Classes

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NEW: In the event of a mandated shut down due to COVID-19 during the Winter class session (January through March), full or prorated refunds will be issued in the form of a FCAC gift certificate, as appropriate. In the event of a pandemic lockdown, the Flower City Arts Center reserves the right to change open studio times and walk-in hours at our discretion. Thank you for your continued support of the Flower City Arts Center during these uncertain times.

NEW: From August 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021, or until fully exhausted, we are currently offering scholarship and tuition assistance to workers who were deemed essential during the COVID-19 pandemic situation. Essential workers include workers at: hospitals, nursing homes and other health care entities; fire stations; U.S. Post Offices; delivery companies; grocery and convenience stores; restaurant that remained open for carry-out or delivery; and the like. For more information and to fill out our essential worker tuition assistance form, please CLICK HERE. Thank you to all who donated to our Spring Donation Appeal to help make this happen!

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Upcoming Classes

Holiday Ornament Class

Session 1: November 6th - November 6th, 2020
Session 2: November 13th - November 13th, 2020
Session 3: November 20th - November 20th, 2020
Session 4: December 4th - December 4th, 2020
Session 5: December 11th - December 11th, 2020

Make and decorate your own personalized ornament for the holidays in this one-time class. You can make a special gift, or a family heirloom! This ... more

Intro II Refresher

December 2nd - December 23rd, 2020

Looking for a way to keep your skills sharp in between sessions? These shorter classes are the perfect option for those who want to continue ... more

RISO Holiday Cards

Session 1: December 4th - December 4th, 2020
Session 2: December 11th - December 11th, 2020

Get festive on a Friday night creating holiday cards for your loved ones in this fun, one-day RISO workshop! You will learn what a Risograph ... more

Learn to Make a Folding Box Book

Session 1: December 4th - December 4th, 2020
Session 2: December 5th - December 5th, 2020

Do you sometimes need a compact container for holding loose bits and pieces? This unusual binding structure is an adaptation of a Chinese sewing kit ... more

Photogravure

December 5th - December 6th, 2020

In this workshop students will learn how to print their photographic images on our etching presses in the Printmaking Studio! Learn how to create digital ... more

Intro to the Wheel

Session 1: January 8th - February 26th, 2021
Session 2: January 11th - March 1st, 2021
Session 3: January 12th - March 2nd, 2021
Session 4: January 15th - March 5th, 2021
Session 5: January 18th - March 8th, 2021
Session 6: January 19th - March 9th, 2021
Session 7: January 20th - March 10th, 2021

For beginners, this 8-week Introduction class covers the basics of wheel-thrown, functional work. You will learn to master the cylinder, the gateway form to cups, ... more

Urban Sketching

January 10th - February 7th, 2021

Learn to make ink and watercolor drawings in a sketchbook. During the class students will learn basic skills of ink and watercolor drawing. By the ... more

Botanical Drawing I: Online

January 11th - February 8th, 2021

In this 5-week course we will learn how to work in graphite to accurately draw leaves, fruits, and vegetables. In this course you will learn ... more

Lovin’ Letterpress

January 11th - March 15th, 2021

Immerse yourself in letterpress printing. Choose from our hundreds of fonts and learn to handset type from California Job cases. Print from a variety of ... more

Go Retro with Film: Introduction to Photography

Session 1: January 11th - February 22nd, 2021
Session 2: January 13th - February 24th, 2021

Take this introductory class first to truly understand the fundamentals of photography. Experience the basic elements of photography. No camera or prior knowledge needed. Learn ... more

Handbuilding

January 11th - March 1st, 2021

Learn to use traditional methods like pinching, coil, and slab to build functional and/or sculptural work. The skills learned are perfect for an absolute beginner ... more

RISO: Bookmaking

January 11th - February 15th, 2021

Have you ever wanted to publish your own book, start to finish? In this class, students will learn how to do just that! Evan Bobrow ... more

Photoshop for Photographers

Session 1: January 12th - February 16th, 2021
Session 2: January 12th - February 16th, 2021

This course covers techniques used in making and editing photographs to gain efficiencies and quality improvements. Students will learn the appropriate skills and techniques to ... more

Linoleum Block Printing

January 12th - February 2nd, 2021

Learn the basics of linoleum block printing to create cards, fine art prints, or to add your own imagery to your letterpress work. Students will ... more

Fundamentals of Drawing: Online

January 12th - March 2nd, 2021

In this class we’ll focus on developing observational skills and drawing techniques, using a variety of drawing media. No prior experience with drawing is required ... more

