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. Note: There will be no class Oct. 13.
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 studioโs selection.
Please wear clothes you donโt mind getting dirty.
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Felting is simple, creative, and cathartic work. You will explore basic wet felting techniques in our first session as well as finishing techniques and simple hand stitching in our second session, all while crafting a small wool pouch. Skills learned can easily be applied to future felting projects.
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.
Ring in the holiday season in our hot glass studio by crafting your own ornament or bell. Learn how to gather hot glass from the furnace, add color, and sculpt it into a holiday classic.
Closed-toe shoes, long pants, hair tie are required.
Find other Glassblown Ornament or Bell classes below:
Build confidence in your technical skills in this five-week class covering the fundamentals of drawing. Using a variety of drawing media, you’ll practice using the elements of line, value, shape, form, and texture as we explore gesture drawing, contour lines, negative space, shading, perspective, and still life drawing.
Learn the skills necessary to throw cylinders, cups, bowls, and more in this exciting introduction to the fundamentals of working on a potterโs 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.
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Create your own stylish and functional chip and dip set in this fun, hands-on workshop! You’ll learn basic hand-building techniques to shape into a unique object, perfect for snacking. No experience necessary!
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Learn the basics of woodturning while transforming raw pieces of wood into functional and beautiful turned bowls. Working on wood lathes, you will learn safe and efficient woodturning techniques along with proper turning tool usage. This class is for all levels and designed to develop basic wood turning skills. A materials fee is due at registration.
Closed-toe shoes are required.
Find other upcoming sessions of Intro to Bowl Turning below:
Explore the beauty and versatility of Itajime Shibori, a shape-resist dyeing technique that offers endless possibilities for pattern and design. In this one-day workshop, you’ll use cool-toned Procion dyes to create a series of striking fabric samples and a finished piece ready to wear or gift. No experience neededโjust come ready to work with materials that may stain!
Broaden your wheel throwing techniques and further develop your understanding of the ceramic process. Explore making taller forms, marbling clay, and using slips for surface decorations. Prerequisite: Intro to Wheel Throwing or equivalent experience.
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Learn the fundamentals of creating pottery through pinch pots, coil building, and slab construction. Perfect for newcomers, this class will guide you step-by-step in shaping, constructing, and personalizing your own unique clay pieces.
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.ย