Weekend Beginning Silversmithing
Date: Saturday and Sunday, September 5 - 6, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $165/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheet and wire. We will begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. They will also learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All supplies and tools will be provided.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, September 5
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 20 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Hot Links: Flameworked Glass Chains
Date: Saturday, September 5, from 1 pm to 6 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Discover the process of creating wearable chains and linked forms using borosilicate glass in this one-day flameworking workshop. Through demonstrations and guided practice, participants will learn how to pull, shape, bend, and connect glass links to create flexible chain structures that balance durability with delicate visual rhythm.
Students will explore foundational flameworking techniques, including pulling stringers, forming consistent links, welding components together, and achieving clean cold seals. Along the way, the class will examine how repetition, movement, scale, and pattern can be used to develop unique wearable or sculptural designs.
Each participant will create a finished borosilicate glass chain in clear or colored glass that can function as a necklace or be incorporated into future sculptural work.
This workshop is appropriate for beginners as well as students looking to expand their flameworking practice through wearable and modular forms.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Sunday, September 6
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 20 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Beginning/Intermediate Silversmithing
Dates: Tuesdays, September 8 - 29, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fee: $165 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheets and wire. Begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. Learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All tools and supplies provided.
Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing - Jewelry Workshop
Date: Wednesdays, September 9 - 30 from 6:00-9:00 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
Returning students are welcome!
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
Fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail and you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Homeschool Art Day: Paper Sculptures
Date: Friday, September 11, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $25
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Explore the possibilities of paper! Students will transform simple sheets of paper into imaginative three-dimensional sculptures using folding, cutting, rolling, and shaping techniques. This hands-on class encourages creativity, problem-solving, and experimentation with form and structure.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Enameling on Copper
Date: Saturday & Sunday, September 12 - 13, from 10 am - 2:30 pm
Fee: $215/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Enameling is the art of fusing powdered glass to metal. This class will teach the three basic techniques of enameling. Students will learn to stencil and cloisonne on copper.
All materials provided.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, September 12
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 20 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Dian Cui–Inspired Jewelry: Hands-On Feather Art Workshop
Dates: Saturday, September 12, from 1 pm–4 pm
Fee: $115/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jenny Wang
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Explore Dian Cui–inspired jewelry, a modern take on a traditional Chinese feather art known for its bright color and delicate texture.
In this hands-on workshop, students will use ethically sourced, naturally shed feathers (non-kingfisher) along with simple materials to create their own jewelry piece. You’ll learn basic design, layering, and assembly techniques in a step-by-step, beginner-friendly process.
Project options may include a hairpin, hair clip, earrings, or brooch, with flexibility to choose your own colors and style a variety of copper bases and a selection of a variety of copper bases, dyed goose feathers in multiple colors, faux pearls, and all tools needed during the class.
Optional premium materials will also be available for purchase from the instructor during the workshop. Students may choose to upgrade to natural undyed peacock feathers for an additional $15 per student. Mother-of-pearl inlay accessories will be available for an additional $10 each. Natural freshwater pearls and assorted natural gemstones will also be available for $20 each.
No experience is needed. By the end of the class, each student will leave with a finished, wearable piece.
Make Your Own Fused Glass Serving Set
Dates: Saturday, September 12, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $155/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Learn the fundamentals of glass fusing while designing and creating your own serving set. In this one-day workshop, participants will create original compositions using colorful glass that is then kiln-fired and slumped into finished tableware.
Students can choose one of three project formats: a statement set (one large plate or bowl paired with two smaller matching pieces), a social set (two medium plates, dishes, or bowls), or a coaster set (six coasters). Designs will be created using a curated selection of colored sheet glass for added depth, pattern, and expression.
Throughout the class, participants will learn foundational kiln-forming techniques, including glass cutting, composition, color layering, and safe studio practices. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to experiment with color, form, and light.
After the workshop, all pieces will be kiln-fired and available for pickup as finished glassware ready for everyday use.
All supplies provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Sunday, September 13
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 20 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Pine Needle Basketry
Date: Saturday, August 29, from 1:00-4:00 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginning
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Marion Richards
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Discover the enchanting world of Pine Needle Basketry in our beginner-friendly art class! In this hands-on workshop, you'll embark on a creative journey as you learn the art of crafting small pine needle baskets from scratch.
Students will learn how to…
start a small basket using a base
coil the basket
how to use the pine needles
Students will create a small pine needle basket.
*All materials provided
Introduction to Classical Oil Painting
Date: Sundays, September 13 - October 18, from 2 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $250/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
In this beginner-friendly oil painting class, you’ll learn the key techniques and fundamentals needed to work confidently and safely with oils. Guided by a classically trained artist, you’ll build a strong foundation in material handling, color mixing, brushwork, and composition.
By the end of the course, you’ll understand how to use oils effectively and have the skills to create balanced, well-executed paintings.
Materials list to bring to class:
You’re welcome to order these supplies online, but if you have the time, it’s recommended to visit your local art store instead. This gives you a chance to explore the variety of materials available and compare items in person.. ArtSpot Edmonds and Artist & Craftsman Supply are great places. Blick is also a good alternative.
Oil Paint (one 4oz tube or smaller of each color):
*Be cautious not to get water soluble oil paint!
Ivory Black
Burnt Sienna
Titanium White
Raw Umber
Viridian Green
Ultramarine Blue
A container to wash paints in (any container that can double as a brush cleaning and solvent storage is good—a glass jar is ok too!)
A container for linseed oil (a glass jar is ok too!)
Paintbrushes (there are many options—you can always ask your local art store to help you put together a set that fits your budget, but you will want an assortment of sizes and styles of synthetic or mongoose brushes in filbert, flat, and round. This is an example of a starter set, but please feel free to shop around.
Roll of disposable plastic bags
If you have any questions regarding the materials list, please feel free to reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Introduction to Classical Academic Drawing
Date: Sundays, September 13 - October 18, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Fee: $225/ discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
In this class, you’ll strengthen your drawing skills by revisiting the core principles that all great artists rely on. Guided by an atelier-trained, classical artist, you’ll focus on careful, deliberate practice to improve your understanding of form, light, and space.
Drawing from traditional 17th-century techniques, you’ll work through exercises on proportion, gesture, value, and the use of light and shadow. The goal is not just to draw what you see, but to see more clearly—developing the eye and mindset of an artist.
This class is perfect for anyone who wants to reconnect with the fundamentals of drawing or refresh their existing skills.
Materials list to bring to class:
You’re welcome to order these supplies online, but if you have the time, it’s recommended to visit your local art store instead. This gives you a chance to explore the variety of materials available and compare items in person.. ArtSpot Edmonds and Artist & Craftsman Supply are great places. Blick is also a good alternative.
Pencil pouch for storing your drawing supplies
Strathmore 400 Drawing Paper (18x24)
Box Cutter Knife or Xacto Knife
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Perspective Drawing for Urban Sketching
Dates: Monday - Wednesday, September 14 -16, from 5 pm to 7 pm
Fee: $150/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All Levels
Sessions: 3
Instructor: JoElle Gragilla
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Linear perspective is the key to drawing with greater accuracy, depth, and a convincing sense of three-dimensional space. This class is ideal for anyone interested in urban sketching or for those who want to build confidence drawing buildings, vehicles, figures, and everyday street scenes.
We’ll begin by learning the fundamentals of linear perspective through clear, practical exercises. Once the basics are established, we’ll take those skills outside—weather permitting—to sketch from life in the surrounding urban environment. Working on location, students will observe and draw directly from the architecture, streets, and activity around them, gaining confidence applying perspective in real-world settings.
All levels are welcome. The course focuses on practical techniques that will help you better understand structure, space, and proportion in your drawings.
All supplies are included.
Acrylic Painting: Textured Seascape
Date: Saturday, September 19, from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Fee: $95/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Capture the beauty and movement of the ocean in this beginner-friendly textured acrylic painting workshop! Students will learn how to create a stunning coastal scene featuring rolling waves, a glowing sunset, and seabirds in flight while exploring techniques for building dimension with texture mediums. Along the way, you'll practice color blending, composition, layering, and creating realistic water textures and atmospheric effects.
No previous painting experience is required—all skill levels are welcome. By the end of the workshop, you'll leave with a unique textured seascape painting ready to display.
All supplies provided!
Exploration of Printmaking
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, September 19 - 20, from 10 am - 1 pm
Fee: $155 / discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Miles Labitzke
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Learn all about printmaking! Create your own body of work while exploring a variety of printmaking techniques, both traditional and new. You’ll have the chance to try processes like collagraph (printing from textured surfaces), intaglio (etching into metal plates), monotype (one-of-a-kind prints), and relief (printing from carved surfaces). Come with an idea of what you’d like to create, and we’ll help guide you through the steps to make it happen!
Please bring something to take notes with, such as a sketchpad or notebook.
Weekend Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing - Jewelry Workshop
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, September 19 - 20, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents additional techniques and, working side by side with other students, creates individual projects, thereby broadening the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific Time and select priority mail only; you will most likely receive your product within two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Make it Now: Pumpkin
Date: Saturday, September 19
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Intro to Gel Plate Printmaking
Date: Saturday, September 19, from 12:00-4:00 pm
Fee: $120/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
Learn how to create unique monoprints without a press using a gel printing plate. In this class, we'll use an 8" x 10" gel plate with acrylic paint, found textures, and DIY stencils and stamps. We'll work to create prints that can stand on their own, but gel-printed papers are also wonderful for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has minimal setup and is easy to do almost anywhere.
Students will learn:
Techniques for creating layered prints using a gel plate and acrylic paint.
How to use homemade stencils/masks and found objects to create interesting textures in your prints.
A basic understanding of how different paints and papers may impact your finished prints.
How to use, care for, and store a gel printing plate.
Students will create monoprints and a variety of printed papers using a gel plate. These prints may also be used for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Mosaic Garden Bricks
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, September 19 - 20, from 6 pm - 8 pm
Fee: $125/ discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
In this creative workshop, students will design and craft their own garden mosaic bricks by applying colorful glass tiles directly onto classic clay bricks. Participants will learn the basics of mosaic layout, cutting, adhesion, and grouting as they create unique, weather-resistant pieces perfect for decorating garden beds, pathways, or outdoor spaces. After the second class, each student will leave with a beautifully finished mosaic brick ready to display at home.
All materials are provided.
Impressionist Alla Prima Portrait Painting
Date: Saturdays, September 19 - October 3, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $270/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This beginner-friendly course guides students through the process of painting a beautiful portrait from a live model in a single session. Drawing inspiration from the time-tested techniques of the Old Masters, students will gain the knowledge and confidence to capture the likeness and character of any subject.
Through step-by-step instruction, you’ll learn how to create a solid block-in, establish accurate proportions, and define areas of light and shadow to build a lifelike sense of form. The class also covers brush selection and how different brushes serve each stage of the painting—from broad strokes to detailed refinements.
By the end of the session, students will complete a one-of-a-kind portrait that reflects both the individuality and spirit of the model, along with foundational skills they can apply to future portrait work.
