Do you struggle with surface design and decoration on your ceramics? Professional Potter Jenny Dowd will help you get inspired and teach you new techniques to bring your surfaces to life!

10am – 4pm with a lunch break

This one day workshop will cover the basics of decoration techniques for bisque fired clay as well as how to transfer imagery from paper (or your imagination) to the side of a pot.

We will cover:

What is glaze? What is underglaze?

Creating and layering imagery

Painting with underglaze – a layered watercolor effect

Underglaze pencils and applicators

Applying stain and glaze to texture

Underglaze transfers

Glaze application including wax resist designs

Troubleshooting glaze application

How to make your own waterslide decals

Students are encouraged to bring bisque pots and test tiles of their favorite clay. Bisque tiles and small cups or bowls made of porcelain and stoneware will also be provided.We will start with a quick discussion of issues students have had with glazing and decorating– this will inform the order and direction of the rest of the class.

Before lunch break: All the ways to use underglaze and underglaze products on your bisque. How to make stencils for underglaze and glaze.

After lunch break: Glazing! Wax resist designs and stencils, different ways to apply glazes. How to layer glaze with decoration. Applying glaze and stains to texture (textured tiles will be available.)

Demonstrate and discuss decals (after glaze.)

In this workshop we will work from Dutch Great, Rembrandt. Using the mediums of watercolor and gouache, we will draw and paint from many of Rembrandt’s figure works. Simple form, Value and use of light/dark will be the focus. We’ll analyze his paintings and compare his wash/chalk drawings to his more finished work. Workshop begins with lecture, discussion of his work from books, and tools used for the class.

Personal 1-on-1 is given for the rest of the workshop.

All supplies and materials provided ADULTS 18+

Using traditional herbs, oils and resins, this workshop will introduce you to age old techniques for making your own personalized incense. Learn the secrets of the sensory arts while you make Japanese-style incense cones that you can burn at home!

All supplies and materilas provided- ADULTS 18+

Discover the ancient art of natural dyeing with Indigo in this 2 Hour Workshop. We will guide you through the process of creating beautiful, sustainable textiles using Indigo Dye. You’ll learn how to dye fabrics using natural ingredients, starting with 2 dish towels provided by us. Feel free to bring up to two additional items from home made of natural fibers like wool, cotton, linen, or silk for the best results.

All supplies and materilas provided ADULTS 18+

Explore the art of needle felting and craft your own mushroom decorations, great for a keychain or handbag accessory!

Discover the relaxing and rewarding art of needle felting in this beginner-friendly class. Using soft wool and simple tools, you’ll learn how to sculpt and shape fibers into charming creations like small animals, flowers, or decorative pieces.

This class focuses on creativity, mindfulness, and gentle hands-on activity—no prior experience needed. Step-by-step guidance ensures a comfortable pace, while plenty of time is given to explore your own ideas and enjoy the process.

All materials are provided. Come connect, create, and leave with a handmade piece you’ll be proud of!

All supplies and materilas provided ADULTS 18+

Learn basic macramé knots and techniques to create your own stylish key chain. This beginner-friendly workshop covers everything you need to know—no experience necessary.

All supplies and materials provided. ADULTS 18+