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: 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: Samantha Scalise

Learn the basic techniques of kiln formed glass. Through discussions, demonstrations and hands-on experience, you will become adept at glass cutting, discover effects made possible by differing temperatures in the kiln, and learn about design and compositional elements - including basic color theory. Kiln firing schedules, basic cold working and slumping techniques will round out your introduction to kiln formed glass. This course will provide you with a solid foundation in fusing glass, which will allow you to take more focused workshops and advanced intensives. 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: Owen Fitzpatrick

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: 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: 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: Kate Haigney

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: 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: Donna Prunkard

This affordable, 4 hour, hands on flameworking class is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient craft of working with molten glass on a small scale. In front of a table top torch learn to heat, shape, apply color, and make small objects with one on one instruction from professional glass artists.

Instructor: Jeanne Marie Ferraro

This affordable, 4 hour, hands on glassblowing class is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient craft of working with molten glass. Learn to gather, shape, apply color, and make small paperweights, vessels, or flowers with one on one instruction from professional glassblowers.

Instructor: Robin Oakes

This affordable, 4 hour, hands on kiln glass class is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient craft of working with flat glass. Learn to cut, shape, and apply color to make a set of 4 small tiles or coasters with one on one instruction from professional glass artists.

Instructor: Kerstin Graudins

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 learn how to use a vinyl plotter to cut stencils and photo resist for sandblasting, Along with some basic cold working skills. Experimenting with processes that require multiple firings and explore layering to create thicker work will be covered. 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: Joe Sircoulomb

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: 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: Samantha Scalise

Learn the basic techniques of kiln formed glass. Through discussions, demonstrations and hands-on experience, you will become adept at glass cutting, discover effects made possible by differing temperatures in the kiln, and learn about design and compositional elements - including basic color theory. Kiln firing schedules, basic cold working and slumping techniques will round out your introduction to kiln formed glass. This course will provide you with a solid foundation in fusing glass, which will allow you to take more focused workshops and advanced intensives. 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: Minhi Winkempleck

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: 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: 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. This class will not meet on Oct. 19.

Instructor: Kate Haigney

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: Donna Prunkard

This affordable, 4 hour, hands on flameworking class is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient craft of working with molten glass on a small scale. In front of a table top torch learn to heat, shape, apply color, and make small objects with one on one instruction from professional glass artists.

Instructor: Jeanne Marie Ferraro

This affordable, 4 hour, hands on glassblowing class is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient craft of working with molten glass. Learn to gather, shape, apply color, and make small paperweights, vessels, or flowers with one on one instruction from professional glassblowers.

Instructor: Robin Oakes

This affordable, 4 hour, hands on kiln glass class is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient craft of working with flat glass. Learn to cut, shape, and apply color to make a set of 4 small tiles or coasters with one on one instruction from professional glass artists.

Instructor: Adia Bobo

Wire is an essential ingredient in jewelry-making, and learning to work with it properly can get get beginners off on the right foot and allow experienced jewelers to raise their game. In this workshop you’ll learn about some of wire’s many uses in decorative elements, chain making and functional findings. You’ll harden, soften, bend, solder and more, building the skills that will allow you to achieve wire-working success. Expect to complete several samples and at least one wearable piece. Prerequisite: none.

Instructor: Jennifer Stenhouse

Learn the process to design and create wax models, and cast Metal using the centrifugal casting process. Topics will include learning how to create models from wax and other materials, creating a mold, using the centrifugal casting unit, creating rings and stone settings in wax, finishing cast objects, and how work with 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: Joel Olson

Many intricate and sculptural pieces of metal jewelry began life as featureless blocks of wax. By working in wax rather than metal, the carver creates form efficiently and opens up design possibilities. Students in this class will gain a thorough understanding of the processes, tools, and materials used to carve wax models for use in lost wax casting. Starting from a simple design, students will transfer it accurately onto a block of wax, then remove large amounts of excess material. Using a wide variety of simple tools, they will add details and refine surfaces, ending up with a completed wax model ready for casting. Casting is NOT part of this class, but students can have their wax models professionally cast or enroll in Introduction to Jewelry Lost Wax Casting to cast their own work. Prerequisite: none. 

