Refine your hot casting skills in this 4-week class dedicated to advancing your proficiency in hot glass casting. Exploring various approaches to using open faced sand and steel molds, participants will focus on elevating their hot casting with an emphasis on mold quality over quantity. Students will engage in mutual assistance, learning casting shop etiquette while supporting each other on individual projects. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of hot casting and elevate your glass art to new heights. Prerequisite: hot casting 1 or equivalent

*** NO CLASS on Nov 9

Curious about glass beadmaking, but not sure if you're ready for a 6-week class? This 4-hour, hands-on experience is a great way to try flameworking before you commit to longer class or to simply explore a new art form. In this workshop, students will learn how to manipulate glass by heating it in a torch flame, wrapping the molten glass onto a mandrel, and then using heat and gravity to shape glass to make beads. Tools and eye protection provided. 

Prerequisite: None 

This 4-hour, hands-on glassblowing workshop is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient art 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.

Prerequisite: None

Delve into the art of glass flameworking, capturing nature's beauty by emulating delicate botanical forms. Master the technique of crafting intricate components while using bridging techniques to connect them, creating lifelike flora. Through artistic dissection, experimentation with color and pattern, and innovative methods, we'll celebrate the splendor of the botanical world in glass. Some borosilicate flameworking experience necessary. (at least one previous boro class)

***NO CLASS on Nov 29

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

Supply Fee: $50

NO CLASS on Nov 29

Developed in Swedish glass factories in the late 19th century, the color overlay presents a unique opportunity to manipulate color on the outside of a glass piece. The precursor to the Graal and Ariel techniques, this class is dedicated to the successful mastery of the overlay itself. Participants will learn methods for manipulating the overlay while hot, as well as other foundational Swedish glassblowing techniques and aesthetics. Skill level: intermediate.

Take your bead making skills to the next level. Students will explore how to embelish the surface of their beads and using silver, reduction colors and dicro. Students will also learn more advanced bead shapes and will learn to create a variety of shapes including teddy bears, bunnies, chickens, penguins and more. Prerequisite: Beginning Beadmaking

NO CLASS on Nov 30

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

This 4-hour, hands-on flameworking workshop is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient craft of working with molten glass on a small scale. Using a tabletop torch, learn to heat, shape, apply color, and make small objects with one-on-one instruction from professional glass artists.

Prerequisite: None

This 4-hour, hands-on glassblowing workshop is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient art 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.

Prerequisite: None

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: Two (2) 6-week Beginning Glassblowing classes

NO CLASS on Dec 1

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

NO CLASS on Nov 25

This class will focus on connecting and shaping solid borosilicate glass on the torch for the purposes of creating forms and structures of nature, including flowers, animals, and basic human forms. Skills will include stretching and gathering glass, tapering and bending shapes, and connecting shapes together in a structurally sound manner. A recurring theme will be breaking down the final goal into its component shapes, creating a plan, and executing a process to most accurately capture the intended form.

Prerequisite: Beginning Flameworking

***NO CLASS on Nov 25

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: Two (2) 6-week Beginning Glassblowing classes

NO CLASS on Nov 25

This class prepares students to become independent glassblowers. Refine skills and methodology as students create using a broad-ranging color application and technique. Students are allowed to request special demonstrations to their instructor 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 to develop their skills. 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 or Experienced Intermediate Glassblowing 

NO CLASS on Nov 26

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

***NO CLASS on Nov 26

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

Supply Fee: $50

NO CLASS on Nov 26

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

NO CLASS on Nov 27

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

No CLASS on Nov 27

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

Supply Fee: $50

**NO CLASS on Nov 27

Did you complete the first Beginner Level class and are you ready for the next step? This course teaches color in combination with continuing and reinforcing the basic shapes. The goal of this course is to prepare students to comfortably work in Hotshop and be confident enough to move on to the Intermediate level class.

