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Family Studio Program

June 23, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Spoon Carving

June 22, 2019

Explore spoon carving, a wonderful introduction to woodworking that combines both hand and machine work. You’ll learn to use hand tools such as chisels, gouges, rasps and files to hollow and shape. You’ll also use the bandsaw, drill press and sanders. Enjoy your next meal with one of the hand–carved spoons, bowls, cheese boards or […]

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Into the Wild: Rustic Furniture – NEW!

June 22, 2019

Students will design and build their own rustic chair or stool for use either indoors or out. The class begins with an introduction to design and construction methods, tools and shop safety. The following weekend (10/19), the class will coordinate a field trip to the Appomattox State Forest where students will harvest their own renewable […]

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Paper Mâché Sculpture

June 22, 2019

Explore the world of paper-mâché sculpture. You can create a creature, a figure or something more abstract. We’ll cover the basics of creating 3-D forms using armatures and paper mâché paste, but we’ll have plenty of time to explore the flexible and forgiving nature of this medium.

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Concrete Casting: Creating A Small Piece of Furniture

June 22, 2019

Create a small, functional object out of concrete, such as a small bench, stool, side table, or planter. You’ll learn how to properly pour and cast concrete into molds. We’ll also explore different techniques for creating textures and colors on the outer surface of the concrete object.

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Wooden Cover Books

June 22, 2019

Make three unique, blank books and develop skills in both bookbinding and woodworking. We’ll focus on coptic binding as well as wooden and hard covers. Bringing skills and techniques from other mediums is much encouraged in this interdisciplinary bookbinding course.

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Introduction to Woodworking (C)

June 22, 2019

Transform rough-cut lumber into a small, functional stool, box, or side table. You’ll learn to use a table saw, planer, router and a variety of hand tools.

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Introduction to Woodworking B

June 22, 2019

Transform rough-cut lumber into a small, functional stool, box, or side table. You’ll learn to use a table saw, planer, router and a variety of hand tools.

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Introduction to Woodworking (A)

June 22, 2019

Transform rough-cut lumber into a small, functional stool, box, or side table. You’ll learn to use a table saw, planer, router and a variety of hand tools.

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Found Object Sculpture – NEW! (Ages 11–12)

June 18, 2019

Is that an Elvis record in the trash? Discover the materials all around you that can be re-used to make art. We’ll go on neighborhood walks to start a collection of found-objects and transform them into works of art.

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Cardboard Sculpture – NEW! (Ages 9–10)

June 18, 2019

Ever wanted to build a dragon, castle, or your favorite Pokemon out of a versatile and plentiful material like cardboard? Do you like adult supervised hot gluing? Then this is the class for you!

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Break the Rules of Your Medium – NEW!

April 08, 2019

Stuck in a rut? Trying to find a new groove? Through a series of discussion and class-guided creative assignments, we’ll take a critical look at the framework of rules that we as artists create and follow in our work. This class is open to artists working in any medium. Expect to complete creative exercises outside […]

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Family Studio Program

April 08, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Family Studio Program

April 08, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Family Studio Program

April 08, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Family Studio Program

April 08, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Family Studio Program

April 08, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Furniture Finishing and Painting Techniques

April 08, 2019

Transform your furniture from trash to treasure. You’ll learn nine paint techniques including distressing, antiquing and applying metallic finishes. We’ll go over the differences between chalk, milk and latex paint and discuss how to select the best furniture pieces and make minor repairs. You’ll learn to paint and protect your finished product. We’ll practice on […]

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Introduction to Woodworking

April 08, 2019

Transform rough-cut lumber into a small, functional box. You’ll learn to use a table saw, planer, router and a variety of hand tools.

read more

Family Studio Program

April 08, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

read more

Family Studio Program

April 08, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

read more

Family Studio Program

April 08, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

read more

Family Studio Program

April 08, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

read more

Family Studio Program

April 08, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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