Big A** Clay: The Art of Hand Building Large
Through an exploration of size, scale, and proportion, this class will address techniques in hand building large forms and installations.
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Fused Glass: Make Your Own Pendant Necklace
Make a statement pendant in fused glass using instructor Franchell Brown's woven glass technique. In this class, you will learn to cut sheet glass and stringer to stack glass for a woven look, and basic knotting techniques to hang your pendant from paracord. We'll fire your work in a kiln, create smooth finishes, and prepare […]
read moreEncaustic Painting (B)
Explore 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 moreIntermediate Drawing
If you've taken multiple beginner drawing classes or have experience with drawing in the recent past, this class may be a great opportunity for you to "get back in there!" This class will allow opportunities for you to experiment and recover your mark-making style and apply it to various subject areas with different dry media. This class […]
read moreTraditional Basket Weaving (A)
Create something beautiful and useful! Learn to weave several baskets using reed, seagrass, and natural materials.
read moreTraditional Basket Weaving (B)
Create something beautiful and useful! Learn to weave several baskets using reed, seagrass, and natural materials.
read morePolymer Clay Jewelry
Learn how to mix, sculpt, and cure polymer clay into one-of-a-kind jewelry. We’ll learn to use oven bake clay with cookie cutters, in pasta rollers, mixed with acrylic paint and gold leaf and more to create beautiful effects and textures. In addition to using polymer clay, students will learn the basics of jewelry making to […]
read moreIntermediate Acrylic Painting
Advance your knowledge of acrylic painting by practicing technical applications of paint. Students will develop their own style of painting as they learn advanced techniques. We will learn how to paint in various genres, to paint from life, and to develop a concept from sketch to completion. Students will complete multiple paintings but will finish […]
read moreGuided Studio: Alternative Firings + Surface Design
Learn new techniques to improve your functional and non-functional ceramic forms. Try cone 10 reduction glazes and soda firing. Learn new surface design processes using slips, underglazes, terra sigillata and the spray booth application of both underglazes and overglazes. This class is best for intermediate and advanced students with a solid foundation of the basics […]
read moreExploring Champlevé Enameling
Delve into the fascinating world of Champlevé enameling, a traditional technique where recessed areas of metal are filled with vibrant enamel. In this class, you will learn how to design recessed areas into metal surfaces and apply enamel to create stunning, colorful works of art. At the end of class, you will have one finished […]
read moreThe Big Picture: Creating a Collaborative Mural (this class is only offered twice a year)
In an adventure into the world of collaborative mural making, this hands-on class brings participants together as a community to create a mural that tells a story of identity, memory, and shared vision. This class will guide you through the process of conceptualizing, designing, and painting a large-scale mural. You will learn how to collaborate […]
read moreFlameworking: Marbles + Sculpture (B)
Students will focus on using the torch to create one-of-a kind marbles out of Italian glass. Several designs will be taught and we will discuss how these tools and techniques can also be used to make simple sculptures like ornaments and plant decorations. Students will also learn the science and theories of making glass objects […]
read moreONLINE: Journaling for Artists, Writers + Photographers
This course is designed for anyone interested in the techniques and development of visual journaling. We'll review the contributions of visual diarists such as Dan Eldon and Frida Kahlo. Each session will begin with a short presentation on a visual diarist, technique, or significant artist with follow up time for guidance, feedback, and group discussion.
read moreIntermediate Metal Jewelry (B)
Take your metal jewelry making to the next level. We’ll focus on design execution, stone setting as well as fabricating and soldering with sterling silver. You’ll also advance your polishing skills for finishing pieces.
read moreDrawing Fundamentals (B)
Learn the basic tenets of drawing and composition. We’ll cover line, shape, space and value. Hone your observation skills and use charcoal to translate what you see to paper.
read more3D Avatar Modeling With Blender
Learn how to create your own personalized 3D avatar from scratch. Whether you're interested in gaming, social media, or Vtubing, this course will give you the skills to bring your digital alter ego to life. You'll learn how to use 3D modeling software Blender, design and customize your avatar's appearance, add personality through animations and […]
read moreSlow-Stitched Embellishments
Explore several methods of hand-stitched embellishment for fabric, including embroidery, kantha, sashiko, boro, and visible mending. Reap the benefits of a meditative and calming approach to art-making with fabric. All class materials will be included, but we encourage you to bring in your own items to mend or embellish, too.
read moreDiscover Your Own Drawing Style
This class is designed to encourage you to develop your own personal style in illustration through reflection, drawing exercises, research, and practice. Each class, we will have discussions about contemporary artists, learn about new mediums and techniques, and spend time working on self directed projects. This is a great lab for artists to find community […]
read more2D Character Design + Animation
Create a character in Photoshop and learn to animate it using Photoshop and After Effects .The class will cover the principles of animation, character design, Photoshop animation and compositing techniques with After Effects.
read moreA Little Art As A Treat: Fiber, Clay + Paper Arts Sampler (This class is only offered a few times a year)
Try several kinds of art media while exploring your creativity. Paint a painting one week, then learn how to needle felt. Students use forms and plaster molds to make a tile in clay, then explore paper works by making a small book. Finally, they can fill a book with collages and drawings. Relax and create […]
read moreCreative Nonfiction: Writing About Childhood (This class is only offered once a year!)
Are you looking for a creative way to process your childhood or recount memories? Look no further! This 4-week class will dive into childhood and early adulthood in the form of creative essays or short stories. We will include workshop time so students can receive feedback on their work as well as writing exercises to […]
read moreDrawing Fundamentals (C)
Learn the basic tenets of drawing and composition. We’ll cover line, shape, space and value. Hone your observation skills and use charcoal to translate what you see to paper.
read moreIntermediate Stone Setting (This class is only offered twice a year!)
Students learn to fabricate a basket setting, flush setting irregular shaped stones and hammer setting for thick wall bezels. Students who would like to take this class should have some comfort with soldering and fabricating and is ideal for deepening a student's skillset with stone setting beyond the basics.
read moreIntroduction to Flat Pattern Making for Clothing Construction
This course will cover the fundamental skills of flat-pattern design, the process of using “blocks” or “slopers” to create sewing patterns for apparel design. Students will learn how to take body measurements for pattern making and introduce them to the two methods of dart manipulation. Students will use these methods skirt slopers in order to […]
read moreONLINE: The Tough Stuff: Healing Through Writing
This class is for the conversations that still need to happen. We’ll talk about the barriers that keep us from writing what we need to write. We’ll also examine works by Chanel Miller, Jeannette Walls, and Layli Long Soldier to take lessons from the ways in which they make difficult topics easier to access. Students […]
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