Supply List:
Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White)
Panels 8x10 or 9x12 (at least 3 of one size)
Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)
Blue Shop Paper towels
Color Mixing 101
Date: Sunday, September 20, 10 am - 1 pm
Fee: $95/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mary Skomerza
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Gain confidence in color mixing in this focused one-day workshop exploring the essential elements of color: value, hue, and chroma. Using oil paint, students will learn how to mix colors accurately, adjust saturation, create warmer or cooler tones, and control light and dark values through a better understanding of the color wheel.
Participants will create a personalized color reference chart to use as a resource in future paintings. While instruction will be demonstrated in oil paint, the techniques are applicable to all painting mediums.
All supplies are included.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Sunday, September 20
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Collaged Artist Trading Cards
Dates: Sunday, September 20, 2 pm - 5 pm
Fee: $95/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Andrea Lewicki
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Artist Trading Cards are a snapshot of your style and a fun, low-pressure way to experiment and connect with other creators.
In this class, you’ll learn how to quickly generate a series of themed ATCs and explore a variety of collage techniques to give each one its own unique flair. Your instructor will share examples from their personal ATC collection for inspiration.
By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a collection of cards from fellow students, along with extras to continue trading on your own.
All materials are provided.
Creating with Procreate
Date: Saturday and Sunday, September 26 - 27, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $225/ discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All Levels
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Larine Chung
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Learn to create digital art in Procreate! This hands-on workshop covers essential tools, brushes, layers, and drawing techniques, while helping you develop your own style and visual storytelling skills.
Students will complete exercises in comic-style line art, character studies, or a full master copy, tailored to your interests.
Required Supply list:
iPad with Procreate downloaded,
iPad stylus
Printmaking on Fabric
Dates: Saturday, September 26, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $100/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Explore creative printmaking techniques on fabric to create one-of-a-kind textiles and wearable art in this hands-on workshop! Students will experiment with a variety of printing methods to produce unique patterns, textures, and layered designs on fabric while learning the fundamentals of composition, color, and surface design. Whether you're interested in customizing clothing, making decorative textiles, or exploring a new artistic process, this class offers plenty of room for creativity.
No previous printmaking experience is required. By the end of the course, you'll leave with several beautifully printed fabric pieces and the skills to continue creating your own custom textiles.
Students can bring a few fabric items, such as a tote bag, T-shirt, or other solid-colored fabric pieces. Any color is fine, as long as it’s a solid color.
The instructor will provide a few fabric pieces for practice first, and then students can work on their own items. All other supplies included.
Boho Chic Meditation Rings
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, September 26 - 27, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $265/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Tamara Kelly
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Create a beautiful and functional piece of jewelry in this relaxing two-day workshop focused on designing and fabricating your own boho meditation spinning ring. Also known as worry rings, spinning rings feature multiple movable bands that rotate freely around a base ring, offering both visual interest and a calming tactile element.
In this hands-on class, students will learn foundational metalsmithing techniques including measuring, forming, texturing, soldering, and finishing a ring. Participants will design a one-of-a-kind piece using wire, layered metal textures, and optional stones to reflect their own personal style and aesthetic.
Throughout the workshop, students will gain practical jewelry-making skills while exploring the creative possibilities of handcrafted wearable art. This class is suitable for beginners as well as experienced makers looking to expand their metalsmithing practice.
Base metals, including copper and bronze wire, are provided at no additional cost. Students who would like to work with sterling silver may purchase silver wire and sheet directly from the instructor during class. Sterling silver is available à la carte, so you pay only for the specific amount of material you use. Silver purchases can be paid for by cash, Venmo, or check.
Students are also welcome to bring their own silver scrap to transform into sheet or wire. The instructor will demonstrate how to create an ingot from recycled silver, which can then be processed into usable material for your project.
By the end of the workshop, each participant will leave with a finished handcrafted meditation spinning ring and the knowledge needed to continue creating jewelry at home.
What to Bring
Apron
Sketchpad or notebook for design ideas
Pencils or a fine-tip Sharpie
Hair tie (for long hair)
Optional Materials:
• Stones you would like to incorporate into your design
• Any metal you would like to work with
• Inspiration photos or design ideas
*Additional materials will be available during the workshop.
All tools provided.
*If you have any questions about materials, please contact the Class Coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, September 26
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Intro to Lampwork Glass - Tiny Glass Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, September 26 from 1:00-4:00 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Learn the art of creating small glass pumpkins by heating glass rods with a bench-mounted torch and transferring the molten glass onto the end of a stainless steel mandrel. Master the skill of controlling the glass and forming it into a sphere, which you will then shape into a pumpkin while it is still molten. This workshop provides a great introduction to the basics of manipulating hot glass on a small scale.
Students will gain confidence in lighting a lampworking torch, melting "soft glass" rods in the flame, transferring glass onto a mandrel, making a round glass shape, and shaping glass with a blade. Each student will create a few to several tiny glass pumpkins, depending on their individual pace.
All supplies are provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Sunday, September 27
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Kids' Drawing
Dates: Sundays, September 27 - October 18, from 1:30 am - 3:30 pm
Fee: $175/discount with member code
Ages: 10-16
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Drawing is both fun and easy to learn! In this engaging class, we’ll explore a variety of subjects, including landscapes, animals, flowers, and still life. You'll have the opportunity to work with different drawing media while learning key techniques such as contrast, highlights and shadows, composition, and more. Each subject will be taught step by step, making it simple to follow along and create beautiful, finished artwork with confidence!
All supplies provided.
Drawing
Date: Sundays, September 27 - October 18, from 4:15 pm - 6:45 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Discover how enjoyable and accessible drawing can be! In this class, we’ll explore a variety of subjects—including landscapes, animals, flowers, and still life—using different drawing media. You'll develop essential skills such as working with contrast, highlights and shadows, and creating strong compositions. Each subject will be taught step by step, making it easy to follow along and build confidence as you complete beautiful, finished pieces.
All supplies included.
Glassblowing 1 - MONDAYS
Date: Mondays, September 28 - November 16, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fee: $775/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginning
Sessions: 8
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Hot Shop
This eight-week class will cover the basics of working with molten glass. From blowing, blocking, and shaping, to using specialized hand tools, this class will give you a good base on which to build the skills necessary to create functional and artistic objects. Demonstrations of basic techniques will be plenty, as will time to practice in teams of two. Eight weekly sessions, no prerequisite.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes.
Special Projects: Directed Studio Glass Practice
Date: Wednesdays, September 30 - November 18, from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Fee: $775 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 8
Instructor: Eric Pedersen
Location: Schack Art Center, Hot Shop
Special Projects is a supervised, self-directed glass course for advanced students focused on developing a single project or technique in the hot shop. Working alongside peers, students will design, plan, and refine their ideas through sketching, note-taking, and iterative practice in clear glass, with limited demonstrations and targeted instructor feedback to support individual goals. Emphasis is placed on turning concepts into finished glass objects while building confidence, efficiency, and independence in studio practice.
This class is intended as a stepping stone toward independent rental time in the hot shop. Prerequisite: minimum of three Glass 2 courses completed or equivalent experience with instructor permission; students must be proficient with Schack glass tools and equipment or receive instructor approval.
Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes.
Evening Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Thursday, October 1
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing and work with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own blown glass pumpkin in 30 minutes or less!
All supplies provided. Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup 48 hours later.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Sculpting and 3D Painting on Canvas
Dates: Fridays, October 2-30 from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $245/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Explore the exciting possibilities of combining sculpture and painting in this hands-on mixed-media workshop! Students will create a vibrant relief sculpture of a favorite fruit—such as a pomegranate, lemon, orange, or other botanical subject—on a 16" × 20" canvas. Using lightweight construction foam to build the form and flexible modeling paste to create realistic texture and dimension, participants will transform a flat canvas into a striking three-dimensional work of art.
Through step-by-step instruction, students will learn how to construct and refine a raised relief sculpture, sculpt organic forms and branches, and integrate these elements into a cohesive composition. The workshop concludes with acrylic painting techniques that bring the sculpture to life through color, shading, and background design, along with painted leaves and other finishing details.
By the end of class, each student will leave with a completed sculpted and painted mixed-media canvas that beautifully blends the depth of sculpture with the expressive qualities of acrylic painting.
Materials provided by the instructor:
One 16" × 20" canvas
Construction foam
Flexible modeling paste
Sponge
Glue
Students should bring:
An X-Acto knife (https://a.co/d/9APGBn)
An apron
Mod Podge (https://a.co/d/1wJJUVt)
A palette knife (https://a.co/d/anlaUxh)
Glassblowing 2 - FRIDAYS
Date: Fridays, October 2 - November 20, from 6:00-10:00 pm
Fee: $775 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 8
Instructor: Alex Cain
Location: Schack Art Center, Hot Shop
If you already know the basics of blowing glass but aren't quite ready to work on your own, this class is for you. The use of handles, bits, and wraps will be covered, as will color application. Prerequisite - Glass I.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes.
Woodcarving: Fantasy Animals
Dates: Fridays. October 2, 9, and 16 from 6 pm - 9 pm
Fee: $160 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Would you like to see how you would carve a 3-dimensional figure or object? Saman is just the person to show you how to go about it, from the different tools to use to what woods to choose for your project. In this class, a 3-dimensional whimsical animal will be carved. During the class, Saman will discuss and demonstrate sharpening and honing techniques to keep your tool edges razor-sharp.
Students will need to bring to class:
All other supplies will be provided.
Learn Live Gesture Drawing
Date: Friday, October 2 - 9, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $185/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor:Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
In this beginner-friendly course, students will learn the essential techniques that professional illustrators and comic artists use to bring figures to life—working directly from a live model each session. Drawing from life allows students to observe real movement, proportion, and gesture in real time, strengthening both accuracy and expression.
We’ll explore what makes a pose dynamic—and why—starting with the core foundations of gesture, proportion, anatomy, and the line of action. Through demonstrations and one-on-one guidance, students will learn how to build a strong, expressive structure in their drawings using rhythm lines, the Reilly Method, and other fundamental tools for creating movement and energy.
By the end of the class, students will complete a dynamic figure drawing and leave with the skills and confidence to infuse future work with liveliness, clarity, and expression.
Supply List:
Razor/box cutter/exacto knife
Sand Paper
Pencil box for storage
If you have any questions about the supply list, please reach out to the Art Class Coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Weekend Beginning Silversmithing
Date: Saturday and Sunday, October 3 - 4, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $170/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheet and wire. We will begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. They will also learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All supplies and tools will be provided.
Mixed Media: Texture, Stencil, and Layering
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, October 3-4 from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
In this hands-on workshop, students will explore the exciting world of mixed-media painting while creating a richly layered, one-of-a-kind artwork. Through step-by-step instruction, you'll learn how to build dimensional surfaces with modeling paste, seamlessly incorporate printed images using decoupage techniques, and bring your composition together with expressive acrylic painting. Along the way, you'll discover how texture, imagery, and color can work together to create depth, interest, and a unique visual story.
All supplies are included.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, October 3
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Flameworked Apothecary Bottles & Mini Vases
Date: Saturday, October 3, from 1 pm to 6 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
In this one-day flameworking class, participants will create small glass vases and apothecary-style bottles using borosilicate glass. Using colored glass blanks, students will explore simple techniques for adding color with glass rods and shaping the material in the flame to produce elegant, functional forms.
