Adult Classes

Learn the three fundamental techniques of handbuilding: pinch, coil, and slab, and explore how to combine these techniques to make functional and sculptural pots. Learn the basics of glazing.

THREE-WEEK CLASSES

Three-week classes are designed to introduce students to AMFA’s class structure. For ease, all materials are provided for these abbreviated classes.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class on Memorial Day), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jean Mross
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Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class on Memorial Day), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Carl Napolitano
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jacqueline Currie
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 2023 (no class July 4), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Jacqueline Currie
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 2023 (no class July 4), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Jennifer Perren
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FIVE-WEEK CLASSES

Five-week classes are designed for the committed student. Supply lists will be distributed in March and students are responsible for purchasing their materials.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding Studio

Mondays: June 26 - July 24, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Jean Mross
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Mondays: June 26 - July 24, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Carl Napolitano
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Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023 (no class July 4), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jacqueline Currie
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Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023 (no class July 4), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Carl Napolitano
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Wednesdays: June 28 - July 26, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Jennifer Perren
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jean Mross
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Jean Mross
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Carl Napolitano
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jacqueline Currie
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Laura Phillips
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Carl Napolitano
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Learn how to center and open clay, create basic forms on the potter’s wheel, and apply glaze. This class focuses on process rather than product to encourage skill building and uninhibited exploration of the possibilities of the wheel.

THREE-WEEK CLASSES

Three-week classes are designed to introduce students to AMFA’s class structure. For ease, all materials are provided for these abbreviated classes.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Wheel Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Ryan Sniegocki
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Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Jean Mross
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Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Vijay Gondhalekar
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jean Mross
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Danielle James
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FIVE-WEEK CLASSES

Five-week classes are designed for the committed student. Supply lists will be distributed in March and students are responsible for purchasing their materials.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Wheel Studio

Mondays: June 26 - July 24, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Ryan Sniegocki
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Mondays: June 26 - July 24, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Vijay Gondhalekar
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Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023 (no class July 4), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Ryan Sniegocki
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Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023 (no class July 4), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Jean Mross
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Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023 (no class July 4), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Danielle James
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Ryan Sniegocki
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Ryan Sniegocki
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Danielle James
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Saturdays: August 5 - September 2, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Corina Fedorowicz
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Ryan Sniegocki
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Jean Mross
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Danielle James
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In this three-week class, you will work from a live model to create quick 15-minute gestural figure sculptures. Learn basic handbuilding and cold finishing techniques, and participate in a group critique.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Carla Davis
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Open studio sessions are available from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 11:00 am to 5:00 pm on Sundays this spring, allowing intermediate and advanced students to develop their practice in an energetic community-based setting.

No instruction will be provided for these sessions: a studio monitor will be on hand for purchasing clay and supplies.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding and Wheel Studios
Dates: May 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, and 30; June 1, 4, 6, 8, and 11

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In this three-week class, students are encouraged to work on ceramics projects of their own design with assistance from faculty.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding and Wheel Studios
Prerequisite: Two handbuilding or wheel classes

Thursdays: May 18 - June 8, 2023 (no class May 25), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Tony Bockhold
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Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023 (no class May 25), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Fletcher Larkin
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Build on the basics with drape molds and intermediate assembly techniques to take your pots to the next level.

THREE-WEEK CLASS

Three-week classes are designed to introduce students to AMFA’s class structure. For ease, all materials are provided for these abbreviated classes.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding Studio
Prerequisite: Handbuilding Experience Required

Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023 (no class May 26), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jacqueline Currie
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FIVE-WEEK CLASSES

Five-week classes are designed for the committed student. Supply lists will be distributed in March and students are responsible for purchasing their materials.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding Studio
Prerequisite: Introduction to Handbuilding or instructor permission

Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: India Childress
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Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
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Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Fletcher Larkin
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Build on basic wheel skills to create thrown and assembled pots for functional and non-functional use.

THREE-WEEK CLASSES

Three-week classes are designed to introduce students to AMFA’s class structure. For ease, all materials are provided for these abbreviated classes.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Wheel Studio
Prerequisite: Introduction to Wheel Throwing or instructor permission

Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Fletcher Larkin
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Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023 (no class May 26), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
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FIVE-WEEK CLASSES

Five-week classes are designed for the committed student. Supply lists will be distributed in March and students are responsible for purchasing their materials.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Wheel Studio
Prerequisite: Introduction to Wheel Throwing or instructor permission

Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
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Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Fletcher Larkin
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Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Tony Bockhold
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Fletcher Larkin
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Tony Bockhold
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This three-week class is designed for intermediate students who want to advance their throwing skills by repeating a form until it becomes muscle memory.

