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.

Jan 15 is skipped due to Holiday. 

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. 

There will be an extra student session after all sessions are completed. The instructor will discuss the detailed schedule with students during classtime.

Jan 15 is skipped due to holiday.  

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.

The session on Nov 24th is skipped due to the holiday weekend. 

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

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

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

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

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.

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

In this 4hours affordable class, 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 a small beads work. Tools and eye protection provided. Prerequisite: None 

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 

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

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 6week Beginning Glassblowing

This 3 week class will focus on refining your hot casting skills. From mold preparations to finished pieces. We will discuss and explore different approaches to your work in sand and steel molds. The emphasis of this class will be on mold quality over mold quantity. Prerequisite: casting 1 or equivalent Students should bring a sketchbook, water bottle, and 1 pair of rubber garden gloves and 1 pair of leather gloves.

The session on Jan 27th is skipped. 

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 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 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.

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: 2 6week Beginning Glassblowing. 

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: 2 6week Beginning Glassblowing. 

Spend an afternoon making glass art with someone special. This 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. The cost of this class covers you and your guest. Prerequisite: None

Looking for a different kind of date? Bring your love out to Pratt for a romantic afternoon in our fusing studio! Students will experience the fascinating and ancient craft of working with flat glass. Learn to cut, shape, and apply color to make tiles or coasters. 

The cost covers one couple (2 people).

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. 

There will be an extra student session after all sessions are completed. The instructor will discuss the detailed schedule with students during classtime.

Jan 15 is skipped due to holiday.  

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 steel, and casting into Organic materials. Students will 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

In this 4hours affordable class, 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 a small beads work. Tools and eye protection provided. Prerequisite: None 

Working with Bullseye glass, we will make "premade design elements" in the torch and fuse them in the Fusing studio. Demos will be given and students will have ample practice time to work on techniques. Time will be divided between flame shop and fusing studio. This is a good skill building class that will expand a student's ability beyond traditional fusing techniques. No experience required, but some flameworking would be helpful.

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 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.

No truth more true has ever been spoken: The fundamentals will never let you down, yet so many have skipped over this most necessary knowledge base. Now is the time to embrace the fundamentals. Though geared toward borosilicate lampworking, this class will offer a knowledge base that will assist anyone in their pursuit of glass as a medium. Any and all skill levels are welcome whether you are a beginner looking for a solid start or more experienced looking for a new start. Through lectures, conversations, and demos we will explore the material and learn how to develop a system of working and understand the importance of working systematically. A fast paced class not for the faint of heart, we hit the ground running dealing with concepts of heat theory, skill development, and many other necessary topics. We always have fun, so come join us and leave a better, well informed glass artist.

Lunch is included in the tuition. 

Learn the process of designing and creating wax models, and casting 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 working 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

Supply Fee: $75

** NO CLASS 2/13 + 2/20 **

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: $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.

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: $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.

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 with 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: $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.

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.

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, 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

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.

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: $50

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. This class has a set project of a sterling silver ring.

Prerequisite: None

Supply Fee: $55

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.

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, however students will leave this class prepared to have their wax models professionally cast or enroll in Introduction to Jewelry Lost Wax Casting to cast their own work.

Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry/Metals or equivalent

Supply Fee: $50

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 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.

Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry/Metals

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 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 stacking rings to wear or share. If you have never used a torch before, the instructor will be with you every step of the way to support your learning. If you can solder already, you'll improve your skills in this short, sweet, and highly productive class.

Prerequisite: None

Supply Fee: $45

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 the world of precious metal clay with this one-day workshop. You can sculpt metal clay like clay, but it comes out of the oven as metal! Learn to manipulate metal clay to create a variety of textures and forms. After seven short hours, you'll have a new skill and small selection of silver beads fresh from the oven that you can use for future projects! Your supply fee includes a package of metal clay.

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.

For students who have some experience with enameling (such as our "Introduction to Enameling"), this class is a guided exploration of more challenging enamel applications. These will include 3-D enameling on small dimensional forms, refinements in working with transparent enamels, use of silver foil, liquid enamels, inclusions, separation enamels, and many more tips and techniques. Demos will be balanced with lots of work time for students who want to have more time to build on skill development. Pratt’s extensive supply of enamels and enamel products and tools are provided, along with copper for your class work.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Enameling or equivalent experience

Supply Fee: $50

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.

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 due upon registration. 

