Artascope Studios

Beginner/Intermediate Ceramics Handbuilding 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-05 13:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts Wednesday, November 5th (Wednesday afternoons from 1:30PM-4:30PM for six weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 11/5; 11/12; 11/19; 12/3; 12/10; and 12/17. (There is no class on 11/26.)
During this class you will learn the basics of hand building with clay or advance your skills. You will create both functional and sculptural forms. We will explore pinch pots, slab built and coil pots, as well as other techniques. Students will work at their own level with the guidance of the instructor. This will be a fun, creative, and exciting class.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Series fee does not include materials. Clay and glaze can be purchased from Portland Pottery or from the instructor.

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, which you can purchase from online or local craft stores:
–Basic Pottery Tool Kit
–Apron (or wear something that can get dirty)
–Small plastic bucket
–Rags
–Gloves
–Dust mask

Pastels for Beginners 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts November 5th (Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
Whether you’re new to pastels or are seeking a creative outlet, you’ll learn everything you need to create gorgeous pastel artwork—from tools and materials to simple techniques—such as blending, layering, and shading to create colorful artworks with deep textures. You will learn what paper to use, what types of pastels to choose, and how to protect your finished painting/drawing. A recommended supply list can be emailed upon request.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. A list of recommended supplies can be emailed upon request.
Open to ages 16 and up.

Instructor bio: Meara is a Maine artist currently studying studio art at the University of Southern Maine. Meara has been drawing and painting in her personal art practice for over 7 years, in which she has experimented with many mediums from pastels to 3D design. Taking from her studies at Parsons School of Design and private art mentoring over the years, she uses her own art as a place where whimsical creativity and realism meet. Inspired by fellow artists, Meara has taught art to people of all ages, and finds joy in sharing her skillset and knowledge of the craft with the local community.

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Beginner Bezel Setting Thursday 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Starts Thursday, November 6th (Thursday mornings from 10:00AM-1:00PM for six weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 11/6; 11/13; 11/20; 12/4; 12/11; and 12/18. (There is no class on 11/27.)
This course is a full overview of bezel settings, starting with simple bezels and progressing up to custom setting unusual shapes. The first half of the series is project based. We will be making a pair of earrings, a ring, and a pendant. The second half of the series will be a self-designed project with instructor support. For the final project, a selection of stones will be available but students are also welcome to bring in small stones or objects from home. This is a beginner class, no prior metalsmithing experience is needed!
Fee does not include materials. The materials fee is $40 and includes everything needed to complete the course, including your choice of stones. The materials kit can be purchased directly from the instructor with Venmo or cash at the first class.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.

About the instructor: Racheal Cooley has a degree in art and biology. She was first introduced to metalsmith jewelry making in high school and has had a passion for it ever since. She enjoys helping people discover this medium and has been teaching classes since 2023.
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Expressions in Painting THURSDAY 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Starts November 6th (Thursdays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 11/6; 11/13; 11/20; 12/4; 12/11; and 12/18. (There is no class on 11/27.)
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 Donna Parkinson shown in cover image.

Bangles with Dangles - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-11-08 13:30 - 19:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Saturday, November 8th 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 $35 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 $35 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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Beginner Silver Ring Bands One-Day Workshop
2025-11-09 09:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Sunday, November 9th from 9:30AM-4:30PM
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.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $30 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 midday. 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 and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

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Beginning Wheel Throwing (PART ONE) 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-10 13:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts November 10th (Mondays 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.
Fee does not include materials. Clay and glaze can be purchased from Portland Pottery.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.

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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Click here for our inclement weather policy.

Foundations of Ceramics 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts Monday, November 10th (Mondays from 6PM-9PM for six weeks.)
Students will learn the fundamental techniques used when working with clay. Students will be learning how to make pinch pots, slab built pots, and coil pots. This class will also include an introduction to the Potters Wheel. Students will create both functional and non-functional work, Electric kiln firing will be available and each person will be working at their own level with the guidance of the instructor.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. Clay and glaze can be purchased from Portland Pottery or from the instructor.

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.