Using a potter’s wheel, you will be challenged to repeat the same form for the entirety of the class — with a goal of 50 pots. Be amazed at the improvement from the first class to the last, then choose the five best pots to glaze and fire.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Ceramic Wheel Studio

Saturdays: May 20 - June 10, 2023 (no class May 27), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Fletcher Larkin
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Bring your little one and create something special together! This class is for parents and children to learn basic ceramics handbuilding, decoration, and glazing techniques and make a collaborative clay creation. Tuition includes one adult and one child (all ages).

THREE-WEEK CLASS

Three-week classes are designed to introduce students to AMFA’s class structure. For ease, all materials are provided for these abbreviated classes.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding Studio

Saturdays: May 20 - June 10, 2023 (no class May 27), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Laura Phillips
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FIVE-WEEK CLASS

Five-week classes are designed for the committed student. Supply lists will be distributed in March and students are responsible for purchasing their materials.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding Studio

Saturdays: August 5 - September 2, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: India Childress
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In this five-week class, learn how to make pots that take advantage of the unique surfaces possible with soda firing.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Wheel Studio
Prerequisite: At least one ceramics class or instructor permission

Wednesdays: June 28 - July 26, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Dain Couch
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Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Dain Couch
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In this five-week class, learn how to use low fire red earthenware as the clay of choice. Earthenware fires at a lower temperature and can be decorated with brightly colored underglazes. Low fire clay is appropriate for functional and sculptural works.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding Studio

Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023 (no class July 4), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Laura Phillips
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Wednesdays: June 28 - July 26, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jacqueline Currie
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Wednesdays: June 28 - July 26, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Laura Phillips
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Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jacqueline Currie
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Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Laura Phillips
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In this five-week class, you will work from a living model to create a portrait in terra cotta clay. Learn roughing out the cranium, modeling the individual features, and capturing a likeness.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding Studio

Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Michael Warrick
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In this five-week class, students are encouraged to work on projects of their own design with assistance from faculty.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Handbuilding Studio
Prerequisite: Two handbuilding classes or instructor permission

Fridays: June 30 - July 28, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Julie Holt
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Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: India Childress
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Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Julie Holt
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In this five-week class, students are encouraged to work on projects of their own design with assistance from faculty.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Ceramic Wheel Studio
Prerequisite: Two wheel classes or instructor permission

Fridays: June 30 - July 28, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
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Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
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Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
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Discover how this modern technology is changing the drawing world by learning to draw on a tablet device, gaining understanding of the different digital brushes, tools, and techniques one can use when sketching on a screen.

THREE-WEEK CLASS

Three-week classes are designed to introduce students to AMFA’s class structure. For ease, all materials are provided for these abbreviated classes.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Sundays: May 14 - June 4, 2023 (no class May 26), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Phillip Rex Huddleston
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FIVE-WEEK CLASS

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Saturdays: July 1 - 29, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Phillip Rex Huddleston
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In this three-week class, explore what can be done with the simple stick figure. Learn how to make a figure move, dance, and tip its hat. Progress to drawing from a draped model in the final class.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Drawing Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 15, 2023 (no class May 29), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Michael Lierly
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Thursdays: May 18 - June 8, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Robert Bean
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In this three-week class, make figure drawings and paintings look lively and inspired by capturing the movement and structure of the figure. This class teaches the angles and dynamics of the human body and how to build a drawing from the ground up.

This class works from the draped model.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Drawing Studio

Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Robert Bean
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Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023 (no class May 26), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Michael Lierly
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In this three-week class, learn some of the historic ways artists approach portraiture and create a unique self-portrait.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Printmaking/Youth Studio

Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Chris Cotton
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These crayons aren’t the ones you used in elementary school: conté crayons were developed in France in the 18th century and were used by many of the world's greatest artists, including Picasso, Delacroix, and Degas.

Explore the possibilities of this often-overlooked drawing tool!

THREE-WEEK CLASSES

Three-week classes are designed to introduce students to AMFA’s class structure. For ease, all materials are provided for these abbreviated classes.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Elly Bates
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Jeremy Couch
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Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Nancy Wilson
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TEN-WEEK CLASS

Ten-week classes are designed for the committed student. Supply lists will be distributed in March and students are responsible for purchasing their materials.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Mondays: June 26 - August 28, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Jeremy Couch
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In this three-week class, learn about the characteristics of pastels and charcoal as drawing media and explore the possibilities of using them together.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Drawing Studio

Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Robert Bean
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Jeremy Couch
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In this three-week class, explore the many varieties of artists’ pencils, explore carbon, graphite, colored pencil and more.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Drawing Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 5 (no class Memorial Day), 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Nancy Wilson
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Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Elly Bates
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Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023 (no class May 26), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Suzzette Patterson
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Drawing the human body from life is a dynamic discipline that many artists continue to practice throughout their lives.