Prerequisite: 1 6-week Beginning Glassblowing

NO CLASS on Nov 28

Curious about glass beadmaking, but not sure if you're ready for a 6-week class? This 4-hour, hands-on experience is a great way to try flameworking before you commit to longer class or to simply explore a new art form. In this workshop, students will learn how to manipulate glass by heating it in a torch flame, wrapping the molten glass onto a mandrel, and then using heat and gravity to shape glass to make beads. Tools and eye protection provided. 

Prerequisite: None 

This 4-hour, hands-on glassblowing workshop is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient art 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.

Prerequisite: None

This 4-hour, hands-on flameworking workshop is a great way to experience the fascinating and ancient craft of working with molten glass on a small scale. Using a tabletop torch, learn to heat, shape, apply color, and make small objects with one-on-one instruction from professional glass artists.

Prerequisite: None

In the most basic terms, soldering is making metal stick to itself with metal "glue". But really? Soldering is totally magic! Come learn some magic and go home with some lovely sterling silver stack rings to wear or share. If you have never used a torch before, the instructor will be with you every step of the way. If you can solder already, you'll improve your skills in this short, sweet, and highly productive class.

Prerequisite: None.

Supply Fee: $45.

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 kiln fire your work, and how temperature and firing time affect your piece. Techniques covered include how to use opaque and transparent enamels, surface design options like stencils, sgraffito, beads, water color enamels, and more. We have over 100 transparent and opaque enamels and enamel products for you to experiment with as you learn your way around building and layering color. Copper will be provided for class work.

Prerequisite: None

Supply Fee: $75

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

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

Supply Fee: $40

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

Dive into stone setting in this weekend of fun and fundamentals. 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 complexity of your settings. From setting flat-backed stones to faceted stones & you will learn tab, bezel, tube and flush settings. Class time will include demonstrations and practice. Create samples and 1-2 pieces of wearable jewelry.

Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry/Metals and ability to solder independently.

Supply Fee: $65

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

Supply Fee: $40

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

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 additional weeks of supportive instruction. Rather than follow a set syllabus, students will chose to focus on those skills that appeal to them most. Students will see increased quality and output.

Prerequisite: at least one session of Introduction to Jewelry Lost Wax Casting.

Supply Fee: $60

Give your bling a solid foundation! In this course 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 tab, advanced bezel, tube, flush and pedestal prongs. 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.

Supply Fee: $60

Keum Boo is the Korean technique of bonding thin sheets of gold foil to silver and other materials to add a bit of glow to any project. In this one day, 8-hour workshop, you will create a pair of beautiful earrings using metal texturing, patina, and bonding 24K gold foil to fine silver.  Students may bring extra materials to embellish their hand made pieces to further customize their earrings.

Prerequisites: none

Supply Fee: $75

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

Supply Fee: $60

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

If you already have a handle on basic techniques such as sawing, soldering, and finishing, join this Intermediate Jewelry/Metals class and continue honing your jewelry making skills by challenging yourself to a higher level of technique and perfection. Students will be led through discussions, demonstrations, supervised work time, and individualized instruction to create a unique project. Instructor will introduce intermediate level mechanism systems, embellishment techniques using additional materials, as well as superb construction techniques and unique components for very special compositions of contemporary jewelry. Students will also be challenged to think through methods of "smart construction planning” throughout the class project, which will serve as a guide for independent work in the future

Supply Fee: $60

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

Beginners and returning students alike will enjoy this quick, make-and-take bracelet class! Using the hydraulic press and some vintage patterned copper, we will make a synclastic (domed) cuff bracelet. Students will have the opportunity & to try out some specialized synclastic forming tools and get more familiar with the press, and learn some of the foundations of jewelry making along the way. No prior experience needed, and you will leave with a beautiful, finished copper bracelet. Supply Fee: $35

In this two week class learn the process of creating wax models, and casting metal using the centrifugal casting process. Topics will include learning how to create models from wax, creating a mold, investing, using the centrifugal casting unit, finishing cast objects, and working with simple ring designs. This class accommodates all skill levels and may be repeated. Expect to be invested by the first week to cast and finish on the final week.

