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. Turnaround time for ceramics can be a few weeks. Once the pieces are ready for pick up, you’ll receive an email from our Programs team letting you know.
Stylize your own tote! Choose from a collection of designs provided by GoggleWorks, and mix your preferred ink color to print your own tote bag. We will lead you through the screen printing and heat setting process to create a unique work of art you can take home and enjoy.
Age: Youth and Teen, Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+)
This summer, teens can dive deep into their creativity in camps at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, featuring specialized focuses on ceramics, 3D art, and 2D art. Give your teen the opportunity to experience art on a deeper level in these week-long intensives. Choose from any of our focus weeks or let them experience the full spectrum of art and join us for all four weeks!
Questions? Email Paola Mateo at pmateo@goggleworks.org
Camps run in one-week sessions, Monday through Friday, from 9am to 4pm. All camps take place on-site at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts. Lunch will be provided for campers. Campers are also welcome to bring a packed lunch, if preferred. Parents/guardians are responsible for drop-off and pick-up. Waiver forms must be completed and submitted to programs@goggleworks.org at least one week before the camp start date. Summer Camp Release(s) and Waiver
Register more than 1 teen and get a discount on their summer camps by using this code multiteencamp
Age: Youth and Teen, Teen Friendly (14+), Teen Friendly (16+)
Exploring Shibori: Simple Stitches in Cool Colors
Jul 13
/ 1 session
Monday
/ 1–5pm
Member: $127.50
/ Non-Member: $150.00
Skill Level: All Levels
Age: Teen Friendly (14+), Adult
In this session, you will learn about Procion dyes in cool colors, and create a series of stitched samples to create patterns that echo the beauty of nature. We will explore mokume, ori-nui and variations, and karamatsu shibori. If you joined us for session A, those samples can be brought back to be overdyed. Despite the stunning detail of these patterns, each relies on the simplest of stitches, so no previous needlework experience is required. You’ll leave with a collection of samples as well as one finished piece suitable for wearing or gifting. We will discuss how these pieces can be used as the basis for other projects.
In this two-day workshop, you will explore the art of sashiko and boro stitching and learn these traditional Japanese techniques to create beautiful, functional coasters. From basic stitches to mindful patchwork, you’ll leave with two sashiko pieces and two boro pieces.
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 our Art Supply Store, located on the first floor of GoggleWorks.
Create your own prickly masterpiece with a glass cactus sculpture that adds some character to any room – no watering needed! This fun project is the perfect way to dig into the art of cutting and shaping glass. Closed-toe shoes are required.
Unleash your creativity in this beginner-friendly collage class! Explore the art of combining images, textures, and colors to create unique, layered compositions. You’ll learn techniques for cutting, arranging, and adhering materials while expressing your personal style. Perfect for anyone looking to tap into their creative side – no experience needed! All materials are provided, but feel free to bring along magazines, found materials, and photographs.
Create a charming rectangular bread basket, perfect for serving bread or rolls at your table. You will weave with flat reed, incorporate plenty of dyed reed for visual interest, and add shaker tape handles to complete the design.
This beginner-friendly class is a great introduction to watercolor painting in a relaxed and creative way. You’ll learn basic techniques such as brush control, color mixing, layering, and simple washes while experimenting with watercolor paints and paper. The focus is on exploration, confidence, and having fun with the medium. No prior painting experience required. Perfect for anyone curious about watercolor or looking to loosen up and enjoy the process.
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.
Discover the simplicity and complexity of itajime shibori, with its limitless possibilities for creativity and pattern. You will learn how to create and use an indigo bath, leaving with a collection of samples as well as one finished piece suitable for wearing or gifting. We will discuss how the samples can be used as the basis for other projects. If you participated in session A or B, bring your samples and see how overdyeing with indigo creates further laying and depth. No previous experience needed! Be dressed to work with materials that can stain.
Discover the vibrant world of stained glass. Whether you’re a beginner or an experience 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.