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Dec 14, 2024

Fabric Painting & Calligraphy [Workshop]

Learn to create your very own unique fabric prints and clothing! In this workshop, you will explore various tools to create textures and marks. We will begin on paper, then… 

Nov 16, 2024

C:LAB class listings are not currently available but will be added at a later date.

Nov 12, 2024

Abstract Printing [Workshop]

Learn to think outside of traditional darkroom methods to create unique and one-of-a-kind prints. In this class you will explore liquid emulsion, air brush applications, and photogram elements. You are… 

Nov 12, 2024

Continuing Digital Photography

Charge up your camera batteries and take your photography skills up a level. This class will consist of four sessions comprised of a classroom lecture on the topic for the… 

Nov 12, 2024

Fun with Portraiture!  [Workshop]

Kick your portraiture up a notch with this workshop! Students will learn several secret, yet simple techniques, and a few extra suave tips that are sure to add a dash… 

Nov 12, 2024

Photo Retouching I  [online class]

This is an online class that will meet remotely via ZOOM. Whether you’re taking pictures with a phone or a DSLR, this retouching class will improve your knowledge of basic and… 

Nov 12, 2024

Registration for spring C:LAB Classes will open at 3:00pm for NC State students (December 2) and for the public (December 9).

Nov 12, 2024

2025 Spring registration dates & times

Registration opens (Reporter links become active) on the dates & times listed below for the respective registration group/category (i.e. the Reporter will not accept registration attempts by the public until… 

Nov 12, 2024

CRAFTERnoons Cost & Registration info

For NC State students only. Don’t have time to commit to a full-length crafts class? Come join us for an afternoon of fun and learning! Register for one or more sessions.… 

Nov 12, 2024

Clay and Cork-Combining Materials [Workshop]

This workshop will explore the intersection of clay and cork by introducing students to the process of combining these two materials into cohesive finished pieces. Visiting artist, Jordan Blankenship, will… 

Nov 11, 2024

Figurative Sculpture [Workshop]

This workshop is designed to introduce students to working within the format of the human figure. During the two consecutive 2-day weekend sessions you will learn techniques for building, shaping,… 

Nov 11, 2024

Focused  Forms: Cups

An intermediate level class- basic wheel throwing experience is necessary. The cup is one of the most common and familiar forms in ceramics, offering an almost endless platform to express… 

Nov 11, 2024

Handbuilding 1: Foundations of Clay

Handbuilding 1 is designed to teach you the fundamentals of handbuilding with clay and introduce you to working in our clay studio. You will learn basic skills including wedging, pinching,… 

Nov 11, 2024

Handbuilding 2: Expanding Techniques

Learn to take your ideas to the next level in Handbuilding 2. This class is designed for you to expand your handbuilding skills. Demonstrations will reinforce coiling and slab construction… 

Nov 11, 2024

Handbuilding 3: Refining Form and Surface

Handbuilding 3 is designed for intermediate to advanced level students who want to hone their skills, learn a variety of creative handbuilding techniques, and build on their surface design abilities.… 

Nov 11, 2024

Break to Make Cost & Registration info

For NC State staff and faculty only. Take a BREAK from workday stress to MAKE something creative and fun at The Crafts Center this semester! Register for one or more sessions! Class fee: $25 per session, all… 

Nov 11, 2024

Anodizing Niobium and Titanium [Workshop]

Learn how to texture and color niobium and titanium using electrical current. Colored niobium/titanium can be used as a piece of jewelry on its own or added to other metals… 

Nov 11, 2024

Batik on Glass: An Exploration of Separation Enamel Techniques [Workshop]

Learn to create surface textures by layering transparent & opaque enamels with separation medium then activating a transformation with fire. Familiarity with hot enamel is required. Most materials and supplies… 

Nov 11, 2024

Woodworking 3: Methods of Furniture Construction

Leveraging the skills developed in Woodworking 1 & 2, participants will build a poplar side table to be constructed from rough wood to finished product. Joinery will be of mortise… 

Nov 11, 2024

Basics of Drawing

For beginners. Learn the basics of drawing with graphite, charcoal, and ballpoint pen. Beginning with simple drawing exercises you will learn techniques for shading and value, to create more finished… 

Nov 11, 2024

Introduction to Woodturning: Bowls

Turn wooden bowls! In this introductory class, you will have the opportunity to explore the very different experiences found in turning the end grain found in making a bowl. The… 

Nov 11, 2024

Bowl Carving [Workshop]

In this two-day workshop you will be hand carving a small to medium bowl.  Learn how to a variety of hand tools including gouges and mallets to design, shape and… 

Nov 11, 2024

Calligraphic Flourishing – Winter Snowflake [Workshop]

Improve your everyday handwriting with this graceful and timeless script. Italian Hand is a delicate script developed throughout Europe in the 1600’s and used well into the 1700’s. The original… 

Nov 11, 2024

Byzantine Bracelet [Workshop]

Learn to create a 2-tone Byzantine chain bracelet out of stainless steel and Merlin’s gold jump rings. Byzantine chain is a rope-like type of chainmail and an essential pattern to… 

Nov 11, 2024

Decorative Stained Glass Photo Frames [Workshop] 

Using the copper foil method of stained glass, create a beautiful photo frame from stained glass. Perfect for a gift or to frame your own special photograph. Design options: 3-D… 

Nov 11, 2024

CRAFTERnoons Session A – Pendulum Pour Paintings

Spend an afternoon swinging paint from the ceiling and letting loose on canvas and poster board! Bring your own additional items to paint on [canvas, tee shirt, mug, wood, etc.]… 

Nov 11, 2024

Flat Plane Carving [Workshop]

Pull up a seat, grab a knife, and start whittling. This workshop will introduce participants to the techniques of flat plane carving (or whittling) with a variety of knives and… 

Nov 11, 2024

Climbing Clematis Flowers in Watercolor [Workshop]

No experience necessary. Learn how to use watercolor to paint whimsical climbing clematises in watercolor. No experience necessary. All supplies included. Instructor: Laura Azzi Saturday, March 22: 12:00 – 4:00pm       … 

Nov 11, 2024

Continuing Torch – Fired Enamel

Delve deeper into working with vitreous enamel and a torch. Experiment with stencils (both positive and negative), work with decals, explore using enamel as texture, be introduced to luster powders,… 

Nov 11, 2024

Designing Part Sheets for Fusing

An intermediate to advanced level class. Part Sheets are custom-made glass sheets that are made with frit, stringers, and/or glass paints. These sheets can be cut up and used as…