Wednesdays
In just 2 hours, students will design and construct a custom mug/stein using slab techniques. Each student will learning how to shape a cylinder and attach key elements like a handle and base. After the main construction is complete students are able and highly encourage to bring their unique style to the surface decoration. Ultimately, make a fun mug/stein you are proud…
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In this skill-building Drawing II class, students expand their drawing abilities through a series of focused observational exercises. Working with line, shape, and value, you’ll develop stronger visual accuracy while deepening your understanding of how to translate what you see onto the page. Throughout the class, you will learn to:…
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Students are introduced to wire wrapping techniques using essential tools such as pilers, clippers, and most importantly – their hands! Through guided instruction, demonstrations, and hands – on practice, students learn the styles of wire wrap jewelry. Students will learn how to create rings, pendants, and other wire wrapped jewelry…
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Discover the magic of transforming clay into pure silver! No prior jewelry-making experience is required, just your creativity and curiosity. Students will learn step-by-step techniques for working with Art Clay Silver, creating at least two unique pieces of wearable art. Through guided demonstrations, Randi will walk students through the four…
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This 4 – week course will provide an exciting introduction to basic botanical illustration. Using pencil, ink and watercolor, participants will learn how to capture the beauty of the natural world. Through the use of photographs and direct observation, participant’s will acquire skills in drawing and painting botanicals with realistic…
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Learning to draw begins with learning to see. In this class for adults, students will explore the fundamental difference between simply looking at something and truly seeing it. Through observational exercises, drawing line techniques, negative and positive space, and value gradation. We’ll slow down the process to train the eye…
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“Art is Long, and life is short”- Hippocrates Participants will learn the building blocks of painting while strengthening their artistic vision and skills. The essential use of drawing, mixing color and painting techniques are demonstrated in each class. Fundamentals using the notan sketch, limited palettes of color and color relationships,…
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Through demonstrations and individual instruction, students will learn the foundations of Handbuilding by creating a slab-built vessel, a slump mold bowl with handles and a foot, and a narrative shoe sculpture. Students will also learn about the stages of clay, attaching techniques, clay safety, proper storage methods, and concept development/sketching.…
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Learn the exciting medium of oil paint. Explore basic design and color mixing techniques to gain confidence, and develop your skills to produce beautiful paintings.
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This class will introduce you to the fundamental skills necessary to center clay and produce beginning to intermediate pottery forms such as cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and vases. Learn about the balance between aesthetic and utilitarian concerns with this in depth and fun wheel throwing class.
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