The class focuses on creating vessels ideal for perfumes, facial oils, eye serums, or even culinary uses like olive oil. Participants will also learn to make simple, solid glass stoppers to pair with their bottles. Step-by-step demonstrations and hands-on guidance will help students develop skills in controlling heat, maintaining symmetry, and forming clean openings and bases.
This workshop offers a fun, approachable introduction to flame-worked glass, perfect for beginners while also providing techniques that can enhance the skills of those with prior torch experience.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Image credit: Emily Kuchenbecker
Introduction to Hand Brooms
Date: Saturday, October 3, from 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
Fee: $125/ discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: Beginning
Sessions: 1
Instructor:Sarah Benson
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Discover the art of traditional broom making in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop! Students will learn how to weave two functional hand brooms—a turkey wing broom and a hawk's tail broom—while exploring the tools, materials, and techniques used to create these beautiful handcrafted pieces.
Along the way, you'll gain an understanding of broom construction and weaving methods while creating durable brooms that are as practical as they are decorative. No previous experience is required.
By the end of the class, you'll leave with two completed hand brooms and the foundational skills to continue exploring the craft.
Please note that broom making is a physical activity that requires the use of both hands and feet, and moderate hand strength is recommended.
*All materials provided
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Sunday, October 4
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Freeze 'N Fuse: Easy Glass Casting
Dates: Sunday, October 4, from 1 pm to 4 pm
Fee: $155/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Explore the expressive possibilities of glass in this hands-on workshop focused on the freeze-and-fuse technique. Participants will create small fused glass sculptures using colored glass powders and silicone molds inspired by natural forms such as flowers, shells, crystals, and succulents.
Working directly with vibrant glass powders, students will learn how to fill, layer, and shape materials by hand, building simple yet striking compositions of color, pattern, and texture inside each mold. Through this process, each piece takes form before being frozen, de-molded, and kiln-fired, allowing the powdered glass to transform into solid, dimensional glass.
Throughout the class, students will gain an understanding of how to properly work with glass powders and slurry, including techniques for creating visual depth and controlling composition within mold-based forms. A kiln schedule will be shared so participants can follow the full transformation process from raw material to finished object.
No prior experience is necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to experiment with color and form. Finished pieces will be available for pickup after firing.
All supplies provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
Lampwork Glass Beadmaking
Dates: Saturday, October 10, from 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
If you’re fascinated by baubles, bangles, and beads, this is the class for you! Make a wide variety of beads as you learn the basic skills of heating Moretti (soft) glass, applying it to a mandrel, and shaping it with tools.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Metalsmithing Mastery: Cabochon & Band Edition
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, October 10 - 11, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $265/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Tamara Kelly
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Explore the beauty of handcrafted jewelry in this two-day metalsmithing workshop. Students will learn traditional techniques for creating hammered textures, organic forms, and refined details while transforming raw metal into a unique piece of wearable art.
Through hands-on instruction, you'll gain experience with forming, texturing, and setting cabochons while developing confidence at the bench and a deeper appreciation for craftsmanship and the handmade process. All skill levels are welcome. Whether you're new to metalsmithing or looking to expand your skills, you'll leave with a finished jewelry piece and new techniques to incorporate into your creative practice.
Base metals, including copper and bronze wire, are provided at no additional cost. Students who would like to work with sterling silver may purchase silver wire and sheet directly from the instructor during class. Sterling silver is available à la carte, so you pay only for the specific amount of material you use. Silver purchases can be paid for by cash, Venmo, or check.
Students are also welcome to bring their own silver scrap to transform into sheet or wire. The instructor will demonstrate how to create an ingot from recycled silver, which can then be processed into usable material for your project.
Student Materials List
Required
Apron
Notebook
Pen or pencil
Optional
Stones you would like to incorporate into your design (additional stones will be available for purchase)
Any metal you would like to work with (additional metal will be available for purchase)
Inspiration photos, sketches, or design ideas
All tools will be provided.
Linocut: the Basics and Beyond
Dates: Saturday, October 10 from 11 am to 4 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Leslie Moon
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Whether you’re new to printmaking or looking to refresh and expand your skills, this 5-hour workshop is a great opportunity to explore the art of linocut. Students will learn the fundamentals of designing an image, transferring it to a block, using safe carving techniques, inking, and printing. After learning the basics, participants will explore additional inking techniques using a single block to create unique prints.
This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as students with previous linocut experience who want to build their skills and experiment with new techniques.
Previous students are welcome!
All supplies included.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, October 10
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Impressionist Pet Portraits
Date: Saturdays, October 10 - 24, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $195/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Turn a favorite photo of your pet into a vibrant, expressive painting in this beginner-friendly impressionist painting workshop. Students will learn how to translate photographic reference images into colorful, painterly pet portraits while exploring the loose brushwork and lively color relationships characteristic of Impressionist art.
Throughout the class, participants will learn how to choose and work from strong reference photos, sketch basic proportions, mix expressive color palettes, and apply paint with confidence and movement. Instruction will focus on capturing personality, light, and atmosphere rather than strict realism.
Students will leave with a finished painted portrait of their pet and a stronger understanding of color, paint application, and impressionist painting techniques.
Supply List:
Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White, Viridian Green, and Dioxide Purple) A set like this will work.
Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)
Blue Shop Paper towels
Intermediate Gel Printing Techniques
Date: Sunday, October 11, from 12 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $125/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
Take your gel printing skills to the next level in this intermediate workshop focused on creating rich, layered mixed-media prints. Explore image transfer techniques using magazines, laser copies, graphite, and oil pastels, while also drawing directly on the gel plate with acrylic markers. Students will learn how to combine multiple techniques into a single, dynamic gel print.
This class is designed for students who have completed a beginning gel printing workshop or have prior experience working with a gel plate. Participants will leave with a collection of unique mixed-media gel prints, along with the knowledge and confidence to continue experimenting with image transfer and drawing media techniques at home.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Exploring Borosilicate Glass Series
Date: Sundays, October 11 - 25, from 2 pm - 6 pm
Fee: $290 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
This course is designed for beginners and intermediate glass enthusiasts who wish to explore the intricate art of borosilicate flameworking. Throughout the four-week duration, students will delve into the fundamental techniques, safety protocols, and artistic expressions of working with borosilicate glass.
Week one, we will focus on safety, tools, and colors, and students will get the opportunity to make small solid pieces. Week two will focus on building with pieces and welding techniques. Week three will focus on hollow work, how to weld hollow glass, and finishing off projects from the previous weeks.
All supplies are provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Beginning/Intermediate Silversmithing
Dates: Tuesdays, October 13 - November 3, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fee: $170 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheets and wire. Begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. Learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All tools and supplies provided.
Introduction to Stained Glass
Dates: Wednesdays, October 14, 21, & 28, from 5:30 pm- 9 pm
Fee: $245/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Jackie Lefrancois and Pam Sorenson
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Discover the art of copper foil stained glass in this beginner-friendly class! Students will learn the fundamentals of creating a beautiful stained glass panel from start to finish, including how to score and break glass, grind and fit pieces, apply copper foil, solder, and frame a finished project.
By the end of the class, each student will complete a ready-to-display stained glass artwork approximately 10" × 10" and leave with the confidence and foundational skills to continue exploring stained glass on their own.
All supplies provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing - Jewelry Workshop
Date: Wednesdays, October 14 - November 4, from 6:00-9:00 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
Returning students are welcome!
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
Fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail and you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Introduction to Lapidary
Dates: Wednesdays, October 14, 21 & 28, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $200/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Leslie Dickinson
Location: Schack Art Center, Lapidary Studio
Discover the art of lapidary—the process of cutting, shaping, and polishing stones into beautiful cabochons for use in jewelry. In this hands-on class, students will work with agate and jasper slabs to create several unique cabochons of varying sizes and shapes.
Students will learn how to evaluate a stone slab to determine the best placement for a design, safely use a trim saw to cut rough shapes, create and use a dopping stick for handling stones during the polishing process, and grind and polish their pieces to a professional finish. By the end of the class, each student will leave with several finished cabochons ready to be set into jewelry or added to a collection.
No prior lapidary experience is required. All stones and materials are provided.
Screen Printing Workshop
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, October 17 - 18, from 10 am to 1 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Miles Labitzke
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Come print with us! Join our two-day workshop and explore various screen printing techniques. You'll learn how to create multicolored prints on paper or fabric using stencils and screen burning. Bring your own image, and we’ll guide you through the process to bring it to life!
Please bring something to take notes with such as a sketchpad or notebook and ideas for imagery.
Intro to Lampwork Glass - Tiny Glass Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, October 17, from 1:00-4:00 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Learn the art of creating small glass pumpkins by heating glass rods with a bench-mounted torch and transferring the molten glass onto the end of a stainless steel mandrel. Master the skill of controlling the glass and forming it into a sphere, which you will then shape into a pumpkin while it is still molten. This workshop provides a great introduction to the basics of manipulating hot glass on a small scale.
Students will gain confidence in lighting a lampworking torch, melting "soft glass" rods in the flame, transferring glass onto a mandrel, making a round glass shape, and shaping glass with a blade. Each student will create a few to several tiny glass pumpkins, depending on their individual pace.
All supplies are provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Song Brocade Jewelry & Accessories Workshop
Dates: Saturday, October 17, from 2 pm–4 pm
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jenny Wang
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Discover the beauty of traditional Chinese Song Brocade in this hands-on accessory-making workshop. Known for its rich colors, elegant patterns, and cultural symbolism, Song Brocade has been treasured for centuries as one of China's most celebrated textile arts.
Using pre-made brocade fabrics featuring traditional Chinese motifs and a variety of copper bases in different styles, students will design and create unique wearable accessories such as hair clips, earrings, brooches, bracelets, and other decorative pieces. Along the way, you'll learn about the cultural significance of brocade patterns while exploring techniques for pattern selection, color matching, fabric cutting, assembly, and finishing.
Optional premium upgrades will also be available for purchase from the instructor during the workshop. Students may choose to upgrade to higher-quality Song brocade, which includes richer fabrics and more intricate patterns, for an additional $10 per student. Sterling silver bases will be available for an additional $15 per student, and mother-of-pearl inlay accents can be added for an additional $10 per student. All other supplies will be provided.
Perfect for beginners, this workshop combines cultural appreciation with creative design and practical crafting skills. Students will leave with one or more handcrafted accessories inspired by the timeless beauty of Song Brocade.
Intuitive Collage
Dates: Sunday, October 18, from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $95/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Andrea Lewicki
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Invite your intuition to play in this fun and insightful collage workshop. We will start with a visual tour of inspiring collage styles from artists around the world; then you’ll learn how associations with common shapes can influence the way a collage is perceived by the viewer. Using this guidance, you’ll create a next-level vision board—complete with your own “secret decoder ring” to support your current chapter of life and awaken your creative senses.
All supplies are provided, including a printed booklet, and each participant will leave with at least one finished collage.
The Pacific Northwest in Watercolor
Date:Tuesdays, October 20th - November 10th, from 10 am-12 pm
Fee: $195 / discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Kristin Frost
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Explore the beauty of the Pacific Northwest through watercolor in this relaxed, nature-inspired class. Each session will focus on a different subject—from leaves and flowers to birds and other local flora and fauna—using a combination of photographs and, when possible, specimens from life.
