Acrylic Techniques 6-week Artist Series - THURSDAY PM
2023-11-09 13:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts November 9th (Thursday afternoon from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
NOTE: Class dates will be: 11/9; 11/16; 11/30; 12/7; 12/14; and 12/21. There is no class on Thanksgiving Day.
Artists explore basic acrylic painting techniques in a flexible, supportive setting. Color mixing and theories, paint and imagery layering, composition, and other fundamentals are discussed. We paint and interpret from observation, printed photos and imagination. Contemporary and past artists act as kindred spirits and influence weekly prompts. We begin with a demo and warm up on paper, then develop ideas on canvas. All levels are welcome.
Supplies: Supply list will be emailed by the instructor before the first class.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Masks are optional for this series.

Instructor bio: Jen MacDonald has studied many different art mediums and has come to love acrylic paint. She is fond of exploring the beauty of flowers by painting with an unusual perspective and deeply vibrant and saturated color. Her art has been juried into shows at River Arts, Yarmouth Art Festival and an upcoming show at the Stonewall Gallery. https://www.jenmacdonaldart.com.
Cover image by Jen MacDonald.
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Beginner Metalsmithing Thursday 6-week Artist Series
2023-11-09 13:30 - 16:30
Starts Thursday, November 9th (Thursday afternoons from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for six weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 11/9; 11/16; 11/30; 12/7; 12/14; and 12/21. (There is no class on 11/23.)
IMPORTANT: Masks are optional.
This class will expose students to the basics of metalsmithing. Students will be introduced to the tools and techniques required to make custom, handmade jewelry. Techniques such as forming, sawing, soldering, and riveting will be covered. We will be making rings, earrings, and pendants. No prior experience needed. An overview can be emailed upon request.
Fee does not include materials. The materials supply kit is $35 and can be purchased directly from the instructor.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.

About the instructor: Racheal Cooley graduated from Empire State University with a degree in art and biology. She was first introduced to metal smith in high school and fell in love with the medium.

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Joy of Watercolor 6-week Artist Series
2023-11-13 13:30 - 16:30
Starts Monday, November 13th (Mondays from 1:30PM-4:30PM for six weeks.)
NOTE: Masks are required in this series.
Each week, class will dive into one aspect of watercolor painting. Color, water to pigment ratios, composition, brush strokes and value. In the beginning of each session, students will complete several exercises on the daily topic, and then move on to their individual painting project where they will focus on the skills we have just learned. Class is appropriate for all levels.
Materials not included.
Click HERE for a PDF showing recommended basic supplies.
Click HERE for a PDF showing Deena’s favorite watercolor materials.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.

About the instructor: Deena S. Ball is a nationally renowned landscape painter known for her innovative use of watercolor in combination with a textured ground and specialized surfaces. She received her BA in Art history and Studio Art from Colby College in Waterville, Maine, and continued her studies at the Pennsylvania Academy of Art and Tyler School of Art. Deena’s work is exhibited extensively throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, and can be found in issues of Watercolor Artist and the annual publications of the watercolor book, Splash. Deena’s work is primarily landscapes with many of her paintings done on location outside. Learn more at www.deenasball.com.
Cover image copyright of Deena Ball. Image shown is an excerpt of a larger work.
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Foundations of Ceramics 6-week Artist Series
2023-11-13 18:00 - 21:00
SOLD OUT.
Starts Monday, November 13th (Mondays from 6PM-9PM for six weeks.)
Enjoy a hands-on educational and artistic experience using clay. Students will learn fundamental making and decorating techniques including wheel throwing, handbuilding and glazing, as well as sculpting techniques such as coil building, pinching and handbuilding to create functional and non-functional work. Weekly projects include making cups, bowls, and plates. Electric kiln-firing will be available and each person will be working at his or her own level with the guidance of the instructor.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Masks are optional for this series.
Fee does not include materials. Clay will be three dollars a pound which covers basic glazing and firing costs.

About the instructor: Barry Harrison attended Arizona State University where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Ceramics.

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Although there are tools available for use in the studio, if you prefer to have your own tools, these are the basic materials to bring to class:

Basic Pottery Tool Kit
Apron (or wear something that can get dirty)
Small plastic bucket
Rags
Gloves
Dust mask

You can order a Basic Pottery Tool kit from Dick Blick or a local craft store.