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: Maru Almeida

Esta clase está diseñada para fomentar el crecimiento tanto en joyería como las habilidades lingüísticas. Presentada en español, seguirá el formato de nuestras clases habituales de joyería / metales para principiantes. Los estudiantes principiantes aprenderán técnicas fundamentales como cortar, perforar, soldar y distintos acabados a través de demostraciones y práctica. Los estudiantes intermedios que deseen mejorar sus habilidades en español también son bienvenidos; Tendrán la oportunidad de realizar proyectos más desafiantes durante el tiempo de trabajo supervisado. Prerrequisito: ninguno. 

Instructor: Sally Brock

If you already have a handle on basic techniques such as sawing, soldering, and finishing, Intermediate Jewelry/Metals will empower you to use these tools in a more personal and creative way. Through a combination of demonstrations, supervised work-time, and individualized instruction based on your own goals, you will hone your existing skills, add new ones, and grow more comfortable and confident in your ability to realize your own designs. The instructor will introduce intermediate soldering strategies as well as as next-level shaping and embellishment techniques aimed at enabling you to reach your jewelry-making and metal-working goals. Prerequisite: at least one course of Beginning Jewelry/Metals

Instructor: Anne Randall

Building on the basics from Introduction to Enameling, this continuing class will work on dimensional enameling of small forms, soldering options with enameling, use of fine silver inclusions, surface design variations, 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: Catherine Grisez

A traditional method of hammering flat metal into three-dimensional forms, holloware offers endless options for the contemporary artist. Students will transform sheet metal into sculptural forms using techniques such as raising, dapping, planishing, chasing and repousse, then add a variety of surface textures. Options for finishing, coloring, and sealing finished projects will also be introduced. Beginning students will have the opportunity to create 1 to 2 small hollow formed vessels and advanced students may work on independent projects, with emphasis on personalized instruction for individual designs. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Kristin Tollefson

Explore the transformative potential of line and plane into sculpture in this weekend workshop. From tinkering and industrial wirework to weaving and stitching, students will gain a hands-on understanding of a range of sculptural coldworking metal techniques including coiling, twisting, linking, soumak, basketweaving and more. Come away from the workshop with a sampling of techniques or problem solve a sculpture work-in-progress, model or jewelry. Prerequisite: none; all experience levels welcome.

Instructor: Jane Martin

Learn to create geometric and organic patterns with sheet and wire by using contrasting metals such as sterling silver, copper, brass, bronze and nickel silver. Through fusing, gilding, overlay, inlay, marriage-of-metals and a little mokume, students will experiment and gain confidence of soldering techniques. While some of these techniques may seem difficult, simple trips and tricks will be shown in order to be to be sucessful. The results can range from simple shapes to and intricate patterns. Instructor will also cover using patinas in order to accentuate the different metal colors. Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry/Metals or equivalent. 

Instructor: Adia Bobo

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

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, firing techniques, and a variety of surface design options. We have over 100 transparent and opaque enamels and enamel embellishments 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 pieces. Prerequisite: none and repeat students 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: Julia Lowther

Bring sparkle and texture to your jewelry work! Learn to wrestle thick pieces of metal into smooth pleasing bands, and then learn to embellish them with the endlessly varied possibilities of “file work” – giving movement and dimension to the flat surfaces. Brighten up your results even further by adding to your repertoire the technique of flush setting small faceted stones. Copper will be supplied for class projects, but students will receive information on ordering sterling silver if they prefer. Prerequisite: none. 

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. 

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.

Instructor: Jennifer Stenhouse

Have you been bitten by the casting bug? If you got to the end of Introduction to Jewelry Lost Wax Casting and found that eight weeks just wasn't enough, this continuation is for you! Take your modeling, investing, and casting skills to the next level with four additional weeks of supportive instruction. Rather than follow a set syllabus, students will chose to focus on those skills that appeal to them most. Benefiting from the guidance of two instructors, students will see increased quality and output. Prerequisite: at least one session of Introduction to Jewelry Lost Wax Casting.

Instructor: Maru Almeida

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

Push the boundaries of Precious Metal Clay, the material you can sculpt like clay then fire into solid metal. PMC shrinks during the firing process, but in this workshop you'll learn to make a ring that fits--even after firing. You'll also learn to embellishing your custom design with stones that you'll set and fire in place.Your supply fee includes stones and silver PMC. Prerequisite: some previous PMC experience. 

Instructor: Peggy Foy

In this intermediate level workshop you will learn how to add movement and functionality to your jewelry creations. Students will be presented with a host of creative solutions for clasps and joints, including traditional hinges with knuckles, locket latches, and closures for necklaces and bracelets; we will then select a handful to make in class. Each student can expect to complete 3-5 project samples, and will leave with improved soldering skills and new design ideas. Prerequisite: Jewelry/Metalsmithing 1 or equivalent; some prior soldering experience required.