Through step-by-step demonstrations and guided practice, students will learn color mixing, layering, value, texture, and the use of soft and hard edges to create depth and expressive detail. Students will complete a small watercolor painting each week, along with smaller studies to build their skills. All levels of experience are welcome!
All supplies will be provided.
Homeschool Art Day: Air Dry Clay Creatures
Date: Friday, October 23, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $25
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Bring your imagination to life with air-dry clay! Students will learn basic sculpting techniques to create their own imaginative creatures, exploring shape, texture, and form while developing their three-dimensional thinking and creative storytelling skills.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
FALL EDUCATOR WORSHOP - The Geometry of Creativity: Exploring the Intersection of Art and Math
October 23rd, 5-8pm and October 24th 8am-12pm
Registration: $80/person
The Geometry of Creativity: Exploring the Intersection of Art and Math
The Fall Educator Workshop is packed with creativity, exploration, and geometry, as it aims to enhance the understanding and appreciation of both math and art. Math draws upon Art just as artists draw upon mathematics; and when they come together, students will be inspired to see math as a beautiful and creative subject. This two-day workshop will embody making, thinking, and imagining. We’ll build our skills and explore mathematical ideas through hands-on projects such as creating Islamic geometric patterns, glass mosaics, and 3D exploration, along with an opportunity to tour ‘Celebrate! An 18-Year Legacy of Kiln formed Glass.’ Projects are designed for K-12, and materials will be selected with consideration for school budgets.
OSPI STEM clock hours can be earned.
Paper Quilling: The Art of Rolled Paper
Date: Saturday, October 24, from 10 am -1 pm
Fee: $135/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Nikki Furlong
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Celebrate the season by creating elegant paper-quilled snowflakes! Discover the timeless art of paper quilling, a traditional craft dating back to the Renaissance. In this festive workshop, you'll learn the foundational techniques of rolling, shaping, bending, and arranging paper strips to create intricate snowflake designs that are perfect for holiday decorating or gifting.
No experience is necessary, and all materials and supplies are included. You'll leave with your own handcrafted quilled snowflakes, along with the skills and inspiration to continue exploring this beautiful and often overlooked art form.
All supplies included.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, October 24
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Jewelry Making on the Torch
Date: Saturday, October 24, from 12 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Explore flameworked glass as a process for creating wearable forms in this one-day workshop focused on pendants, earrings, and brooches. Using a glass torch and basic tools, students will shape molten glass into jewelry components, learning how the material responds as it softens, moves, and transforms.
Through demonstrations and guided practice, participants will build a small collection of finished pieces while developing foundational flameworking skills and exploring color, form, and visual depth.
No experience is necessary—this workshop is open to beginners as well as those looking to build on or expand their flameworking practice.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Intro to Encaustic Painting
Dates: Saturday, October 24, from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $200/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Curious about painting with hot wax?
In this hands-on beginner’s course, you’ll be introduced to the fascinating world of encaustic painting—a luminous, layered art form that combines melted beeswax, pigment, and heat to create richly textured, beautiful works.
You'll begin by learning how to safely set up a basic encaustic workspace at home and get comfortable with the tools and materials involved, including types of wax, pigments, fusing tools, brushes, and essential safety gear. Through step-by-step demonstrations and guided practice, you’ll explore:
Fusing techniques and how to avoid over- or under-fusing
Layering and surface manipulation to create depth and texture
Mark-making, incising, and scraping for expressive detail
Finishing and presentation tips to protect and showcase your work
By the end of the course, you’ll have a solid foundation in encaustic techniques—along with one or more ready-to-hang pieces you’ll be proud to take home.
All materials are provided. Just bring your creativity and curiosity! And dress for mess.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Sunday, October 25
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Luminous Layers: Exploring Transparency & Composition with Encaustic & Collage
Dates: Sunday, October 25, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $215/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Unlock the magic of wax and paper in this hands-on encaustic collage workshop. Discover how to harness transparency, depth, and composition to create layered, dynamic works of art.
Through playful experimentation with encaustic medium, you’ll push beyond traditional collage techniques—melting, embedding, and revealing unexpected textures. Perfect for artists looking to elevate their design skills while having fun with a mix of vintage papers, photographs, and textured elements. Whether you're new to encaustic or a seasoned pro, this class will ignite fresh ideas and inspire you to work more intuitively. Join us and let wax and paper transform your creative process!
All supplies provided.
Dress for mess!
Foundations of Drawing
Date: Sundays, October 25 - November 15, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $225/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Learn how to create realistic works of art using time-tested methods that have guided professional artists for centuries. This course introduces students to classical drawing practices that emphasize proportion, structure, and accuracy — building a strong foundation that can be applied to any subject matter.
Through step-by-step instruction, students will learn how to establish a solid block-in with correct proportions and how to develop form and value to create the illusion of three-dimensionality on a flat page. Along the way, we’ll discuss the historical roots of classical techniques and why they remain essential for artists seeking both precision and expressive range.
The class also covers recommended drawing materials, their uses, and tips for caring for your tools to ensure lasting results. All levels are welcome — no prior experience required.
Supply List:
Razor Blade/Exacto Knife/Box cutter
Sand Paper
If you have any questions about the supply list, please reach out to the Art Class Coordinator at rchernow@schack..org
Evening Make It Now: Spooky Ghosts
Date: Thursday, October 29
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing and work with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own blown glass ghost in 30 minutes or less!
All supplies provided. Reservations are required. Your ghost will be ready for pickup 48 hours later.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Intro to Glass Mosaics
Dates: Fridays, October 30 – November 20, from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Welcome to the vibrant world of mosaics! In this hands-on introductory workshop, you'll learn the essential techniques needed to create beautiful mosaic art.
Students will be introduced to the basics of cutting and nipping glass, working with various adhesives and substrates, choosing and placing tesserae, and applying different grouting methods. You'll also explore three distinct mosaic techniques: glass on wood, glass on glass, and the indirect method.
Projects include a glass-on-wood mosaic, a glass sun catcher, and an indirect cast mosaic.
All materials are provided, but you're welcome to bring personal items or special pieces to incorporate into your designs.
Skulls + Spirits: Halloween Sip & Paint
Date: Friday, October 30, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $100
Ages: 21+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Unwind, sip, and get creative in this festive, beginner-friendly Halloween Sip & Paint experience! Under the guidance of a classically trained artist, you'll create your own spooky skull painting while exploring color, composition, and painting techniques—no experience required.
Enjoy a glass of wine (or your favorite beverage) as you paint in a fun, supportive atmosphere designed to spark creativity and celebrate the season. Whether you're an experienced artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this class is all about relaxing, learning something new, and leaving with a hauntingly beautiful painting you'll be proud to display all year long.
Please dress for mess!
Weekend Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing Workshop
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, October 31 - November 1, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents additional techniques and, working side by side with other students, creates individual projects, thereby broadening the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific Time and select priority mail only; you will most likely receive your product within two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, October 31
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Sunday, November 1
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Lapidary Open Studio
Dates: Sunday, November 1, from 1 pm to 4 pm
Fee: $90/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Leslie Dickinson
Location: Schack Art Center, Lapidary Studio
Continue developing your lapidary skills in this open studio class designed for experienced students. Bring your own rock slabs and enjoy dedicated studio time to create cabochons while receiving optional guidance and feedback from the instructor and fellow students.
You'll refine your cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing techniques, learn the subtle details that elevate a good cabochon into a great one, and work at your own pace on projects of your choosing.
This class is intended for students who have completed Beginning and Intermediate Lapidary or have received permission from the instructor. By the end of the course, you'll complete as many finished cabochons as time allows using the materials you bring to class.
Please bring your own slabs (preferably 1/4 inch thick), safety glasses, earplugs, a mask (optional), and an old towel.
Drawing People and Portraits
Date: Sundays, November 1 – 29, from 1:30 pm –3:30 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Have you ever wanted to draw people? In this engaging class, you'll learn the fundamentals of drawing portraits, caricatures, and figures in a variety of dynamic poses and everyday activities while building confidence in capturing expression, proportion, and movement.
All supplies included.
Travel and Nature Sketching with Pencil, Pen and Watercolors
Date: Sundays, November 1 – 29, from 4:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Fee: $210/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Living in the Beautiful Pacific Northwest, one can be inspired by our amazing environment on a daily basis! In this class, you'll learn all about how to draw and paint nature, scenery, and the environment with Pencil, Pen, and Watercolor, in this exciting new class!
All supplies provided.
Watercolor Painting
Date: Wednesdays, November 4 – December 9 (SKIP NOV. 25), from 2:30 pm - 4:45 pm
Fee: $210 / member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Enjoy the fascinating, vibrant world of watercolor in this exciting class! We will paint a variety of subjects- landscapes, animals, portraits, and still lives, and explore color, value, shadow, perspective, materials, and brush handling in this fun and informative class for everyone! The subjects will be taught in a step-by-step fashion. You will be able to follow along with the steps to the paintings as they are being done in front of the class.
All supplies provided.
Acrylic Painting
Date: Wednesdays, November 4 – December 9 (SKIP NOV. 25), from 6:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Fee: $210/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Acrylics are one of the most versatile and dynamic painting mediums available. With their vibrant colors, fast drying time, and limitless techniques, acrylics offer endless opportunities for creative expression. Whether you're just beginning or have years of experience, this class offers something for everyone.
We’ll cover essential fundamentals such as composition, light and shadow, color harmony, and perspective. You’ll have the chance to paint a wide range of subjects—including landscapes, animals, plants, birds, national parks, sailboats, and still life scenes. We’ll also explore a variety of exciting acrylic techniques like washes, layering, dripping, sponging, spraying, using textured mediums, and collage.
Join us to expand your creative skills and discover the full potential of acrylic painting in a fun, supportive environment!
All supplies provided.
Classical Oil Still Life Painting
Date: Thursdays, November 5 - December 10, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $325/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Study the classical approach to still life painting in this oil painting course taught by atelier-trained artist Angeline Shrike. Designed for students ready to deepen their painting practice, this class introduces the foundational principles of academic still life painting, including composition, lighting, color relationships, and long-term oil painting methods.
Through lectures, demonstrations, and personalized critiques, students will develop a stronger understanding of how to observe and translate form, light, and atmosphere into a finished painting. Emphasis will be placed on building a painting thoughtfully over time using traditional oil painting techniques and studio practices.
Students will create still life paintings while gaining practical experience in the classical atelier approach to oil painting.
Materials list to bring to class:
You’re welcome to order these supplies online, but if you have the time, it’s recommended to visit your local art store instead. This gives you a chance to explore the variety of materials available and compare items in person.. ArtSpot Edmonds and Artist & Craftsman Supply are great places. Blick is also a good alternative.
Oil Paint (one 4oz tube or smaller of each color):
*Be cautious not to get water soluble oil paint!
Ivory Black
Burnt Sienna
Titanium White
Raw Umber
Viridian Green
Ultramarine Blue
A container to wash paints in (any container that can double as a brush cleaning and solvent storage is good—a glass jar is ok too!)
A container for linseed oil (a glass jar is ok too!)
Paintbrushes (there are many options—you can always ask your local art store to help you put together a set that fits your budget, but you will want an assortment of sizes and styles of synthetic or mongoose brushes in filbert, flat, and round. This is an example of a starter set, but please feel free to shop around.
