Classes
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NEW: In the event of a mandated shut down due to COVID-19 during the Spring class session (April through June), 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 MEMBERSHIP OFFER THROUGH JUNE 20, 2021 FOR SPRING 2021 CLASSES ONLY
Find any class you're interested on our website, register at the non-member rate, and fill out the contact form here. At the end of the class, if you decide to become a member*, you'll receive a discount off the membership equal to the discount you would have received if you had been a member.
For example: A person takes our Color Film Developing class for $85 and at the end of the class they sign up for a membership*. The membership rate for that class was $65, providing a $20 discount. Instead of paying $60 for an individual membership, the new member would pay $40 for the year and take advantage of all member benefits and discounts throughout the year.
*This discount is available toward the Senior/Student and Individual membership levels for brand new members only.
Information on general tuition assistance for classes at Flower City Arts Center can be found here.
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Upcoming Classes
Easy One Piece Molds!
Session 1: April 10th - April 17th, 2021
Session 2: June 19th - June 26th, 2021
Try out mold making in this fun two-part workshop! We will start at the wheel (experience helpful but not required) to create a solid form ... more
Vandercook Refresher Class
Session 1: June 19th - June 19th, 2021
Session 2: August 21st - August 21st, 2021
Still lovin' letterpress but haven't been into the studio in a while? Brush up on your cylinder press skills while diving a bit deeper into ... more
Intro to Wheel II
Session 1: June 30th - August 18th, 2021
Session 2: July 1st - August 19th, 2021
Session 3: July 7th - August 25th, 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
Studio 678: Photography & Writing Program
Session 1: July 5th - July 30th, 2021
Session 2: July 5th - July 30th, 2021
Studio 678 is a FREE 20 session summer photography and writing program for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders who attend a Rochester City School District ... more
Intro to the Wheel
Session 1: July 5th - August 23rd, 2021
Session 2: July 7th - August 25th, 2021
Session 3: July 8th - August 26th, 2021
Session 4: July 8th - August 26th, 2021
Session 5: July 9th - August 27th, 2021
Session 6: July 9th - August 27th, 2021
Session 7: July 12th - August 30th, 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
Handbuilding
Session 1: July 5th - August 23rd, 2021
Session 2: July 7th - August 25th, 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
A Taste of Landscape Drawing
July 6th - July 14th, 2021
Each class will meet at an outside location near FCAC. The class will cover necessary gear, techniques, and best practices for drawing outside. If it ... more
Go Retro with Film: Introduction to Photography
Session 1: July 6th - August 17th, 2021
Session 2: July 8th - August 19th, 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
Figure Sculpture
July 6th - August 24th, 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
Advanced Wheel
July 6th - August 24th, 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: 20 ... more
Take Better Pictures
July 6th - August 24th, 2021
Do you know how to use your camera but would like your resulting photographs to have more impact? Learn how to take better pictures through ... more
Alternative Process: Cyanotype
July 6th - August 3rd, 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
Intro to Photoshop: Online
July 7th - August 25th, 2021
Learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop CS6 such as tools including move, crop, marquee, rubber stamp, paint bucket, etc.; functions including exposure, brightness/contrast, and color ... more
Make it! Simple Hardcover Notebook
Session 1: July 7th - July 7th, 2021
Session 2: August 4th - August 4th, 2021
Drop into the Bookbinding Studio for this one day workshop where you will learn how to create a basic hardcover notebook from start to finish. ... more
Screen Printing Basics
Session 1: July 7th - July 14th, 2021
Session 2: August 11th - August 18th, 2021
This workshop will cover the basics of the screen printing process from start to finish. Creating imagery, transferring the image to the screen, printing, and ... more
Intermediate Wheel
Session 1: July 7th - August 25th, 2021
Session 2: July 9th - August 27th, 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
How to Use Your Flash
July 7th - July 14th, 2021
Many of us have a flash accessory but are not quite sure how to use it. In this class you will find out how to ... more
Intro to Digital Photography
July 7th - August 18th, 2021
Make your digital camera work for you! Learn all of the important functions of your camera, at a steady pace. In this class we will ... more
Color Film Photography
July 7th - August 25th, 2021
Take your film photography to another level with this extensive hands-on color film photography class. Have fun and learn about color film choices, get tips ... more
Smush and Smash! Clayplay for toddlers for kids
July 8th - July 29th, 2021
Four weeks of fun smushing and smashing clay, for ages 3 – 5 with their caregiver/adult. Your child will get their first experience with this ... more
Chia Pet Time!