Beginning Wheel Throwing (PART TWO) 6-week Artist Series
2023-11-14 13:30 - 16:30
Starts November 14th (Tuesdays from 1:30PM-4:30PM for 6 weeks).
Brush up on your skills and follow up on what was learned in Wheel Throwing Part One. Participants must be reasonably comfortable (not proficient, but know the procedure) with centering and throwing a three inch cylinder. We will review centering and throwing a cylinder and go on from there to making different lids, handles, and go over glazing. Also covered will be bowls and various spouts. The instructor can demonstrate most things students are interested in or curious about. Bring questions and wear old clothes.
For students who have taken one of our beginner level ceramic series or a similar course elsewhere.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. Clay will be $3/pound which covers glazing and firing costs.

NOTE: Masks are optional in this series.

About the instructor: Lee Cummings has over fifty years experience working with clay–thirty as a production potter, taught at Germantown Academy and Unity College, and had a one person show at the University Museum in Bangor, as well as sold her work through Littlefield Gallery and Greenhut Gallery.

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Metalsmithing for Beginners Tuesday 6-week Artist Series
2023-11-14 18:00 - 21:00
Starts November 14th (Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks.)
IMPORTANT: Masks are optional, except when using rotary tools for sanding and buffing.
Learn the basics of jewelry metalsmithing in a fun, relaxed atmosphere–no prior experience required. Each class will introduce tools and techniques to include hammering, soldering, and riveting, as well as ways to shape and texture metal. Class projects include a hammered cuff, fold-formed leaves and simple soldered rings as well as samples to inspire individual creativity and ways to customize projects. This series will also include important information on tool & equipment safety. A class overview can be emailed upon request
Fee does not include materials. The required $20 materials supply kit can be purchased directly from the instructor. The kit includes brass and copper in various sizes of wire and sheet, one piece of sterling silver for a ring and some other materials to experiment with.
Optional: A selection of sterling silver wire and ready-made bezels and stones is available for additional purchase from the instructor (not required for class projects).
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Open to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens.

About the instructor: Kim Round got her degree in art at Florida State University and taught jewelry workshops in Tallahassee, FL before making the move back home to Maine. She has been teaching Beginning Metalsmithing and other workshops at Artascope since 2016 and is thrilled to be part of a friendly & creative community. She is a member of the Maine Crafts Association and her work can be found at the Center for Maine Craft, Lisa Marie’s Made in Maine and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

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Expressions in Painting WEDNESDAY 6-week Artist Series
2023-11-15 10:00 - 13:00
Starts November 15th (Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
IMPORTANT: Masks are optional for this series.
Do you have a desire to explore yourself through acrylic painting? Do you want to learn playful and visually appealing techniques that will help you communicate your artistic vision? This class will instruct you in the basics of expressionist painting techniques such as washes, scumbling, sgraffitto, and adding texture. You will learn about the great expressionist painters such as Henri Matisse and Wassily Kandinsky. And, you will discover a wealth of new tools to improve your paintings through use of value, color and composition.
Great for beginners who wish to learn the essentials of painting or for intermediate painters looking to break out of realism.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. A list of recommended supplies can be emailed upon request.

Instructor bio: Anne Schutz is a painter who lives and works in the Greater Portland area. She transforms and interprets Nature’s patterns and design to demonstrate variety of scale, line, form and beauty she observes. Anne received a BS in Studio Art from Skidmore College and a MFA in Painting from Boston University. She has taught art to adults and children regionally.

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Excerpt of student work by Carol Padron shown in cover image.

Beginning Handbuilding in Clay 6-week Artist Series
2023-11-15 13:30 - 16:30
Starts November 15th (Wednesdays from 1:30PM-4:30PM for 6 weeks).
Explore sinuous coil techniques, fun pinch pots, and versatile soft slab projects as well as paddle pots. You’ll learn a new technique every week. Glaze your personal pieces and come away with truly unique finished pieces. For beginner level students.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. Clay will be $3/pound which covers glazing and firing costs.

NOTE: Masks are optional in this series.

About the instructor: Lee Cummings has over fifty years experience working with clay–thirty as a production potter, taught at Germantown Academy and Unity College, and had a one person show at the University Museum in Bangor, as well as sold her work through Littlefield Gallery and Greenhut Gallery.

