Ceramic Fountains and Water Gardens
Explore the realm of flowing water to build small–scale, functional fountains and water gardens. We’ll use both throwing and hand-building techniques to create our ceramic fountains and water gardens.
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Ceramic Fountains and Water Gardens
Explore the realm of flowing water to build small–scale, functional fountains and water gardens. We’ll use both throwing and hand–building techniques to create our ceramic fountains and water gardens.
read moreBreak the Rules of Your Medium – NEW!
Stuck in a rut? Trying to find a new groove? Through a series of discussion, and class-guided creative assignments, we’ll take a critical look at the framework of rules that we as artists create and follow in our work. This class is open to artists working in any medium. Expect to complete creative exercises outside […]
read moreCeramic Shadow Boxes – New!
Create a ceramic shadow box to display miniature hand–built sculptures, found objects, imagery, text and textural details. We’ll discuss memories and dreams as well as artists such as Louise Nevelson and Joseph Cornell.
read moreCollage Poetry – New!
Experiment with poetry for the first time or expand on your poetry writing skills, then print your poems in the letterpress studio. We’ll complete a hands-on exploration of poetic forms such as erasure, tanka, cento and pantoum. Then we’ll use typewriters and explore ways of making poems with scissors, paper and glue. In addition to […]
read moreCollage Poetry
Experiment with poetry for the first time or expand on your poetry writing skills, then print your poems in the letterpress studio. We’ll complete a hands–on exploration of poetic forms such as erasure, tanka, cento and pantoum. Then we’ll use typewriters and explore ways of making poems with scissors, paper and glue. In addition to […]
read moreContinuing Flameworking
Continue working with the torch and borosilicate glass to expand your flameworking skills. You’ll build on techniques learned in Introduction to Flameworking and learn new, more advanced techniques. We’ll explore representation and how to sculpt the human figure. We’ll also learn more about color theory and application. Plan to complete a few small projects.
read moreClay is Your Canvas – New!
On handmade tiles, practice new surface design techniques such as laser toner decals, personalized stencils, and monoprints with underglaze. We’ll also experiment with incorporating text and stamp imagery. Many of these applications can be formatted for use on wheel-thrown work.
read moreConstruction Techniques- New!
Explore a new sewing technique each week. Topics will include: Understanding patterns and textiles, fearless zippers and closures, using your sewing machine and a serger, hand sewing, darts, waistbands, hemming, interfacing, monogramming, seaming, pockets and trims. You’ll assemble a notebook and create sewing samples. By the end of the class, you’ll have extensive information to […]
read moreConcrete Casting: Creating A Small Piece of Furniture – New!
Create a small, functional object out of concrete, such as a small bench, stool, side table, or planter. You’ll learn how to properly pour and cast concrete into molds. We’ll also explore different techniques for creating textures and colors on the outer surface of the concrete object.
read moreChasing and Repoussé
Learn to move metal using traditional techniques of chasing (moving metal from the front or top) and repoussé (moving metal from the back side to push forward), which date back to the third century B.C. We’ll learn how to saw, file and anneal with the torch. You’ll also make basic chasing tools to take home […]
read moreConcrete Casting: Creating A Small Piece of Furniture
Create a small, functional object out of concrete, such as a small bench, stool, side table, or planter. You’ll learn how to properly pour and cast concrete into molds. We’ll also explore different techniques for creating textures and colors on the outer surface of the concrete object.
read moreColor Theory for Painters + Designers
Learn a variety of techniques for creating luminous color! Students will create a series of color palettes and paintings throughout the session for a better understanding of color organization. We’ll review hue, value and chroma systems with emphasis on mixing pigments. Students will learn to use paint characteristics to maximize color in a painting, including […]
read moreColor Theory for Oil Painters
Complete a series of exercises that will help you gain a better understanding of color use and organization. Weekly exercises will help you with palette development and mixing pigments, color relationships, color schemes, using light sources for color interaction, color vocabulary and selecting colors for personal projects. You’ll learn how to use color in a […]
read moreContinuing Screen Printing
Expand your printmaking skill set. Create screens for printing on paper, fabric, photographs and even wood. Begin a new project or work on something that’s already in process to create a new set of prints.
read moreCreate a Visual Journal
Are you a journaler who needs more than words to get your ideas down on paper? Learn to create a gorgeous 128-page physical journal, then document your inspiration with painting, drawing, collages and more. If you’re just beginning to journal or have journaled for years, creative prompts will help you fill the pages of your […]
read moreContinuing Flameworking
Continue working with the torch and borosilicate glass to expand your flameworking skills. You’ll build on techniques learned in Introduction to Flameworking and learn new, more advanced techniques. We’ll explore representation and how to sculpt the human figure. We’ll also learn more about color theory and application. Plan to complete a few small projects.
read moreContinuing Sew Your Own Wardrobe
Continue developing your sewing skills in pattern usage, altering and fitting. You can work on new or existing projects with guidance from the instructor. We’ll cover hand and machine sewing techniques, including how to use a serger and how to install a variety of seams, pockets, and closures such as zippers and buttonholes. Demonstrations will […]
read moreContinuing Screen Printing
Expand your printmaking skill set. Create screens for printing on paper, fabric, photographs and even wood. Begin a new project or work on something that’s already in process to create a new set of prints.
read moreCreating a Graphic Novel
Explore the techniques and planning that go into creating a multi-chapter comic book. Each week, we’ll discover what makes a good story and how to best tell that story with drawings. Topics include comic history, drawing techniques, communicating visually and preparing files for publishing. Students will finish the class with the first chapter of their […]
read moreCrystalline Glazes
Learn about crystalline glazes, a beautiful glaze that can be very tricky to use.We’ll talk about forms that can accentuate the crystals in the glazes, create pieces and learn methods for firing crystalline glazes. Then, we’ll learn how to finish the pieces post-firing. This class will concentrate on firing crystalline glazes at a mid-range temperature […]
read moreCreative Glazing – New!
Learn to glaze your ceramic pieces with confidence. We’ll learn about selecting the right glaze for the piece, discuss glaze application and more. We’ll also discuss glaze composition and talk about how different glaze components react with each other. There will be demonstrations on different ways to apply glaze, layering of multiple glazes and the […]
read moreCreating Collages
Learn collage: the art of collecting, creating and combining images. You’ll collect images that inspire you, then assemble them into dynamic compositions. We’ll explore visual thinking by browsing through a variety of materials and choosing the elements that, when assembled together, represent a designated concept. We’ll also explore techniques for building and layering complex collages, […]
read moreCreative Glazing
Learn to glaze your ceramic pieces with confidence. We’ll learn about selecting the right glaze for each piece and discuss glaze application. We’ll cover glaze composition and talk about how different glaze components react with each other. There will be demonstrations on different ways to apply glazes, how to layer multiple glazes and how to […]
read moreDarkroom Photography
Learn to take 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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