Ceramic Hand-building

Score, slip and press! Those ar the first steps to working with clay. Participants will learn how to make slip properly. Hand-building techniques such as making coils are the foundation of making clay pots. Be inspired to create the most unique ceramic pot that is possible!

Private Music Lessons

Each lesson is tailored to fit your ability level and musical goals. There is no “one size fits all.” All ability levels and ages are welcome, from beginner to pro. Many adult students are “come-back” players. Classical, jazz, swing, rock, pop, gospel styles are taught.

Watercolors

Interested in watercolor painting? You can explore the soft flow of watercolor. In each class, a new painting and watercolor technique will be taught. ArtsConnect instructor Roger Ross will hold a demonstration in class,then follow with guidance when you to work independently on your painting. Classes will be held once a week, for a six week session. This program is ideal for intermediate students. Some drawing abilities are helpful. Class members are asked to bring their own paint supplies.

Drawing

Woodshop Classes

The ArtsConnect woodshop class is a semi-traditional shop class where each session will explore the creation of different pieces of furniture or woodworking projects. Master craftsman and artist, Patrick Walker, will guide participants through the steps of building a piece from reclaimed or new materials. Each session will allow participants to hone their craftsmanship and to explore their creativity. Participants are asked to bring their own work gloves, safety glasses, and/or a specific piece or materials to repurpose.

Painting

Have you wanted to learn how to paint? This class is for you with its introduction to color theory, paint mixing and painting techniques. Participants are encouraged to bring either watercolor or acrylic paints. Exercises and handouts will help to teach participants how to compose a painting, emphasize a focal point and create a mood. Fellow participants will support each other in the process of learning how to paint what is observed.

Wednesday Workshops

Wednesday has been designated our workshop night where participants can sample different arts media with recognized instructors. Our offerings range from stained glass, sculpture, journal/creative writing, theater improvisation, teen and adult acting classes, art history lectures, printmaking, painting parties and more. Some workshops repeat and some are offered one time so pay attention to our schedule. We encourage everyone to try a sample workshop and bring a friend with you. You may even want to come back for more!!

Stained Glass Workshops

Learn the Tiffany copper foil technique of stained glass with step-by-step instruction and all the tools you need! You will have a variety of glasses to choose from for specific class projects.

Art and Relaxation Workshops

Learn creative, fun, and clinically-proven ways to relieve stress and boost wellness through these art workshops. Participants will learn how to practice mindfulness, experience relaxation, and connect with themselves and others.

Sewing/Hand Embroidery Workshop

Learn the basic steps to sewing and hand embroidery. For sewing, participants will be asked to bring their own sewing machines. Participants will learn how to follow a pattern or guide, learn how to operate his/her sewing machine, and create a beautiful finished product. For embroidery, participants will learn the stitches involved in hand embroidery. Create a stitch sampler as practice and then get started on a project to showcase new skills. Learn backstitch, French knot, chain stitch, blanket stitch and lazy daisy.

Woodshop Workshops

Do you need a gift idea that you create? Do you want to build objects using a step-by-step method? Then our Woodshop workshops on Wednesday evenings will be for you. Make a step stool, birdhouse, rocking horse, tool box, or try some wood burning.

Ceramic Surface Decoration Workshop

This workshop will be about surface decoration on pottery that has been casted from slip. Participants will learn different techniques of surface decoration on pottery. Participants will also learn how to incorporate other materials, such as lids, to make a different kind of functional object.

Glass Bead Making Workshop

Join Heather Hitchman to learn how to use a torch flame to melt glass rods to form a bead around a mandrel. Participants will make fun beads. This is definitely a LEARNING experience rather than having an immediate end product. It will be a fun experience!