Adult Holiday Classes & Workshops

Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials, a charcuterie board, and refreshments are included, no skills are required – just come ready to create, unwind, and add some artistic spark to your evening.

In this session, learn how to throw a pot on the wheel. Your creations will be fired and ready for pick up three weeks after the class.

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing that is washable.

Price: $150 ($120 for Members)
Location: Ceramics Studio (L47)
Instructor: Danielle James
Date: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

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Find inspiration from AMFA's exhibition The Triumph of Nature: Art Nouveau from the Chrysler Museum of Art to make your own ceramic artwork. Hand form and pinch a decorative ceramic flower dish with colorful petals.

This is a perfect workshop for those without previous clay experience.

Price: $75 ($60 for Members)
Location: Ceramics Studio (L40)
Instructor: Kelly Edwards
Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Explore the art on view in AMFA's exhibition Studio Time + Studio Practice and discover how materials can be transformed by making your own artwork.

Use your hands to construct a clay mug and learn basic ceramic handbuilding methods in the first week, then learn how to colorfully decorate and glaze your mug the following week.

Price: $150 ($120 for Members)
Location: Ceramics Studio (L40)
Instructor: Jenn Perren
Length: Two Weeks
Dates: Tuesdays, December 3 & 10, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Explore the art on view in AMFA's exhibition Studio Time + Studio Practice and discover how materials can be transformed by making your own artwork.

Learn how to shape a cup and/or bowl on the pottery wheel in the first week, then glaze your creations the following week.

Price: $150 ($120 for Members)
Location: Ceramics Studio (L47)
Instructor: Danielle James
Length: Two Weeks
Dates: Tuesdays, November 12 & 19, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Learn the fundamental techniques of handbuilding: pinch, coil, and slab. Explore how to combine these techniques to make functional and sculptural ceramics. Instruction will also cover the basics of glazing.

Price: $230 ($189 for Members)
Location: Ceramics Studio (L40)
Instructor: Jean Mross
Length: Six Weeks
Dates: Mondays, November 11 - December 16, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

One bag of clay will be provided. See supply list for additional required materials.

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Learn the fundamental techniques for making pottery: wedging, opening, centering, and pulling. This class focuses on the processes of wheel throwing to encourage skill building and exploration of making pottery on the wheel.

Price: $230 ($189 for Members)
Location: Ceramics Studio (L47)
Length: Six Weeks
Dates: Mondays, November 11 - December 16, 2024

One bag of clay will be provided. See supply list for additional required materials.

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Jean Mross
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Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Instructor: Vijay Gondhalekar
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Continue to build upon the skills learned in Beginner Handbuilding, with instruction covering how to use drape molds and other available tools and equipment to create free-formed ceramic work.

Intermediate lessons in coiling, pinching, slabs, and glazing will be covered.

Price: $230 ($189 for Members)
Location: Ceramics Studio (L40)
Instructor: Beth Lambert
Length: Six Weeks
Dates: Tuesdays, November 12 - December 17, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisite: Beginner Handbuilding

One bag of clay will be provided. See supply list for additional required materials.

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Open Studio is designed for students to practice and develop their skills in an energetic community-based setting. No instruction is provided. Bisque and glaze kilns will be loaded and fired throughout the session.

Open Studio is available for students to work independently during most of AMFA's business hours. Some classes are scheduled during this time, and registered students will be emailed a schedule that shows when the studio is closed.

Price: $219 ($175 for Members)
Location: Ceramics Studio (L40 & L47)
Dates: November 4 - December 22, 2024
Prerequisite: 8-Week Beginner Handbuilding or Wheel Throwing

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Explore the art on view in AMFA's exhibition Studio Time + Studio Practice and discover how raw materials can be transformed by making your own art.

Use color, writing, layering, and more to create a beautifully expressive journal while exploring art-making and traditional bookbinding techniques.

Price: $75 ($60 for Members)
Location: Flex Studio I & II (L49)
Instructor: Lily Warren
Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Drop in any of these drawing sessions to work in an untutored setting from the draped or undraped model. Each three-hour session will feature a variety of timed poses, providing a dynamic experience for both students and artists.

Must be 18+ to attend, as the sessions may use the undraped model. Instructor moderates the session and is available for critique and questions upon request.

Price Per Session: $25 ($20 for Members)
Location: Drawing Studio (L48)
Instructor: Michael Lierly
Dates: November 13, December 4, December 18
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased from Guest Services before each session.

Students are encouraged to bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store. See supply list for recommended materials. Basic drawing materials will also be available.

Working with an undraped model, learn gestural drawing to capture the model's pose, structural drawing to create correct proportions, and value to build contrast between light and shadow.

This class is perfect for beginners and for intermediate students to hone their drawing skills.

Price: $200 ($162 for Members)
Location: Drawing Studio (L48)
Instructor: Michael Lierly
Length: Six Weeks
Dates: Mondays, November 11 - December 16, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Supplies not included. See supply list for required materials.

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Open Studio offers time for students to practice and develop their skills in an energetic, community-based setting. Students work independently, and no instruction will be provided.

