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Spring Classes & Workshops
April - June 2008
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BUSINESS OF CRAFT workshops & special topics
Prepare Yourself! - Demystifying the Juried Craft Application Process
Wednesday, May 21, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $30.00 / Non-Member Fee: $35.00
Kristen Kieffer / All Levels / Conference Room
Are you ready to apply to a regional or national juried exhibition, but unsure of how to begin? We will review actual prospectuses, discuss preparing materials (digital and slide formats), and review all the logistics. These shows are a great way to gain visibility in your chosen medium and within the wider craft field. Please bring in images of your work for discussion. We will touch on juried craft shows (wholesale and retail) if time permits. Open to all media!
An Introduction to Your Digital Portfolio
Wednesday, June 11, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $30.00 / Non-Member Fee: $35.00
Tom O'Malley / All Levels / Conference Room
If you are still wondering, what is the difference between a JPEG and RAW file, or how to use your digital camera to best document your work? Then this workshop is for you! We will cover the basics of digital cameras, image capture, file formats, file storage and use. From web-based to print documentation, you will learn how you can help make your work look its very best. A great first step in building a digital portfolio of your work. No prior experience necessary.
CLAY multi-week classes
Introduction to Handbuilding
Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00
Ginny Gillen / Beginner / Handbuilding Studio
In a fun and enjoyable environment, students will learn basic handbuilding skills such as pinching, coil forming and slab construction while making a range of projects that introduce you to the joys of working with clay. With individual guidance from the instructor, students will make forms that range form pottery to sculpture, all of their own design. Students will work with high-temperature stoneware clay and glazes and have the opportunity to sample low temperature Raku firing. This course is recommended as an introduction to the Certificate Program. Students are encouraged to take this class twice before taking higher level classes. Limited to 12 students.
Introduction To Wheelthrowing
Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00
Tom O'Malley / Beginner / Wheelthrowing Studio
Enjoy learning the basics of the potter's wheel in this introductory class. Through this exciting process learn to make vases, bowls, and mugs from stoneware clay. Students will learn to glaze and decorate as they prepare their pots to be finished in a high-fire reduction kiln. The instructor will guide the class through group demonstration, presentation, and one-on-one instruction. This course is an introductory class into the Certificate Program. Students are encouraged to take this class twice. Limited to 12 students.
Introduction To Wheelthrowing
Saturdays, 10:00 AM- 1:30 PM
9 classes, 4/26/2008 - 6/21/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00
Matthew Eames / Beginner / Wheelthrowing Studio
Enjoy learning the basics of the potter's wheel in this introductory class. Through this exciting process learn to make vases, bowls, and mugs from stoneware clay. Students will learn to glaze and decorate as they prepare their pots to be finished in a high-fire reduction kiln. The instructor will guide the class through group demonstration, presentation, and one-on-one instruction. This course is an introductory class into the Certificate Program. Students are encouraged to take this class twice. Limited to 12 students.
Making Your Favorite Pots
Tuesdays, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00
Kristen Kieffer / Intermediate-Advanced / Wheelthrowing Studio
This class begins with the desire to develop, create or design your favorite pots. From cups and saucers to decorative pots such as vases and jars, students work with the instructor to develop the skills and understanding of how to make the pots they want to make. Bring in a sketch, picture or a pot and the instructor will work with you to develop your ideas and abilities, while inspiring the class through demonstrations and presentations. Students may work with high-fire clay bodies including porcelain and stoneware, completing their work through the use of decorative slips and glazes fired to cone ten in a reduction atmosphere. Two prior classes of Introduction to Weelthrowing recommended. Limited to 12 students.
Friday Night Handbuilding
Fridays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
10 classes, 4/18/2008 - 6/20/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00
Ginny Gillen / Beginner-Intermediate / Handbuilding Studio
Gather on a Friday night in a fun and supportive studio environment where you are exposed to a variety of clay-working techniques through an array of projects including functional pottery and sculptural forms. Those who are new to clay gain a strong foundation through learning traditional forming techniques such as pinch, coil and slab construction. Experienced students may propose independent projects in handbuilding suited to their interests. At the instructor's discretion, specialty class firings, including use of the soda and raku kilns, may be scheduled. All students who utilize class firings must participate in all support aspects of firing, including minimal kiln maintenance. Beginning and intermediate students welcome. Students are encouraged to take this class twice. Limited to 12 students.
All About Bowls
Thursdays, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
5 classes, 4/17/2008 - 5/15/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159.00 / Non-Member Fee: $170.00
Faculty: Lori Mader / Beginner / Wheelthrowing Studio
Have you wanted to learn how to use the potters wheel? Do you have a favorite bowl in your cupboard that you always reach for first? Why not learn to make your own bowls of many sizes and uses? In this fast paced, five week class, learn the basics of throwing pots on the wheel while making bowls of your own design. Learn to throw, trim and glaze your stoneware bowls in durable, highfire glazes. A great first class in the clay studio! Limited to 12 students.
Introduction to Clay Sculpture
Mondays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
5 classes, 4/14/2008 - 5/12/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159.00 / Non-Member Fee: $170.00
Kate Lewis / Beginner / Handbuilding Studio
In this fun and fast paced five week class students will be introduced to clay-working and sculptural concepts through a series of dynamic exercises. You will explore literal to abstract subject matter as you learn a variety of clay forming skills while working on a series of projects. Each week will focus on a different exercise exploring the basic concepts of sculptural form while learning about clay and sculpture in fun group environment. Let yourself go and see where your creativity takes you! Limited to 12 students.
All About Plates
Thursdays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
5 classes, 5/22/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159.00 / Non-Member Fee: $170.00
Lori Mader / Beginner / Wheelthrowing Studio
Plates of all sizes and types will be introduced in this fun continuation of our "All About" series from dinner plates to cake plates, you will work with the potter's wheel, learning the basics of throwing as you make fun and funky stoneware plates of your own design. A great first class in the clay studio! Limited to 12 students.
Open Topics in Clay - Making Better Pots
Mondays, 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
9 classes, 4/14/2008 - 6/16/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00
Kristen Kieffer / Intermediate-Advanced / Wheelthrowing Studio
From throwing to glazing, this class is designed to help students make their pots better in ways that matter to them. Students will bring their ideas, insights and desires to develop their skills and understanding of pottery. The instructor will provide direction, feedback and inspiration. One-on-one instruction, working with the students' needs and intentions to develop their pots, is reinforced by demonstrations and group discussion. Students may focus on form, decoration, or surface, making a range of pots from mugs to dinnerware. This is a great class for students who have basic throwing skills. Two classes of Introduction to Wheelthrowing recommended. Limited to 12 students.
Independent Explorations In Clay
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/18/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00
Rosalie Olds / Intermediate-Advanced / Handbuilding Studio
Are you looking for an outlet for your independent ideas in a class that moves at your own pace? This independent study offers you the opportunity to pursue your ideas in areas such as sculpting, handbuilding, basic mold-making, and glaze development, at a tempo that suites your working style. The instructor will foster creative thinking, problem solving, and technical development through demonstrations, slide presentations, and discussions- all with one-on-one, personalized feedback. High-fire stoneware, slips, and glazes will be used. Limited to 12 students.
Advanced Problem Solving - Independent Study
Fridays, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
10 classes, 4/18/2008 to 6/20/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00
Tom O'Malley / Intermediate-Advanced / Wheelthrowing Studio
Each student will focus on a specific outcome, such as tiles, sculpture, pottery or glazes. In collaboration with the instructor, the student selects the goals and emphasis of the class, and defines a series of steps and developments that will be needed to reach this outcome.
Demonstrations and presentations will be scheduled by the instructor to suport the goals of the students.
Limited to 12 students.
