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  • Handbuilding Pottery I | Thu PM (HB23P-1)

    • September 28, 2023
    • 6:00 PM
    • November 02, 2023
    • 8:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Clay Studio (Lower Level)
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Thursdays,  September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2
    6 weeks

    6:00–8:00pm

    Instructor: Lynette Porter

    Ages 16+. Intermediate. Advance your hand-building skills while having fun in this 6-week class. Explore many hand-building techniques to make mugs, plates, functional pieces and pieces students are interested in creating. Create your own texture and templates and explore many decorating and glazing options. 

    Fee includes up to 25lb of clay, glazes and firing. Please bring to class an apron and hand towel. Each student must bring their own pottery tool kit (available at local craft stores or online).

    Register by September 26

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  • Canceled: Art Club: Exploring Creativity for Young Minds I (JM23J-1)

    • September 30, 2023
    • October 14, 2023
    • 3 sessions
    • New Dimensions Studio (Upper Level)
    • 15

    Saturdays, September 30, October 7, 14 (3 wks)

    10:00 am–12:00 pm

    Instructor:  Tempest Jones

    Ages 6+. This children's art club incorporates art history, art theory, principles, and one's own creativity. Each week will have a different focus with art history leading our way through portrait painting, landscape painting, and abstract art. The students will draw inspiration from painting masters as well as their own interpretation to create original works of art. Dress for the weather, bring water and snacks if desired.

    Week 1- Landscape painting canceled
    Week 2- Abstract art
    Week 3- Portrait painting

    Registration REQUIRED 2 days before each session
    Minimum Registration: 3

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  • Basic Handbuilding I | Wed PM (HB23N-1)

    • October 04, 2023
    • 2:30 PM
    • November 15, 2023
    • 4:30 PM
    • New Dimensions Clay Studio (Lower Level)
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Wednesdays, October 4, 11, 25, November 1, 8, 15 (skip October 18)
    6 weeks

    2:30pm-4:30pm

    Instructor: Nancy O'Neill

    Ages 16+. Beginner. Join in this fun pottery class to learn the basics of hand building! Working with textures, stamps, decals, different glaze techniques, and more, Nancy will guide you through the process of creating your one of a kind pottery pieces.

    Bring your ideas and inspirations, apron, hand towel, and your own pottery tool kit (available at local craft stores or online). Fee includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing.

    Register by October 2
    Minimum Registered: 3

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  • Slip Sliding Away with Alcohol II (PG23K-2)

    • October 04, 2023
    • October 25, 2023
    • 3 sessions
    • New Dimensions Studio (Upper Studio)
    • 4
    Registration is closed

    Wednesdays, Oct 4, 11, (skip 18), 25

    6:00–8:00 pm

    Instructor: Cristi Hopp Kniess

    Let's let loose with alcohol ink, the new fluid medium on the block! Learn how to LET GO and let the ideas flow while playing with vibrant colors, allowing no boundaries to limit how this medium takes over your canvas…or your hands! In this 3-session course, you will work (and play) with alcohol inks on ceramic tile, Yupo paper, and a stretched canvas. You will complete 3 unique and vibrant pieces in this class series with the guidance of Cristi Hopp Kniess as you learn how this high flow medium acts and reacts on various surfaces with various tools. All supplies provided.

    Register by October 2
    Minium Registration: 3

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  • Canceled: After School Art! Mandala (JM23S-4)

    • October 10, 2023
    • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Studio (Upper Level)
    • 15

    Tuesday, October 10

    4:30–6:00pm

    For ages 14–17. Join our After School Art to learn and explore art outside of school! Each session will introduce students to a new medium with talented artists and teachers from the region. Sign up for the whole series, or just the sessions that spark an interest!


    October 10 — Mandala with  Nicole Landreth

    Making mandalas can be a centering, meditative, and fun doodling activity. Join Nicole in learning about the art of mandala making and make your own to take home! Multiple mediums and surfaces will be available.

    Registration REQUIRED by October 8
    Minimum Registration: 3

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  • Painting Grape Leaves…Creatively (WC23C-1)

    • October 15, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Studio (Upper Level)
    • 10
    Register

    Sunday, October 15

    10:00 am- 3:00  pm

    Instructor: Rita Carpenter

    The class promises to be fun and interesting using a variety of techniques to paint grape leaves inspired by Karlyn Holman. You will be using " real" grape leaves to create your painting. No drawing experience is needed. Basic watercolor skills helpful. Bring watercolor supplies if you have them available to you.

    Suggested supplies:  Watercolor paper 140lb. 15x15, watercolor paints, fine mist spray bottle, Mr. Clean easer, fine tip scissors.

    Bring along a lunch or snack if you prefer.


    Register by October 13
    Minium Registered: 3
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  • After School Art! Acrylic Pouring (JM23S-5)

    • October 17, 2023
    • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Studio (Upper Level)
    • 15
    Register

    Tuesday,  October 17

    4:30–6:00pm

    For ages 14–17. Join our After School Art to learn and explore art outside of school! Each session will introduce students to a new medium with talented artists and teachers from the region. Sign up for the whole series, or just the sessions that spark an interest!


