Try Your Hand At Painting & Drawing Workshop: Session B
This workshop is geared towards the absolute adult beginner to come learn the basics of
painting and drawing in a supportive, judgement-free session. Spend the morning in the
GAC studios and learn about basic techniques, materials and approaches to working
creatively in two dimensions. Come discover your creative potential.
Terrifying Paper Toys: Halloween Workshop
Students will draw, color, cut, and construct 3-D Halloween-themed paper characters using blank or pre-colored paper toy templates. The teacher will provide markers, colored pencils, crayons, and paint to color and embellish the toys, as well as glue, tape, brushes, bone folders, scissors, hobby knives, rulers, and cutting mats to assemble them. All skill levels are welcome—very simple to more complex templates will be available. The teacher will also provide a list of recommended books and websites with templates and inspirational paper toys for further exploration.
Potholder Weaving: Tabby Weaving on a Peg Loom
Using 100% cotton loop materials from a New England family-owned mill and a sturdy metal peg loom, create a coordinating pair of potholders with your choice of color ways in a classic tabby weave, featuring herringbone and gingham patterns. You’ll finish at least one potholder in class and be able to complete the other at home. You’ll also learn how to read a weaving chart and some time saving tips.
Potholder Weaving: Mastering the Basketweave
Building on the basic tabby weave, explore the design possibilities of longer “floats” which result in double-sided patterns reminiscent of traditional quilting motifs. You’ll complete both coordinating potholders in class.
Material Magic: Multi-Media Collage for Teens
Collage is an exciting way to create meaning and explore senses. In Material Magic students will discover how everyday objects and simple materials can become dynamic works of art. Each week pairs a hands-on demo with guided studio time and friendly mini-critiques that build confidence and visual vocabulary. We’ll look at inspiring collage artists throughout history every week, and experiment with techniques. No prior art experience needed. Just curiosity and a willingness to play.
Making Puppets and Plays
Make a puppet using needle felting and other mediums. Sculpt the head with unique features
whether animal, creature or humanoid. Make hands, hooves or paws. Your puppet can be
manipulated by rods, wires or strings. Your creation will be about 22” and can be performed on
a table or floor. Compose a script and create a set. Work as a group, partner or solo to end
with a short performance. Have fun and make some magic!
Leather Halloween Masks Workshop
Every goblin and ghoul loves a good mask and what better time to make one than right around Halloween! In this class students will make a leather half mask that they have tooled, wet formed and dyed themselves. Each mask will be completely custom made and as unique as the individual making it. This course will focus on teaching tooling skills, the wet forming process, discussions about choosing the right leather materials, finishing skills and basic pattern concepts. Join us to make something truly spooktacular that will last you for decades of Halloweens (and masquerade parties) to come!
Lamp Worked Glass Beads Workshop
Students will learn to use a torch to melt glass rods, creating personalized colorful glass beads. Many glass decorating techniques will be demonstrated, including enamels, metal foils, flowers and more.
Halloween Zines Workshop
Write, draw, and color your favorite (or original) spooky story in a simple zine format you’ll construct yourself. Later, you can photocopy multiples to give to friends and family. We’ll discuss classic and unusual story arcs, page layout, and how to pace your story using a storyboard. You can use provided markers, colored pencils, crayons, paints, stamps, and colored paper to illustrate your stories, as well as use glue, tape, scissors, and craft knives to assemble them. All skill levels are welcome! The teacher will provide a list of recommended books and websites with paper zine and mini book projects for further exploration.
Drop Spindle Wool Spinning Workshop: Session B
Learn the ancient art of spinning wool by hand using a drop spindle! In this beginner-friendly class, you'll discover how to transform raw wool into beautiful yarn. We'll cover fiber preparation, spinning techniques, and how to ply your yarn. Materials provided.
