Cottage CampusWednesdays, 6 Week ClassBeginner, Intermediate This 6 week class is designed for the beginning wood turner. Classes include demonstrations on technique, tool use and safety. The first couple of sessions will focus on use of various tools and the techniques for using them. Tool control and safe practices are key to success. Students can […]
Wednesdays, 6 Week Class Beginner, Intermediate Have you always wanted to learn how to make cool pottery on the wheel? Well, this is your chance to fall in love with clay. Let's all get muddy together and make bowls, cups, and more! All levels are welcome, but if you are a beginner, this class is […]
Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassAll levels welcome! Every week we will explore a different technique through classroom demonstration, which can then be personalized in your project. We will be working with the extruder (think giant cookie press) at least once during the session and will also explore the extensive glazes in our studio. This is also […]
Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassAll levels welcome! Learn the techniques of pastel from an IAPS “Master Circle”, “Eminent Pastelist” and “ Golden Mentor” Award’s winner with over 50 years of experience. Brenda will share her knowledge of the medium with beginners to experienced artists. Details Date & Time: Instructor
Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassAll levels welcome! Introduction to collage. Learn how to create 2D collage works using a variety of materials. Student produced papers will be included in the collages. These will include gel printing including botanicals, using alcohol inks, and combining acrylics with found objects and ephemera. This is a fun and relaxed class […]
Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassIntermediate, Advanced Bring your passion for landscape painting to new heights in this guided, open studio, all media class. Using your own reference materials, learn how to identify and convey the essence of your landscape subjects. Respond to your subjects by interpreting vs. copying. Develop more intuitive, spontaneous ways of seeing. Paint […]
Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassIntermediate, Advanced In this intermediate class you will explore several different approaches to perfecting your painting skills in portraiture and still life using pastel, charcoal or oils. You'll learn how to create beautifully accurate portraits from photographs. Students may also opt to paint from a still-life of various objects and learn how […]
Intermediate This intermediate level calligraphy course assumes prior knowledge of how to use a dip pen with a pointed nib, though students may also use a brush marker if preferred. Copperplate is a lovely, traditional hand that stems from English Roundhand and was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. The contrast between elegant hairlines […]
Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassBeginner This class will cover the basics of Linocut Printmaking. Learning a brief history, terminology, tools, safe carving techniques, and how versatile printmaking can be. You will be able to carve your own single color linoleum plates from design to print, experiment with textures, layering, and negative/ positive space. A bit of […]
Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassIntermediate, Advanced, Professional Now that you've learned the basics, it's time to tackle some REALLY COOL PROJECTS! We will create magic on the wheel. Projects may include garden fixtures (planters, bird houses, bird feeders, etc), kitchenware, or simply artistic pieces. We will also explore different firing methods from session to session. Sometimes, […]
Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassIntermediate, Advanced, Professional In this class, students will learn how to draw portraits from life. There will be a variety of short exercises as well as long-pose drawings of live models. Students will learn about proportions, value, and facial anatomy. Details Date & Time: Instructor
Wednesdays, 6 Week ClassAll levels welcome! Whether you're new to film photography or just want to refine your skills, this class will help unlock the magic that can be created using traditional film camera and darkroom techniques. Escape the digital doldrums and explore the vast world of tangible imagery, crafting your own hand-made gelatin silver […]