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Getting to Know Your Sewing Machine
Friday, 6:00 p.m.
June 5th
16+

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Class:

This class is for students who want to start sewing but aren’t familiar with using a sewing machine. In the class, we will cover basic use, stitch length, width, and stitch selection, common troubleshooting problems, and how to clean your machine. Students will leave class with a small thread catcher sewing project.

**If you have your own sewing machine, please bring it to class! If you do not, one will be provided for you to use!**
**This is a beginner level class**

What You’ll Learn:

How to wind a bobbin, thread your machine, learn about what different stitches do, stitch length & width adjustment & why we do it, parts of the sewing machine and common troubleshooting  problems while using it, how to clean and maintain your machine, and how to use your machine to make a small project.

What You’ll Leave With:

A small fabric thread catcher and the knowledge of how to use a sewing machine.

Deadline to register by: June 1st  

Instructor: Rachel Robertson

Supply List

All Supplies included.

Stained Glass: Butterfly Garden Stake
Friday, 5:00 p.m.
June 5th
Ages 16-99+

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[***This class is construction based. Hand strength & dexterity is recommended.***]

[*** SAFETY!!! : PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOE SHOES TO CLASS.***]

Class:

In this Adult workshop, you discover the basic steps and the tools used in the Stained Glass making process. In a step-by-step instruction, small group learning environment, each person in the class will create your very own individualized stained glass BUTTERFLY GARDEN STAKE.

What You’ll Learn:

You will learn how to properly use the basic tools of a stained glass artist, and you will learn the FOUR basic steps of the stained glass making process: Glass Cutting, Glass Grinding, Foiling, and Soldering. 

What You’ll Leave With:

By the end of the two hour workshop, you will have learned and experienced first-hand all the steps of how to make a piece of stained glass art, and you will leave with a completed Stained Glass Butterfly Garden Stake pattern.

Deadline to register by: June 1st  

Instructor: Rachel Seligman

Supply List

All Supplies included.

2-D Open Studio
Friday, 12:00 pm
July 10 – July 31 | Ages 16-99+

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Class:

The class will focus on identifying students’ individual proclivities in art making, then emphasizing those in the work at hand of the medium of your choice. Mark making, drawing, composition, color, material handling, and intent will be addressed. Every artist has a ‘signature’ in their work; this class will help you discover yours.  Individual attention with each student in a shared studio is the focus.

This class serves as a time to use our studio get some additional work done on your artwork from another classes, use campus for some plein air working, or get some feed back from fellow artists, students, and Craig the instructor. Students will be given individual attention on the subject of their choosing. Familiarity with the medium is required. Students of all levels are welcome in this open-studio class. 

All skill levels welcomed! (There will be a group critique to conclude the class.)

What You’ll Learn:

In a group learning environment, you will be working on your own current self-pace artwork, and will have the opportunity for one-on-one guidance, feedback on your artwork, and inspiration form the instructor.

What You’ll Leave With:

By the end of each class meeting you will have more confidence in the progression of your current artwork.

Deadline to register by: July 4th 

Instructor: Craig Britton

 

Supply List

Bring your own materials for your selected 2-d medium.

Bring any reference objects or images with you.

Suggested supply list available upon request.

2-D Open Studio
Friday, 12:00 pm
June 5 – June 26 | Ages 16-99+

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Class:

The class will focus on identifying students’ individual proclivities in art making, then emphasizing those in the work at hand of the medium of your choice. Mark making, drawing, composition, color, material handling, and intent will be addressed. Every artist has a ‘signature’ in their work; this class will help you discover yours.  Individual attention with each student in a shared studio is the focus.

This class serves as a time to use our studio get some additional work done on your artwork from another classes, use campus for some plein air working, or get some feed back from fellow artists, students, and Craig the instructor. Students will be given individual attention on the subject of their choosing. Familiarity with the medium is required. Students of all levels are welcome in this open-studio class. 

All skill levels welcomed! (There will be a group critique to conclude the class.)

What You’ll Learn:

In a group learning environment, you will be working on your own current self-pace artwork, and will have the opportunity for one-on-one guidance, feedback on your artwork, and inspiration form the instructor.

What You’ll Leave With:

By the end of each class meeting you will have more confidence in the progression of your current artwork.

Deadline to register by: June 1st 

Instructor: Craig Britton

 

Supply List

Bring your own materials for your selected 2-d medium.

Bring any reference objects or images with you.

Suggested supply list available upon request.