Intermediate Metalsmithing - Monday 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Starts November 10th (Mondays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks.)
Expand your knowledge in this experimental intermediate series. Use your skills and knowledge from Beginner Metalsmithing and explore your ideas further in the direction of more advanced jewelry making. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SKETCHBOOK AND PENCIL.
Students will make:

1 pair of earrings
1 ring with bezel set stone
1 pendant with bezel set stone
2 independent study projects (project of your choice with what you have learned)

We will be working with copper, brass, and sterling silver.
Please note: It is important that students have basic metalsmithing knowledge, either through the beginner 6-week metalsmithing course at Artascope or a comparable class.
METALS USED: Copper, Brass & Sterling Silver Mixed Metals
Fee does not include materials. The required $65 materials kit fee can be paid directly to the instructor at the first class via Venmo, CASH, or credit card. Additional supplies can be purchased separately as needed for class projects.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Open to adults only.

About the instructor: Olivia Boi creates jewelry at her home and metals studio in Maine. Sterling silver, brass, and beautifully cut stones are the bread and butter to her practice. She started Strong Moon Metals December 2017 and hasn’t looked back ever since. You can find more of her work on her website, or in person at local shows around the Portland area.

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Metalsmithing for Beginners Tuesday 6-week Artist Series
2025-11-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts November 11th (Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks.)
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 $30 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 and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Make Your Own Bezel Ring or Pendant - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-11-22 13:30 - 19:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT–Join the waitlist!
Saturday, November 22nd from 1:30PM-7:30PM
Take an exciting journey through the fundamentals of the metals studio with this metalsmithing workshop! Learn the basics of tools, safety, soldering, forming, and stone setting as you create your unique bezel ring or pendant. Beginners are welcome; a $35 materials fee will provide all the supplies needed to complete the project. Get creative and craft a beautiful bezel ring or pendant.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials.
The materials kit is $35 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.
Laura’s workshops are open to teens ages 13 and up when accompanied by a parent.

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

Wax Carving Gemstone Ring - Two-Day Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-11-23 09:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Learn how to carve a wax ring, which will be sent out to be cast in Sterling Silver after the first workshop day of Sunday, November 23rd. You will finish the ring on the second workshop day of Sunday, December 14th by adding a bezel cup and setting the gemstone.
Students will choose one gemstone to set in the ring. PLEASE BRING A SKETCHBOOK AND PENCIL.
DAY ONE – November 23rd from 9:30AM-4:30PM
In the first class, students will learn to carve a ring from wax and quickly get to work. Once our design is finished at the end of class we will send the rings out to a caster and then receive them in time for the second class.
DAY TWO – December 14th from 9:30AM-4:30PM
The second part of the workshop will consist of cleaning up the metal casting, creating a bezel cup and soldering to the ring. We will be sanding, filing, cleaning up the ring, setting the stone and polishing the ring for final finish.
$199 workshop fee does not include materials. The $55 materials kit can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop via Venmo, CASH, or credit card. (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 on both days. 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.

About the instructor: Olivia Boi creates jewelry at her home and metals studio in Maine. Sterling silver, brass, and beautifully cut stones are the bread and butter to her practice. She started Strong Moon Metals December 2017 and hasn’t looked back ever since. You can find more of her work on her website, or in person at local shows around the Portland area.

Click here to view our cancellation policy.

CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING
2025-11-27 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
There are no classes or Member Studio Hours on November, 27th, 2025.

Artascope Holiday Craft Fair at Yarmouth Community Center
2025-12-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Yarmouth Community Center, 20 Mill Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Shop for handmade gifts at our holiday show. Join Artascope members and friends on Saturday, Dec., 6th from 9AM-3PM during Yarmouth, Maine’s Hometown Holidays.

Shop local, handmade gifts including fine jewelry, ceramics, fiber art, glass art, and more!
PLEASE NOTE: This event is NOT being held at our studio this year, but instead is being held at the Yarmouth Community Center at 20 Mill Street (in the basement of the Mason Hall Building, which is located behind 317 Main Community Music Center) in Yarmouth, Maine. There is plenty of free parking, plus ADA-approved accessibility for those who need it.
Our event is free to attend. We hope you can stop by to support local artisans!
THERE ARE NO VENDOR SPOTS AVAILABLE. Please do not respond to anyone claiming to have table spaces or looking for money. Don’t be a victim of a scam!