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Bangles with Dangles - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2023-11-25 13:30 - 19:30
Saturday, November 25th from 1:30PM-7:30PM
Learn the basics of metalwork. Participants will learn to shape, hammer, and solder metal to create unique and stylish bangles. Through guided instruction and hands-on experience, participants will gain the confidence and skills to create jewelry pieces with beautiful dangles to add a touch of glamour to any outfit. All tools and safety equipment will be provided. The $30 materials kit includes silver, brass, and copper. Participants will leave with a beautiful set of handmade bangles and the knowledge to make more.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials.
The materials kit is $30 and can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.
NOTE: Masks are optional for this workshop.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.

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Beginner Silver Ring Bands One-Day Workshop
2023-11-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-17 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-01-28 09:30 - 16:30, 2024-02-25 09:30 - 16:30
SOLD OUT.
In this workshop students will make their own silver rings from start to finish. This class will cover basic metalsmithing skills, such as cutting, shaping, and joining metal. You will customize your ring bands with surface design techniques such as filing, stamping, and hammering.
IMPORTANT: Masks are optional in this workshop.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $25 materials kit can be purchased at the beginning of the workshop. (For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have an hour break for lunch between Noon-1pm. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.
Open to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens.

About the instructor: Kim Round got her degree in art at Florida State University and taught jewelry workshops in Tallahassee, FL before making the move back home to Maine. She has been teaching Beginning Metalsmithing and other workshops at Artascope since 2016 and is thrilled to be part of a friendly & creative community. She is a member of the Maine Crafts Association and her work can be found at the Center for Maine Craft, Lisa Marie’s Made in Maine and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

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Earrings as Gifts - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2023-12-09 13:30 - 19:30
SOLD OUT.
Saturday, December 9th from 1:30PM-7:30PM
Participants will be guided through jewelry-making basics, from selecting materials, tool use, and safety to cutting and shaping metal to oxidizing and soldering pieces. Make up to four sets of earrings from scratch–textured studs, silver hoops, hammered brass, and torch-fired enamel copper. This course has a $35 materials fee, including handouts to re-create your favorites at home, earring cards, and boxes for gift giving. Beginner level.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $35 materials kit can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.

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Fundamentals of Oil Painting Without Solvents One-Day Workshop
2024-01-14 09:00 - 16:00
Learn a non-toxic method of oil painting that does not require turpentine. We will cover the initial set up and clean up in addition to learning how to apply the paint to various substrates. We will cover a variety of content, painting from observation and also learning how to paint from photographs. We will cover color and composition. The emphasis in this workshop will be learning new ways to work with oil paint. We will even learn how to work with an acrylic paint base coat for oil painting. Please bring your oil paints and a few canvases or wood panels that have been gessoed in advance. Beginners welcome!
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. A supply list can be emailed upon request.
We will have an hour break for lunch between Noon-1pm. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.

About the instructor: Catherine Bickford
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Expressions in Painting WEDNESDAY 6-week Artist Series
2024-01-17 10:00 - 13:00
Starts January 17th (Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
Do you have a desire to explore yourself through acrylic painting? Do you want to learn playful and visually appealing techniques that will help you communicate your artistic vision? This class will instruct you in the basics of expressionist painting techniques such as washes, scumbling, sgraffitto, and adding texture. You will learn about the great expressionist painters such as Henri Matisse and Wassily Kandinsky. And, you will discover a wealth of new tools to improve your paintings through use of value, color and composition.
Great for beginners who wish to learn the essentials of painting or for intermediate painters looking to break out of realism.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. A list of recommended supplies can be emailed upon request.
Masks are optional for this series.

Instructor bio: Anne Schutz is a painter who lives and works in the Greater Portland area. She transforms and interprets Nature’s patterns and design to demonstrate variety of scale, line, form and beauty she observes. Anne received a BS in Studio Art from Skidmore College and a MFA in Painting from Boston University. She has taught art to adults and children regionally.
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Excerpt of student work by Leanne Bard shown in cover image.

