Start with the basics of creating a good slab using various tools and techniques. We’ll use those slabs to create a set of graduated, covered canisters. Next, you’ll learn how to slump mold the lids and make hand-built handles. We’ll cover the basics of construction of the gallery that the lid sits on. Students will […]
read moreIntro to Natural Dyeing is an eight-week course that teaches the history, processes, and expansive modalities of natural dying through the making of a simple Robe Jacket. The course is structured to move from rigid(ish) dye methods into more experimental ones. Students also will learn how to measure and cut a simple pattern and sew […]
read moreTry several kinds of art media while exploring your creativity. Paint a painting one week, then learn how to needle felt. Students use forms and plaster molds to make a tile in clay, then explore paper works by making a small book. Finally, they can fill a book with collages and drawings. Relax and create […]
read moreExplore key concepts of interior design: Continuity, scale, proportion, balance, color and light. Slide presentations, class discussions and an opportunity to design a small interior offer a combination of lecture and studio time.
read moreLearn basic small metalworking techniques to make small containers, jewelry boxes, or other hollow form sculptures. To create your piece, we'll learn sawing, filing, sanding, forming, texturing, annealing, multiple styles of soldering, and patination. We'll focus on laying out different sculptural shapes, high temperature soldering, and tension lid construction. While this is a beginner class […]
read moreLearn to write an image based poem and bring it to life by embroidering an image from your work. We’ll explore imagery in poetry and then each student will craft their own image driven poem with prompts and help from poet Emily Okamoto-Green. Poems will be workshopped in class and then students will choose one […]
read moreGet introduced to the basics of woodworking as it pertains to picture framing. You'll learn woodworking techniques like measuring and calculating dimensions, cutting and joining molding, reinforcing a miter joint with splines, and basic woodshop safety. We'll also cover the framing process including matting art or floating with spacers, putting together the frame, and installing […]
read moreIn an adventure into the world of collaborative mural making, this hands-on class brings participants together as a community to create a mural that tells a story of identity, memory, and shared vision. This class will guide you through the process of conceptualizing, designing, and painting a large-scale mural. You will learn how to collaborate […]
read moreExplore short story fiction writing by studying narrative craft elements like story, plot, character, scene, structure, archetypal patterns and dialogue. We’ll examine professionally published pieces and your own work. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to begin a story based on a word or an idea. You’ll also understand how to evaluate […]
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 moreTake 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.
read moreThis class is a deep dive into pen and ink illustration, a richly historied (and sometimes humorous!) practice. Together we will explore time-tested techniques to make drawings pop, while leaving space to experiment and express personal style. Students will learn with micron pens as well as india ink and pen.
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 moreStudents will learn fundamentals of 3D printing and learn to design their own models using iPads in the program Nomad Sculpt. Basic troubleshooting skills will be taught and demonstrated, students will explore their creativity. and take home a physical item they dreamed up.
read moreLearn basic sewing techniques and create a project of your choice with instructor guidance. Weekly demonstrations will include sewing machine basics, fabric basics, simple seams, simple hems, zipper application, how to take body measurements, and how to follow a sewing pattern. The first classes will be demonstration-based and the final classes will focus on the […]
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 moreThis class will focus on using the torch to create one of a kind marbles out of Italian glass. Several designs will be taught and we will discuss how these tools and techniques can also be used to make simple sculptures like ornaments and plant decorations. Students will also learn the science and theories of […]
read moreCreate something beautiful and useful! Learn to weave several baskets using reed, seagrass, and natural materials.
read moreCreate utilitarian works in clay. Students will begin to explore the relationship between themselves and the spaces they inhabit. We will create objects that are functional and adaptable to the students’ needs and desires, such as creating a mug with a comfortable grip or a bowl with a basin big enough to fit the amount […]
read moreLearn the basics of using a torch and mandrel to wind hot glass into beautiful beads that are perfect for jewelry.
read moreRead works by autobio caroonists and explore how to best tell stories from your own life. This class will have lots of individualized project development, so beginners to experienced cartoonists are welcomed. Students may wish to work on their projects outside of class but it is not required.
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 moreLearn to combine digital and analog process by creating digital designs that are then cut out of paper using the laser cutter in our Fab Lab. Use these paper designs to create cyanotype prints, an alternative photo process where negatives or objects are placed directly on light-sensitive paper for exposure. The end result is a […]
read moreLearn how to upcycle old toys and turn them into your own characters! Want to make a fully posable action figure or an abstract art toy? How about both? Students will use epoxy clay to sculpt various additions to our creations as well as implementing the “kit-bash” technique of mixing odds and ends for the […]
read moreIn 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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