Instructor: Sharrey Dore

If you already have a handle on basic techniques such as sawing, soldering, and finishing, Intermediate Jewelry/Metals will empower you to use these tools in a more personal and creative way. Through a combination of demonstrations, supervised work-time, and individualized instruction based on your own goals, you will hone your existing skills, add new ones, and grow more comfortable and confident in your ability to realize your own designs. The instructor will introduce intermediate soldering strategies as well as as next-level shaping and embellishment techniques aimed at enabling you to reach your jewelry-making and metal-working goals. Prerequisite: at least one course of Beginning Jewelry/Metals  PLEASE NOTE: There is no class on June 25. 

Instructor: Anne Randall

Two part epoxy resins have come a long way as a creative material. This one day workshop is packed with essentials in how to incorporate resin into your art.  You’ll work with molds, bezels and a variety of colorants and inclusions to explore a range of possibilities. Techniques covered will include how to dome or dip resin pieces and how to include things like dried organics you bring to class. The instructor will demonstrate finishing options so you will know how to finalize your cured work. You will be able to take home your in progress pieces after class or pick them up the next day. All needed materials are provided in class, but it can be meaningful to bring your own special tidbits: dried organics, special papers, small photos, and any small ephemera to use in the resin. Prerequisite: none.

Instructor: Anne Randall

Durable, vibrant color options await your command when you add powder coating to your skill set. In this workshop, you will learn how to properly clean and prepare metal for thermoset powder application, both of which are critical steps for ensuring a permanent finish. You will then learn how to electrostatically apply the powder and heat-cure pieces to a finished outcome on the same day. This workshop is ideal for becoming familiar with the process and its equipment needs as well as for making a small number of reference samples or pieces to later incorporate into your work. Class time allows for experiments with powder coating techniques like masking, stenciling, and multiple color applications. The instructor will showcase design possibilities and cover what you'll need to powder coat jewelry and small dimensional pieces on your own. During the powder coating class, students are welcome to fabricate items in the studio, but instruction will focus primarily on the powder coating process. 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

IIt is possible to paint a portrait in one session and get a likeness with just pouring paint? This will teach you how to mix latex house paint to just the right color and keep the paint controlled to depict a human face so accurately the individual will be recognizable. First we will take a photo of you and project it on the canvas board. Then will learn the technique of how to 'pour you' on the canvas. If you have your own laptop and/or digital projector please bring one. This workshop is located offsite at NEW Miller School of Art in White Center  ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED. Prerequisite: none 

Instructor: Jean Hicks

In this workshop we will cover the basics of felt production and coloration and the science and history of felt making. We will discuss why does wool felt and what is it used for? You will create flat to 3D forms and sewn objects. You will learn to dye felt using natural material (iron, indigo, and cochineal) and comparing them to commercial dyes while covering safety issues. All you need to know to start felting on your own! Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Mark Takamichi Miller

Have you ever wanted to see the range of things you can do with your paints? The possibilities will open you up and get you out of any rut. From learning about traditional oil mediums to thick clear layers of glossy acrylics we will try it all. We pour, brush, scoop, squeegee and soak. Many of the processes are completely unpredictable and surprising. Even if you only plan to paint traditionally this will show you ways to use your materials that you never dreamt of. This workshop is located offsite at NEW Miller School of Art in WHite Center ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED. Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Dawn Endean

Shellac Plate printmaking is a low-tech and versatile technique for creating etching-like intaglio prints as well as subtly textured collographs. Because they are made with an illustration board substrate, shellac plates can be cut into an almost infinite variety of shapes, allowing the artist to build a “library” of images that can be combined on the press or through collage.In this workshop, you will create a series of shaped plates, which you will use to create both multi-layered prints and printed collage materials. You will be encouraged to experiment with a wide range of effects to express their own visual ideas and aesthetic. Prerequisite: Printmaking experience

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 NEW Miller School of Art in WHite Center  ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED. Supply and Model fee $50  Prerequisite: None.

