Instructor: Sophie Spies

Learn to work with borosilicate tubing to create blown ornaments, beads, vessels, and other forms. Learn how to transfer a section of tubing to a blow-pipe, proper use of a blow hose, and apply even heating to form bubbles. We will introduce color techniques and how to control heat and handle molten bubbles of glass to shape them with your breath. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Donna Prunkard

Glass beadmaking is your chance to work with hot glass on a small scale. Learn to melt rods of glass in a propane-oxygen flame, wrap the molten glass onto a mandrel, and then use heat and gravity to shape a round bead. You will pull stringers (thin strings of glass) and use them to decorate your beads with dots, lines and simple flowers. We'll also cover basic torch safety, glass terminology, annealing, and bead cleaning. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Donna McCord

Expand on and refine your basic glassblowing skills while working with the four basic shapes: bowl, cone, vase, and cylinder. Learn about teamwork and tool use as well as annealer and glory hole operation. Explore all the details of bits, handles, lip wraps, and beginning color application. Learn by designing a piece of your own and analyzing the steps needed to complete it. Students are encouraged to repeat this class. Prerequisite: Beginning Glassblowing.

Instructor: Sasha Tepper-Stewart

This class will cover silk screening techniques such as preparing a hand drawn, digital artwork or photograph and transferring it to a screen in preparation for printing. You will learn how to work with enamels, print your image onto glass and fire the glass. You will also learn powder printing techniques, a screen printing method that uses dry glass powder to create images with rich textures and colors. Experimenting with processes that require multiple firings and explore layering to create thicker work will be covered. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Manuel Castro

This class is an opportunity to refine and focus on your own path in glassblowing. Special Projects will allow students to make the class whatever they need to advance their techniques and the way they think about how to get things done, from design to calculations to implementation. Demonstrations will be used minimally to guide students on their personal journeys. Having most or all of the class to explore individual projects will give students ample time to work out kinks and questions in accordance with their own desires. Professional advice and helping hands throughout the classes will give students more bench time and opportunity to discover breakthrough ways of achieving desired results. Prerequisite: Experienced Intermediate Glassblowing

Instructor: Jeanne Marie Ferraro

Discover the universal appeal of shaping molten glass. Ease yourself into this art form with individualized instruction that covers all the basics of glassblowing, from gathering glass from the furnace, to blowing and shaping bubbles. Learn to use the marver, shape with jacks, and begin paper shaping. In addition, learn valuable techniques and safety rules that will give you a solid foundation on which to build your skills. In this class, you will have plenty of time to practice. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Henry Jackson-Spieker

Discover the universal appeal of shaping molten glass. Ease yourself into this art form with individualized instruction that covers all the basics of glassblowing, from gathering glass from the furnace, to blowing and shaping bubbles. Learn to use the marver, shape with jacks, and begin paper shaping. In addition, learn valuable techniques and safety rules that will give you a solid foundation on which to build your skills. In this class, you will have plenty of time to practice. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Cathy Chase

If you are fascinated with hot glass, try casting it! Ladle molten glass into molds pressed into sand. Learn about sand molds and how to use other mold-making techniques such as plaster bandage, steel, and CO2-bonded sand. Participate in weekly demonstrations and discussions. This is a fun, active class that requires 100% student involvement. Work as part of a team for safe and efficient use of the studio. Beginners and continuing students are welcome! Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Cheryl Matson

Glass Beadmaking is your chance to work with hot glass on a small scale at a bench torch. Learn techniques such as basic bead shapes, surface design, and molten glass manipulation. You will also learn various methods of creating internal design which will give you the ability to create more depth and interest in your work. Basic skills including bead cleaning and proper work habits will also be covered. Although oriented toward beginners, continuing students are always welcome! Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Patricia Davidson

Learn the fundamentals of flameworking - melting and manipulating glass over a bench-top torch - and explore the artistic possibilities of this warm glass technique used for creating everything from beads to vessels to sculptures. You'll learn the basics of tools, safety, equipment and techniques so you can take advantage of this versatile and popular art form. The emphasis of this class is on borosilicate glass. Beginning and returning students are welcome. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Sophie Spies

Learn the fundamentals of flameworking - melting and manipulating glass over a bench-top torch - and explore the artistic possibilities of this warm glass technique used for creating everything from beads to vessels to sculptures. You'll learn the basics of tools, safety, equipment and techniques so you can take advantage of this versatile and popular art form. The emphasis of this class is on borosilicate glass. Beginning and returning students are welcome. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Robin Oakes

Learn the art of fusing and slumping glass. Study the different principles of cutting and shaping glass and the use of glass frits, powders and stringers to create exciting designs. Explore painting on glass, metal inclusions and proper kiln set-up and firing. Add dimension to your work by slumping into a variety of molds. You do not need to be a Senior to attend this class. Prerequisite: None.

Instructor: Robin Oakes

Learn the art of fusing and slumping glass. Study the different principles of cutting and shaping glass and the use of glass frits, powders and stringers to create exciting designs. Explore painting on glass, metal inclusions and proper kiln set-up and firing. Add dimension to your work by slumping into a variety of molds. You do not need to be a Senior to attend this class. Prerequisite: None.

Instructor: Sasha Tepper-Stewart

Learn the basic fundamentals of fusing and slumping glass, a common form of kiln-glass. Discussions and demonstrations will cover glass cutting, design layout, color combinations, slumping molds, kilns and firing schedules. You will gain the foundations to design and create at least four fused and slumped glass plates, a set of coasters and a trivet. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: TBA TBA

Beginner glass enthusiasts: here's your chance to try your hand at this fascinating and engaging art form. You will learn to gather glass from the furnace, blow, shape bubbles, and much more. Gain an appreciation for this process while you create paperweights and other basic forms with individualized assistance from the instructor. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: TBA TBA

Beginner glass enthusiasts: here's your chance to try your hand at this fascinating and engaging art form. You will learn to gather glass from the furnace, blow, shape bubbles, and much more. Gain an appreciation for this process while you create paperweights and other basic forms with individualized assistance from the instructor. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Morgan Peterson

Alter the shape and/or surface texture of glass using tools and processes that don't rely upon heat. This includes grinding, carving, engraving, polishing and sandblasting-- all of which provide opportunities for artists to resolve aesthetic and functional issues, ranging from shape and surface quality to strength and stability of edges. In this class, you will try your hand at many coldworking methods, using state-of-the-art tools. You will also discuss ways to adapt basic methods to home studio practice. New and returning students welcome. Prerequisite: None.

