Take advantage of our fully equipped printmaking studio and work on our own projects on your own time! This pass gives you unlimited access to our print studio during open studio hours for the entire spring class season,  April 1 - June 28, 2025. This is not a class and is for experienced printmakers only. Artists are responsible for their own ink and paper. Open Studio hours will be sent to all registrants.

We require anyone new to our print studio to set up a time to meet with a member of our staff so we can show you the studio and answer any questions in person. Please contact info@garrisonartcenter.org to make an appointment.

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

This class is for intermediate and advanced students only.

In this class, we’ll explore the art of layering colored clays, creating pieces through both hand building and wheel throwing.Teaching Artist Kim Waldhauer will start by guiding students through making their own colored clays using slip and stains — a hands-on, creative process from the very beginning. From there, Kim will share her knowledge of creating patterns, as well as embracing the beautiful surprises that come with the process. 

We’ll wrap up with a glazing session, with special instruction on how to let the clay’s natural colors take center stage, rather than get lost under the glaze. Students choose their own colors — within the wonderful range that the stains make possible. 

Registration for this class includes a materials fee for mason stains. Additional materials and firing fees will be required. 

 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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

Early Fall Session: No class on October 4 + 11

Late Fall Session: No class on November 29

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.

No class on October 4 + 11

Beginner Printmaking: Your gateway to a new (ancient) art form

This class will give students the fundamentals of printmaking, with the goal of making the artform accessible to all, even those who do not think of themselves as “artists.” We would work on monotype (both trace and traditional) and linocut. Half of the sessions would be devoted to monotype and half to linocut, giving students an introduction to printmaking techniques, the time to build their skills and confidence, and the opportunity to get creative and play with these processes. This class would be heavily guided, while encouraging individuality of each student.

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.