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An Eco-Conscious Approach to Hand Building Clay: Paper Clay + Wild Clay

February 09, 2025

Learn to create small, sculptural hand-built objects with a focus on form, process and sustainability. We will work with paperclay and wild clay. Explore and investigate basic coil, pinch and slab making techniques with these two different clay bodies. Learn where clay comes from, and how to use it sustainably and economically.

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ONLINE: 3D Avatar Modeling With Blender

February 04, 2025

Learn how to create your own personalized 3D avatar from scratch. Whether you're interested in gaming, social media, or Vtubing, this course will give you the skills to bring your digital alter ego to life. You'll learn how to use 3D modeling software Blender, design and customize your avatar's appearance, add personality through animations and […]

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Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator + InDesign for Beginners

February 04, 2025

Adobe 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 […]

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Intermediate Stained Glass (B)

February 04, 2025

This class is designed for the intermediate stained glass student. Finish a project you are working on or start a new one. We can explore new techniques that will take your project to the next level.

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Drawing Comics in Procreate

February 04, 2025

Unleash 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.

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Learn to Knit

February 04, 2025

Learn the ancient craft of knitting! You will learn to cast on, knit, purl and cast off to make a beginners project. We'll also cover pattern reading, abbreviations, yarn and needle selection.

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Introduction to the Wheel (A)

February 04, 2025

Learn to throw clay on a potter’s wheel. We’ll cover the foundations of wheel work, including wedging and centering clay and forming cylinders, cups and bowls. Basic glazing information will help you finish your final forms.

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ONSITE: WTF (Woman, Trans, Femme) Woodworking: Make a Cutting Board

February 04, 2025

This class is a safe space for women, trans, and femme folks to learn introductory woodworking techniques. You'll learn to make a customizable cutting board using glue ups. Gain experience using the table saw, mitre saw, band saw, jointer and planer. We will respect marginalized identities, be patient with one another, use accessible language and […]

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Intermediate Metal Jewelry (A)

February 04, 2025

Take your metal jewelry making to the next level. We’ll focus on design execution, stone setting as well as fabricating and soldering with sterling silver. You’ll also advance your polishing skills for finishing pieces.

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Intermediate Pencil Drawing

February 04, 2025

In this intermediate drawing class centered on pencil work, students will learn the intricacies of capturing proportion and mastering composition. They will discover the nuanced art of using pencils to create harmonious and visually compelling pieces of art. Through individualized feedback and guidance, students will learn how to effectively balance proportion and composition to create […]

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Introduction to Black + White Darkroom Photography (A)

February 04, 2025

Learn to take black and white photographs using 35mm film, process the film, and print photographs in a darkroom. Enjoy lots of technical guidance and aesthetic feedback, whether you’re just getting started or expanding your portfolio and skill set.

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Poetry Workshop: Revising and Honing your Poetic Vision

February 04, 2025

This class focuses on basic tips for revising poetry, giving and receiving constructive poetic feedback, and how to further revise a poem after a group workshop. First, we'll get inspired by topics or prompts discussed in class and revise poems you have been working on to get them workshop-ready. Then, workshop your poem among peers […]

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Comics + Sequential Storytelling

February 04, 2025

Become fluent in one of the most popular forms of communication today: Comics! We will cover not only how to make comics, but also the 'why' behind them. Why do we structure panels in certain ways? Why do certain formats support our intended message? Why are there comic "rules," and how can we break them? […]

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Introduction to Stained Glass (C)

February 04, 2025

Students will learn the fundamentals of building a stained glass panel or 3D object from start to finish. Lessons will encompass pattern design, glass scoring/breaking, grinding, foiling, soldering, framing, and applying various patinas. Each student will have made at least one piece they can bring home and immediately display at the end of the class.

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Introduction to Digital Photography (C)

February 04, 2025

Learn 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.

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Stitched Shibori With Indigo

February 04, 2025

Stitching and Indigo make a magical combination. Students learn a variety of stitched resist dye techniques to produce samples on a variety of fabric types and work on elaborate combinations to make uniquely patterned fabrics suitable for quilting, home decorating and garments.

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Letterpress: Monoprinting With Foliage

February 04, 2025

Break the rules and print outside the box! Discover the unique art of printing with natural materials like flowers and leaves using traditional letterpress techniques. In this class, you’ll explore monotype-style printmaking, learning how to safely press and print with real foliage to create one-of-a-kind designs. Experiment with the textures, shapes, and colors of leaves […]

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Writing is Magic: A Creative Exploration

February 04, 2025

Whether 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.

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Storytelling for the Screen

February 04, 2025

Dive into screenwriting in this seven-week class exploring on the core elements of storytelling: character, conflict, and climax. This class breaks down the essentials of a compelling script, exploring how to craft memorable characters, create dynamic conflict, and build tension to a powerful climax. You'll have the chance to develop your ideas from concept to […]

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Chain Making: Expand Your Jewelry + Design Skills

February 04, 2025

Learn to make cable, loop-in-loop, and woven chains. Using the skills mastered you will make your own unique chain designs. We will work in copper and Silver. Leave class with lots of samples and as many finished chains you can make!

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Lost-Wax Metal Casting

February 04, 2025

Learn to cast metal using the lost-wax technique to cast work in bronze and silver. By creating jewelry models of your own design, you’ll learn about model preparation, investing, burning out and casting with vacuum-casting machines.

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Cloisonné Enameling (this class is only offered a few times a year)

February 04, 2025

Learn cloisonné enameling, an ancient technique with contemporary applications. You’ll explore basic enameling and learn how to create cloisons (French for “compartments”) that separate different colors and shapes in a finished cloisonné design. Each student will finish this class having completed one small piece.

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Introduction to Stained Glass (A)

February 04, 2025

Students will learn the fundamentals of building a stained glass panel or 3D object from start to finish. Lessons will encompass pattern design, glass scoring/breaking, grinding, foiling, soldering, framing, and applying various patinas. Each student will have made at least one piece they can bring home and immediately display at the end of the class.

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Clay + Botanicals

February 04, 2025

Use stamping, stencil, inlay, screen printing on gelli plates, and transfer techniques to add botanical inspiration to your ceramic work! Practice drawing skills and experiment with underglazes to take your ceramic decoration to the next level. This will be mostly tiles and handbuilt work, but students are encouraged to bring their own wheelthrown pieces for […]

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