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Children's Pottery

$265

with Renee Curci Ivanoff

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 16, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 8 weeks
1 additional session on Sep 17, 2026

Ages: 7 - 12

Two different days are available.

Our teaching artist, Renee Curci Ivanoff, will guide young artists through the techniques of working with clay: pinch, slab, coil, and wheel. Students will be introduced to both hand-building and the pottery wheel. Continuing students will develop and push their skills in all ways with adaptive projects that will meet everyone at their own level. This class is for students ages 7-12 of all skill levels.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. 

Open Studio for Seniors
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Open Studio for Seniors

$65

with Beth Bohrer

Calendar Next session starts Sep 17, 2026 at 10:30 am, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session on Oct 22, 2026

This class is designed for senior students who are self-motivated and have their own projects to work on. Instructor will be working on their own piece, for students to observe and to be inspired by. Students are encouraged to bring in their own reference photos to work from. Pastels will be available for use; all other materials need to be supplied by the student. 

Students are encouraged to bring a lunch or snack for a half-hour break during the class.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Portrait Drawing and Painting
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Portrait Drawing and Painting

$320

with Beth Bohrer

Calendar Next session starts Sep 17, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session on Oct 22, 2026

This class will focus on the fundamental features of the face. We'll draw and paint from a live model, learning to capture a likeness or an abstraction — your choice. Together we'll study the proportions and personality of the model, with instruction on the shapes and features of the eyes, nose, mouth, and hair. Bring your own materials to work with: watercolor, pastels, acrylic, or charcoal.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Little Artists in a Big World
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Little Artists in a Big World

$140

with Kat Boss

Calendar Next session starts Sep 18, 2026 at 3:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 7 - 11

No class on October 2

In this class for children ages 7 to 11, artists will explore samples of art and processes from every continent and have the opportunity to experiment, learn, and create their own pieces inspired by the vast and rich art forms beyond our backyard.  

This class is scheduled to be in our print studio, which is only accessible by stairs. 

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Pottery for Teens

$340

with Renee Curci Ivanoff

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 18, 2026 at 3:30 pm, runs for 8 weeks
1 additional session on Sep 19, 2026

Ages: 13 - 19

Two different days are now available!

No Friday classes on October 2 and 23.

No Saturday classes on October 3, 10, 24, and November 28.

We are pleased to offer a pottery class just for teens!

This class will provide a break from the stress of middle and high school and serve as an excellent place to nurture their inner selves while learning all aspects of ceramics. Students will focus on developing skills in wheel throwing, hand building, surface design, and glazing.

No experience required! Teenagers at all levels of experience can be accommodated in our small classes. For teens ages 13 and up.

Firing fees and material costs are the responsibility of each student.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Finding Your Voice: A Writing Class
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Finding Your Voice: A Writing Class

$185

with Louise Bokkenheuser

Calendar Next session starts Sep 18, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 5 weeks

No class on October 2

Are you writing a memoir? Have you been taking notes for a novel but are unsure where to begin? Do you wonder if your work is ready for submission? This five-week course is intended for writers of fiction and nonfiction who want to hone their craft. Through readings, discussions and editorial feedback of up to 20 pages of your writing, we’ll explore voice, structure and revision to best tell the stories that matter.

No class on May 22

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Family Clay Studio

$280

with Renee Curci Ivanoff

Calendar Next available session starts Sep 19, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 8 weeks

No classes on October 3, 10, 24, and November 28.

For kids from 7 to 17 plus you, their family member! Set a date with your child, niece, nephew, or friend, and join us on Saturday mornings. Have fun creating, exploring, and working with clay together. Family Clay Studio is a wonderful way to share and create with clay. You’ll work together learning how to hand-build, throw on the wheel, glaze, and learn a bit about the kiln. Your glazed and fired pieces will be your clay treasures to take home.  Class runs for 3 weeks and includes materials and firing fees.

This class is for families ONLY, not for individuals. Price is by the individual, please purchase a spot for each family member. 

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. 

Cyanotype
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Cyanotype

$240

with Kaelin Martin

Calendar Next session starts Sep 20, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session on Nov 15, 2026

Early Fall Session: No class on October 4 + 11

Cyanotype: A Photographic Method

Discover the magic of cyanotype, one of the oldest photographic printing processes. This class gives participants extended time to explore intricate designs on both paper and fabric. In addition to printing with natural objects, students are welcome to bring exposed film and other transparencies to experiment with. Through demonstrations and guided practice, participants will have the support they need along with room to explore independently.

This class is for adults and mature teenagers of all skill levels and includes 6 hours a week of open studio time. All materials are included. 

 

This class is scheduled to be in our print studio, which is only accessible by stairs. 

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.





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