Beginner Stained Glass & Open Studio
Fridays, 9:00 am
July 10 – July 31
Ages 16-99+

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[***This class is construction based. Hand strength & dexterity are required.***]

[***PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOE SHOES TO CLASS.***]

Class:

Explore the wonderous world of stained glass making! Come and discover the basic steps and the tools used in the Stained Glass making process, and in a step-by-step instruction, small group learning environment, you will create a stained design.

This class is set up to accommodate BOTH groups of a Beginner Class / Refresher Class for students new to the medium, as well as to accommodate Open Studio / ‘Maker Space’ students from a previous Baker Hunt stained glass classes that just needs a space to work in stained glass, or for current stained glass students enrolled in another class who desire more working time on a class project.

What You’ll Learn:

You will learn how to properly use the basic tools of a stained glass artist, and you will learn the FOUR basic steps of the stained glass making process: Glass Cutting, Glass Grinding, Foiling, and Soldering. You will demonstrate these four steps on a simple class practice piece design first, and then demonstrate them on your final project design.

What You’ll Leave With:

By the end of the course, you will have learned and experienced first-hand all the steps of how to make a piece of stained glass art, and you will leave with two completed pieces of stained glass artwork. ( A small practice piece design, and your final project design of your choosing.)

Deadline to register by: June 1st

Instructor:  Rachel Seligman

Supply List

All Supplies included.

***Please Note***

FOR YOUR SAFTEY, PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOE SHOES TO EACH CLASS!!!!

Students may have to purchase their own glass, if the studio doesn’t have the exact materials for the student’s specific and/or unique needs.

Pastels
Fridays, 12:30 pm
June 4 – July 31 | Ages 16-99+

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***No Classes The Week Of June 29th – July 5th***

Class:

Explore the world of color through pastels at a beginner and intermediate level. Use traditional pastels as you learn how to mix colors and layering processes. Create still life’s and landscapes using a photo reference of their choosing. Expand your skills through demonstrations and personal instruction.

What You’ll Learn:

In a group learning environment, you will be working on your own current self-pace artwork, and will have the opportunity for one-on-one guidance, feedback on your artwork, drawing techniques, and inspiration from the instructor.

What You’ll Leave With:

By the end of each class meeting you will have more confidence in the progression of your current artwork.

Deadline to register by: June 2nd

Instructor: Ken Buck

Supply List

Please bring your own reference photo to class each week.

Required:

  • Pastel-toned paper with colors (pad or individual sheets)
  • Pastel boards or sanded pastel paper (your choice of drawing surface)
  • Pastels: Sennelier, Nu Pastels, Rembrandt or Great American
  • For paper sheets you will need masking tape or bull clamps, and a drawing board that is larger than your paper.
  • Kneaded eraser
  • Stiff bristle brush
  • Soft vine charcoal

Optional:

  • Pastel pencils
  • Cookie tray
  • Dish towel or rags
  • Wet wipes

Beginner Stained Glass & Open Studio
Fridays, 9:00 am
June 5 – June 26
Ages 16-99+

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[***This class is construction based. Hand strength & dexterity are required.***]

[***PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOE SHOES TO CLASS.***]

Class:

Explore the wonderous world of stained glass making! Come and discover the basic steps and the tools used in the Stained Glass making process, and in a step-by-step instruction, small group learning environment, you will create a stained design.

This class is set up to accommodate BOTH groups of a Beginner Class / Refresher Class for students new to the medium, as well as to accommodate Open Studio / ‘Maker Space’ students from a previous Baker Hunt stained glass classes that just needs a space to work in stained glass, or for current stained glass students enrolled in another class who desire more working time on a class project.

What You’ll Learn:

You will learn how to properly use the basic tools of a stained glass artist, and you will learn the FOUR basic steps of the stained glass making process: Glass Cutting, Glass Grinding, Foiling, and Soldering. You will demonstrate these four steps on a simple class practice piece design first, and then demonstrate them on your final project design.

What You’ll Leave With:

By the end of the course, you will have learned and experienced first-hand all the steps of how to make a piece of stained glass art, and you will leave with two completed pieces of stained glass artwork. ( A small practice piece design, and your final project design of your choosing.)

Deadline to register by: June 1st

Instructor:  Rachel Seligman

Supply List

All Supplies included.

***Please Note***

FOR YOUR SAFTEY, PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOE SHOES TO EACH CLASS!!!!

Students may have to purchase their own glass, if the studio doesn’t have the exact materials for the student’s specific and/or unique needs.