Expressions in Painting THURSDAY 6-week Artist Series
2024-01-18 10:00 - 13:00
SOLD OUT.
Starts January 18th (Thursdays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
Do you have a desire to explore yourself through acrylic painting? Do you want to learn playful and visually appealing techniques that will help you communicate your artistic vision? This class will instruct you in the basics of expressionist painting techniques such as washes, scumbling, sgraffitto, and adding texture. You will learn about the great expressionist painters such as Henri Matisse and Wassily Kandinsky. And, you will discover a wealth of new tools to improve your paintings through use of value, color and composition.
Great for beginners who wish to learn the essentials of painting or for intermediate painters looking to break out of realism.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. A list of recommended supplies can be emailed upon request.
Masks are optional for this series.

Instructor bio: Anne Schutz is a painter who lives and works in the Greater Portland area. She transforms and interprets Nature’s patterns and design to demonstrate variety of scale, line, form and beauty she observes. Anne received a BS in Studio Art from Skidmore College and a MFA in Painting from Boston University. She has taught art to adults and children regionally.
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Excerpt of student work by Jeanette March Newton shown in cover image. Full image shown below.

Joy of Watercolor 6-week Artist Series
2024-01-22 13:30 - 16:30
Starts Monday, January 22nd (Mondays from 1:30PM-4:30PM for six weeks.)
NOTE: Masks are required in this series.
Each week, class will dive into one aspect of watercolor painting. Color, water to pigment ratios, composition, brush strokes and value. In the beginning of each session, students will complete several exercises on the daily topic, and then move on to their individual painting project where they will focus on the skills we have just learned. Class is appropriate for all levels.
NOTE: If a class needs to be skipped during this session, a make-up date will be added at the end of the series.
Materials not included.
Click HERE for a PDF showing recommended basic supplies.
Click HERE for a PDF showing Deena’s favorite watercolor materials.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.

About the instructor: Deena S. Ball is a nationally renowned landscape painter known for her innovative use of watercolor in combination with a textured ground and specialized surfaces. She received her BA in Art history and Studio Art from Colby College in Waterville, Maine, and continued her studies at the Pennsylvania Academy of Art and Tyler School of Art. Deena’s work is exhibited extensively throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, and can be found in issues of Watercolor Artist and the annual publications of the watercolor book, Splash. Deena’s work is primarily landscapes with many of her paintings done on location outside. Learn more at www.deenasball.com.
Featured images copyright of Deena Ball.
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Beginning/Intermediate Silversmithing 6-week Artist Series
2024-01-22 18:00 - 21:00
SOLD OUT, but you can add yourself to the waitlist.
Starts Monday, January 22nd (Mondays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks)
​Class dates: 1/22; 1/29; 2/5; 2/12; 2/26; and 3/4. (There is no class on 2/19/24.)
This series will explore the art of silversmithing, introducing participants to the fundamentals of studio tools, processes, safety, cutting, sawing, soldering, textures, and finishes. Through lectures, handouts, and demonstrations, students will uncover jewelry crafting techniques and learn how to apply design principles to their work. Suitable for new and well-versed in alchemical metalwork, this course will also come with a $50 materials kit of sterling silver and brass components.
Fee does not include materials. The $50 materials kit can be purchased directly from the instructor. The kit utilizes sterling silver and brass components.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Open to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is from New Hampshire.

Click here for our inclement weather policy.
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Foundations of Ceramics 6-week Artist Series
2024-01-22 18:00 - 21:00
SOLD OUT, but you can add yourself to the waitlist.
Starts Monday, January 22nd (Mondays from 6PM-9PM for six weeks.)
Enjoy a hands-on educational and artistic experience using clay. Students will learn fundamental making and decorating techniques including wheel throwing, handbuilding and glazing, as well as sculpting techniques such as coil building, pinching and handbuilding to create functional and non-functional work. Weekly projects include making cups, bowls, and plates. Electric kiln-firing will be available and each person will be working at his or her own level with the guidance of the instructor.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Masks are optional for this series.
Fee does not include materials. Clay will be three dollars a pound which covers basic glazing and firing costs.

About the instructor: Barry Harrison attended Arizona State University where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Ceramics.

Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Although there are tools available for use in the studio, if you prefer to have your own tools, these are the basic materials to bring to class:

Basic Pottery Tool Kit
Apron (or wear something that can get dirty)
Small plastic bucket
Rags
Gloves
Dust mask

You can order a Basic Pottery Tool kit from Dick Blick or a local craft store.

