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How does it work?
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Classes & Workshops 41 Events
The Bascom's Education Department is committed to providing life-enriching experiences through comprehensive arts education for children and adults. We offer a variety of educational programs which include workshops, ongoing classes, Art by Appointment, Open Studio Packages, field trips, demonstrations, community classes, and clubs - designed to meet the needs of artists of all skill levels.
Registration
To register for any of our classes or workshops, simply click the REGISTER button for that class or workshop.
Prefer to register 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.
Lectures & Seminars 11 Events
The Bascom's Education Department is committed to providing life-enriching experiences through comprehensive arts education for children and adults. Our lectures and seminars are designed to provide informative and educational opportunities for 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.
Private Lessons 45 Events
Special Events 16 Events
Clubs & Artist Groups 1 Event
One of the great benefits to becoming a member of The Bascom is having the opportunity to participate with like-minded individuals in one of the clubs or artist groups that convene on our campus.
Resident Artist Series 33 Events
Short Term Resident Artist Series 0 Events
Youth Events 44 Events
Spread your Sculpting Wings
| Spread your sculpting wings in this 4 day hands on intensive workshop with Candice Methe and Christine Kosiba focusing on the creative approach that captures the beauty of birds. Candice will lead participants in building bird inspired vessels utilizing the pinch and coil method. Christine will walk participants through sculpting a wall mounted bird, seated bird and avian themed tiles. Surface treatment will be discussed and Candice will cover terra sigillata and its various applications. Christine will discuss surface treatments and incorporating mixed media into her sculptural pieces. |
Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt
Join The Bascom for a Halloween Scavenger Hunt!
During the Chamber's Halloween Celebration, search for handcrafted ceramic pumpkins, created by students in The Bascom’s Clay Studio, hidden on Main Street. If you find one, be sure to snap a picture and tag us on social media—we’d love to see your discovery!
Youth Pottery - Holiday Serving Pieces
Use the slab roller and slump molds to create a serving tray, plate or bowl.
Ages:
5-18
Intergenerational Pottery - Holiday Serving Pieces
Use the slab roller and slump molds to create a serving tray, plate or bowl.
Ages:
5 and up
Resident Artist Series: Holiday Projects using the Slab Machine
All the basics you need to know about using the slab machine to make a Ornaments, Luminaries, Christmas House/Village (may need more than one class), Serving Pieces for gatherings or Christmas Parties, Bobble Head Santas and Elves, Santa, Gnomes. We have texture pads, themed cookie cutters, etc, for students to use. Students need to bring images and ideas to class. We will glaze on the 12th. We will discuss as a class what we want to make and make a different project each day.
Class Meets:
November: 4th, 5th, 6th, and 12th
Youth Homeschool Pottery - Dish Set
Make a dish set of your very own. Students will make a bowl, plate, cup and spoon, decorate them with texture and glaze them. Finished pottery will be food safe, microwave and dishwasher safe.
Class meets:
November 5,12, 19
Ages:
5-18
Youth Afterschool Pottery - Dish Set
Make a dish set of your very own. Students will make a bowl, plate, cup and spoon, decorate them with texture and glaze them. Finished pottery will be food safe, microwave and dishwasher safe.
Class meets:
November 6,13, 20
Ages:
5-18
Youth Pottery - Luminary Trees
Make a luminary tree that can be used with real or electric candles.
Ages:
5-18
Intergenerational Pottery - Luminary Trees
Make a luminary tree that can be used with real or electric candles.
Ages:
5 and up
Youth Pottery - Ornaments
Come make a variety of personalized ornaments to keep or share with family and friends.
Ages:
5-18
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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