For fans of cartoons, anime, and comics, this class will immerse you in the behind-the-scenes work of the creation of your favorite characters. You will create your own unique and impactful character by utilizing the three key aspects of character design; silhouette, palette, and exaggeration. By following the same steps as the creators of your […]
A strong foundation is key to developing thoughtful and technically refined pieces when glass blowing in the hot shop. This workshop will emphasize the importance of building positive habits and solid hand skills. Students will focus on gathering glass, wall thickness, speed, ergonomics, and heat in order to create well-designed and elegant vessels. This course […]
In this introductory course, learn the fundamentals of creating kiln-formed fused glass! The class will cover the techniques required to make fused glass panels/plates. Learn hands-on as you are guided through each step of fusing glass: designing a panel/plate, choosing glass, cutting glass shapes, and adding accessory glass. Saturday Instruction: October 14 & 21 Class […]
A strong foundation is key to developing thoughtful and technically refined pieces when glass blowing in the hot shop. This workshop will emphasize the importance of building positive habits and solid hand skills. Students will focus on gathering glass, wall thickness, speed, ergonomics, and heat in order to create well-designed and elegant vessels. This course […]
Just in time for Fall! Turn an ordinary brown chicken eggshell into an adorable Jack-O-Lantern decoration. Explore the art, symbolism, and joy in writing Pysanky – Ukrainian Decorated Eggs. Students will learn the age-old method of applying hot beeswax to an emptied chicken egg using a special tool and then dipping the egg in a […]
In this two-day glass blowing intensive, students will begin with the basics and learn to safely work in a hot shop with molten glass. An experienced instructor will guide students as they learn to gather from the furnace, use hand tools, and create solid and blown forms in clear glass. Day one will be packed […]
In this introductory course, learn the fundamentals of creating kiln-formed fused glass! The class will cover the techniques required to make fused glass panels/plates. Learn hands-on as you are guided through each step of fusing glass: designing a panel/plate, choosing glass, cutting glass shapes, and adding accessory glass. Saturday Instruction: October 14 & 21 Class […]
In this two-day glass blowing intensive, students will begin with the basics and learn to safely work in a hot shop with molten glass. An experienced instructor will guide students as they learn to gather from the furnace, use hand tools, and create solid and blown forms in clear glass. Day one will be packed […]
A strong foundation is key to developing thoughtful and technically refined pieces when glass blowing in the hot shop. This workshop will emphasize the importance of building positive habits and solid hand skills. Students will focus on gathering glass, wall thickness, speed, ergonomics, and heat in order to create well-designed and elegant vessels. This course […]
We all have to start somewhere! This course will introduce students to beginning glassblowing techniques and proper studio safety practices. Students will learn to gather glass, learn about the proper usage of glassblowing tools, how to create basic shapes and glass-blown forms, and how to work in a team setting. Class time will be divided […]
Explore the art, symbolism and joy in writing Pysanky – Ukrainian Decorated Eggs. Students will be guided in writing patterns on brown eggshells with wax to create holiday-themed ornaments. Students will learn the age-old method of applying hot beeswax to an emptied chicken egg using a special tool and then dipping the egg in a […]
This comprehensive course is designed to provide guidance in the art of painting and drawing using alcohol-based inks on synthetic paper. Throughout the course, students will master the art of curating a foundational color palette using inks, and explore the intricacies of crafting ink paintings of still life subjects. The instruction and student practice will […]