Learn to draw a variety of subjects with charcoal. In this class, you will use direct observation (from real life) and photo references (found or taken by you) to create expressive and representational artworks. This course covers a variety of shading and drawing techniques, tips for improving compositions, and ways to take and find good […]
read moreThis is a fun weekend workshop screen printing intensive for all ages and skill levels. It's a perfect class for learning basic printmaking techniques and making holiday gifts for friends and family. Make a set of tote-bags, prints, or t-shirts!
read moreLearn how to draw holiday-inspired flowers and greenery! In this class, you'll use pen and ink with watercolor pencils to create vibrant renderings of plants and flowers.
read moreCreate and carve custom designs to use for holiday cards, gift tags, wrapping paper, and gifts!
read moreHave you ever wanted to drink out of a mug you made? Learn the techniques of coil building to make your own mug.
read moreLearn to make a fun little book full of drawings, stories, and puzzles for friends and loved ones. In this two-day class, we'll each dream up a theme for our zine, then explore that theme through text and images. We'll learn how to assemble our pages to make either a one-of-a-kind object or something that […]
read moreLearn how to make a beautiful wreath using copper and glass—just in time for the holidays. This class includes glass cutting, copper foiling, and soldering leaves and berries to a copper form.
read moreLet's demystify 3D printing! In this hands-on workshop, we'll cover the basics of 3D modeling in Nomad Sculpt, how to set up a 3D printer, and guide you through the entire process from concept to finished product—a custom keychain.
read moreLearn the basics of linocut printmaking! In this class, we'll create custom designs and print greeting cards. You'll learn how to plan and carve a design on your printing block, and we'll experiment with different colors and styles to create a set of unique prints.
read moreBasketry for beginners! Learn how to make pine needle coil baskets, explore sourcing options, and discover various techniques and stitches. This will be a very relaxed vibe—expect to make one small basket!
read moreHave you always wanted to try wheel throwing? Come throw a pot using white stoneware, then fire and finish your pieces using food-safe glazes.
read moreWhat's better than a cute, handmade gift? Learn how to mix colors and manipulate fibers to make your loved one a tiny version of something they love. From bacon, to rainbows, to Moo Deng, to realistic flowers—needle felting is incredibly versatile, so let your imagination run wild!
read moreMake a festive holiday garland with fresh, fragrant greens like holly, boxwood, pine, nandina, and fir to create a beautiful piece of custom decor for your mantle, doorway, or banister. Mini bits of decor for embellishment will make them shine.
read moreJoin us outside for raku pottery firing—an exciting approach to pottery surface design. Participants will glaze their pieces, help load them into the kiln, grab a beer or snack across the street at Goatocado, then return to enjoy the campfire-like atmosphere with friends in the VisArts courtyard.
read moreLearn how to create gorgeous hand-sewn and -beaded ornaments for the holidays. Give your one of a kind creation to a loved one or to hang it up in your own home! We will go over stitching, beading, and appliqué techniques to create the most unique pieces. Join the sewing circle and make some friends!
read moreReframe your narrative around grief to create new holiday traditions and memories. Writing can spark positive memories and meaning around loss. Using short readings and prompts, we’ll move from memory to the page, exploring how loss has reshaped your traditions. This is a generative workshop; we’ll be writing as we go. You’ll leave with helpful […]
read moreGet 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 […]
read moreWith a photo reference of your choice, learn how to reimagine landscapes in glass! By layering powders and frits onto sheet glass, you will create shading, depth, and texture to your scene.
read moreTired of your sweaters not fitting? Or have you been reluctant to start a fitted garment project because you aren't sure how to get a good result? Whether you are a knitter or a crocheter, this class will teach you to use gauge swatches to accurately size your fit-dependent knitting or crochet projects! We will […]
read moreHead over to VisArts' courtyard and join us for some raku pottery firing—an exciting approach to pottery surface design! Participants will glaze their pieces, help load them into the kiln, grab a beer or snack across the street at Goatocado, then return to enjoy the campfire-like atmosphere with friends on our back patio.
read moreAn introduction to stained glass through the copper foil method. Learn to draft patterns, cut and grind glass, and solder your own stained glass suncatcher to keep.
read moreCelebrate the poet Emily Dickinson by reading some of her poems, eating her famous cake, and writing poems of your own. We'll also look at some of Dickinson's manuscripts and letters, and we'll consider how her writing process and life experiences shaped her poetry.
read moreElevate your portrait photography skills through hands-on practice and guidance. Explore advanced techniques in composition, lighting, posing, and storytelling, as well as DSLR camera basics. Learn how to guide and direct models with confidence to capture authenticity. Perfect for beginner photographers seeking to refine their craft and create beautiful portraits they are proud of!
read moreCreate your own custom teaspoons or cocktail spoons! We will explore a variety of techniques such as forging, sawing, stamping, and texturing to make at least one spoon or as many as time allows.
read moreHead over to VisArts' courtyard and join us for some raku pottery firing—an exciting approach to pottery surface design! Participants will glaze their pieces, help load them into the kiln, grab a beer or snack across the street at Goatocado, then return to enjoy the campfire-like atmosphere with friends on our back patio.
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