No Prerequisites. All pieces cast in bronze, students can purchase silver on their own.

Supply Fee: $45

Learn the skills of cloisonné masters in this intermediate level workshop. Techniques will include the cloisonné process of creation of intricate and shaded imagery, and making and using fine silver or copper wire. You will learn how to form, apply, kiln-fire, and finish designs of your own making or taking inspiration from designs we will offer. Supplies provided include copper and fine silver base pieces and wire. Pratt's extensive inventory of opaque and transparent enamels is available to you during class, and your experienced instructor will help you to trouble-shoot your own ideas and goals.

Prerequisite: previous enameling experience.

Supply Fee: $75.

Students will make a pair of earrings featuring sparkly, faceted gemstones in a tube setting! Tube settings provide a strong, secure way to hold a faceted stone for rings, pendants, earrings, and more. Students will learn about different types of tubing, and how to select the correct materials & gems for this process; we will then cover the proper use of setting burrs and setting punches. We'll also discuss design considerations, and students will leave with a finished pair of earrings.

Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry or equivalent; students must be able to solder independently.

Supply Fee: $60

This one day workshop will offer a detailed approach with step-by-step guidance for learning the basics of sand-casting small objects in non-ferrous metal. In this workshop, you will learn how to best select master object, which tools to use, and how to prepare gates and vents so that the molten metal flows best during the pour. You will also learn a special formula to determine the casting weight of non-conventional materials and how much metal to use. After we cast our pieces in bronze, a basic demonstration will be provided about clean-up and finishing options. In this class, students will experience what an extremely useful, rapid, and versatile studio practice this technique can be, especially since master objects are never lost or damaged. This is a perfect process for anyone that has an interest in casting but does not want the mess of investment or the expense of casting machinery. If you decide to sign up for this class, please consider bringing objects for casting exploration that are no more than 2" inches in the largest direction. This will be the ideal size for our class projects.

Supply Fee: $65

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

This beginner course opens the doorway to the fundamentals of wire wrapping. You will learn how to manipulate wire to form wire-wrapped links and drops to add movement and swing to your jewelry. Additionally, you will learn about the gauging system, different qualities of wire, and the tools involved in producing efficient, consistent results. These essential techniques empower you with the knowledge to produce various styles of earrings, bracelets, and necklaces.

Prerequisite: None

Supply Fee: $35

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

In this class students will learn fundamental leatherworking skills, like sewing, riveting, and adding hardware. Students will also gain an understanding of how to design and draft patterns to suit their individual needs. Purses, bags, wallets, tool organizers, and accessories are common projects, but bring your creativity and specific ideas! A basic selection of hardware and leather is provided, and students are welcome to purchase their own.

Prerequisites: none

Supply Fee: $85

In this class students will learn how to hammer and shape a sheet of flat silver into a seamless ring. Sounds like a magic trick? It almost is! We’ll discuss surface textures and prepare our metal, then form our seamless rings. Then, we will make a slim band to fit around the outside and flair the edges of the wide ring to capture the spinner. You will leave with at least one finished ring. This class is suitable for total beginners as well as returning students who want to learn a new process.

Prerequisite: none.

Supply Fee: $60

Are you wanting to cast more of your work? This class is designed for knowledgeable students who have taken casting before but want the low cost opportunity to cast more work and spend extra time on finishing. Students must be capable of investing alone and safely casting in teams. Students must be studio accessed in order to invest before class.  Investments must be completed 2 days before the class date; students are limited to two flasks. Students will work in teams and must invest by Friday 7/19 after the class so we can burn out the flask for the second class. No sand casting in this class.

Supply Fee: $40

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

Push the boundaries of metal clay, the material you can sculpt like clay then fire into solid metal. Metal clay 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 metal clay. Prerequisite: None. Supply Fee: $80.

Powder coating is a durable color option for jewelry! In this no-experience-needed workshop, you will learn how to prep metal, apply the colored powders in several ways without the mess of a coating gun, and heat cure the earrings. You will then decorate earrings by stencil options, colored markers, and your imagination. Class supplies include everything you need to finish several pairs of art for your ears or just in time for seasonal gifting to others!

