Pottery 101: Fundamentals

Instructor: Maxine Cullen

Class Limit: 8

Level:  ★★ & UP

This class offers the very basics and understanding of learning about clay, including clay prep, wedging, hand-building, coil making, pinch pots, and an intro to wheel throwing. Repeat this class several times to maximize and  expand your skills! No long fingernails and no hand jewelry. Please bring a towel with you.  

Instructor: Jean Thompson

Class Limit: 8

Level:  ★★★ & UP

Students who are able to cut and foil accurately and produce a smooth, consistently beaded solder line advance to more intricate work. Students select their own pattern and provide all glass and materials for their project. Tools, equipment, and guidance are provided by the Arts Center. Closed toed shoes are required and no long fingernails. There are two sessions to choose from.

Please note: Both the Monday and Tuesday classes for Stained Glass 2 have been postponed. The dates listed above are correct - our newsletter dates are now incorrect. We are so sorry for any inconvenience!

Instructor: Koa Beam

Class Limit: 8

Level:  ★★ & UP

Unlock your creative potential! This introductory digital media class will guide  you through the exciting world of digital design and video editing. Learn the  fundamentals of industry-standard software like professional Adobe tools,  and open-source software all to figure out what’s right for you and your  needs. Each week will focus on a different aspect of digital media design,  including how to use AI for design. We'll also explore powerful and free  alternative programs for each discipline, ensuring you can continue your  creative journey without breaking the bank. Discover how to create stunning  visuals, craft compelling designs, and tell engaging stories through digital  media, no matter your budget! Bring your own laptop to be able to continue  working on your digital creations even after the class. 

Instructor: Adam Borodach

Class Limit: 8

Level:  ★★★ & UP

This class offers a deeper understanding of learning to work on a potters wheel, including clay prep, wedging, centering clay, and lifting or pulling clay into a 5 inch cylinder. Beginner & intermediate students are both welcome. Students are encouraged to have taken at least one or two Pottery 101 classes before moving in to Pottery 201. Repeat this class several times to maximize and expand your skills! No long fingernails and no valuables. Please bring a towel with you.

Instructor: Richard Hower

Class Limit: 12

Level:  ★★ & UP

The goal of this class is to learn ways to produce a well thought out plan for  making a painting, using light to dark values to compose and develop a  strong final composition. Students will rehearse in their minds the steps of  how to develop a landscape painting. They will rehearse on paper their  painting by making a small black and white drawing of the final composition  to paint. Finally, on canvas, students will draw their final line drawing lightly,  and begin lightly painting the background-first with thin / watered down paint  and without many details. Then continue by painting the foreground while  leaving the background light, and undetailed, and finally finishing the  foreground and final touches until complete. Please bring printed reference  photos, ideally 8 1/2" x 11" copies of different landscapes that appeal to you. 

Instructor: Luiza McKenzie

Class Limit: 10

Level:  ★★ & UP

Students will make 4 different macrame projects (keychains, coasters, plant  hangers, and wall pieces) during this class. Beginner knot tying and basic  Macrame knots will help you successfully complete these projects. It is the  perfect class for those new to Macrame or wanting to freshen up on their  skills. 

Instructor: Maggie Borodach

Class Limit: 12

Level:  ★★ & UP

Students will explore the fundamentals of fashion design and practice  techniques for researching styles, picking materials, and sketching original  clothing concepts. Participants will use a variety of sketching and coloring  materials to begin creating their own fashion design portfolios and discover  the next steps to bring their designs to life. Mixed media materials provided.  

Instructor: KC Schutte

Class Limit: 8

Level:  ★★ & UP

Materials Fee: $18

Students with no stained glass experience will create a one of a kind glass panel piece while learning the basic skills of pattern and glass preparation, cutting, foiling, soldering, and patina. All supplies and equipment are provided. Closed toed shoes are required, and no long fingernails and wear a long sleeve shirt please.

Instructor: Queen Poetri Dozier

Class Limit: 15

Level:  ★★ & UP

Join in on this personalized custom class where you will paint a set of 4 wine  glasses to the perfect theme for your home and personality. In addition,  create a matching set of 4 mosaic coasters. Painting fundamentals and  simple brush stroke techniques will be taught, as well as unique patterns in  mosaic styles will be introduced. 

Instructor: Donna Housel

Class Limit: 12

Level:  ★★ & UP

Students will use watercolor pencil to create a 3-piece panel design that  includes bird house and nature themes. Learn a variety of drawing techniques,  along with interesting ways to shade and highlight the design created. If there  is a particular bird you’d like to incorporate, please bring reference photos.