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Jul 3, 2025

The Magic of Lensless Photography

Explore alternative process photography and create stunning, unconventional images on light-sensitive paper without a lens! You’ll build pinhole cameras for use outside of class, then return to the darkroom where… 

Jul 3, 2025

Hand Coloring Darkroom Prints [Workshop]

Learn the basics of applying color to black-and-white fiber prints made in the darkroom. In exploring the properties of several different coloring media (e.g., oil-based stains, pastels, colored pencils), and… 

Jul 2, 2025

Registration for fall Clay Classes will open at 9:00am for NC State students (July 14) and for the public (July 21).

Jul 2, 2025

Fall classes will be published on this website during the week of June 30

Our summer semester isn’t over yet! You can still register for these remaining summer classes

Jul 2, 2025

Understanding Form: A Demonstration and Lecture

Join us for an insightful session exploring the fundamental principles of form and shape in functional pottery. The workshop will begin with a lecture and presentation on the relationship between… 

EXTRUDED FORMS

Jul 2, 2025

Introduction to the Extruder [Workshop]

Interested in learning how to work with a clay extruder? It’s a great tool to get to know and our clay studio has two! You will explore the possibilities with… 

Jul 2, 2025

Considering the Concept

An intermediate level class- basic wheel throwing experience is necessary. Considering the Concept is a class designed for students who are interested in learning how to approach their studio work… 

Jun 25, 2025

2025 Fall 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… 

Jun 24, 2025

Registration for fall “Break to Make” classes will open at 3:00pm for the NC State University Faculty and Staff (July 21).

May 6, 2025

Tin Can Collage [Workshop]

Learn how to deconstruct tin cans, cut the metal material, and nail the pieces to a board to create an image of your choosing! Students will complete an 8×10” collage… 

Mar 27, 2025

Registration for summer semester Break to Make classes will open at 3:00pm for NC State University Faculty and Staff on April 7.

Mar 27, 2025

Session A – Enameled Copper Pendant

Come ‘play’ with fire while learning to apply powdered glass to metal. In this short session, get a quick, hands-on lesson in basic hot enameling. Wednesday, June 4, 11:30am –… 

Mar 27, 2025

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… 

Mar 27, 2025

Session B – Hand Embroidery

A crash course in hand embroidery! Learn the basic stitches fundamental to creating most textures and visual structures; Among these are running, back, stem, split, chain, and feather stitching patterns,… 

Mar 27, 2025

Summer 2025: Remaining Break to Make classes

For NC State University Faculty & Staff only. Session D – Handbuilding Clay Mugs Learn basic handbuilding techniques and design your very own clay planter. Students can embellish clay slab surfaces… 

Mar 27, 2025

Registration for summer Glass Classes will open at 11:00am for NC State students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

Mar 27, 2025

Basket Weave Plate in Fused Glass [Workshop]

Use fusing glass and glass powder or fine frit to create a basket weave patterned plate. All supplies included. Instructor: Danene Groenke Saturday, June 28: 9:00am – 4:00pm  Class fees… 

Mar 27, 2025

Beyond Basic Flat Glass

Push yourself to learn more about the art of stained glass! Explore advanced construction and soldering techniques to create a challenging 2-D panel or a 3-D project. The class fee… 

Mar 27, 2025

Flower Power Box in Stained Glass [Workshop]

It’s fun, it’s colorful, it’s 60’s and 70’s mod!  Explore advanced box construction and soldering techniques as you construct this groovy, retro-inspired lidded box (approx. 7” x 4” x 2.5… 

Mar 27, 2025

Glass in the Garden: Round Garden Stakes [Workshop]

Add some sparkle to your home or landscape with a beautiful garden stake consisting of a round stained-glass panel with a custom-made metal stand. Perfect for your garden or a… 

Mar 27, 2025

Introduction to Glass Fusing and Slumping

An introductory level class – no experience necessary. Learn the basics of fusing and forming glass in a kiln. Projects include making small plates, bowls, soap dishes, a votive candle… 

Mar 27, 2025

Introduction to Stained Glass

Add some color to your world! Learn to cut, foil, and solder a 6” x 14” stained glass panel using the copper foil method. Pattern will be provided by the… 

Mar 27, 2025

Optic Plate [Workshop]

Create a fused glass plate with an optic effect using stringers and clear glass. Learn the optic technique and how variations to the technique can impact the effect. Supplies included.… 

Mar 27, 2025

Registration for summer Jewelry Classes will open at 11:00am for NC State students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

Mar 27, 2025

Registration for summer Lapidary Classes will open at 11:00am for NC State students (March 31) and for the public (April 7).

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Mar 27, 2025

Cabochons

A beginning level class. Learn how to cut slabs of stone and polish into dome shaped forms to produce gems worthy of setting into brooches, rings, or necklaces! This cabochon… 

Mar 27, 2025

Simple Enameled Ring [Workshop]

More adventures in torch fired enameling! This workshop will introduce students to fabricating finger fashion in a simple way. Familiarity with vitreous enameling is necessary (Intro to Torch Fired Enameling… 

Mar 27, 2025

Silver Brooch [Workshop]

Join me for an exciting hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the art of creating a stunning brooch from scratch. Discover essential techniques like metal cutting, shaping, texturing, and soldering, as… 

Mar 27, 2025

Silver Curb Chain [Workshop]

For all skill levels. Formed from interlocked links the curb chain, with its lovely, twisted style, is designed to sit flat against your neckline or wrist. During class you will… 

Mar 27, 2025

Spinner Ring in Silver [Workshop]

Rings unite! Create your own spinner ring using a forming technique known as anticlastic raising. In this process an outer band is formed in such a way to creatively “capture”…