Instructor: Brent Rogers

In this two day workshop we will focus the proper way to approach and execute hollow and solid seals. While primarily working in clear glass we practice pulling points, blowing shapes, doing prep work, trying internal plumbing and more! Planning will be the key to success during this weekend workshop. This class is for the beginning flame worker looking for a guide through hollow work, but all levels are welcome!

Instructor: Monica Street

Designed for beginners and those needing a refresher, this class introduces students to the fundamentals of metalworking. Through demonstrations, individualized instruction, and plenty of practice, you will develop basic skills in sawing, filing, soldering, riveting, texturing, and polishing as well as in the safe use of tools and studio chemicals. We encourage you to repeat this class with several teachers, not only to strengthen your skills but also to benefit from the expertise of each instructor. Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Petrus Korver

Engraving is an historic method of "drawing" lines and patterns on sheet metal by making shallow cuts using hand tools called gravers. Although this is a simple technique, there are endless and intricate possibilities! In this class, you'll build your engraving skills on a firm foundation starting from proper tool preparation and sharpening. You'll use your customized tool to learn and practice basic cuts before tackling more creative approaches. This skill is useful for jewelers, enamelists, and printmakers. Your supply fee includes one hand graver that you will customize and keep. Prerequisite: none.

Instructor: Anne Randall

Enameling is a great way to add color to your metal work, and this class will introduce you to this intriguing and often unpredictable medium. You'll learn enamel application methods, how to fire your work, and how temperature and firing time affect your piece. We have over 100 transparent and opaque enamels for you to experiment with as you learn your way around building and layering color. Use provided metal, or bring your own small, unsoldered copper or fine silver (not sterling) pieces. Prerequisite: none.

Instructor: Maru Almeida

Give your bling a solid foundation! In this 8-week workshop you?ll progress through a series of stone setting exercises, building your skills with each new challenge. Beginning from the most basic bezel, you?ll slowly increase the quality and complexity of your settings. Demonstrations and discussions will cover the techniques and design considerations behind a wide range of setting types such as prong, tube, and flush. You?ll practice these yourself, using both flat-backed and faceted stones to create samples and 1-2 pieces of wearable jewelry. Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry/Metals and ability to solder independently

Instructor: Julia Harrison

Have you been considering a jewelry class but aren't quite ready to make a long-term commitment? This one-evening workshop is designed to let you test the waters before you dive in. You'll learn about a wide range of basic jewelry tools and techniques in this short workshop as you cut, shape, and texture a pair of metal earrings before finishing them with a colorful wax coating. You'll walk out wearing your unique creations! Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Micki Lippe

You can make one--but can you make (and sell) a hundred? The skills involved in making one-of-a-kind jewelry aren't quite the same as the skills required to produce a successful commercial line. This supportive class will cover the essentials of production work from idea development to basic marketing. See why the pieces you present to a gallery must be consistent and unified. Learn how to streamline design and fabrication without becoming repetitive or formulaic. Whether you want to hone your personal vision or need some pointers on reaching a broader audience, this class will help you get there. Prerequisite: Students must bring examples of at least 3 pieces they see as parts of a production line.

Instructor: Julia Harrison

It's like a metalsmithing magic trick: combine a bunch of rigid metal rings in a certain way and the result is a fluid, flexible metal 'fabric'! In this class, we'll showcase this transformation by turning swatches of chainmail into slinky, swingy, chainmail earrings. Following a basic pattern, you'll decide on color, weight, and complexity to create a unique pair of fun, stylish earrings. Prerequisite: none.

Instructor: Terhi Tolvanen

In a piece of jewelry the materials talk about the content of the piece. What is it the piece is saying? A statement, a story, or a feeling? Is is all of this and even more--or just a little note about an observation? The way we treat materials matters. The material choices matter. Each material has its character, its soul, its temperature. In this workshop we are diving into the fascinating world of stories, meanings, and feelings about The Nature of Materials! Based in the Netherlands and France, jeweler Terhi Tolvanen creates innovative and poetic works that have been exhibited around the world. She will also present at the 2018 Seattle Metals Guild Symposium. Prerequisite: none.

Instructor: Jennifer Stenhouse

Learn how to design and create wax models for the centrifugal casting process. Additional topics include cuttlefish casting, direct pour processes, creating stone settings in wax, finishing, and trouble-shooting challenging designs. You will be able to produce several finished pieces for jewelry, sculptural, and functional applications. This class accommodates all skill levels and may be repeated. Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry/Metals or equivalent. 

Instructor: Sarah Gascoigne

At its most basic, a setting is a tiny feat of engineering that renders a gem wearable--as in a gemstone ring or pendant. But settings aren't just for showing off stones! They can be used to protect and attach a wide variety of items, from found objects to paper ephemera. Starting from the fundamentals of bezel setting, this class will also cover approaches such as square bezels, undulating bezels, hybrid prong settings, and setting with rivets, cages, and frames. With these skills, you'll be able to turn almost anything into a gem. You'll also be able to scale your settings up for use in sculptures or even installation art. You'll complete several samples or jewelry items and have time to undertake more experimental individual projects with your instructor's support. Prerequisite: JM1 or the ability to solder independently.

Instructor: Sharrey Dore

Designed for beginners and those needing a refresher, this class introduces students to the fundamentals of metalworking. Through demonstrations, individualized instruction, and plenty of practice, you will develop basic skills in sawing, filing, soldering, riveting, texturing, and polishing as well as in the safe use of tools and studio chemicals. We encourage you to repeat this class with several teachers, not only to strengthen your skills but also to benefit from the expertise of each instructor. Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Julia Lowther

Designed for beginners and those needing a refresher, this class introduces students to the fundamentals of metalworking. Through demonstrations, individualized instruction, and plenty of practice, you will develop basic skills in sawing, filing, soldering, riveting, texturing, and polishing as well as in the safe use of tools and studio chemicals. We encourage you to repeat this class with several teachers, not only to strengthen your skills but also to benefit from the expertise of each instructor. Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Anne Randall

Building on the basics from Introduction to Enameling, this continuing class will work on dimensional enameling of small forms, use of silver foil, cloisonné, refinements in working with transparent enamels, and more. Demos will be balanced with lots of work time for students who want to have more time to build on skill development. Prerequisite: Introduction to Enameling or equivalent experience.

