Apr 06 Monday
Explore the possibilities of basketry techniques for sculpture. Using variations on traditional wire basketry, twining, and coiling with soft materials, students will learn multiple weaving techniques to make everything from small baskets to large scale installations. Particular attention will be paid to pattern and line quality in 3D work. Ways to include found objects and methods for turning a wide variety of upcycled materials into woven sculptures will be covered, as well as how to incorporate sculptural basketry into your other art making practice(s). No fiber or basketry experience necessary.
Apr 07 Tuesday
Join us for a 6-week series to learn all about wheel throwing! In this class, students will cover the full process of creating on a potter’s wheel. Students will also learn about glazes. Class will include demonstrations, guidance, and fun. No prior experience is needed, and all levels of experience are welcome. Let’s get messy!
Apr 08 Wednesday
Join us for a “frightfully” fun Art After School that explores clay, pastels, and paint! Students will create fall and Halloween-themed crafts to get in the spirit of all things spooky. Join us for this six-week program if you’re interested in getting into the spooky spirit!
Let’s have some fun with a needle and thread! This class will be an introduction to hand sewing (a necessary skill) and basic sewing machine skills. Students will have the opportunity to let their creativity shine while designing and sewing embellished bookmarks, postcards, and journal covers. We will end the session with a personalized apron. So, are you ready to go on a sewing adventure?
Apr 09 Thursday
In this eight-week series, students will learn the foundational skills for throwing pots on the wheel. They will learn centering, basic throwing techniques, trimming, glazing, and more to begin their journey with clay. While this class is geared toward beginners, students who have some introductory skills that they wish to expand on are welcome. Price includes 25 pounds of clay, access to the clay studio outside of class, and use of community tools and glazes.
In this 6-week series, students will learn the process of applying acrylic in layers to produce depth and richness that translates into representational art. First, they will focus on establishing value mapping in a painting using a monochromatic palette. Then they’ll learn how to use transparent and semi-transparent color glazes of acrylic, allowing the value that has been established underneath to show through.