Torch Enamel on Copper Jewelry I

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.

Sunday, October 12, 2025, 1 pm-4pm

Ages: 16 and up

Intro to Watercolor   6 weeks

Oct 13-nov 17    6:30-9pm

Watercolor is a challenging medium that can be used in a wide range of styles. But how do you get started? We will cover paint, mediums, brushes, and paper in the first class. Then we will start with painting exercises. Throughout the sessions, we'll work with various approaches and techniques to help you develop confidence. You will be asked to bring photo resources to work from. Supplies for the first class will be provided to determine what you want to buy, or you may bring what you already have. This course is taught by an experienced artist/educator with 35 years of teaching experience.

Silverware Jewelry

Tuesday October 14th 6-9pm

Create a ring, bracelet or pendant with a family heirloom or choose from our cache of beautiful plated flatware.

18 and older

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, October 15h  4 pm to 6 pm

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

Participants will gather, blow and shape hot glass into small bowls/vessels. 

This class is for ages 18 and older.

Please note that participants must wear closed toed shoes, natural fibers clothes and long hair needs to be pulled back. 

Tea Time

Design and create a fully functional teapot with cups and saucers, sugar and creamer while learning about pouring vessels and lids. We will try out your creations at a tea room at a mutually agreed on sixth session with a special tea time.

Saturday, Oct 18-Sat Nov 22, 10am-noon (5 weeks)

Location: Clay Studio

Max:11 students

Instructor: Pi Benio

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. 

Saturday, October 18th  12 pm to 2 pm 

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

Crystalline Glazed Vases

Dates: Saturdays October 18th & 25th, and Saturday November 1st.

Time: 1 pm to 4 pm

Basic wheel throwing experience will be helpful. Hand building is an option.

Students will make 2 to 3 vases using a white cone 10 clay, along with catchers and pedestals for the pieces.  The second Saturday we’ll attach the pedestals and glaze the pieces.  We’ll be using traditional crystalline glazes for this class.  The third Saturday we’ll remove the pedestals and grind the bases of the pieces