Instructor: Cynthia Masterson

This class focuses on the Southern Plains 3-drop bead weaving style also known as "gourd" or "peyote". You’ll learn the meaning behind those names, some history, and how beadwork is used in Native American culture today. To learn the technique we’ll start with big beads on a seasoning shaker then move onto smaller seed beads. You'll weave beads around your choice of a pen or a keychain. Born and raised in Oklahoma, instructor Cynthia Masterson is an enrolled member of the Comanche tribe and a Titchywy descendant, and the owner of Seattle's Blue Dot Beadwork. Prerequisite: beading experience helpful but not necessary.

Instructor: Nia Michaels

In this workshop, we will explore working with decorative tins (cookie tins, tea tins, etc) to create colorful, textural pieces. It's like collage, but with metal and lots of very, very, small nails! Bring as much tin as you can to be able to choose from an array of colors and patterns. We will learn simple techniques as well as focus on theme, color and composition. Prerequisite: none.

Instructor: Sarah Gascoigne

Designed for beginners and those needing a refresher, this class introduces students to the fundamentals of metalworking. Through demonstrations, individualized instruction, and plenty of practice, you will develop basic skills in sawing, filing, soldering, riveting, texturing, and polishing as well as in the safe use of tools and studio chemicals. We encourage you to repeat this class with several teachers, not only to strengthen your skills but also to benefit from the expertise of each instructor. Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Virginia Causey

Dive into the world of precious metal clay in this quick but productive introduction. You can sculpt PMC like clay, but it comes out of the oven as metal! Learn to manipulate PMC to create a variety of textures and forms--including stone settings. After you'll six short hours, you'll have a new skill--and small selection of silver jewelry components or samples, fresh from the PMC oven. Your supply fee includes a package of silver PMC. Prerequisite: none.

Instructor: Adia Bobo

In this hands-on workshop you'll learn the basics of how to create an engaging display for your work. We'll look at real life examples and discuss what works (and why it works) before breaking out and creating a display of your own. This class will include active engagement with other students, including a group feedback session. Students will need to bring a small collection of their product for practicing with along with existing display pieces they have on hand. Prerequisite: Participants will need to bring at least a small collection of original work of the kind they would consider selling at a show. ***Students who sign up for two or three of today's Professional Practices classes will also receive a 15-minute one-one-one career development consultation with Adia***

Instructor: Adia Bobo

Thinking you'd like to try selling your work at art and craft fairs but not sure where to start? Start right here! We'll talk about how to choose the shows that best fit your work, acing the application, considering displays and packaging, what-not-to-do-or-forget and how to make the most of your experience each and every show. You'll complete a mock-application which we'll review during a group feedback session, leaving you ready to tackle those real-life show apps! Prerequisite: Participants will need to bring at least a small collection of original work of the kind they would consider selling at a show along with any existing marketing materials. ***Students who sign up for two or three of today's Professional Practices classes will also receive a 15-minute one-one-one career development consultation with Adia***

Instructor: Adia Bobo

Sales is not a dirty word. As a working artist (whether full time, side hustle or otherwise!), if you want to sell your work you'll need to SELL your work. We'll talk about retail, wholesale and consignment - discussing the multiple opportunities that exist within each channel and how to navigate them. This class will include a group feedback session where we'll help each other brainstorm ideas on where and how to sell your collection. Prerequisite: Participants will need to bring at least a small collection of original work of the kind they would consider selling as well as any existing marketing materials. ***Students who sign up for two or three of today's Professional Practices classes will also receive a 15-minute one-on-one career development consultation with Adia***

Instructor: Kim Van Someren

Drypoint is a rich and experimental form of non-toxic intaglio printmaking. Prints are created using an etching needle on Plexiglas and rubbing ink into the incised lines to offset the image onto paper with the use of an etching press. Textures, tones, lines, and colors are built up in layers and can be printed in both unique forms or small editions. Students will learn image building, wiping and printing, and multiple plate printing techniques to produce a body of printed work. Prerequisite: Entry level and experienced printers welcome.

Instructor: Larry Calkins

In this Sketchbook workshop learn how to get in the habit of creating a working dialog with your sketchbook. You will begin by altering all of the sketchbook pages front to back with different media including photocopy transfer, inks, stamping, writing, collage, clay wash, and stenciling. By changing the clean white pages of your sketchbook it can become a more inviting surface on which to work and express yourself. Supply fee $20 Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Theresa Neinas

Learn to use linoleum-cutting tools and brayers safely and get the results you want. Get an overview of relief block printing that touches on composition, technique, and individual style as well as the basics of rolling and hand printing. Images are highly adaptable to cross over into other mediums such as collage and encaustic. This workshop will emphasize how to adapt this process to a home environment. Supply fee $20 Prerequisite: None  There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Praween Piangchompu

Work with this Thai Master Printmaker to create beautifully soft layers using reduction relief printing. You will build these layers of ink in a subtle gradation by using sandpaper and woodcut tools. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Yulia Chubotin

Learn traditional watercolor techniques such as wash, wet into wet, dry brush, and much more. Combine watercolor with drawing media and materials such as ink and graphite. You will be encouraged to work with subject matter ranging from still lifes and photographs to abstraction and imagination. Prerequisite: None This class has a supply list please contact us if you do not receive one

Instructor: Mark Takamichi Miller

Mysteries of Acrylic Acrylic is a mystery to many people. To make the full variety of beautiful effects acrylic is capable of many rely on acrylic workshops in stores that sell very pricey little bottles of modified acrylic. What many don't realize is that all of these varieties are easily made yourself in a few minutes through simple additives. In this workshop we will make all the commercially available materials and give you time to play with them. Every student will come away with $150 worth of acrylic paints in a full spectrum of colors and various mediums to alter them with. This workshop is located offsite at Miller School of Art in Georgetown . ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED.  $50 supply fee  Saturday Only Prerequisite: none 