    October 17 — Acrylic Pouring with  Rita Carpenter

    During this class each student will be guided through the creation of an acrylic pouring. They will mix their colors and watch the magic. 

    Registration REQUIRED by October 15
    Minimum Registration: 3

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  • After School Art! Watercolor (JM23S-6)

    • October 24, 2023
    • 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Studio (Upper Level)
    • 15
    Register

    Tuesday,  October 24
    4:30–6:00pm


    For ages 14–17. Join our After School Art to learn and explore art outside of school! Each session will introduce students to a new medium with talented artists and teachers from the region. Sign up for the whole series, or just the sessions that spark an interest!

    October 24 — Watercolor with  Cindy Bear

    With the use of a demonstration camera, Cindy will guide the painting of a watercolor picture while introducing color theory, shading, and mixing of colors. You’ve completed your drawing. Now it’s time to add the color! How do you know what colors to choose? Knowing a little color theory might help you decide. Did you know red is the color of danger? Come learn how to choose and create the colors you want in the why color matters workshop. 

    Registration REQUIRED by October 22
    Minimum Registration: 3

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  • Pottery Sampler (WT23P-2)

    • October 27, 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Clay Studio (Lower Level)
    • 4
    Register

    Friday, October 27

    6:00–8:00pm

    Instructor: Lynette Porter


    Ages 16+ Clay Sampler. This short class is designed for you to experience the process of throwing clay. It is strictly introduction to the process. You will experience wedging, throwing, and pulling. You will go home with a small token of your experience. After you have this experience and throwing gets into your system, sign up for more classes to make your own treasures.

    Register by October 25

    Minimum registration: 3

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  • Art Club: Exploring Creativity for Young Minds II (JM23J-2)

    • October 28, 2023
    • November 11, 2023
    • 3 sessions
    • New Dimensions Studio (Upper Level)
    • 15
    Register

    Saturdays, October 28, November 4, 11 (3 wks)

    1:00pm–3:00pm

    Instructor:  Tempest Jones

    Ages 6+. This children's art class incorporates art history, art theory, principles, and one's own creativity. Each week will have a different focus with art history leading our way through portrait painting, landscape painting, and abstract art. The students will draw inspiration from painting masters as well as their own interpretation to create original works of art. Dress for the weather, bring water and snacks if desired.

    Week 1- Landscape painting
    Week 2- Abstract art
    Week 3- Portrait paintin    g

    Register 2 days before each class.
    Minimum Registration: 3

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  • Beginning Wheel Thrown Pottery II | Thur AM (WT23M-2)

    • November 02, 2023
    • 10:00 AM
    • December 14, 2023
    • 12:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Clay Studio (Lower Level)
    • 1
    Register

    Thursdays, November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7, 14 (skip 11/23)
    6 weeks

    10:00am–12:00pm

    Instructor: Margo Olson

    Ages 16+. Beginner. Begin your journey learning to throw pottery. This 6-week class is for those with no knowledge of throwing on a wheel or with little experience of throwing and need more practice. The instructor will demonstrate during each class and assist learners with improving their skills. Start by throwing simple forms of cylinders and bowls, then to trimming vessels. Glazing will be demonstrated after the greenware is low fired in the kiln. Each glazed piece will then be high fired to finish the process. 

    Fee includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes and firing. Please bring to class an apron and hand towel. Each student must bring their own pottery tool kit (available at local craft stores or online).

    Register by October 31
    Minimum Registered: 3

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  • Basic Handbuilding II | Tues AM (HB23A-2)

    • November 07, 2023
    • 10:00 AM
    • December 12, 2023
    • 12:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Clay Studio (Lower Level)
    • 0
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    Tuesday November 7,14,21,28, December 5,12
    6 weeks

    10 am-12 noon

    Instructor: Nancy O'Neill

    Ages 16+. Beginner. Join in this fun pottery class to learn the basics of hand building! Working with textures, stamps, decals, different glaze techniques, and more, Nancy will guide you through the process of creating your one of a kind pottery pieces.

    Bring your ideas and inspirations, apron, hand towel, and your own pottery tool kit (available at local craft stores or online). Fee includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing.

    Register by November 5
    Minimum Registered: 3

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  • Watercolor Studio with Laura Gomel (WC23G-1)

    • November 07, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Upper Studio
    • 10
    Register

    Tuesday, November 7
    10:00a –12:00p

    Instructor:  Laura Gomel

    Ages 18+. Come and enjoy a morning painting with Laura. She will provide advice and examples that will enhance your masterpiece and add to your skill level. The focus will be with water color paints, but you may bring whatever you would like to work with Laura on during this class. Bring your own supplies to this class.