Instructor: Larry Calkins

Miniature painting has a rich history in many cultures. You will learn to use the mini encaustic pen tool and other techniques for fine manipulation of the encaustic medium. Miniature paintings can be worked on metal, glass, or wood surfaces. Lots of examples will be provided. Supply fee $20 Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Deborah Faye Lawrence

Instructor: Andrea Marcos

Explore the art of linocut alongside learning how to print on a press. Come with an existing linocut you have, or an idea for a print you want to carve. Learn the basics of carving on unmounted linoleum, tricks and tips for transferring, lettering, layout, inking, and more. You will learn the basics of registration and adjusting a press. Prerequisiste: None

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 NEW Miller School of Art in WHite Center  ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED.  $50 supply fee  Saturday Only Prerequisite: none 

Instructor: Shruti Ghatak

Want to capture the beautiful lakes, majestic mountains, and dramatic clouds that the PNW offers? If you do, then this is a workshop for you! You will be guided through the process of developing a landscape painting by breaking down painting into fundamental elements of composition, value and color. Principles of paint handling and proper use of material will go hand-in-hand with building skills to render landscape paintings progressively from simple to more complex.Expect a solid work and joy-filled workshop of Acrylic landscape study, overflowing with sequential exercises, interesting experiments, and quite a bit of color theory. We will discuss and learn from examples of old and contemporary master painters. The instructor will work with everyone individually throughout the workshop and will paint alongside the students. Expect to go home with tools of a lifetime and couple of ready to hang paintings! The workshop is for beginning and intermediate students.Prerequisite: None 

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 NEW Miller School of Art in White Center ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED.   Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Tatjana Pavicevic

Viscosity printing is a process of color separation that combines methods of intaglio and relief inking, and allows multiple colors to be printed simultaneously from a single plate.  In this class you will learn how to prepare and roll out inks of different fluidity properties and pull prints using the viscosity method. You will make textured copper plates through multiple etching stages and various plate making methods. With this technique you will create ways of overlapping and mixing colors in a multitude of variations, opening up infinity of color possibilities. Experienced printmakers are welcome, but no experience is necessary to take this class and walk away with prints of your own.  Prerequisite: Etching experience

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 $35 Student Fridays available. There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

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: 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 $30  There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did 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 NEW Miller School of Art in Highland Park  ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED.  $50 supply fee  Saturday Only Prerequisite: none 

Instructor: Maura Donegan

This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in experimenting with fabric and stitch in a fun, relaxed yet productive setting. In this Slow Stitching Weekend you will explore fabrics and threads of different weights, composition and balance, as well as a variety of stitches, both simple and composite. After learning a few basic stitches and how different stitches behave on different fabrics we will begin composing and layering. You will learn how to successfully build up layers and add depth. Feel free to bring fabrics or bits and pieces which have special meaning to you. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Che Lopez

Acrylics and Oils are very versatile mediums, bright luminous colors, ease of use, and infinite techniques make painting a boundless, creative choice. Whether you are intrigued by acrylic’s and oils potential, or have worked in acrylic / olis for years, this class has something for everyone. Prerequisite: None

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: 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 $20 ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED

Instructor: Nikki Barber

Vitreography is using glass as a plate to create imagery. Glass has the ability to produce bold true colors and can be wiped as an intaglio and/or rolled as a relief plate. You will use diamond tipped scribes and dremel tools as well as hand tools and stencils to create textures, lines and shapes as well as glass etching cream. Glass plates are very easy to ink and wipe and have the ability to hold a lot of ink in each mark and you can seemingly get an infinite number of prints. Prerequisite: Some printmaking experience preferred but not required

Instructor: Garima Naredi

This one day workshop will focus on understanding color through color theory, paint mixing and application using oil colors. We will make color charts, color collages and have discussions on old and contemporary masterworks. Prerequisite: None

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 NEW Miller School of Art in Highland Park  ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED.   Prerequisite: none

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: Virginia Hungate-Hawk

Largely tailored to student's interests and individual projects, you are encouraged to come to this class with a specific project in mind. In this class we will be working in the Intaglio method of printmaking and the focus will be on exploring the different techniques of aquatint including spit bite, water bite, and sugar lift. This class is best suited for those with an intermediate-advanced knowledge of etching and want to hone their skills or learn a new techniques. Lots of individualized attention will be provided. Prerequisite: Intermediate Etching, or permission of instructor. Supply fee $30

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: Jeanne Marie Ferraro

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: 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 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 floral, 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: Mark Takamichi Miller