In this three-week class, no instruction is provided; however, individual critiques can be requested from the facilitator.

This class uses the undraped (nude) fine arts model, 18+ only.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Drawing Studio

Tuesdays: May 16 - May 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Facilitator: Sasha Mirzoyan
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In this five-week class, examine methods of drawing landscapes. Learn how composition works in a landscape, how to handle the edges of the image, and how the light changes outdoors. Work in charcoal, graphite, and conte crayon.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Saturdays: July 1 - 29, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Cynthia Brucksch
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In this ten-week class, learn how to see like an artist. Perfect for the true beginner, this class teaches how to see shape and form with an overview on drawing. Gain understanding of composition, perspective, light and shadow. This class is the first of the foundation skill classes.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Tuesdays: June 27 - September 5, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Robert Bean
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Thursdays: June 29 - August 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Jeremy Couch
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In this ten-week class, learn the basic types of pastels available to the artist, what to use them on, and how to safely preserve them. Learn how to blend colors and create dynamic artworks that use this well-loved medium.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Mondays: June 26 - August 28, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Dominique Simmons
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In this ten-week class, learn what the different types of charcoal are, how to use them effectively, and what tools you can combine with charcoal for rich, darkly dramatic effects.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Wednesdays: June 28 - August 30, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Chris Cotton
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In this ten-week class, learn how to use the pencil properly, as well as what kind of graphite options the artist has. Learn how to create shades, bold and soft lines and all the nuances that graphite allows.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Mondays: June 26 - August 28, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Chris Cotton
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In this ten-week class, journey into the world of figure drawing by using a combination of structural forms and gesture drawing to make lifelike figures that dance and move across the page. Learn how to see the underlying forms of the figure and how to capture a sense of dynamic movement.

This class is great for beginners to figure drawing and is a strong refresher for those with some experience.

Note: This class will use the undraped (nude) model.

Price: $414 Members / $486 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio
Prerequisite: Basics of Drawing (with other Foundation classes recommended)

Wednesdays: June 28 - August 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Robert Bean
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In this ten-week class, gain an understanding of the concepts and techniques behind good compositions in 2D image making.

Learn how to see the broad sections and shapes of a composition, how to use balance effectively, and what creates strong emphasis using the AMFA Foundation Collection and temporary exhibitions for reference.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Thursdays: June 29 - August 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Robert Bean
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In this ten-week class, gain an understanding of how light and shadow work in drawing and painting.

Learn about the properties of light, what to look for or how to create the right kind of light, as well as the different types of shadows and lights and how to differentiate them on the page. Learn to create shadows in various media through additive and subtractive processes.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Fridays: June 30 - September 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Michael Lierly
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In this ten-week class, learn the history of this dynamic medium and how to use it as an artist. Learn using both the brush and the pen and how to create both line and tone.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Wednesdays: June 28 - August 30, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Elly Bates
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In this ten-week class, work from a variety of poses with the undraped (nude) model. These sessions include timed poses for short gesture drawings and longer poses.

This class does not offer formal instruction, but feedback can be requested by a student.

Price: $414 Members / $486 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Tuesdays: June 27 - September 5, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Michael Lierly
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In this ten-week class, no formal instruction is provided, although an instructor is available to answer questions and give feedback when requested.

Designed for students needing extra studio time and an opportunity to create a group setting.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Tuesdays: June 27 - September 5, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Debbie Poe
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In this three-week introduction to the flame shop, learn the basic skills of heating glass, applying it to a mandrel, and shaping it with tools to make a bead. Learn important decorative techniques, such as making dots and trails.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Glass Studio

Sundays: May 14 - June 4, 2023 (no class May 28), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Laurie Ament
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Saturdays: May 20 - June 10, 2023 (no class May 27), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Laurie Ament
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In this three-week class, learn to work with borosilicate (hard) glass over the torch. Borosilicate is very resistant to shock, which makes it well-suited for countless artistic projects.

