FALL 2021 REGISTRATION:
JULY 19 - MEMBER REGISTRATION
AUGUST 2 - REGISTRATION OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Class Levels By Color
Beginning
Intermediate
Advanced
All Levels
FALL 2021 CLASSES
IN-STUDIO CLASSES
MONDAY
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. Please click here to see the class preview and supply list.
Monday • 15 Weeks • August 23, 2021—December 6, 2021 • 12:30 PM—3:30 PM • $662.00 • All Levels • Julie Ball
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. Please click here to see the class preview and supply list.
Monday • 15 Weeks • August 23, 2021—December 6, 2021 • 6:30 PM—9:30 PM • $612.00 • All Levels • Jeremy Pugh
TUESDAY
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. Please click here to see the class preview and supply list.
Tuesday • 15 Weeks • August 24, 2021—November 30, 2021 • 6:30 PM—9:30 PM • $662.00 • All Levels • Lance Pruitt
WEDNESDAY
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. Please click here to see the class preview and supply list.
Wednesday • 7 Weeks • August 25, 2021—October 6, 2021 • 12:30 PM—3:30 PM • $473.00 • Beginning • Glenn Evans
Create molds for casting iron and study the construction and operation of an iron cupola furnace! Bring your own project ideas to the first day of class and choose a pour date to set up and run the furnace.
Wednesday • 7 Weeks • September 1, 2021—October 13, 2021 • 6:30 PM—9:30 PM • $473.00 • All Levels • Glenn Evans
THURSDAY
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. Please click here to see the class preview and supply list.
Thursday • 7 Weeks • August 26, 2021—October 7, 2021 • 6:30 PM—9:30 PM • $393.00 • Beginning • Eric Shotwell
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! Please click here to see the class preview and supply list.
Thursday • 15 Weeks • August 26, 2021—December 9, 2021 • 12:30 PM—3:30 PM • $692.00 • All Levels • Glenn Evans
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. Please click here to see the class preview and supply list.
Thursday • 7 Weeks • October 21, 2021—December 9, 2021 • 6:30 PM—9:30 PM • $393.00 • Intermediate • Eric Shotwell
FRIDAY
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 the advanced artists. Please click here to see the class preview and supply list.
Friday • 15 Weeks • September 3, 2021—December 17, 2021 • 12:30 PM—3:30 PM • $662.00 • Advanced • Julie Ball
SATURDAY
This class will give a concise exploration into the various types of mold-making techniques and materials available, as well as looking at available casting materials that can be used with the molds. We will provide a basis and technique for mold-making that you will be able to utilize in various other mediums.
Saturday • 7 Weeks • August 28, 2021—October 16, 2021 • 9:30 AM—12:30 PM • $443.00 • All Levels • Lance Pruitt
This class will give a concise exploration into the various types of mold-making techniques and materials available, as well as looking at available casting materials that can be used with the molds. We will provide a basis and technique for mold-making that you will be able to utilize in various other mediums.
Saturday • 7 Weeks • October 30, 2021—December 18, 2021 • 9:30 AM—12:30 PM • $443.00 • All Levels • Lance Pruitt
SUNDAY
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. Please click here to see the class preview and supply list.
Sunday • 7 Weeks • August 29, 2021—October 17, 2021 • 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm • $443.00 • All Levels • Lance Pruitt
Get comfortable working in the sculpture studio by learning to weld, cut, and form steel! Once you've mastered the basics, you'll be able to create your own sculptural and functional objects.
Sunday • 15 Weeks • August 29, 2021—December 19, 2021 • 12:00 PM—3:00 PM • $662.00 • All Levels • Lance Pruitt
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. Please click here to see the class preview and supply list.
Sunday • 7 Weeks • October 31, 2021—December 19, 2021 • 3:00 PM—6:00 PM • $443.00 • All Levels • Mike Wilken
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