    Register by November 5
    Minimum Registered: 3

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  • Gelli Plate & Painting (MX23C-1)

    • November 07, 2023
    • 1:00 PM
    • November 14, 2023
    • 4:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Studio (Upper Level)
    • 10
    Register

    Tuesdays, November 7, 14

    1:00-4:00 pm

    Instructor: Rita Carpenter

    Gelli Plate Printing uses a gelatin plate to press to fabric or paper. The process is easy as the paint is put on the gelli surface, spread out with a brayer then a variety of stencils and other textural objects are placed on the gelli plate, removed and placed on the fabric.Join this class and have fun learning this interesting technique. No previous experience necessary. 

    Suggested supplies:  Bring favorite colors of acrylic paint ( some choices will be provided). For the collage process bring scrap book papers, old dictionary pages, found papers, postage stamps, etc. 

    Bring a subject to collage.  Rita has a bird photo for reference

    Register by November 5
    Minium Registered: 3

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  • Watercolor Studio with Laura Gomel (WC23G-2)

    • November 09, 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Upper Studio
    • 10
    Register

    Thursday, November 9
    10:00a –12:00p

    Instructor:  Laura Gomel

    Ages 18+. Come and enjoy a morning painting with Laura. She will provide advice and examples that will enhance your masterpiece and add to your skill level. The focus will be with water color paints, but you may bring whatever you would like to work with Laura on during this class. Bring your own supplies to this class.

    Register by November 7
    Minimum Registered: 3

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  • Handbuilding Pottery II | Thu PM (HB23P-2)

    • November 09, 2023
    • 6:00 PM
    • December 21, 2023
    • 8:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Clay Studio (Lower Level)
    • 1
    Register

    Thursdays,  November 9, 16, 30, December 7, 14, 21
    6 weeks

    6:00–8:00pm

    Instructor: Lynette Porter

    Ages 16+. Intermediate. Advance your hand-building skills while having fun in this 6-week class. Explore many hand-building techniques to make mugs, plates, functional pieces and pieces students are interested in creating. Create your own texture and templates and explore many decorating and glazing options. 

    Fee includes up to 25lb of clay, glazes and firing. Please bring to class an apron and hand towel. Each student must bring their own pottery tool kit (available at local craft stores or online).

    Register by November 7

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  • Toes In The Water II (WC23A-3)

    • November 14, 2023
    • 10:00 AM
    • December 19, 2023
    • 12:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Studio (Upper Level)
    • 7
    Register

    Tuesdays, November 14, 21, 28, December 12, 19 (skip 12/5)

    10:00 am–12:00 pm

    Instructor:  Sue Abare

    Ages 18+. Beginning–Intermediate. This class is for those first timers wanting to experience watercolor or someone who wants to expand beginning skills. Have fun exploring the enchantment of water and paint in their irresistible dance. As with all painting, a little drawing experience is helpful. Feel free to bring supplies you may already have or wait for suggestions on what you may want to purchase. Some basic supplies are furnished. We will discuss preparing paper to paint, brushes and their technique, some color theory — but mostly we will jump in the water, and do it!

    Register by November 12
    Minimum Registrations: 3

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  • Beginning Wheel Thrown Pottery I | Tue PM (WT23P-3)

    • November 14, 2023
    • 6:00 PM
    • December 19, 2023
    • 8:00 PM
    • New Dimensions Clay Studio (Lower Level)
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Tuesdays, November 14, 21, 28, December 5, 12, 19

    6:00–8:00pm

    Instructor: Lynette Porter

    Ages 16+. Beginner. In this 6-week class, you will learn essential wheel-throwing techniques from centering to trimming. Bowls and mugs will be the first forms we practice throwing on the wheel. This class will give the student with little or no experience the opportunity to learn and develop a basic set of wheel-throwing skills.

    After taking this class, the student will take with them a small collection of functional wheel-thrown pottery, as well as, the skills needed to create more advanced pieces in the future. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and leave your rings, watches and bracelets at home. 

    Fee includes up to 25 lb. of clay, glazes and firing. Bring an apron, hand towel, and your own pottery tool kit (available at local craft stores or online).

    Register by November 12
    Minimum Registered: 3

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  • Basic Handbuilding II | Wed PM (HB23N-2)

    • November 22, 2023
    • 2:30 PM
    • December 20, 2023
    • 4:30 PM
    • New Dimensions Clay Studio (Lower Level)
    • 3
    Register

    Wednesday Nov 22, 29, Dec 6, 13, 20
    6 weeks

    2:30pm-4:30pm

    Instructor: Nancy O'Neill

    Ages 16+. Beginner. Join in this fun pottery class to learn the basics of hand building! Working with textures, stamps, decals, different glaze techniques, and more, Nancy will guide you through the process of creating your one of a kind pottery pieces.

    Bring your ideas and inspirations, apron, hand towel, and your own pottery tool kit (available at local craft stores or online). Fee includes up to 25 lbs. of clay, glazes & firing.

    Register by November 20
    Minimum Registered: 3

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