Paper Making
Learn how to recycle scrap and trash paper into beautiful, handmade paper. Students will learn the basics of paper making in a process that can be easily replicated in the home studio.
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Family Studio: Magical Realism Collages
Come make art side-by-side as a family, exploring a new medium each week to create a beautiful project together. In Latin America there is a long and treasured history of magical realism. We blur the lines between what is real and not! Come to this fun workshop as we create collages that dabble in both […]
read moreIntroduction to Bookbinding
Learn the basics of how to make books. Over four weeks we will go over accordion books, long-stitch and short-stitch binding, and how to make a clamshell box to hold your creations.
read moreThe Art of Paper: Butterfly Garden
In this class, we will explore the art of using paper as a primary medium. Using various tools, such as X-ACTO knives and bone folders, we will shape and mold paper to create beautiful floral designs. While this art form can be challenging and intricate, by the end of the class, you will have crafted […]
read moreBeyond Stab Bindings: Exploring Japanese Book Forms
In this class, you'll explore a variety of Japanese bookmaking techniques. We’ll start with a simple traditional stab binding, building on our new skills to make different books with thread and paper. Students will go home with a small library of books and the skills to make more. All levels welcome, though some prior bookmaking […]
read moreTiny Books, Big Charm
Small is beautiful! We’ll make handfuls of tiny books in three styles (accordion, dragon, and wrap-around cover), each under three inches square. Not only are tiny books adorable, working at this reduced scale allows us to work easily and quickly, and to think about how scale changes our experience. No prior bookbinding experience is required. […]
read moreOrigami: Paper Stars, Flowers + More (Ages 6-8)
Origami is the relaxing yet challenging Japanese art of folding paper to create shapes and figures. Students will make a variety of creations using cutting and folding techniques. We’ll paint and decorate paper and make things like fans, flowers and stars.
read moreGet Bored + See What Happens (Ages 6-8)
If you just want to make your own stuff and be equipped with a bunch of supplies to do just that—this is the class for you! If you don’t even know what you want to make, that’s fine, too. The teacher will be there to help get you started with whatever you might be interested […]
read moreZines: Artist + Activist Mini Books (Ages 9-11)
Learn the art of making mini-zines. Zines are small books made by artists, activists, and musicians, among others. We'll discuss the history of zines and then make our own.
read moreCreate Your Own Board Game (Ages 12-14)
Create your very own board game to play with friends and family! We'll share ideas about our favorite games, play some games together, and design our own game boards and pieces. You'll leave this class with your own one-of-a-kind board game, as well as ideas for several different games you can play with it.
read morePaper Puppet Show (Ages 6-8)
Paper puppets are an easy and fun project. Starting with 2D materials such as papers, fabrics, and felt, construct many different people, animals, and objects to create a miniature world! Methods for articulating the paper puppets will be demonstrated. Details will be worked in using additional materials such as paints, inks, markers, and more. Each […]
read moreMake Your Own Life-Sized Paper Doll (Ages 6-8)
Create your own life-sized paper doll and wardrobe using various types of paper and recycled materials. Students will make outfits, accessories, and a cardboard "closet" to display the wardrobe they create.
read moreOrigami: Paper Stars, Flowers + More (Ages 9-11)
Origami is the relaxing yet challenging Japanese art of folding paper to create shapes and figures. Students will make a variety of creations using cutting and folding techniques. We’ll paint and decorate paper and make things like fans, flowers and stars.
read moreBig Paper, Tiny Details (Ages 9-11)
In this class we will work continuously to fill a big piece of paper with tiny details. We will practice drawing and painting techniques on paper with pencils, pens, ink, and watercolor. Each artist will choose a guiding theme to inspire their artmaking. We will exercise patience and persistence leading to the ultimate reward: how […]
read moreCreate Your Own Board Game (Ages 9-11)
Create your very own board game to play with friends and family! We'll share ideas about our favorite games, play some games together, and design our own game boards and pieces. You'll leave this class with your own one-of-a-kind board game, as well as ideas for several different games you can play with it.
read moreShrinky Dink Party!
Get back in touch with your inner child and get wacky with shrinky dinks. Make art in miniature making keychains, mini sculptures, and charms. Create cute designs, get sculptural with glitter glue, and shrink some dinks!
read moreZine Making with Paper Paraphernalia
Do you have a story to tell? A creative idea that needs to get out? Zine making is an accessible way to self-publish. In this course, we’ll be using paper collaging and hand drawn design to create unique printable zines. You’ll leave with the skills to design and print your own zines from home… all […]
read moreFamily Studio: Scrapbooking 101
Make art side-by-side as a family, explore a new medium each week and create a beautiful project together. Bring some of your favorite photos and memorabilia and start the scrapbook you've always dreamed of making! Polaroids available for photos in-the-moment.
read moreTrust Your Gut: Make Your Own Intuition Cards
In this class, you'll create a set of cards containing words and imagery that can assist you when you need help problem solving or a sweet little push of intuition. Sketch, write, and explore a tiny bit of the history of oracles to discover what resonates with you. Then, you'll get down to the fun […]
read moreNew Tricks in Unusual Book Structures
Explore the world of unusual folded book structures that go way beyond the simple accordion. In this class, you will discover multiple techniques to create intriguing books that you can use as sketchbooks, journals, gifts, or portfolios. We’ll delve into the crown binding, the Australian piano hinge, Turkish map folds, hidden flaps, pockets, and other […]
read moreTrust Your Gut: Make Your Own Intuition Cards (Adult 18+)
Create a set of cards containing words and imagery that can assist you when you need a bit of help problem solving or a sweet little push of intuition. Sketch, write, and explore a tiny bit of the history of oracles to discover what resonates with you. Then, we'll get down to the fun of […]
read moreTrash to Treasure: Transform Your Junk Mail Into Beautiful Holiday Cards (Adults and Youth 12+ with a Registered Adult)
Recycle your junk mail and drink containers into holiday cards! We’ll make fresh paper from the junk mail on the first day of class. On the second day, we’ll use Tetra Pak packaging to make and print a dry point etching for the front of our cards.
read moreMake Your Own Animation Toys With Paper (Adults and Youth all ages with a Registered Adult)
In this class, you'll make several animation toys for yourself or for your loved ones: zoetrope, flipbook, magic lantern, traumatrope, and more! These toys can present animation even without a digital screen, and would surely make a cool Christmas gift!
read moreMake Your Own Collaged Greeting Cards (Adults and Youth 5+ with a Registered Adult)
The only thing better than receiving a handwritten card is receiving a handmade card! Join artist Casha Stempniewicz in making your own multimedia cards for your friends and family this holiday season. You'll work with a variety of materials and papers. Unleash your creativity and wow your loved ones this holiday season!
read moreMake Your Own Colorful + Sparkly Gift Wrap Materials (Adults and Youth 5+ with a Registered Adult)
What do you get when you mix rolls of plain colored paper with handmade stamps, paint brushes, collage, metallic paints, repeat patterns and fun? Wrapping paper for days! Let your gifts stand out with truly one-of-a-kind wrapping that is a blast to make and keeps you from having to dash to the store during the […]
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