Session 1: July 8th - July 8th, 2021
Session 2: July 15th - July 15th, 2021
Session 3: July 22nd - July 22nd, 2021
In this short workshop you can build your own, personal, fantastic chia pet! Kate will walk through handbuilding techniques to help you create your own ... more
Print 101: Survey of Printmaking
July 8th - July 29th, 2021
In this introductory course students will learn the history, science, and possibilities of printmaking through demonstrations and hands-on projects. Participants will experience a variety of ... more
Intro to Risograph Printing (Digital Screen Printing)
July 8th - July 29th, 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
Landscape & Botanical Drawing in Highland Park
Session 1: July 9th - July 30th, 2021
Session 2: August 6th - August 20th, 2021
In this class students will be instructed in various drawing techniques while finding inspiration in the landscapes and botanical intricacies of Highland Park. A suggested ... more
Intermediate Bookbinding
July 9th - July 30th, 2021
Build on your binding skills while exploring hardcover book structures in this intermediate-level class. Students will learn to create the Flatback Case Binding (the classic ... more
The Art of Fine Printing, etc.
July 9th - August 13th, 2021
We’ll learn whatever students want to learn. The goal is to come away knowing something that can help you enjoy your own photography. We’ll talk ... more
Waterfalls
July 10th - August 28th, 2021
Waterfalls present themselves as a wonderful and challenging subject matter to photographers. We are fortunate to live in an area that abounds with these glorious ... more
Paper Marbling
July 10th - July 10th, 2021
Discover the joy of paper marbling in this hands-on workshop! Learn traditional marbling techniques with combs and rakes and be guided through the process of ... more
Papermaking from Recycled Materials
July 11th - July 11th, 2021
Give new life to your waste paper! Bring in your old letters, junk mail, science tests, journals, etc. and learn how to recycle them into ... more
Mudslingers (ages 6 - 9) for kids
July 11th - August 15th, 2021
Mudslingers will give young artists an understanding of the handbuilding process, from working the clay, to creating and glazing their own unique visions! Included in ... more
Mudslingers (ages 10 - 13) for kids
July 11th - August 15th, 2021
Mudslingers will give young artists an understanding of the handbuilding process, from working the clay, to creating and glazing their own unique visions! Included in ... more
Teen Week of Wheel! (ages 12 - 19)
July 12th - July 16th, 2021
Spend a week in the studio throwing on the wheel with Josi. She will also teach you to use handbuilt elements to decorate and enhance ... more
VIVA! Short Course on Handbuilding (Ages 55+)
July 12th - August 9th, 2021
VIVA classes are open to adults 55+ who are interested in exploring the arts. In this five-week class you will learn different methods of working ... more
Lovin’ Letterpress
Session 1: July 12th - August 2nd, 2021
Session 2: August 9th - August 30th, 2021
Immerse yourself in letterpress printing! Browse our vast collection of vintage metal & wood type, image cuts, and ornaments to create a variety of projects ... more
Night Photography
July 12th - August 9th, 2021
Explore various aspects of photographing (using film or digital) at twilight and at night. Students will practice night photography outdoors as a group at various ... more
Ceramic Jewelry
July 17th - July 31st, 2021
With simple handbuilding techniques you will create personalized ceramic jewelry. Expect to make two pairs of earrings, two pendants, and two brooches. In the first ... more
Lumen Printing
July 17th - July 24th, 2021
Try the art of camera-less photography in this Lumen Printing class. By placing objects onto light sensitive photo paper and exposing it to UV light, ... more
Freedom of the Press
July 17th - July 31st, 2021
Learn a brief history of letterpress printing and how the process has been a tool for social change. Examine how leaders in Rochester such as ... more
Lightroom Revealed: ONLINE
July 19th - July 23rd, 2021
Photoshop Lightroom is a powerful tool that offers more than basic photo editing. Topics include image import functions, along with image editing, batch processing, export ... more
A Taste of Plein Air Painting
July 20th - July 28th, 2021
Painting outside has its own challenges and opportunities! During each session we will discuss the gear, paints, palettes, brushes etc. that you need for painting ... more
Digital Ink: 21st Century Letterpress
July 21st - August 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
Beginner Watercolor Painting
August 2nd - August 6th, 2021
Beginner watercolor art classes are the perfect way to explore and express your inner-artist. If you have never painted before or are looking for a ... more
Landscape Photography: Tryon Park
August 3rd - August 24th, 2021
Join us as we explore and photograph the beautiful and varied landscapes of Tryon Park. Tryon is located just off of North Winton Road between ... more
Urban Sketching
August 3rd - August 31st, 2021
Learn to make ink and watercolor drawings in a sketchbook. During the class students will learn the basic skills of ink and watercolor drawing. By ... more