Prerequisite: None

Supply Fee: $35

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

Whether the party is lit with candles, chandeliers, or a disco ball, a pair of sparkly earrings promises that you'll enter in style. Score extra points by crafting these attention-getting accessories yourself, using sterling silver and simple tools like hammers, drills, and files to create striking effects From studs to shoulder-dusters, your party-ready earrings will shine and sparkle in any surroundings! You'll make 2-3 pairs to wear or give. All levels.

Prerequisite: None.

Supply Fee: $55.

In the most basic terms, soldering is making metal stick to itself with metal "glue". But really? Soldering is totally magic! Come learn some magic and go home with some lovely sterling silver stack rings to wear or share. If you have never used a torch before, the instructor will be with you every step of the way. If you can solder already, you'll improve your skills in this short, sweet, and highly productive class.

Prerequisite: None.

Supply Fee: $45.

In this 2-day, 16 hour class, students will create a fine silver bracelet in the traditional Viking era style from 800-1050 CE. Students will learn and practice pouring an open mold ingot of fine silver, forge the ingot to length, and shape it into a bracelet. The Instructor, David is an accomplished silver smith who engages in historical research and experimental archaeology.

Required experience: Beginning JM and comfortable with torchwork

Supply Fee: $65

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 an action packed 'process' with no possibility of staying in your rut if you have one.  You will be provided with a large paper, drawing and painting materials. Absolute beginners are perfect for this class as well as advanced artists.   

This workshop is located offsite at The Miller School of Art in White Center. 

ALL SUPPLIES PROVIDED

Supply fee of $50.00 will be collected by instructor at the workshop

Prerequisite: None

This one day workshop will focus on quick drawing techniques through live demos and lectures. You will learn about lines, light and shade, composition, and draw in your sketchbooks with dry mediums like pencils, charcoal and chalk. We will start by drawing commonly found objects around us in the studio and then proceed to exploring subjects of personal interest using photographs and prints. Drawing on both white and toned paper will be explored in class.

Prerequisite: None

THERE IS A SUPPLY LIST FOR THIS WORKSHOP

The possibilities of charcoal are wide and varied. In this workshop we will explore all the charcoals from vine, white, handmade to traditional charcoal. Create unusual works with charcoal and kneaded erasers.

Prerequisite: None

THERE IS A SUPPLY LIST FOR THIS WORKSHOP

In this workshop we will concentrate solely on the portrait. Working with live model to learn basic portrait drawing strategies and techniques.  You will explore the anatomical and structural forms of the head and its features. We will look at the particular proportions of the eyes, nose, mouth and larger forms of the forehead, jaw and cheek bones. You will drawing with charcoals to study form as we examine the composition grid.

Prerequisite: None

THERE IS A SUPPLY LIST FOR THIS WORKSHOP

This 3 session Intermediate Drawing class will build on your basic drawing skills. We will take a contemporary and individualized approach to drawing and 'out-of-the-box' approaches. Use line and contour, shape and form, light and shadow, space and depth, proportion and perspective to create realistic images. We will draw from observation then move onto planning a composition, balancing representational elements with abstract, and bringing in your personal voice into the drawing.

Prerequisite: Beginning Drawing 

THERE IS A SUPPLY LIST FOR THIS CLASS

This 3 week Intermediate Drawing class will build on your basic drawing skills. We will take a contemporary and individualized approach to drawing and 'out-of-the-box' approaches. Use line and contour, shape and form, light and shadow, space and depth, proportion and perspective to create realistic images. We will draw from observation then move onto planning a composition, balancing representational elements with abstract, and bringing in your personal voice into the drawing. 

Prerequisite: Beginning Drawing 

THERE IS A SUPPLY LIST FOR THIS CLASS

In this class we will concentrate solely on the portrait. We will delve into the structural forms of the head, features and the neck. You will learn about proportions and portrait drawing techniques through demonstrations and viewing the portrait work of many artists. Students will draw from life model on both the days.

