This ceramics class is perfect for beginners who want to learn to create bowls, dishes, vases, tiles and sculptures without the use of the potter’s wheel. Experienced potters are also welcome.  Subject matter will be student directed with instructor guidance.

Many of the student projects will be self directed methods of pinch, coil and slab and additional techniques will be demonstrated to add a personal touch to your work by using sculpting,  but these will contain hollow forms (pinch method), coil methods, and slab methods including slump, drape and tar paper slab building method.

All supplies and materials provided

ADULTS 18+

Explore color and basic drawing in this class that uses the classical medium of chalk and oil pastel. Learn color mixing and blending, work on colored paper, and develop new techniques for highlights and shadows. Pastel is ideal for people who want learn more about drawing and for those who want to learn more about painting but feel a little intimidated by the process. Students will learn a variety of techniques working with still lifes, botanicals and landscapes.

All materials provided. ADULTS 18+

This 6-week course is an intermediate class but is designed for all skill levels. Whether you are ready for complex forms or still learning how to center and Tuesday nights just work best for you- You will be welcomed! Each class will include a pottery demonstration and independent practice time. We will learn how to wedge, center, and throw multiple forms on the wheel. This class focuses on creating good studio habits and learning to work in a shared space. There will be an optional companion Discord page which allows us to chat outside of class, ask questions, view work together, keep up to date on current local art events, and share our results at the end of the six weeks.

All supplies and materials provided. Ages 18+

This course focuses on advanced topics and elements of creative writing, in-class experimentation with prompts, and the opportunity to share your work. You may have experience as a writer but would like a fresh perspective. We provide a safe space to explore advanced concepts together. We are here to meet you where you are, share work and inspire one another to keep writing!

Writing is an act of individual expression, but writers in community can nurture and support one another, fueling the creative spirits of all who participate. Writing in community provides greater perspective on our own writing. 

Explore the vibrant world of watercolor, learning key techniques like wet-on-wet, dry brushing, and expert color mixing. Perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their skills, this class provides hands-on guidance to help you build confidence with every brushstroke. Dive into the medium and create stunning effects while gaining a deeper understanding of watercolor's unique qualities.

All supplies and materilas included.  Ages 18+

In this course we'll explore one of the most challenging parts of the human figure: the hands. We'll break it down to the elements of expression, simple volumes, proper construction, and historical view through the ages. We'll use our own hands as models and analyze Great Master works. 

Learn the quirks of working with porcelain in this intermediate wheel class. Jenny will introduce you to the special nature of porcelain as well as a variety of decorating techniques in this 6 week session. This class is an intermediate course, students need to have taken Wheel I before enrolling in this session. 

All materials are provided. ADULTS 18+

Join our Basic Leather Craft class and embark on a creative journey with the timeless art of working with leather. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the fundamental techniques and skills needed to create beautiful, functional leather goods, including cutting, punching, stitching, and finishing. Throughout the course, you'll craft your own handmade leather journal while building the confidence to continue exploring leatherworking on your own. Students who finish early or are looking for an additional challenge will have the opportunity to create another leather project of their choice.

All materials provided. ADULTS 18+