Explore the creation of borosilicate beads, marbles, and pendants while learning new methods for applying color to glass objects.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Glass Studio

Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: TBD
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Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023 (no class May 26), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: TBD
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In this three-week class, learn the basics of sculpting glass flowers out of borosilicate glass. Working with a bench torch, explore how to apply color and shape petals, leaves, tendrils, and more.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Glass Studio

Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Kim Lynch
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In this three-week class, learn basic techniques of cutting, fusing, and slumping glass. Students will be introduced to a variety of materials that can be used to create color and pattern in glass to make a unique and functional dish.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Glass Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Denise Kimbrough
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Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Carolyn Garner
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Wednesdays: May 17 - May 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Carolyn Garner
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In this three-week class, discover what can happen when glass is used in a painterly manner. Using clear and colored sheet glass with glass powders, create imagery and depth in a 4” x 6” glass postcard. Learn resist and sand blasting techniques to enhance and finish the postcards.

We do not recommend mailing these postcards through the U.S. Postal Service.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Glass Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Sandra Graham
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Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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In this five-week class, learn the tools and techniques that you will need to create fused glass art.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Glass Studio

Mondays: June 26 - July 24, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Denise Kimbrough
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Mondays: June 26 - July 24, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: TBD
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Denise Kimbrough
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: TBD
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In this five-week class, learn the advanced techniques of fusing and slumping glass into molds and creating fused glass art.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Glass Studio
Prerequisite: Introduction to Fused Glass or instructor permission

Mondays: June 26 - July 24, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Carolyn Garner
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Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Kim Lynch
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Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Carolyn Garner
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Kim Lynch
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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In this five-week class, learn the tools and techniques that you will need to create glass beads and glass art.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Glass Studio

Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Laurie Ament
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Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Fridays: June 30 - July 28, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Laurie Ament
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Saturdays: July 1 - 29, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Laurie Ament
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Saturdays: August 5 - September 2, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Laurie Ament
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Laurie Ament
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In this five-week class, learn the tools and techniques that you will need to create glass murrini to incorporate into glass art projects.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Glass Studio

Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023 (no class July 4), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Sandra Graham
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Wednesdays: June 28 - July 26, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Sandra Graham
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Wednesdays: June 28 - July 26, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: TBD
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Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Sandra Graham
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Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: TBD
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Sandra Graham
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In this five-week class, learn the tools and techniques for working with Borosilicate glass and creating glass art.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Glass Studio

Wednesdays: June 28 - July 26, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: TBD
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Fridays: June 30 - July 28, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: TBD
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Fridays: June 30 - July 28, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Saturdays: July 1 - 29, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: TBD
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Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: TBD
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Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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Saturdays: August 5 - September 2, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Donnell Williams
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In this three-week class, make a bronze medallion out of metal clay, a pliable material that fires to solid metal in a kiln. Choose a shape and add embellishments to make a gleaming focal pendant for a necklace assembled with stones and beads in the final class.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Metals Studio

Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Orsini
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Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Sarah Mendel Johnson
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Learn the basics of enameling (applying powders and liquids containing colored glass) on copper, and fire it in a kiln for a rich, glossy, colorful finish.

THREE-WEEK CLASSES

Three-week classes are designed to introduce students to AMFA’s class structure. For ease, all materials are provided for these abbreviated classes.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Metals Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
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Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Burke Johnston
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FIVE-WEEK CLASSES

Five-week classes are designed for the committed student. Supply lists will be distributed in March and students are responsible for purchasing their materials.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Metals Studio

Mondays: June 26 - July 24, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
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Mondays: June 26 - July 24, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
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Tuesdays: June 27 - July 25, 2023 (no class July 4), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
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Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
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In this three-week class, learn how to use hefty mallets and metal stamps to personalize charms, bracelet blanks, and more. Explore related metal texturing techniques.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Metals Studio

Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Brandy McNair
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Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Brandy McNair
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Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Erin House
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In this three-week class, learn knotting and bead weaving techniques using colorful beads and stones, along with cords and leather, to make a beautiful bracelet designed to focus on intentions.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Metals Studio

Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Laurie Smith Prud'homme
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Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023 (no class May 26), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Orsini
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Saturdays: May 20 - June 10, 2023 (no class May 27), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jann Greenland
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Broken necklaces, single earrings, and the bottom layer of your jewelry box–bring it all to this class and create something new!

