Get into the spooky spirit by creating Halloween-themed glass beads using flameworking techniques. Learn to safely use a torch to shape molten glass into festive designs that celebrate the spooky season!
Wear natural fabrics (cotton not polyester) and tie back long hair while working in the studio.
Introduction to Film Photography: Street Photography / Introducción a la Fotografía Analógica: Fotografía de calle
Oct 4
/ 1-Day sessions
Saturday
/ 10am–1pm
Member: $51.00
/ Non-Member: $60.00
Skill Level: Beginner
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Adult
Join this exciting introduction to darkroom photography 1-day workshop highlighting the art of street photography! We’ll journey through the history of photography and learn the intricacies of using an analog camera to achieve the perfect shot. You’ll learn how to create dynamic compositions and develop your own negatives, transforming your captured moments into tangible art. Instructor is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Únete a este apasionante curso de introducción a la fotografía con película que pone de relieve el arte de la fotografía callejera. Viajaremos a través de la historia de la fotografía y aprenderemos los entresijos del uso de una cámara analógica para conseguir la toma perfecta. Aprenderás a crear composiciones dinámicas y a revelar tus propios negativos, transformando tus momentos capturados en arte tangible. La instructora es bilingüe en inglés y español.
Design and handbuild your own ceramic mug using templates and textured clay slabs. Once it’s fired, bring it back and fill it up—join us for a coffee tasting with Reading Coffee Company at 1pm, Saturday, Oct. 18 in GoggleWorks’ Café. Sip fresh brews from your handmade mug!
Get some hands-on experience with glassblowing as you learn how to gather hot glass from the furnace, add color, and sculpt it into a glass pumpkin. Our artists will guide you through the process of making a one-of-a-kind centerpiece for the fall season.
Closed-toe shoes, long pants, hair tie are required.
This workshop will teach the basics of drawing the human figure from a live model. Through several guided drawing exercises, instructor Lee Shannon will introduce methods for drawing a human quickly and accurately.
Note: This class will involve working with a live nude model. Ages 18+ only. Class will run from 6-8pm Monday, Oct. 6.
Using templates and handbuilding techniques, create your own decorative pitcher for your home. Following a template, you will learn how to create slabs of clay and incorporate textures to the surfaces to make an interesting pitcher! Perfect for your favorite cold beverage or fresh flowers.
Explore techniques, color mixing, and composition while creating your own masterpiece with this engaging introduction to acrylic painting. This is a hands-on class perfect for beginners where you’ll be guided through the basics of working with acrylics, enabling you to express your creativity confidently.
Learn the art of Shibori in this hands-on, one-day workshop exploring four traditional techniques: ne-maki, tazuna, te-kumo, and arashi. Using warm-toned Procion dyes, you’ll create a set of unique fabric samples and a finished piece perfect for wearing or gifting—no experience necessary. Come dressed to get creative with materials that may stain!
Learn the basics of woodturning while creating a charming wooden apple. Come with no experience, and gain hands-on introduction to the art of turning wood on a lathe. A materials fee is due at registration.
Starting with a simple square blank of hardwood, learn the fundamentals of woodturning, including the safe use of the lathe, turning gouges, and lathe tools. Leave with a beautiful French rolling pin and basic skills which can be applied to a wide range of future turning projects. Great for both beginners and experienced artists. A materials fee is due at registration.
GoggleWorks’ 11th annual Pumpkin Palooza is an admission free family-friendly event for all ages. Enjoy the fall weather, games, kids’ activities, arts and crafts, and create lasting memories with loved ones this fall. Shop our selection of hundreds of handmade glass pumpkins – or make your own fall themed wreath from materials and fabrics at GoggleWorks!
You’re welcome to bring any materials and pieces from home that you want to incorporate into your wreath!
GoggleWorks’ 11th annual Pumpkin Palooza is an admission free family-friendly event for all ages. Enjoy the fall weather, games, kids’ activities, arts and crafts, and create lasting memories with loved ones this fall. Shop our selection of hundreds of handmade glass pumpkins – or make your own in our Glassblowing Studio with assistance from our professional artists.
Wear natural fabrics (cotton not polyester) and tie back long hair while working in the studio. Completed work will be ready within 1-2 weeks following the event. You will receive an email when your work is ready for pick up.
