In this class students will learn shop safety, proper use/care of tools and processes/ techniques with demonstration. They will be using the Oxyacetylene torch and welding rod to create 3- dimensional art. The first half of the class will be practicing shaping metal with the torch as well as welding pieces together. In the second portion of the class students will create a sculpture that they will be able to take home.

In this class students will learn how to safely and properly use the oxyacetylene torch, the properties of copper, the difference of work hardened vs. annealed, annealing copper, measuring and layout, cutting shapes with the beverly shear, sanding and deburring, hammer texturing, basic fold forming and shaping into a bracelet/cuff. Each student will take home their piece of jewelry!

This class is designed to give all weavers an opportunity to create a textured wall hanging using a simple frame loom.  Beginning weavers will use traditional and contemporary weaving stitches to create a sampler of their own design. Experienced weavers will be able to enhance their design skills and create a wall hanging that is brimming with texture and movement. When students complete this course, they will be able to design and create future weavings with increased creativity and complexity.

The art of Drawing, whether from life or imagination, is an intuitive process we use to inform our reality. Having a basic understanding of the tools and techniques of basic drawing helps us solve everyday problems and enhances our appreciation for the qualities in art. This drawing class will explore the foundations of the craft of drawing to better inform our search for achievement and delight —where drawing becomes your own personal vision.

A painting is abstract if it doesn't attempt to accurately depict the real world, but instead uses shapes, colors, forms, gesture and texture. Minimalism and exaggeration and a variety of levels of detail are also considerations. In this abstract class, students will explore personal expression through abstract form. Color, texture and design principles will be discussed and employed. All levels welcome including newcomers to the field of painting.

In this class, Dan will teach acrylic painting at all levels. Painting topics covered during the course will include:

• Composition

• Perspective

• Depth of Field

• Values

• Tone

• Mixing Colors

• Brush Work and the Use of Other Tools

There will be class discussions on some basic rules in painting and students will explore the idea that all rules can be broken or adjusted.

Kimekomi is a Japanese art form where fabric pieces are tucked into a base.  In this class students will be creating 2-D Kimekomi art that combines the painterly quality of impressionism, with complex quilting. We will begin by drawing a ‘stained-glass’ style design on foam-core. We cover basic cutting techniques for the foam, then cutting and tucking techniques for the fabric.

In this 2-part informative and fun class, students will learn how to work with copper sheet and steel.   They will lay out, cut and form a 2-1⁄2” dish the first day of the workshop.  The second day they will be diving into how to use the oxy-acetylene torch. Students will be learning the safety and proper use of the torch in forming and welding the pieces of 1⁄8” steel rod together to create the steel stand which will hold the copper dish. The finished product will be an elegant functional piece of handmade art for their home or for a thoughtful gift to a loved one.

If you ever wanted to know what alcohol inks are and how they can be used, this is the class for you.  Students will learn the properties of alcohol inks and they will manipulate and blend it on compatible black and white papers to create a striking image.

In this class students will learn a fundamental wire wrap technique to make a pair of dangle earrings, a pendant and a zipper pull.  They will explore design, color, and balance with a wide assortment of beads and semi-precious gemstones.

In this class, students will be working with recycled products that include hand cut, kiln fused glass, gemstones, crystal beads and wood.   They will learn how to connect the various materials in artistic and exciting ways.  Participants will create and their own individual expression of glass art chimes in this one-session class.

In this class students will create a collage on an IKEA 10x10 mirror. Using a variety of vintage, unique, and unlikely materials students will create one of a kind wall art.

A painting is abstract if it doesn't attempt to accurately depict the real world, but instead uses shapes, colors, forms, gesture and texture. Minimalism and exaggeration and a variety of levels of detail are also considerations. In this abstract class, students will explore personal expression through abstract form. Color, texture and design principles will be discussed and employed. All levels welcome including newcomers to the field of painting.

In this class students will learn a fundamental wire wrap technique to make a pair of dangle earrings, a pendant and a zipper pull.  They will explore design, color, and balance with a wide assortment of beads and semi-precious gemstones.

Macrame is back! In this class, students will learn 3 basic knots. Students will use a wooden ring, cotton cord and these knots to help create a decorative plant hanger perfect for any corner of their home.

In this class students will learn how to safely and properly use the oxyacetylene torch, the properties of copper, the difference of work hardened vs. annealed, annealing copper, measuring and layout, cutting shapes with the beverly shear, sanding and deburring, hammer texturing, basic fold forming and shaping into a bracelet/cuff. Each student will take home their piece of jewelry!

In this class, Dan will teach acrylic painting at all levels. Painting topics covered during the course will include:

• Composition

• Perspective

• Depth of Field

• Values

• Tone

• Mixing Colors

• Brush Work and the Use of Other Tools

There will be class discussions on some basic rules in painting and students will explore the idea that all rules can be broken or adjusted.

If you ever wanted to know what alcohol inks are and how they can be used, this is the class for you.  Students will learn the properties of alcohol inks and they will manipulate and blend it on compatible black and white papers to create a striking image.

In this class, students will be working with recycled products that include hand cut, kiln fused glass, gemstones, crystal beads and wood.   They will learn how to connect the various materials in artistic and exciting ways.  Participants will create and their own individual expression of glass art chimes in this one-session class.