Prerequsite: None

THERE IS A SUPPLY LIST FOR THIS CLASS

Pay-What-You-Can Weekend classes run fall, winter and spring during the school year on Saturdays and Sundays. Pratt offers experiential 5-week art classes for youth ages 5 - 13 where students explore self-expression through painting, drawing, sculpture and other media as they delve into the elements and vocabulary of art. Each week we focus on a different discipline while working toward making a final art piece. Students get to explore a variety of styles and techniques in each discipline, while exploring their own creativity and choice of subject. This is a great way for young artist to dive right in.

Pay-What-You-Can Weekend classes run fall, winter and spring during the school year on Saturdays and Sundays. Pratt offers experiential 5-week art classes for youth ages 5 - 13 where students explore self-expression through painting, drawing, sculpture and other media as they delve into the elements and vocabulary of art. Each week we focus on a different discipline while working toward making a final art piece. Students get to explore a variety of styles and techniques in each discipline, while exploring their own creativity and choice of subject. This is a great way for young artist to dive right in.

Pay-What-You-Can Weekend classes run fall, winter and spring during the school year on Saturdays and Sundays. Pratt offers experiential 5-week art classes for youth ages 5 - 13 where students explore self-expression through painting, drawing, sculpture and other media as they delve into the elements and vocabulary of art. Each week we focus on a different discipline while working toward making a final art piece. Students get to explore a variety of styles and techniques in each discipline, while exploring their own creativity and choice of subject. This is a great way for young artist to dive right in.

Pay-What-You-Can Weekend classes run fall, winter and spring during the school year on Saturdays and Sundays. Pratt offers experiential 5-week art classes for youth ages 5 - 13 where students explore self-expression through painting, drawing, sculpture and other media as they delve into the elements and vocabulary of art. Each week we focus on a different discipline while working toward making a final art piece. Students get to explore a variety of styles and techniques in each discipline, while exploring their own creativity and choice of subject. This is a great way for young artist to dive right in.

Pay-What-You-Can Weekend classes run fall, winter and spring during the school year on Saturdays and Sundays. Pratt offers experiential 5-week art classes for youth ages 5 - 13 where students explore self-expression through painting, drawing, sculpture and other media as they delve into the elements and vocabulary of art. Each week we focus on a different discipline while working toward making a final art piece. Students get to explore a variety of styles and techniques in each discipline, while exploring their own creativity and choice of subject. This is a great way for young artist to dive right in.

Pratt offers a 5-week after school art class for youth ages 7-12 where students explore self-expression through painting, drawing, sculpture and other media as they delve into the elements and vocabulary of art. Students get to explore a variety of styles and techniques in each discipline, while exploring their own creativity and choice of subject. This is a great way for young artist to dive right in.

No class 11/27

Explore blacksmithing. Create functional or abstract sculpture by learning to cut, hammer, shape, and attach metal. This class is for beginning or intermediate students. By the end of the week you will take home a sculpture that you have created from design to finish. All materials included.

No class 11/29

Teen tuition assistance available throughout the year. Learn more here:

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Exceptional Magicks... what is that?

It refers to the uncanny ability to take a narrative, characters, or ideas in your head and bring them to life with nothing but some art supplies and effort. Pure wizardry! In this course you'll learn some basic steps to take an idea to a fully realized comic story. I'll share with you some of the tools passed on to me by my mentors and examples of how it's worked for me on past projects.

Artists will be given prompts to work from to create original stories based in the fictional continent of Keltina, a place filled with monsters, magic, and people of all types. With a little direction the artist will learn the tools and resources to create their own works or collaborate in the future.

The main goals of this course are to craft creative confidence by learning to embrace the process, empower the artist to create a comic from start to finish, and embolden the artist to iterate and expand on their ideas!

No class 11/29

Teen tuition assistance available throughout the year. Learn more here:

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Explore, express, impress! Developing courageous sketchbook practices for young artists!