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

Anyone can learn to draw; drawing is the foundation of all the visual arts. This class takes a contemporary and individualized approach to the basics of drawing and offers '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 please check the website listing if you do not receive one.

This class will focus on the development of observational skills and learning drawing fundamentals, with simple still life setups and working with charcoal as the drawing media. You will learn to set up their own still lifes and learn how to begin a drawing and take it to completion. There will be demos and discussions along with dedicated time to practice both quick sketches and sustained drawings.

Prerequisite:None

There is a supply list for this class please check the website listing if you do not receive one.

In this one day 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 please check the website listing if you do not receive one.

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 class please check the website listing if you do not receive one.

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.

No class 1/27

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.

No class 1/27

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.

No class 1/27

Pay-What-You-Can Weekend classes run through out the year, 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.

No class 1/28

Pay-What-You-Can Weekend classes run through out the year, 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.

No Class 1/28

Pay-What-You-Can Weekend classes run through out the year, 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.

No Class 1/28

A zine is a small, self-published book created by single person or small group about any topic they’re interested in. In this workshop, you will create your own zine while learning about the history of self-publication being used for social justice movements, advocacy, to share stories and even record special interests of the author(s). You will be encouraged to draw, write, and/or collage to create your zines.

At the end of the workshop, you will have the opportunity to share about your zine and to exchange some of the zines you have created with other participants!

Delve into the art of glass flameworking, capturing nature's beauty by emulating vibrant botanical forms and hues. Explore the technique of crafting intricate components and merging them to mirror real-life flora. Through artistic observation, experimentation with color, and innovative techniques, we'll celebrate the splendor of the botanical world in glass.

Create your own custom logo and designs! Experiment with stencils, direct drawing, and photographic process using found objects, drawings, and photographs. Once you have your own design the image can be transferred to shirts, posters, stickers, or anything else you want your image on. No experience necessary and no need to “be good at drawing”. All supplies provided except t-shirts.

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.

Learn the craft of carving a wooden spoon. This class is designed for beginner 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.

The class culminates with Seattle Spoon Club, 2/16, where carvers from all over the northwest gather to exchange techniques, stories, and fun times!

In this class, you will build a sculptural lamp in the form of a pod. Students will learn how to do tapered bent laminations to bend the curved pieces. Topic covered include learning how to: safety rip thin strips on the table saw, how to use a block plane, spokeshave, how to lash, and work with mulberry fiber paper to make a seamless lamp shade. Plus, how to properly wire a lamp. Students need to find and bring in a smooth rock roughly the size of a baking potato or softball, slightly oblong is totally fine. There will be a break for lunch. All other supplies are included in the class.

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. 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.

Explore the medium of beadmaking in this workshop for a family team. Learn how to melt rods of glass in a propane-oxygen flame, wrap the molten glass onto a metal mandrel (rod), and use heat and gravity to shape a bead. This class is designed for one student, 13 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

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. 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.). 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. 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.

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

In this introductory class we will cover European-styled carving chisels and gouges, learn important carving techniques with wood and basic tool sharpening. The project design is a “Fleur-de-lis”, a symbol used for centuries throughout Europe.

A basic set of tools is available to use in this class. The wood material is included in the class fee.

In this class we will take the mystery out of wood bending and explore what can be done with the material. You will learn various methods of bending wood, including but not limited to, steam bending, kerf bending, coopering and laminate bending. We will construct jigs and multiple types of steam boxes, so you can decide which best suits your practice at home. You will learn the safe operation of the shop machinery used in these processes as well and the hand tools needed to further shape wood. We will discuss types of wood and why some bend better than others. With the bent wood forms we create, we will discuss how and why to use these methods in practical and sculptural applications. The project will be informed by our explorations and the possibilities are endless. This project can take shape as many things such as a vase, a component in a piece of furniture or a sculptural work. Supply fee $100.

Learn the basics of turning wood on a lathe. In this class you will learn about spindle turning as well as the basics of turning plates, platters and bowls. Proper technique and safety will be the focus in order to give you confidence to create whatever shapes and forms you choose. Projects will include, a mortar and pestle, a hand mallet, a plate, a bowl, and for this class, a holiday ornament . Also covered will be the fundamentals of wood surface finishing and tool sharpening. This is the prerequisite for any of the advanced turning classes. Supply Fee: $125 .

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.

