(Classes may be repeated - there are new projects each year. Please view the class schedules to see which classes are currently being offered)
Art Felting: Learn ancient and modern techniques for making felt. Projects selected from the following ( based on age and experience): beads, wearable art, puppets, masks, bowls, sculptures, felted soap bars, and more!
TUESDAY CLAY STUDIO: Each artist creates pieces of her own choosing...the scope and difficulty of the work determined by the artist. At least one piece will be finished in a session using any of the basic techniques (pinch, coil, slab, extrusion).
PRIMARY ART MONDAYS: Each session will have a clay project designed to teach one of the basic techniques. The projects are fun and are new each year which allows a child to learn and develop mastery while creating many different works of art from grades 1-3.
WEDNESDAY CLAY STUDIO: Each artist creates pieces of her own choosing...the scope and difficulty of the work determined by the artist. At least one piece will be finished in a session using any of the basic techniques (pinch, coil, slab, extrusion).
THURSDAY CLAY STUDIO: Each artist creates pieces of her own choosing...the scope and difficulty of the work determined by the artist. At least one piece will be finished in a session using any of the basic techniques (pinch, coil, slab, extrusion).
FRIDAY GIRLS CLAY STUDIO: Each artist creates pieces of her own choosing...the scope and difficulty of the work determined by the artist. At least one piece will be finished in a session using any of the basic techniques (pinch, coil, slab, extrusion).
Polymer Clay Exploration: Basic techniques will be covered as well as some of the hottest new concepts... Eraser Sculpey, Flexible Sculpey, etc. Liquid Sculpey for "painting" will be introduced for advanced students. Each artist will choose projects of interest to play with all the techniques demonstrated and new products provided.
Drawing: This is a low-key approach to learning how to see (the basis of drawing) and create 2D representations. Basic elements of drawing will be introduced and/or reviewed. Helpful "tricks" will be presented to make realistic representation easier. Creating depth through perspective and shadow will be practiced. Each artist will complete a drawing of a favorite object. Older/Advanced students will be learning how to refine their skill set.
Precious Metal Clay (PMC®) Intro or Advanced: Extra fees apply (High school and older only) Make unique jewelry or small creations using an amazing new clay-like product that becomes fine silver after firing. Some PMC provided, but additional PMC will need to be purchased at market prices. All tools for Intro class provided. This is an awesome experience! As of May 2006, I am a Certified PMC® Instructor.
Gourd Art: Learn how to prep, cut, color, engrave, and embellish your own unique gourd creation...perhaps a mask, vessel, jewelry, purse, lampshade, sculpture, etc. Lots of fun.
Printmaking Exploration: Artists will experience a different printmaking technique each day. Both hand and printing press techniques will be introduced. The class will choose from the following: various stencil, block, heat transfer, screen print and collagraphy (printing from a collage) techniques. Prints will be made on watercolor and other paper, card stock, and tee-shirts. Very fun with lots of art works produced in a short time! These make nice gifts, too.
Works In Wire: Artists will be introduced to the concepts of single line drawing in the works of Picasso and Calder before creating mixed media wire sculptures, mobiles/stabiles, boxes, and other functional pieces. Great fun especially for those who like to draw!
Mosaic (Pique Assiette) Creations: Fun for all ages ...Artists will learn how to cover a surface with "broken ceramic" and other materials to form creative mosaics. Flat and curved surface-covering principles will be introduced. To make your creations more personal, you are encouraged to bring your own "special" ceramic plates, cups, etc. to break for your mosaics (from damaged pieces, thrift stores, etc). See me for details or tips on how to make this class a possibility for young artists.
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Weaving in Wire: Create 2 and 3D works of art on hardware cloth that has been cut and shaped. Some weaving materials will be provided; additional materials may be needed and provided by each student as necessary.
Watercolor Exploration: Artists will be introduced to several techniques and types of watercolor media, appropriate for the age and experience of each artist. Beautiful stuff!!
Mask-Making/Papier Mâché: Artists will work in pairs to cover a balloon (mold) with papier mâché. When dry, the form will be cut in half and each artist will creatively complete his/her own mask with pulp papier mâché , cardboard shapes, paint and other decoration. The creative masks can be animals, creatures, people, inspired by your favorite character or imagination! These are awesome!
Papier Mâché Boxes/Containers: Artists will design and construct creative containers/boxes with interesting shapes from papier mâché using several techniques. Fun finishes complete the project. These are stunning when finished.
Papier Mâché Creatures: Artists will design and construct VERY large creatures of their own choosing. These creatures could be inspired by a favorite animal, your imagination, a cartoon character, etc. Challenge yourself to make a really huge and fantastic creature!
Clay Boxes: In this class artists will learn several techniques for making unique, fun, creative, and fanciful boxes and containers. These boxes will hold anything real or imaginary! Very fun!
Clay Creatures: Each artist will create creatures of their own choice in clay using a variety of techniques. These creatures could be inspired by a favorite animal, the artist's imagination, a cartoon, book, or movie character, etc.
Clay Studio: For artists who have taken at least one prior studio class from me. Artists will use standard techniques (e.g., pinch, coil, slab, extruder...) in imaginative ways to make creations of their own choice! Additional advanced techniques will be introduced as the artist's projects require.
Tile-Making: The exciting history of tile-making will be introduced. Artists will create large (at least 9x11 in. tile surfaces using the incised cuerda seca technique. Students may bring pictures/drawings of any design, pattern, favorite animal, etc.to be used for inspiration as hey design their tile composition; however, spontaneous creative design is also encouraged. Tiles can be used for kitchens, bathrooms, tabletops, wall hangings, ceramic rugs, etc.
Other: If there other classes not found here that you would be interested in, please e-mail your request. I am always interested in teaching new classes and welcome your input on topics. Thank you for your interest.
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