Instructor: Robin Walker

Drawing is the foundation of the visual arts and anyone can learn to draw. These classes take a contemporary and individualized approach to the basics of drawing and offer 'out-of-the-box' approaches to tackle basic drawing issues. Learn to render realistically using line and contour, shape and form, light and shadow, space and depth, proportion and perspective. Get acquainted with a range of drawing materials to translate perceptions onto paper and learn the principles of composition. Prerequisite: None  There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Jeanne Marie Ferraro

Drawing is the foundation of the visual arts and anyone can learn to draw. These classes take a contemporary and individualized approach to the basics of drawing and offer 'out-of-the-box' approaches to tackle basic drawing issues. Learn to render realistically using line and contour, shape and form, light and shadow, space and depth, proportion and perspective. Get acquainted with a range of drawing materials to translate perceptions onto paper and learn the principles of composition..  Prerequisite: None There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Robin Walker

Drawing is the foundation of the visual arts and anyone can learn to draw. These classes take a contemporary and individualized approach to the basics of drawing and offer 'out-of-the-box' approaches to tackle basic drawing issues. Learn to render realistically using line and contour, shape and form, light and shadow, space and depth, proportion and perspective. Get acquainted with a range of drawing materials to translate perceptions onto paper and learn the principles of composition. Prerequisite: None  There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Che Lopez

Explore the basics of this versatile medium by learning about washes, thick impasto, glazes, and more. Demonstrations, discussions, and individual instruction will cover issues of color, design principles, paint consistency, and application. You will be introduced to compatible, non-acrylic materials to add to your paintings. Experimentation and the development of personal artistic process and direction will be encouraged. Prerequisite: None  There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Jeanne Marie Ferraro

Working from a live model is a great way to hone your drawing skills and learn to translate what you see into a drawing. This fun and challenging class demystifies the drawing process by applying techniques also presented in drawing fundamentals classes such as line, form, value, and scale utilizing the figure. Develop a more confident connection between what you see and what you render. Prerequisite: None Model fee $30.00  There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Lisa Hasegawa

Learn all the basics of letterpress printing. Through a variety of projects, learn to hand-set metal type, lock up a typeform, ink up, set up, and operate the press. You will be introduced to good design practices and explore printing imagery with letterpress cuts, linoleum cuts, and wire printing. On the last day of class, you will exchange prints and create a portfolio to take home. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $25 There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Eric Chamberlain

Monotype is a printmaking process that can lend itself to gestural and expressive mark making. You will be instructed in the use of a variety of printmaking approaches, including trace monotype, additive (brush), and subtractive (roll and remove). We will use both oil base and water base inks. We will explore the qualities and results of both types of inks, and how to combine the two to achieve a wide variety in your prints. Students of all levels are welcome. Supply fee $30 Student Fridays available. There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Robin Walker

Explore the basics of this versatile medium by learning about washes, thick impasto, glazes, and more. Demonstrations, discussions, and individual instruction will cover issues of color, design principles, paint consistency, and application. You will be introduced to compatible, non-acrylic materials to add to your paintings. Experimentation and the development of personal artistic process and direction will be encouraged. This class has a supply list please contact us if you do not receive one. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Kerstin Graudins

Discover the exciting possibilities of screenprinting! In this class you will gain an understanding of the equipment, tools, and the history of screenprinting. Experiment with photographic, reductive, and drawing processes while learning how to use and register multiple colors. The class combines instructor demonstrations with time for individual projects. Water-based inks will be used. Student Fridays available. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee: $40 There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one. No class 10/31

Instructor: Vedika Dietrich

Take a break from your computer and visit your right brain! In this playful, innovative art class we explore the mysteries of creativity, useful techniques in learning how to get out of our own way, and secrets of the art making process. As your inner artist loosens up, so does your ability to breathe and flow, to problem solve and think outside of the box. Drawing, painting, mixed media and more, in a relaxed atmosphere where the inner critic is not invited! Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $15 ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED

Instructor: Robin Walker

This class is catered to the beginning painter with little or no painting experience but a desire to learn, explore and create. You will learn the fundamentals of the material used and the techniques of oil painting. Through specially designed exercises you will learn how to work from observation, understand light and form and how to handle paint. The in-class time is primarily spent making paintings with ample guidance on the works in progress and periodic group critique and discussion of finished works to help you build a solid foundation for a sustained exploration into painting. Prerequisite: None  This class has a supply list please contact us if you do not receive one  

Instructor: Hugo Anaya

Work on your own Retablo style print with Mexican Artist Hugo Anaya from Guanajuato. A retablo in Mexican folk art is a devotional painting, especially a small popular or folk art one using iconography derived from traditional Catholic church art. Develop your own vocabulary and print and paint in the style of the retablo layering with transparent washes. You will make a small edition. You will also work on Hugo's own style of monotype printmaking using Akua colors. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Angie Dixon

Come and learn how to paint in the Asian tradition using special brushes and ink on rice paper. Or you can come and increase your skills you have developed already and try new ideas using traditional techniques. This 2 day workshop will focus on brush techniques and traditional Asian composition with its particular use of space. We will apply these techniques and way of seeing to a variety of subjects to create paintings that are a delight. Prerequisite: All levels welcome.

Instructor: Virginia Hungate-Hawk

Learn intaglio etching, a term that means 'to incise'. You will incise metal plates to create line and shade. We will cover line etching, drypoint and aquatint shading using hard and soft ground. Learn how to plan multi-plate printing, layering with color, and developing etching techniques that enable you to make editions (multiples). Individual instructor attention will encourage experimentation and development of your work. Student Fridays available. Experienced Etchers welcome. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $40 There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one. NO CLASS 11/20

Instructor: Rickie Wolfe

Create rich and intriguing surfaces using monotype, collograph, shellac and pronto plates. Using stencils, elements from nature, and drawings, you will create unique layered prints. These techniques may be used inThere is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.dividually or combined. Emphasis will be on learning the print techniques for the beginner and experimentation, composition and exploring conceptual ideas for the more advanced printmaker. Student Fridays available. Prerequisite: None Studio Fee $30  There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Vedika Dietrich

Take a break from your computer and visit your right brain! In this playful, innovative art class we explore the mysteries of creativity, useful techniques in learning how to get out of our own way, and secrets of the art making process. As your inner artist loosens up, so does your ability to breathe and flow, to problem solve and think outside of the box. Drawing, painting, mixed media and more, in a relaxed atmosphere where the inner critic is not invited! Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $15 ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED

