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
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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