This class will focus on using improv tools to be fully engaged in the moment, create incredible teamwork, and enhance creative thinking -- all in the back-drop of fun, games and laughter.
In this class, students will work on an embroidery sampler together over 6 weeks. They will learn a variety of embroidery stitches by stitching together and following the pattern on a Dropcloth Sampler.
In this course we will focus on creating a set of functional pottery. Depending on your skill level, this may be a set of cups, bowls, mugs, or plates. Or maybe a pair of candlesticks? Your set(s) may include two or more matching pieces and you will get to establish your definition of “matching.” Beginners and/ or intermediate students are welcome.
Learn the basics of tarot card meanings and practical techniques for integrating tarot into your daily life.
In this beginner class, students will learn how to use watercolor materials, loosen up, and let the process flow. Areas of focus will include, composition, color, and painting in both the abstract and representational. No pre-requisites are required.
Short form improv is the art of listening, failing wonderfully, turning up the volume of your imagination while turning down the volume of your self critic, and transforming that into action on stage. We will learn group exercises to help develop these skills. We will then move on to short form improv scenes on stage, working together to build provocative narrative. This class is great for beginners as well as those with experience in improv.
Beginners are welcome in this class where we will examine the steps necessary for creating on the potter’s wheel.
Students in this class will learn classical Indian dance steps and hand gestures, and have the opportunity to practice with music.
An invitation to explore movement via improvisational practice in an open level workshop. This space is open to all people, bodies, and experiences and will center BlaQueer & Trans realities of being and community.
This class is designed for beginners, but is also ideal for those who may need a refresher on their basic skills.
Be Here Now is a one-day workshop that will focus on using improv tools to be fully engaged in the moment, create incredible teamwork, and enhance creative thinking, all in the back-drop of an afternoon of fun, games and laughter.
In this workshop, design wearable mini mosaic art created with colorful stained glass bits and Millefiori (Italian for “a thousand flowers”).
As springtime comes to the Piedmont, this class will focus on making pots to hold plants -- vases and planters of all types!
We will cover using high-temp wire with clay, talk about designing for wearability, and combining glazed and fired pieces with wire, cord, and chain. Students can expect to make earrings, necklaces, and more!
For those interested in creating vessels from natural materials, traditional weaving techniques, and the therapeutic qualities of working with your hands.
In this course, we will use traditional weaving techniques and non-traditional materials to create both sculptural and functional vessels. There will be instruction in methods of weaving and netting with adjustments for different material tensions. Bring your plastic bags, random bits of rope, scrap wood and more! Class is beginner friendly and open to all levels.
Students of this workshop will gain the skills needed to create their own wearable art using this amazing, timeless medium.
Prerequisite: at least one beginning wheel-throwing course. This is a mixed-levels course during which we will investigate wheel-throwing tools.
Check out our upcoming performance on April 29th at 7pm: The Magic of African Rhythm! This family-friendly show is a singing, dancing, and drumming adventure that explores traditional African culture. Tickets are only $10! Join us for an all-ages tapestry printmaking event following the performance.
Intended for students who have taken a pottery class, or made pottery, in the last year.