Gathering Basket - Basket Weaving

Tuesday Sept. 9 and Thursday Sept. 11. 6pm - 9pm

Ages 14 and up.

In this class you will learn to measure, cut, identify reed types, and weave a complete primitive basket.  We use no nails, staples or twine in our baskets and they are woven from 100% natural reed. 

Custom Printed Paper-Bag Planter Cover

Saturday, Sept. 13, 1 pm – 4 pm

Use recycled shipping bags to make trendy, homespun planter covers that are custom printed using antique movable wood and metal type on vintage sign presses. Bring your own paper Amazon bags or use ours. Make and take! Easy-peasy: no experience required.

(age 15 through adult)    Maximum # students: 4

Instructor: Cathie Royer

Printmaking studio (lower level Bldg. 46)

Make your own garden flowers.

Add everlasting color to your garden by making your own ceramic flowers. In this class you will create 3 one of a kind flowers with clay that then can be mounted on a piece of rebar for display. 

Sunday, Sept 14th  10 am to 12 pm

Clay Studio

Just in time for Halloween you will create your handbuilt skull at the ACA's Clay Studio and on the second session you will Raku Fire it during Downtown Adrian's Artalicious Fine Arts Fair. 

 The first session is Sunday September 14th 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm at ACA.

The second session is Sunday, September 21st at Artaliciuos. 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm location TBD. 

A little bit about Raku:Raku firing is a very hands on firing process that creates a very unique finish. Pieces are glazed then placed into the raku kiln where they are fired up to approximately 1800 degrees. Once the kiln reaches temperature the pieces are removed with tongs then placed into barrels filled with a combustible material such as saw dust or straw.  This creates a reduction rich environment, meaning in order to burn, the fire has to get the oxygen molecules out of the Clay body and glazes. This is how the rich coppers are developed and the clay body turns black. Students must wear closed toed shoes and be prepared for live fire during the second session of this class. All materials will be provided. 

Wind Chimes

Mondays, September 15 and 22 10am - 1pm

Using bits and pieces of art glass and fused glass scraps, students will fuse them together into strips and shapes with loops to hang. Find an interesting object to attach to and enjoy the tinkle when the breeze blows.

Beginner and continued throwing

Monday Afternoon Session 1pm-4pm9/15-10/27, 7 weeks

Instructor: Erin Hoekzema

Whether you're brand new to the pottery wheel or looking to build on existing skills, this class is designed for you! In a supportive and creative studio environment, students will learn (or refine) the fundamentals of wheel throwing—center clay, pull walls, and shape functional forms like bowls, cups, and more.Beginners will start with the basics of throwing, trimming, and glazing, while returning or continuing students can work at their own pace with guidance to improve technique, tackle new forms, and explore personal style.This class emphasizes hands-on learning, experimentation, and individual growth

.Come center yourself and discover the meditative rhythm of the wheel.

Basics throwing kits are available for purchase for $12. Open studio time and 1 box of clay included.Trimmed down fingernails recommended.

Beginner and continued throwing

Monday Evening Session 6pm-9pm 9/15-10/27, 7 weeks

Instructor: Erin Hoekzema

Whether you're brand new to the pottery wheel or looking to build on existing skills, this class is designed for you! In a supportive and creative studio environment, students will learn (or refine) the fundamentals of wheel throwing—center clay, pull walls, and shape functional forms like bowls, cups, and more.

Beginners will start with the basics of throwing, trimming, and glazing, while returning or continuing students can work at their own pace with guidance to improve technique, tackle new forms, and explore personal style.

This class emphasizes hands-on learning, experimentation, and individual growth. All clay, tools, and firings are included.

Come center yourself and discover the meditative rhythm of the wheel

Veterans Creative Expression Through Storytelling and Public Presentation

This course will explore how veterans can leverage their military experiences through storytelling and public speaking techniques, working with tips for crafting compelling stories and presentations. According to the Warrior Allegiance Organization, public speaking is a powerful platform for veterans to advocate for causes that are important to them, such as veterans’ rights, mental health, education, and employment opportunities. 

Wednesday, September 17th 4 pm to 6 pm

This class is FREE to all Veterans thanks to the Flagstar Foundation.