Advanced Wheel

January 12th - March 2nd, 2021

For the accomplished potter, Kyle will provide individualized attention, with the focus on refining your craft, and enhancing your own personal style work. Included: 25 ... more

Photo Manipulation and Digital Compositing: Online

Session 1: January 12th - February 2nd, 2021
Session 2: February 16th - March 9th, 2021

Manifest your ideas into reality through photo manipulation and digital compositing with Photoshop! Learn how to digitally engage with photography in an experimental way. Through ... more

Figure Sculpture

January 12th - March 2nd, 2021

This class will take a look at modern and historical representations of the figure in art. Students will spend the first four weeks of the ... more

Intro to Wheel II

Session 1: January 13th - March 3rd, 2021
Session 2: January 14th - March 4th, 2021
Session 3: January 15th - March 5th, 2021

This class is for those who have taken a wheel class previously, and want to build on their skills. You will work skill-building exercises, and ... more

Printmaking and Book Arts for Teens

January 13th - March 3rd, 2021

Come and explore different aspects of printmaking and the book arts! Students will experience a variety of printmaking techniques including relief printing and monoprints. A ... more

Intermediate Wheel

January 13th - March 3rd, 2021

For those with some experience, the Intermediate class will broaden your knowledge base with more complicated projects, lidded forms, plates, and handles. The class fee ... more

Letter Press Poster Design

January 13th - February 3rd, 2021

In this 4 week course we will explore graphic design and typographic layouts for letterpress poster design. Explore the metal and wood type collection at ... more

Intro to Digital Photography: Online Class

January 13th - February 24th, 2021

Make your digital camera work for you! Learn all the functions of your camera, including manually adjusting aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, exposure modes, lenses, ... more

Alternative Process: Cyanotype

January 13th - February 17th, 2021

Cyanotype, named for its beautiful blue image, is one of the first photographic processes ever used. Instructor Jon Merritt will teach you how to create ... more

Carved Candlesticks

Session 1: January 14th - January 14th, 2021
Session 2: January 21st - January 21st, 2021
Session 3: January 28th - January 28th, 2021

In this virtual workshop we will explore the Japanese, Kurinuki style carving technique to make one of a kind candle sticks. Participants will be able ... more

Introduction to Oil Painting: Online

January 14th - March 4th, 2021

Learn about materials, fundamentals, and best practices of oil painting, with an emphasis on direct or "alla prima" techniques. Color mixing and creating a range ... more

One Step Beyond with your DSLR : Online

January 14th - February 18th, 2021

In this online class you will have the opportunity to share examples of your work, past or present, question their status and get feedback about ... more

Colored Pencil Landscape Drawing: Online Class

January 15th - March 19th, 2021

In this course the student will be able to draw a landscape of their choice using professional grade colored pencils. Each week we will cover ... more

Intro to Risograph Printing (Digital Screen Printing)

January 15th - February 5th, 2021

Create an edition of 10 prints of your own design using our RISO digital duplicator! Learn how the RISO works and how you can quickly ... more

Anthotypes: Printing with Spices and Vegtables - Online

January 16th - February 6th, 2021

Learn how to easily create beautiful photographic prints from turmeric, beets, and spinach, with the amazing anthotype process. In each class, Kylie will share simple ... more

Tiny Pinched Tea Set for kids

Session 1: January 16th - January 16th, 2021
Session 2: January 23rd - January 23rd, 2021

Your little one can make a tiny set, with help from an older sibling or family member. This multi-generational class will teach the time-honored pinch ... more

Screen Printing

Session 1: January 20th - January 27th, 2021
Session 2: February 9th - February 16th, 2021
Session 3: March 17th - March 24th, 2021

This workshop will cover the basics of screen printing process from start to finish. Creating imagery, transferring the image to the screen, printing, and clean-up ... more

Building a Puppet Theatre for Teens

February 2nd - February 23rd, 2021

Do you imagine different worlds populated by beings that live in your imagination? In this six week class you will combine storytelling and different puppetry ... more

Drypoint: Chine-Collé Printmaking

February 2nd - February 23rd, 2021

In this 4-session class, Artist-in-Residence Josh DiFabio will teach you how to make drypoint intaglio prints with chin-collé: a technique that allows you bind tissue-thin ... more

Experimental Monoprinting

February 3rd - February 24th, 2021

In this class take the basics of monoprinting to the next level using exciting and experimental techniques. Students will participate in exercises that will allow ... more

