All Classes

Holiday Scene Collagraph

Join local artist Elise Braggs for a festive exploration of collagraphy, a creative blend of collage and printmaking! Using a variety of found and discarded materials, participants will construct their own collagraph plates, experimenting with textures, shapes, and techniques to bring a holiday scene to life—think cozy fireplaces, snowy landscapes, cheerful snowmen, or sparkling Christmas trees. You’ll learn beginner-friendly methods using an x-acto knife and paperboard, as well as how to properly ink and print your design using our printing press. Each participant will create a small edition of unique prints—one of which will be donated to the center’s holiday display, on view in the lobby from mid-November through early January.

This class is perfect for anyone curious about at-home printmaking processes or looking for a creative, sustainable hobby. All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity!

Wheel Throwing II: Building on the Fundamentals - November

Take your pottery skills to the next level with Wheel Throwing II! This class is designed for those who have completed our Beginning Wheel Throwing class or have basic experience on the pottery wheel. Under the guidance of a professional ceramic artist, you’ll deepen your understanding of the techniques learned in Wheel One, with a focus on refining your forms and exploring more complex shapes.

Introduction to Handbuilding - November

In this course, students explore the basic physical properties of clay by practicing a variety of hand-forming techniques used to create functional objects. Hand-forming techniques will include pinch pottery, slab and coil building, mold slumping, and texturizing surfaces. The objective of this class is not to make pieces to take home, but rather to learn what is possible and give students a chance to get their hands dirty and feel what it's like to work with clay. No previous experience with clay is needed for this class. This class is a prerequisite to attend open studio.

Holiday Scene Collagraph Print Class

In this special holiday themed class, students will learn how to construct a collagraph plate, making use of various textures and techniques. They will also learn how to properly ink their plate and roll it through our printing press! Our theme is "a holiday scene," which could be a cozy indoor scene by the fire or a snowy nature scene, a snowman, or a Christmas tree. Students will make multiple prints, donating one to the center for our holiday display in the lobby. Their work will be up from mid-November until early January for everyone at the center to enjoy!

Cloisonné Workshop

In this beginner class you will create a torch-fired cloisonné disk ready to set into jewelry. Cloisonné is a master’s technique that involves melting

powdered glass onto metal, within a design of fine silver wires to make beautiful objects. Fortunately, with the right tools and supplies, you can get started quickly and successfully.

Primitive Bean Pot

Experience the ancient art of clay cooking vessels! In this class, you’ll hand-build a traditional bean pot using micaceous clay from New Mexico. Learn how to coil, slip-coat, burnish, and open-pit fire your piece using authentic Pueblo Indian techniques. The result is a beautiful, heat-tolerant pot that’s perfect for light cooking or display.

No experience needed—just curiosity and a love of making!

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