Create your own prickly masterpiece with a glass cactus sculpture that adds some character to any room. This fun project is the perfect way to dig into the art of cutting and shaping glass, with no watering needed! Closed-toe shoes are required.
Be introduced to the magic of analog photography! Using a GoggleWorks’ film camera, you’ll learn the fundamentals of shooting, developing, and printing in the darkroom. We’ll cover how to use the camera, process black & white film, and print using enlargers. Please bring your own photo paper (Ilford B&W); all other materials will be provided.
Class will be held in the Darkroom, Studio 233, on the 2nd floor in GoggleWorks.
Bring along a 10×12 photo and, along with your child, create your very own custom wooden frame together. In this family workshop, you and your child will get to carve, route, decorate, wood burn, and paint a custom and personalized frame that you will remember creating together. Mount your picture in the frame with mat board and protective clear acrylic. End up with memories framed by memories. Closed-toe shoes required.Note: An adult must participate in the workshop. The tuition fee covers one individual, and you must register for each adult and child attending.
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.
Join us for a creative night on the wheel and transform a ball of clay into a unique piece of pottery handcrafted by you! Learn the basics of throwing on the wheel while you craft your work, then choose a glaze from our ceramic studio’s selection.
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.
Welding isn’t as intimidating as you might think! Learn the basic principles of MIG welding, a process in which an electric arc forms between a wire electrode and metal, causing them to melt and join together. At the conclusion of the workshop, leave with a miniature metal sculpture.
Flame-resistant clothing, long pants, and heavy closed-toe shoes are required. Class will be held in the Welding Studio, Building 4.
Welding isn’t as intimidating as you might think! Learn the basic principles of MIG welding, a process in which an electric arc forms between a wire electrode and metal, causing them to melt and join together. At the conclusion of the workshop, leave with a miniature metal sculpture.
Flame-resistant clothing, long pants, and heavy closed-toe shoes are required. Class will be held in the Welding Studio, Building 4.
Learn the basic steps of loop in loop chain making and try your hand at making a small segment of chain. Together, we’ll form and bend links into a 2-3 inch chain to be turned into a simple set of dangly earrings. A materials fee is due at registration.
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.
Learn about glassblowing as you create an original beer tumbler. Once cooled, pick up your glass at Saucony Creek Franklin Station Brewpub where the second half of the workshop will conclude with a demonstration and tasting with their brew experts 5pm Saturday, May 16. Ages 21 and over only. Closed-toe shoes, hair tie are required.
Have a group of 4 or more? Turn up the heat, gather your family and friends and book an exclusive, hands-on glassblowing workshop with us! Find details here. Minimum of 4 required.
Join us for a hands-on, one-day workshop exploring the basics of alcohol markers! Perfect for beginners or anyone curious about this vibrant medium, this session will cover essential techniques like blending, layering, and shading. You’ll get to know how alcohol markers work, how to control their unique properties, and how to combine them with other tools to enhance your artwork. By the end of the day, you’ll put your new skills to use by creating a small mixed-media illustration to take home.
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.
Make a beautiful piece of jewelry from start to finish. The first class will explore lapidary: cutting, forming, and polishing raw rock into a shape of your choosing. The second class will cover silversmithing and mounting that stone in a silver frame, essential for adding it to a ring or necklace. This is a truly unique and diverse experience! A materials fee is due at registration.
