The Visual Arts Department encourages creative stimulation and thought while providing an opportunity to experience the joy and satisfaction of creating works of art. A wide variety of visual arts classes and workshops are offered for students of all ages, including pottery, painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, knitting, and more. Individual instruction is available and outreach programming can also be arranged.
There will be an extra $5 fee for visual arts class/workshop registrations made within 24 hrs of the class beginning. Please register as early as possible so instructors can make sure they have enough materials purchased and prepared. Last-minute registration can result in a shortage of materials for students.
Mosaic Class/Studio
for age 16 through adult
6 weeks beginning Jan 12
1-3pm
$122 class fee, $65 materials fee
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Class is open to both new and experienced students.
Create a stained glass artwork making a mosaic glass on glass technique first by creating a design, second learning to cut and shape glass and finally learning to grout. Tools for mosaic and adhesive will be explained. If you have already taken this class you can use this class as an open studio for continuing projects.
History of Clothes: 20th Century to Modern Day Edition
with Rachel Drees for teens/adults
6 weeks beginning Jan 12
4-5:45 p.m.
$82 class fee, no material fee but students should bring a notebook/sketchbook
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Students will be introduced to the history of fashion and clothing. We will explore each decade of the 20th Century and the major cultural influences and historical context of each.
Planned activity each week based upon which decades were covered in the class. Final project: application to theater and costume design.
Soldering 101: Metals II
with Kacie Keefe
8 weeks beginning Jan 12
5-7 pm
$202 class fee, $60 materials fee, $50 tool kit deposit which will be returned when tool kit is returned
*you may work with silver at your own expense
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This class will cover how to utilize a small butane torch and a mini Oxy-Acetylene torch. Through guided practice, you’ll complete simple soldering projects such as linking jump rings, joining bezels, or creating small pendants and pins. We’ll also cover basic safety protocols, torch handling, and troubleshooting common soldering issues. By the end of the class, you’ll have a solid foundation to continue your journey into metalwork and jewelry design. ALL STUDENTS MUST BE ABLE TO ADHERE TO WORKSHOP SAFETY RULES. Only students who have taken Intro to Jewelry and Metalsmithing or have experience working with metal should register for this class. Students will observe instructor demonstrations and with the techniques learned create a project of their choosing.
Tuesday Pottery
for teens/adults
with Tracey Kuntz
8 weeks beginning Jan 13
5-7 p.m.
$125 class fee, $35 materials fee
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This class will cover sculpture, handbuilding, and wheel throwing. Demonstration and support will be given for each desired technique. Please come with a project in mind or a willingness to create.
Krampus Mug
for teens/adults
with Tracey Kuntz
$38 class fee,
$10 materials fee
3 weeks: Nov 19, Dec 3, & Dec 10
5-7 p.m.
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Carved Hiking Staff
with Ralph Bacon
for teens and adults
6 weeks beginning Nov 12
5-6:30pm
$67 class fee,
$12 materials fee
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We will be carving cut saplings for hiking staffs using sassafras, which will dry light, yet stay strong. A spiral will be cut in from the bottom up, the red bark will be whittled off along the handle, and any kind of motif may be cut into the staff for decoration: a bird, a tree, a mountain, etc.
Acrylic Painting
for ages 14 & up
with Ralph Bacon
6 weeks beginning Nov 12
6:30-8 p.m.
$67 class fee, $10 materials fee
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Painting can be described as little more than drawing with a wet ended pencil. If you can draw, you can paint! We will start with quick one-color sketches and work towards a simple still life in which we lay color on top of the sketch.
An Introduction to Sewing
with Rachel Drees
for teens/adults
6 weeks beginning Wednesday Jan 14
4:30-6 p.m.
$72 class fee, $15 materials fee
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Students will be introduced to sewing machine safety and use, basic stitches and techniques, and how to use a pattern. The final project will be a lined tote bag.
Please bring in a sewing machine, if you have one. If you do not have one, there are some available to use on site, but we are limited to only a few. There will be start-to-sew kits provided to keep. Extra scissors, pin cushions, and patterns to utilize during class time.
INTRO TO JEWELRY AND METALS
with Kacie Keefe
8 weeks beginning Jan 14
5 – 7 pm
$127 class fee, $60 materials fee, $50 tool kit deposit which will be returned when tool kit is returned
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*you may work with silver at your own expense
Step into the world of metalwork with this comprehensive introduction to metalsmithing. Designed for beginners, this class covers the foundational techniques used in creating handcrafted metal jewelry and small objects. Students will learn how to saw, pierce, file, texture, etch, prong set, rivet, and polish metal using traditional jeweler’s tools and methods. Whether you’re interested in making rings, pendants, or wearable art, this class provides a strong technical base and encourages creative exploration.
