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DATES

Jan 24, 2026
12:00 pm - 4:30 pm

LOCATION

Newport Visual Arts Center

777 NW Beach Drive, Newport, OR 97365

COST

$85

Adults and Youth 12+ (with adult)

Mandala Drawing & Painting
with Rena Ekmanis
Saturday, January 24
12pm-4:30pm (with half hour lunch break)
Adults and Youth 12+ (w/adult)

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In this class we will explore mandalas and sacred geometry. We will start the class with creating and designing our own mandalas using different tools and some freehand drawing. In the second half of the class we will learn some watercolor techniques to paint our unique and personal mandala drawings. Creating mandalas is a calming and introspective process which encourages mindfulness, focused attention and self-expression.

Deadline to register is January 22

Scholarships may be available. If funds are a barrier to learning, please CLICK HERE to request financial assistance.

To help ensure an enjoyable experience for all, we kindly encourage guests to consider attending fragrance-free in support of those with allergies and sensitivities.



About the instructor:
Rena Ekmanis is a multi-media artist and illustrator living on the majestic Oregon Coast. Her art expresses a love and fascination with the natural wonders of our magnificent earth.  A majority of her work is about the ocean and marine life, especially endangered species. She works in a variety of mediums including acrylics, watercolors, clay, wood and most recently mosaics made with microplastic marine debris.

Newport Visual Arts Center

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