Roll of disposable plastic bags
If you have any questions regarding the materials list, please feel free to reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Hand-Carved Wooden Jewelry
Dates: Fridays, November 6, 13, and 20, from 6 pm - 9 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Discover the relaxing art of whittling in this hands-on class. Using just a carving knife, students create small wooden crafts such as hairpins, combs, pendants, T-shirt pins, or other decorative pieces. Students choose from designs provided by the instructor and learn essential whittling techniques. These functional pieces can be used daily or given as handmade gifts. No previous experience is required.
Students will need to bring to class:
All other supplies will be provided by the instructor.
Paper Quilling: The Art of Rolled Paper
Date: Saturday, November 7, from 10 am -1 pm
Fee: $135/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Nikki Furlong
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Celebrate the season by creating elegant paper-quilled snowflakes! Discover the timeless art of paper quilling, a traditional craft dating back to the Renaissance. In this festive workshop, you'll learn the foundational techniques of rolling, shaping, bending, and arranging paper strips to create intricate snowflake designs that are perfect for holiday decorating or gifting.
No experience is necessary, and all materials and supplies are included. You'll leave with your own handcrafted quilled snowflakes, along with the skills and inspiration to continue exploring this beautiful and often overlooked art form.
All supplies included.
Weekend Beginning Silversmithing
Date: Saturday and Sunday, November 7 - 8, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $170/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheet and wire. We will begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. They will also learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All supplies and tools will be provided.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, November 7
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Making Unique Fabric Mache Bowls
Date: Saturday, November 7, from 11 am - 3 pm
Fee: $135 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Kate Dwyer
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
In this class, we will be making bowls using fabric, thread, glue, and balloons. Most students go home with 2 bowls after a very fun workshop!
Please bring a rotary cutter and any cotton or silk fabric you'd like to use.
Intro to Lampwork Glass - Tiny Glass Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, November 7, from 1:00-4:00 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Learn the art of creating small glass pumpkins by heating glass rods with a bench-mounted torch and transferring the molten glass onto the end of a stainless steel mandrel. Master the skill of controlling the glass and forming it into a sphere, which you will then shape into a pumpkin while it is still molten. This workshop provides a great introduction to the basics of manipulating hot glass on a small scale.
Students will gain confidence in lighting a lampworking torch, melting "soft glass" rods in the flame, transferring glass onto a mandrel, making a round glass shape, and shaping glass with a blade. Each student will create a few to several tiny glass pumpkins, depending on their individual pace.
All supplies are provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Make Your Own Fused Glass Serving Set
Dates: Saturday, November 7, from 5 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $155/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Learn the fundamentals of glass fusing while designing and creating your own serving set. In this one-day workshop, participants will create original compositions using colorful glass that is then kiln-fired and slumped into finished tableware.
Students can choose one of three project formats: a statement set (one large plate or bowl paired with two smaller matching pieces), a social set (two medium plates, dishes, or bowls), or a coaster set (six coasters). Designs will be created using a curated selection of colored sheet glass for added depth, pattern, and expression.
Throughout the class, participants will learn foundational kiln-forming techniques, including glass cutting, composition, color layering, and safe studio practices. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to experiment with color, form, and light.
After the workshop, all pieces will be kiln-fired and available for pickup as finished glassware ready for everyday use.
All supplies provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
One-day Figure Drawing Workshop for Youth
Date: Sunday, November 8, from 9:30 am–4:30 pm
Fee: $195/ discount with member code
Ages: 12-17
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This figure drawing class offers students the opportunity to work from a professional live, fully clothed model while building strong observational and technical skills. Poses will begin with short gestures and gradually progress into longer, sustained poses, allowing students to develop both speed and accuracy in their drawings.
Class sessions include demonstrations, guided practice, and one-on-one critique. Instruction focuses on a classical realism approach, helping students strengthen their understanding of proportion, structure, and form.
Students will learn the fundamentals of figure drawing and create multiple drawings throughout the course that reflect their growing confidence and skill.
There will be a one-hour break for stretching and refreshment during class, so please remember to bring a lunch or snack.
Materials list to bring to class:
Pencils (choose one):
Staedtler Mars Lumograph set (6 pencils), or
3 each of: H, F, HB, 2B, 4B (Staedtler Mars Lumograph)
Paper:
Strathmore 400 Drawing Pad (18" x 24")
Newsprint Pad (18" x 24")
Erasers:
Kneaded eraser
Vinyl eraser
Tools & Supplies:
Box cutter or X-Acto knife
220 grit sandpaper
Artist tape
Pencil pouch (for storage)
Drawing Surface:
Drawing board or foam core board (larger than your paper size)
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Sunday, November 8
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Flameworking Open Studio
Dates: Sunday, November 8, 2 pm - 6 pm
Fee: $105 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
This is an opportunity to rent time with the help of an instructor present.
Each individual in the open studio will bring their own glass supplies (aside from tools) to make projects they have an interest in making. There will not be a demo but there will be a teacher there to help answer glass-related questions, change out propane and oxygen tanks, and help with the annealer.
Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Evening Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Thursday, November 12
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing and work with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own blown glass pumpkin in 30 minutes or less!
All supplies provided. Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup 48 hours later.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Carving Wooden Christmas Ornaments
Dates: Fridays, November 13 -December 11 (SKIP NOV 27), from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Celebrate the holiday season by carving your own handcrafted Christmas ornament! In this beginner-friendly workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of whittling while creating a charming wooden ornament to take home and enjoy for years to come. Students will be guided through the carving process, covering safe knife techniques, wood selection, shaping, and finishing methods. Sharpening and honing techniques will also be demonstrated to help keep carving tools razor-sharp.
Students will need to bring to class:
All other materials and supplies will be provided by the instructor.
Drawing
Date: Fridays, November 13 - December 11 (SKIP NOV 26) from 6:30 pm - 9 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Discover how enjoyable and accessible drawing can be! In this class, we’ll explore a variety of subjects—including landscapes, animals, flowers, and still life—using different drawing media. You'll develop essential skills such as working with contrast, highlights and shadows, and creating strong compositions. Each subject will be taught step by step, making it easy to follow along and build confidence as you complete beautiful, finished pieces.
All supplies included.
Boho Chic Meditation Rings
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, November 14 - 15, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $265/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Tamara Kelly
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Create a beautiful and functional piece of jewelry in this relaxing two-day workshop focused on designing and fabricating your own boho meditation spinning ring. Also known as worry rings, spinning rings feature multiple movable bands that rotate freely around a base ring, offering both visual interest and a calming tactile element.
In this hands-on class, students will learn foundational metalsmithing techniques including measuring, forming, texturing, soldering, and finishing a ring. Participants will design a one-of-a-kind piece using wire, layered metal textures, and optional stones to reflect their own personal style and aesthetic.
Throughout the workshop, students will gain practical jewelry-making skills while exploring the creative possibilities of handcrafted wearable art. This class is suitable for beginners as well as experienced makers looking to expand their metalsmithing practice.
Base metals, including copper and bronze wire, are provided at no additional cost. Students who would like to work with sterling silver may purchase silver wire and sheet directly from the instructor during class. Sterling silver is available à la carte, so you pay only for the specific amount of material you use. Silver purchases can be paid for by cash, Venmo, or check.
Students are also welcome to bring their own silver scrap to transform into sheet or wire. The instructor will demonstrate how to create an ingot from recycled silver, which can then be processed into usable material for your project.
By the end of the workshop, each participant will leave with a finished handcrafted meditation spinning ring and the knowledge needed to continue creating jewelry at home.
What to Bring
Apron
Sketchpad or notebook for design ideas
Pencils or a fine-tip Sharpie
Hair tie (for long hair)
Optional Materials:
• Stones you would like to incorporate into your design
• Any metal you would like to work with
• Inspiration photos or design ideas
*Additional materials will be available during the workshop.
All tools provided.
*If you have any questions about materials, please contact the Class Coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Mixed Media: Oil Pastels and Colored Pencils Cat Portrait
Date: Saturday, November 14, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Fee: $95/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Celebrate your love of cats in this fun, beginner-friendly drawing workshop! Students will create a charming cat portrait surrounded by colorful flowers while learning essential drawing and shading techniques. Explore color harmony and discover how to combine oil pastels with colored pencils to create rich, vibrant artwork with beautiful texture and detail. Along the way, you'll practice layering and blending color, rendering realistic fur, and adding depth and dimension to floral elements and natural backgrounds.
No previous art experience is required. By the end of the class, you'll leave with a finished cat portrait ready to display.
All supplies provided!
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, November 14
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Glass & Glow: Stained Glass Workshop
Dates: Saturday, November 14, from 12 pm to 4 pm
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Create your own glowing work of art in this beginner-friendly stained glass workshop. Participants will design and assemble a custom suncatcher or nightlight using colorful glass and traditional techniques. Choose from a selection of simple patterns or bring your own ideas to life as you learn how to cut, shape, and assemble glass into a finished piece that beautifully captures and reflects light.
This class is designed to be approachable, creative, and fun—no prior experience is necessary. Students will be guided through the fundamentals of stained glass, including basic design principles, safe glass cutting, copper foiling, and soldering, with plenty of hands-on instruction and support along the way.
By the end of the session, each student will complete a unique stained glass piece—either a suncatcher (up to 7" x 7") or a nightlight (up to 5" x 5")—ready to display in your home or give as a gift.
All supplies provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
Lacquerware-inspired & Mother-of-Pearl Accessories
Dates: Saturday, November 14, from 2 pm–4 pm
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jenny Wang
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Discover the beauty of traditional lacquerware and mother-of-pearl inlay in this beginner-friendly workshop inspired by historic decorative arts. Using safe, eco-friendly materials in place of traditional natural lacquer, students will create a refined lacquerware-inspired accessory in just one session.
Participants will learn about the history and visual style of Chinese lacquerware while designing and assembling a small decorative piece such as a hair stick, hair clip, or other accessory using copper bases, standard mother-of-pearl inlay pieces, and decorative materials.
Optional premium upgrades will also be available during the workshop for purchase from the instructor. Students may choose more refined bases, including sandalwood bases, for an additional $10 per student. Imported Australian abalone shell and pre-cut shaped mother-of-pearl pieces will be available for an additional $15 per student.
No prior experience is necessary. Students will leave with a finished handcrafted piece inspired by the elegance of traditional mother-of-pearl inlay.
Drawing Lively Gestures
Date: Saturdays, November 14 - 28, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $265/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
In this beginner-friendly course, students will learn the essential techniques that professional illustrators and comic artists use to bring figures to life—working directly from a live model each session. Drawing from life allows students to observe real movement, proportion, and gesture in real time, strengthening both accuracy and expression.
We’ll explore what makes a pose dynamic—and why—starting with the core foundations of gesture, proportion, anatomy, and the line of action. Through demonstrations and one-on-one guidance, students will learn how to build a strong, expressive structure in their drawings using rhythm lines, the Reilly Method, and other fundamental tools for creating movement and energy.
By the end of the class, students will complete a dynamic figure drawing and leave with the skills and confidence to infuse future work with liveliness, clarity, and expression.
