Gain the skills to coil build different objects in clay. Learn about the basic properties of clay and the different stages clay goes through to become ceramics. Students will start by making two small vases, then they'll creative freedom (with limitations) to explore their newly learned skills.
read moreThis dreamy class will meet under the moon to paint anything the moonlight touches. The first half of each class will be painting under the stars, and the second half of class will retreat indoors to finish up our detailed moonscapes. This class is for people who like to work in black and white and […]
read morePlan and print your own stationery project! Through invitations, business cards, greeting cards, and letterheads, students will explore the medium of letterpress and its historical and contemporary uses, through the lens of stationery and graphic design. We will cover the basics of safe typesetting, composing a piece, proofing, letterpress printing, using the flat-bed and proofing […]
read moreCreate something beautiful and useful! Learn to weave several baskets using reed, seagrass, and natural materials.
read moreLearn to design and illustrate monsters. We’ll study mythological beasts, and generate ideas by coming up with our own composite animals. Drawing on ideas from naturalism and botanical illustration, as well as illuminated manuscripts and bestiaries, we’ll imagine and illustrate some monsters of our own!
read moreExplore this exciting direction in the Japanese Kurinuki technique of hollowing and sculpting clay to create a variety of brutalist-style functional and sculptural forms.
read moreLearn what all the buttons on your digital camera actually do. You’ll learn about things like white balance, resolution and megapixels. We’ll discuss how to capture an image, ensure proper exposure and create an effective composition. Weekly assignments coupled with in-class discussions will help you troubleshoot problems and develop a creative eye.
read moreAdobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign are the three most popular programs within the Adobe Creative Suite. When used together, they give you the power to create and manage visual content with amazing results. Learn to create documents for print or digital platforms using Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. We will edit images in Photoshop, design graphic […]
read moreExpand your skills by learning additional throwing techniques and working on complex projects. We'll explore larger-scale pieces, throw platters, make sets, and add hand-built elements to our pieces. This class caters to individual interests, so we'll address specific techniques for your projects. Discussion on reduction firing in the gas kiln and glaze firing to cone […]
read moreExpand your skills by learning additional throwing techniques and working on complex projects. We'll explore larger-scale pieces, throw platters, make sets, and add hand-built elements to our pieces. This class caters to individual interests, so we'll address specific techniques for your projects. Discussion on reduction firing in the gas kiln and glaze firing to cone […]
read moreExplore screenprinting, a process that allows artists to create hand-printed multiples of the same image. Translate your graphic design, photography, or drawings into vibrant, layered compositions. Learn a variety of ways to create screens that can be used to print onto fabric, paper or wood.
read moreThis class is for students who have previously taken a stained glass class at VisArts. In this class the students will learn to incorporate screen printing with powders to enhance their stained glass work. Screen printing allows the stained glass student to add more detail and just have fun with something new!
read moreUnleash your inner comic book artist in our "Drawing Comics in Procreate" class. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, learn character design, storytelling, inking, coloring, and more on your iPad with Procreate. Embark on an exciting journey into the world of comic creation.
read moreIn this acrylic painting class for all levels, you will learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting and discover your own style of painting as you advance through the class. We will learn how to paint in three dimensions, learn about color theory, facial anatomy and how to paint from life. More advanced students will […]
read moreLearn the basics of glass cutting, foiling, soldering and framing in order to embellish your home with stained glass panels, decorative mirrors or handmade lampshades. By the end of the class, beginners will have learned the fundamentals and completed a panel. Returning students will be able to explore more advanced techniques.
read moreLearn to draw the human body with graphite pencils and colorful markers! This class will cover technical approaches to using graphite pencils to draw the human body from a live model, and will incorporate expressive approaches to add shading and color to those drawings using colorful brush markers. This course is great for artists who […]
read moreCast objects from nature in silver and bronze. You will learn how to prepare seed pods, twigs, bark succulents and many other organic objects for the casting process. At the end of the class you will have several cast items.
read moreWhether you're currently working on a literary project or trying to get inspiration, this generative workshop will serve as a gentle and fun way to push yourself creatively. Through prompts, mini-lectures, readings, supportive discussion, group members will work towards realizing their prose visions.
read moreLearn how to create your own mason stain slips and successfully apply to thrown pieces: brushing, slip trailing, mocha ware techniques, sgraffito, stamps and more. We will have time to throw during class, but demos will focus on surface treatment. Intermediate to advanced throwers, please see supply list.
read moreExplore the basics of clay. We’ll cover the proper use of studio tools, equipment and materials. You’ll learn about slab construction, coil building and combined techniques. We’ll also demonstrate wheel throwing and discuss how various clays and glazes respond to each other.
read moreConducting figure studies can improve your representation of the human body, as well as the way it interacts with light. We’ll use various media, including graphite, charcoal, sanguine and conte chalk, as we work through a series of quick-gesture and long-pose drawings. Enjoy demonstrations and discussions about anatomy and drawing techniques.
read moreWelcome to the addictive world of kiln forming! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to hone your skills, this course has got you covered from A to Z. Kiln forming is all about shaping glass through precise temperature control, and we’ll be exploring everything from the basics to advanced techniques exploring color, pattern, and […]
read moreAre you looking for a way to use your fabric scraps from past projects? Let's transform those little pieces into something amazing! Join our hands-on class where we’ll transform your leftover fabric into a unique new garment. You’ll learn tips and tricks for picking and piecing fabrics together as we kick things off with a […]
read moreThis course will explore the basics of coloring clay. We will begin by learning about ceramic stains and oxides, which to use and how to use them. A variety of colored clay techniques starting with Nerikomi (hand building) and Neriagi (hand building and throwing) will be demonstrated We will also cover a thorough variety of […]
read moreLearn the fundamentals of oil painting through exercises including still life. We'll get acquainted with materials, learn how to use them, and get a brief introduction to color theory as it applies to oil paint.
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