Beginning Handbuilding in Clay 6-week Artist Series
2024-01-23 13:30 - 16:30
Starts January 23rd (Tuesdays from 1:30PM-4:30PM for 6 weeks).
Explore sinuous coil techniques, fun pinch pots, and versatile soft slab projects as well as paddle pots. You’ll learn a new technique every week. Glaze your personal pieces and come away with truly unique finished pieces. For beginner level students.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. Clay will be $3/pound which covers glazing and firing costs.

About the instructor: Lee Cummings has over fifty years experience working with clay–thirty as a production potter, taught at Germantown Academy and Unity College, and had a one person show at the University Museum in Bangor, as well as sold her work through Littlefield Gallery and Greenhut Gallery.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.
Click here for our inclement weather policy.

Metalsmithing for Beginners Tuesday 6-week Artist Series
2024-01-23 18:00 - 21:00
SOLD OUT, but you can add yourself to the waitlist.
Starts January 23rd (Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks.)
IMPORTANT: Masks are optional, except when using rotary tools for sanding and buffing.
Learn the basics of jewelry metalsmithing in a fun, relaxed atmosphere–no prior experience required. Each class will introduce tools and techniques to include hammering, soldering, and riveting, as well as ways to shape and texture metal. Class projects include a hammered cuff, fold-formed leaves and simple soldered rings as well as samples to inspire individual creativity and ways to customize projects. This series will also include important information on tool & equipment safety. A class overview can be emailed upon request.
Fee does not include materials. The required $20 materials supply kit can be purchased directly from the instructor. The kit includes brass and copper in various sizes of wire and sheet, one piece of sterling silver for a ring and some other materials to experiment with.
Optional: A selection of sterling silver wire and ready-made bezels and stones is available for additional purchase from the instructor (not required for class projects).
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Open to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens.

About the instructor: Kim Round got her degree in art at Florida State University and taught jewelry workshops in Tallahassee, FL before making the move back home to Maine. She has been teaching Beginning Metalsmithing and other workshops at Artascope since 2016 and is thrilled to be part of a friendly & creative community. She is a member of the Maine Crafts Association and her work can be found at the Center for Maine Craft, Lisa Marie’s Made in Maine and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

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Beginning Wheel Throwing (PART ONE) 6-week Artist Series
2024-01-24 13:30 - 16:30
Starts January 24th (Wednesdays from 1:30PM-4:30PM for 6 weeks).
Learn centering solutions and how to pull up a cylinder the first week. See trimming techniques and finishing options the second week. From there we will cover spouts and handles and glaze techniques. Get the basics and a good foundation with this beginner level wheel throwing class.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. Clay will be $3/pound which covers glazing and firing costs.
Masks are optional in this series.

About the instructor: Lee Cummings has over fifty years experience working with clay–thirty as a production potter, taught at Germantown Academy and Unity College, and had a one person show at the University Museum in Bangor, as well as sold her work through Littlefield Gallery and Greenhut Gallery.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.
Click here for our inclement weather policy.

Foundations of Ceramics WEDNESDAY 6-week Artist Series
2024-01-24 18:00 - 21:00
SOLD OUT.
Starts Wednesday, January 24th (Mondays from 6PM-9PM for six weeks.)
Enjoy a hands-on educational and artistic experience using clay. Students will learn fundamental making and decorating techniques including wheel throwing, handbuilding and glazing, as well as sculpting techniques such as coil building, pinching and handbuilding to create functional and non-functional work. Weekly projects include making cups, bowls, and plates. Electric kiln-firing will be available and each person will be working at his or her own level with the guidance of the instructor.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Masks are optional for this series.
Fee does not include materials. Clay will be three dollars a pound which covers basic glazing and firing costs.

About the instructor: Barry Harrison attended Arizona State University where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Ceramics.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Although there are tools available for use in the studio, if you prefer to have your own tools, these are the basic materials to bring to class:

Basic Pottery Tool Kit
Apron (or wear something that can get dirty)
Small plastic bucket
Rags
Gloves
Dust mask

You can order a Basic Pottery Tool kit from Dick Blick or a local craft store.

