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The Power of Line
with Roberto Wong
The line is an abstract element it has been used to delimited spaces, to create textures, to symbolize uncountable things and much more.
The Power of the Line is an open studio where beginners can learn the basic of the drawing (structure, design etc) while intermediates can improve their skills; although a model will be available for those who choose to draw with a reference (with a precise guide of the teacher) the class is open for all alternatives of the use of the line in a creative manner; the studio is also open for art students and artist wiling to share their experiences or simply to talk about art.(Spanish speakers are also welcome)
Class time: 3 hour class for 6 weeks
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Jewelry Making
with Ann Dozetos
In this six-week jewelry making class you will learn wire wrapping for earrings, basic cuff or bangle work for bracelets, Viking Knit, wired sculptured pendant work, and ring making.
20% Membership discount is available at checkout. Use your membership promo code.
Class time: 3 hour classes on Thursdays for 6 weeks
Supply list included by class.
6 Week Class Wire Wrapping
Week One: Earrings (3 pairs) Basic, drop and nailed pearl
Tools needed
chain nose pliers, hammer & block, round nose pliers, ruler, tumbler, wire cutters
Supplies needed
2 head pins, 2”; 4” 20 gauge round wire, half hard; 2 - 6 or 8 mm beads; 6 ear wires; 12 – 6 to 8 mm pearls; 12 1” head pins; 2 – 4 mm beads; 4 – 6 mm beads
Week Two: Bracelets (Basic Cuff and Wire Bangle)
Tools needed
6 step pliers,chain nose pliers, flat nose pliers, painters tape; pin vise or electric drill, round nose pliers, ruler, tumbler, wire cutters
Supplies needed
21 gauge square half hard wire about 7'; 16 gauge half round half hard wire about 3 feet; 18 gauge round half hard wire 5”.
Week Three: Viking Knit
Tools needed
awl, dowel – 8” long and 1/2” diameter, draw plate, hammer & block, painters tape, ruler, tumbler, wire cutters, wire sheers
Supplies needed
24 gauge round half hard wire about 30 yards, 20 gauge round half hard wire about 3 feet, focal bead (suggest 25-30 mm), 2 or more side beads 4 to 8 mm, 4 end caps w/hole 6 to 8 mm, s hook made from 20 gauge round half hard wire 2”
Week Four: Finish Viking knit, Pendant, Free Form
Tools needed
6 step pliers, chain nose pliers, fine point sharpie, flat nose pliers, painters tape; pin vise or electric drill, ruler, tumbler, wire cutters
Supplies needed
Cabochon (suggest 40 x 30 mm), 21 gauge square half hard wire 5' or more, 18 gauge half round half hard wire 2'
Week Five: Pendant, wire sculpted
Tools needed
6 step pliers, awl, chain nose pliers, fine point sharpie, flat nose pliers, painters tape; pin vise or electric drill, round nose pliers, ruler, tumbler, wire cutters
Supplies needed
21 auge square wire dead soft about 6', cabochon 25 x 20 mm
Week Six: Ring
Tools needed
chain nose pliers, flat nose pliers, painters tape, pin vise or electric drill, rawhide hammer, ring mandrel, tumbler, wire cutters
Supplies needed
22 gauge square dead soft wire about 25”, 20 gauge half round half hard wire about 24”, 2 to 3 3 to 4 mm beads
20% Membership discount is available at checkout. Use promo code.
Exploring Alcohol Inks
with Keith Mills
Explore the world of alcohol inks and find your creative outlet in this exciting media.
Alcohol inks are fast-drying, highly pigmented, alcohol-based inks that are great to use on any hard, non-porous surface including glass, metal, plastic, ceramic, stone, leather and polymer clay. Once the ink is applied, the alcohol evaporates, leaving the dye behind. Once alcohol ink dries, it can be re-wet with rubbing alcohol (91% Isopropyl Alcohol), allowing for unique and versatile effects that cannot be achieved with water-based products like acrylic paint. Alcohol ink is waterproof, adding to its durable properties.
Class time: 3 hour class on Fridays for 6 weeks
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Beginning Watercolor
with Keith Mills
Learn to enjoy the art of painting loose and fluid watercolors and enjoy your creativity with a clean and fresh application of pigment to paper.How to apply washes and buildups to create depth and dimension to your paintings in a very relaxed and casual atmosphere.
Students who are just starting out with no supplies may wish to wait on supplies until after the first session.
Class time: 3 hours on Fridays for 6 weeks
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Japanese Wabi - Sabi Fiber Art
with Grace Cormier
Free style composition of Japanese Wabi-Sabi Art. "Beauty of Imperfection" Simple straight hand stitching with provided sashiko thread over natural linen and burlap textiles. All levels are welcome. An $8 supply fee will be collected in class by the instructor.
20% Membership discount is available at checkout.
Textile Collage
with Susan Rienzo
Cut it, Fuse It, Stitch It, or Just Frame It! Gather your fabrics and starting simple, you will learn how to collage and fuse (glue) your fabrics and/or scraps for fast and easy designing. Learn to improvise, work spontaneously and intuitively with color, patterns and design elements. Learn how to select your palette of fabrics and understand their personalities.
You will have permission to play with your own color palette and creating your own adventure. Experiment with bold, vibrant hues or soothing, muted tones to create your unique artistic vision. There are no rules, no patterns, no mistakes. This is a fun and playful class that embraces imperfection and getting loose. Fast and addictive, no sewing machine is necessary in class.This is a process class and finishing will be on your own. Finishing techniques will be shown and discussed. Ideas and examples will be shown for inspiration. Basic sewing skills helpful but not required for finishing. All levels welcome.
Class time: 3 hours on Monday
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Fabric Jewelry
with Jennifer Sabella
Class time: 3 hours on Monday
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A Night to Pour
with Robin Marshall
Robin will teach several different techniques that are loads of fun! Students don’t have to have an artistic bone in their bodies! They will walk out with a finished product!
Class time: 3 Hours on Thursday