A sketchbook practice is one of the artist's most impactful tools! In this class, developing artists will learn methods for creating and sustaining a sketchbook practice. Through guided, independent and collaborative art challenges, students will fill a sketchbook using a variety of dry and wet mediums. Our multidisciplinary practice will focus on abstraction and representational drawing, printmaking & color theory! By the end of the course, students will be ready to continue their sketchbook practices and cultivate creative concepts which can be used to support exploring secondary educational and extracurricular arts opportunities.

No class 11/29

Each student will receive a sketchbook!

Personal supplies:

• Feel free to bring existing sketchbook, works and reference materials like magazines, personal (paper based) ephemera like show tickets, ticket stubs, playing cards, postcards 
•  Bring your favorite drawing tool!

Teen tuition assistance available through out the year. Learn more here:

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Discover the universal appeal of shaping molten glass. Individualized instruction will help you learn the basics of glassblowing: gathering glass from the furnace and blowing and shaping bubbles. Make your own glass cup or sculptural paperweight while learning how to shape glass with tools. All materials included.

No class 11/29

Teen tuition assistance available throughout the year. Learn more here:

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Explore 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 come to life!

No class 11/29

Teen tuition assistance available throughout the year. Learn more here:

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This class is open to all girls, non-binary, and trans students ready to spark creativity and build something amazing! Learn to MIG weld and explore everything the Pratt Fabrication Shop has to offer with guidance from one of Pratt’s skilled welding instructors. You’ll master basic welding techniques, get hands-on with shop tools, and create unique projects that reflect your individuality. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm! It’s an unforgettable experience where you can build skills, confidence, and community in a welcoming environment.

No class 11/29

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Learn to see and describe the figure! Working with a clothed model, we will discover a simple method of mapping a complicated subject into shapes, angles, and major proportions. Over the course of multiple quick drawings, students will gain an understanding of artistic anatomy and the fundamentals of structural drawing. Leave this class with the tools to accurately capture the essence of what you see with a few simple lines.

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This class is designed to teach how to safely use all equipment and tools in the main woodworking studio while making a cutting board. The goal is to cover good studio practices as well as cover the benefits and limitations of each major power tool. Class time will be split between demonstrations, and individual hands-on shop time.

Prerequisite: None. Supply Free: $85

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Kumiko is a Japanese art form of fitting intricate pieces of wood into a geometric pattern.  Come learn how to make kumiko. The class will focus on the asanoha pattern using hand tool techniques.  There will be the opportunity make a few wall hangings. All class supplies are included. Bring your creativity; come ready for fun and to experiment! This class is designed for one student, 9 years and up, and one accompanying adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). No experience necessary, all material included.

Learn Blacksmithing and experience transforming cold hard steel with heat and hammers to make something fun. Learn how to taper, twist and scroll with one of Pratt's best blacksmithing instructors. This class is designed for one student, 10 years and up, and one accompanying adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). Space is limited to four groups so sign up early! No experience necessary, all metal included.

This art class is all about intergenerational collaboration through glass fusing. Explore the medium of kiln glass in this workshop for a family team! Working with a wide palette of glass colors and types of glass from sheets to powders, students will design and assemble a variety of small glass artworks.

Registration covers both 2 students. This class is designed for one student 9 years and up, and one accompanying adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). Space is limited to four groups so sign up early! No experience necessary, all glass included.

Pratt has a history of offering free workshops to veterans and their families. Learn the craft of carving a wooden spoon. This class is designed for students who want to learn how to use hand tools: bent gouge, hook knife, straight knife and spokeshave. You’ll cherish your spoon for years to come. Pratt Fine Arts Center is proud to offer this FREE opportunity to our Veterans and immediate family members.

Prerequisite: None. Each person expecting to attend must register with their own name.

Supply Fee: $0

This free Veteran's Day art class is all about intergenerational collaboration through glass fusing. Explore the medium of kiln glass in this workshop for a family team! Working with a wide palette of glass colors and types of glass from sheets to powders, students will design and assemble a variety of small glass artworks.

