ALL WORKSHOPS

WORKSHOPS ARE LISTED IN DATE ORDER

“Joy of Enameling” with Mary Whittle

This is a one day workshop. January 11, 2025 10:00am-4:00pm

Students will be fusing unleaded, powdered glass onto copper, known as vitreous enameling. We will be using a small table kiln as well as some simple kitchen torches. This is a fun, fast paced class, and you will leave knowing the all-important basic steps that are the foundation of most enameling techniques. You will also have at least 3 samples that can be made into a pendant or earrings.

“Mixed Media” Open Studio with Facilitator Pam Coffman

This is on-going held the 2nd Monday of each month. First session is Monday, January 13, 2024 10:00am-1:00pm

Have you been wanting a space to experiment with mixed media , create  art on your own and meet like-minded creatives?  Then  join us. This group is perfect for anyone who wants to share their passion for mixed media art, exchange ideas, techniques  and information, and learn from each other in a collaborative, supportive environment.

“Mosaic Gourd Container” with Deborah Hildinger

This is a two-day workshop. January 14th & 21st, 2025 1:00pm-4:00pm

During this workshop we will be creating a container from a gourd with a lid. Students will decorate a pre-dyed gourd with mosaic gourd pieces. Line work, metallic beads will then be added. Final touches include dried botanicals, and a vintage drawer pull for the lid All materials included

“Exploration of Pen and Ink Techniques” with Mary Wentzel

This is a one-day workshop. February 4th, 2025 1:00pm-4:00pm

In this one day workshop students of all levels will explore Pen and Ink Techniques using a rapidiograph technical pen (a $36 value included in cost of tuition). Students will learn stippling and cross hatching techniques as well as discover how to incorporate watercolor with inking on board.

All supplies are included. All levels welcome!

“Make and Take February” with Deborah Hildinger

This is a one-day workshop. Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 1:00pm-4:00pm

We will be making small projects just in time for Valentines Day! Give those special people in your life a handmade gift. We will be making a Lady Bug Pin, a Gourd Vase with a Feather, and Buttons Galore Gourd. All materials included.

“Mixed Media Techniques” with Loretta Youngman

This is a one-day workshop. Saturday, February 15th, 2025 1:00pm-5:00pm

Students will be guided in their own creation and finish in class several mixed media techniques. There will be a focus on collage, stencils and intuitive art and gelli printing.

“Make and Take Small Gourd Vessel” with Deborah Hildinger

This is a one-day workshop. Tuesday, March 11th, 2025 1:00pm-4:00pm

We will be decorating a pre-dyed and carved gourd with bewads. Students will then be instructed on adding a simple paper rush rim with waxed linen thread. Botanicals and beads will be the finishing touch! All materials included.

“Time to Shrine” with Pam Coffman

This is a two-day workshop. April 12th & 13th, 2025 10:00am-4:00pm

In this exciting  two-day workshop, we’ll experiment with a variety of mixed media, collage and assemblage techniques and materials such as found objects, air dry clay,  beads, trims, ephemera, and more to create our beautiful and unique personal shrines.

“Collaged Gourd” with Deborah Hildinger

This is a two-day workshop. Tuesday, April 15th & 22nd, 2025 1:00pm-4:00pm

Learn to collage on a gourd and then add Gelato iridescent paint sticks. These are water based and heat set. Linework detail can be added as a special touch. Rim work, beads, and botanicals will be added as a finishing touch. All materials are provided.

“Make and Take May” with Deborah Hildinger

This is a two-day workshop. Tuesday, May 13th, 2025 1:00pm-4:00pm

This workshop includes small projects that include a Framed Abstracted Gourd Vase, an Asian Inspired Gourd, and a Beetle Pin.

All materials included.