Supply List:
Razor/box cutter/exacto knife
Sand Paper
Pencil box for storage
If you have any questions about the supply list, please reach out to the Art Class Coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Impressionist Alla Prima Portrait Painting
Date: Saturdays, November 14 - 28, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $270/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This beginner-friendly course guides students through the process of painting a beautiful portrait from a live model in a single session. Drawing inspiration from the time-tested techniques of the Old Masters, students will gain the knowledge and confidence to capture the likeness and character of any subject.
Through step-by-step instruction, you’ll learn how to create a solid block-in, establish accurate proportions, and define areas of light and shadow to build a lifelike sense of form. The class also covers brush selection and how different brushes serve each stage of the painting—from broad strokes to detailed refinements.
By the end of the session, students will complete a one-of-a-kind portrait that reflects both the individuality and spirit of the model, along with foundational skills they can apply to future portrait work.
Supply List:
Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White)
Panels 8x10 or 9x12 (at least 3 of one size)
Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)
Blue Shop Paper towels
One-day Figure Drawing Workshop for Adults
Date: Sunday, November 15, from 9:30 am–4:30 pm
Fee: $195/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This figure drawing class offers students the opportunity to work from a professional live, nude model while building strong observational and technical skills. Poses will begin with short gestures and gradually progress into longer, sustained poses, allowing students to develop both speed and accuracy in their drawings.
Class sessions include demonstrations, guided practice, and one-on-one critique. Instruction focuses on a classical realism approach, helping students strengthen their understanding of proportion, structure, and form.
Students will learn the fundamentals of figure drawing and create multiple drawings throughout the course that reflect their growing confidence and skill.
There will be a one-hour break for stretching and refreshment during class, so please remember to bring a lunch or snack.
Materials list to bring to class:
Pencils (choose one):
Staedtler Mars Lumograph set (6 pencils), or
3 each of: H, F, HB, 2B, 4B (Staedtler Mars Lumograph)
Paper:
Strathmore 400 Drawing Pad (18" x 24")
Newsprint Pad (18" x 24")
Erasers:
Kneaded eraser
Vinyl eraser
Tools & Supplies:
Box cutter or X-Acto knife
220 grit sandpaper
Artist tape
Pencil pouch (for storage)
Drawing Surface:
Drawing board or foam core board (larger than your paper size)
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Spoon Carving for Beginners
Dates: Sunday, November 15, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $125/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
In this one-day workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of carving a wooden kitchen spoon, one of the most practical and rewarding introductions to woodcarving. You’ll be guided through the full process, including wood selection, understanding grain direction, preparing spoon blanks, safe and effective carving techniques, shaping the bowl and handle, and applying a traditional food-safe oil finish.
This hands-on class is designed for beginners, but it is also valuable for anyone wanting to build stronger carving skills. By the end of the workshop, students will leave with a handcrafted spoon and the confidence to continue future carving projects at home.
Students will need to bring to class:
1- FLEXCUT Detail Knife
KN13
2- PFEIL "Swiss Made" Intermediate #7 Gouge, 10mm Bent Gouge
3- F Clamps
4- Carving glove
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Sunday, November 15
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Exploring Borosilicate Glass
Date: Sunday, November 15, from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee: $160 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
This introductory class will give students the opportunity to learn the basics of borosilicate glass. Students will learn how to melt solid glass, blow out hollow work, and how to sculpt or shape glass. Coloring techniques will also be covered.
Students will use their new skills to create work of their choosing. Pendants, sculptures, pipes, and whatever else you can think of!
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Intermediate Lapidary
Dates: Tuesdays, November 17, 24 & December 1, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Fee: $175/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Leslie Dickinson
Location: Schack Art Center, Lapidary Studio
Take your lapidary skills to the next level in this intermediate class focused on designing and creating unique cabochons. Students will learn how to select the most interesting areas of a variety of rock slabs, develop an eye for composition and design, and practice cutting and polishing free-form cabochon shapes. Along the way, you'll refine your grinding and polishing techniques by learning when to progress through each wheel to achieve the best possible finish.
This class is ideal for students with prior lapidary experience who are ready to build confidence and expand their creative skills. By the end of the course, you'll complete as many distinctive, polished cabochons as time allows.
Please bring safety glasses, earplugs, a mask (optional), and an old towel. All other supplies provided.
Beginning/Intermediate Silversmithing
Dates: Tuesdays, November 17 - December 8, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fee: $170 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheets and wire. Begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. Learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All tools and supplies provided.
Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing - Jewelry Workshop
Date: Wednesdays, November 16 - December 9, from 6:00-9:00 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
Returning students are welcome!
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
Fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail and you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Homeschool Art Day: Paper Lantern Collage
Date: Friday, November 20, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $25
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Light up your creativity with colorful paper lanterns! Students will explore collage techniques, pattern, color, and layering as they design and construct a unique decorative lantern. A fun project that combines two-dimensional design with three-dimensional construction.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Holiday Card Screenprinting Workshop
Date: Saturday & Sunday, November 21 - 22, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fee: $155/ member discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Miles Labitzke
Location: Studio 1
Come make your Holiday Cards at the Schack! Join us for a festive card-making workshop where you’ll design and print your own unique imagery for friends and family. In the process, you'll learn how to screen print and edition your work. This workshop offers inspiration, guidance, and seasonal cheer. All materials are provided with no prior experience necessary, just bring your creativity and holiday spirit!
Lampwork Glass Beadmaking
Dates: Saturday, November 21, from 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
If you’re fascinated by baubles, bangles, and beads, this is the class for you! Make a wide variety of beads as you learn the basic skills of heating Moretti (soft) glass, applying it to a mandrel, and shaping it with tools.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Weekend Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing Workshop
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, November 21 -22, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents additional techniques and, working side by side with other students, creates individual projects, thereby broadening the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific Time and select priority mail only; you will most likely receive your product within two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Straw Star Ornament Workshop
Dates: Saturday, November 21 from 10 am to 12 pm
Fee: $90/ discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Kseniia Koshykova
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Create beautiful handmade straw stars inspired by traditional Ukrainian and Eastern European holiday decorations. In this 2-hour workshop, participants will learn how to transform natural straw and thread into intricate geometric ornaments using simple weaving techniques. Through step-by-step demonstrations and guided practice, students will explore the cultural history and symbolism of these traditional decorations while creating one or more finished straw stars to take home.
This workshop requires no previous crafting or weaving experience. Participants will leave with new skills, handmade ornaments, and an appreciation for sustainable materials and folk art traditions passed down through generations..
All supplies included.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, November 21
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Holiday Mosaics
Dates: Saturday, November 21, from 6 pm -8 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Create mosaic decorations for yourself or for a gift. Choose the shape and glass to create one-of-a-kind mosaics or holiday decorations.
All supplies provided.
Toned Paper Portrait Drawing Workshop
Date: Sunday, November 22, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Fee: $195/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This two-day workshop begins with a lecture and demonstration focused on classical realism techniques and traditional materials. Students will then apply what they’ve learned by drawing from a live model, with instruction supported by ongoing demonstrations, individualized feedback, and group critique.
Throughout the workshop, students will learn how to approach portrait drawing in the vein of classical realism, using time-tested methods and materials. By the end of the class, each student will complete a realistic portrait on toned paper using graphite and white chalk.
There will be a one-hour break for stretching and refreshment during class, so please remember to bring a lunch or snack.
Materials to bring to class:
Paper (choose ONE option):
Strathmore 400 Series Artagain Pad (12” x 18”, assorted tones)
OR 1–2 sheets Strathmore Artagain (19” x 25”) in Moonstone, Gotham Gray, or Steel Gray
OR 1–2 sheets Canson Mi-Teintes (19” x 25”) in gray tones
Pencils
White:
3 × General’s White Charcoal Pencils (or similar)
Graphite (HB–8B range):
Staedtler Mars Lumograph Sketch Set
or individual pencils (HB, 2B, 3B, 4B, 6B, 8B)
Erasers
Kneaded eraser
White vinyl eraser
Tombow Mono Zero Precision Eraser
Drawing Surface
Drawing board slightly larger than your paper
(foam core works great)Optional: newsprint pad underneath
Tools
2–4 clips (bulldog clips recommended)
X-Acto knife or box cutter
220 grit sandpaper
Artist tape
Optional (recommended but not required)
ArtBin Sketch Pac Storage Box
Soft brush (for eraser dust)
Glassine (to protect drawings)
Portfolio for transport
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Sunday, November 22
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Lampworking: Make A Pipe
Date: Sunday, November 22, from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee: $160 / discount with member code
Ages: 21+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanagh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
This class is a one-day workshop on working with hollow glass to make a functional pipe.
Students will learn how to use blow tubes, weld glass, use a punty, and how to shape hollow glass. Students will make a functional glass pipe.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Enameling on Copper
Date: Saturday & Sunday, September 12 - 13, from 10 am - 2:30 pm
Fee: $215/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Enameling is the art of fusing powdered glass to metal. This class will teach the three basic techniques of enameling. Students will learn to stencil and cloisonne on copper.
All materials provided.
Make It Now: Pumpkins
Date: Saturday, November 28
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own pumpkin in 30 minutes or less! Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your pumpkin will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Make It Now: Ornaments
Date: Sunday, November 29
Fee: $99/ discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own ornament in 20 minutes or less! You can choose a round ornament or an old-fashioned ornament. Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your ornament will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add a product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Botanical Gel Printing: Christmas Trees
Date: Sunday, November 29, from 12:30 pm-3 pm
Fee: $95/ member discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Studio 1
In this workshop, students will use ferns, leaves, and branches (real and fake) to create a variety of botanical gel prints that mimic the look of Christmas trees.
Students will leave with festive prints that could be used on holiday cards, gift bags, wrapping, or tags. The instructor will also provide each student with 4 card blanks and envelopes to print on during class or to take home for future use.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
No prior gel printing experience is required.
All supplies provided.
Flameworking: Making Snowman Ornaments
Date: Sunday, November 29, from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee: $160/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanagh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
In this one-day workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of melting and shaping borosilicate glass to create a charming snowman ornament. Through guided, hands-on instruction, you'll explore the tools and techniques used in flameworking, including sculpting and adding decorative details like a hat, scarf, or facial features.
By the end of the class, each student will have crafted their own whimsical snowman ornament—a unique, hand-blown piece perfect for holiday décor or gifting.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
How to Paint Flowers Like an Impressionist
Date: Sundays, November 29 - December 6, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $155/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Ever wonder how the world-famous Impressionists created the luminous, expressive works that transformed the art world? This two-day workshop takes you through their process step by step. Students will paint a vase of flowers from start to finish, applying time-tested techniques that blend the foundational principles of the Old Masters with the color, movement, and light of Impressionist painting.
You’ll learn how to select supplies, prepare your canvas, and compose a still life with strong lighting and visual balance. The class emphasizes fundamental skills that have stood the test of time—while encouraging your own artistic interpretation.
By the end of the class, you’ll complete a finished still life painting in the Impressionist style, showcasing both technical skill and personal expression.
Supply List:
Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow, Ultramarine Blue, Dioxide Purple, cad Orange, Titanium White, any other colors you want to bring). A kit like this will work
Panels 11x14 (or bigger)
Painting on Copper
Dates: Mondays, November 30 - January 14, from 5:30 pm - 8 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Explore the unique beauty of oil painting on copper in this hands-on portraiture workshop. Working from a live model, students will develop their portrait-painting skills while learning how to handle oil paint on the distinctive surface of a copper panel. The instructor will guide students through portrait fundamentals while demonstrating techniques specific to painting on copper, including how to take advantage of its smooth, luminous qualities.