Registration covers both 2 students. This class is designed for one student 9 years and up, and one accompanying Veteran adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). Space is limited to four groups so sign up early! No experience necessary, all glass included.

This free Veteran's Day art class is all about intergenerational collaboration through glass flameworking. This 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. This will be an experience you will not forget!

Registration covers both 2 students. This class is designed for one student 10 years and up, and one accompanying Veteran adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). Space is limited to four groups so sign up early! No experience necessary, all glass included.

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. This will be an experience you will not forget!

Registration covers both 2 students. This class is designed for one student 10 years and up, and one accompanying adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). Space is limited to four groups so sign up early! No experience necessary, all glass included.

Learn to MIG weld and explore what the Pratt Fabrication shop has to offer with one of Pratt's best welding instructors. This will be an experience you and you will not forget! Repeat students welcome.

Registration covers both 2 students. This class is designed for one student 10 years and up, and one accompanying adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). Space is limited to four groups so sign up early! No experience necessary, all glass included.

This art class is all about intergenerational collaboration through glass fusing. Explore the medium of kiln glass in this workshop for a family team! Working with a wide palette of glass colors and types of glass from sheets to powders, students will design and assemble a variety of small glass artworks.

Registration covers both 2 students. This class is designed for one student 9 years and up, and one accompanying adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). Space is limited to four groups so sign up early! No experience necessary, all glass included.

Learn Blacksmithing and experience transforming cold hard steel with heat and hammers to make something fun. Learn how to taper, twist and scroll with one of Pratt's best blacksmithing instructors.

Registration covers both 2 students. This class is designed for one student 10 years and up, and one accompanying adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). Space is limited to four groups so sign up early! No experience necessary, all glass included.

Learn to MIG weld and explore what the Pratt Fabrication shop has to offer with one of Pratt's best welding instructors. This will be an experience you and you will not forget! Repeat students welcome.

Registration covers both 2 students. This class is designed for one student 10 years and up, and one accompanying adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). Space is limited to four groups so sign up early! No experience necessary, all glass included.

Learn Blacksmithing and experience transforming cold hard steel with heat and hammers to make something fun. Learn how to taper, twist and scroll with one of Pratt's best blacksmithing instructors.

Registration covers both 2 students. This class is designed for one student 10 years and up, and one accompanying adult (Mom, Dad, Grandma etc.). Space is limited to four groups so sign up early! No experience necessary, all glass included.

In this introductory 2-week course, we will cover European-styled woodcarving chisels and gouges; learn important carving techniques, learn to recognize wood grain direction, and an overview of basic tool sharpening. 

A basic set of tools is available to use in this class.

The wood material is included in the class fee.

Project 1 – Chip carving – it contains geometric shapes on all 4 corners which helps you learn about wood grain

Project 2 – Flat Carving – this design introduces curved lines and light relief

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: $85.

Cutoff Date 10/22/24

Pratt has a history of offering free workshops to veterans . Learn the craft of carving a wooden spoon. This class is designed for students who want to learn how to use hand tools: bent gouge, hook knife, straight knife and spokeshave. You’ll cherish your spoon for years to come. Pratt Fine Arts Center is proud to offer this FREE opportunity to our Veterans and immediate family members.

Prerequisite: None. Each person expecting to attend must register with their own name.

Supply Fee: $0

The Moravian Stool is a strong lightweight stool that teaches you all the basic steps of chairmaking. This class will be based off of the Christopher Schwarz plans that are rooted in the original stools from eastern Europe and very popular in historic Old Salem in NC. This class will be a mix of learning handtool and machine skills. Students will learn how to make tapered octagons, sliding dovetails, compound splayed legs and wedged through-tenons. You’ll end the class with a simple, elegant stool that has been well engineered to withstand the test of time. No prerequisite. If you already have spindle turning experience, you can turn your legs during class. You will not be taught how to spindle turn in this class. This class is a primer for the first chair class that will be offered in the Wood Studio in the next year. Supply fee: $85

Cut Off Date 10/29/24

In this class, we will teach beginner-advanced woodworkers the basics of handtool use and how to incorporate handtools into your everyday 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, and the three basic types of joinery: dovetails, a housed dado, and Mortise and Tenon joinery. All these joints will be incorporated into a bookshelf as the final class project. Supply Fee: $175.