Intro to Bookbinding

February 3rd - February 24th, 2021

In this introductory course, you will learn several hand-sewn book structures perfect for making pocket notebooks, address, journals, sketchbooks, and more. You’ll leave with the ... more

Applied 4x5: Large Format Photography

February 6th - March 27th, 2021

Further your knowledge of 4x5 photography by applying advanced techniques (film reciprocity and bellows extension factor) to gain more control over your exposures. This class ... more

VIVA! Photographing Winter Landscapes: Online Class

February 8th - March 1st, 2021

In this class we will take time to explore the work of photographers who focus on capturing the Winter Landscape. Students will gain an understanding ... more

VIVA Handbuilding

February 8th - March 8th, 2021

Perfect for beginners or those with more experience, this 5 week class focuses on the handbuilding process through unique projects. Make a wine cooler, sushi ... more

RISO: Introduction to Underground Comics

February 10th - March 10th, 2021

Students will learn different comic making strategies, including how to best manipulate principles such as composition, pacing, and scale to enhance their comic’s narrative. Technical ... more

Botanical Drawing II: Online

February 15th - March 22nd, 2021

With this 5-week course you will learn color for botanical artists and how to properly blend and mix those colors using colored pencils. We will ... more

Intro to InDesign

February 15th - March 22nd, 2021

Create professional layouts for business cards, newsletters, posters, or books. Learn basic tools and commands, methods of combining text, graphics and images, and how to ... more

Digital Ink: 21st Century Letterpress

February 18th - March 11th, 2021

Bring your digital design project to life in letterpress! In this class, you will learn how to translate your vision from pixels to print using ... more

Anthotypes: Printing with Spices and Vegtables

February 20th - March 27th, 2021

Learn how to easily create beautiful photographic prints from plant materials such as turmeric, beets, and spinach, with the amazing anthotype process. Throughout this class, ... more

RISO: DIY Zine Publishing

February 23rd - March 9th, 2021

Create your own underground zine using our in-house Risograph printer! Evan Bobrow will guide you through contemporary practices in small press as well as strategies ... more

Push or Pull: Understanding Film

February 24th - March 31st, 2021

What does it mean to have a good negative? In this class we’ll explore different exposure methods using interactive objects to ensure optimal results. We’ll ... more

Painting with Acrylics

February 25th - March 25th, 2021

Whether you'd like to paint with acrylics as a hobby or... show your work at the MET... I can help you to jump start your ... more

Make Your own House Numbers!

February 25th - March 18th, 2021

Make your home even more unique by designing your own house numbers in clay, using our vintage wood type as a stamp! No experience is ... more

Seeing in Black and White : Online

February 25th - March 18th, 2021

Black and white is the essence of photography: it is about texture, contrast, and above all, light. Seeing light, understanding it, and anticipating what the ... more

Intaglio II

February 26th - April 2nd, 2021

Follow the transformative states of a copper plate, with the assistance of an acid bath. Learn the use of grounds and their different effects. Explore ... more

Intaglio I

February 26th - April 2nd, 2021

Join the ranks of artists like Picasso and Rembrandt in exploring intaglio printing! On the first night you will understand what an intaglio print consists ... more

Collagraph Printmaking

March 2nd - March 23rd, 2021

Learn to make a printing block that is just as much a work of art as the resulting print. Collography is a process in which ... more

Drawing with Walnut Ink: Online Class

March 14th - March 21st, 2021

If you love to explore new media, or you want a short class that introduces you to some drawing technique, this is the class for ... more

Squarespace Website Workshop for Artists - Online Class

March 16th - March 17th, 2021

An artist needs a website to be found and show what you do, but the technology, process, and costs can seem overwhelming. Enjoy a low-tech, ... more

Monoprinting I

March 20th - March 20th, 2021

One print is pulled at a time and no two prints are alike with this painterly printmaking method. Techniques include transfer, reductive and additive, plus ... more

Active Classes

Intro to the Wheel I

Session 1: September 14th - November 2nd, 2020
Session 2: September 15th - November 3rd, 2020
Session 3: September 16th - November 4th, 2020
Session 4: September 17th - November 5th, 2020
Session 5: September 18th - November 6th, 2020
Session 6: September 28th - November 16th, 2020
Session 7: September 30th - November 18th, 2020
Session 8: October 2nd - November 20th, 2020
Session 9: October 13th - December 8th, 2020

For beginners, this 8-week Introduction class covers the basics of wheel-thrown, functional work. You will learn to master the cylinder, the gateway form to cups, ... more

Go Retro for Teens: Intro to Film Photography image

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