Glaze Development
Thursdays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00 / Materials Fee: $30.00
Tom O'Malley / Intermediate-Advanced / Handbuilding Studio
This class will help you expand your understanding of glazes, glaze materials and the creative possibilities of glazing. Students will examine the relationship between glaze, form, and firing at a range of temperatures from cone 04 to cone 10. Experiment with special glaze effects and colorants through a series of glaze testing methods. Develop your own glaze testing methods while pursuing your own glaze pallets. Students will also have access to computer based glaze development programs. Limited to 12 students.
Flextime - Independent Study in Clay
4/14/2008 - 6/20/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00 / Materials Fee: $30.00
Ginny Gillen, Tom O'Malley, Kristen Kieffer / Intermediate-Advanced / Wheelthrowing Studio
Designed for the student with a busy or irregular schedule, this study option will allow you to keep your studio practice active while pursuing independently directed work. Over the ten weeks of the session, you may take ten classes from a selection of three class times and faculty. If you can't make class during one time, come another. Working with our established faculty, you will receive support, encouragement and a wide breadth of insight into the development of your work. Enroll now, for this option is limited to a total of 8 students.
CLAY workshops & special topics
Mask Making with Paper Clay
Friday, April 25, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36.00 / Non-Member Fee: $40.00 / Materials Fee: $10.00
Rosalie Olds / All Levels / Wheelthrowing Studio
In this exciting introductory level workshop, you will use paper clay: a mixture of paper pulp and clay that has unique forming abilities. This evening will be fun and spontaneous! Starting with a blank mask you will then sculpt and change the clay making a mask of your own design, from a portrait to a fantastical creation that will come to life before your eyes. Once formed masks will be decorated and prepared for firing. The instructor will also share the formulation and mixing of paper-clay. Students will pick up their masks 2-weeks after the workshop, once firing is completed. No prior clay working experience necessary.
Design and Make Your Own Decorative Flowerpot
Saturday, April 26, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Non-Member Fee: $45.00 / Member Fee: $50.00 / Materials Fee: $10.00
Ginny Gillen / All Levels / Handbuilding Studio
Get ready to bring your plants outside in style by making your own decorative flowerpot! Working with traditional terracotta clay, students will learn how to pinch and coil decorative elements to be assembled into a flowerpot of their own design. The pots will then be finished with colorful slips and clear glazed, ready to celebrate Spring! Finished works will be available for pick-up two weeks after the workshop.
Porcelain Night!
Wednesday, May 7, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $35.00 / Non-Member Fee: $40.00 / Materials Fee: $8.00
Kristen Kieffer / Intermediate-Advanced / Wheelthrowing Studio
Have you always wanted to try the white stuff? Put away the stoneware, earthenware and other iron bearing clays and try throwing some kaolin! This is a great workshop to see fun demonstrations, get great pointers and tips as to how you too can use PORCELAIN. From throwing to trimming to timing, get the inside line on how to use porcelain. Porcelain claybody will be provided. Limited to 12 students.
Learn to Use the Potter's Wheel
Saturday, May 10, 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36.00 / Non-Member Fee: $40.00 / Materials Fee: $8.00
Clay Studio Faculty / Beginner / Wheelthrowing Studio
Try your hand at the potter’s wheel! The basics of throwing pots such as cups, bowls, and pitchers will be demonstrated and explained, and students will practice on the wheel with the instructor’s guidance. Successful first-tries will be decorated and fired with a clear glaze, ready to be brought home two weeks after the workshop. All curious hands welcome! Limited to 8 students.
Fun with Fire - Introduction to Raku Firing
Saturday, May 24, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36.00 / Non-Member Fee: $40.00 / Materials Fee: $8.00
Ginny Gillen / Beginner / Handbuilding Studio
Are you a person who is intrigued by the alchemy of earth and fire? Are you curious about the ceramic process? Contemporary Raku Firing is an Americanization of the traditional Japanese technique of fast firing and removing the work red-hot from the kiln! This one night workshop is for anyone who is curious about clay working from the perspective of firing techniques. We will provide you with unglazed cylinders, raku glazes, and instruction on glazing, basic decoration and firing. The instructors will lead the firing, with all students participating, helping pull their red-hot pieces from the kiln! Open to all levels, no previous clay working experience required.
Alternative Firing Weekend
Saturday, June 7, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM AND
Sunday, June 8, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
2 classes
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $129.00 / Non-Member Fee: $139.00 / Materials Fee: $10.00
Ginny Gillen / Intermediate-Advanced / Handbuilding Studio
Experience raku, pit, and sagger kilns and the wide range of alternative surfaces they create in this fun, interactive weekend workshop! The instructor will guide students as they decorate, glaze, load, and fire a range of kilns (including multiple firings of the Craft Center’s raku kiln). Prerequisite: Students should be able to produce stoneware or raku claybody work independent of this class, and must provide their own bisqueware. Student's may utilize open studio time two weeks prior to prepair work for this workshop. Limited to 12 students.
Getting the Most From Your Programmable Kiln
Saturday, June 14, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $45.00 / Non-Member Fee: $50.00 / Studio Fee: $5.00
Tom O'Malley / Intermediate-Advanced / Handbuilding Studio
Programmable kilns offer us firing control and reproducibility on a level rarely possible with manual kilns. This workshop will help demystify the programming process, offering valuable pointers and tips on developing your own programs that result in greater efficiency, better glaze results and successful firings. Firing programs from bisque and glaze, to special effect firings such as crystalline glaze, will be examined and participants will develop their own firing schedule that best suites the needs of their work. A great workshop for anyone wanting to get more from their Programmable Kiln.
Learn to Use the Potter's Wheel
Saturday, June 21, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36.00 / Non-Member Fee: $40.00 / Materials Fee: $8.00
Clay Studio Faculty / Beginner / Wheelthrowing Studio
Try your hand at the potter’s wheel! The basics of throwing pots such as cups, bowls, and pitchers will be demonstrated and explained, and students will practice on the wheel with the instructor’s guidance. Successful first-tries will be decorated and fired with a clear glaze, ready to be brought home two weeks after the workshop. All curious hands welcome! Limited to 8 students.
FIBERS multi-week classes
Multi Level Weaving: Beginning Projects to Advanced Techniques
Tuesdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5 classes, 4/15/2008 - 5/13/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159.00 / Non-Member Fee: $170.00
Patricia Sims / All Levels / Weaving Studio
Flexible projects and mulitple levels of ability in this class provide students with exposure to new fibers and weaving experiences. Beginning students and former weavers looking for a refresher course will learn all the steps involved in weaving by working on small projects such as scarves, hand towels, or a sampler of weave structures. Intermediate weavers will be encouraged to explore a new weave structure and complete a project that will enhance their skills and confidence, incorporating planning, drafting, and the interaction of fibers and colors. Studio yarns are available for use in class or students may bring their own.
Multi Level Weaving: Beginning Projects to Advanced Techniques
Tuesdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5 classes, 5/20/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159.00 / Non-Member Fee: $170.00
Patricia Sims / All Levels / Weaving Studio
Flexible projects and mulitple levels of ability in this class provide students with exposure to new fibers and weaving experiences. Beginning students and former weavers looking for a refresher course will learn all the steps involved in weaving by working on small projects such as scarves, hand towels, or a sampler of weave structures. Intermediate weavers will be encouraged to explore a new weave structure and complete a project that will enhance their skills and confidence, incorporating planning, drafting, and the interaction of fibers and colors. Studio yarns are available for use in class or students may bring their own.
Traditional Primitive Rug Hooking
Tuesdays, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
5 classes, 4/15/2008 - 5/13/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159 / Non-Member Fee: $170 / Materials Fee: $26
Ellen Gould / Beginner / Multi-Media Studio
Primitive hooked rugs incorporate simple whimsical patterns, using recycled wools or dyed yardage. Explore the techniques of rug hooking from preparing yardage and choosing or designing patterns and colors, to working with the tools that create these wonderful accent pieces. Students may create original designs or work from traditional patterns to create a small project. Rug hooking is portable and relaxing! Students may bring their own 100% wool fabrics or purchase from instructor. No experience necessary.
