>Weekly Children’s Art with Miss Jess</h2>
January 8th,15th,22nd and 29th
Class Overview: $125
Thursdays 4:15pm-5:15pm Ages 7-14 This is a 60-minute, instructor-led 4 week art session designed to ignite creativity and exploration across a variety of mediums each month. Projects may include drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, printmaking and craft materials, often combining two or more techniques into a single project.
 Each month’s session introduces new mediums and techniques ensuring fresh experiences for every student. Students learn foundational art concepts like color theory, composition, form, perspective, balance, movement and texture, while gaining confidence, independence and expressive skills. Some programs incorporate lessons on classic and contemporary artists, global art styles, or cultural concepts to inspire our young artists as they create. Student work often extends across multiple sessions to deepen their artistic engagement and skills. Small class sizes enable personalized attention. All sessions include all supplies in the tuition.
Teacher Details
Artist and Fine Arts Educator Jessica Grzyb ( Miss Jess)
A New Jersey certified fine arts educator with over 18 years of teaching experience teaching grades k-12 as well as adult instruction.

Local Event: Weekly Children's Art with Miss Jess January

Weekly Children's Art with Miss Jess January

Weekly Children’s Art with Miss Jess
January  8th,15th,22nd and 29th
Class Overview: $125
Thursdays 4:15pm-5:15pm  Ages 7-14...

Yoga Friday’s! 
$10 for members per session
$15 for non members per session

Local Event: Yoga Friday's

Yoga Friday's

Yoga Friday’s! 
$10 for members per session
$15 for non members per session

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, <a href="mailto:mailto:cesarettikimberly@gmail.com?subject=Art%20Book%20Club">I’m Interested</a> 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, <a href="mailto:cesarettikimberly@gmail.com?subject=September%209th%20Book%20Club&amp;body=I%20have%20a%20question%20about%20the%20book%20club%20on%20september%209th:">Kim Cesaretti</a> if you are interested in attending or have questions. adult &amp; 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)

Local Event: Art Book Club

Art Book Club

Members/non-members: Art Book Club 2025 (Free Event) Date: Second Friday of the month, (dates subject to change. Contact...

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.

Local Event: Sunday Portrait Drawing Workshop

Sunday Portrait Drawing Workshop

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...

This is a 4-week class on Thursdays, November 6, 13, 20 December 4 7-9 pm
This class is being offered to ages 12 and up!
$100 non- members $80.00 members
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. <a href="https://www.ocartistsguild.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Joe-Rogine-supply-list-2023.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joseph Rogine supply list 2024.</a>
If you have any questions, please contact Joseph Rogine at 732-349-6859, or by email at <a href="mailto:info@ocartistsguild.org">info@ocartistsguild.org</a>. (ages 12+, teen, adult, drawing)

Local Event: Drawing with Joseph Rogine

Drawing with Joseph Rogine

This is a 4-week class on Thursdays, November 6, 13, 20 December 4   7-9 pm
This class is being offered to ages 12 and up!
$100...

Yoga at the Guild! 
$40 for members for the month or $10/session. 
$60 for non members for the month or $15/session.

Local Event: Yoga at the Guild!

Yoga at the Guild!

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
Tuesday Mornings
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$180 members
$230 non members
1/6/2026
1/13/2026
1/20/2026
1/27/2026
2/2/2026
2/9/2026
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.

Local Event: Oil Painting:  All Levels

Oil Painting:  All Levels

Oil Painting Class:  All Levels
Tuesday Mornings
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$180 members
$230 non...

January Tuesday Sessions
January 6th – Cardinals
January 13th – Snow Trees
January 20th – Winter Swans
January 27th – Hot Cocoa Mugs
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!

Local Event: January Children's Classes Tuesday

January Children's Classes Tuesday

January Tuesday Sessions
January 6th – Cardinals
January 13th – Snow Trees
January 20th – Winter Swans
January 27th – Hot Cocoa...

