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.
Beginning Hand Building - April
Discover the art of hand building in this beginner-friendly class, perfect for those who want to explore the tactile and creative possibilities of working with clay—no wheel required! Under the guidance of a professional ceramic artist, you’ll learn the foundational techniques of pinching, coiling, and slab construction. Throughout the course, you’ll work on instructor-designed projects that highlight each of these techniques and help you develop and refine your skills step by step. All students will work on the same projects at the same pace, ensuring a cohesive learning experience and plenty of opportunities to ask questions and receive personalized feedback.
Beginning Acrylic Painting with Mark Crow - Wednesdays (April)
Calling all aspiring painters! Our Introduction to Acrylic Painting class with Mark Crow is the perfect opportunity for you. This class will guide you step by step in painting a springtime favorite, hollyhock flowers. Mark will be focusing on techniques that balance a relaxed approach with semi-realistic details. Join us for an inspiring class during which you can experiment, learn, and create in a supportive and fun environment.
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Saturday Youth Clay Classes
Join us for fun, hands-on Saturday Youth Clay Classes, designed for kids ages 8-14! Each month, students will explore different hand-building techniques to create a unique clay project. No prior experience with clay is needed. After the workshop, projects will be bisque-fired and ready for painting, glazing, or pick-up as early as the following week.
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Painting with Gouache
Join us for a 3-hour gouache class, during which you will create a beautiful painting. Our instructor will guide you step by step and teach you different techniques with the medium, starting with using light layers, building them up, and adding detailed lines and textures to bring your artwork to life. In this class, you will use a type of gouache called “Jelly Gouache” which is a wonderful, beginner-friendly material. This class is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike!
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Perfect Spring Garden Painting with Mark Crow - Saturday
Who's ready for spring? Join us for a delightful painting session with artist Mark Crow inspired by the coming season! Designed for beginners, this class introduces a relaxed painting style with semi-realistic details, making it a perfect way to explore your creativity. No prior experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and enjoy the creative journey.
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