Spinner Rings - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2024-01-27 13:30 - 19:30
SOLD OUT.
Saturday, January 27th from 1:30PM-7:30PM
This workshop will guide you through the fundamentals of the metals studio, including tools, safety, soldering, filing, and sanding, to help you create a beautiful and unique spinner ring. This course is suitable for beginners, and there is a $30 materials fee, which will provide you with everything you need to complete your spinner ring.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $30 materials kit can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.
Open to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Bezel Setting One-Day Workshop
2024-02-04 09:00 - 16:00
SOLD OUT, but you can add yourself to the waitlist.
Sunday, February 4th from 9AM-4PM
This workshop will walk students through the technique of bezel setting stone. Students will be introduced to the tools and techniques required to make custom, handmade jewelry. No prior experience needed.
During the first half of the workshop we will cover soldering and setting stones by making a pair of earrings using bezel cups. After the lunch break, we will learn how to measure the stone and construct our own bezel using bezel wire. At the completion of the workshop, you will have mastered the technique of bezel setting and take home a unique, hand crafted pair of earrings and a pendant. Click HERE for an overview.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The materials supply kit is $30 and can be purchased directly from the instructor with Venmo or cash. Extra material will be available for purchase. Students are also welcome to bring their own tools or materials.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have an hour break for lunch between Noon-1pm. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.

About the instructor: Racheal Cooley graduated from Empire State University with a degree in art and biology. She was first introduced to metalsmithing in high school and fell in love with the medium.

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Spinner Rings - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2024-02-10 13:30 - 19:30
SOLD OUT.
Saturday, February 10th from 1:30PM-7:30PM
This workshop will guide you through the fundamentals of the metals studio, including tools, safety, soldering, filing, and sanding, to help you create a beautiful and unique spinner ring. This course is suitable for beginners, and there is a $30 materials fee, which will provide you with everything you need to complete your spinner ring.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $30 materials kit can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.
Open to adults only. Please contact us directly if you are interested in seeing metalsmithing options for teens.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Illustrating Bouquets with Watercolor and Ink One-Day Workshop
2024-02-11 10:00 - 17:00
SOLD OUT.
Sunday, February 11th from 10:00AM-5:00PM
Students of all skill levels will learn dip pen and ink techniques, and integrate them with watercolor. We’ll begin by covering skills for drawing with pen and ink, and watercolor techniques such as glazing, charging, ‘wet on wet’, layering, and more. You will move from short studies and exercises in the morning to a longer study in the afternoon. Rather than creating a formulaic step-by-step painting, you will be given tools for innovation and experimentation, and will finish the day with a totally unique painting of your bouquet.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials.
The materials supply kit is $25 and can be purchased directly from the instructor with cash, check, or card.
We will have an hour break for lunch between Noon-1pm. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.

About the instructor: Claire Loon Baldwin is a Maine-based illustrator, designer, and storyteller inspired by the surreal beauty of nature. She spent several years working as an environmental educator and national park ranger throughout the west, and strives to inspire wonder and reverence for the natural world with her art. In 2018, Claire created the official centennial poster series for Grand Canyon National Park. Since then, clients have included the Maine Audubon Society, the Nature Conservancy, and Down East Magazine. Claire is currently working on her first book illustration project with DK Publishing. View her work at https://www.claireloonbaldwin.com.
Images are copyright of Claire Loon Baldwin.
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Drawing Still Life in Charcoal One-Day Workshop
2024-02-18 09:00 - 16:00
SOLD OUT.
Learn the basics of how to draw from life using vine charcoal. This workshop is great for beginners or those who wish to improve their observational skills. We will focus on interior set ups that allow us to draw for extended periods of time. Instructor Catherine Bickford will demonstrate how to simplify what you see into basic shapes and planes allowing you to create strong composition. We will investigate what it means to understand your own “mark” and will find new ways to relate to the world through drawing.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. Please bring an ample supply of vine charcoal and drawing paper or Strathmore Bristol smooth pad (preferred). You will also need erasers and a chamois cloth.
We will have an hour break for lunch between Noon-1pm. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.

About the instructor: Catherine Bickford
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Torch Fired Enamel - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2024-02-24 13:30 - 19:30
SOLD OUT.
Saturday, February 24th from 1:30PM-7:30PM
Learn the basics of torch firing and fusing colored powdered glass enamel onto vintage pennies or copper shapes to create colorful metal pieces. The materials fee of $30 includes all necessary materials, such as handouts, enamels, opalescent, stringers, ear wires and leather for pendants, and display cards for gift giving. This class will teach you the ancient technique of adding color to metals.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials.
The materials kit is $30 and can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.
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