Cut Off Date 10/29/24

Learn the art of handmade broom making! Students will learn about the materials used in broom making and basic techniques to create two handbrooms: a whisk and a hawktail with handle. Additional broom material will be provided so students can apply their new skill and create a third broom on their own time. Supply fee: $50.

Cutoff date 11/4/ 24

Want to get your toes wet in the wood turning world and get some wood shavings in your hair? Come to this one-day workshop and learn the basics of wood turning. During the workshop you will apply the basic skills learned to create some Holiday-themed pieces, such as a stylistic holiday tree or an ornament.  If you can't commit to the full Beginning Woodturning class this is a great chance to learn from an instructor with over 45 years of turning experience and to start the Holiday Season. Supply fee: $75. 

Cutoff date is 10/28/24

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: $85.

Cut off date 10/28/24

This class focuses on mixed media sculpture and is designed for both beginners and experienced sculptors. Together, we’ll explore what excites and inspires you, transforming those ideas into a work of art. In the first few weeks, we’ll experiment with different materials and concepts, discussing our discoveries along the way. The latter half of the course will be dedicated to an individual project of your choice. While the class takes place in the woodshop, it’s for anyone interested in exploring a variety of materials and ideas. You’ll have access to woodworking tools, sewing machines, steam boxes, and painting/drawing supplies. Basic materials like wood, canvas, and paper will be provided, though students will need to purchase any specific materials for their individual projects. If you’re looking to explore new mediums while learning how to analyze and discuss art, this class is for you. My role as your teacher is to guide you in bringing your unique ideas to life and helping you engage in meaningful discussions about your work. All skill levels are welcome, no prior experience with machines or woodshop tools is needed.

Material Fee $75

Cut off date 11/04/24

Building on skills developed in the pre-requisite Beginning Woodturning classes, participants will learn additional skills on the lathe and will apply those skills to their choice of projects.  Possible projects could be an end-grain box with a lattice lid, a goblet with captured rings on the stem, a turned ornament or a piece turned off-center. Students may develop and complete their own projects.  The skills learned will broaden the range of designs and techniques you use for your own turned work.  Supply Fee $85

Cut Off Date 11/5/24

This class is designed to teach how to safely use all equipment and tools in the main woodworking studio while making a cutting board.  The goal is to cover good studio practices as well as cover the benefits and limitations of each major power tool.  Class time will be split between demonstrations, and individual hands-on shop time.  Prerequisite: None.  Supply Free: $85 

Cutt Off date 11/26/24

Want to get your toes wet in the wood turning world and get some wood shavings in your hair? Come to this one-day workshop and learn the basics of wood turning. During the workshop you will apply the basic skills learned to create some Holiday-themed pieces, such as a stylistic holiday tree or an ornament.  If you can't commit to the full Beginning Woodturning class this is a great chance to learn from an instructor with over 45 years of turning experience and to start the Holiday Season. Supply fee: $75. 

Cutoff date is 12/3/24

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: $85.

Cut off date 12/02/24

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

Supply Fee: $30 for consumables (supply fee does not include stone; stone will be purchased in class once the project is determined)

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

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 the perfect way to try it out before registering.

Prerequisite: None

Supply Fee: $25

A supply list will be emailed to you upon registration. If you do not receive one, please refer to the link in the website listing.

Continuing welders and fabricators: take this class to expand your skills. Finish projects you started in Beginning Class or start something new. Learn TIG welding for stainless steel, aluminum, and bronze. Learn how to design and plan a project, including layout, preparing cost estimates, purchasing materials, and troubleshooting fabrication problems. Bring your own ideas and learn processes to help you complete your project. Prerequisite: Beginning Welding and Metal Fabrication or Equivalent. Supply Fee: $85.