Designed for intermediate and advanced painters, this workshop offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of portraiture while exploring an unusual and rewarding painting surface. Students will create a finished portrait on copper to take home.
Materials list to bring to class:
You’re welcome to order these supplies online, but if you have time, we recommend visiting your local art store instead. This gives you a chance to explore the variety of materials available and compare items in person.. ArtSpot Edmonds and Artist & Craftsman Supply are great places. Blick is also a good alternative.
Oil Paint(one 4oz tube or smaller of each color):
*Be cautious not to get water soluble oil paint!
Ivory Black
Burnt Sienna
Titanium White
Raw Umber
Viridian Green
Ultramarine Blue
A container to wash paints in (any container that can double as a brush cleaning and solvent storage is good—a glass jar is ok too!)
A container for linseed oil (a glass jar is ok too!)
2 8" × 10" copper panelsfrom Amazon or directly from Raymar.
1 clove of garlic
Isopropyl alcohol
1 sheet of sandpaper: Any grit is acceptable; 220 grit is recommended.
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Introduction to Whittling
Dates: Fridays. December 4, 11, and 18 from 6 pm - 9 pm
Fee: $155 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Would you like to see how you would carve a 3-dimensional figure or object? Saman is just the person to show you how to go about it, from the different tools to use to what woods to choose for your project. In this class, a 3-dimensional whimsical animal will be carved. During the class, Saman will discuss and demonstrate sharpening and honing techniques to keep your tool edges razor-sharp.
Students will need to bring to class:
All other supplies will be provided by the instructor.
Make It Now: Ornaments
Date: Saturday, December 5
Fee: $99/ discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own ornament in 20 minutes or less! You can choose a round ornament or an old-fashioned ornament. Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your ornament will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add a product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Stone to Silver: A Lapidary & Silversmithing Workshop
Date: Saturday & Sunday, December 5 - 6, from 10 am to 1 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon + Leslie Dickinson
Location: Schack Art Center, Silversmithing Studio, Lapidary Studio
Create a one-of-a-kind sterling silver pendant from start to finish in this engaging two-day workshop that combines lapidary and silversmithing techniques.
On Saturday, join Leslie Dickinson in the lapidary studio to transform a piece of stone into your own polished cabochon. You’ll select a stone, trace a 22 × 16 mm oval, and cut it from a slab using a trim saw. You’ll then shape and polish your cabochon on a cabbing machine, finishing it with a cerium oxide buffing wheel for a brilliant shine. Most students will have time to create several cabochons, giving you the opportunity to choose your favorite for your finished pendant.
On Sunday, return to the jewelry studio, where expert silversmith Bonnie Aubuchon will guide you through fabricating your pendant. You’ll learn how to bezel-set your cabochon onto a sterling silver backing, create and attach a wire bail, and use essential jewelry-making techniques including cutting, filing, soldering, forging, and polishing.
By the end of the weekend, you’ll take home a unique sterling silver pendant featuring a stone you personally selected, shaped, and polished, set into a pendant you fabricated yourself. No previous lapidary or silversmithing experience is required.
For the Saturday class in the Lapidary Studio, please bring ear plugs, eye protection, a mask, and an old towel.
All other materials provided.
Painting Glass Ornaments with Oils Workshop
Date: Saturday, December 5, from 5 pm to 8 pm
Fee: $100/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 & 2
Create a unique miniature oil painting on a hanging double-glass frame, traditionally used to display pressed flowers. In this one-day holiday workshop, a classically trained realism painter will introduce you to the techniques of painting on glass, including proper oil-painting safety and handling. Choose your own subject or work from provided floral, botanical, and holiday-inspired references. No previous oil-painting experience is required. You’ll leave with a finished, handmade piece that can be displayed in a window, hung on a tree, or given as a one-of-a-kind holiday gift.
Please dress for mess!
Figure Drawing in Charcoal
Date: Saturdays, December 5 - 19, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $225/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Learn how to create realistic drawings using the methods and principles developed by the Old Masters. This course focuses on the foundations of classical drawing, including proportion, structure, accuracy, and rendering form to create the illusion of depth on a flat surface.
Working from a live, nude model, students will learn how classical drawing principles developed and why they remain essential for artists seeking both precision and expressive results. Through guided instruction, you’ll begin with a careful block-in to establish accurate proportions and structure before developing the drawing through value, form, and detail.
By the end of the course, you’ll create a realistic, carefully rendered drawing while building a strong foundation in classical drawing techniques.
Students should bring the following materials:
Charcoal pencils
White charcoal pencil
Razor blade or box cutter
Sandpaper
Blending stump
Small piece of old fabric
Kneaded eraser
Tuff eraser
18" × 24" drawing board
18" × 24" piece of toned drawing paper
Newsprint or other padding for the drawing board
Straw Angel Ornament
Date: Sunday, December 6, from 10 am to 12 pm
Fee: $90/ discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Kseniia Koshykova
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Discover the beauty of traditional Ukrainian straw weaving in this hands-on workshop. Learn how to work with natural straw to create a delicate angel ornament using traditional weaving techniques passed down through generations.
Along the way, explore the cultural history and significance of Ukrainian straw art while developing a new fiber-art skill. You’ll leave with a handmade straw angel to display or give as a meaningful gift.
All supplies included.
Make It Now: Ornaments
Date: Sunday, November 29
Fee: $99/ discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own ornament in 20 minutes or less! You can choose a round ornament or an old-fashioned ornament. Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your ornament will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add a product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Lapidary Open Studio
Dates: Sunday, December 6, from 1 pm to 4 pm
Fee: $90/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Leslie Dickinson
Location: Schack Art Center, Lapidary Studio
Continue developing your lapidary skills in this open studio class designed for experienced students. Bring your own rock slabs and enjoy dedicated studio time to create cabochons while receiving optional guidance and feedback from the instructor and fellow students.
You'll refine your cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing techniques, learn the subtle details that elevate a good cabochon into a great one, and work at your own pace on projects of your choosing.
This class is intended for students who have completed Beginning and Intermediate Lapidary or have received permission from the instructor. By the end of the course, you'll complete as many finished cabochons as time allows using the materials you bring to class.
Please bring your own slabs (preferably 1/4 inch thick), safety glasses, earplugs, a mask (optional), and an old towel.
Marble Making
Date: Sunday, December 6, from 2:00 pm -6:00 pm
Fee: $165 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
In this one-day workshop, students will learn how to melt and shape borosilicate glass, mastering the skills needed to create stunning, detailed marbles. You'll explore the process step-by-step, gaining hands-on experience with this versatile medium.
By the end of the class, each student will have created their very own borosilicate marble, a unique piece of glass art.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Glassblowing 1 - MONDAYS
Date: Mondays, December 7 - January 25, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fee: $775/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginning
Sessions: 8
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Hot Shop
This eight-week class will cover the basics of working with molten glass. From blowing, blocking, and shaping, to using specialized hand tools, this class will give you a good base on which to build the skills necessary to create functional and artistic objects. Demonstrations of basic techniques will be plenty, as will time to practice in teams of two. Eight weekly sessions, no prerequisite.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toe shoes.
Homeschool Art Day: Winter Ornaments
Date: Friday, December 11, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $25
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Celebrate the season by creating handmade winter ornaments! Students will experiment with a variety of materials and techniques to design unique decorations inspired by winter, nature, and the holiday season. Each student will create ornaments to take home and enjoy.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Fused and Reticulated Ring Workshop
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, December 12 - 13, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $ 275/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Tamara Kelly
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Create a one-of-a-kind reticulated ring in this hands-on metalsmithing workshop using recycled sterling silver, with the option to add gold accents. Learn to shape, texture, fuse, and finish your metal while exploring the organic beauty of reticulation.
Students may bring recycled silver scraps (old rings, earrings, or other gold or silver jewelry). Additional recycled metal will be available for purchase from the instructor during class. For questions regarding potential supply fees, please get in touch with the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Perfect for beginners and intermediate students, you’ll leave with a unique, wearable ring that’s entirely your own design.
All tools and workspace are provided—just bring closed-toe shoes, tied-back hair, and your creativity!
Make It Now: Ornaments
Date: Saturday, December 12
Fee: $99/ discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own ornament in 20 minutes or less! You can choose a round ornament or an old-fashioned ornament. Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your ornament will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add a product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Waterworlds: Encaustic Monoprint + Mixed Media
Dates: Saturday, December 12, from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $215/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Dive into a world of color, texture, and imagination as you create underwater-inspired artworks using encaustic monoprinting and mixed media techniques. Working with encaustic medium on a heated glass palette and Japanese calligraphy paper, you'll create abstract prints that are enhanced with water-soluble media.
Explore layering, texture, and visual storytelling while discovering hidden imagery through pareidolia—the tendency to see familiar forms in abstract patterns. Fish, coral, sea creatures, and other unexpected shapes may emerge from your compositions.
Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this playful workshop will leave you with a collection of unique mixed media artworks and new techniques to incorporate into your creative practice.
All materials are provided. Just bring your creativity and curiosity! And dress for mess.
Make It Now: Ornaments
Date: Sunday, December 13
Fee: $99/ discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own ornament in 20 minutes or less! You can choose a round ornament or an old-fashioned ornament. Guardians, friends, and family are welcome to stay and watch the fun!
Reservations are required. Your ornament will be ready for pickup on the following Tuesday.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add a product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes
Botanical Gel Printing: Christmas Trees
Date: Sunday, December 13, from 12:30 pm-3 pm
Fee: $95/ member discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Studio 1
In this workshop, students will use ferns, leaves, and branches (real and fake) to create a variety of botanical gel prints that mimic the look of Christmas trees.
Students will leave with festive prints that could be used on holiday cards, gift bags, wrapping, or tags. The instructor will also provide each student with 4 card blanks and envelopes to print on during class or to take home for future use.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
No prior gel printing experience is required.
All supplies provided.
Exploring Borosilicate Glass
Date: Sunday, December 13, from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee: $165/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
This introductory class will give students the opportunity to learn the basics of borosilicate glass. Students will learn how to melt solid glass, blow out hollow work, and how to sculpt or shape glass. Coloring techniques will also be covered.
Students will use their new skills to create work of their choosing. Pendants, sculptures, pipes, and whatever else you can think of!
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Holiday Mosaics
Dates: Saturday, December 19, from 6 pm -8 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Create mosaic decorations for yourself or for a gift. Choose the shape and glass to create one-of-a-kind mosaics or holiday decorations.
All supplies provided.
Flameworking: Making Snowman Ornaments
Date: Sunday, December 20, from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee: $165/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanagh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
In this one-day workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of melting and shaping borosilicate glass to create a charming snowman ornament. Through guided, hands-on instruction, you'll explore the tools and techniques used in flameworking, including sculpting and adding decorative details like a hat, scarf, or facial features.
