Create elegant jewelry dishes. In this class, you will learn how to shape and mold clay into a unique jewelry dish. This hands-on experience will leave you with beautiful, custom pieces to showcase your favorite accessories. Please wear clothes you donāt mind getting dirty.
Class will be held in the Ceramics Auxiliary Classroom 301, on the 3rd floor of GoggleWorks.Ā
Create a cabin boy basket, a versatile basket featuring a wooden base and attached handles for a classic, rustic look. Perfect for holding mail, remotes, magazines, or other everyday essentials, this functional project makes a stylish addition to any side table or living space.
Jewelry and Metalsmithing Independent Study Group: Session B
Nov 18–Dec 23
/ 6 sessions
Wednesdays
/ 10am–2pm
Member: $274.55
/ Non-Member: $323.00
Skill Level: Intermediate
Age: Adult
For experienced jewelry makers who want to advance their skills, share ideas, and develop new proficiencies, this intermediate level class will cover a range of various metalsmithing topics, with a focus on design, fabrication, and stone setting applications. Please bring your own fine metals and gemstones to class.Closed-toe shoes are required.
Design and create a set of sterling silver bangles to be worn individually or stacked together. In this workshop, you’ll learn measuring, forming, soldering, texturing, and finishing techniques while creating multiple bracelets. Experiment with different surface treatments and decorative details to make each bangle uniquely your own. Walk away with the basics of silversmithing and unique jewelry handmade by you!
Learn the basics of woodturning while transforming raw pieces of wood into functional and beautiful turned bowls. Working on wood lathes, you will learn safe and efficient woodturning techniques along with proper turning tool usage. This class is for all levels and designed to develop basic woodturning skills. A materials fee is due at registration. Closed-toe shoes required.
During this beginner-friendly Maker Date, you and a plus one will enjoy a shared charcuterie spread curated by Chef Harley, and your choice of draft beverage from Thorn Alley Kitchen, while designing and creating a personalized set of sterling silver stacking rings. Through hands-on guidance in basic metalsmithing techniques, including measuring, cutting, forming, soldering, and finishing silver wire, you will craft a personalized stack of rings to take home. Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.
Get a taste of the hot glass studio with this Maker Date, where you and your plus one will enjoy a shared charcuterie spread curated by Chef Harley, and your choice of draft beverage from Thorn Alley Kitchen. Get hands-on experience in glassblowing by making a tumbler or stemless wine glass under the guidance of our professional glassblowers. Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.
Have a group of 4 or more?Ā Turn up the heat, gather yourĀ family and friends and book an exclusive, hands-on glassblowing workshop with us! Find detailsĀ here.Ā Minimum of 4 required.
Relish in your creativity and join us in the fusing studio for this Maker Date where you’ll enjoy a shared charcuterie spread curated by Chef Harley, and your choice of draft beverage from Thorn Alley Kitchen. Our instructor will guide you through picking a mold and selecting your color palette to create a unique glass plate, platter, or bowl. Closed-toe shoes are required.Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.
Light up your night with a flameworking Maker Date, enjoying a shared charcuterie spread curated by Chef Harley, and your choice of draft beverage from Thorn Alley Kitchen, while you and your date learn to use torches and tools to melt and sculpt. Discover how gravity and heat work together to create a small glass form. Wear closed-toe shoes, natural fabrics (like cotton), and tie back long hair in the studio.Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.
Experience the excitement of raku in this fiery Maker Date workshop! You’ll glaze two pre-made bud vases, watch a wheel throwing demo, and enjoy a shared charcuterie spread curated by Chef Harley, and your choice of draft beverage from Thorn Alley Kitchen, as we fire your pieces in a raku kiln – pulling them out red-hot for a dramatic finish. This Japanese firing process allows the piece to cool quickly so you can take it home that night. Just bring a friend and get ready for a memorable night with clay, fire, and fun! Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty! Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.
In this painting Maker Date, you and your date will use acrylics to paint sets of wooden cut-out ornaments and then finish them with quick drying varnish. Share a charcuterie spread curated by Chef Harley, and your choice of draft beverage from Thorn Alley Kitchen during the workshop. You’ll each leave with a pair of wooden holiday ornaments you can keep in your home, or gift to another loved one. Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.
Make your own wearable cyanotype! In this Maker Date, you’ll learn how to create a unique cyanotype print on a T-shirt using sunlight, objects, and photo negatives. We’ll explore the basics of this historic photographic process while experimenting with composition, layering, and fabric printing techniques while you and your plus one enjoy a shared charcuterie spread curated by Chef Harley, and your choice of draft beverage from Thorn Alley Kitchen. Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending.
Class will be held in the Darkroom, Studio 233, on the 2nd floor in GoggleWorks.Ā