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Using water-based inks, alcohol inks, watercolor, and metal tools to create designs and textures on Claybord and Scratchbord is creative, joyful, and relaxing. Come join the fun!
Skill Level: Beginner
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We've invested in a camera; now, how do we use it? And, how do we make beautiful photographs with it? Join this engaging class and we'll learn the basics, starting with using critical settings, and understanding good composition to create images that stand out. Learn how to use various lenses, filters, types of lighting, and avoiding common mistakes, as well as basic post-processing technology, and more.
Skill Level: All Levels
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In this three-session workshop, you’ll explore the foundations of color theory as both an art and a science. Through hands-on exercises and guided practice, you’ll learn how colors mix, match, and contrast, while gaining a deeper understanding of value, hue, chroma, and temperature. We’ll learn about different color systems (CMYK, RGB, HSB, grayscale), experiment with shade, tone, and tint, and practice strategies for color dominance and harmony.
Skill Level: Beginner
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This course introduces Slow Photography as a mindful approach to image-making. Students will work with both digital and film cameras, learning manual settings, light metering, low-light capture, and long exposure techniques. The course encourages thoughtful, intentional shooting over rapid capture.
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Adaptive ceramics is a starting point for everyone that may be apprehensive, allowing students to become comfortable and familiar with clay. Grow, learn, and become confident in what you create. Working with clay in both hand building and wheel throwing reduces anxiety. Patience with yourself and others is encouraged.
Skill Level: All Levels
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Learn pinch, coil, and slab techniques to create a variety of projects ranging from functional vessels to sculptural forms, figures, and tiles. Paint and carve while exploring with slips and glazes. Historical and contemporary artists will be introduced for inspiration. More advanced students will be encouraged to hone their skills and develop projects.
Skill Level: All levels
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For those experienced in wheel thrown ceramics, hone your technique. Learn to use clay more efficiently, and make increasingly complex forms. Weekly demonstrations will include throwing, building, and glazing techniques.
Skill Level: Advanced
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Learn and advance your throwing skills and glazing technique. Projects center around creating functional pottery forms---mugs, dinnerware, pitchers, vases, and covered forms. Beginning students should purchase a beginner's pottery set from a local store.
Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate
