April 2020
Mosaic Class-Saturdays April 4, 1:30-5:30 and April 18, 1:30-3:30pm
2 day workshop- Fridays Dec 6, 1:30-5:30 and Dec 20, 1:30-3:30pm. Materials fee $25 paid to instructor on the first day of class. Suitable for teens 12 and up, as well as for adults.Description: Come learn how to mosaic. A great class if you want to explore working with glass, stones, beads, marbles, tiles, and more. A focus on color, texture, line, are introduced. Students will learn how to prepare the project and design it and will be guided through the process to complete…
Find out more »Metalsmithing: Cold Connections(Riveting Basics)- April 6, 2-5pm
Instructor:Barb AmadorThis class which meets on Mondays, is for adults, and teens age 16 and up. There is a materials fee: $20 Payable to the instructor on the day of class.Description:In this class students will learn the basics of riveting and complete a pendant using copper and brass wire and tubing. The focus of this class is to learn to connect metal without soldering, a process known as cold connections. You will learn to stamp designs, texture metal, rivet, and…
Find out more »Mixed Media Collage-Wednesdays Apr 8,15,22,29, 3:30-6pm
Learn Mixed Media Collage!This class is taught by Donna Flebbe, and meets at her home studio. Please contact Donna for directions. There is a $20 materials fee due to the instructor on the first day of class.Description:Mixed Media Collage is created by applying papers and other materials to design a pleasing piece of art. This procedure takes time as you manipulate the papers and other items to plan your piece. We will discuss design and composition. Participants will learn to…
Find out more »Encaustic Process with Wax Workshop:Saturday April 11, 9:30am-12:30pm
Instructor: Donna Flebbe Adults and Teens: Encaustic classes will be held at Donna's Studio; call Donna for directionsDescription: Encaustic painting using heated beeswax mixed with pigments dates back to the 1st century BC. Donna offers three hours of encaustic technique for beginners and advanced students to create art in a positive and successful way. Explore several methods of creating hot wax art from beginning to completion of your art piece. Bring to class: All materials includedContact: Call Donna for directions…
Find out more »Whimsical 3D Felted Birds: Saturday, April 11, 2:30-6pm
This class is designed for all ages: kids 8 and up, teens, families, and adults. There is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor on the day of class. Class is limited to a class size of 8.Learn how to make a detailed 3D bird using needle and wet felting techniques. Sculpting, attaching, and creating embellishments will be demonstrated to enhance your bird design. Each student will make one bird during the workshop and will have enough materials to…
Find out more »Metalsmithing: Cold Connections(Beyond Riveting Basics)- April 13, 2-5pm
Instructor:Barb AmadorThis class which meets on Mondays, is for adults, and teens age 16 and up. There is a materials fee: $20 Payable to the instructor on the day of class. Prequisite: Beginning riveting class, or prior experience with riveting.Description:In this one day class, students will learn more advanced techniques of riveting, building on what was taught in the beginning class or any prior experience with basic riveting. We will design and fabricate a pendant using some of the techniques…
Find out more »Watercolor Class: H2OH! Frozen Water; Friday April 17, 1:30-3:30pm
Materials Fee: $5 payable to teacher on the day of classDescription:Students must have a working knowledge of watercolor. Learn to paint an icy river, frost on a window, snow on the ground and an evergreen. There are a variety of techniques we can use to get the desired effects. Bring to class: 3 or more sheets of WC paper (11x14), brushes, pigment and palette, board, artist tape, water container and towels/rags. Contact: molly.hargarten@gmail.com PAINTING - continued WATERCOLOR CLASS: Textures & Techniques -…
Find out more »Metalsmithing: Cold Connections(Creating a cuff bracelet using rivets)-April 20, 2-5pm
Instructor:Barb AmadorThis class which meets on Mondays, is for adults, and teens age 16 and up. There is a materials fee: $20 Payable to the instructor on the day of class. Sterling silver bracelet blanks can be purchased for an additional $25. Prequisite: Beginning riveting class, or prior experience with riveting.Description: Students will learn to fabricate a bracelet from copper and/or brass. We will discuss design elements using wire and decorative rivets, tube rivets, and the use of tabs. You will…
Find out more »Watercolor Class: H2OH! Falling Water; Friday April 24, 1:30-3:30pm
Materials Fee: $5 payable to teacherDescription:Students must have a working knowledge of watercolor. Learn to paint rain, snow and waterfalls.There are a variety of techniques we can use to get the desired effects. Bring to class: 3 or more sheets of WC paper (11x14), brushes, pigment and palette, board, artist tape, water container and towels/rags. Contact: molly.hargarten@gmail.com
Find out more »Felt Painting Workshop:Sunday April 26, 11:30-3pm
This class is for All Ages - Kids 5 & up, Teens, Families, Adults.Class meets on a Saturday and there is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor.This class, taught by Suzanne Connolly-Howes, is designed for all ages, and is a wonderful family experience. You will learn how to make a detailed image using a needle felting tool. You will design your piece on a pre-felted wool square that can be turned into a beautiful wall hanging. Needle and…
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