Traditional Primitive Rug Hooking
Tuesdays, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
5 classes, 5/20/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159 / Non-Member Fee: $170 / Materials Fee: $26
Ellen Gould / Beginner / Multi-Media Studio
Primitive hooked rugs incorporate simple whimsical patterns, using recycled wools or dyed yardage. Explore the techniques of rug hooking from preparing yardage and choosing or designing patterns and colors, to working with the tools that create these wonderful accent pieces. Students may create original designs or work from traditional patterns to create a small project. Rug hooking is portable and relaxing! Students may bring their own 100% wool fabrics or purchase from instructor. No experience necessary.
Introduction to Tapestry Weave
Mondays, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
5 classes, 4/14/2008 - 5/12/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159.00 / Non-Member Fee: $170.00
Pam Engberg / All Levels / Multi-Media Classes
This class introduces students to European-style tapestry using a high warp (vertical) loom. Techniques will include use of relays, vertical and diagonal joins, hatching and shading, asymmetric wefts, outlining, and finishing. Students will create a sampler incorporating all of the techniques covered in class.
Intricate Cloth by Design
Thursdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5 classes, 4/17/2008 - 5/15/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159.00 / Non-Member Fee: $170.00 / Materials Fee: $20.00
Mary-Ellen Latino / All Levels / Multi-Media Studio
Fascinating, intricate cloth comes from combining layers of techniques with improvisational design. In this class, students will explore thickened dyes, discharge for monoprinting, rubbings, maskings and stamps on cottons and silks to create unique fabrics for future use. All levels welcome.
Intricate Cloth by Design
Thursdays, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
5 classes, 4/17/2008 - 5/15/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159.00 / Non-Member Fee: $170.00 / Materials Fee: $20.00
Mary-Ellen Latino / All Levels / Multi-Media Studio
Fascinating, intricate cloth comes from combining layers of techniques with improvisational design. In this class, students will explore thickened dyes, discharge for monoprinting, rubbings, maskings and stamps on cottons and silks to create unique fabrics for future use. All levels welcome.
Journal Quilting: Telling a Story in Cloth
Tuesdays, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
4 classes, 4/15/2008 - 5/6/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $128.00 / Non-Member Fee: $136.00
Mary-Ellen Latino / All Levels / Multi-Media Studio
A journal quilt tells a story in cloth, while freeing the maker from the rules of traditional quilt construction. Students will explore the concept of journal quilting, design their own piece, and complete a small journal quilt. This is a multi-level course.
Intricate Cloth by Design II
Thursdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5 classes, 5/22/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159 / Non-Member Fee: $170 / Materials Fee: $20
Mary-Ellen Latino / All Levels / Multi-Media Studio
Students will continue their quest to create unique and exciting complex cloth. Both low water immersion and thickened dyes will be used with resist techniques such as shibori, stencil, simple screen print and potato dextrin. Thiox, textile inks, and foil will be investigated for texture, color and magical design. Students will create dynamic samples and/or small unique wall hangings and a silk scarf. All levels welcome!
Intricate Cloth by Design II
Thursdays, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
5 classes, 5/22/2008 to 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159.00 / Non-Member Fee: $170.00 / Materials Fee: $20.00
Mary-Ellen Latino / All Levels / Multi-Media Studio
Students will continue their quest to create unique and exciting complex cloth. Both low water immersion and thickened dyes will be used with resist techniques such as shibori, stencil, simple screen print and potato dextrin. Thiox, textile inks, and foil will be investigated for texture, color and magical design. Students will create dynamic samples and/or small unique wall hangings and a silk scarf. All levels welcome!
FIBERS workshops & special topics
Paper Cutting Workshop with Leslie Miller
Tuesday, April 22, 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
1 class
Tuition and Fees:
Adult with Child - Member Fee: $55 / Non-Member Fee: $60.00
Individuals 13 and up - Member Fee: $40.00 / Non-Member Fee: $45.00
Leslie Miller / All Levels / Multi-Media Studio
Span the globe with Pulp Function Artist Leslie Miller as she shares her knowledge of paper cutting as a world-wide craft. Learn and practice several forms of cutting, and share favorite cutting tools, papers and books. In addition, Leslie will explore how cutting techniques and subjects reflect different cultures and
encourage a curiosity of different lands and lives. A wonderful workshop for Parent/child (ages 8 and up) creativity, teachers interested in creative classrooms, or anyone ready to move beyond cut paper dolls and snow flakes! No materials or experience necessary but participants are welcome to bring any favorite cutting tools, papers and books to work with.
Contemporary Decoupage Workshop
Saturday, April 26, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM AND
Saturday, May 3, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2 classes
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $65.00 / Non-Member Fee: $72.00
Jennifer Sherr / All Levels / Multi-Media Studio
Join Jenn Sherr of Jenn Sherr Designs for two ½ - day workshops in decoupage technique, an ancient craft in which papers are lacquered to a surface to form an original, themed design. Pre-cut images from magazines, newspapers, and catalogues can turn recycled into renewed with style. Photos, letters, or travel memorabilia all can be preserved in an artistic fashion through the decoupage technique. Once you learn the technique, almost everything is fair game! Jenn will also bring examples of her inspiring pieces with workshop participants
Mask Making- A Three-Dimensional Weaving Technique
Saturday, April 26, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM AND
Sunday, April 27, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
2 classes
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $109 / Non-Member Fee: $121 / Materials Fee: $20
Pam Engberg / All Levels / Weaving Studio
Express the inner you - or create a new outer you- with this amazing "outside-the-box" pulled-warp weaving method! Weave flat, free-form shapes that slide together to create three-dimensional, expressive faces; the shaped weavings are then enhanced by embroidery, braiding, twining, or tieing on additional elements. Students will learn tapestry techniques such as hatching, twining, and knotting while making their basic shapes. All are encouraged to bring adornments, accessories and novelty yarns to embellish their new personalities. No previous weaving experience is required.
Artist's Talk with Deborah Baldizar
Thursday, May 8, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
1 class
FREE! / Deborah Baldizar / All Welcome / Gallery
How do they do that? Take a break and meet Pulp Function artist and figurative sculptor, Deborah Baldizar. What inspires her work? Learn about the techniques and processes she uses to create her pieces, and view additional works that reflect the artist's interpretations of hidden human emotions. Deborah will walk us through the Pulp Function exhibition and then share slides and a discussion of her work, from inception to gallery.
ATTENTION TEACHERS! |
Forge a New Paper Trail!
Teachers, let the Pulp Function exhibition inspire you to include traditional and contemporary paper arts in your classroom! The Worcester Center for Crafts invites you to enjoy refreshments, and an informal curriculum workshop in paper crafts taught by art teacher Sheila Tetler. Learn more about the programs offered at the Craft Center for teachers and students.
Immediately following, join Pulp Function artist and figurative sculptor, Deborah Baldizar. What inspires her work? Learn about the techniques and processes she uses to create her pieces, and view additional works that reflect the artist’s interpretations of hidden human emotions. Deborah will walk us through the Pulp Function exhibition and then share slides and a discussion of her work, from inception to gallery.
May 8
3:30 – 5:00 Reception in the Multi-media studio
$10 Member / $15 Non-Member
1 PDP
5:00 – 6:00 Artist Tour and Talk
1 PDP
Make a Hooked Proddy Pin
Friday, May 9, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36.00 / Non-Member Fee: $40.00 / Materials Fee: $10.00
Ellen Gould / Beginner / Multi-Media Studio
Proddy, one of the most basic of rug hooking techniques, is simply the poking of pieces of fabric through a loosely woven canvas. Proddy dates back to 1830 in Great Britain and Wales and uses virtually every snip of fabric, as you work with individual short pieces of wool to create a three dimensional effect. In this workshop, we will create a spring flower pin using this age old technique.
