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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.
- Register for a Workshop
- Create your username and password during the registration process
- Check your email (Don't see it in your inbox? Check your junk/spam folder and mark it as not junk/spam)
- Click on the activation link in the email and... Voila! You're good to go!
Adult 29 Events
The Bascom's Education Department is committed to providing life-enriching experiences through comprehensive arts education for children and adults. Our classes and workshops are designed to meet the needs of artists of all skill levels in a variety of mediums.
Registration
To register for any of our classes or workshops, simply click the REGISTER button for that class or workshop.
Prefer to resister over the phone? Call 828.526.4949.
REFUND POLICY (Please Read)
50% of your tuition payment is a non-refundable deposit. In the event that a student requests cancellation prior to 45 days of class/workshop commencement, he/she will be offered a course transfer or refund of 50% of the tuition payment. If a student cancels within 45 days prior to the first day of class, no refund will be made. The Bascom reserves the right to cancel any program that does not meet minimum enrollment, and full refunds will be issued.
Youth 34 Events
Our youth classes and workshops are designed specifically for younger artists below the age of 18 years old to explore, develop, and get real hands-on instruction in a variety of mediums. Our youth classes and workshops are designed specifically for younger artists below the age of 18 years old to explore, develop, and get real hands-on instruction in a variety of mediums.
All Ages 16 Events
Resident Artist Series: May Glaze Testing
This class is about glaze and how to get the results you want. We will use test tiles to test glaze combinations, investigate different techniques for applying glaze, fire pieces in oxidation and reduction, and create and mix new glazes. Students need to bring some bisque ware (cone 6 and cone 10) for this class.
Class Meets:
May 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 20th, and 22nd
Youth Homeschool Pottery: Shadow Boxes
Build a clay box and create a scene to go in it.
Class meets:
May 7, 14, and 21
Ages:
7-18
Youth Afterschool Pottery - Shadow Boxes
Build a clay box and create a scene to go in it.
Class meets:
May 8, 15, and 22
Ages:
7-18
Cold Finishes for Ceramic Sculpture
One of the many questions we have with clay in a workshop environment is, how do I finish this piece? With functional pottery, there is a wide variety of glazes that are beautiful, as well as functional. In the world of sculpture, we have the option to use finishes from other art mediums and apply them onto our pieces. In this workshop, we will play and explore with a wide variety of finishes – from pastels to powdered graphite to acrylic paints and so many things in between!
Class Schedule: 9 AM–Noon & 1 PM–4 PM
Youth Pottery - Name Plaques
Make a customized name or address plaque for your space.
Ages:
5 - 18
Exploring Printmaking through Nature
Explore the magic of printmaking in this one-day workshop with artist Mia Loia. Suitable for all skill levels, the class includes creating monoprints with natural specimens and carving relief blocks inspired by wildlife. Learn to use ink and a press to craft repeatable works on paper.
Intergenerational Pottery - Name Plaques
Make a customized name or address plaque for your space
Ages:
5 and up
Beginner’s Mind
During this three day workshop, your instructor, Cath Connolly Hudson will guide you through the fundamentals of painting as well as introduce you to concepts of Impressionistic style. You will explore how to use color for emotional expression and how to describe light and space. Whether you are coming back to painting or just beginning this workshop is for you.
Agateware Throwing Carving Workshop
During this 2-day, hands-on, intensive workshop with Eck McCanless, participants will learn how to make Agateware on the wheel and carve it to reveal patterns similar to wood grain or peacock feathers. I will go over all the tips and tricks I have learned from being a professional potter for the past 30 years with a sole focus on Agateware for the past 13.
Class Schedule: 9 AM–Noon & 1 PM–4 PM
Beginning Drawing with Oil Pastels
Discover the beauty of oil pastels in this fun, three-day workshop! Learn a painterly, impressionistic approach to drawing with vibrant colors, exploring layout, values, texture, and color theory. Activities include still-life drawing, on-location landscapes, and recreating a favorite landscape photo. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike!
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Visit: 323 Franklin Road
Highlands, NC 28741 (Map It)
Call: 828-526-4949 (Main)
828-787-2892 (Ceramics Studio)
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
Funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more at SouthArts.org.
Funding is due in part to a Tourism Grant with Visit Highlands, NC. Learn more HighlandsChamber.org