Spring 2021 Registration:
November 23 - Member Registration Begins
December 7 - Registration Open to the Public

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Intermediate

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All Levels

SPRING 2021 CLASSES

IN-STUDIO CLASSES

MONDAY

Bronze Casting + Lost Wax

Learn to cast bronze sculptures! By using various mold techniques, you will create a mold dependent on a unique project of your very own. The class will finish the semester with a group casting!

15 Weeks • January 18–April 26 • 12:30–3:30 pm • $592 • All Levels • Glenn Evans

Intro to Casting

Turn liquid metal into something lovely with metal casting! While having fun with the basics and experimenting with mold-making and lost wax techniques, students will learn about the world of hot metal arts, artists, and practices in a supportive environment.

7 Weeks • January 18–March 1 • 6:30–9:30 pm • $373 • Beginning • Glenn Evans

Bronze Bird Bath

Give the neighborhood birds something to chirp about with a custom birdbath! As the perfect addition to your garden, students will learn the basics of casting in metal and walk away with a beautiful piece of functional art.

7 Weeks • March 15–April 26 • 6:30–9:30 pm • $373 • Beginning • Glenn Evans

TUESDAY

Torch Work

Experience the Swiss army knife of the sculpture studio: The Oxy/Acetylene Torch! From welding and heat forming to soldering and brazing, students will learn the ins and outs of metal fabrication’s most versatile instrument.

7 Weeks • January 19–March 2 • 12:30–3:30 pm • $373 • All Levels • Julie Ball

Torch Work

Experience the Swiss army knife of the sculpture studio: The Oxy/Acetylene Torch! From welding and heat forming to soldering and brazing, students will learn the ins and outs of metal fabrication’s most versatile instrument.

7 Weeks • March 16–April 27 • 12:30–3:30 pm • $373 • All Levels • Julie Ball

Welding

Ignite your creativity and learn the basics of welding! Explore theory, welding techniques, and equipment safety while you develop the welding and fabrication skills necessary to turn your artistic vision into a complete work of art!

15 Weeks • January 19–April 27 • 6:30–9:30 pm • $592 • All Levels • Teaching Artist TBD

WEDNESDAY

Build a Forge

Make a forge from scratch! With something as simple as a 20 pound propane tank, students will learn how to turn it into a Blacksmith’s best friend.

7 Weeks • March 17–April 28 • 3–6 pm • $373 • All Levels • Jeremy Pugh

Blacksmithing

Forge your artistic destiny with blacksmithing! With small weekly projects introducing the basics of the art form, students will learn a variety of tips and techniques that will be put to the test when completing personalized projects.

7 Weeks • January 20–March 3 • 6:30–9:30 pm • $373 • Beginning • Eric Shotwell

Ornamental Blacksmithing

Heat, beat, and repeat! Learn how to forge simple leaves, make hooks and hangers, or create decorations for your house and garden!Beginning blacksmiths will learn to heat and beat metal into simple shapes.Intermediate blacksmiths will focus on design and developing their artistic style.

7 Weeks • March 17–April 28 • 6:30–9:30 pm • $373 • Intermediate • Eric Shotwell

THURSDAY

Independent Study: Sculpture

Take the art adventure into your own hands! Explore your creative process while learning about the conceptualization of contemporary sculptures in the round. While students will receive guidance along the way, this class is intended for theAdvanced artists.

15 Weeks • January 21–April 29 • 12:30–3:30 pm • $592 • Advanced • Julie Ball

Blacksmith Blade Making

Cut, chop, and slice in style with your very own knife! Explore traditional blacksmithing techniques as you learn how to heat, form, and shape metal into a one-of-a-kind blade.

15 Weeks • January 21–April 29 • 6:30–9:30 pm • $592 • All Levels • Jeremy Pugh

FRIDAY

Welding

Ignite your creativity and learn the basics of welding! Explore theory, techniques, and equipment safety while you develop the skills necessary to turn your artistic vision into a complete work of art.

15 Weeks • January 22–April 30 • 12:30–3:30 pm • $592 • All Levels • Julie Ball

SATURDAY

Sculpting with New Materials

Wood, metal, and stone, oh my! We will focus on using a variety of different materials to create fantastic works of art. Cutting, bending and connecting different kinds of materials will allow you to create the sculpture of your dreams!

15 Weeks • January 23–May 1 • 9 am–Noon • $592 • Intermediate-Advanced • Teaching Artist TBD

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