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Monthly Metalsmith Studio Pass
with Annemarie Kallenbach
Monthly Metalsmith Studio Pass with Annemarie Kallenbach
Fully equipmented metalsmithing studio with Butane, propane, natural gas/oxygen torches
Plentiful Hand tools
Giant shear
Flex shats, buffers and lathe
Hydraulic press
Rolling mill
Assorted textures, disc cutters, domers, pancake dies, impression molds
Monitor on site
Daytime, evening and weekend hours by appt by texting director (phone number on follow up email)
Ages 18+
4 hour pass $20.00 You may purchase additional as needed.
Open hours expire at the end each month so come on in. Participants can use tools with which they are competent and comfortable. All safety precautions are to be followed and are posted. Looking forward to great times together making wearable art.
First Thursday Open Print Studio with Kadi Franson
with Kadi Franson
First Thursday Open Print Studio with Kadi Franson
Thursday, July 2nd * 6:00pm - 8:30pm
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.
Flameworking Sampler Workshop
with Robin Schultes
Flameworking Sampler Workshop
Saturday, July 4th
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Curious about flameworking? This sampler workshop offers a little bit of everything! Students will get hands-on experience working both on and off the mandrel while creating beads and marbles using soft glass.
This class is ideal for anyone wanting to explore the possibilities of flameworking in a fun, supportive environment before diving deeper into specific techniques.
Marbles 2 Workshop
with Robin Schultes
Marbles 2 Workshop
Sunday, July 5th
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Ready to take your marble skills further? This workshop builds on foundational techniques while introducing more dynamic and intricate designs.
Students will explore patterns such as deep twists, folded cane, and layered effects to create visually stunning marbles. A perfect next step for those who have taken Marbles 1 or have prior experience.
July Clay Club (4 weeks)
with Erin Hoekzema
July Clay Club (4 weeks) with Laura VanCamp & Pi Benio
Available hours:
Thursdays, July 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th * 10:00am - 8:00pm
AND Tuesdays, July 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th * 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Want to work on your clay skills and projects? No instruction is provided; however, clay residents will be available to answer questions. Clay will be available for purchase at $45/box, which covers glazes & firing.
Bezel Workshop
with Annemarie Kallenbach
Bezel Workshop with Annemarie Kallenbach
Tuesdays: July 7th, 14th & 21st * 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Learn or Perfect your skills in encasing stones for rings, earrings, pendants and bracelets.
Material cost: $40 - included in class price
Age 15+
Torch Enamel on Copper Jewelry I
with Susan Matych-Hager
Torch Enamel on Copper Jewelry I with Sue Matych-Hager
Saturday, July 11th * 9:00am - 12:00pm
This is a make-and-take class. Use a stationary torch to create enameled copper shapes for earrings and other jewelry. Basic torch safety will be discussed. Several techniques will be explored, including cutouts, sgraffito, and color blending. 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.
Make a Glass Fish Bead
with Susan Matych-Hager
Make a Glass Fish Bead with Sue Matych-Hager
Sunday, July 12th * 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Building on Beginning Beadmaking skills, create your own fantasy fish bead using sculptural techniques and various decorative techniques.
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.