Earrings as Gifts - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-12-06 13:30 - 19:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Saturday, December 6th 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 fee is paid to 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.
Laura’s workshops are open to teens ages 13 and up when accompanied by a parent.

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

Pysanky Egg Dyeing One-Day Workshop
2025-12-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Sunday, December 7th from 9:00AM-4:00PM
NOTE: This workshop was postponed from July 13th to December 7th as of 7/1/25.
Take a journey into the ancient Ukrainian art of Pysanky egg dyeing. In this immersive workshop, you’ll learn the intricate techniques of decorating eggs using wax-resist and progressive dyeing methods, creating stunning and unique designs. Students can expect to create 2 finished eggs, the first being a traditional design with lots of teacher support including oral and written directions/pictures. The second egg can be another design with instructions, or students can use their creativity to produce their own unique designs.
Findings will be available to make the hollow eggs into hanging decorations if desired. Led by mixed media artist Jeanne Lally, you’ll explore the history and symbolism behind Pysanky, as well as master the tools and materials needed to craft your own beautiful creations. No prior experience necessary – all skill levels are welcome!
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $15 materials kit can be purchased from the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.
NOTE: This class can be messy; students are encouraged to wear play clothing or an apron.
We will have an hour break for lunch midday. 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: A lifelong multimedia artist, Jeanne Lally has studied under various artists and delved into many art mediums throughout her life. She is most influenced by her mother, Barbara Lally, herself a self-taught and very accomplished artist. The list of art mediums they have both studied/produced is quite long, including but not limited to enamel on copper, watercolor, oil painting, pastel, shibori, rug hooking, embroidery, batik, and of course pysanky. Barbara noticed the ornately decorated eggs on the cover of a cookbook, and the rest was history. She was a member/juror in the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, taught pysanky in numerous venues, and her pysanky artwork was featured in Yankee Magazine. Jeanne learned the art of pysanky through her mother, and now teaches the craft in honor of Barbara, who passed in 2023.
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Earrings as Gifts - Saturday Metalsmithing Workshop
2025-12-20 13:30 - 19:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Saturday, December 20th 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 fee is paid to 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.
Laura’s workshops are open to teens ages 13 and up when accompanied by a parent.

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

Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Beginner Silver Ring Bands One-Day Workshop
2025-12-21 09:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
SOLD OUT.
Sunday, December 21st from 9:30AM-4:30PM
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.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $30 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 midday. 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 and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

Click here to view our cancellation policy.

PREPARING FOR MOVE TO NEW LOCATION
2025-12-22 - 2026-02-01 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Artascope is closed from December 22nd, 2025 until February 1st, 2026 while our new location at 138 Bayview Street in Yarmouth, ME undergoes renovations.
Classes will resume on February 2nd.
Member hours will resume on February 19th.
Thank you for your patience and understanding! We will be checking email during this break, so feel free to contact us at registration@artascope.com.

Beginning (PART TWO) Wheel Throwing 6-week Artist Series
2026-02-02 13:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts February 2nd (Mondays 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. (New students are welcome if they can throw a three-inch cylinder.)
We will review centering and throwing a cylinder and then proceed to making different bowls, lids, bottles, plus trimming with a chuck and glazing. Also covered will be handles 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 and glaze can be purchased from the instructor.
This series will be held in our new location [opening in early February 2026] at 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME.

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 6-week Artist Series
2026-02-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts Monday, February 2nd (Mondays from 6PM-9PM for six weeks.)
Students will learn the fundamental techniques used when working with clay. Students will be learning how to make pinch pots, slab built pots, and coil pots. This class will also include an introduction to the Potters Wheel. Students will create both functional and non-functional work, Electric kiln firing will be available and each person will be working at their own level with the guidance of the instructor.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Fee does not include materials. Clay and glaze can be purchased from Portland Pottery or from the instructor.
This series will be held in our new location [opening in early February 2026] at 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME.

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.