Learn to make custom hook knives and other useful tools for spoon and other carving projects. Start with raw steel and learn to heat, shape, grind, and sharpen your custom knives. Discussion of options for handling your tools is covered. Instructor Tom Henscheid's simple system can be created affordably with minimal tools in a variety of home workspaces. Supply fee $150

Want to get your toes wet in the wood turning world and some wood shavings in your hair? Come to this one-day workshop and learn the basics of spindle and bowl turning. You will apply the basic skills learned to create a mortar and pestle set during the workshop. If you can't commit to the full 6-week Beginning Woodturning class, this is a great chance to learn from an instructor with over 45 years of turning experience. Supply fee: $75 

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.

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.

Building on skills developed in the pre-requisite Beginning Woodturning classes, participants will learn additional advanced skills on the lathe.  Projects will include an end-grain box with a lattice lid, a goblet with captured rings on the stem and a piece turned off-center. The jigs used to assist making these shapes will be made during the class.  The skills learned will allow you to broaden the range of designs you use for your own turned work.

Three 4 hour sessions 

Materials fee $80 

In this class, you will build a sculptural lamp in the form of a pod.  Students will learn how to do tapered bent laminations to bend the curved pieces.  Topic covered include learning how to: safety rip thin strips on the table saw, how to use a block plane, spokeshave, how to lash, and work with mulberry fiber paper to make a seamless lamp shade.  Plus, how to properly wire a lamp.  Students need to find and bring in a smooth rock roughly the size of a baking potato or softball, slightly oblong is totally fine.  All other supplies are included in the class.

First session is 9:00 am to 5:00 pm the next 2 sessions are 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

If you own a block plane or a spoke shave please bring them.

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

This Beginning Woodturning class is for womxn-identified students; it will be taught by a womxn-identified instructor. Learn the basics of turning wood on a lathe. In this class we will learn about spindle (between center) turning as well as the basics of creating bowls. Proper technique and safety will be the focus in order to give the students the confidence to create whatever shapes and forms they choose. Also covered will be the fundamentals of finishing and sharpening. This is the prerequisite for any of the advanced turning classes. Supply Fee: $125. 

In this introductory class we will cover European-styled carving chisels and gouges, learn important carving techniques with wood and basic tool sharpening. The project design is a “Fleur-de-lis”, a symbol used for centuries throughout Europe.

A basic set of tools is available to use in this class. The wood material is included in the class fee.

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 a making a small piece of furniture designed by the instructor, you will gain enough experience to comfortably and safely use each piece of power equipment, as well as an understanding of its benefits and limitations. You will learn how to select and buy lumber for your own projects in the future. This is a great way to begin woodworking or to refine the skills that you already have. Class time will be split between demonstrations, and individual hands-on shop time creating small projects from start to finish. Prerequsite: None. Supply Fee: $105.

Mark Olsen brings European-style woodcarving to Pratt. Using an array of hand chisels such as gouges, skews and v-parting tools you can learn basic carving techniques applicable on many creative projects. This first session's project is a charcuterie board.

In this class, you will safely learn how to operate a handheld router, fixed based router, plunge router, edge guide router, and table router. You will learn how to set up routers for a variety of cuts, learn what a climb cut is, and how to prevent danger kickback. This class is a chance to gain confidence using the ever versatile router. Supply fee: $55.

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.

An independent study class led by expert woodturner Tom Henscheid, we welcome all levels of woodturners; beginners to experts to work side by side doing projects catered to your desired techniques: Coring, green turning, hollow vessels, etc. Tom will guide you through whatever projects you'd like to tackle during this three week class, as well as help you source your material. From bowls to spindles to artistic finishes, Tom is an incredible wealth of knowledge and is a very patient and inspiring teacher. Supply fee $180

Want to get your toes wet in the wood turning world and some wood shavings in your hair? Come to this one-day workshop and learn the basics of spindle and bowl turning. You will apply the basic skills learned to create a mortar and pestle set during the workshop. If you can't commit to the full 6-week Beginning Woodturning class, this is a great chance to learn from an instructor with over 45 years of turning experience. Supply fee: $75 

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.

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

Learn the basics of turning wood on a lathe in this two-day woodturning intensive. In this class we will learn about spindle (between center) turning as well as the basics of creating bowls. Proper technique and safety will be the focus in order to give the students the confidence to create whatever shapes and forms they choose. Also covered will be the fundamentals of finishing and sharpening. Supply Fee: $115.