Artists Inspiring Artists: Pulling the Pieces Together
Saturday, May 17, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM AND
Sunday, May 18, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
2 classes
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $199.00 / Non-Member Fee: $220.00
Donna Marder / Intermediate-Advanced / Multi-Media
Do you have a collection of objects, ideas and techniques that are waiting to be combined into a piece that speaks to you as an artist? Join Pulp Function guest artist Donna Rhae Marder as she leads a two day workshop on pulling the pieces together. In this workshop, participants will identify inspirations, assess skills and learn new techniques to create a coherent piece of work from a project paralyzed in process, or a
random collection of materials waiting for direction. Marder, who uses her sewing machine as a sculptural tool, creates works of art from household debris. This workshop is suitable for all media.
Speed Weaving Workshop
Thursday, June 12, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36.00 / Non-Member Fee: $40.00
Patricia Sims / Beginner / Weaving Studio
Want to try weaving, but not sure you're ready for a serious commitment? Join us for a fun afternoon getting hooked on the wonderful patterns and possibilities when weaving on a 4-harness loom in this "Speedweaving" workshop. Students will weave samples of different weave patterns set up on studio looms and take their pieces home. Explore yarns, try out a floor loom, and find the fiber of your dreams! No experience necessary!
GLASS multi-week classes
Introduction to Glassblowing
Thursdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $342.00 / Non-Member Fee: $380.00 / Materials Fee: $350.00
Rebecca Zhukov / Beginner-Intermediate / New Street Glass Studio, Hot Glass Studio
Learn about a 2000 year-old art form as you practice gathering, shaping, and blowing molten glass in this introductory class. The instructor will guide students through each step of the process, providing hands-on instruction and individual assistance to give students the opportunity to gain practical skills in the art of glassblowing. Projects may include tumblers, bowls, plates, vases, and paperweights. Safety and proper studio use will be covered in depth.
Introduction to Flameworking
Thursdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $342.00 / Non-Member Fee: $380.00
Jen Goodale / Beginner-Intermediate / New Street Glass Studio, Flameworking Studio
Flameworking is the process of shaping glass rods and tubes into small objects over the flame of a torch. Students begin by making beads, pendants, and marbles to establish a foundation of technique. As the class progresses, projects will advance to include the creation of solid sculpture and hollow forms such as flowers, holiday ornaments, and perfume bottles. Small class size and one-on-one instruction allows students to work at their own pace.
Introduction to Beadmaking
Mondays, 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
9 classes, 4/14/2008 - 6/16/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $342.00 / Non-Member Fee: $380.00
Pat Austin / Beginner-Intermediate / New Street Glass Studio, Flameworking Studio
Using a torch and "soft" soda lime glass students will learn to make beautiful glass beads in this course. Shaping, surface decoration, hollow beads and other techniques will be discussed and demonstrated. This hands-on class allows time for students to make multiple beads per session. No experience necessary.
Introduction to Beadmaking
Mondays, 6:30 PM - 10 PM
9 classes, 4/14/2008 - 6/16/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $342.00 / Non-Member Fee: $380.00
Elisa Minasian / Beginner-Intermediate / New Street Glass Studio, Flameworking Studio
Using a torch and "soft" soda lime glass students will learn to make beautiful glass beads in this course. Shaping, surface decoration, hollow beads and other techniques will be discussed and demonstrated. This hands-on class allows time for students to make multiple beads per session. No experience necessary.
Introduction to Stained Glass Techniques
Thursdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $342 / Non-Member Fee: $380 / Materials Fee: $20
Nicholas Mazzamurro / Beginner-Intermediate / New Street Glass Studio, Flat Shop
The craft of stained glass has many contemporary possibilities. In this class, beginning students will learn the about the process of creating stained glass, while more experienced students will be supported in their ongoing development within the medium. Topics to be covered include design and color as well as technical issues such as cutting and shaping, foil and lead cane. Students will progress at their own pace and develop projects appropriate to their skill level - from dream catchers to lampshades. Safety issues will be addressed in depth. All levels welcome. (Basic materials are supplied; additional costs will vary depending on the range and scope of student projects.)
Hot to Cold: A Survey of Glassworking Techniques
Fridays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
5 classes, 4/18/2008 - 5/16/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee : $171 / Non-Member Fee: $190 / Materials Fee: $85
Carrie Battista / Beginner / New Street Glass Studio, Cold Shop
This introductory course will give students a hands-on tour of the New Street Glass Studio, allowing them to sample all that the facility has to offer. Students will create projects in each of our glassblowing, flameworking, cold working, fusing and casting studios. This class is designed to provide a unique opportunity for students to gain skills across a range of techniques, helping them to decide which direction to pursue within the field of glass. Students can expect to create several small projects over the course. All levels welcome.
Begining to Advanced Projects in Kiln Casting
Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/18/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $342 / Non-Member Fee: $380 / Materials Fee: $85
Amy Hunter / All Levels / New Street Glass Studio, Flat Shop
This course is designed to expose students to mold making and kiln casting techniques. Processes covered will include lost wax casting, multi-part mold making, 3-dimensional pate de verre and hollow-core casting. All levels welcome.
Intermediate Glassblowing
Wednesday, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/18/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $342 / Non-Member Fee: $380 / Materials Fee: $350
Jason Anderson / Intermediate-Advanced / New Street Glass Studio, Hot Glass
Those students who have an intermediate grasp on the basic blown forms and who are ready to learn to make them into more decorative or completed vessels will have that opportunity within this class. Students will learn techniques such as color overlays, optic mold blowing, blown and solid feet, and decorative handles as they are challenged to further develop design and technique. Prerequisite: 2 beginning glassblowing classes or instructor's permission.
Advanced Open Studio
Tuesdays, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
5 classes, 4/15/2008 – 5/13/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $120 / Non-Member Fee: $135
Flameworking Monitor / Advanced / New Street Glass Studio
Prerequisite: Permission of studio monitor.
Intermediate Beadmaking
Wednesdays, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 – 6/18/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $342 / Non-Member Fee: $380 / Materials are not included.
Sheila Comstock / Intermediate-Advanced / New Street Glass Studio, Flameworking Studio
This is an intermediate to advanced class for individuals with a good working knowledge of beadmaking with Moretti glass. Topics to be covered include but are not limited to: playing with shape and texture, using silver and copper leaf, foil, and mesh, blowing and applying shards, creating twisted canes and introduction to the magic of the new COE 104 "Silver" colors. Prequisite: At least 2 beginning beadmaking classes or permission of the department head.
Topics In Beadmaking: Exploring New Materials
Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
5 classes, 5/20/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $171.00 / Non-Member Fee: $190.00
Sherry Ploof / Intermediate-Advanced / New Street Glass Studio, Flameworking Studio
Students will have the opportunity to try new materials available to lampworkers. Introduce new colors and excitement to your beads using special frits, shards, metals and Cubic Zirconia. Instructor will provide materials at minimal cost.
Special Topics in Fused Glass
Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $342 / Non-Member Fee: $380 / Materials Fee: $75
Sandra Harris / All Levels / New Street Glass Studio, Flat Shop
This course will incorporate several warm glass processes including basic full fuse, tack fuse and slumping firing techniques. Other techniques could include glass painting, sandblasting, frit fusing, gilding and cold/UV gluing. Beginners will make several pieces using basic fusing techniques while more advanced fusers are encouraged to work on projects incorporating several of the processes covered in class. The instructor will demonstrate how to begin incorporating these fused glass elements into stained glass windows, blown glass vessels or flameworked glass.
GLASS workshops & special topics
Friday Night Fun with Glassblowing
Paperweights
Friday, April 25, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM / Jason Anderson
Floppy Bowls
Friday, May 9, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM / Jake Vincent
Glass Flowers
Friday, May 16, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM / Jason Anderson
Paperweights
Friday, June 6, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM / Jason Anderson
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee:$72.00 / Non-Member Fee: $80 / Materials are included.
