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WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Utensils (A)

April 02, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. Students will learn to make spoons & spatulas in all different shapes and sizes! Students will gain experience using the band saw, electric sanders, hand tools and drill press. We will respect marginalized identities, be patient with one […]

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Making Mobiles

April 02, 2025

In the tradition of mobile maker extraordinaire Alexander Calder, you'll learn the basics of crafting a kinetic sculpture. We'll explore balance and positioning hanging items for maximum motion, and you'll use wire, thread, swivel hooks, and a few of your favorite things to make your first mobile.

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Build, Stretch + Paint Your Own Canvas (Ages 15 – 18)

April 02, 2025

Create your own painted canvas from start to finish! We'll learn how to build your own canvas frame with different woodshop tools, then you'll stretch and prime your canvas. After the canvas is built, you'll bring in an object to paint. At the end of class, each person will have a still life painting on […]

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Introduction to Woodworking: Create a Box

April 02, 2025

Learn the ins and outs of the woodshop by creating a wooden box! In this class, you'll learn safety protocol and the basics of milling. We'll explore introductory use of the jointer, planer, table saw, chop saw, and band saw. At the end, you'll sand and finish your final product!

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Introduction to Woodworking: Create a Picture Frame

April 02, 2025

Get introduced to the basics of woodworking as it pertains to picture framing. You'll learn woodworking techniques like measuring and calculating dimensions, cutting and joining molding, reinforcing a miter joint with splines, and basic woodshop safety. We'll also cover the framing process including matting art or floating with spacers, putting together the frame, and installing […]

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Family Studio: Drumroll Please…DIY Musical Instruments

April 02, 2025

Make art side-by-side as a family exploring a new medium each week to create a beautiful project together. Our young creatives will make sweet music with DIY instruments we make in the art studio. We will have fun making and decorating a variety of shakers and drums that can be taken home at the end […]

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Family Studio: Alebrijes: Mexican Folk Art of Magical Creatures

April 02, 2025

Make art side-by-side as a family exploring a new medium each week to create a beautiful project together. Let's create Alebrijes together! Alebrijes are beautifully crafted creatures traditionally made by skilled artisans in Mexico. They can be colorful and fantastical beings or made in the image of a real life special pet that is close […]

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WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Utensils (B)

April 02, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. Students will learn to make spoons & spatulas in all different shapes and sizes! Students will gain experience using the band saw, electric sanders, hand tools and drill press. We will respect marginalized identities, be patient with one […]

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Introduction to Woodworking: Create a Cutting Board

April 02, 2025

Learn the ins and outs of the woodshop by creating a cutting board! In this class, you'll learn safety protocol and the basics of milling. We'll explore introductory use of the jointer, planer, table saw, chop saw, and band saw. At the end, you'll sand and finish your final product!

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Introduction to Woodworking: Create a Spice Rack or Shelf

April 02, 2025

Make a shelf to display your collection of precious spices (or something similar depending on your design). Introduction to both manual and computer drafting, basic joinery and assembly knowledge, decorative chiseling/wood carving, and staining practices.

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3D Modeling + Printing With Nomad Sculpt

April 02, 2025

Learn the fundamentals of Nomad Sculpt and explore your creativity in 3D modeling. Students will learn the interface of Nomad Sculpt on the iPad, complete themed exercises to develop skill and increased proficiency in the program. Students will have free time during the class to work on personal project ideas and get assistance in their […]

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WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Make a Stool

April 02, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. You'll learn to make a simple stool and be able to customize it. Gain experience using the table saw, mitre saw, band saw, jointer and planer. We will respect marginalized identities, be patient with one another, use accessible […]

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ONSITE: WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Make a Cutting Board

February 04, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. You'll learn to make a customizable cutting board using glue ups. Gain experience using the table saw, mitre saw, band saw, jointer and planer. We will respect marginalized identities, be patient with one another, use accessible language and […]

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WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Utensils (A)

February 04, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. Students will learn to make spoons & spatulas in all different shapes and sizes! Students will gain experience using the band saw, electric sanders, hand tools and drill press. We will respect marginalized identities, be patient with one […]

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Introduction to Woodburning

February 04, 2025

Have you ever wanted to learn the art of woodburning? In this class, we will teach you the basics of pyrography – from understanding the different techniques and skills involved to creating your own unique designs. At the end of this course, you'll go home with a wood-burned project of your own design, and a […]

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Cardboard + Paper Mache Sculpture (Ages 9 – 11)

February 04, 2025

Transform all those empty shipping boxes into sculpture with this versatile and approachable artform. We will learn how to create big and small armatures from cardboard, then apply durable and weather resistant paper mache to seal them for years to come. Each student will design their own project, with guided help from the instructor.

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WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Utensils (B)

February 04, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. Students will learn to make spoons & spatulas in all different shapes and sizes! Students will gain experience using the band saw, electric sanders, hand tools and drill press. We will respect marginalized identities, be patient with one […]

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Paper Mache Sculpture (Ages 9-11)

February 04, 2025

We'll be using a variety of papers, flour, and glues to create a few different paper mache textures. Together we'll discuss putting new life into recyclable and reusable items such as paper, bottles, egg cartons and cardboard tubes to create art. Students will leave with sculptures they have made.

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Making Mobiles

February 04, 2025

In the tradition of mobile maker extraordinaire Alexander Calder, you'll learn the basics of crafting a kinetic sculpture. We'll explore balance and positioning hanging items for maximum motion, and you'll use wire, thread, swivel hooks, and a few of your favorite things to make your first mobile.

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Woodworking for the Absolute Beginner

February 04, 2025

This class is the perfect introduction to woodworking concepts and tools. We'll explore basic, core concepts of carpentry will be discussed, and you will get to choose a simple design of your own to build. We will also explore and gain inspiration from woodworking as art by viewing and discussing the presence of visual art […]

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