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+

Experience the excitement of raku, a fast-paced firing process known for its dramatic colors, crackled glazes, and one-of-a-kind surface effects. Students will learn how to prepare pottery for firing, safely participate in the outdoor raku firing process, and explore a variety of post-firing reduction techniques. This class is perfect for beginners and experienced potters alike who want to experiment with an exciting firing method and create unique ceramic pieces.  

All supplies and materials provided. ADULTS 18+

The workshop will build on students’ existing foundation, improving observational skills while developing more in-depth skills for drawing figure.

Initial focus is placed on gesture drawing techniques to see the entire form and be able to capture its essence quickly. Using the Loomis Head/ Figure methods we’ll tackle the key difficulties most people have when drawing bodies and faces in space. The exercises are based on both reference photos and/or life models (draped poses).

All materials provided. Adults 18+

In this Introduction to Machine Sewing, students will learn the basics of sewing on a Singer Sewing Machine.

Each student will have their own Singer Sewing machine to learn on. Each lesson is structured to teach specific techniques which are used to create the project and to build on each other. We will explore different construction methods designed to make your sewing experience fun and rewarding. Students will learn the fundamentals of sewing and using a sewing machine.

All supplies and materials provided. ADULTS 18+