Make your own fused glass lollipop vase and brighten up your kitchen or coffee table. In this workshop, you’ll learn about the glass fusing process, including glass cutting and safety practices, as our instructor guides you through design options and assembly techniques. Closed-toe shoes required.
Create a blooming nice bowl, a charming round basket perfect for serving rolls, bread, or displaying seasonal treats. Woven on a double-slotted base and embellished with decorative flowers all around, this class combines practical basket-weaving techniques with beautiful floral accents for a truly eye-catching piece.
For the new learner or the experienced learner wanting a refresh, we’ll go over basic application techniques for traditional transparent watercolors and opaque gouache, touching on subjects like mixed media and understanding how to use color as well.
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.
Join us for an immersive weekend workshop to discover the exciting process of sand casting. You’ll learn how to create molds using specialized casting sand and transform molten metal into unique jewelry or small sculptural objects. Along the way, explore mold-making, metal pouring, finishing, and polishing techniques. Leave with completed cast pieces and a solid introduction to this ancient and versatile metalworking process. A materials fee is due at registration.
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!
Drop in on Fridays for our new creative printmaking series with artist Suzanne Fellows and explore a variety of techniques to create your own unique prints. Perfect for both beginners and experienced artists, each session includes a demo, lecture, and hands-on experience with endless possibilities! Classes will be held in Printmaking Studio, 201, on the 2nd floor of GoggleWorks.
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.
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 shoes required.
Learn the foundational skills of woodturning to create a functional pen. Gain a comprehensive introduction to 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 required.
Learn to sew a stylish and functional Japanese cross-back apron. Designed for an intermediate student or confident beginner, this class requires basic sewing skills and will help you build confidence while creating a comfortable, slip-on apron – perfect for cooking, crafting, or gifting! Instructor is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Learn the language of color with a series of exercises, paintings, and drawings using acrylic paint and colored pencils. Why do certain color combinations make you sleepy and others hurt your eyes? How can you tell what colors look good on you? What does it mean when we talk about the relationship of values, saturations, and the warmth or coolness of colors? How can you develop a personal palette to use in your wardrobe, home, or artwork?
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 throw pillow cover handmade by you in this unique two-day workshop! On the first day, we’ll meet in our printmaking studio where you’ll choose from a selection of designs to screen print onto fabric. On the second day, we’ll meet in the fiber arts classroom you’ll learn sewing machine basics to create your own throw pillow cover.