Introduction to Handbuilding
Explore the basics of clay. We’ll cover the proper use of studio tools and materials. You’ll learn about slab construction, coil building and combined techniques.
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ONSITE: Introduction to Oil Painting
Learn the fundamentals of oil paint 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.
read morePoems of the Present Day – NEW!
Explore new work by living poets (published in literary journals within the last 12 months) and write poems of your own that are inspired by these conversations. We’ll also expand our knowledge of contemporary literary journals and learn how to submit work for publication, should you wish to do so.
read moreIncrease Your Speed + Capture The Color in Oil (B)
Limit your time and complete an oil painting “alla prima”—in a single session. After watching the instructor paint a demo of a simple arrangement from his studio, students will paint their own simple arrangement they have set up in their space. Progress is shared with the instructor for one-on-one feedback. Suggestions will be given for […]
read moreIncrease Your Speed + Capture The Color in Oil (A)
Limit your time and complete an oil painting “alla prima”—in a single session. After watching the instructor paint a demo of a simple arrangement from his studio, students will paint their own simple arrangement they have set up in their space. Progress is shared with the instructor for one-on-one feedback. Suggestions will be given for […]
read moreONSITE: Wheel Throwing Refresher – NEW!
Brush up on the basics! We will review wheel throwing techniques and skills. We’ll create and complete work during class, leaving 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 […]
read moreONSITE: Wheel Throwing Refresher – NEW!
Brush up on the basics! We will review wheel throwing techniques and skills. We’ll create and complete work during class, leaving 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 […]
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Hand Building
New to clay? Learn to create functional pieces of pottery such as cups, bowls and platters using slab-building and coil-building processes. Learn to select and use the right tools, create a variety of forms and apply both glazes and slips. By the end of the class, you’ll have a good understanding of basic ceramic studio […]
read moreStackable Bands – NEW!
Create a sweet stack of rings from 14-karat yellow gold-filled wire and silver. You’ll learn to solder bands and become proficient at single seams. We’ll also cover fabricating, embellishing and forging simple bands in different gauges and types of metal.
read moreONSITE: Kurinuki: Japanese Clay Hollowing – NEW!
Kurinuki is the Japanese technique of starting with a block of clay, developing the exterior, then hollowing it out. This class will create a box, bud vase, tea bowl and more. We will also explore images of Kurnuki work and talk about bottles, incense burners, pouring vessels and larger bowls.
read moreWriting Poetry – NEW!
Read and discuss poems written by other people, and write poems of our own, with special attention to elements of line, image, and syntax. Students will learn how close readings of other poems may inspire their own work, and how they might read their own work with fresh eyes. Each meeting will include at least […]
read moreIncrease Your Speed + Capture The Color in Oil (B)
Complete an oil painting “alla prima”—in a single session. After watching the instructor paint a demo of a simple arrangement from his studio, students will paint their own simple arrangements which they’ll set up in their space. Time will be limited to about 45 minutes, after which students will share their progress with the instructor […]
read moreIntroduction to Digital Photography (A)
Learn how to effectively and creatively use your digital camera and leave the auto button behind! You’ll learn the fundaments of photography and image capture, including aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance, and composition. We’ll also cover tips and tricks like choosing the right lens for your image. Weekly assignments, critiques and discussions will help […]
read moreAdobe Quick Trio: Introduction to InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator – NEW!
Students will learn the basics of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, to help them create, revise and update documents. Using their own Mac or PC computers and software, students will share files from the instructor, and work together on several projects. InDesign: We will create a document together “from the ground up.” Illustrator: We’ll build […]
read moreEditing the Digital Photograph in Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Lightroom CC has become the leading editing program for photographers. It is less cumbersome than Adobe Photoshop, with effective, time-saving tools that transform your photos into works of art. In this four-week class, students will learn how to import images, navigate folders and collections, filter and rate photos, fix exposure and color casts. We’ll […]
read moreIntermediate Digital Photography (B) – NEW!
Take your photographs to the next level! You know how to use your digital camera, but have creative ennui. In this five week class, students are encouraged to discover their personal style with weekly assignments. We will discuss self-portraiture, night photography, still life and documenting daily trivia (at home). Students have the opportunity to share […]
read moreIntroduction to Hand-Drawn Lettering – NEW!
We’ll explore hand lettering from the sketching phase to a polished, finished piece. We’ll be using traditional tools to explore the basics of lettering. Students will leave the class with a finished lettering project, knowledge of lettering, and skills to continue their practice.
read moreThrown + Altered Forms
Learn to create expressive ceramic pots by altering thrown forms. In addition to demonstrating the basics of wheel throwing, we’ll cover a variety of techniques used to alter forms like cups, vases, bowls, etc. We’ll also cover creative surface strategies.
read moreIntroduction to Handbuilding – NEW!
Explore the basics of clay. We’ll cover the proper use of studio tools and materials. You’ll learn about slab construction, coil building and combined techniques.
read moreThe Prose Poem – NEW!
Explore the possibilities of the prose poem. Each week, we’ll read and discuss examples of prose poems (historic and contemporary), then use these conversations to inspire us as we write prose poems of our own.
read morePolymer Clay Jewelry at Home
While you’re stuck at home, why not adorn yourself with jewelry that you made? We’ll learn different building techniques using clay that can bake in the oven. You’ll make pendants, earrings and beads to create bracelets and necklaces.
read moreClaymation
Make things move and bring your handmade clay characters to life! Learn all of the basics of stop-motion claymation. This course covers story development, fabrication of characters, and how to animate through stop-motion process.
read moreIntermediate Digital Photography (A) – NEW!
Take your photographs to the next level! You know how to use your digital camera, but have creative ennui. In this five week class, students are encouraged to discover their personal style with weekly assignments. We will discuss self-portraiture, night photography, still life and documenting daily trivia (at home). Students have the opportunity to share […]
read moreONSITE: Introduction to Loom Weaving
Learn to weave on a floor loom. You’ll enjoy warping demonstrations and plenty of practice time, along with tips for achieving smooth selvages and an even beat. Plan to design and complete at least one plain weave project—a rag rug, a scarf or a table runner. Returning students will take on more complex projects.
read moreShort Story Fiction Writing
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 […]
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