Instructor: Rickie Wolfe

Use paper, cloth, found materials, and other unique elements to make a series of simple collages. Learn image transferring techniques and how to integrate these images into your collages. These collages will serve as a foundation for experiments using paint, stencils, crayons, nails, stitching by hand and/or sewing machine and other objects using alternate means of connections to add dimension. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $25  There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Jessica Hoffman

In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of bookbinding structures and stitches. You will become familiar with binding tools and techniques; as well materials and best practices for completing a book from start to finish. We will cover a variety of folded and sewn structures, including accordion folds, pamphlet stitch, decorative long stitch, and a flat back case-bound book. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Ekta Gupta

Did you know that when you are completely immersed in your current action, you are meditating? Creating art is an example of an activity that teaches you how to focus on, and live in, the moment. Come join us every Friday morning, for the next six weeks to experience the joy of creating amazing art with the humble medium of colored pencils. . Learn simple tips, tricks and techniques for creating rich and vibrant artwork, which can be applied to all subjects including florals, still-life, landscapes, portraits, abstracts and more. No drawing experience or expertise necessary. Instruction will be tailored to suit each individual?s skill level. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Jenny Schmid

Instructor: Carol Adelman

Learn to understand and simplify hands and feet for more interesting and insightful figure drawings. Students will learn anatomical structures in relation to their function in weight bearing, gesture and grasping. Internalizing these forms leads to a greater understanding of the rest of the figure and the pose. Charts and examples from art history will be viewed and discussed. Prerequisite: Figure Drawing  There will be a break from 1-2pm

Instructor: Mark Takamichi Miller

Usually color is taught as 'Color Theory' which involves tediously painting in hundreds of little squares or placing pre-colored papers next to each other. After doing these exercises you still don't know what to do in your real life painting. This workshop is focused on actually using color on your painting and understanding how it works in a way you can use right away. First we will understand how to create and see color using a limited pallette which will teach you how to mix and see subtle color much more effectively. Then, studying particular masters, we will unlock the color harmony in their work so that you can reproduce it in a work of your own. In the end you will have at least two paintings to take home that you can use to find your own individual palette. We will be using oil paint and canvas which is provided for you, please bring your own brushes and palette knives if you have them. This workshop is located offsite at The Miller School of Art in Georgetown. ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED. Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Angie Dixon

This one day workshop is for us to paint trees in the Asian tradition. We will paint them in a variety of ways and sizes from small and formalized to large and expressionistic using the traditional materials of sumi (Asian ink) with specially constructed brushes on rice paper. Color can be added or not. Fall colors are particularly engaging. Bring your favorite tree images, ideas and enthusiasm for painting one alone or a forest. All materials provided. Prerequisite: All levels welcome.

Instructor: Garima Naredi

This two day workshop will focus on learning drawing and sketching techniques and copying masterworks at a museum. Day 1 will be spent at Pratt learning some drawing basics such as block in, light and shade and composition. Day 2 will be spent sketching at the museum using the techniques covered in class. Prerequisite: None There is a supply list for this workshop please contact us if you do not receive one. Prerequisite Some Drawing Experience

Instructor: Charles Spitzack

In this class, you will learn the basics of moku-hanga, Japanese woodblock, and explore other variations within the medium. Moku-hanga differs from many techniques for its use of water based ink- and for being printed by hand, without a press. In this class you will start by using water based ink, but also explore the possibilities of printing by hand in the traditional style while using western oil-based inks instead. By the end of this workshop you will be able to take this technique and print at home, in an unventilated space and without a press! Supply fee $40 Prerequisite: None  There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Larry Calkins

Join Larry Calkins and Pam Galvani in exploring the relationships between traditional western calligraphy and experimental mark-making. Larry is well-known for his exciting experiments with unusual tools and materials. Pam has studied traditional European calligraphy for the past 40 years. This class will push the limits of how letters and words can find new meaning and impact. You do not have to have any previous experience with lettering. Pam will provide all the tools and instruction you need to get started in doing some calligraphy. Larry will provide all the inspiration and demonstration you need to push the limits of letterforms. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Mark Takamichi Miller

Have you ever wanted to learn to draw and paint from the figure without having to draw like Leonardo? Then this rigorous, but fun class is for you. Learn how to follow shapes, create space, and most of all compose your page, without painstaking proportions and measurements. We will use the model to look hard, but we won't be working towards 19th century realism. You will be composing and deconstructing on the fly, at a fast pace, alternating with very slow and deliberate observation. You can't be attached to the outcome, or even have any idea of what your work will look like when it is done. In fact your work will be 'undone' if it gets predictable. This will be action packed 'process' with no possibility of staying in your rut if you have one. You will be provided with a large canvas, paper, and drawing and painting materials. Absolute beginners are perfect for this class as well as advanced artists. This workshop is located offsite at Miller School of Art in Georgetown. ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED. Supply and Model fee $50  Prerequisite: None.

Instructor: Mercedes Lopez

Taku-hon (stone rubbing) is one of the most ancient printmaking methods originating from China and Japan almost 2000 years ago was used to create prints of memorial texts, textured and patterned surfaces as well as 'right reading' prints of the carved stone surfaces of scripts in ancient temples. Working with Oaxacan artist Mercedes Lopez you will learn the technique of molding Japanese style paper onto an object and adding ink to the surface. This produces a print image which, when dry, keeps the texture and volume of the object. Both ways of doing Taku-hon: Kantaku (dry process) and Shittaku (wet method). Both will be covered in this workshop. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Mark Takamichi Miller

Did you ever wonder how Bonnard, Manet, or Cezanne handled their oil paint? You can learn a lot by imitating the paint application of the masters. Some used layers of dry paint, some had directional strokes, and some had lush wet strokes. Unlike the older masters who used layers of glazes over monotone underpaintings, the Moderns each had an individual method that you can experience yourself. When you understand how the paintings were made you gain insight into the vision of the unique person who created them. Plus with some historical context you will realize how innovative and daring they were. In this workshop we will work with oil paint on three canvases to reproduce a section of a painting from each of the artists listed above. When you are done you will be able to go to museums and get a feeling for what went into the painting you are observing. You will also develop approaches to try in your own paintings. Bring your own brushes if you have them. ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED. Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Garima Naredi

