Learn while creating elegant hair adornments from brass, copper, and sterling silver. Build your metalworking skills as you taper points, shape graceful twists, and form decorative Egyptian coils. You'll use tools like the rolling mill and acetylene torch while practicing key techniques such as forging, soldering, and polishing. Create three unique pieces—two base metal and […]
read moreThis one-session workshop class is for fiction writers (new or long-term) looking to try out the workshop experience, get fresh feedback on their work, and make new connections in the process. Students will submit and read each other's work prior to class.
read moreMolded like a block of clay, they say. In this workshop, you will actually learn to sculpt from a solid block of clay. You can make little guys, your beloved pets, a memory, your favorite chair–anything you wish. Work from reference photos or from memory to bring your sculptures to life. Discover how adding or […]
read moreIn this hands-on workshop, you'll learn to forge sterling silver wire into a graceful reverse-plane design that adds movement and dimension. We'll cover how to drill, shape, and finish your earrings, including making and attaching your own French ear wires. Choose from a variety of finishing techniques to personalize your style. Want to add a […]
read moreWelcome in the holiday season with this introduction to glass fusing workshop! In this class you’ll explore the art of fusing glass while crafting your very own festive ornament to take home the next day. Learn the fundamentals of glass cutting, and design your ornament using glass stringer, frit, and sheet glass. This beginners level […]
read moreLearn how to apply two-dimensional needle felting techniques to make a felted portrait of your pet on fabric. With a printed out image of your pet, we will go through transferring an outline on fabric, filling in large shapes and adding in details with texture and layering. You’ll leave with a finished portrait of your […]
read moreThis class is expertly crafted to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of oils, catering to both beginners and those seeking a deeper exploration of this enduring medium. Over the course of a single day, we will unravel the intricate 500 year old history and scientific foundations of oil painting, simplifying its complexities into a contemporary, pragmatic […]
read moreLearn how to sculpt, add texture, and mix colors with polymer clay in this one-day workshop. Students will learn the basics of polymer clay in a process that can be easily replicated in the home studio. Class time will be used to make our creations and students will bake at home.
read moreIn this class, you will throw two separate parts and learn how to combine them together, creating a tall vase or bottle. This two-part techniquie will help you create a form that may otherwise be out of reach.
read moreLearn how to use a slab roller to create a ceramic dinner plate. Exploring a variety of designs, you'll leave with a plate you'll want to use for every meal!
read moreExplore encaustic painting for the first time or return to expand your skills. You will work with opaque and transparent colors, layering, using stencils and creating patterns using hot wax.
read moreExperiment with fun ways to combine 2D mixed-media techniques on paper, board, or canvas. Learn how to layer drawing, painting and printmaking methods including image transfers, acrylic polymers, stencils, and stamping with found objects to create a set of unique greeting cards or a larger artwork celebrating texture. You are encouraged to bring any scrap […]
read moreLearn how to prepare wax forms for casting. We’ll go over techniques like squaring the wax block, marking out a pattern, carving, smoothing, and truing up the wax, and will cover tips for marking and carving a geometrically perfect wax model. You’ll also learn how to use a wax gun and a wax pen. This […]
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 moreLearn to dye fabric using the ancient Japanese tradition of shibori, otherwise known as tie-dye. You’ll use fiber reactive dyes to add color to white fabric. Your finished fabric will be perfect for quilting, garment sewing and home decorating.
read moreBring color into your metal designs in this weekend intensive designed for metalsmiths ready to expand their work. You’ll learn the fundamentals of firing colorful glass enamels onto copper, transforming your metal designs with vivid hues, intricate patterns, and organic textures. Perfect for students with basic metalsmithing experience, this hands-on class will guide you through […]
read moreAdobe Lightroom is a powerful program that allows you to catalog and enhance your digital photographs. We will cover its most useful features like importing, making collections, fix exposure and color, applying local adjustments, using graduated filters, creating fun presets and converting images to black and white.
read moreWelcome in the holiday season with this introduction to glass fusing workshop! In this class you’ll explore the art of fusing glass while crafting your very own festive ornament to take home the next day. Learn the fundamentals of glass cutting, and design your ornament using glass stringer, frit, and sheet glass. This beginners level […]
read moreGo to Fantastic Thrift and The Clothes Rack for a thrifting experience where you'll learn how to find items to thrift and upcycle into a garment. The first day will go over thrifting in person and end with a plan for a project to upcycle and repurpose based on the thrift store purchases on the […]
read moreThis weekend workshop is a great class for the beginner who would like to learn the most fundamental technique to metal working: high temperature silver soldering. This class is also a great refresh for students who who would like to brush up on their soldering skills.
read moreEtch leather dry metal clay using easily accessible household products. Start with a favorite shape and a simple line drawing to create a unique 3D surface design. Finish with an articulated bail and go home with a wonderful piece of jewelry. Some previous experience with metal clay will be helpful.
read moreExplore a variety of hand building and jewelry making techniques to create unique and stunning pieces of ceramic jewelry. You'll learn how to plan and execute your own designs, from sketching initial ideas to firing the finished pieces. We will use clay and wire to create our final designs.
read moreLearn the basics of marble making using a propane torch and glass rods. Enjoy generous demonstrations, discussions and time to practice as you explore various marble styles.
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 moreBreak free from the restrictions of canvas sizes you buy at the store and learn to make your own! We'll learn how to use the tools needed to build a wooden canvas frame. Once the frame is built, we will go over the proper techniques for stretching a tight canvas. At the end of the […]
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