All Levels / New Street Glass Studio, Hot Shop
Have you ever watched glassblowers at work? Are you curious to try it yourself? Join this one-day course and learn some of the basic techniques behind this fascinating and ancient art. Learn how to gather, shape, and blow molten glass and create your own blown glass vessel or paperweight to take home with you. Shop safety will be addressed. All levels welcome.
Friday Night Fun with Beadmaking
Bumpy Beads
Friday, April 25, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM / Elisa Minasian
Itty Bitty Beads
Friday, May 9, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM / Donna Young
Floral Beads
Friday, May 16, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM / Pat Austin
Veggie Beads
Friday, May 30, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM / Elisa Minasian
Marbles
Friday, June 13, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM / Jenn Goodale
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee:$68.00 / Non-Member Fee: $75 / Materials are included.
All Levels / New Street Glass Studio, Flameworking Studio
Have you ever wondered how glass beads are made? Spend a fun, interactive evening in the New Street Glass Studio and learn about the history and process of flame working. View demonstrations and then practice some basic techniques as you learn to create colorful glass beads! All levels welcome.
METALS multi-week classes
Casting in Metal
Fridays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/18/2008 - 6/20/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15
Ian Henderson / Beginner-Intermediate / Metals Studio
The casting process offers vast possibilities for creating three-dimensional and multiple works in metal. This class will focus on the practical methods of casting metals, from design to finishing. Basic to advanced casting methods will be explored, beginning with direct techniques using cuttlefish bones, and culminating with lost-wax processes using a centrifuge and vacuum. Basic mold making skills will be introduced, allowing for the duplication and production of multiple near-identical pieces of art. Students with previous casting experience will be challenged to refine wax models and moldmaking skills. Materials not included. Class limited to 10 students. Prerequisites: Proficiency in Jewelry/Metals I, Jewelry I skills
Jewelry and Metals I
Thursdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15 / Materials Fee: $60
Abigail Heuss / Beginner-Intermediate / Metals Studio
Explore the basic fundamentals of working with metal to make wearable fine crafted jewelry or small scale sculptures. Learn basic techniques such as sawing, filing, roller printing, cold connecting, soldering, finishing and simple stone setting. Focus will be on proper tool use, developing skills and personal creativity through instructor guided projects. Projects may include pendants, bracelets, rings and/or earrings. Materials fee provides students with the basic materials for this course. Additional materials may need to be purchased depending on the size and scope of projects.
Jewelry and Metals I
Mondays, 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
9 classes, 4/14/2008 - 6/16/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00 / Studio Fee: $15.00 / Materials Fee: $60.00
Heather Beck / Beginner-Intermediate / Metals Studio
Explore the basic fundamentals of working with metal to make wearable fine crafted jewelry or small scale sculptures. Learn basic techniques such as sawing, filing, roller printing, cold connecting, soldering, finishing and simple stone setting. Focus will be on proper tool use, developing skills and personal creativity through instructor guided projects. Projects may include pendants, bracelets, rings and/or earrings. Materials fee provides students with the basic materials for this course. Additional material may need to be purchased depending on the project.
Beginner Wire Wrapping
Thursdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
5 classes, 5/22/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $149.00 / Non-Member Fee: $169.00 / Studio Fee: $15.00 / Materials Fee: $45.00
Selena Coverdale / Beginner / Enamels Studio
Learn how to do basic wire wrapping techniques to create one-of-a kind jewelry. Learn proper tool use and and how to choose the right materials. You'll transform straight sterling silver wire into unique jewelry pieces. Give a finished look to your work and make wire wrapping fun to do. Materials fee provides students with the basic materials for this course. Additional materials may need to be purchased depending on the size and scope of projects.
Jewelry II
Thursdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00 / Studio Fee: $15.00 / Materials Fee: $65.00
Debbie Beaudette / Intermediate-Advanced / Metals Studio
This is the next step for beginners! This course continues to explore and refine the fundamental skills for working with metal to make jewelry. Instructor guided projects involve a higher level of soldering skills and technical hands-on experience with working sheet metal, wire and rod. As the student you are encouraged to create more detailed and involved projects such as rings, pendants, pins or three-dimensional objects. The focus will be expanding your knowledge of the materials and understanding more intricate techniques. Materials fee provides students with the basic materials for this course. Additional material may need to be purchased depending on the size and scope of projects. Prerequisite:. Proficiency in Jewelry/Metals I, Jewelry I skills.
Jewelry and Metals II
Fridays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
10 classes, 4/18/2008 - 6/20/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00 / Studio Fee: $15.00 / Materials Fee: $65.00
Lauren Beaudoin / Intermediate-Advanced / Metals Studio
This intermediate-level course will provide a format for students to investigate new techniques in metalsmithing and expand their knowledge of the materials. Hollow construction, surface enrichment, simple chain making, advanced soldering, stone setting and more will be covered. Students are encouraged to create more detailed and involved projects such as rings, pendants, pins or small scale sculpture. Materials fee provides students with the basic materials for this course. Additional material may need to be purchased depending on the size and scope of projects. Prerequisite: Jewelry/Metals I, Jewelry I skills
Soldering Tips and Tricks
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5 classes, 5/21/2008 - 6/18/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $149 / Non-Member Fee: $169 / Studio Fee: $15
Lauren Beaudoin / Intermediate-Advanced / Metals Studio
This specialized class takes the "sweat" out of sweat soldering and helps solve the dilemmas that arise when trying to tackle challenging silver soldering set ups. Students will refine their setup techniques and torch work. Soldering jigs for setting up elements, holding devices and refractory materials will be demonstrated.. The chemistry of solders, fluxes and torches used by metalsmiths will be emphasized. Bring your soldering nightmares to class for resolution and learn to understand and love silver soldering! Materials not included. Prerequisite: Jewelry/Metals I, Jewelry I
The Art of Lapidary
Wednesdays, 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
8 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/4/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $239 / Non-Member Fee: $279 / Studio Fee: $15
Katey Curtis / Intermediate-Advanced / Metals Studio
This course offers participants the opportunity to gain the skill and flexibility required to cut cabochon stones. Students will begin by learning the basic lapidary techniques of diamond sawing, cutting and polishing stones. Drilling cut stones will be introduced in order to use cold connections and multiple-layered stone settings. Students will also learn methods for preparing found objects such as shells, beach stones and glass for use in jewelry. Carving stone with diamond flex-shaft burrs and wheels and inlaying lines of metal and wheels as well as inlaying lines of metal into stone will be covered. Jewelry design incorporating stones will be discussed. Materials Not Included.
Open Topics: Independent Study in Metals
Tuesdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15
Abigail Heuss / Intermediate-Advanced / Metal Studio
This class is designed for students with metalsmithing experience wishing to explore and develop individual projects and ideas. The instructor will provide technical support and encourage creative thinking through individual and class discussion, demonstrations and supportive critiques. Students may bring works in progress, or new ideas. Emphasis will be on exploring personal style. Prerequisite: Jewelry II, Jewelry/Metals 2 or permission of instructor. Materials not included.
Enameling – 3 choices
Wednesdays, 9:30 PM - 12:30 AM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/18/2008
Wednesdays, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/18/2008
Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/18/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15
Judi Daner / All Levels / Enamels Studio
Enameling is an ancient process in which vitreous glass (enamel) is fused and bonded onto metal by the application of heat through kiln firing. The Craft Center is one of the few centers teaching this craft today! The types of metals preferred for enameling are copper, steel for large-scale work, and fine gold or silver for precious jewelry. Traditional techniques including cloisonné, champlevé, limoges, bassé taille and grisaille are taught in this course, as well as more contemporary and experimental techniques suitable for large scale works. Cost of enamels and metal not included.