In this three-week class, add beads and findings from our collection and even trade objects with classmates to create new jewelry.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Metals Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Rachel Fletcher
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Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Rachel Fletcher
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In this three-week class, learn to solder and fabricate simple wire rings in a variety of widths and textures. This beginner-friendly introduction to using a torch will also introduce other essential metalsmithing skills, like shaping metal, filing, sanding, and establishing safe habits.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Metals Studio

Sundays: May 14 - June 4, 2023 (no class May 28), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Landon
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Landon
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Sarah Mendel Johnson
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In this five-week class, continue exploring your ideas in enameling and learn additional surface design techniques.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Metals Studio
Prerequisite: Introduction to Enameling

Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Burke Johnston
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In this five-week class, learn basic silversmithing skills and the metals studio, including torch soldering and adding texture to metal.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Metals Studio

Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023 (no class July 4), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Erin House
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Tuesdays: June 27 - August 1, 2023 (no class July 4), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Erin House
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Wednesdays: June 28 - July 26, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Laura Brooks
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Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Erin House
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Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Laurie Smith Prud'homme
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In this five-week class, continue learning foundation silversmithing skills, create a bezel setting for a cabochon stone, and explore cold connections.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Metals Studio
Prerequisite: Introduction to Silversmithing - Part 1

Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Sandy Chai
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Erin House
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Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Jann Greenland
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In this five-week class, learn how to condition, form, and embellish silver metal clay to make pendants and earrings. Work will be fired between classes.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Metals Studio

Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Landon
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Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Landon
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Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Landon
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In this five-week class, take your metal clay work to the next dimension and learn how to add volume to your forms. Experiment with base metal clays. Work will be fired between classes.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Metals Studio
Prerequisite: Introduction to Metal Clay

Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Landon
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In this five-week class, learn the basics of working with polymer clay, the chameleon of jewelry media. Go bright, go faux, go anywhere you want with this flexible, toaster oven-fired wonder.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Metals Studio

Fridays: June 30 - July 28, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Danya Golden
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Sundays: July 30 - August 27, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Danya Golden
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Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Danya Golden
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In this five-week class, combine silk, waxed linen, leather, and hemp cord with stone, glass, and metal beads to make bracelets, necklaces, and earrings.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Metals Studio

Fridays: June 30 - July 28, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Rachel Fletcher
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Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Rachel Fletcher
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In this ten-week class, students experienced in foundation silversmithing skills and torch soldering will access new processes and techniques and can pursue their own work with the guidance of an instructor.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Metals Studio
Prerequisite: Introduction to Silversmithing Parts 1 and 2 or equivalent

Mondays: June 26 - August 28, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Lydia Martin
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Wednesdays: June 28 - August 30, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Jann Greenland
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In this three-week class, create exciting geometric patterns on cloth through resist-dying with clamped wooden blocks, in the Japanese tradition of Itajime Shibori. Use the miter saw, bandsaw, and sanders to make matching sets of wood shapes. After finishing shapes, clamp them onto folded fabric scarves and dye them in an indigo vat.

Reference books with traditional Itajime patterns and instructions will be in the studio.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Flex Studio II

Saturdays: May 20 - June 10, 2023 (no class May 27), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Hannah Genevieve Lawrence
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In this three-week class, build a wooden frame loom for weaving and learn how to make unique wall hangings. Cut, drill, and assemble a 15” x 19” loom. Learn various tapestry weaving techniques such as tabby weave, soumak, and rya knots. Students are encouraged to bring other yarn and materials for weaving.

Some time out of class may be required to finish weaving.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Wood Shop

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Liz Koerner
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In this five-week class, learn to tie macrame knots to create a range of projects. After each of the first four class meetings, take home a new macrame wall hanging, as well as a pattern booklet that reviews the week’s knots.

In the final session, create a wall hanging incorporating the various knots taught throughout the session.

Price: $185 Members / $221 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Sundays: June 25 - July 23, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Hannah Genevieve Lawrence
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Sundays: July 30 - August 27, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Hannah Genevieve Lawrence
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In this three-week class, learn about the different types of watercolor paints, media, brushes, and surfaces. Work with a basic palette of traditional watercolors and learn how to prepare surfaces, care for brushes, and get started painting with watercolor.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Flex Studio

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Joel Boyd
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Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Chris Cotton
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Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Suzzette Patterson
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In this three-week class, learn about the different types of oil paints, media, brushes, and surfaces. Work with a limited palette of traditional oil colors and learn how to care for brushes and get started painting with oils.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Flex Studio

Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Sarah Lassiter
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Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Sarah Lassiter
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In this three-week class, learn about acrylic paints, media, brushes, and surfaces. Work with a palette of basic colors and discover how to care for brushes and get started painting with acrylics. Explore why some artists prefer them over other paints.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Flex Studio

Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Joel Boyd
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Sarah Lassiter
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Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Debbie Poe
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Using the new grounds of the AMFA as inspiration, we're take painting and sketching outdoors.

In this three-week class, use thumbnail sketches to work out composition issues and find different angles of the same scene emphasizing mood, color, and atmosphere.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Drawing Studio

Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: David Paul Cook
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If you love the way watercolor moves across the page but are looking for a deeper, more opaque color palette—add gouache to your painting toolbox!

