Jewelry Making: Precious Metal Clay – Silver: Session A
Feb 15
/ 1 session
Sunday
/ 12–4pm
Member: $85.00
/ Non-Member: $100.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Adult
Jump into the world of jewelry design with silver precious metal clay! In this class you’ll learn to use molding tools and basic forming techniques to create a truly original piece. Once the design is complete, we’ll lay your project in one of our kilns to harden it into a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry!
Please note: This class has been rescheduled due to weather and will now run 12-4pm Sunday, Feb. 15.
Learn the basics of watercolor painting with emphasis on letting the water and materials work for you. Other topics covered include mixing colors on and off the paper, how to paint a wash/glaze, wet on wet technique, dry brush technique, and the of use various materials and tools to make unique paintings. Along with the basics, some experimental techniques will be explored.
Shared art materials will be provided in the studio for most classes. Personal supplies can be purchased at our Art Supply Store, located on the first floor of GoggleWorks.
This beginner-friendly class is perfect for those new to embroidery or looking for a refresher. Well create a small fabric book filled with simple stitches such as running, back, blanket, and chain. Not only will it be cute, it will serve as a great reference for future projects!
Create your own beautiful beaded bracelet using a variety of beading techniques. Together we’ll explore traditional stringing methods, including how to knot between beads, as well as wire-wrapping techniques to connect beads together for a custom design. Feel free to bring your own beads to incorporate your very own style into your finished bracelet. Perfect to wear for a night out on the town, or for a gift for a loved one!
Explore the versatility of wire wrapping! Using copper, sculpting wire, and a wide variety of hand tools, you’ll learn how to create sculptures and pendants with wire wrapping techniques in our jewelry studio.
Discover the vibrant world of stained glass. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this is the perfect way to explore the magic of stained glass on a small scale that’s fun and approachable. Leave with the skills to make a colorful stained glass masterpiece and your very own handcrafted piece of art to display. Closed-toe shoes are required.
When repairing things around your house, have you ever wondered why wood is used for so many things? Have you wanted to build things yourself but are just not sure where to even start? Unlock the potential of woodwork in your day-to-day life, learning how to use its structural strengths, avoid its weaknesses, and just get acquainted with how to make it work for you in this lecture and demonstration.
Winter Medicine Making: Teas and Tinctures: Session B
Feb 21
/ 1 session
Saturday
/ 2–5:30pm
Member: $63.75
/ Non-Member: $75.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Adult
Learn the art of staying well in winter with traditional herbal medicine: tincture making and herbal tea blending. Together, we’ll select and prepare herbs for tincturing and teas. We will learn how to incorporate our handcrafted tinctures into daily wellness and proper usage and storage. This immersive experience in herbal alchemy and time-tested medicine-making is perfect for beginners and herbal enthusiasts alike! 21+ only.
Have you ever wanted to make your own animation short, just like the professionals? Whether it’s kids’ cartoons like SpongeBob or something geared towards adults like The Simpsons, then this class is for you! Using the digital media lab, learn what it takes to make your own independent films from concept, animation, and even the importance of good composition and editing. Learn the software professional artists use to bring their cartoons to life, from industry standards like Adobe Animate CC to free budget software like OpenToonz. Great if you’re a beginner or already exploring the medium. Come draw with us!
Shared art materials will be provided in the studio for most classes. Personal supplies can be purchased at our Art Supply Store, located on the first floor of GoggleWorks.
Make a one-of-a-kind wooden spoon or cooking utensil using traditional hand tools. Learn to orient your piece of wood for strength and efficient carving while using a variety of techniques and grips to remove material. Great for both beginners and experienced artists. A materials fee is due at registration. Closed-toe shoes required.
Have you worked in glassblowing before? Refine your glassblowing skills by developing personal goals while working independently, or with a partner, on a self-directed project. Your instructor will help you problem solve and confront the challenges of intermediate/advanced glass work. Closed-toe shoes, hair tie are required. Please bring your own water bottle!
Have a group of 4 or more? Turn up the heat, gather your family and friends and book an exclusive, hands-on glassblowing workshop with us! Find details here. Minimum of 4 required.
Take your fusing experience to the next level by working thicker pieces and dancing across the line of control and movement. Projects include pot melts, color bars, and on edge assembly with an emphasis on various cold working applications. Prerequisite: Intro to Fusing or equivalent experience.
