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Silverware Jewelry (2 weeks)
with Annemarie Kallenbach
2 Tuesdays: October 20th and 27th * 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Create a ring, bracelet or pendant with a family heirloom or choose from our cache of beautiful gold and silver plated flatware. Free open studio time per appointment.
Ages 13+
Simple plates and bowls
with Sue McDowell
Wednesday October 21st * 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Use your skills from "Fun with Fusing" classes or previous fusing experience to make 2 pieces - square, rectangular or round - up to 8" in size. Once you've cut the glass and created your design the instructor will fuse your piece and then slump it for you on the mold that you have chosen. You'll pick up your pieces 3-4 days later when they are ready.
Glass Blown Pumpkin
with Kipp Scott
Thursday October 22nd * 1:00pm to 4:00pm
In this glass you will learn the art of glass blowing and create your own unique glass pumpkin.
IMPORTANT: Please wear long pants and closed toe shoes.
Block Printing on Fabric
with Rachel Lambes
Thursday October 22 * 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Join us for a fun evening learning the art of block printing with local artist, Rachel Lambes. Rachel will lead us through the entire printmaking process including preparing, carving, and printing your own custom design. We will be carving linoleum blocks to print personalized tea towels, zipper pouches, or reusable shopping totes.
All required materials are included in the class tuition. Additional materials will be available to purchase during the workshop if you want to create multiple projects, but are completely optional. Feel free to bring your own materials (shirts, towels, totes, etc.) to print on if you wish. No experience is necessary to participate in this workshop.
Rachel Lambes, the artist behind Thistlefield LLC, is a native of Northwest Ohio, currently residing near Wauseon with her family. She holds a Master’s of Education and works as a professional artist and paralegal. Rachel serves on the gallery committee for the Adrian Center for the Arts.
Ages 12+
Please note the print studio is in a historic building with stairs.
Plein Air - October 24th
with Patti Magnes
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
Riverside Park — 321 S. McKenzie St., Adrian — Meet at the first parking lot off of McKenzie St.
Please arrive at 8:30 am to be ready to paint at 9 am.
Sterling Silver Stackable Rings Class
with Annemarie Kallenbach
Sterling Silver Stackable Rings Class with Annemarie Kallenbach
Saturday, October 24th * 10:00am - 1:00pm
Texture form and solder these beautiful delicate rings: suitable for adventurous beginners.
Ages 18+
Glass Blown Pumpkin
with Kipp Scott
Saturday October 24th * 1:00pm to 4:00pm
In this glass you will learn the art of glass blowing and create your own unique glass pumpkin.
IMPORTANT: Please wear long pants and closed toe shoes.
Torch Enameled Copper Shapes for Jewelry II
with Susan Matych-Hager
Saturday October 24th * 1:00pm - 4:00pm
This is a make-and-take class and an extension of techniques learned in Torch Enameling I. Use a torch to create enameled copper shapes for earrings and other jewelry. Several techniques will be explored, including adding frit, using a line sifter (cone sifter) to make lines and dots, and ombre techniques. 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.