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Kids and Teens

Children's Pottery

$265

with Renee Curci Ivanoff

Calendar Current session started 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. 

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

$140

with Kat Boss

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 Current session started Sep 18, 2026 at 3:30 pm, runs for 8 weeks

Ages: 13 - 19

Two different days are now available!

No Friday classes on October 2 and 23.

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.

Family Clay Studio

$280

with Renee Curci Ivanoff

Calendar Current session started 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. 

Full Course
Worldbuilding for Teens
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Worldbuilding for Teens

$175

with Kat Boss

Ages: 13 - 19

New this session: Visual development for teens, designed for building an original world of your own creation. Participants will create characters and immersive settings through concept art, model sheets, and otherworldly illustrations, drawing inspiration from favorite fantasy and science fiction artists and writers. A variety of traditional materials will be available to use, and participants are welcome to bring any digital formats they enjoy. 

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.

Fundamentals of Filmmaking for Teens

$185

with Jacob French

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 18, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Ages: 13 - 19

Learn the basics of filmmaking, including: how to run a set, shot composition, lighting design, and fundamentals of editing. A camera is required for this class, but that could be anything from a phone, to a DSLR, to a cheap camcorder. Additionally, a computer with editing software is necessary: the instructor recommends Adobe Premiere Pro, but DaVinci Resolve is an entirely functional free alternative. While gear is not the focus of the class, students will have the opportunity to use industry standard equipment in a mock film set in-class. By the end of the class, students will have guidance in making a short film of their own. While covering the basic elements of filmmaking, the instructor will also be flexible in exploring areas of interest for the class.This class is designed for teens of all skill levels.

Students are responsible for providing their own camera and computer.

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.

Painting through the Ages

$140

with Rosa Núñez

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 20, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 9 - 12

Step into the world of art history! In this class, kids explore a new artist or art movement each session, learning what made each style unique. After a short, engaging look at a specific artist and their techniques, students dive into their own acrylic or tempera painting inspired by that era. By the end of the session, kids will have built a personal collection of original works while gaining a hands-on understanding of some of art history's biggest movements.

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.

Story Time Studio

$155

with Kat Boss

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 30, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 4 weeks

In this class for children ages 7 to 11, booklovers will craft their own mini picture book with a story and style of their design. Taking a closer look at favorite children’s books, ones in the studio and brought from home, artists will consider what processes were used, how it works together with the story’s words, and what kind of story they would like to share.

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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