Classes are held in the AmeriServ Learning Center


Learning Impressionism with Alan Rauch
in the AmeriServ Learning Center
Thursdays 6-8 PM at the ArtWorks building
or Saturdays from 1-3 PM
6-week session $75
Drop-Ins $15
Join Alan Rauch to learn the skills of Impressionism on Thursday nights. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Supplies are not included. Please bring the following items to class.
- Pack of assorted size bristle brushes
- Pack of 1 inch to 2 inch wide brushes
- Table easel
- 4 canvases (16x20)
- Plastic water container
- Pack of paper plates
- 4 oz tubes of acrylic paint
- 2 shades of red
- 2 shades of blue
- 2 shades of yellow
- 2 shades of green
- Titanium white
- Black
Call 814.535.2020 to register securely over the phone. Payment is due with reservation.




Acrylic Painting Class
with Richard Hower
in the AmeriServ Learning Center
Wednesdays from 6:30 – 9 PM
January 15 – February 19
Class Age Range: Adults
All Levels
Cost: $90 for 6-week session; BW Members $85 for 6-week session
$20 per drop in session; BW Members $15 per drop in session
Discover the joy of acrylic painting on Wednesdays with Richard Hower. Richard’s class is perfect for beginners as well as more experience artists who are seeking to advance their skills and techniques.
You are welcome to work at your own pace given your own skill level and need. You will explore drawing techniques, color composition, color theory and much more! Bring in a picture or let your imagination be your inspiration!
Supplies are not included. Please bring the following items to class:
- Easel
- Canvas
- Water container
- Paper plates
- Acrylic paint
- Blue
- Red
- Yellow
- Black
- White
Call 814.535.2020 to register securely over the phone. Payment is due with reservation. Drop in sessions are also available.


Please note that the Bottle Works engages in photography and recording of programs and events for its own print and online publication/promotional purposes. Staff and volunteers will make every effort to notify members of the public when filming and/or photography is taking place. Please notify a staff member/volunteer if you do not want to be photographed or filmed.