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Pottery Bowls Form & Function
with Kara Bledsoe
7th Grade - Adult
Join this pottery class to explore clay bowls and the things we can turn them into. This class will cover both hand building techniques and wheel throwing to create functional bowls from clay. No previous experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
10:30am - 1:00pm, Mondays and Wednesdays, January 28, February 2, 4, 9, 11, 16.
Will run
Watercolor with Mixed Media - Intermediate Level - ONLINE CLASS
with Sharon Squibb
Grades 9 - Adult
This is a class for students who would like to explore watercolor painting from home. Students will also learn how to use additional mixed media such as color ink, watercolor pencils, and other media and techniques incorporated with watercolor. The class is open to all students who wish to experience water painting techniques. Zoom instruction includes step-by-step projects designed to guide you through the painting process from start to finish. The course will offer a variety of special techniques and approaches to making paintings of different subjects. Students will work on paintings along with the instructor as she demonstrates the steps. You will also receive emails with detailed information and examples so that you may practice further or complete a piece at home. Each session will also be recorded. Students will receive a supply list after they register.
The cost is $146 plus supplies.
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm, Wednesdays, ONLINE, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8.
Creative Constructions
with Sydney Jackson
Ages: 8 - 12
Grades 3 - 6
Creative Constructions is designed for students who have taken Art Adventures or have the basic art skills needed to create more complex activities and projects. This class will allow young creatives to construct original pieces of art and to learn more about painting, drawing, mixed media, narrative art, and printmaking. Creative Constructions students will be introduced to a variety of art materials and learn new artistic techniques while reinforcing the basic elements of art. For example, students will work with scratchboards, learn perspective drawing, try their hand at watercolor and acrylic painting, and learn about master artists. Small class size allows for individual attention in a fun and inviting environment!
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9.
Pottery Mug Class
with Kara Bledsoe
7th Grade - Adult
This class will be all about making functional pottery mugs. We will cover both wheel throwing and hand building techniques to create all the parts needed to create a perfect and user-friendly mug. Matching sets, handle making, decoration, and form. Previous experience with clay will be beneficial but not necessary. All materials will be provided.
10:30am - 1pm, Mondays and Wednesdays, February 18, 22, 25, March 2, 4, 9.
Will run
Advanced Creative Constructions
with Sydney Jackson
Ages: 10 - 15
Ages 10 - 15
Advanced Creative Constructions is for any child who wants to learn more complicated art concepts. Most projects will be taught over a two-week period. Students must have already taken Creative Constructions once before taking the advanced class. Possible class projects will consist of three-point perspective, beginner oil painting, shadow and light, figure drawing, and advanced print making.
12:30pm - 1:30pm Thursdays, February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9.
EGG-cellent Easter Basket
with Carolyn Lowe
Age 12 - Adult
Basket Size: 8 1/2” L x 8” W x 5” H
The basket is made on a 5” x 8” Oblong Base using both natural and pastel colored reed. When finished an Easter tie on will be attached to the front of the basket. A treasure that will last for many years of Easter fun.
9am - 2pm Saturday, March 14
Young Potters
with Sydney Jackson
Ages: 11 - 14
Grades 6 - 8
This is a pottery class for older elementary and middle school children. In this course, students will create fun, decorative, and functional projects and can explore different techniques for working with clay including the pottery wheel.
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Saturdays, March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18.
Spring Hand Building
with Kara Bledsoe
7th Grade - Adult
This spring themed clay class will have you creating larger scale work to decorate your outdoor spaces. Garden signs, wind chimes, and flowers or mushrooms will be created. All levels of skill welcome. Materials included.
11am - 1pm, Thursdays, March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 30. No class April 23.