Knifemaking
Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15
Chuck Gedraitis / All Levels / Metals Studio
This course will introduce the basic techniques for hand forging knives and fine-edged tools. A variety of construction methods and finishing techniques will be presented to produce a quality hand-crafted tool or knife. During the first half of the course emphasis will be on selecting metals and designing a functional blade. Demonstrations will include forging, shaping, grinding and polishing. Various heat treatments and tempering of steel will be used and discussed. The second half of this course will focus on all the detailed information related to blade handles and guards. Demonstrations will include both full-tang and narrow tang styles, guards, butt caps, decorative file work and spiral dagger handles to finish blades. Materials not included. Limited to 8 students
Chasing and Repoussè
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5 classes, 4/16/2008 - 5/14/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $149.00 / Non-Member Fee: $169.00 / Studio Fee: $15.00 / Materials Fee: $40.00
Lauren Beaudoin / All Levels / Metals Studio
This 5 week long class explores a new way to shape and move metal through the delicate art of chasing and repoussè. Students begin by making their own chasing tool which they will use to form a piece of copper sheet into an intricate high relief sample image. That knowledge is refined through the next project of creating a panel to be used in a piece of jewelry, box lid or wall piece. All levels welcome Materials fee provides students with the basic materials for this course. Additional material may need to be purchased depending on the size and scope of projects. Limited to 8 students
METALS workshops & special topics
Fun with Metals: Pet Tags
Saturday, April 26, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $35 / Non-Member Fee: $40 / Materials Fee: $30
Lauren Beaudoin / Beginner / Metals Studio
Your pet can be just as stylish as you! During this workshop students will design and make a sterling silver pet tag for their animal friend. Techniques such as piercing, sawing, soldering and finishing will be discussed. You can even stamp the name of your pet onto their tag! Students are encouraged to bring in pictures of their pet to get inspiration for their tags. Materials fee provides for the supplies during the workshop.
Enameling Demonstrations with Lilyan Bachrach
Sunday, May 4,12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: $50.00
Lilyan Bachrach / All Levels / Enamels Studio
This one day workshop will allow students to work along side renowned enamellist Lilyan Bachrach. Lilyan will demonstrate her enameling techniques and answer questions students may have about the fine art of enameling. All levels welcome. Class is limited to 12. Materials not included.
Fun with Metals: Making a Silver Ring
Saturday, May 10, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $45 / Non-Member Fee: $50 / Materials Fee: $25
TBA / Beginner / Metals Studio
Looking for a new hobby, bored with what's on TV, or finally ready to take that jewelry course you never got to? Why not learn to make a silver ring? The structure of this class provides a great opportunity for students to get one-on-one time with a professional metalsmith. By the end of the day students will have designed, sized, textured and soldered a finished silver ring. Materials fee includes the cost of metal and solder.
Pulp Paper Pins
Friday, May 23, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36 / Non-Member Fee: $40 / Materials Fee: $15
Lauren Beaudoin / Beginner-Intermediate / Metals Studio
Not sure what to do with all that recycled paper? How about transforming it into a piece of wearable art! During this workshop students will learn how design and create their own take home pulp broach. Pulp preparation, dying and finishing will be discussed. No prior jewelry or metalworking experience needed!
Cuttlefish Casting
Saturday, May 31, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $45 / Non-Member Fee: $50 / Materials Fee: $5
TBA / All Levels / Metals Studio
This basic casting workshop will explore the cuttlefish casting technique. Students will be introduced to the soft structure of the cuttlefish bone and instructed on how to carve into the bone, which will then be used as a casting mold. Students may use sterling silver or bronze metal to cast and create a ring, pendant or earrings. Cost of metal not included but will be available for purchase.
PHOTOGRAPHY multi-week classes
Introduction to Photography
Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/18/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15
Paul Dumanoski / Beginner / Photo Studio
This course is designed both for the new photographers. Students will learn to understand the functions and creative uses of the camera, while the more experienced photographer who is interested in gaining further control in making photographs. Understand what it means to "see photographically" and understand the uses of motion and depth of field as creative controls. Ongoing critiques during printing sessions will reinforce classroom discussions and introduce concepts of design. Black and white materials will be used. Students must provide their own manually adjustable cameras with built-in or hand-held light meters, as well as the camera instruction manual.
Introduction to Photography
Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
9 classes, 4/19/2008 - 6/21/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15
Julie Kelly / Beginner / Photo Studio
This course is designed both for the new photographers. Students will learn to understand the functions and creative uses of the camera, while the more experienced photographer who is interested in gaining further control in making photographs. Understand what it means to "see photographically" and understand the uses of motion and depth of field as creative controls. Ongoing critiques during printing sessions will reinforce classroom discussions and introduce concepts of design. Black and white materials will be used. Students must provide their own manually adjustable cameras with built-in or hand-held light meters, as well as the camera instruction manual.
Intermediate Photo
Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15
Paul Dumanoski / Beginner-Intermediate / Photo Studio
Intermediate Photo is a direct continuation of Introduction to Photography. Discover and develop a personal vision while improving your craftsmanship. The "Zone" system of exposure will be taught in detail, giving you greater control over your negatives and prints. Contrast control will be taught through the use of film developing, filterization, and advanced darkroom techniques.
Advanced Photography
Thursdays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15
Paul Dumanoski / Intermediate-Advanced / Photo Studio
Experienced photographers are encouraged to work on ongoing projects while learning about new processes and materials in this class. Ample opportunity will be available to discuss photographic problems or ideas with fellow artists in the community. While most of the time will be spent in the darkroom, students will be asked what they wish to learn from the course, and demonstrations will be arranged accordingly. This course is designed as an economical way for self-motivated artists to improve and share their visions.
Daytime Photography
Tuesdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15
Paul Dumanoski / All Levels / Photo Studio
This course is designed for students with beginning levels of photographic skill. Those with no previous experience will learn basic camera functions, exposure control, film development, and darkroom procedures for printing negatives. More advanced students will continue to learn the "Zone" system as a method of exposure and contrast control and as an instrument of creative subject interpretation. Critiques will be informal and ongoing.
Explorations in Photography
Fridays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
10 classes, 4/18/2008 - 6/20/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $15
Randi Laak / All Levels / Photo Studio
This course offers instruction for all level of photographic skill. New students are challenged to learn and understand creative controls for the camera. Returning students learn contrast control and materials testing while discovering their photographic vision. More advanced students will pursue projects of their own design or specific assignments in order to perfect their craft. Critiques and discussions are informal and ongoing.
WOOD multi-week classes
Introduction to Woodworking
Mondays, 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
9 classes, 4/14/2008 - 6/16/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $20
Kiki Warnock / Beginner / Wood Studio
Experience the satisfaction of working with wood! Learn and practice the basics of working with hand and power tools, including safety and general use. Understand the elements of joinery and apply them to building a table of your own design. Explore the properties of wood as well as design fundamentals, proper construction, and mortise and tenon joinery. Emphasis will be placed on safe and proper use of equipment and the foundations of good craftsmanship. Maximum of 10 students.
Open Topics in Wood
Thursdays, 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $20
Trevor Toney / Intermediate-Advanced / Wood Studio
This course is designed for students at an intermediate to advanced level who seek time in the studio to work on individual projects. Participants will work on self-directed projects with ample assistance from the instructor when needed. The first class will focus on the safe use of equipment and group discussions about each student's proposed project.
Intermediate Wood Turning
Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299.00 / Non-Member Fee: $339.00 / Studio Fee: $50.00
Dave Eaton / Intermediate / Wood Studio
This ten week class is designed for the student who possesses core capabilities in woodturning and has the desire to develop their skill set. A basic understanding of safety, equipment and tool use, sharpening, selection and mounting of material is a prerequisite for enrollment.
