Adult Classes

February Sketchbook Session with Pastel Aritst Jude Tolar

We’re opening a new, ongoing opportunity for artists and creatives of all levels to draw, connect, and grow together!

On the 1st Tuesday of each month from 6–8 PM, we’ll host a FREE Sketchbook Session, a relaxed meet-up led by a working artist. There will be a fresh still life or themed subject on display in our studio to work from. This display will continue to be available for you to sketch during open hours all month long.

Beginning Jewelry and Metalsmithing Series

Join us in in this introductory metalsmithing series and take a deep dive into creating your own jewelry. In the first two sessions, you will get a thorough introduction to the Prairie metals studio and tools while creating a simple sterling silver ring. During this process you will learn how to create a bezel, saw, texture, solder, form a ring shank and set a stone. In the following two sessions, you will have the opportunity to fabricate a ring or pendant of your own design. The last two weeks will include open studio access to experiment and continue working on your final project. After completing this course, you will be eligible to enroll in open studio to continue creating!

Introduction to Collagraph

Join local artist Elise Braggs for an engaging exploration of Collagraphy. Using a variety of found and discarded materials, collagraph is a combination of collage and printmaking! Participants will be introduced to beginner friendly techniques using an x-acto knife and paperboard along with an understanding of how the method can be used in their personal practice outside of a studio space. Each person will walk away with a small edition of their own unique

prints. This class is perfect for those interested in at home print processes or anyone looking to pick up a sustainable hobby. All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity!

Rug Tufting

This class offers an opportunity to get up close and personal with the newest fiber arts phenomenon - rug tufting. We will provide your frame, your tufting cloth, your choice of four different yarn colors from our selection, and your tufting machine, as well as an instructor to guide you through it! By the end of the two day class, you’ll have a fully tufted rug. You can choose a design from our preselected options or create your own design! After the workshop we will finish the backing of your rug for you, and they will be available for pickup right back here at the PAC.

Introduction to Lapidary - Art Partner

Have you ever wanted to learn how to cut your own cabachons? A cabochon is a gemstone that has been shaped and polished to be a dome shape on the top and is usually flat on the bottom. In this one day class you will learn how to cut, shape and polish cabs from slab material. Students will learn how to use a trim saw and cabbing equipment.

Rug Tufting Workshop

This workshop offers an opportunity to get up close and personal with the newest fiber arts phenomenon - rug tufting. We will provide your frame, your tufting cloth, your choice of four different yarn colors from our selection, and your tufting machine, as well as an instructor to guide you through it! By the end of our 4 hour workshop, you’ll have a fully tufted rug. You can chose a design from our preselected options or create one yourself! After the workshop we will finish the backing of your rug for you, and they will be available for pickup right back here at the PAC.

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