Beginner/Intermediate Handbuilding in Clay Tuesday 6-week Artist Series
2026-02-03 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts February 3rd (Tuesdays from 10:00AM-1:00PM for 6 weeks).
Explore sinuous coil techniques, fun pinch pots, and versatile soft slab projects as well as paddle pots. Glaze your personal pieces and come away with truly unique finished pieces. Learn five different techniques in the six week session as well as glazing ideas, plus “tricks of the trade” for intermediate students and more technical advice if wanted.
Fee does not include materials. Clay and glaze can be purchased from the instructor.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
This series will be held in our new location [opening in early February 2026] at 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME.

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
2026-02-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts February 3rd (Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks.)
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 estimated $30* materials supply kit can be purchased directly from the instructor. The required 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.
*NOTE: This is an approximate cost and actual kit cost may be different due to the metals market fluctuation in 2026.
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.
This series will be held in our new location [opening in early February 2026] at 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME.

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 and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.
Click here to view our cancellation policy.

Expressions in Painting WEDNESDAY 6-week Artist Series
2026-02-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts February 4th (Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 2/4; 2/11; 2/18; 2/25; 3/11; and 3/18 (There is no class on 3/4.)
This series will be held in our new location (opening in early February 2026) at 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME.
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 Laura Bullock shown in cover image.

Beginner Bezel Setting Wednesday 6-week Artist Series
2026-02-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts Wednesday, February 4th (Wednesday mornings from 10:00AM-1:00PM for six weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 2/4; 2/11; 2/25; 3/4; 3/11; and 3/18. (There is no class on 2/18.)
This course is a full overview of bezel settings, starting with simple bezels and progressing up to custom setting unusual shapes. The first half of the series is project based. We will be making a pair of earrings, a ring, and a pendant. The second half of the series will be a self-designed project with instructor support. For the final project, a selection of stones will be available but students are also welcome to bring in small stones or objects from home. This is a beginner class, no prior metalsmithing experience is needed!
Fee does not include materials. The estimated materials fee is $40* and includes everything needed to complete the course, including your choice of stones. The materials kit can be purchased directly from the instructor with Venmo or cash at the first class. *NOTE: This is an approximate cost and actual kit cost may be different due to the metals market fluctuation in 2026.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
This series will be held in our new location [opening in early February 2026] at 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME.

About the instructor: Racheal Cooley has a degree in art and biology. She was first introduced to metalsmith jewelry making in high school and has had a passion for it ever since. She enjoys helping people discover this medium and has been teaching classes since 2023.
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Intermediate Metalsmithing Wednesday 6-week Artist Series
2026-02-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts February 4th (Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for six weeks).
Class dates: 2/4; 2/11; 2/18; 2/25; 3/4; 3/11.
This series will be held in our new location [opening in early February 2026] at 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME.
Building upon foundational metalsmithing techniques, this class will elevate your existing skills and inspire you to tackle more advanced jewelry projects. We will cover bezel setting for faceted gemstones, saw piercing, soldering techniques, and finishing. Students will move through assigned projects, including a pair of sterling silver “diamond” earrings (or two pendants), but there will be plenty of room for design creativity. Be prepared to learn tips and tricks that will advance your jewelry making to the next level!
Please note: It is important that students have basic metalsmithing knowledge, either through the beginner 6-week metalsmithing course at Artascope or a comparable class.
Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.
Series fee does not include materials. Supply kit is available from the instructor for an estimated $35* when series begins. Additional supplies are available to purchase separately as needed for class projects.
*NOTE: This is an approximate cost and actual kit cost may be different due to the metals market fluctuation in 2026.
Open to adults only.

About the instructor: Carly has been working in the professional jewelry business for 13 years, and started her company, Flux Jewelry Studio in 2018. After learning the basics of fabrication and repair as a bench jeweler, she spent an inspiring year in Florence, Italy, taking classes in gemology, wax carving, rendering, and stone setting. Many of the unique engraved finishes and detail techniques Carly uses in her designs were passed down from the expert hands of jewelers working in the traditional Italian metalsmithing style. In her sunny Westbrook, Maine studio, Carly spends hours twisting fine wires, forming small beads of metal, and engraving each piece. Old world techniques, antique design inspiration, and a fresh take on classic concepts are Flux specialities.