This two day workshop will focus on drawing a figure in its environment. We will develop several studies exploring the figure and its influence in the space around it through composition, light and shade, cropping and spatial attributes of the set up. Drawing and sketching techniques will be discussed. Prerequisite: Some Drawing Experience

Instructor: Yulia Chubotin

Explore watercolor techniques, composition, and color and practice watercolor painting. Prerequisite: some watercolor experience

Instructor: Mark Takamichi Miller

Many people think that if they can't draw in proportion they are 'not talented' and have no business doing art. Nothing could be further from the truth. If you are not suited to careful measuring and painstaking draftsmanship you are not alone. This has nothing to do with whether or not you are 'talented' or whether or not you should try making art. This workshop will teach even the most drafting averse person how to get proportion without sacrificing the real value of the artwork, which is to learn to be comfortable with your own set of 'talents'. Some people never can make precise measurements but they can still draw in proportion through an intuitive quick approach. This workshop is located offsite at Miller School of Art in Georgetown ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED.   Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Linley Logan

Much of Linley Logan's work is inspired by oral tradition which is a core fundamental foundation of his native cultural identity. His home is the Tonawanda Seneca Nation. He believes story is life creatively shared through artistic expressive language and is the best story to interpret. We will share our stories and create art that reflects our personal stories. We will use the relief technique of linoleum printing to create visual stories. Prerequisite: None Linley Logan will be giving an artist talk Saturday November 10 6:30pm Pratt

Instructor: Scott Brown

Learn the craft of creating an elegant wooden spoon using intuitive methods. This course is designed to be approachable for both beginner and intermediate level students. It will cover how to select wood, design, and use a combination of hand & power tools for carving an heirloom quality kitchen spoon that you will cherish for years to come. Supply Fee: $40

Instructor: Steve Dando

Come take an introductory class on green woodworking. You'll start with learning about log selection. Then you'll use a froe to split a green log to make your seat blank and stool legs. If you have some artist tree branches laying around at home, bring them to use as stool legs! You'll use a drawknife for general shaping of parts, plus a brace and bit for the leg joint. This will be a fast-moving class, but you'll leave with a crude, simple stool that will have a lot of charm. Beginners welcome. Prerequisite: None. Supply fee: $40. Come prepared to spend lots of class time outdoors. When indoors, this class will meet in the woodturning studio. **Tools will be provided, but if you have your own: drawknife, spokeshave, brace and bit, bring them to class.

Instructor: Lisa Geertsen

Pratt offers one of the few blacksmithing programs in the region. Blacksmithing, or forging, is about transforming and shaping mild steel through the use of heat. Using basic techniques such as hammering, twisting, tapers, bends, and splits, you will have the opportunity to create sculptural and functional objects. Everyone is welcome, whether you're interested in taking more advanced blacksmithing classes or you just want a basic understanding of the process. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $35  *** Please note *** this class skips 9/19 and resumes on 9/26 ***

Instructor: Tom Henscheid

This class will bring together concrete, a live edge slab, and metal so that you can build your own beautiful mixed media coffee table or end table. No experience needed in any of these medias. Expert furniture maker and instructor Tom Hensheid will help you learn all the skills you need so that you end this class with a completed project. Come prepared to the first class with ideas on overall size as you will choose your slab and be making concrete forms and pouring concrete right away. From there, you will learn how to weld 3/8" x 3" flat bar stock and make your metal base. The class will then return to the wood studio to work on the wood slab, polish the concrete and then join the two pieces together. Finally, you will learn how to attach the top to the metal base you constructed. You'll complete the class with a one of a kind piece of furniture unique to you. All skill levels are welcome in this class, no prior experience with metal, wood or concrete is needed.

Instructor: Saman Shojaei

This class is a mix of pyrography and painting for anyone who has ever wanted to add designs or decorations to their woodworking projects. Saman will have a number of patterns available for the student to choose from. This class will be located in the wood turning studio. Supply fee: $30

Instructor: Sabah Al-Dhaher

In this class for continuing stonecarving students, you'll learn how to design a piece from start to finish -- from sketching on paper to using your skills to transfer that design to stone. The class will include further discussion of tools, types of stone, and a deeper exploration of carving processes. To get the most out of this class, you must be comfortable with using hand, power, and pneumatic carving tools. Prerequisite: Beginning Stonecarving  

Instructor: Brian Stahly

Pratt offers one of the few blacksmithing programs in the region. Blacksmithing, or forging, is about transforming and shaping mild steel through the use of heat. Using basic techniques such as hammering, twisting, tapers, bends, and splits, you will have the opportunity to create sculptural and functional objects. Everyone is welcome, whether you're interested in taking more advanced blacksmithing classes or you just want a basic understanding of the process. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $35

Instructor: David Lutrick

Learn the basics of turning wood on a lathe. In this class we will learn about spindle (between center) turning as well as the basics of creating bowls. Proper technique and safety will be the focus in order to give the students the confidence to create whatever shapes and forms they choose. Also covered will be the fundamentals of finishing and sharpening. This is the prerequisite for any of the advanced turning classes. Supply Fee: $60. ***The turning studio now has one lathe that can be positioned for a seated turner. Please RSVP this lathe by contacting Kim McIntyre kmcintyre@pratt.org.

Instructor: Jamie Yocono

Ever want to learn how to incorporate compound miters into your woodworking projects? Visiting guest instructor Jamie Yocono from Las Vegas is coming to Pratt to teach an exciting class focused on demystifying compound miter. You'll end the 4 hour class with a completed project. Common completed projects for this class include a lamp base, planter box, umbrella holder, or unique box that can house a clock. Come with your own ideas with a medium sized project and Jamie will do her best to make them happen. Intermediate woodworking skills required.

