Dive into the world of pottery with our Beginning Wheel Throwing class! This hands-on workshop is perfect for those new to the pottery wheel or looking to refine their basic skills. Under the guidance of a professional ceramic artist, you’ll learn the essential techniques of centering clay, pulling walls, and shaping simple forms.
Collage + Conversations = A Monthly Paper Art Gathering at Prairie Arts Center
Join us for Collage + Conversations, a free monthly meetup held every second Tuesday—where glue, laughter, and a little bit of magic come together. Each month, we explore a new paper art or mixed media technique while making space for creativity and connection.
June Pull a Print
Every Third Tuesday | Drop-In Style | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us at the Prairie for Pull a Print,
a free monthly screenprinting activity open to all! This come-and-go
event invites community members to bring a personal item—like a shirt,
tote bag, tea towel, or other flat fabric—and screenprint it with one
unique design created for that month. Keep in mind the design is
approximately 12 inches x 12 inches and we use dark inks to print.
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Join us at the Prairie for Pull a Print,
a free monthly screenprinting activity open to all! This come-and-go
event invites community members to bring a personal item—like a shirt,
tote bag, tea towel, or other flat fabric—and screenprint it with one
unique design created for that month. Keep in mind the design is
approximately 12 inches x 12 inches and we use dark inks to print.
Introduction to Linocut - May
Join local artist Elise Braggs for a hands-on introduction to linocut printmaking. In this engaging workshop, you'll explore the fundamentals of carving, hand-printing, and working with a relief press. Whether a beginner or an experienced printmaker, this class offers a welcoming space to dive into the tactile world of analogue printing. Participants will leave with a unique print of their own design, a collaborative print created alongside fellow attendees, and a deeper appreciation for traditional printmaking techniques. All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity!
Fun Play Basic Watercolor Class - May
Are you curious about watercolor, but just want something relaxing and fun? Then this is the class for you! This beginner class is designed for anyone who wants to try watercolor with no pressure. No experience needed. No long lectures. Just enjoy painting. Each session, you’ll learn a small skill, then start painting right away. We’ll create simple subjects like leaves, fruits, and small everyday objects. You’ll learn by doing, step by step, in a relaxed and supportive environment. This class is perfect if you want to unwind, explore creativity, and have fun with color. Come paint, relax, and enjoy the process.
June Pottery Open Studio
The goal of Open Studio is for students to work freely on their own projects within a flexible schedule. Open Studio is open to students that have completed Wheel 1 or Handbuilding. During these hours students may come in and work. This is not a led class, but a working studio where questions can be addressed to instructors and peers. We hope to create an environment where students can experiment and get creative while having a community of support!