1/15
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
ages 9-17
Is your child interested in photography? Come join our newly formed photography group geared towards teens/pre-teens! Each month will have a theme and the opportunity to showcase their photography skills in our monthly member shows. $10.00 suggested donation.

Local Event: Teen Photography Group

Teen Photography Group

1/15
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
ages 9-17
Is your child interested in photography?  Come join our newly formed photography group geared...

Instructor: Leona Lavone
Date: 1/16/2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM with 1/2 lunch break
Price: $40.00
Collage Mandalas: A Workshop in Whimsy &amp; Centering
Step into a circle of creativity and calm. In this joyful mixed-media workshop, we’ll explore the art of mandala-making through collage–layering textures, colors and found imagery into radiant, personal compositions.
Led by artist and instructor Leona, this session invites you to:
Learn the basics of mandala structure and symbolism
Play with paper scraps, nature motifs, and poetic prompts
Create a one-of-a-kind collage mandala that reflects your inner rhythm
Explore themes of balance, transformation, and storytelling through art
No experience needed–just a love of color, curiosity and connection.
All supplies PROVIDED, including curated collage materials
Optional: Bring your own paper treasures, photos or nature finds
Perfect for adults and teens seeking a mindful, expressive art experience
Let your hands wander and your spirit center. Your mandala awaits.

Local Event: Collage Mandalas:  A Workshop in Whimsy & Centering

Collage Mandalas:  A Workshop in Whimsy &...

Instructor:  Leona Lavone
Date:  1/16/2026
Time:  10:00 AM – 2:00 PM with 1/2 lunch break
Price:  $40.00
Collage Mandalas:  A...

Collage Mandalas:  A Workshop in Whimsy & Centering

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

Local Event: Saturday Morning Figure Drawing Short Pose

Saturday Morning Figure Drawing Short Pose

OCAG Saturday Morning Short Pose
Undraped Figure Drawing Session
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$20 for members
$25 for non members
Adults...

Third Sunday of each month 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (Tony Apostolaros 732-237-2041)
The Guild requests a $3 donation to the Guild at each session from each person who attends the session.
We take turns around the circle singing songs and maybe singing or playing along. We sing folk songs, pop songs, and hymns, and sometimes we have an improvised music jam. The only rule is that it’s all acoustic, with no amplifiers or microphones. Everyone is welcome to take a turn in the circle, or just to listen. If you come just to listen, feel free to bring a quiet activity such as sketching or reading. Free <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IAF2bsKx-4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here is a song sampling</a> Every time I come to the song circle it changes my mood. When you don’t feel like going is when you really should do it. – Mary Lutton

Local Event: Song Circle

Song Circle

Third Sunday of each month 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (Tony Apostolaros 732-237-2041)
The Guild requests a $3 donation to the Guild at...

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Tuesday Night Figure Drawing Long Pose

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6

7:00 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

D.Y.O.T. with Instruction

JAN

7

3:30 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

January Children's Classes Wednesday

JAN

7

4:00 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

Weekly Children's Art with Miss Jess January

JAN

8

4:15 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

Yoga Friday's

JAN

9

8:30 AM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

Art Book Club

JAN

9

1:00 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

Sunday Portrait Drawing Workshop

JAN

11

2:00 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

Drawing with Joseph Rogine

JAN

12

1:00 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

Yoga at the Guild!

JAN

13

8:30 AM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

Oil Painting: All Levels

JAN

13

10:00 AM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

January Children's Classes Tuesday

JAN

13

4:00 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

D.Y.O.T. with Instruction

JAN

14

3:30 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

January Children's Classes Wednesday

JAN

14

4:00 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

Weekly Children's Art with Miss Jess January

JAN

15

4:15 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

Teen Photography Group

JAN

15

4:30 PM

Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave, Island Heights, NJ

Collage Mandalas: A Workshop in Whimsy & Centering