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The Bascom is working towards creating a more integrated and user-friendly experience for our visitors. Please read the following information to familiarize yourself with the process.

How does it work?

Whenever you register for a class or workshop online, you'll be prompted to create a user account during the registration process. The information you provide there can then be used to log in here.

  1. Register for a Workshop
  2. Create your username and password during the registration process
  3. Check your email (Don't see it in your inbox? Check your junk/spam folder and mark it as not junk/spam)
  4. Click on the activation link in the email and... Voila! You're good to go!

 

09
Jul
2025

Playing with Prints

July 9, 2025 10:00 am - July 11, 2025 1:00 pm
Instructor(s): Leslie McDonald
$225.00
Playing with Prints

Print, trade, and play! Young artists will explore a variety of printmaking techniques including Gelli printing and carved block printing. We’ll create a collection of original Artist Trading Cards and learn how to share and swap with friends. A perfect blend of creativity and connection.

Ages 7-12

15
Jul
2025

Why gorgeous GRAYS are the secret for greater faster, growth: Unlock this fun world of painting.

July 15, 2025 9:00 am - July 18, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Bill Davidson
$700.00
Why gorgeous GRAYS are the secret for greater faster, growth: Unlock this fun world of painting.

Unlock the magic of Gorgeous Grays with Bill’s engaging and non-judgmental approach to mastering design, values, shapes, and color harmony. Learn how grays enhance your ability to see and create compelling compositions with harmonious color and scintillating temperature shifts. Bill combines his artistic expertise with neuroscience insights to simplify complex concepts and make learning faster, easier, and more enjoyable. Build confidence and elevate your skills with this transformative workshop experience!

16
Jul
2025

STEAM Smart Art Camp

July 16, 2025 10:00 am - July 18, 2025 1:00 pm
Instructor(s): Leslie McDonald
$225.00
STEAM Smart Art Camp

Where science meets creativity! This camp introduces kids to the exciting intersections of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Through hands-on projects, participants will learn how curiosity and creativity can power innovation and artistic expression.

Ages 7-12

23
Jul
2025

Mixed Media Magic

July 23, 2025 10:00 am - July 25, 2025 1:00 pm
Instructor(s): Leslie McDonald
$225.00
Mixed Media Magic

Anything goes in this colorful, experimental workshop! Participants will combine a wide range of materials and techniques—painting, drawing, collage, and more—to create bold, abstract works of art. Perfect for artists of all skill levels who love to explore and express themselves.

Ages 7-12

23
Jul
2025

Watercolors that Zing

July 23, 2025 10:00 am - July 25, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Carol Conti
$450.00
Watercolors that Zing

Create vibrant watercolor paintings with unique textures and contemporary flair! Learn to use Gesso for stamped effects and work on diverse substrates, guided step-by-step by award-winning artist Carol Conti.

24
Jul
2025

Artist Talk with Ben Owen III

July 24, 2025 4:00 pm -5:00 pm
Instructor(s):
Free
Artist Talk with Ben Owen III

Join us for an artist talk with Ben Owen III

25
Jul
2025

Soda Firing and Wheel Throwing

July 25, 2025 9:00 am - July 29, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ben Owen III
$900.00
Soda Firing and Wheel Throwing

Discover the art of soda firing in this hands-on workshop with Ben Owen III. Participants will glaze and fire their pieces, explore surface techniques like flashing slips and brushwork, and assist with kiln adjustments. Time in the studio will focus on wheel-throwing, shaping, and assembling functional and decorative pottery, with insights into Ben’s design philosophy and the traditions of Seagrove, NC. Bring 10-20 small to medium bisque-fired pots to participate.


 

30
Jul
2025

Working Out- Exercises for Observational Painting

July 30, 2025 10:00 am - August 1, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ben Hamburger
$500.00
Working Out- Exercises for Observational Painting

Strengthen your perceptual and painting skills with focused exercises in color, composition, and paint application. This class, designed for experienced painters, combines direct observation, still-life setups, and group critiques to refine your unique style. Suitable for acrylic and oil painters.

30
Jul
2025

Kids Handbuilding Camp

July 30, 2025 2:00 pm - August 1, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$120.00
Kids Handbuilding Camp

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

06
Aug
2025

Contemporary Landscape Painting using Traditional and Abstract Techniques

August 6, 2025 10:00 am - August 8, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Chris Groves
$650.00
Contemporary Landscape Painting using Traditional and Abstract Techniques

Combine classical landscape painting techniques with principles of abstraction to push beyond the basics. This workshop explores mark-making, color theory, and composition while experimenting with mediums like Cold Wax and Galkyd for texture and layering. Includes demos, discussions, and one-on-one guidance.

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Opening Hours

Exhibitions & Shop (Winter Hours)
Tuesday - Saturday; 10 am - 5 pm

Studio Barn (Winter Hours)
Monday - Saturday; 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday; Noon - 5 pm

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Visit: 323 Franklin Road
Highlands, NC 28741 (Map It)

Call: 828-526-4949 (Main)
828-787-2892 (Ceramics Studio)

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This project was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Learn more at NCArts.org

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 Funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more at SouthArts.org.

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 Funding is due in part to a Tourism Grant with Visit Highlands, NC. Learn more HighlandsChamber.org