The Drawing Studio will be open during most of AMFA's normal business hours. All registered open studio students will be emailed a schedule denoting when the studio will be closed for other classes.

Price: $219 ($175 for Members)
Location: Drawing Studio (L48)
Dates: Monday, November 4 – Sunday, December 22, 2024
Prerequisite: 8-Week Term of Beginner Painting or Drawing at AMFA

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Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials, a charcuterie board, and refreshments are included, no skills are required – just come ready to create, unwind, and add some artistic spark to your evening.

In this session, create colorful glass marbles over a hot torch flame. Learn how to safely use a gas-fueled torch to shape, control, and melt solid glass rods.

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing that is washable.

Price: $150 ($120 for Members)
Location: Glass Studio (L38)
Instructor: Donnell Williams
Date: Friday, December 6, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

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Learn how to make a glass icicle over a torch flame. Thin and thick glass rods will be used to decorate your icicle into a colorful and eye-catching creation.

Price: $110 ($90 for Members)
Location: Glass Studio (L38)
Instructor: Donnell Williams
Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Create beautiful glass snowflakes to decorate your home or give away as gifts.

Learn about the fundamentals of glass fusing. Learn glass cutting basics to make diamonds and other geometric shapes to form each snowflake's design.

Price: $95 ($78 for Members)
Location: Glass Studio (L38)
Instructor: Sandra Graham
Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Make a decorative glass ornament or sun catcher during this two-day workshop.

On the first day, learn basic techniques to shape glass into beads using a torch. On the second day, use beads and components to create a decorative design.

Beginners are welcome, however some experience is helpful for best results.

Price: $155 ($126 for Members)
Location: Glass Studio (L38)
Instructor: Laurie Ament
Length: Two Days
Dates: November 23 - 24, 2024
Time: Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.; Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Learn the basic techniques of glass fusing!

Cut shapes from glass sheets and prepare colorful mosaic-like designs to fuse and melt in a kiln. Use molds to slump and shape glass into dishes, bowls, and other artistic shapes. Explore the use of Bullseye sheet glass, frit, rods, stringers, and powders.

Price: $200 ($162 for Members)
Location: Glass Studio (L38)
Length: Six Weeks
Dates: Wednesdays, November 13 - December 18, 2024

Supplies not included. See supply list for required materials.

Instructor: Sandra Graham
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Instructor: Donnell Williams
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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Independent Study is for the experienced glass student to focus on self-directed projects.

An instructor will be available to advise and assist students with their projects. No formal instruction is provided.

Price: $200 ($162 for Members)
Location: Glass Studio (L38)
Instructor: Carolyn Garner
Length: Six Weeks
Dates: Mondays, November 11 - December 16, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisite: 8-Week Beginner Fused Glass

Supplies not included. See supply list for required materials.

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Learn how to transform fabric samples and found materials into wearable fashion jewelry using contemporary techniques with internationally renowned artist Dongyi Wu.

Students will investigate simple mold-making and free-form construction methods. Wu will demonstrate how to secure fabric pieces to metal materials using sawing and cold connection techniques. During this process, students will also learn basic hand sewing and embroidery skills and build a sense of connection between fabrics and the human body.

This workshop is designed for novice and experienced artists. All skill levels are welcome!

Price: $120 ($96 for Members)
Location: Metals Studio (L39)
Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials, a charcuterie board, and refreshments are included, no skills are required – just come ready to create, unwind, and add some artistic spark to your evening.

In this session, a gleaming charm will rise from the ashes of silver scrap. After torch-melting the scrap, add texture to your creation through mark-making with hammers and stamps.

If you have small sterling silver scraps you would like to use (like broken chains, single earrings), feel free to bring them.

Price: $150 ($120 for Members)
Location: Metals Studio (L39)
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
Date: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

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Learn how to create a custom bolo tie. Solder bolo hardware to a steel plate and apply color in the design of your choice. Add a bright cord tie and your creation will become a hit at your next holiday party!

Price: $75 ($60 for Members)
Location: Metals Studio (L39)
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

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Learn how to make a small, festive winter-themed dish using colorful polymer clay. Work will be fired after class for later pick up.

Open to all skill levels.

Price: $85 ($69 for Members)
Location: Metals Studio (L39)
Instructor: Danya Golden
Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Make and wear a stack of five "golden" rings in brass inspired by the holiday classic Twelve Days of Christmas. Learn to custom size, shape, and solder brass wire to complete your golden-toned set.

All skill levels welcome. Ages 16+

Price: $85 ($69 for Members)
Location: Metals Studio (L39)
Instructor: Erin House
Date: Sunday, December 1, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

All materials included.

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Earrings to wear and earrings to give — there's time for both in this two-session workshop. Find inspiration from AMFA's exhibition Studio Time + Studio Practice to make your own lightweight enamel-on-steel earrings.

Open to all skill levels. Ages 16+

Price: $135 ($110 for Members)
Location: Metals Studio (L39)
Instructor: Myriam Saavedra
Dates: Thursdays, December 5 & 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

All materials included. See supply list for required tools.

