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Jul 26, 2023

Modern Lamp Design & Fabrication [Workshop]

Learn the entire process of designing and fabricating a modern lamp using Fusion 360, Adobe Illustrator, and laser cutting techniques. From conceptualization to assembly, you will be provided with the… 

Jul 26, 2023

Glass Cutting using 2D Vector Design and Water Jet Technology

Instructors: JD Harris (NC State student) and Jo Ellen Westmoreland This course is designed especially for fused glass artists to equip you with the necessary skills to create 2D vector designs using… 

Jul 21, 2023

Watercolor Poinsettias [Workshop]

The poinsettia is a unique plant of which the leaves themselves become the flower. The unassuming flowering bracts of this ornamental holiday plant carries symbolism in its color and star-shaped… 

Jul 21, 2023

Relief Printing

Woodcut, Linoleum and Monoprint. This class is open to all, no prior experience necessary. You will produce two to three prints by the end of the 6-week period. Explore relief… 

Jul 21, 2023

Painting Coneflowers in Watercolor [Workshop]

You see them everywhere in the summer through early fall. Now learn how to paint them in watercolor!  No experience necessary – beginners welcome. All supplies included. Instructor: Laura Azzi… 

Jul 21, 2023

Painting Chrysanthemums in Watercolor  [Workshop]

The birth flower of November. Chrysanthemums symbolize friendship, happiness, and well-being and are also associated with good fortune and success. Improve your well-being as you learn to create these revered… 

Jul 21, 2023

Mono-Printing 101 [Workshop]

monoprinting mono-printing monoprint mono-print 

Jul 21, 2023

Long Stitch Bookbinding [Workshop]

Join Robin to learn the Long Stitch binding – a soft cover, exposed binding sewing style. Consumable materials will be provided, but feel free to bring any collage items, fancy… 

Jul 21, 2023

Canvas and Leather Tote Bag [Workshop]

To the market or the beach this beautiful tote will be a timeless piece for any occasion. This workshop will cover sewing and fabrication, patternmaking/design, for the construction of a… 

Jul 21, 2023

Leather Tote Bag [Workshop]

To the market or the boardroom, this beautiful tote will be a timeless piece for any occasion. This workshop will cover sewing and fabrication, patternmaking/design, and tooling for the construction… 

Jul 21, 2023

Leather Journals [Workshop]

Hemingway was never without his. Frida Kahlo’s are widely reproduced. Make your very own leather journal and learn to do leather sewing, dyeing, and stamping to personalize to your taste.… 

Jul 21, 2023

Introduction to Silkscreen Printing

Learn the basics of silkscreen and produce two to three prints by the end of class. The fundamentals of silkscreen printing include separations, coating, registration, proper printing techniques, and terminology.… 

Jul 21, 2023

Introduction to Acrylic Painting

Learn the essentials for beginning to explore acrylic painting. Materials, processes, and color theory are the foundations of acrylic painting. Using these tools you will learn how to color mix,… 

Jul 21, 2023

Gilding

All that glitters is not gold but in this class yes, it is! Want to level up your art by adding real 23K gold leaf to your artwork. We will… 

Jul 21, 2023

Fall Still Life in Watercolor [Workshop]

Celebrate the harvest season with a fall still life of pumpkins, apples, and fall leaves. No experience necessary – beginners welcome. All supplies included. Instructor: Laura Azzi Saturday, October 21:… 

Jul 21, 2023

Encaustic Memory Boxes [Workshop]

Do you love art but are completely out of wall space? Is your home small but your love of art is big. This is the art class for you! 

Jul 21, 2023

Encaustic Bee Painting [Workshop]

In this workshop you will learn how to safely use encaustic supplies, how to get a smooth or textured surface. How to utilize art supplies you already own with encaustic as well as how to incorporate other mixed media materials in your work. 

Jul 21, 2023

Encaustic Beachscape [Workshop]

Join encaustic artist Marcia Streithorst as she teaches you all about encaustic painting while walking you through the steps to craft your very own Seascape painting. You will paint on a wood… 

Jul 21, 2023

Eastern Papermaking Techniques

Eastern paper, often identified as washi, is characterized by its both thin and strong properties and is commonly made from the inner bark of the mulberry bush. The method we… 

Jul 21, 2023

Copperplate Calligraphy

Learn the origins of copperplate calligraphy to create classic and modern script lettering. You will be provided with all the tools needed, guidelines for practice, and supplies needed to learn… 

Jul 21, 2023

Beginner’s Watercolor

Learn the basics of watercolor painting, from brush strokes to color mixing to applying water media paint. Color theory and composition will also be covered. Come and express your creative… 

Jul 21, 2023

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… 

Jul 21, 2023

Artist Brush Making: From Tool to Treasure [Workshop]

Explore the idea that a tool can be a piece of functional artwork. Learn to make a variety of brushes and how to harvest and source materials. You’ll create brush… 

Jul 21, 2023

Artist’s Books & Printed Matter

Explore the creation of original books in various methods and techniques. With the focus on traditional and non-traditional. We will also focus on how the book format has been used… 

Jul 21, 2023

Precious Metal Clay for Beginners [Workshop]

This is a 3-day workshop for those new to creating with precious metal clay and a chance for those of you already familiar with the medium to advance your skills.… 

Jul 19, 2023

Tiny House Terrariums [Workshop]

Create a tiny garden house made of clear textured glass embellished with accents of stained glass. Choose from several patterns provided by the instructor. The afternoon of the last day… 

Jul 19, 2023

Stained Glass Wind-Catcher Rings [Workshop]

Wild flowers with honeybees and seaweed with colorful fish are only two of the possibilities for designing this 10” round, stained glass project using the copper foil method. In the… 

Jul 19, 2023

Stained Glass Ornaments and 3-D Stars [Workshop]

Celebrate your Holiday Season by making ornaments in stained glass. Create one significant piece such as an open-center star, and/or make a series of simpler flat glass ornaments to give… 

Jul 19, 2023

Reactions in Fused Glass

An intermediate to advanced level class. With the right glass chemistry, a thin colored line or “reaction” can occur when the glass is fused in a kiln. In this class,… 

Jul 19, 2023

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…