In this five-week class, discover how to apply this unique paint to surfaces and build up layers of opaque color and expression.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Joel Boyd
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In this five-week class, explore materials beyond the canvas and brush and incorporate collaged elements into artworks. Build a collaged piece through using a variety of media, including paint.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Sarah Lassiter
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In this five-week class, concentrate on using experimental techniques with acrylic paints, including pouring liquid acrylics. Learn to alter surfaces using acrylic paint skins, rice paper, tissue paper, and other multimedia strategies.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Debbie Poe
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In this five-week class, learn how this exciting movement from the mid-twentieth century changed the world of art. Learn how Abstract Expressionist artists applied paint, approached subject matter and the idea of self-expression, then create works inspired by this period of art history.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. (SOLD OUT)
Instructor: Catherine Rodgers

In this five-week class, learn how the Cubists like Picasso and Braque approached making art, from breaking down realistic forms into abstractions to their choices of color and shape.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Nancy Wilson
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In this five-week class, learn how to approach painting en plein air—painting outside in the open air. Learn how to work with changing light, how to set up a workspace outdoors, and see examples from art history and contemporary art.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Saturdays: August 5 - September 2, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Cynthia Bruscksch
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In this five-week class, learn how to use underpainting to set a painting up for success by building a set of values on the canvas, blocking in a composition, and layering in the start of color harmonies.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Sarah Lassiter
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In this five-week class, create watercolors not intended to be hung on walls. Use sketchbooks, greeting cards, accordion books, screens, lamplighters, bookmarks, and personal displays as your canvas. Use watercolors, pen/ink, colored pencils, and mixed media to capture beauty indoors and out in an artist journal.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Fridays: August 4 - September 1 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: David Paul Cook
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In this five-week class, learn to include tranquility and simplicity in watercolor landscapes. Paint iconic Arkansas scenes such as Pinnacle Mountain, the Arkansas River, pines, willows, and cypress trees. Seek the spirit of each landscape.

Projects and instructor guidance will be provided for each class.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: David Paul Cook
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In this five-week class, create portraits while learning the ins and outs of working with watermedia. Learn how to block in core forms, build up values, and mix colors to give realistic, convincing, and expressive skin tones.

Try working from the life model, from a photograph, and framing yourself as the model with a self-portrait, all with easy to mix and clean watermedia.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Emily Wood
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In this ten-week class, learn how to mix colors, what types of brushes to use, and ways to approach making a painting with acrylics. Learn what to paint on from canvas to paper and everything in between.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Thursdays: June 29 - August 31, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Emily Wood
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In this ten-week class, learn how oil paints are made, how to mix them, and what to paint on. Gain confidence in using these paints and how they work. This class will focus on the technical aspects of this wonderful medium.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Fridays: June 30 - September 1, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Jeremy Couch
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In this ten-week class, learn how watercolors are made, how they work, and the basics of painting with them. Learn how to layer, use washes and alternative methods like drybrushing.

This class is perfect for beginners and those with no formal training in the use of watercolor.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Tuesdays: June 27 - September 5, 2023 (no class July 4), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Sarah Lassiter
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In this ten-week class, learn and explore the power of watermedia, including watercolor and acrylics, as an expressive art form.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Thursdays: June 29 - August 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Suzzette Patterson
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In this ten-week class, no formal instruction is provided, although an instructor is available to answer questions and give feedback upon request.

Designed for students needing extra studio time and an opportunity to create a group setting.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Drawing Studio

Tuesdays: June 27 - September 5 (no class July 4), 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Debbie Poe
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In this five-week class, gain experience talking and thinking on your feet. This introductory improv class focuses on trusting the game and being a good partner. Improv helps hone skills in communication, creative thinking, and teamwork.

No experience required.

Price: $96 Members / $120 Non-Members
Location: Performing Arts Theater

Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Instructor: Brett Ihler
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In this five-week class, explore the craft of screenwriting. Build skills and knowledge needed to tell a story in a professional screenplay form, while honing skills in creative thinking and communication.

Students will leave the course having completed at least one short script.

Price: $96 Members / $120 Non-Members
Location: Theatre Flex Classroom

Tuesdays: August 8 - September 5, 2023, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Instructor: Michael Scott
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Relief printing is the process of printing from a raised surface where the non-image areas have been cut away.

