The ACA metalsmith studio is a state of the art facility with natural gas & oxygen torches, rolling mill & numerous texture plates, buffers, large overhead shears, pickle pots, flex shafts & lathe with abundant attachments, hydraulic press with a full complement of bending & cutting accessories, and a full assortment of hand equipment. 

4 hour pass for $20.00, You may purchase additional hours as needed. 

There is a monitor in attendance but no actual scheduled teaching. Participants can use tools with which they are competent and comfortable. All safety precautions are to be followed and are posted. 

Daytime, evening and weekend hours by appt by texting director (phone number will be sent in follow up email) 

Ages 18+

Looking forward to great times together making wearable art!

Leaf Plates 

Preserve the summer of 26 by impressing fallen fall foliage into clay. The structure of the up to 10" leaf or a collection of smaller leaves will reveal its structure in amazing detail. Your finished dish will be a serviceable food, dishwasher and microwave safe serving plate sure to attract attention.

 Thurs Oct 1, noon-2

Location: Clay It Forward, 210 S Evans, Tecumseh

Fall '26  Teen Club (8 weeks) with Taina Mantey

8 Thursdays:  October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th and November 5th, 12th & 19th * 4:00pm - 6:00pm 

Is your teen always doodling, making messes and creating stuff? They are an artist! Teen club provides an opportunity for young artists to be among their peers and try new art forms. Much of what we explore is based upon student interest, the first session includes a discussion of what the group would like to explore.

First Thursday Open Print Studio with Kadi Franson

Do you have a printmaking idea you’ve been wanting to try, or an existing project you're waiting to finish? Come to the studio to enjoy relaxed, open creative time alongside other local printmakers.

2D Flower Vase with Laura VanCamp

Saturday, October 3rd 2 pm to 4 pm 

In this class we will be combining the 2D with the 3D! You will create your own vase silhouette in the 2D. We will then add a pocket to the back of the silhouette, making it capable of holding freshly picked or dried flowers.

Friday October 2nd * 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Get into the spooky spirit by handbuilding a whimsical ceramic potion bottle using a slab template. Add texture, stamps, sculpted details, or decorative decals to make it your own.

No experience is needed. Finished pieces will be fired and ready for pickup approximately 2 weeks later.

Halloween Enamel Earrings with Susan Matych-Hager

Saturday October 3rd * 9:00am - 12:00pm

This is a make-and-take class. Use a stationary torch to create enameled copper Halloween shapes for earrings. Basic torch safety will be discussed. All materials are included.

IMPORTANT: Students taking glass courses using a torch must wear natural fiber clothing (i.e., cotton shirt and denim jeans), closed-toe shoes, and hair tied back and out of the way. Loose clothing that will be in the way of the torch is strongly discouraged. Please wear clothing that is not essential to your wardrobe. AN N95 RESPIRATION MASK IS REQUIRED FOR YOUR SAFETY.

Come paint with us! We'll be painting outdoors together to capture real-time natural light and landscapes. All skill levels are welcome to attend. Please note, this is a self-guided group session with no formal instruction. Bring your own materials.

ACA members are free. Community members are $10

Promedica/YMCA Trails — 5660 N Adrian Hwy., Adrian — Park in the far south parking lot (right side of YMCA)

Please arrive at 8:30 am to be ready to paint at 9 am.