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Expressions in Painting THURSDAY 6-week Artist Series
2026-02-05 10:00 - 13:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Starts February 5th (Thursdays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)
CLASS DATES: 2/5; 2/12; 2/19; 2/26; 3/12; and 3/19. (There is no class on 3/5.)
This series will be held in our new location (opening in early February 2026) at 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME.
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 Susan Tobey shown in cover image.

Beginner Silver Ring Bands One-Day Workshop
2026-02-08 09:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Sunday, February 8th from 9:30AM-4:30PM
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.
$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The estimated $35* 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.)
*NOTE: This is an approximate cost and actual kit cost may be different due to the metals market fluctuation in 2026.
We will have an hour break for lunch midday. 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.
This class will be held in our new location [opening in early February 2026] at 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME.

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 and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

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Signet Ring Wax Carving Two-Day Workshop
2026-02-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
Learn the ancient technique of wax carving in this two-day workshop. In the first class on Sunday, February 15th from 9AM-4PM, you will design, lay out, and carve a signet ring out of wax in your choice of several shapes. We will meet three weeks later on Sunday, March 8th from 9AM-NOON for you to clean up and finish your ring after it is cast in either silver or brass. Basic wax carving, tool use, and finishing techniques will be covered. The casting process will occur off-site during the three weeks between classes. No prior metalsmithing experience necessary.

This class will be held in our new location [opening in early February 2026] at 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME.
$149 workshop fee does not include materials. Kit fee is $40-$80* depending on size of rings, chosen material (brass or silver), and number of rings made. (For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)
*NOTE: This is an approximate cost and actual kit cost may be different due to the metals market fluctuation in 2026.
We will have an hour break for lunch between Noon-1pm on the first workshop day. 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: Carly has been working in the professional jewelry business for 13 years, and started her company, Flux Jewelry Studio in 2018. After learning the basics of fabrication and repair as a bench jeweler, she spent an inspiring year in Florence, Italy, taking classes in gemology, wax carving, rendering, and stone setting. Many of the unique engraved finishes and detail techniques Carly uses in her designs were passed down from the expert hands of jewelers working in the traditional Italian metalsmithing style. In her sunny Westbrook, Maine studio, Carly spends hours twisting fine wires, forming small beads of metal, and engraving each piece. Old world techniques, antique design inspiration, and a fresh take on classic concepts are Flux specialities.
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Wax Carving Gemstone Ring - Two-Day Metalsmithing Workshop
2026-02-22 09:30 - 16:30 | Artascope Studios, 138 Bayview Street, Yarmouth, ME, 04096, United States
In this two-day workshop, Learn how to carve a wax ring, which will be sent out to be cast in metal* after the first workshop day of February 22nd. You will finish the ring on the second workshop day of March 22nd by adding a bezel cup and setting the gemstone.
Students will choose one gemstone to set in the ring. PLEASE BRING A SKETCHBOOK AND PENCIL.
*You will have a choice of bronze or sterling silver for the cast ring–see kit options under the description.
DAY ONE – February 22nd from 9:30AM-4:30PM
In the first class, students will learn to carve a ring from wax and quickly get to work. Once our design is finished at the end of class we will send the rings out to a caster and then receive them in time for the second class.
DAY TWO – March 22nd from 9:30AM-4:30PM
The second part of the workshop will consist of cleaning up the metal casting, creating a bezel cup and soldering to the ring. We will be sanding, filing, cleaning up the ring, setting the stone and polishing the ring for final finish.
$199 workshop fee does not include materials. Students can choose to make a bronze ring for an estimated* materials cost of $55 per ring OR $80 materials cost per ring for sterling silver. Kit includes: Jewelers Carving Wax, Gemstone, Casting Labor Fee & the cost of the Metal.
*NOTE: This is an approximate cost and actual kit cost may be different due to the metals market fluctuation in 2026.
The materials kit must be purchased from the instructor on the first workshop day via Venmo, CASH, or credit card.
(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 on both days. 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.

About the instructor: Olivia Boi creates jewelry at her home and metals studio in Maine. Sterling silver, brass, and beautifully cut stones are the bread and butter to her practice. She started Strong Moon Metals December 2017 and hasn’t looked back ever since. You can find more of her work on her website, or in person at local shows around the Portland area.
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