This is a fast paced class will focus on developing fine tool control as is needed when creating objects and shapes beyond the capability of the beginner. Each student will increase their proficiency by being instructed how to design and produce various turned objects, building on the foundation of the beginning wood turning.
Each session holds new rewards and you'll be taking home completed projects commensurate with your ever increasing skill level. During the course, we suggest you also make use of the free Open Studio times and practice your new found skills.
Typical projects include thin wall bowls, hollow vases, natural edge bowls, scoops, goblets, square platters, lidded boxes, finials, sphere's and ornaments. Students who have four jaw scroll chucks are suggested to bring them.
Refinishing - 7 choices 
Tuesdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 to 6/17/2008
Tuesdays, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 to 6/17/2008
Wednesdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/18/2008
Wednesdays, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/18/2008
Thursdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Thursdays, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $40
Daryl Manbeck / All Levels / Refinishing Studio
This course teaches basic techniques used in refinishing and restoring furniture of all periods. The materials fee covers the cost of remover, alcohol, lacquer thinner, mineral spirits, rubbing oil, turpentine, linseed oil, transparent finish (varnish, sanding sealer, and shellac), steel wool, sand paper, brushes, and adhesives. Students should expect to purchase some additional supplies. Repairs and/or reconstruction of missing parts will be done outside of class. Both the size and type of piece must be approved by the instructor prior to the beginning of class. All pieces must be taken home at the end of the session.
Refinishing
Tuesdays, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $299 / Non-Member Fee: $339 / Studio Fee: $40
Jay Dowling / All Levels / Refinishing Studio
This course teaches basic techniques used in refinishing and restoring furniture of all periods. The materials fee covers the cost of remover, alcohol, lacquer thinner, mineral spirits, rubbing oil, turpentine, linseed oil, transparent finish (varnish, sanding sealer, and shellac), steel wool, sand paper, brushes, and adhesives. Students should expect to purchase some additional supplies. Repairs and/or reconstruction of missing parts will be done outside of class. Both the size and type of piece must be approved by the instructor prior to the beginning of class. All pieces must be taken home at the end of the session.
WOOD workshops & special topics
The Art of Pen Turning
Saturday, April 26, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36 / Non-Member Fee: $40 / Materials Fee:$18
Dave Eaton / Beginner / Wood Studio
Learn to make the same professional style pens as displayed in all the finest gift shops. You will be guided through the pen making process from wood selection to final finishing, along with numerous tips and techniques to help you produce excellent results each time. Once you learn to craft the basic pen, you will find many other styles available that are just as easy to make. After completing your unique and elegant pen, you will take it home to show everyone else who will want you to make one for them. Included in the course are materials for two "Slimline" pens. Additional supplies for more pens will be made available and the instructor will advise you of the best sources where you can obtain an incredible array of pen kits and materials yourself.
Turn a Flower Vase
Saturday, May 3, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36 / Non-Member Fee: $40 / Materials Fee: $12
Dave Eaton / Beginner / Wood Studio
Learn to turn a small flower vase in time for Mothers Day. Under the instructors guidance, you'll select an appropriate piece of wood, mount it on a lathe and turn it to make a vase which will hold dry flowers or one with a glass lining for a few fresh cut beauties. All levels of skill are welcome to join in on the fun of making a hollow form vase. Beginners will focus on a very simple dry flower vase typically referred to as a "weed pot" using only the standard tools you may already own. Turners with more experience may choose to tackle an advanced technique, very elegant hollow vase with much thinner sides and only a small opening at the top using specialized tools easily made from low cost materials available at local hardware store. With this one your friends will ask "how in the world did you get the wood out of the inside?" Regardless of the complexity or style you make, these all make great gifts for both "Mom" or that special friend.
Creating Turned Bottle Stoppers
Saturday, May 24, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36 / Non-Member Fee: $40 / Materials Fee: $20
Dave Eaton / Beginner / Wood Studio
You will learn how to transform small and otherwise useless blocks of wood into elegant bottle stoppers with a silicon rubber "cork" that will last year’s longer than a natural cork. A virtual palette of possible shapes awaits when you mount the wood blank on the lathe. Infinite shapes and styles are just hiding inside for your artistic hand to unlock. You'll learn to add embellishments like texturing or wire burning to the surface of a solid or multicolor laminated wood stopper to make your creation especially beautiful. Each student will complete one or two bottle stoppers and take them home for display or to be used. They make terrific, simple and personal "anytime" gifts for friends, especially when paired up with a bottle of your favorite wine. A great use for small pieces or scraps of expensive woods you may have lying around. Feel free to bring some to class to see!
Sharpening for the Woodturner
Saturday, May 24, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36 / Non-Member Fee: $40
Dave Eaton / Beginner / Wood Studio
If your woodturning tools aren't cutting the way you think they should then this class is for you! Spend time learning how they should be profiled, how to get them shaped that way, and how to get a sharp edge quickly and efficiently using a common bench grinder. You will be instructed in the proper use of the Oneway "Wolverine" sharpening system in combination with various jigs to make sharpening lathe tools fast, easy, and virtually fool-proof. A short lecture will cover tool geometries, grinder tune-up, available jigs and fixtures, grinding, sharpening and honing techniques and more, followed by a demonstration of how to sharpen each of the most common turning tools. The remainder of the class will then be for the students to practice sharpening on their own tools under the instructors guidance, and walk away with the knowledge and skill to sharpen quickly and efficiently. Plans for making your own low cost "Wolverine" type sharpening station from plywood will also be available.
Father’s Day Pen Turning
Saturday, June 14, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $69 / Non-Member Fee: $79 (father and child) / Materials Fee: $18
Dave Eaton / Beginner / Wood Studio
Dad, and either his Son or Daughter, will team up to make a professional style refillable wooden ball-point pen together, honoring the special bond only they can have. Each team will be guided through the entire pen making process including basic lathe and woodshop safety, wood selection, tools used, parts of a pen kit, applying a durable finish and finally assembly of the finished pen that will last a lifetime. Turning the pen together is sure to be a memorable time in this easy going class everyone will enjoy and you are guaranteed to go home with a very nice pen to keep the memories alive. This is also a great introduction to working with a lathe which may just start you in the lifelong craft of woodturning. Many items can be turned which make excellent holiday gifts or functional items for the kitchen or around the house. If your interest in turning continues, buying a small midi lathe and a few simple tools won't break the bank and will afford you the capability of making an enormous number of diverse objects for any occasion. However be aware, woodturing is extremely fun and rewarding! You may become addicted to it quite fast. Note: Multiple children or other family situations can be accommodated as required. Such cases may affect your cost of tuition.
A Taste of Woodworking: Arts and Crafts-Style Mirror Frame
Saturday, May 31, 9:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee:$70 / Non-Member Fee: $77 / Materials Fee: $30
Bob Van Dyke / Beginner / Wood Studio
Have you thought about trying woodworking but are not ready for a multi-week course? Try this new workshop where the beginning woodworker is introduced to some of the basics of using power tools and handtools while making an Arts & Crafts style mirror frame to take home. Students will use the tablesaw and router table to make the basic frame before gluing it up and finishing it off with decorative pegs in each corner. Each tool will be completely reviewed and demonstrated, and safety will be stressed. Using handplanes and card scrapers to fit the corner joints and to complete the frame, you will be introduced to the proper use of hand tools. Now is the time to try out woodworking. Who knows- you may just get hooked!
Youth Spring Classes & Workshops
April - June 2008
YOUTH & TWEENS ages 6-13
Kids Beginning Wheelthrowing
Thursdays, 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
10 classes, 4/17/2008 - 6/19/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $259.00 / Non-Member Fee: $289.00 / Materials Fee: $25.00
Lori Mader / Beginner / Wheelthrowing Studio
This fun and challenging class is especially designed for beginners. Demonstrations and one-on-one attention will be given to teach students to understand how the potter’s wheel works while making cups, bowls, and more. Slips and glazes will be used for surface decoration and all work will be fired in the Craft Center’s high-fire kilns. Limited to 10 students.