Wire Wrapping and Beading
with Bex
8 weeks beginning Jan 14
5-7pm
$127 class fee, $25 materials fee, $50 tool kit deposit which will be returned when tool kit is returned
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*you may work with silver at your own expense
Learn the art of creating beautiful, handcrafted jewelry using just wire, beads, and basic tools! In this 6 week beginner-level class, you’ll learn how to transform simple materials into elegant earrings, pendants, and bracelets using basic techniques that don’t require heat or soldering. We’ll cover how to work with different types of wire, select beads that complement your designs.You’ll practice creating loops, wrapped connections, and decorative accents, all while building confidence in your technique. By the end of the class, you’ll walk away with at least one finished piece and the skills to continue creating at home. This is a perfect starting point for anyone interested in jewelry design or looking for a creative, hands-on outlet.
Wednesday Pottery
with Erica Ledford
for teens/adults
8 weeks beginning Jan 14
5-7 p.m.
$125 class fee, $35 materials fee
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This class will cover sculpture, handbuilding, and wheel throwing. Demonstration and support will be given for each desired technique. Please come with a project in mind or a willingness to create.
Woodcarving
with Ralph Bacon
for teens/ adults
8 weeks beginning Jan 14
7-8pm
$67 class fee, $15 materials fee
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Acrylic Painting
with Ralph Bacon
for ages 14 & up
8 weeks beginning Jan 14
8-9 p.m.
$67 class fee, $12 materials fee
If you draw, you can paint!. We will start with quick one-color “sketches” and work towards a simple still life in which we lay color on top of the sketch.
Crochet 1
with Pam Amy
for teens/adults
8 weeks beginning Jan 14
5-6 p.m.
$58 class fee, $8 materials fee
limit of 10 students
Suitable for beginners, or for those who want to refresh their crochet skills. Introduction to basic technique and stitches. Students will also develop skills to read and understand patterns.
Crochet 2
with Pam Amy
for teens/adults
8 weeks beginning Jan 14
6-7 p.m.
class fee $58, materials fee $8
limit of 10 students
For students ready to start a full-scale project. Students will choose a personal project to work on in addition to learning more advanced stitch patterns.
Embroidery
with Pam Amy
for teens & adults
8 weeks beginning Jan 14
7-9 p.m.
class fee $67, materials fee $10
White work project using pulled thread techniques. Beginners welcome as well as experienced embroidery students.
Open Pottery Studio (November session)
for adults
with Erica Ledford
5 weeks beginning Nov 13
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
limit of 6 students
$47 class fee, $30 materials fee (includes 1 small kiln firing and 25 lbs of clay)
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For adults who have taken classes and would like to have extra time to work on their pieces as well as grow their studio knowledge and technique. Full access and support to come and create. More materials are available for additional fees.
Thursday Open Pottery Studio
with Erica Ledford
for adults
8 weeks beginning Jan 15
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
$72 class, $40 materials fee (includes 1 small kiln firing and 25lbs of clay)
limit of 6 students
For adults who have taken classes and would like extra time to work on their pieces, as well grow their studio knowledge and technique. Get full access and support to come and create. Additional materials are available at additional cost.
No teen/adult classes in visual arts are currently scheduled on Fridays. Check the schedule for Friday workshops.
Drawing for Beginners
with Rebecca Ollikainen
8 weeks beginning Jan 17
10:15-11:15am
$64 class fee, $8 materials fee
Learn basic drawing techniques.
Watercolors for Beginners
with Rebecca Ollikainen
8 weeks beginning Jan 17
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
$64 class fee, $8 materials fee
Learn basic watercolor techniques while completing a landscape.
Hand Carved Clay House Address Plaque
with Becca Stowell
for teens/adults
3 weeks beginning Jan 31
noon-1:30 p.m.
$50 class fee, $25 materials fee
Payment
Payment is expected at the time of registration unless otherwise noted, and can be made by cash, check, or credit card. Platform fees will apply to all transactions. Members receive a discounted rate. Materials fees, model fees, and some other fees are excluded from this discount.
Registration
Registration is required. A minimum number of students is needed to hold a class. When necessary, a class start date may be postponed a week or a class may be cancelled 24 hours prior to the starting time. Classes and lessons are open to all, regardless of race, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. There will be an extra $5 fee for visual arts class/workshop registrations made within 24 hrs of the class beginning. Please register as early as possible so instructors can make sure they have enough materials purchased and prepared. Last-minute registration can result in a shortage of materials for students.
Refund Policy
If a class is cancelled, appropriate refunds will be given. Persons desiring to withdraw from a class, who do so at least 24 hours before the start time of the class, will receive a full refund. If you drop a class after this deadline, but before the second meeting of the class, you will receive a refund for 75% of your tuition. There will be no refunds after the second class meeting
Financial aid is available for eligible students. FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION Rev. 1115 may be downloaded or obtained at the front desk and must be filled out and returned no later than one week prior to the start date of the class.
By registering yourself or your child for a class/workshop/music lesson/or other activity at the arts center, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages you or your child may have against the arts center and its employees. The arts center will not be responsible for injuries suffered by you or your child during classes, workshops, or activities sponsored by the arts center. In addition, you also give the arts center and its employees the right to use your or your child’s image with or without you or your child’s name, for purposes such as advertising, publicity, and public presentations.
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