Learn the skills necessary to throw cylinders, cups, bowls, and more in this exciting introduction to the fundamentals of working on a potter’s wheel. You will be guided through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming your pieces. Express your creative voice through basic surface decoration and glazing techniques. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty!
Explore illustrating with colored pencils and paint pens on different toned background paper. Learn different blending techniques and applications of the mediums so you can walk away with a small illustration.
Shared art materials will be provided in the studio for most classes. Personal supplies can be purchased at ourĀ Art Supply Store, located on the first floor of GoggleWorks.
Gain a great introduction to working with borosilicate glass and the torch. Melt and sculpt your very own stunning glass acorn by hand. Wear closed-toe shoes, natural fabrics (like cotton), and tie back long hair in the studio.
Join us along with your kids as we explore sewing. Share a sewing machine and a unique experience as you and your child learn how to craft colorful mismatched throw pillows. Pre-cut fabric patterns will be provided as well as one sewing machine per parent and child. Instructor is bilingual in English and Spanish.Note: An adult must participate in the workshop. The tuition fee covers one individual, and you must register for each adult and child attending.
Have you ever wanted to learn what it takes to make your favorite comics? Whether it’s classic funny strips like Peanuts or Garfield, or bombastic action from Marvel and DC comics, then this is the class for you. Learn what it takes to make expressive comics from conception, character design, and laying out an engaging story. Great for beginners who are excited to bring their stories to life. Please bring a USB to class.
Homeschooling: Glassblown Flower or Paperweight (Ages 8-17)
Oct 20
/ 1 session
Tuesday
/ 10am–12pm
Member: $63.75
/ Non-Member: $75.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Youth and Teen
Learn the basics of glassblowing in this workshop designed just for homeschooled students ages 8-17. Learn the process of blowing and sculpting hot glass, and gain knowledge on the chemistry related to the process and color. Get hands on in the studio as you turn molten glass into a fun item for your home. Please bring your own water bottle!
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.
Take your sewing skills to the next level in this intermediate garment construction class. Learn how to create simple patterns, design your own garments, and turn your ideas into finished pieces. Build confidence in planning, cutting, and sewing clothing that reflects your personal style. You will be asked to purchase your own fabric for projects. Sewing machines and basic tools will be provided in the textiles studio.
Explore the essential techniques for metalsmithing and silver jewelry. We will cut, shape, and join metal with hammer and flame and various other tools. Finish this class with a custom sterling silver pendant and a healthy dose of artistic confidence. Closed-toe shoes are required.
Join us in this hands-on stick welding class and learn the fundamentals of this versatile and popular metal-joining process. Learn proper technique for striking an arc, and how to create clean, structurally sound welds as you work in our heavy metals studio. You’ll gain practical skills to confidently approach projects like repairs, fabrication, and creating metal art.Ā
Flame-resistant clothing, long pants, and heavy closed-toe shoes are required. Class will be held in theĀ Welding Studio, Building 4.
Dive into the art of flameworking in this beginner-friendly beads 101 class! Using a torch and glass rods, you’ll learn how to safely shape, melt, and form your own vibrant glass beads. Wear natural fabrics (cotton not polyester) and tie back long hair while working in the studio.
From cutting and positioning the glass to finish firing processes, learn what it takes to create a unique set of four fused glass coasters. Closed-toe shoesĀ required.