Try out different methods of handbuilding pottery. In this three-day workshop we will explore pinch pots and using slabs to create functional and decorative ceramics. Student work will be finished in a variety of ways, including underglaze and glaze, and will be fired after the class and available for pickup in two to three weeks.

Ages:

5-18

Let’s dive into the wonderful world of watercolor! Young artists will explore different watercolor techniques to create their own watercolor masterpieces. Jump in!

Artists will have the opportunity to try their hand at watercolor in a variety of techniques. This workshop is perfect for those who haven’t tried watercolor in a while, or those who are brand new to the medium!

Hip, hip, hooray! Printmaking is fun in every way! Young artists will ink, press and roll printmaking designs they create using a variety of techniques! Come on down!

Artists will have the opportunity to try different printmaking techniques. Weather you are totally new to printmaking, or you just need a refresher, this workshop is perfect for you!

Get ready to wind up and roll out! Young artists will learn and practice all things felt in this fluffy and bright workshop! Join the fun!!

Artists will have the opportunity to learn the long-loved medium of Needle Felting! If you’re a novice or a budding professional artist, all are welcome to learn a new technique and experience the peace and joy of Needlefelting!

Join ceramic sculptors Thaddeus Erdahl and Beau Raymond for a hands-on workshop exploring dynamic glazes, slips, and finishes. Learn to layer vibrant colors, carve and sand surfaces, and apply polychromatic cold finishes to bring your ceramic work to life. Open to all skill levels, this workshop offers expert guidance and experimentation, leaving you with custom test tiles and new techniques to inspire your future projects.

Class Schedule: 9 AM–Noon & 1 PM–4 PM

In this class you will learn to create realistic flowers in clay to adorn wall pocket vases. In addition to the wall pockets, each student will receive one thrown greenware vase to decorate using the techniques discussed. Students will make a all packet vase and get one greenware vase to apply clay flowers to on August 27th and glaze their creations on September 3rd. 

Class Schedule: 10 AM–Noon

Ignite your creativity with encaustics! Explore the art of layering melted colors to create vibrant, dynamic works. Perfect for all skill levels, this workshop encourages experimentation and finishes with at least three completed paintings each day. Returning and new artists are warmly welcomed!