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Apply hand and machine woodworking skills through the construction of a small case on stand. By exploring different types of table and cabinet joinery, learn how to create furniture pieces that are both stable and expressive. Expand upon your understanding of wood movement and construction by combining techniques to build and design … Read more
Start Date
01/22
Meeting Day
Wednesdays
End Date
05/07
Faculty
Heather Dawson
Time
6:30pm–10pm
Credits
3
In this introductory course, students will learn the foundations of drawing, including line, proportion, shape, gesture, blocking, value, mark-making, and space. Students will focus on developing these skills through a variety of in-class and independent assignments in-class that emphasize drawing from observation, iterative invention, and materials exploration. No prior drawing … Read more
Start Date
01/25
Meeting Day
Saturdays
End Date
03/15
Faculty
Dara Morgenstern
Time
10am–1pm
Credits
0
Glassblowing for all is a perfect first step for those who have never been in a hotshop and a great next step if you know your way around! Glassblowing can be intimidating, in this class we break it down to basics and learn step by step how to get it … Read more
Start Date
01/27
Meeting Day
Mondays
End Date
03/17
Faculty
Jeff Mentuck
Time
6pm–9pm
Credits
0
This course introduces a variety of concepts and techniques used in contemporary ceramic object-making. Demonstrations and studio activities include hand building, mold making and wheel working. Each student researches and designs a series of pieces which reflect their personal interests. Projects may include work in tableware, sculpture, or designed objects. … Read more
Start Date
01/28
Meeting Day
Tuesdays
End Date
05/13
Faculty
Janna Longacre
Time
6:30pm–10pm
Credits
3
In this introductory, course participants will learn how to design and carve wooden utensils. Students will be shown how to safely and efficiently use the bandsaw as well as hand tools such as gouges, rasps, files, scrapers, and a variety of handsaws. Whether it’s spoons, spatulas, forks, knives, or something … Read more
Start Date
03/29
Meeting Day
Saturdays
End Date
04/12
Faculty
Ellen Adams
Time
9am–12pm
Credits
0
This seven-week course aims to advance students’ evolving painting practice by providing a structured yet flexible environment for artistic exploration. The course begins with quick exercises from observation. In later weeks the focus shifts to self-directed work, students will respond to creative prompts and may incorporate their own source materials. … Read more
Start Date
03/29
Meeting Day
Saturdays
End Date
05/10
Faculty
Dara Morgenstern
Time
10am–1pm
Credits
0