Adult and Child Clay
Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 12:15 PM
9 classes, 4/26/2008 - 6/21/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $289.00 / Non-Member Fee: $319.00 / Materials Fee: $30.00
Ginny Gillen / All Levels / Handbuilding Studio
One of our most popular classes continues to bring families together to explore the exciting world of clay! Participants learn about pinch pots, coil pots, and using slips and glazes for color. This is an opportunity for family members to have a creative connection while making wonderful and wild things. Bring your imagination, along with each other, and join the fun! This class is limited to three members per family so that more families may participate. The same family members are requested to attend each class. Limited to 12 students.
Learn To Use The Potter's Wheel for Tweens & Teens
Tuesday, June 10, 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $26.00 / Non-Member Fee: $29.00 / Materials Fee: $5.00
Clay Studio Faculty / Beginner / Wheelthrowing Studio
Try your hand at the potter’s wheel! The basics of throwing pots such as cups, bowls, and pitchers will be demonstrated and explained, then students will practice on the wheel with the instructor’s guidance. Successful first-tries will be decorated and fired with a clear glaze, to be picked up two weeks after the workshop once the pots have been fired in the glaze kiln. All curious hands welcome! Limited to 10 students.
TEENS ages 14 and up
Teen Photography
Tuesdays, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
10 classes, 4/15/2008 - 6/17/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $199 / Non-Member Fee: $225 / Studio Fee: $15
Paul Dumanoski / All Levels / Photo Studio
Learn about all aspects of black and white photography, from loading the camera and composing the picture to developing film and printing in the darkroom. Composition and fine-quality printing are emphasized. Each student will need a manually adjustable 35 mm camera with a built-in or hand-held light meter. Paper and film are supplied by the student.
Teen Wheel Throwing
Wednesdays, 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
10 classes, 4/16/2008 - 6/18/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $259 / Non-Member Fee: $289 / Materials Fee: $35
Pamela Cole / Beginner-Intermediate / Wheelthrowing Studio
Hone your wheelthrowing skills while making cups, bowls, pitchers, and more. Gain an understanding of the pottery-making process through demonstrations and one-on-one attention, using slips and glazes for surface decoration. All work will be fired in the Craft Center’s high-fire kilns. Prerequisite: Two sessions of Beginning Wheel or instructor’s permission. Limited to 10 students.
Teen Glassblowing
Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
9 classes, 4/19/2008 - 6/14/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $515 / Non-Member Fee: $575
Faculty: Jake Vincent / All Levels / New Street Glass Studio, Hot Glass Studio
Teens learn the fundamentals of working with glass in this fun and challenging class. Through demonstrations and individual instruction, the teacher and teaching assistant will walk teens through the process of creating anything from glass paperweights and flowers to drinking glasses and vessels. Teens are asked to come to class with creative ideas and in turn can expect to have a great time working with glass and learning about their own abilities.
Teen Beadmaking
Saturdays, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
5 classes, 5/24/2008 - 6/21/2008
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $159 / Non-Member Fee: $175
Donna Young / All Levels / New Street Glass Studio, Flameworking Studio
Teens learn the fundamentals of working with glass in this fun and challenging class. Through demonstrations and individual instruction, the teacher will walk students through making their own beads and simple sculptural forms. Students will be oriented to the flame shop at New Street and taught how to work safely in the studio. This class offers an unforgettable experience in beadmaking and torchworking glass!
Teen Beach-Wrap Workshop
Friday, April 18, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36 / Non-Member Fee: $40 / Materials Fee: $10
Mary-Ellen Latino / All Levels / Multi-Media Studio
Think Summer! Get totally wrapped up learning how to fold, scrunch and play with fabric using colorful dyes and techniques that won't leave you blue in the sun. Participants will create their own, unique, beach coverup to take home; all set for some fun in the sun!
April Vacation Fun: Teen Metals and Enameling
Monday, April 21, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $50 / Non-Member Fee: $55 / Materials Fee: $30
Lauren Beaudoin & Kelly Conroy / Beginner / Enamels Studio
This class is a sampler of metalworking and enameling techniques. During the first half of the class students will be introduced to basic approaches to working with metal. They will creature and prepare projects which will then be enameled during the second half of the class. Projects may include bookmarks, pendants and bracelets. Wow your friends with the cool jewelry you can make in this exciting class.
Paper Cutting Workshop with Leslie Miller
Tuesday, April 22, 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
1 class
Tuition and Fees:
Adult with Child - Member Fee: $55 / Non-Member Fee: $60.00
Individuals 13 and up - Member Fee: $40.00 / Non-Member Fee: $45.00
Leslie Miller / All Levels / Multi-Media Studio
Span the globe with Pulp Function Artist Leslie Miller as she shares her knowledge of paper cutting as a world-wide craft. Learn and practice several forms of cutting, and share favorite cutting tools, papers and books. In addition, Leslie will explore how cutting techniques and subjects reflect different cultures and
encourage a curiosity of different lands and lives. A wonderful workshop for Parent/child (ages 8 and up) creativity, teachers interested in creative classrooms, or anyone ready to move beyond cut paper dolls and snow flakes! No materials or experience necessary but participants are welcome to bring any favorite cutting tools, papers and books to work with.
Parent-Teen Glassblowing: Drinking Glasses
Friday, May 30, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $144.00 / Non-Member Fee: $160 (cost is for 1 adult and 1 child)/ Materials are included.
Jake Vincent / All Levels / New Street Glass Studio, Hot Shop
Spend a fun, creative evening learning about glassblowing with your teen! Explore some of the basic techniques behind this fascinating and ancient art. Learn how to gather, shape, and blow molten glass and create your own simple drinking glass to take home with you. Shop safety will be addressed. This class is limited to teens ages 13 and over.
Felt your own Hackysack!
Saturday, May 31, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
1 class
Tuition and Fees: Member Fee: $36 / Non-Member Fee: $40 / Materials Fee: $10
Patricia Sims / Beginner / Multi-Media Studio
This workshop introduces the ancient technique of felting - in a fun format! Using unspun wool in wild colors, soap, water and a lot of energy, we will learn to make felt and create hackysack foot bags (or juggling balls) as unique as their owner!
THIS UPCOMING SUMMER!
For 8-12 Year Olds
13-16 Year Olds are encouraged to apply for Teen Assistant positions
Questions: Call 508-753-8183 x3026
To Register: Call 508-753-8183 x3001
June 23-27: I Want To Be A Fashion Designer!
Design and create your own clothes and jewelry using fabric, paper, and other materials
Showcase your creations at our fashion show
Pre-registration required by June 16
July 7-11: I Want To Build A Race Car!
Design and build a mini race car in the wood shop
Race your car at the Sagamore 500
Pre-registration required by June 30
July 14-18: I Want To Be An Inventor!
Imagine, design, and build your own invention
Unveil your invention for all to see
Pre-registration required by July 7
July 21-25: I Want To Be An Actor!
Design the set, create the costumes, write and act in a play
Perform the play on the Craft Center stage
Pre-registration required by July 14
July 28-August 1: I Want To Be A World-Traveler!
Learn about and create crafts from around the world
Showcase your creations at the global bazaar
Pre-registration required by July 21
Monday-Friday
9:00am – 4:00pm
Extended Day Available
Parents and friends are welcome to share the experience
at the Open House each Friday afternoon
Cost: $269 Member / $299 Non-Member
Cost includes tuition, materials fee, and snacks
Brown bag lunch provided by student
Questions: Call 508-753-8183 x3026
To Register: Call 508-753-8183 x3001
REGISTER NOW! 508-753-8183
Other benefits that the Craft Center offers:
Free Parking
Small Class Size
Fabulous Faculty
Convenient Location
Flexible Scheduling
A Creative Community
Craft Education for All Ages
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