In this three-week class, learn how to get started with relief printmaking through carving linoleum. Explore methods of transferring images to a plate and learn about carving tools and techniques.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Flex Studio II

Sundays: May 14 - June 4, 2023 (no class May 28), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Kristin Andrews-Karr
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Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Kristin Andrews-Karr
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Thursdays: May 18 - June 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Eleanor Dickinson
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Drypoint is an intaglio printmaking method that involves scratching an image into a plate with a pointed tool. Intaglio printmaking is the opposite of relief printmaking as it is the sunken areas of the plate that print rather than the raised areas.

In this three-week class, learn how to etch a metal plate, ink it, and pull a print using the printing press.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Flex Studio II

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: David Warren
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Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Melissa Gill
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Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023 (no class May 26), 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: David Warren
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In this three-week class, work in collaboration with other printmakers or independently in a variety of traditional and experimental techniques.

No instruction is provided for these sessions; a studio monitor will be on hand for technical questions and assistance with the press.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Flex Studio II

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 6 - 9 p.m.
Studio Monitor: Kristin Andrews-Karr
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In this five-week class, design work on fabric and paper incorporating both printmaking and sewing. Create line and pattern through stitching and learn to merge both with printing from the press.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Kristin Andrews-Karr
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In this five-week class, students will learn image building, ink wiping, and printing.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: David Warren
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In this five-week class, come work with other students in an open studio environment as you continue developing your printmaking skills.

Instructor is on hand to help with technical issues and can arrange critiques by request.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Saturdays: August 5 - September 2, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: David Warren
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In this ten-week class, learn the basics of relief printing.

Explore the use of linoleum, wood, and other materials as you learn the foundational skills of using the printing press and how to make a plate or print matrix. Ink your plate and pull editions of your work from the press.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Saturdays: July 1 - September 2, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Kristen Andrews-Karr
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In this ten-week class, learn the art of monoprint, Xerox lithography, collagraph, and collage.

This course is great for both experienced printmakers and beginner students who are looking to experiment on and off the press.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Wednesdays: June 28 - August 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Eleanor Dickinson
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In this ten-week class, come work with other students in an open studio environment to continue developing your printmaking skills.

Instructor present in studio to help with technical issues and can arrange critiques by request.

Price: $360 Members / $432 Non-Members
Location: Flex Studio

Mondays: June 26 - August 28, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Kristin Andrews-Karr
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In this three-week class, learn how to make a wooden bangle bracelet out of walnut and learn how to use the drill press, bandsaw, sanders, and hand tools. Embellish the bracelet by carving it, burning a design, or painting it.

Once finished, seal with a non-toxic oil/wax blend that will bring out the beauty of the wood.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Wood Shop

Tuesdays: May 16 - 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Julia Napolitano
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In this three-week class, learn how to build a classic five-board toolbox with a carrying handle using pine wood. You’ll learn how to safely operate the miter saw, bandsaw, drill press, and sanders.

Use the toolbox to store gardening tools, a household repair kit, bike tools, or anything else that needs a sturdy, easy-to-carry box.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Wood Shop

Mondays: May 15 - June 5, 2023 (no class Memorial Day), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Kim Arcega
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In this three-week class, learn techniques for creating texture and color on wood: carve with chisels and gouges, create hammered patterns, and create curved surfaces with files and rasps.

Learn how to use milk paint, including layering and sanding for a “weathered” look. Explore through making samples and bring a small object from home to work on, if desired.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Wood Shop

Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Sandra Sell
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In this three-week class, bring a broken chair from home and learn how to repair it. The class will cover common chair problems, basic hand and power tools, gluing-up, and clever methods for clamping.

Learn about wood as a material and how grain direction and joinery type affect the longevity of furniture construction.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Fridays: May 19 - June 9, 2023 (no class May 26), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Peter Scheidt
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In this three-week class, learn how to make these classic, simple boxes using the bandsaw and sanders. Students will work from two design templates, making either a small, lidded box or one with drawers.

After practicing the basic steps, leave the class capable of making your own designs—the possibilities are endless.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Wood Studio

Sundays: May 14 - June 4, 2023 (no class May 28), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Andrew Myers
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In this three-week class, make a cutting board for kitchen use. Learn how to use the jointer, planer, table saw, bandsaw, and router in this great foundational workshop. Sand the cutting board and apply a food–safe finish.

Choose from domestic hardwoods on hand: maple, walnut, and cherry. Mix and match for a unique design.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Wood Shop

Wednesdays: May 17 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Gary Fults
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In this three-week class, learn the basics of the lathe while turning a functional and beautiful rolling pin to use in your kitchen. Learn how to prepare wood blanks, mount, and turn them.

After shaping and sanding the rolling pin, seal it with a food–safe finish.

