Explore 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 moreLearn how to create multicolor screen prints of your own design. This class will expand on the registration techniques learnt in intro classes, focusing on adding layers/colors to create more complex images. We will look at how to break apart an image by hand and in the computer. Color theory will be discussed through the […]
read moreLearn the exciting skill of bundle dyeing utilizing plants and kitchen scraps to add color to silk and cotton. We'll begin the course by preparing their fibers for dyeing and learning the difference between processes using cotton and silk fibers. Take a deep dive into plant color, learning how to select plants and how to […]
read moreLearn 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.
read moreIn this class students will learn basic jewelry techniques to make hollow forms such as small containers and jewelry boxes to hold our keepsakes. The techniques will include sawing, filing, sanding, forming, texturing, annealing, multiple styles of soldering, and patination. While this is a beginner class if you are someone who has some metal knowledge […]
read moreLearn the art of punch needling! We'll learn how to use a frame, use the needle, thread their yarn, and how to make designs and patterns. The teacher will show students how to use the special needle tool for the best result. We will do a different project each class and get creative with our […]
read moreExplore encaustic painting for the first time or return to expand your skills. You will work with opaque and transparent colors, layering, using stencils and creating patterns using hot wax.
read moreExplore encaustic painting for the first time or return to expand your skills. You will work with opaque and transparent colors, layering, using stencils and creating patterns using hot wax.
read moreLearn the ancient art of needle felting and how to make decorative plant sculptures. Be inspired by local plants or potted plants in your home. Can't keep a house plant alive? Let's felt one! Fill your felted pot with overflowing Pothos or create a grassy knoll to set a Pink Lady Slipper on. It's up […]
read moreWhether you are a novice or advanced, this class will immerse you in screen-printing methods and projects that are customized for your personal level of enjoyment and exploration. Each student will select a personal theme and work with the instructor to make use of appropriate inks, image-making techniques like drawing fluid and photo, and substrates […]
read moreUse watercolor to paint landscapes while exploring basic watercolor skills, materials and techniques. Watercolor can be both fun and frustrating, dynamic and meditative. You will learn to use color to make simple watercolor washes and layering techniques while exploring the history, materials, tricks and ways to capture light as you paint and sketch using this […]
read moreLearn how to make realistic portraits using the beautiful, painterly medium of charcoal on toned paper. In this class, we will examine how to successfully represent form and capture a likeness from life. This class teaches realist techniques that were taught in the academies and ateliers in 19th Century Europe. French ateliers and academies started […]
read moreLearn 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.
read moreBreak loose and open the mind with the possibilities of experimenting with paint! Have new experiences with color and technique in experimental painting! In this class, we will pour, splatter, crush and wash paint while learning a few fibers techniques to really get experimental! Learn how to paint big and bold while having fun making […]
read moreStudents will learn the fundamentals of building a stained glass panel from start to finish. This class is for students who are completely new to stained glass. 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 […]
read moreThis class is for watercolor beginners. Learn the art of watercolor painting as we explore basic painting techniques such as layering color and creating texture. As we build on these techniques, we'll create several pieces of artwork including a one point perspective city scape, an abstract ocean scene and a still-life plant study.
read moreWork on functional or sculptural forms using slabs and hand-bulding techniques with guidance and demonstrations from the instructor. Demonstrations could include: making textural tools to personalize work, how to use the spray booth and how to use the sand blaster. Students will haveple time to practice their craft with the benefit of having a professional […]
read moreLearn how to draw using black India ink, a dip pen and brush. We’ll cover techniques such as cross-hatching and stippling. You’ll learn the ins and outs of using a dip pen and brush, then we’ll go over drawing fundamentals such as value, perspective and line. We’ll also study the history of ink drawing by […]
read more“Visionary Fiction” is a term developed by Walidah Imarisha for fantastical writing that helps us imagine new, just worlds. We’ll explore writing visionary and speculative fiction from prompts created through creative coding. Learn the basics of JavaScript using an app the instructor has developed. With this tool you will gather data from existing texts (which […]
read moreCreate functional pieces of ceramics using slab, coil, pinch and slump techniques. Learn to use helpful tools, create a variety of forms, and apply slips and glazes. By the end of the class you’ll have a good understanding of basic hand-building methods and clay studio practices.
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 moreBrush up on the basics! We'll review wheel throwing techniques and skills. Create and complete work during class with enough time to fire and glaze. This class is open to students who have previously taken wheel throwing classes. We will review and refresh our knowledge of wedging, centering, throwing, trimming and glazing. We will take […]
read moreIn this class, students will get to flex their still life drawing skills while exploring color and atmosphere. Students will come away with an understanding of value and form. Students will select from various sets of objects to create still-life compositions individually and collaboratively.
read moreLearn 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.
read moreWatercolor beginners will learn the art of watercolor painting and explore techniques such as glazing, wet-on-wet, and the use of salt and plastic wrap to create textures in paintings. As we build on these techniques, we'll paining abstracts and lovely landscapes throughout the session.
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