Discover the joy of crafting beautiful, functional wooden spoons in this hands-on 4 week class. You'll learn essential wood carving techniques, from selecting the right wood to shaping and finishing your spoons.

What You'll Learn:

• Wood Selection: Understand the characteristics of different types of wood suitable for spoon carving.
• Tool Safety: Learn proper safety procedures for using carving tools.
• Basic Carving Techniques: Master fundamental carving techniques, such as roughing out, shaping, and refining.
• Finishing Touches: Explore various finishing options to enhance the beauty and durability of your spoons.

Elevate Your Kitchenware

As you shape and carve, you'll have the chance to adorn your creations with intricate details, transforming them into exquisite pieces that will not only enhance your kitchen but also impress your guests during dinner parties. This is not just a project; it's an opportunity to create custom, one-of-a-kind kitchenware that tells your story and elevates your culinary experience.

Ages: 16+ 

All supplies and materials will be provided. 

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

Explore patterns and textures by layering found objects into prints. Learn the basics of monotype printmaking using plexiglass plates, applying ink and incorporating found objects.

Students will learn the basics of monotype printmaking using plexiglass plates, applying ink and incorporating found objects.

This class is ideal for those who have limited experience with printmaking. A monotype is a print that typically starts with a blank surface and results in a one-of-a-kind print. 

There will be a short instructor demo and hands-on assistance each week. Students will try introductory techniques, including making a collagraph plate, mixing and applying ink, and making a print using the press. Come have some fun in our new printmaking studio!  

Ages: 16+ 

All supplies and materials will be provided. 

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

Immerse yourself in the world of woodworking by joining our comprehensive sampler class! This workshop is perfect for both beginners. Learn the basics of woodworking in this hands-on class. You'll gain experience with essential tools and techniques, including:

As part of your woodworking journey, you will craft beautiful and functional items. These projects not only provide a practical application of the techniques you learn but also serve as wonderful additions to your home or thoughtful gifts for loved ones.

This sampler class is designed to build your confidence and comfort with woodworking, laying a solid foundation for any advanced classes you may choose to pursue in the future. You’ll also have the chance to connect with other passionate woodworking enthusiasts, sharing ideas and experiences in a supportive and welcoming environment. 

Join us for this enriching experience and unlock your creativity through the art of woodworking! We look forward to seeing you there!

Ages: 16+ 

All supplies and materials will be provided. 

Immerse yourself in the world of woodworking by joining our comprehensive sampler class! This workshop is perfect for both beginners. Learn the basics of woodworking in this hands-on class. You'll gain experience with essential tools and techniques, including:

• Safety: Understand woodworking safety procedures to protect yourself and your workspace.
• Hand Tool Usage: Master the art of using hand tools like saws, chisels, and planes.
• Power Tool Operation: Safely operate power tools such as drills, sanders, and routers.
• Basic Joinery: Explore traditional joinery techniques like dovetails, mortise and tenon, and pocket holes.
• Project Building: Apply your skills to build a small woodworking project, such as a cutting board or birdhouse.

As part of your woodworking journey, you will craft beautiful and functional items. These projects not only provide a practical application of the techniques you learn but also serve as wonderful additions to your home or thoughtful gifts for loved ones.

This sampler class is designed to build your confidence and comfort with woodworking, laying a solid foundation for any advanced classes you may choose to pursue in the future. You’ll also have the chance to connect with other passionate woodworking enthusiasts, sharing ideas and experiences in a supportive and welcoming environment. 

Join us for this enriching experience and unlock your creativity through the art of woodworking! We look forward to seeing you there!

Ages: 16+ 

All supplies and materials will be provided. 

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

Screen printing is fun! Be just like Andy Warhol, Laurie Hastings, or Corita Kent, and come try screen printing, also known as silk screen printing.

This class is great for those who have limited printmaking experience. Learn the basics of screen printing using a silk screen. This course provides an introduction to creating your idea, making a stencil, transferring it to the screen, and making a successful print.

There will be an instructor demo and hands-on assistance each week.

Ages: 16+ 

All supplies and materials will be provided. 

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

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.

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.

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.