Non-Toxic Oil Painting
August 4th - August 25th, 2021
For this course, students will learn about the fundamentals of oil painting through an exploration of techniques and concepts to advance their understanding. Students will ... more
Linoleum Block Reduction Printing
August 4th - August 25th, 2021
Students will print an edition using one block for several layers of color. Instruction covers tips for creating a strong print, planning the colors and ... more
Intro to Woodcut Relief Printing
August 6th - August 27th, 2021
Woodcut block printing is the forerunner of linoleum printing. Learn to use the grain of the wood to create texture and mood in this exciting ... more
Sunday Afternoon Bookbinding Workshop
August 8th - August 8th, 2021
On Sunday afternoons in the Bookbinding Workshop we will work on a variety of binding styles including the accordion fold, matchbook, perfect bound, pamphlet stitch, ... more
Summer Camp: Poetry, Pottery, & Paper (ages 8-11) for kids
August 9th - August 13th, 2021
NOTE: This camp is a hybrid camp. Students will spend the mornings, 9 am-12 pm, in-person at the Flower City Arts Center, 713 Monroe Avenue ... more
Summer Camp: Teen Zine
August 9th - August 13th, 2021
Create your own zine in this exciting new collaboration between Flower City Arts Center and Writers & Books. Short for magazines, zines are small circulations ... more
Screen to Screen: Screen Printing & Illustration
August 9th - August 30th, 2021
For this course, students will learn about the fundamentals of silk screen printing by transforming their illustrations through digital methods into screenprints. Over the course ... more
Photographing Ceramics
August 10th - August 24th, 2021
Learn to photograph your ceramic works in our lighting studio with Jon Merritt. In this class Jon will give you some easy formulas, tips and ... more
Affinity Photo: Software Demo ONLINE
Session 1: August 10th - August 10th, 2021
Session 2: August 24th - August 24th, 2021
Looking for a full featured photo editing software that doesn't cost an arm or a leg or tie you into monthly payments? Affinity Photo may ... more
Print 201: Inky Business
August 14th - August 14th, 2021
In this one-day workshop students will be introduced to new skills in ink application for oil-based printing processes. Instruction will include selective inking for intaglio, ... more
Color Film Developing Workshop
August 14th - August 14th, 2021
This SPECIAL one-day workshop will teach you how to process your own color film! Topics include preparing the solutions, the three steps process (Developer, Blix ... more
Intro to Digital Photography: Intensive
August 23rd - August 27th, 2021
In this one-week intensive class you will learn all the functions of your digital camera, including manually adjusting aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, exposure modes, ... more
Monoprinting
August 28th - August 28th, 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
Easy One Piece Molds!
Session 1: April 10th - April 17th, 2021
Session 2: June 19th - June 26th, 2021
Try out mold making in this fun two-part workshop! We will start at the wheel (experience helpful but not required) to create a solid form ... more
Teen Wheel (ages 13 - 19)
April 18th - June 20th, 2021
This is a basic introduction to throwing pots on the wheel. In this 8 week class, Caitlin will teach you to center, pull a cylinder, ... more
Botanical Drawing II: Online
May 17th - June 21st, 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
Print to Pages: Gelli Plate Printing
May 17th - June 21st, 2021
Gelli plate printing can be a simple surprise or a planned composition. We will use many different types of papers, paints and tools too. The ... more
When Words Meet Pictures
May 18th - June 22nd, 2021
Words can add impact and change the meaning of images. In this photography class we will view examples and learn how many different artists have ... more
Intro to Lighting Studio Photography
May 25th - June 22nd, 2021
Come and play with Coca Rae in Flower City Arts Center's lighting studio! This introductory class will give beginners the technical skills they need to ... more
Night Photography
May 26th - June 23rd, 2021
Explore various aspects of photographing (using film or digital) at twilight and at night. Students will practice night photography outdoors as a group at various ... more
Shoot Like a Pro
June 4th - June 25th, 2021
This class will take you through and teach you the workflow for a professional studio photo shoot. From concept, lighting and exposure, to post processing ... more
Salt Printing
June 4th - June 25th, 2021
Introduced in 1839 by Henry Fox Talbot, salt printing is one of the earliest photographic processes and continues to be a viable option for artists ... more
Halo-Chrome Toning
June 10th - June 24th, 2021
Halo-Chrome is a unique toner that can be used in the darkroom to transform black and white prints into pure metallic silver. In this workshop, ... more
Vandercook Refresher Class
Session 1: June 19th - June 19th, 2021
Session 2: August 21st - August 21st, 2021
Still lovin' letterpress but haven't been into the studio in a while? Brush up on your cylinder press skills while diving a bit deeper into ... more