Art is a powerful, visual language for expressing what words often can’t. In this class, we’ll create three small paintings using bold color and intuition to explore and reflect on our emotions. No experience neededโjust come ready to experiment and connect with your inner self.
Learn the fundamentals of stained glass assembly using lead and solder. Gain hands-on experience in design, shaping, foiling, and soldering as you make your own small stained glass panel to take home at the end of class.
Learn the foundational skills of woodturning to create a functional wooden bud vase. 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.
Take your fusing experience to the next level by working thicker pieces and dancing across the line of control and movement. Projects include pot melts, color bars, and on edge assembly with an emphasis on various cold working applications. Prerequisite: Intro to Fusing or equivalent experience.
There are hundreds of documented embroidery stitches, and in this class, we will take the time to explore some of the lesser known stitches. While these stitches are not difficult, some experience with needle and thread is recommended. We will explore the use of non-traditional materials in embroidery and move beyond the basics to embellish items you already have or expertly mend well-loved pieces. We will also look at the work of contemporary embroidery artists and other resources to inspire your work.
Welding isnโt 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 shoe are required.
Welding isnโt 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 shoe are required.
Discover the vibrant world of stained glass. Whether youโre a beginner or an experience artist, this is the perfect way to explore the magic of stained glass on a small scale thatโs fun and approachable. Leave with the skills to make a colorful stained glass masterpiece and your very own handcrafted piece of art to display.
Create a magical character through digital tools while building skills in sketching, coloring, and shading. Perfect for beginners and fantasy lovers alike.
Split over the course of three sessions, learn the basics of shooting film, developing your film, and printing images from your negatives, all with a 35mm film camera. This is a great workshop to get a taste of using film and understanding darkroom basics. A 35mm film camera will be provided. You may be required to bring paper.
Turn your own festive wooden holiday tree on the lathe in this beginner-friendly class. You’ll learn basic woodturning techniques while crafting a unique seasonal decoration. A materials fee is due at registration.
Create a charming wooden snowman while learning the fundamentals of woodturning. This beginner-friendly class guides you through shaping, detailing, and finishing your snowman on the lathe. No prior experience neededโjust bring your holiday spirit! A materials fee is due at registration.