Do you get tired of spending lots of money on inferior pre-stretched canvases at the art supply stores? Do you want to paint 60”x72” without spending $400 on a canvas that is not made to last? Making a canvas this size can cost as little as $25 to make yourself. The quality of canvas is much higher and the flexibility you have with priming options is much greater. Come see how to easily make your own supports from small wood panels to large stretched canvas. After you make your own canvas take it home to paint on! Prerequisite: None Located OFFSITE at Miller School of Art in Highland Park

Instructor: Yulia Chubotin

Explore watercolor techniques, composition, and color and practice watercolor painting. Prerequisite: some watercolor experience This class has a supply list please contact us if you do 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: Leslie Moon

Have you always wanted to learn the art of linocuts? Do you already know the basics of block printing and want to learn more? Maybe you are proficient at block printing but like to work with new instructors. If any of these then fits you then this is the workshop for you. In this one-day workshop in addition to the basics of linocuts, you will have an opportunity to learn: inking techniques including rainbow roll, chine colle and puzzle block printing. We will be using both soft cut blocks as well as traditional linoleum. You are also welcome to bring any previously carved blocks. All levels welcome! 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. 

Instructor: Jessica Hoffman

This class will explore the possibilities for creating content in books, while working with a variety of processes and materials, such as collage, found objects, and printmaking without a press. We will also explore a variety of experimental book structures, such as map folds, flag books, and paper engineering. By the end of the class, students will have created visually compelling one of-a-kind books. This class is great for beginners looking to get started in book arts, as well as experienced binders who want to expand on techniques and add content to their books. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Angie Dixon

Continue or start your experience in Asian Brush and Ink Painting, or Sumi Painting, with this workshop. We will be using Asian Ink (Sumi) and specialized Asian brushes to depict wonderful parts of nature on rice paper. We will focus on painting tree branches and flowering plants together with a variety of insects. These are classic themes in Asian art. Come learn and enjoy. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Mark Takamichi Miller

Have you ever wanted to see the range of things you can do with your paints? The possibilities will open you up and get you out of any rut. From learning about traditional oil mediums to thick clear layers of glossy acrylics we will try it all. We pour, brush, scoop, squeegee and soak. Many of the processes are completely unpredictable and surprising. Even if you only plan to paint traditionally this will show you ways to use your materials that you never dreamt of. This workshop is located offsite at NEW Miller School of Art in Highland Park ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED. Prerequisite: none

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 $25 Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Shruti Ghatak

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: Larry Calkins

Work with primarily Painting and Collage in this Sketchbook Workshop.  Learn how to get in the habit of creating a working dialog with yourself through your sketchbook. Bring ideas around your personal stories. Bring source materials such as photos, letters, clippings and other ephemera that is meaningful to you.  Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Dawn Endean

In this class we will combine two techniques, Painterly monotype and Collograph/Intaglio, to create a series of varied but related prints. On Day One we will create colorful Monotypes through a painterly application of ink on Plexiglas using brushes, palate knives and other tools. On Day Two we will use engraving tools and various media to add focus, detail and additional texture to our Monotypes. Prerequisite: Some printmaking experience

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 NEW Miller School of Art in Highland Park  ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED. Supply and Model fee $50  Prerequisite: None.

Instructor: Shruti Ghatak

Want to capture the beautiful lakes, majestic mountains, and dramatic clouds that the PNW offers? If you do, then this is a workshop for you! You will be guided through the process of developing a landscape painting by breaking down painting into fundamental elements of composition, value and color. Principles of paint handling and proper use of material will go hand-in-hand with building skills to render landscape paintings progressively from simple to more complex.  Expect a solid work and joy-filled workshop of Acrylic landscape study, overflowing with sequential exercises, interesting experiments, and quite a bit of color theory. We will discuss and learn from examples of old and contemporary master painters. The instructor will work with everyone individually throughout the workshop and will paint alongside the students. Expect to go home with tools of a lifetime and couple of ready to hang paintings! The workshop is for beginning and intermediate students.  Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Mark Takamichi Miller

Mediums are what we add to oil paint to make it come alive with unique character all its own. The masters carefully guarded their own formulations of oil mediums because they knew how important they were to the very essence of the painting. Now making your own oil medium or even understanding how to use the readymade mediums in the store is becoming a lost art. Historically the alchemy of paint occupied many artists all of their lives. Find out what you may have been missing in your painting and straighten out the confusion array of mediums to make your art come alive! Making your own oil paint is easy and much cheaper, avoid the art store and get some of your materials for much less. Find out how to put together your own set of paints and how to use them in one lesson. In addition we will cover Non-Toxic Oil Painting. Some people would love to paint in oil but are c. All materials provided. This workshop is located offsite at The Miller School of Art in Georgetown. ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED. Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Garima Naredi