Instructor: Jason Reed. Brown

Pratt offers one of the few blacksmithing programs in the region. Blacksmithing, or forging, is about transforming and shaping mild steel through the use of heat. Using basic techniques such as hammering, twisting, tapers, bends, and splits, you will have the opportunity to create sculptural and functional objects. Everyone is welcome, whether you're interested in taking more advanced blacksmithing classes or you just want a basic understanding of the process. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $35

Instructor: Carla Grahn

Introduce yourself to the useful and versatile skills needed to begin working with steel. You'll learn oxy-acetylene and MIG welding as well as plasma-cutting and metal fabrication equipment including the bandsaw, chopsaw, drillpress, grinders, shears, and benders. This class is designed for anyone looking to incorporate metal into their artistic and technical vocabulary. Attending the first two classes is imperative. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $60

Instructor: Dan Morgan

This class is designed to be the core introductory class that covers good studio practices while learning how to safely use all of the equipment and tools in the main woodworking studio. It will also be the primary prerequisite class for most of the more advanced woodworking classes. Based around several small projects designed by the instructor, you will gain enough experience to comfortably and safely use each piece of power equipment, as well as an understanding of its benefits and limitations. This is a great way to begin woodworking or to refine the skills that you already have. Class time will be split between demonstrations, and individual hands-on shop time creating small projects from start to finish. Prerequsite: None. Supply Fee $85.

Instructor: Carla Grahn

Gain a basic understanding of forging, metal-forming, and welding in this introductory class. Learn how to bend, shape, twist, texture, and join steel to create decorative and organic forms without focusing too heavily on traditional, more technical processes of Pratt's other blacksmithing classes. By combining elements of fabrication and metal forming, you'll become comfortable in both shops and get a taste for the techniques you might want to explore more at Pratt. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $45

Instructor: Scott Szloch

Spend an evening forging. This class is designed as a short, fun blacksmithing experience and demonstration of basic forging processes. It is a great opportunity to explore what the Pratt forging shop has to offer, make a sculpture, hooks, or just enjoy hammering and twisting! If you're not sure if you want to take a full length forging class this is an entertaining way to try it out before registering. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Brandon Bowman

Spend an evening welding. This class is designed as a short, fun welding experience and demonstration of the MIG welding process. It is a great opportunity to explore what the Pratt fabrication shop has to offer and make a sculpture or small stand. If you're not sure if you want to take a full length welding class, this is an entertaining way to try it out before registering.

Instructor: Tamara Buchanan

Tamara Buchanan has been a member of the Nortwest Stone Sculptors Association since 1987 and regularly teaches workshops at their yearly Symposiums. Stonecarving has captured the imagination of artists throughout history for its permanence, tactility, and sensual beauty. Take advantage of Pratt's stone yard facility and begin working with soft stone. You'll learn both ancient and modern reductive sculpting techniques with hand carving tools, power tools, and pneumatics. This is a great way to learn about types of stone and how to work with them while producing a small piece by the end of the class. ***PLEASE NOTE*** This class meets every other weekend on Saturday and Sunday. Prerequisite: None. Supply fee: TBA

Instructor: Scott Szloch

This class will show students how to join parts together without the use of a welder. They will learn riveting, collars and other traditional joinery techniques. These processes have been used for centuries and provide a strong connection as well as an aesthetically beautiful element to your forged metalwork. Not only will you learn these valueable skills, but these techniques allow you to think differently about how you build your pieces. Prerequisite : Beginning Blacksmithing or equivalent. Supply fee - $35

Instructor: Henry Jackson-Spieker

Intended for experienced investment casters, this class will provide the time, materials, guidance, and a pour! Day one: discuss project and sprue your prepared wax pattern. Day two: invest your work. Day three: cast. Day four: devest and finish your piece. You'll be allowed one single or two small investments. Come to the first class with a completed wax pattern or mold ready to pour your wax positive. The cost of bronze is not included in the tuition. Prerequisite: Introduction to Bronze Casting Supply Fee $115

Instructor: Steve Dando

This class is designed to be the core introductory class that covers good studio practices while learning how to safely use all of the equipment and tools in the main woodworking studio. It will also be the primary prerequisite class for most of the more advanced woodworking classes. Based around several small projects designed by the instructor, you will gain enough experience to comfortably and safely use each piece of equipment, as well as an understanding of its benefits and limitations. This is a great way to begin woodworking or to refine the skills that you already have. Class time will be split between demonstrations, and individual hands-on shop time creating small projects from start to finish. Prerequisite: None. Supply Fee $50

Instructor: Daniel Pittsford

Learn to do Pen Turning and make a writing instrument with visiting instructor and master pen-wright Daniel Pittsford. Beginner-expert turners and woodworkers welcome - After this fun, and surprisingly easy one day class, you will be able to use your lathe in confidence and turn out beautiful, one-of-a-kind, high-quality pens and mechanical pencils that will make superb gifts for the Holidays or other special occasions. You will leave with two new pen creations and increased confidence in the turning studio. (Remember, Pratt has paid access to woodworking studio space if you don't have your own tools)!  Supply Fee: $40. ***The turning studio now has one lathe that can be positioned for a seated turner. Please RSVP this lathe by contacting Kim McIntyre kmcintyre@pratt.org.

Instructor: Mark Rudis

Introduce yourself to the useful and versatile skills needed to begin working with steel. You'll learn oxy-acetylene and MIG welding as well as plasma-cutting and metal fabrication equipment including the bandsaw, chopsaw, drillpress, grinders, shears, and benders. This class is designed for anyone looking to incorporate metal into their artistic and technical vocabulary. Attending the first two classes is imperative. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $60

Instructor: Bill Baber

Introduce yourself to the useful and versatile skills needed to begin working with steel. You'll learn oxy-acetylene and MIG welding as well as plasma-cutting and metal fabrication equipment including the bandsaw, chopsaw, drillpress, grinders, shears, and benders. This class is designed for anyone looking to incorporate metal into their artistic and technical vocabulary. Attending the first two classes is imperative. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $60

Instructor: Peter Nawrot

It helps to understand the basic differences in wood, wood movement and how it may effect your next project. This class will introduce a variety of available woods for your next furniture project. We will look at physical examples of different species, discuss their properties, movement, grain patterns and tie it all into the basics of wood joinery. Learn the difference between primary and secondary woods, the strength of different species and how they relate to furniture construction, flat sawn vs. quarter sawn and the different grain patterns within. Choosing the right joinery for your project can be confusing, so will we look at physical examples of different joints and discuss the method behind each one. This class is designed for beginner woodworkers, you will leave with handouts and lots of new vocabulary.

Instructor: Steve Dando

Are you ready to learn how to use handtools and make a classic woodworking project? Join us to make the 6 board chest. In this class, we will teach beginner-advanced woodworkers the basics of handtool use and how to incorporate handtools into your every-day woodworking. All skill levels are welcome in this class which will cover basic tools needed, their use, sharpening and tuning up handtools for optimal performance. The 6 board chest has been part of Western cultures for hundreds of years. Supply fee: $145.

