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Youth Classes & Workshops

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.

25
Jun
2025

Kids Clay Camp - Handbuilding Camp

June 25, 2025 2:00 pm - June 27, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$120.00
Kids Clay Camp - 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

01
Jul
2025

Kids Handbuilding Camp

July 1, 2025 2:00 pm - July 3, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$150.00
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

08
Jul
2025

Kids Clay Camp - Wheel Throwing Camp

July 8, 2025 2:00 pm - July 10, 2025 3:30 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$120.00
Kids Clay Camp - Wheel Throwing Camp

Try out making pottery on the wheel. Students will practice the basics of learning to center and throwing small bowls, cups and plates. Work will be fired and glazed after the class and be available for pickup three weeks after class ends.

Ages:

8-18

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

12
Jul
2025

Youth Pottery - Treasure Shelf (July)

July 12, 2025 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s):
$60.00
Youth Pottery - Treasure Shelf (July)

Make a shelf with nooks for all your tiny treasures

Ages:

7 - 18

12
Jul
2025

Intergenerational Pottery - Treasure Shelf (July)

July 12, 2025 1:30 pm -3:30 pm
Instructor(s):
$75.00
Intergenerational Pottery - Treasure Shelf (July)

Make a shelf with nooks for all your tiny treasures.

Ages:

7 and up 

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

22
Jul
2025

Kids Clay Camp - Handbuilding Camp (3)

July 22, 2025 2:00 pm - July 24, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$120.00
Kids Clay Camp - Handbuilding Camp (3)

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

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

26
Jul
2025

Youth Pottery - Leaf Trays

July 26, 2025 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$60.00
Youth Pottery - Leaf Trays

Use a real leaf to imprint texture in clay and decorate with whatever you can imagine. Feel free to bring in a leaf, or choose from the ones we will have available.

Ages:

5-18

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