Spring 2025

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 25, 2025

Introduction to Copperplate Calligraphy 2: Uppercase Lettering

Copperplate is the elegant, ornate script of the 18th century writing masters and the most commonly recognized calligraphy hand.  A classic form with gracious swells and hairlines, it is a… 

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 Darkroom Photography

Discover the real magic of darkroom printing! In this class, you will expand upon your darkroom printing knowledge by manipulating light using multiple advanced darkroom techniques, producing creative and stunning… 

Nov 12, 2024

Digital Photography: Getting Started

The digital camera… so much capability that so few people fully comprehend! From learning the various camera controls to exercising the options of how and when they are best used,… 

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

Photographing Your Artwork [Workshop]

Now that you’ve completed your masterpiece it’s time to show it off! This workshop teaches you the ins and outs of proper product photography so that you can share your… 

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

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… 

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

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

Appliqué Soldering: Silver Pendant

Learn how to add depth and dimension to your designs with layered sweat soldering techniques. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the process step-by-step, from concept to creation. By the… 

Nov 11, 2024

Woodworking 2: Joinery and Intermediate Techniques

This class will expound upon the foundational skills of woodworking by focusing on several ways to create strong, lasting joints. Learn their structural value and adaptable uses for a variety… 

Nov 11, 2024

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… 

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

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

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… 

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

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

Cabochons

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 (cab) cut produces an… 

Nov 11, 2024

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… 

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

Continuing Metalsmithing

Continue to build your skills by using basic metalsmithing techniques while learning to bezel set a stone and make hollow forms using soldering and forming techniques. This class offers a chance to…