Price: $180 Members / $216 Non-Members (all materials included)
Location: Wood Shop

Thursdays: May 18 - June 8, 2023 (no class June 1), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Kim Fifer
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In this three-week class, build a small Shaker style side table out of hardwood and learn how to use all the major equipment in the shop. Mill lumber to size using the jointer, planer, and table saw.

Taper legs, cut joinery with a domino joiner, and sand each part before gluing and finishing the table. Work from a standard design with minor size and proportion adjustments possible.

This class meets twice a week and all materials are included.

Price: $240 Members / $288 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Tuesdays and Thursdays: May 16 - June 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Liz Koerner
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In a traditional Japanese toolbox, the lid is locked into place by a tapered wedge.

In this five-week class, build a small version of this clever design. Work from provided plans, making a box approximately 5” x 10” x 3”.

Price: $195 Members / $231 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Julia Napolitano
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In this five-week class, make a keepsake box for holding photos, memorabilia, or other special items. Work from instructor design with some size variation possible. Learn how to mill boards and cut box-joints.

Price: $195 Members / $231 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Julia Napolitano
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Fridays: August 4 - September 1, 2023, 2 - 5 p.m.
Instructor: Reed James
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In this five-week class, learn techniques for woodcarving and make a small tabletop sculpture. Use hand and power tools such as saws, carving knives, gouges, chisels, spokeshaves, rasps, files, drills, rotary tools, and sanders.

Price: $191 Members / $227 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Thursdays: June 29 - July 27, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Sandra Sell
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Wednesdays: August 2 - 30, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Instructor: Sandra Sell
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In this five-week class, learn the fundamental techniques of woodturning with emphasis on selection of a lathe, proper tool usage, methods of work holding, cutting vs scraping, and safety.

Sessions will include spindle turning and faceplate or bowl turning.

Price: $234 Members / $270 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Mondays: June 26 - July 24, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Kim Fifer
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Intermediate woodturning picks up where Introduction to Woodturning left off.

In this five-week class, students will be introduced to bowl design, dry vs. green woodturning, harvesting bowl blanks from a tree vs use of “dry wood,” natural edge bowls, lidded boxes, and platters.

Price: $234 Members / $270 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop
Prerequisite: Introduction to Woodturning

Mondays: July 31 - August 28, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Kim Fifer
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In this five-week class, make a wood picture frame for an artwork or photograph (maximum size 15” x 15”). Students will measure and cut frame stock, use the Festool Domino joiner to create strong miter joints, and use a router to chamfer or round-over edges.

Price: $210 Members / $246 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Saturdays: July 1 - 29, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Andrew Myers
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In this five-week class, make a wooden spoon and spatula to use in the kitchen and learn the basics of woodcarving. Machines and techniques covered will include the bandsaw, drill press, carving knives, gouges, rasps, spokeshaves, scrapers, sanding, and finishing.

Price: $185 Members / $221 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Thursdays: August 3 - 31, 2023, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Kim Arcega
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In this ten-week class, design a small four-legged table and learn how to make your tabletop, legs, and aprons from rough lumber. Create mortise-and-tenon joinery and taper legs with a tapering jig.

Students will purchase lumber with instructor guidance. Project size limited to end table or smaller.

Price: $372 Members / $444 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Tuesdays: June 27 - September 5, 2023 (no class on July 4), 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Gary Fults
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In this ten-week class, learn the basic properties of wood and how to safely transform it from rough lumber into a finished project using the jointer, planer, table saw, band saw, drill press, chop saw, hand and power tools.

Each student will make a cutting board and a small keepsake box.

Price: $389 Members / $461 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Wednesdays: June 28 - August 30, 2023, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Liz Koerner
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This class is open to students with previous woodworking experience only.

In this ten-week class, design individual projects with instructor guidance. Scale of projects limited to small furniture or sculpture. Best practices for machine use will be reviewed. Demonstrations will depend on student interest.

Students are responsible for providing their own materials.

Price: $371 Members / $443 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Fridays: June 30 - September 1, 2023, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Instructor: Gary Ahlstrom
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In this ten-week class, begin with learning a variety of wood sculpture techniques and progress to developing a finished piece. Demonstrations will depend on student interest but may include woodcarving, milling, joinery, and making kinetic elements. Incorporate additional media if desired.

Wood provided for initial samples. Students are responsible for providing their own materials for final project.

Price: $373 Members / $445 Non-Members
Location: Wood Shop

Tuesdays: June 27 - September 5, 2023 (no class July 4), 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Liz Koerner
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