Instructor: Kevin Peffers

Pratt offers one of the few blacksmithing programs in the region. Blacksmithing, or forging, is about transforming and shaping mild steel through the use of heat. During this short 4 week workshop, students will learn basic techniques such as drawing out, spreading, cutting, twisting and more. Possible projects include, nails, shoehorns, napkin rings and hooks. Everyone is welcome, whether you're interested in taking more advanced blacksmithing classes or you just want to try a quick class. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $35

Instructor: David Lutrick

Want to get your toes wet in the wood turning world? Come learn the basics of spindle turning and how to turn a small bowl. If you can't commit to the full 6 week beginning turning class, this is a great chance to learn the basics. Supply fee: $40. ***The turning studio now has one lathe that can be positioned for a seated turner. Please RSVP this lathe by contacting Kim McIntyre kmcintyre@pratt.org.

Instructor: Steve Dando

Have you ever dreamed of having your own moxon vice? Now you can build one. Double screw vices have been around woodworking for 400 years, so lots of woodworkers have found them to be useful. A moxon vice is a great accessory to add to your work bench as it tightly holds your work and elevates your work at a more comfortable height while cutting dovetails and other hand cut joinery. Get a chance to use hybrid woodworking techniques to make your own moxon vice out of either quarter sawn or riftsawn hardwood. Hardware is sourced from Texas Heritage Woodworks. This is a short length class that can easily fit into a busy schedule. Due to the fast nature of this class, students should know the basics of using a jointer & table saw.

Instructor: Eva Funderburgh Hollis

Learn the ancient 'lost wax' casting process. First, you'll learn basic moldmaking to duplicate a design in wax. This wax copy is then 'invested' in a plaster and sand mixture. Then the wax will be burned out of the plaster, leaving a void to be filled with bronze. Finally, finish your bronze and color it through 'chasing' and 'patination' techniques. All materials except the cost of bronze are included in supply fee. Prerequisite: None Supply Fee $115

Instructor: Saman Shojaei

This class focuses on learning basic caving techniques, sharpening and fishing. Students will create a figure on a flat panel of wood. Saman will have a number of patterns available for the students to choose from. This class will be located in the wood turning studio. Supply fee: $40

Instructor: Daniel Pittsford

Though all ages (over 16) are welcome, Seniors are encouraged to join this class!! Learn to do Pen Turning and make a writing instrument with visiting instructor and master pen-wright Daniel Pittsford. Beginner-expert turners and woodworkers welcome - After this fun, and surprisingly easy one day class, you will be able to use your lathe in confidence and turn out beautiful, one-of-a-kind, high-quality pens and mechanical pencils that will make superb gifts for the Holidays or other special occasions. You will leave with one new pen creation and increased confidence in the turning studio. (Remember, Pratt has paid access to woodworking studio space if you don't have your own tools!) Supply Fee: $20. ***The turning studio now has one lathe that can be positioned for a seated turner. Please RSVP this lathe by contacting Kim McIntyre kmcintyre@pratt.org.

Instructor: Alair Wells

Spend an evening forging! This class is designed as a short, fun blacksmithing experience and demonstration of basic forging processes taught by one of our female instructors. It is a great opportunity to explore what the Pratt forging shop has to offer in a non-intimidating, female friendly environment. If you're not sure if you want to take a full length forging class this is a way to meet an instructor and try it out before registering. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Scott Brown

Learn the craft of creating an elegant wooden spoon using intuitive methods. This course is designed to be approachable for both beginner and intermediate level students. It will cover how to select wood, design, and use a combination of hand & power tools for carving an heirloom quality kitchen spoon that you will cherish for years to come. Supply Fee: $45

Instructor: Peter Nawrot

This class is designed to be the core introductory class that covers good studio practices while learning how to safely use all of the equipment and tools in the main woodworking studio. It will also be the primary prerequisite class for most of the more advanced woodworking classes. Based around several small projects designed by the instructor, you will gain enough experience to comfortably and safely use each piece of power equipment, as well as an understanding of its benefits and limitations. This is a great way to begin woodworking or to refine the skills that you already have. Class time will be split between demonstrations, and individual hands-on shop time creating small projects from start to finish. Prerequsite: None Supply Fee $85

Instructor: Saman Shojaei

In this class, a 3-dimensional animal will be carved. Students will learn about: wood selection, carving characteristics, preparing blanks, basic carving techniques, sharpening, and traditional oil finishes which may used on the project. This course is designed to be approachable for both beginner and intermediate level students. This class will be located in the wood turning studio. Supply fee: $45

Instructor: David Harper. Clemons

Whether crude or refined, utensils exist in many cultures and have evolved through time. This class will explore the design and creation of simple eating utensils. Hot and cold forging techniques will be used to execute the initial forms. Consideration of file work, planishing, and polishing methods will be used to refine the utensils. Instructor David Clemons is a sculptor and metalsmith with experience from architectural metalwork to fine jewelry. He was a previous Artist in Residence at the University of Arkansas as well as an instructor and is currently based out of Penland, NC. This class is designed to appeal to jewelers as well as blacksmiths. A basic level of forging experience is ideal but not required. Prerequisite : Beginning Blacksmithing or equivalent strongly suggested.

Instructor: KT Hancock

This workshop will take students through the process ofusing metal to create objects based onlines and silhouettes. Focusing on the development of objects from the inside out, students will create an object using jigs, fixtures, bending, welding and forming to construct volume. Some of the equipment involved will be welders, oxy-acetylene torches, grinders, benders rollers and saws. Some beginning welding and fabrication is beneficial, but not necessary. Prerequisite : none Supply fee : $35

Instructor: Ed Archie. NoiseCat

If you have an interest in carving, you'll need to invest in a tool set. Come take an introductory tool making class from Ed Archie NoiseCat. Ed has long worked with traditional carving tools. Blades will be provided from Kestrel Tool, located on Lopez Island and the class will be focused on making tool handles. Each student will complete a curved/crooked knife and a gutter adze handle made out of an alder elbow for their own tool collection. Demos and lessons will be given on how to use both tools. This class is a perfect introduction class for the Large Scale Monumental Carving class taught by Ed.