Art & Feldenkrais topics being presented at Senior Center

||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER |||

Discover Gentle Flexibility: A Balance Class Inspired by the Feldenkrais Method

Join Andrea Preiss, a seasoned Feldenkrais practitioner and therapeutic eurythmist, for a relaxing movement class at Orcas Senior Center, Tuesdays at 11 a.m.

Emphasizing a seated position, these subtle exercises rooted in the Feldenkrais Method and eurythmy aim to improve your mobility, stability, balance, and vision. Please wear comfortable attire and non-slip shoes.

Session fees are $15 per class ($12 for OSC members). Andrea, a dedicated physical therapist with almost four decades of experience, obtained certification in Germany in 1982.

For inquiries, contact Andrea directly at sound-movement@hotmail.com or 206-383-7705. Explore more about Andrea’s expertise at www.sound-movement.org.

Discover Your Artistic Talent: Watercolors Class for Beginners!

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of watercolor painting Mondays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Robbie Walker, an experienced instructor with years of expertise in drawing and watercolors, will guide you through the techniques she has perfected.

Participants are kindly requested to contribute a nominal fee of $10 per session. Please bring your own basic supplies. For more details regarding required materials and specific class information, feel free to reach out to Robbie directly. You can contact Robbie at 360-376-7714 or via email at robbielouwalker@orcasonline.com.

Pursue your Artistic Side: Art with Carla at Orcas Senior Center!

Unleash your creativity at Art with Carla Fridays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Orcas Senior Center. Led by experienced artist Carla Stanley, this lighthearted class focuses on the creative process with a strong belief in your artistic potential, regardless of skill level. Carla’s lifelong passion for drawing, backed by an Associate of Arts degree in Visual Communications from The Art Institute of Seattle, makes her the perfect guide for a fun and inclusive artistic journey.

With a background in teaching classes at the Funhouse Commons, Orcas Island Parks and Recreation, Poppie’s, and Orcas Island School District and a history of art contest victories, most recently for the San Juan County Luci B Community Wellness Van, Carla brings a wealth of experience. The class is $10 (or $8 for OSC members).

Contact Carla at 360-317-5652 or onlyonorcas@gmail.com to secure your spot. Uncover your artistic potential and join us for creative Fridays at Orcas Senior Center!