This class is designed to give students a chance to create a festive weaving on a stretched canvas.  During this 3-hour class, students will use holiday colors to create a small-but-mighty work of art that they can add to holiday décor or give as a special handmade gift.  Students will learn a variety of weaving stitches and how to combine them in intriguing ways.  They will also learn how to create a finished weaving without using a loom or any complex weaving tools. All levels are welcome to come join the fun!

Kimekomi is a Japanese art form where fabric pieces are tucked into a base.  In this class students will be creating 2-D Kimekomi art that combines the painterly quality of impressionism, with complex quilting. We will begin by drawing a ‘stained-glass’ style design on foam-core. We cover basic cutting techniques for the foam, then cutting and tucking techniques for the fabric.

In this class, Dan will teach acrylic painting at all levels. Painting topics covered during the course will include:

• Composition

• Perspective

• Depth of Field

• Values

• Tone

• Mixing Colors

• Brush Work and the Use of Other Tools

There will be class discussions on some basic rules in painting and students will explore the idea that all rules can be broken or adjusted.

In this class, students will learn about mixing oil paint and wax, texturing, layering, mark-making. incising, masking, glazing, and using additives. Unique effects will be created using non-traditional tools such as squeegees, brayers, and palette knives.  The class will include technique information, demonstrations, and plenty of time for practice and discovery. By the end of the class, students will have completed a variety of finished paintings and gained the knowledge and experience that they will need to continue exploring this exciting medium. 

In this class students will learn a fundamental wire wrap technique to make a pair of dangle earrings, a pendant and a zipper pull.  They will explore design, color, and balance with a wide assortment of beads and semi-precious gemstones.

In this class students will learn shop safety, proper use/care of tools and processes/ techniques with demonstration. They will be using the Oxyacetylene torch and welding rod to create 3- dimensional art. The first half of the class will be practicing shaping metal with the torch as well as welding pieces together. In the second portion of the class students will create a sculpture that they will be able to take home.

If you ever wanted to know what alcohol inks are and how they can be used, this is the class for you.  Students will learn the properties of alcohol inks and they will manipulate and blend it on compatible black and white papers to create a striking image.

In this class, students will be working with recycled products that include hand cut, kiln fused glass, gemstones, crystal beads and wood.   They will learn how to connect the various materials in artistic and exciting ways.  Participants will create and their own individual expression of glass art chimes in this one-session class.

Kimekomi is a Japanese art form where fabric pieces are tucked into a base.  In this class students will be creating 2-D Kimekomi art that combines the painterly quality of impressionism, with complex quilting. We will begin by drawing a ‘stained-glass’ style design on foam-core. We cover basic cutting techniques for the foam, then cutting and tucking techniques for the fabric.

In this 2-part informative and fun class, students will learn how to work with copper sheet and steel.   They will lay out, cut and form a 2-1⁄2” dish the first day of the workshop.  The second day they will be diving into how to use the oxy-acetylene torch. Students will be learning the safety and proper use of the torch in forming and welding the pieces of 1⁄8” steel rod together to create the steel stand which will hold the copper dish. The finished product will be an elegant functional piece of handmade art for their home or for a thoughtful gift to a loved one.

In this course, students will make a variety of hand-painted translucent papers and layer the papers to make a composition.   They will then incorporate textural elements, mark-making and botanical images to create depth, value, luminosity, and variation of colors.  By the end of the class, they will have produced a strong and provocative work of art.

In this class, Dan will teach acrylic painting at all levels. Painting topics covered during the course will include:

• Composition

• Perspective

• Depth of Field

• Values

• Tone

• Mixing Colors

• Brush Work and the Use of Other Tools

There will be class discussions on some basic rules in painting and students will explore the idea that all rules can be broken or adjusted.

In this class students will learn how to safely and properly use the oxyacetylene torch, the properties of copper, the difference of work hardened vs. annealed, annealing copper, measuring and layout, cutting shapes with the beverly shear, sanding and deburring, hammer texturing, basic fold forming and shaping into a bracelet/cuff. Each student will take home their piece of jewelry!

Macrame is back! In this class, students will learn 3 basic knots. Students will use a wooden ring, cotton cord and these knots to help create a decorative plant hanger perfect for any corner of their home.  

This class is designed to give all weavers an opportunity to create a textured wall hanging using a simple frame loom.  Beginning weavers will use traditional and contemporary weaving stitches to create a sampler of their own design. Experienced weavers will be able to enhance their design skills and create a wall hanging that is brimming with texture and movement. When students complete this course, they will be able to design and create future weavings with increased creativity and complexity.

In this class, students will be working with recycled products that include hand cut, kiln fused glass, gemstones, crystal beads and wood.   They will learn how to connect the various materials in artistic and exciting ways.  Participants will create and their own individual expression of glass art chimes in this one-session class.

In this course, students will make a variety of hand-painted translucent papers and layer the papers to make a composition.   They will then incorporate textural elements, mark-making and botanical images to create depth, value, luminosity, and variation of colors.  By the end of the class, they will have produced a strong and provocative work of art.

In this class, students will be working with recycled products that include hand cut, kiln fused glass, gemstones, crystal beads and wood.   They will learn how to connect the various materials in artistic and exciting ways.  Participants will create and their own individual expression of glass art chimes in this one-session class.

In this course, students will make a variety of hand-painted translucent papers and layer the papers to make a composition.   They will then incorporate textural elements, mark-making and botanical images to create depth, value, luminosity, and variation of colors.  By the end of the class, they will have produced a strong and provocative work of art.