Learn the foundational skills of woodturning to create a functional pen. Gain a comprehensive introduction to the tools, techniques, and safety practices. Perfect for beginners or those looking to expand their woodworking skills! A materials fee is due at registration. Closed-toe shoes are required.
Join us for a creative night with clay! Our ceramic instructor will walk you through the basics of wheel throwing. Create a unique piece of pottery, then choose a glaze from our ceramic studio’s selection.
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Expect a 3 week turnaround time for your finished work. You will be contacted directly when work is ready for pick up.
Working with hollow tubing, you will begin to garner the necessary skills to heat, turn, and blow borosilicate glass. The end goal is a functional form. Wear natural fabrics (cotton not polyester) and tie back long hair while working in the studio.
Savor your time together and join us for a creative night with clay, where you will enjoy beer, wine, and lite fare. During this Maker Date, our ceramic instructor will walk you through the basics of working on the potter’s wheel. Create a unique piece of pottery, then choose a glaze from our ceramic studio’s selection. Tuition fee covers one individual; you must register each person attending. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Expect a 3 week turnaround time for your finished work. You will be contacted directly when work is ready for pick up.
Relish in your creativity and join us in the fusing studio for this Maker Date where you’ll enjoy beer, wine, and lite fare. 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.
Explore the art, aesthetics, and techniques of glassblowing through demonstration and hands-on practice. Class discussions will include historical and contemporary glass movements, basic glass chemistry, and studio application.
Closed-toe shoes, hair tie are required. Please bring your own water bottle!
Learn the fundamentals of designing, cutting, and fusing glass. Each session will explore a different technique, resulting in a functional piece of glass art. By the end of the class, you’ll take home at least five completed works.
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 use of various materials and tools to make unique paintings. Along with the basics, some experimental techniques will be explored.
Jewelry and Metalsmithing Independent Study Group: Session A
Sep 3–Oct 8
/ 6 sessions
Wednesday
/ 10am–2pm
Member: $314.50
/ Non-Member: $370.00
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.
Embark on a woodworking adventure designed for beginners with a passion for craftsmanship. Working on the lathe, you’ll learn essential techniques and create a variety of turned wood projects. Whether you’re dreaming of crafting bowls, pens, or decorative items, this class provides the foundation you need to start your woodturning journey with confidence and enthusiasm. A materials fee is due at registration. Note: There is no class Sept. 17 or Oct. 15.
Using templates and handbuilding techniques, create your own ceramic mug perfect for your favorite beverage. You will learn how to create slabs of clay, following a template, and incorporate textures to the surfaces to make interesting functional object!
Create realistic or expressive paintings of meaningful places—landscapes, homes, and interiors—using water-based media like watercolor and gouache. Develop your skills in composition, color mixing, and capturing atmosphere using water-based media like watercolors and gouache (opaque watercolors). Note: There is no class Sept. 25.