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: 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

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 NEW Miller School of Art in Highland Park  ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED.   Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Andrea Marcos

Explore the art of linocut alongside learning how to print on a press. Come with an existing linocut you have, or an idea for a print you want to carve. Learn the basics of carving on unmounted linoleum, tricks and tips for transferring, lettering, layout, inking, and more. You will learn the basics of registration and adjusting a press. Prerequisiste: None

Instructor: Mark Takamichi Miller

IIt is possible to paint a portrait in one session and get a likeness with just pouring paint? This will teach you how to mix latex house paint to just the right color and keep the paint controlled to depict a human face so accurately the individual will be recognizable. First we will take a photo of you and project it on the canvas board. Then will learn the technique of how to 'pour you' on the canvas. If you have your own laptop and/or digital projector please bring one. This workshop is located offsite at NEW Miller School of Art in White Center  ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED. Prerequisite: none 

Instructor: Larry Calkins

In this class we will push ideas of pattern and repeating forms. This way of making images has been utilized from ancient times and from every culture. It has been used in textiles to sculptures to cave paintings. Examples include paisley from India, dots from Australia, sacred geometry from the Middle East, folk arts from Africa to name a few. We will employ a variety of methods and materials including encaustic wax, stamping, tracing and stenciling, and work on multiple surfaces including paper, cloth and wood. Come with no expectations and play! Supply fee $20 Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Che Lopez

Acrylics and Oils are very versatile mediums, bright luminous colors, ease of use, and infinite techniques make painting a boundless, creative choice. Whether you are intrigued by acrylic’s and oils potential, or have worked in acrylic / olis for years, this class has something for everyone. Prerequisite: None

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 $20 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 $30  There is a supply list for this class contact us if you did not receive one.

Instructor: Mark Takamichi Miller

Have you ever wanted to see the range of things you can do with your paints? The possibilities will open you up and get you out of any rut. From learning about traditional oil mediums to thick clear layers of glossy acrylics we will try it all. We pour, brush, scoop, squeegee and soak. Many of the processes are completely unpredictable and surprising. Even if you only plan to paint traditionally this will show you ways to use your materials that you never dreamt of. This workshop is located offsite at NEW Miller School of Art in Highland Park ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED. Prerequisite: none

Instructor: Maja Sereda

Bringing together your passion for drawing nature and visual storytelling. Unleash your imagination by telling stories through images rather than words. Learn how to develop character designs, choose settings and create exciting visual narratives by juxta-positioning different elements. The instructor will help you through every step from concept sketches to final artwork. Learn how to mix media for desired effect. There is a supply list for the class please contact us if you did not receive one. Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Leslie Moon

Have you always wanted to learn the art of linocuts? Do you already know the basics of block printing and want to learn more? Maybe you are proficient at block printing but like to work with new instructors. If any of these then fits you then this is the workshop for you. In this one-day workshop in addition to the basics of linocuts, you will have an opportunity to learn: inking techniques including rainbow roll, chine colle and puzzle block printing. We will be using both soft cut blocks as well as traditional linoleum. You are also welcome to bring any previously carved blocks. All levels welcome! 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 NEW Miller School of Art in WHite Center  ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED. Supply and Model fee $50  Prerequisite: None.

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 $25 Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Bonnie Hungate-Hawk

 Have you ever wanted to create gorgeous one-of-a-kind silk scarves or paintings but just didn’t know how to go about it? In this workshop will explore the techniques involved in painting on habotai silk. This will be a hands-on workshop with demonstrations, discussion and individual instruction touching on color theory and design. You will be urged to let your creativity and imagination flow with the beauty of these intense dyes. Various methods of applying color will be explored and participants will finish the workshop with samples of techniques as well as finished pieces. ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED $60 FEE Prerequisite: None

Instructor: Nikki Barber

Vitreography is using glass as a plate to create imagery. Glass has the ability to produce bold true colors and can be wiped as an intaglio and/or rolled as a relief plate. You will use diamond tipped scribes and dremel tools as well as hand tools and stencils to create textures, lines and shapes as well as glass etching cream. Glass plates are very easy to ink and wipe and have the ability to hold a lot of ink in each mark and you can seemingly get an infinite number of prints. Prerequisite: Some printmaking experience preferred but not required