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Design an ornament or another dangling work of art to brighten the season. Using silver-colored tooling metal, emboss your design using hand tools. Finish it off with a hook for hanging and, if you wish, sparkly bead accents.

All skill levels welcome.

Price: $85 ($69 for Members)
Location: Metals Studio (L39)
Instructor: Sharon Landon

All materials included.

Saturday, December 7, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Thursday, December 19, 2024
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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Create reusable gift tags from versatile polymer clay. Applying a resin coating will allow your gift tags to be wiped clean with alcohol and used again and again.

Open to all skill levels. Ages 16+

Price: $81 ($65 for Members)
Location: Metals Studio (L39)
Instructor: Danya Golden
Date: Sunday, December 15, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

All materials included.

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This class is for students experienced in basic silversmithing skills and torch soldering. Students will have access to new processes and techniques to pursue their own self-directed work. The instructor will advise students on their ongoing projects.

Price: $200 ($162 for Members)
Location: Metals Studio (L39)
Instructor: Sigrun Simons-Rank and Erin House
Length: Six Weeks
Dates: Mondays, November 11 - December 16, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Prerequisite: 8-Week Beginner Silversmithing

Supplies not included. Students are responsible for bringing their own materials.

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Make gifts for friends and family! Learn how to make a painting of your pet from the ground up in this exciting one-day workshop. Work from photographs of your pet to get a timeless image of your favorite friend.

Price: $120 ($96 for Members)
Location: Drawing Studio (L48)
Instructor: Sarah Lassiter
Date: Monday, December 16, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Explore water-based painting techniques in this one-day workshop. Learn how to compose a stunning landscape by creating a foreground, middle ground, and background on archival paper.

Students will view landscapes on view in the AMFA Galleries for inspiration. This class is a great opportunity for beginners and experienced painters!

Price: $75 ($60 for Members)
Location: Flex Studio I & II (L49)
Instructor: Cynthia Brucksch
Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Open Studio offers time for students to practice and develop their skills in an energetic, community-based setting. Students work independently, and no instruction will be provided.

The Drawing Studio will be open during most of AMFA's normal business hours. All registered open studio students will be emailed a schedule denoting when the studio will be closed for other classes.

Price: $219 ($175 for Members)
Location: Drawing Studio (L48)
Dates: Monday, November 4 – Sunday, December 22, 2024
Prerequisite: 8-Week Term of Beginner Painting or Drawing at AMFA

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Have fun while making prints with Flatbed Press Master Printer Katherine Brimberry, who has worked with numerous world-renowned artists–including Trenton Doyle Hancock and Suzi Davidoff–to create innovative and unique print editions.

Katherine will show you how to create expressive impressions using Flatbed’s unique approach to Chine Collé, which creates immediate and impressive results. Other techniques will include demonstrations of relief surface rolls and wiping techniques with water-soluble and oil-based inks.

This workshop is perfect for all interests and skill levels, including novice or experienced printmakers.

Price: $90 ($72 for Members)
Location: Flex Studio I & II (L49)
Date: Sunday, November 17, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Art For Two is the perfect one-night class experience for two where you each take home a finished piece. Class materials, a charcuterie board, and refreshments are included, no skills are required – just come ready to create, unwind, and add some artistic spark to your evening.

In this session, discover the joy of printmaking together to create two sets of hand-printed holiday cards. No printmaking experience is necessary!

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing that is washable.

Price: $150 ($120 for Members)
Location: Flex Studio I & II (L49)
Instructor: Kristin Andrews-Karr
Date: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

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Drop in during any of these printmaking sessions to work in an independent setting. The instructor will be available to moderate the session and answer questions upon request.

Price: $25 ($20 for Members)
Location: Flex Studio I & II (L49)
Instructor: Kristin Karr
Dates: November 13 & 20, December 11
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased from Guest Services before the session.

Students are encouraged to bring their own materials or purchase materials from the AMFA Museum Store. See supply list for recommended materials. Basic printmaking materials will also be available.

Learn the fundamental techniques of woodturning with an emphasis on proper tool usage, methods of work holding, cutting versus scraping, and safety.

Sessions include spindle turning and faceplate or bowl turning.

Price: $192 ($157 for Members)
Location: Wood Shop (L37)
Instructor: Kim Fifer
Length: Four Days; Two Weeks
Dates: Fridays & Saturdays, December 6 - 14, 2024
Time: Fridays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Make a cutting board for kitchen use by learning how to use the jointer, planer, table saw, bandsaw, and router. Then, 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: $150 ($122 for Members)
Location: Wood Shop (L37)
Instructor: Andrew Myers
Length: Three Weeks
Dates: Saturdays, November 9 -23, 2024
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

All supplies included.

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Design individual projects with instructor guidance. The scale of projects is limited to small furniture or sculpture. Best practices for machine use will be reviewed and demonstrations will depend on student interest.

Price: $225 ($180 for Members)
Location: Wood Shop (L37)
Instructor: Chad Loucks
Length: Six Weeks
Dates: Tuesdays, November 12 - December 17, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Prerequisite: Instructor Approval

Supplies not included. Students are responsible for providing their own materials.

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