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Upcoming Classes
Friday Fling!
Session 1: September 13th - September 13th, 2024
Session 2: November 15th - November 15th, 2024
Session 3: December 13th - December 13th, 2024
Perfect for a fun date night, a family-bonding experience, or for the ceramic-curious, this three-hour lesson takes you through all the aspects of throwing on ... more
Scanning Negatives & Slides
Session 1: September 16th - September 16th, 2024
Session 2: December 9th - December 9th, 2024
Choose session 1 or session 2 of this one-day workshop. This quick and informative class will get you started on digitizing your analog negatives and ... more
How to Use Your Flash
December 2nd - December 9th, 2024
A flash is a crucial and powerful camera accessory that can significantly enhance the lighting in your photographs. In this class, you will acquire the ... more
Hardcover Coptic Binding
December 3rd - December 3rd, 2024
Make your own journal or sketchbook in this afternoon bookbinding workshop! Coptic binding is a durable and beautiful binding technique that has been used for ... more
Altered Collage Works on Paper
December 7th - December 7th, 2024
In this one-day, intermediate-level printmaking workshop, students will explore experimental approaches to working with the translucency of Japanese papers in print and collage. During the ... more
Suminagashi
December 7th - December 7th, 2024
In this three-hour workshop, students of all skill levels can explore the ancient art of Japanese paper marbling. Students will walk away with 10+ sheets ... more
Laser Cut Block Printing
December 9th - December 16th, 2024
In this two-part class, let the Glowforge laser cutter do the work of carving your printing block! Learn how to take your hand-drawn designs and ... more
Active Classes
Intro to the Wheel
Session 1: September 9th - October 28th, 2024
Session 2: September 10th - November 5th, 2024
Session 3: September 11th - October 30th, 2024
Session 4: September 11th - October 30th, 2024
Session 5: September 20th - November 22nd, 2024
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
Friday Fling!
Session 1: September 13th - September 13th, 2024
Session 2: November 15th - November 15th, 2024
Session 3: December 13th - December 13th, 2024
Perfect for a fun date night, a family-bonding experience, or for the ceramic-curious, this three-hour lesson takes you through all the aspects of throwing on ... more
Scanning Negatives & Slides
Session 1: September 16th - September 16th, 2024
Session 2: December 9th - December 9th, 2024
Choose session 1 or session 2 of this one-day workshop. This quick and informative class will get you started on digitizing your analog negatives and ... more
Advanced Handbuilding Techniques
September 20th - November 22nd, 2024
Interested in furthering your handbuilding skills? This class builds upon techniques taught in beginner handbuilding to help you create self-directed projects. Zara will advise, support, ... more
High School Photo Club: Photography & Video Program for kids
September 24th - May 2nd, 2025
High School Photo Club is an after school photography and video program for 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students who attend school within the ... more
Studio 678: Photography & Writing Program for kids
September 26th - April 25th, 2025
Studio 678 is a FREE after school photography and writing program for 6th 7th and 8th grade students who attend school within the Rochester City ... more
Intro to Wheel II
September 27th - November 22nd, 2024
This class is for those who have taken a wheel class previously and want to build on their skills. You will work on skill-building exercises ... more
Intro to Video Editing
Session 1: September 30th - October 21st, 2024
Session 2: November 4th - November 25th, 2024
If you are interested in learning how to edit video, this class will teach you how to import footage, structure an edit, match up sync ... more
Intro to Screen Printing
Session 1: October 2nd - October 16th, 2024
Session 2: November 7th - November 21st, 2024
This workshop will cover the basics of the screen printing process from start to finish. It will cover creating imagery, transferring the image to the ... more
Fundamentals of Studio Photography
October 17th - November 21st, 2024
Elevate your photography to the next level! This comprehensive course equips you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in a controlled studio environment.What you'll ... more
Watercolor & Mixed-Media
October 21st - November 25th, 2024
This class is for artists interested in learning watercolor techniques while also exploring collage and mixed media. Learn to develop a strong conceptual foundation for ... more
Intro to Adobe Photoshop
October 24th - November 21st, 2024
Learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop, such as tools including move, crop, marquee, rubber stamp, paint bucket, etc.; functions including exposure, brightness/contrast, and color balance; ... more
Intro to Linoleum Block Printing
November 5th - November 26th, 2024
Learn the basics of linoleum block printing to create cards, fine art prints, or add new imagery to your letterpress work. Students will learn techniques ... more
Stay Retro
November 5th - December 10th, 2024
If you love photographing with film and working in the darkroom but need more time to practice and solidify your skills, Stay Retro is right ... more
Intro to Pastel Painting
November 12th - December 3rd, 2024
Pastels, those beautiful sticks of pure color, create exciting, fun, and expressive works of art. Through informational discussions, demonstrations, and plenty of opportunities for experimentation, ... more
Mudslingers Shorts! Let's Try the Wheel!
Session 1: November 17th - November 24th, 2024
Session 2: November 17th - November 24th, 2024
In this two-session workshop, Caitlin will teach young artists how to work on the wheel. You'll learn how to center, pull a bowl, and add ... more