Tuition $1300 ($650 due upon registration; $650 due by November 30)

Join Miguel Perez and Romson Regarde Bustillo for this 3-day Collagraph/Monotype intensive in Chacala, Mexico (1.5 hours north of Puerto Vallarta), where the jungle meets the ocean. This workshop is a unique opportunity to combine your love for art with the tranquility of a tropical paradise. Discover new techniques, connect with fellow artists, and let your creativity flow in the stunning backdrop of Chacala. Work alongside and learn from the expertise of Maestro Miguel Perez in his studio (https://www.facebook.com/grafica.chacala) and the innovative approach of our own interdisciplinary artist Romson Regarde Bustillo romsonbustillo.comfor 3 days to create works that combine Collagraph and Monotype techniques.

Tuition includes your own private hotel room for four nights (Saturday to Wednesday Feb 11-14) giving students a day to explore Chacala before the workshop begins.

Included are delicious Mexican welcome and goodbye dinners.

Prerequisite: Printmaking Experience

Tuition $1300 

Join Kamla Kakaria and Romson Regarde Bustillo in discovering the rich traditions of Oaxaca while exploring the art of printmaking in the heart of one of its most traditional neighborhoods, Jalatlaco. Led by studio master artists at (https://www.facebook.com/ProduccionGraficaZanate/) run by the talented Daniel Flores, this workshop promises a deep dive into the world of printmaking. In this workshop we will work traditionally in the cooperative, communal approach of the studio master artists who will etch, proof and print the plates we create. This can allow for experimentation with new techniques and ideas which you can bring back to your own work. We will use two plates (foreground and background) that are etched with salts (not acid). The Mexican master artists share their innovations in technique and experimentation to create surfaces to etch using tusche, aerosol, craquelure and Judea bitumen bags resulting in unusual and beautiful results. Daniel and his team will assist every step of the way. This workshop is your chance to immerse yourself in art, culture, and creativity in the enchanting setting of Oaxaca. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, experiment, and be inspired in one of Mexico's most artistic and traditional neighborhoods. Join us for an unforgettable artistic journey!

Saturday February 18, 2024 - February 25, 2024 (Workshop days February 19-23)

Prerequisite: Printmaking (not limited to Etching) or Drawing experience

Tuition is $2500 and includes 7 nights hotel with a private room 

Introduce yourself to the useful and versatile skills needed to begin working with steel. You'll learn oxy-acetylene and MIG welding as well as plasma-cutting and metal fabrication equipment including the bandsaw, chop saw, drill press, grinders, shears, and benders. This class is designed for anyone looking to incorporate metal into their artistic and technical vocabulary. Attending the first two classes is mandatory due to proper safety and tooling procedures.

Prerequisite: None

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.

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.

Introduce yourself to the useful and versatile skills needed to begin working with steel. You'll learn oxy-acetylene and MIG welding, as well as plasma-cutting and metal fabrication equipment including the bandsaw, chop saw, drill press, grinders, shears, and benders. This class is designed for anyone looking to incorporate metal into their artistic and technical vocabulary. Attending the first two classes is mandatory due to proper safety and tooling procedures.

Prerequisite: None

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.

Continuing welders and fabricators: take this class to expand your skills. Finish projects you started in Beginning Welding & Fabrication 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 & Metal Fabrication or equivalent experience

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.

Introduce yourself to the useful and versatile skills needed to begin working with steel. You'll learn oxy-acetylene and MIG welding, as well as plasma-cutting and metal fabrication equipment including the bandsaw, chop saw, drill press, grinders, shears, and benders. This class is designed for anyone looking to incorporate metal into their artistic and technical vocabulary. Attending the first two classes is mandatory due to proper safety and tooling procedures.

Prerequisite: None

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.

Introduce yourself to the useful and versatile skills needed to begin working with steel. In this short, four-week course, you will learn MIG welding, oxy-acetylene and metal fabrication, as well as equipment including the bandsaw, chop saw, drill press, grinders, shears, and benders. This class is designed for anyone looking to incorporate metal into their artistic and technical vocabulary. Attending the first two classes is mandatory due to proper safety and tooling procedures.

Prerequisite: None

Supply Fee $50

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.

Pratt offers one of the few blacksmithing programs in the region. Blacksmithing, or forging, is about transforming and shaping mild steel through the use of heat. Using basic techniques such as hammering, twisting, tapers, bends, and splits, you will have the opportunity to create sculptural and functional objects. Everyone is welcome -- whether you're interested in taking more advanced blacksmithing classes or you just want a basic understanding of the process!

Prerequisite: None

Supply Fee: $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.