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Be Mine! Family Fun-Day

$35

with Jinna Lincoln

Calendar Feb 8, 2025 at 12:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Join us for an afternoon of fun and art-making with your family!

In this special family class, children and their adults will work together on a hand-built Valentine’s Day-themed clay project. Pieces can be decorated with textures, designs, and painted with underglaze.

We will then fire and glaze all pieces and let you know when they are ready for pickup, about 2 weeks later. This is a fun way to give handmade gifts or have beautiful decorations for your home that last a lifetime!

All materials included.

For children ages 4+

Bring your kid(s), family, and friends! Each attendee must register separately.

Clay - Date Night

$60
Calendar Feb 8, 2025 at 7 pm, runs for 1 week

Join us at Groundworks Art Lab's Date Night! Our instructors will get you set up and working together on potters' wheels for a few hours of dirt and fun.

Make a piece, we'll glaze and fire your favorite one, then give you a call when it's ready in about four weeks.

For any additional pieces you would like glazed and fired, there is a $5 fee per piece.

It's good to wear some clothes you can get dirty and shorter nails will be helpful. :)

Each participant will need their own registration to participate.

Clay and tools are included. 

Must be 18+

PLEASE NOTE:

⁃ Date Night tickets are non-refundable. If you need to change or reschedule your reservation, please do so by 5:00pm on the Monday before your scheduled Date Night. No transfers are allowed after 5:00pm on the Monday prior to your Date Night.

⁃ Registrations are not transferable to another person. If you would like to purchase a class on someone’s behalf, the intended registratrant’s information must be provided at the time of registration. 

⁃ Date Night tickets may only be rescheduled one time.

Full Course

Wood - Date Night

$70
Calendar Feb 8, 2025 at 7 pm, runs for 1 week

Pyrography Date Night: A Creative Journey

Unleash Your Inner Artist

Join us for a romantic and creative evening of pyrography! Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, our expert instructors will guide you through the basics of wood-burning and basic carving techniques.

What You'll Learn:

Fundamental Techniques: Master the art of controlling the heat and pressure of the pyrography pen to create stunning designs.

Customization and Personalization: Learn how to add your unique touch to your projects with a variety of techniques, from simple lines to intricate patterns.

Project Building: Build an exceptional project from scratch and bring your vision to life.

Our State-of-the-Art Studio:

Immerse yourself in our brand-new, state-of-the-art wood shop, where you'll have access to top-notch tools and materials. Enjoy the creative process with your partner in a cozy and inspiring environment.

What to Wear:

Safety First: Dress in all-natural fiber clothing, long pants, and closed-toe, closed-heel shoes with socks that protect up to the ankle.

Long Hair: Tie back long hair to ensure safety.

Important Notes:

Date Night Tickets: Date Night tickets are non-refundable.

Changes and Rescheduling: To change or reschedule your reservation, please do so by 5:00 PM on the Monday before your scheduled Date Night.

No Transfers: No transfers are allowed after 5:00 PM on the Monday prior to your Date Night.

Indulge in a truly unique and romantic experience. Sign up today and create lasting memories!

 

Print Adult Session 1B - Printmaking SAMPLER (4-week)

$245

with Jax Perna

Calendar Feb 9, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 4 weeks

Have you always wanted to try printmaking, but didn't know where to start? This class is ideal for those who have limited experience and want a taste of the varied and intricate art of printmaking.

There will be an instructor demo and hands-on assistance each week. Students will try introductory techniques for each of the following: relief, monotype, and intaglio. This will include carving, mixing and rolling ink, and making a successful print.

This course provides a great way to get a real sense of the art of printmaking, and to identify which direction to go next! Come have some fun in our printmaking studio!

Ages: 16+ 

All supplies and materials will be provided. 

Will be available to register on Friday, December 13th at 8:00am.

Full Course

Be Mine! Family Fun-Day

$35

with Amanda Duffy

Calendar Feb 9, 2025 at 1:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Join us for an afternoon of fun and art-making with your family!

In this special family class, children and their adults will work together on a hand-built Valentine’s Day-themed clay project. Pieces can be decorated with textures, designs, and painted with underglaze.

We will then fire and glaze all pieces and let you know when they are ready for pickup, about 2 weeks later. This is a fun way to give handmade gifts or have beautiful decorations for your home that last a lifetime!

All materials included.

For children ages 4+

Bring your kid(s), family, and friends! Each attendee must register separately.

Printmaking "Office Hours"

$40

with Melissa Pickering

Calendar Feb 9, 2025 at 1:30 pm

You've taken a class, but now you just want to be heads down working on your block, plate, or other idea, and you want to print it! We can help. Sign up for this freeform session to get some time in the studio, with an instructor present to answer questions and operate the press. There will be a limit of 4 people, to ensure you'll have press time.

What's included: Time in the studio, with an instructor present Ability to print your block/plate Ability to use the press, with instructor operation or supervision 1 sheet of 22"x30" archival quality printmaking paper (Arches, Rives, or other) Limited amount of ink/modifiers Limited tools, such as palatte knives, basic carving tools, etc.

What's not included: Your plate/block - bring your own, whatever you worked on in class or purchase your own Extra paper - we'll get you started, but bring the specific paper you want to use for your project Screen Printing of any kind

NOTE participants MUST have printmaking experience, this is not an instruction class.

 

Youth Session 1B • Family Clay • SUN (Feb. 9 - Mar. 2) • $115 • HILL

$115

with Amanda Duffy

Calendar Feb 9, 2025 at 3:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

The Family Clay Class is a great opportunity for children to work together with an adult to make hand-built pottery!

Students will learn a variety of hand-building techniques, using tools, textures, stamps, and molds. Instructor will lead students in both functional and sculptural pottery projects and students will paint each finished piece with colored slips. Emphasis is on working on a project as a family. This is a fun class, built around community and creativity!

Please note registration is for 1 child and their adult. If you have more family members that want to get involved, please send an email to registration-clay@groundworksartlab.org!

Ages: 4+

Will be available to register on Fri, Dec. 13 at 8:00am.

Will run

5-Week Hand-building Sampler • TUE (Feb. 11 - Mar. 11) • $195 • MAIN

$195

with Annabelle Farris

Calendar Feb 11, 2025 at 4:30 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Always wanted to try hand-building, but didn't know where to start? This class is a great intro to the studio in 5 short weeks!

This class is intended to get you familiar with the basics of hand-building. Students will learn techniques like pinching, coiling, and building with slabs. This class is ideal for those who have limited experience, but are looking to learn more with a short instructor demo and hands-on assistance each week.

Please note: This class does not include Open Lab hours or additional clay.

Ages 16+ to register

Class meets weekly on TUESDAYS.

Will be available to register on Mon, Dec. 9 at 8:00am.

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