Create your own sculptural wire bonsai tree in this engaging, hands-on workshop. Using a bundle of wire, participants will shape and form one of four styles: natural, weeping willow, windswept, or forest!

Choose your preferred finish and granite base, and leave with a completed piece ready to display. This process-focused workshop is approachable for all experience levels and offers a rewarding introduction to form, movement, and design through wire.

All materials and equipment are included in the price!

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If you are looking to learn or refresh basic skills in watercolors and gouache, this is the class for you! We will complete two cheat sheets to practice skills in each medium, and then learn how to use the materials to paint a glowing summer campfire scene.

Materials: Students should bring a basic set of watercolors (primary colors plus black, at least) and gouache. For economy, bring just watercolors plus a tube of white gouache. Note: bring gouache, not "acrylic gouache." Also please have a mixing palette, basic watercolor brushes, cold press watercolor paper, and any dry mixed media you'd like to use. Optional: a color wheel will be useful. My suggested supplies are listed here: Artist Resource List

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Discover the beauty and sparkle of Zentangle-inspired gemstone art in this relaxing and creative workshop. Using simple, mindful drawing techniques, students will learn how to create dazzling “zen gems” filled with shading, and dimension. Perfect for beginners and experienced tanglers alike, this class combines the meditative process of Zentangle with the elegance of faceted jewels. Leave class with a collection of shimmering gem-inspired artwork and a renewed sense of calm and creativity.

Please bring to workshop your basic Zentangle kit*, a Colorless Blender Pencil, white gel pen or white acrylic pen. Optional- set of colored pencils.  The teacher will provide colored pencils to share for the class.

* If you do not have a basic Zentangle kit, you can purchase one from the teacher for $13.00.

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Over four, two-hour classes you will build on the information learned in the Zentangle Basics class. Tangle Time expands your knowledge of “tangles” while exploring techniques that allow you to push your creativity to new heights. In each class you will expand your tangling techniques and add to your knowledge of tangles (patterns) Take your Zentangle journey ahead of basics to a level where you can create your own patterns in a fun and enjoyable way. Supplies: There will be a one-time supply fee of $12 payable to the instructor at time of first class if you do not have the basic Zentangle kit.

*It is recommended but not necessary that you take a basic Zentangle class first.

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Bring a touch of handmade charm to your home with a ceramic textured dish crafted by you! In this beginner-friendly workshop, participants will explore handbuilding techniques to create a functional and decorative dish featuring rich surface detail.

You’ll begin by shaping a slab of clay and experimenting with a variety of textures using stamps, tools, and natural materials to create a one-of-a-kind surface design. Then, using simple handbuilding methods, you’ll form and refine your dish, focusing on shape, form, and tactile surface quality.

All tools and materials are provided. Finished dishes will be fired and ready for pickup at a later date.

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Create a one-of-a-kind ceramic circle vase in this hands-on handbuilding workshop. Participants will be guided step-by-step through the process of designing, texturing, and assembling a unique vase form. Explore a variety of tools and materials to imprint patterns and textures into the clay before constructing your piece. Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike, this workshop offers a fun and creative introduction to ceramic surface design and handbuilding techniques. No prior experience required.

This class is held in a ADA accessable studio space

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Use photos of your favorite summer memories (or any other photo of your choice) as inspiration for your newest sketch or painting. Learn how to incorporate your emotions and interpretations of the photo into your sketch rather than simply copy the photo.

Materials: Students may choose what sketch materials to bring. I suggest water-soluble materials like watercolors, gouache, water-soluble crayons, and/or dry sketch materials like pastels, pencils, pens, and so on. My suggested supplies are listed here: Artist Resource List

Join Historic Yellow Springs for a guided visit to the Wharton Esherick Museum, home and studio of pioneering artist and designer Wharton Esherick. Often considered the father of the Studio Furniture movement, Esherick transformed wood into sculptural furniture, interiors, and architectural elements that blurred the line between art and everyday life.

Participants will experience the museum’s signature guided tour, exploring Esherick’s remarkable studio-home, grounds, and creative legacy. Along the way, you'll discover his deep connection to nature, innovative approach to design, and lasting influence on contemporary craft, furniture, and sculpture.

Participants will drive independently to the museum. Plan to meet at the visitors center 9:45. This unique field trip offers inspiration for artists, makers, designers, and anyone interested in the intersection of art, craft, and daily life.