By the end of the class, each student will have crafted their own whimsical snowman ornament—a unique, hand-blown piece perfect for holiday décor or gifting.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Marble Making
Date: Sunday, January 3, from 2:00 pm -6:00 pm
Fee: $165/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
In this one-day workshop, students will learn how to melt and shape borosilicate glass, mastering the skills needed to create stunning, detailed marbles. You'll explore the process step-by-step, gaining hands-on experience with this versatile medium.
By the end of the class, each student will have created their very own borosilicate marble, a unique piece of glass art.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
How to Paint Flowers Like an Impressionist
Date: Sundays, January 3 - 17, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $225/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Ever wonder how the world-famous Impressionists created the luminous, expressive works that transformed the art world? This two-day workshop takes you through their process step by step. Students will paint a vase of flowers from start to finish, applying time-tested techniques that blend the foundational principles of the Old Masters with the color, movement, and light of Impressionist painting.
You’ll learn how to select supplies, prepare your canvas, and compose a still life with strong lighting and visual balance. The class emphasizes fundamental skills that have stood the test of time—while encouraging your own artistic interpretation.
By the end of the class, you’ll complete a finished still life painting in the Impressionist style, showcasing both technical skill and personal expression.
Supply List:
Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow, Ultramarine Blue, Dioxide Purple, cad Orange, Titanium White, any other colors you want to bring). A kit like this will work
Panels 11x14 (or bigger)
Beginning/Intermediate Silversmithing
Dates: Tuesdays, January 5 - 26, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheets and wire. Begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. Learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All tools and supplies provided.
Beginning Calligraphy
Dates: Wednesdays, January 6 - February 24, from 6 pm to 8 pm
Fee: $225/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 8
Instructor: Pam Koons
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Calligraphy—the art of beautiful handwriting—is a timeless skill that adds a personal, elegant touch to both everyday and special projects. Whether you’re creating cards, addressing envelopes, designing invitations, scrapbooking, or crafting unique gifts, calligraphy brings a distinctive and meaningful flair to your work.
In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the graceful Italic style of calligraphy in a fun, relaxed environment that’s welcoming to all skill levels. No prior experience is necessary, and instruction will move at a comfortable, supportive pace.
Please note: Consistent attendance is essential for this class. Missing more than one session is strongly discouraged, as it is extremely difficult to catch up once more than one class is missed, even with independent practice. Students who miss two or more classes will not be able to continue in the course, and no refunds will be issued. If you have questions about this policy, please contact the Art Class Coordinator at rchernow@schack.org.
Supply List – Please Bring to Class
Supply List – Please Bring to Class
2.5 mm Black Calligraphy Marker
Brand: Elegant Writer
Must be 2.5 mm with a chisel felt tip
Do not bring kits, fountain pens, or ink pens
Brand: Master’s Touch, 9" x 12"
Available at Hobby Lobby; ideal for beginners
Do not use copy paper – it bleeds
Miscellaneous Supplies:
Paper clips
Scotch tape
Pencil with eraser
One manila file folder
One small container (e.g., pencil box or Tupperware) to hold supplies
The instructor will provide handouts and calligraphy grids for in-class use. For questions, please reach out to Pam at pamkoons@gmail.com
Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing - Jewelry Workshop
Dates: Wednesday, January 6 - 27, from 6:00-9:00 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
Returning students are welcome!
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
Fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail and you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Pebbles on the Beach: Textured Rings & Mixed-Metal Fusion
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, January 9 - 10, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $ 275/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Tamara Kelly
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Capture the organic beauty of the Pacific Northwest shoreline in this intensive two-day jewelry-making workshop. Inspired by the smooth, weathered stones found along local beaches, you’ll create a bold, textured statement ring or cuff featuring dimensional elements in silver, copper, and bronze.
On the first day, you’ll pour a custom silver ingot and roll it into a substantial ring shank. You’ll also learn how to transform scrap metals into organic “pebbles,” creating domed forms and delicate granules to use in your design.
On the second day, you’ll explore composition and multi-metal soldering techniques to arrange and securely attach your metal elements to the band. You’ll finish your piece with oxidation and high-relief polishing to emphasize the contrast between the shimmering metal and deep, sandy shadows.
No previous experience is required, but some jewelry-making experience may be helpful. Students will leave with a one-of-a-kind Pacific Northwest-inspired pebble ring or cuff.
All tools and workspace are provided—just bring closed-toe shoes, tied-back hair, and your creativity!
Exploration of Printmaking
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, January 9 and 10, from 10 am - 1 pm
Fee: $155 / discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Miles Labitzke
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Learn all about printmaking! Create your own body of work while exploring a variety of printmaking techniques, both traditional and new. You’ll have the chance to try processes like collagraph (printing from textured surfaces), intaglio (etching into metal plates), monotype (one-of-a-kind prints), and relief (printing from carved surfaces). Come with an idea of what you’d like to create, and we’ll help guide you through the steps to make it happen!
Please bring something to take notes with, such as a sketchpad or notebook.
Make Your Own Fused Glass Serving Set
Date: Saturday, January 9, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $155/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Learn the fundamentals of glass fusing while designing and creating your own serving set. In this one-day workshop, participants will create original compositions using colorful glass that is then kiln-fired and slumped into finished tableware.
Students can choose one of three project formats: a statement set (one large plate or bowl paired with two smaller matching pieces), a social set (two medium plates, dishes, or bowls), or a coaster set (six coasters). Designs will be created using a curated selection of colored sheet glass for added depth, pattern, and expression.
Throughout the class, participants will learn foundational kiln-forming techniques, including glass cutting, composition, color layering, and safe studio practices. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to experiment with color, form, and light.
After the workshop, all pieces will be kiln-fired and available for pickup as finished glassware ready for everyday use.
All supplies provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
From Stick Figures to Drawing Figures
Dates: Saturdays, January 9 - 23, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $265/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
In this beginner-friendly course, students will learn the essential techniques that professional illustrators and comic artists use to bring figures to life—working directly from a live nude model each session. Drawing from life allows students to observe real movement, proportion, and gesture in real time, strengthening both accuracy and expression.
We’ll explore what makes a pose dynamic—and why—starting with the core foundations of gesture, proportion, anatomy, and the line of action. Through demonstrations and one-on-one guidance, students will learn how to build a strong, expressive structure in their drawings using rhythm lines, the Reilly Method, and other fundamental tools for creating movement and energy.
By the end of the class, students will complete a dynamic figure drawing and leave with the skills and confidence to infuse future work with liveliness, clarity, and expression.
Supply List:
Razor/box cutter/exacto knife
Sand Paper
Pencil box for storage
If you have any questions about the supply list, please reach out to the Art Class Coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Classical Figure Drawing for Adults
Dates: Sundays, January 10 - January 31, from 9:30 am–12:30 pm
Fee: $295/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This figure drawing class invites students to develop their skills while working from a professional live nude model. Poses will begin with short gestures and gradually progress into longer, sustained poses, helping students build both speed and accuracy in their drawings.
Class sessions include demonstrations, dedicated model time, and one-on-one critique. Instruction is grounded in a classical realism approach, supporting the development of strong observational skills, proportion, and form.
Students will learn the fundamentals of figure drawing and create multiple drawings throughout the class, building confidence and refining their technique over time.
Materials list to bring to class:
Pencils (choose one):
Staedtler Mars Lumograph set (6 pencils), or
3 each of: H, F, HB, 2B, 4B (Staedtler Mars Lumograph)
Paper:
Strathmore 400 Drawing Pad (18" x 24")
Newsprint Pad (18" x 24")
Erasers:
Kneaded eraser
Vinyl eraser
Tools & Supplies:
Box cutter or X-Acto knife
220 grit sandpaper
Artist tape
Pencil pouch (for storage)
Drawing Surface:
Drawing board or foam core board (larger than your paper size)
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Introduction to Lapidary
Dates: Sundays, January 10, 17, & 24, from 12 pm to 3 pm
Fee: $200/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Leslie Dickinson
Location: Schack Art Center, Lapidary Studio
Discover the art of lapidary—the process of cutting, shaping, and polishing stones into beautiful cabochons for use in jewelry. In this hands-on class, students will work with agate and jasper slabs to create several unique cabochons of varying sizes and shapes.
Students will learn how to evaluate a stone slab to determine the best placement for a design, safely use a trim saw to cut rough shapes, create and use a dopping stick for handling stones during the polishing process, and grind and polish their pieces to a professional finish. By the end of the class, each student will leave with several finished cabochons ready to be set into jewelry or added to a collection.
No prior lapidary experience is required. All stones and materials are provided.
Wax, Wire, and Wishes: Encaustic Mobiles
Date: Sunday, January 10, from 1 pm to 4 pm
Fee: $145/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Welcome the new year by turning your hopes and intentions for 2027 into a luminous, moving work of art. In this cozy winter workshop, you’ll create shimmering encaustic monoprints on Japanese calligraphy paper, layering color and wax to capture your words, drawings, and wishes for the year ahead.
You’ll then transform your prints into a Calder-inspired mobile using wire, learning how to bend, coil, balance, and assemble the individual pieces into a finished kinetic sculpture. Along the way, you’ll learn encaustic monoprinting techniques, safe use of wax and heat tools, and the fundamentals of balance and movement.
No previous experience is required—just a willingness to experiment, get a little wax on your fingers, and dream about the year ahead. You’ll leave with a unique, ready-to-hang encaustic mobile that brings your intentions to life.
All supplies provided.
Dress for mess!
Watercolor Painting
Dates: Sundays, January 10 - February 7, from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Fee: $215 / member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Enjoy the fascinating, vibrant world of watercolor in this exciting class! We will paint a variety of subjects- landscapes, animals, portraits, and still lives, and explore color, value, shadow, perspective, materials, and brush handling in this fun and informative class for everyone! The subjects will be taught in a step-by-step fashion. You will be able to follow along with the steps to the paintings as they are being done in front of the class.
All supplies provided.
Classical Figure Drawing for Youth
Dates: Sundays, January 10 - January 31, from 1:30 pm–4:30 pm
Fee: $295/ discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This figure drawing class invites young students to develop their skills while working from a professional live model. Poses will begin with short gestures and gradually progress into longer, sustained poses, helping students build both speed and accuracy in their drawings.
Class sessions include demonstrations, dedicated model time, and one-on-one critique. Instruction is grounded in a classical realism approach, supporting the development of strong observational skills, proportion, and form.
Students will learn the fundamentals of figure drawing and create multiple drawings throughout the class, building confidence and refining their technique over time.
Materials list to bring to class:
Pencils (choose one):
Staedtler Mars Lumograph set (6 pencils), or
3 each of: H, F, HB, 2B, 4B (Staedtler Mars Lumograph)
Paper:
Strathmore 400 Drawing Pad (18" x 24")
Newsprint Pad (18" x 24")
Erasers:
Kneaded eraser
Vinyl eraser
Tools & Supplies:
Box cutter or X-Acto knife
220 grit sandpaper
Artist tape
Pencil pouch (for storage)
Drawing Surface:
Drawing board or foam core board (larger than your paper size)
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Lampworking: Make A Pipe
Date: Sunday, January 10, from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee: $165/ discount with member code
Ages: 21+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanagh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
This class is a one-day workshop on working with hollow glass to make a functional pipe.
Students will learn how to use blow tubes, weld glass, use a punty, and how to shape hollow glass. Students will make a functional glass pipe.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Drawing
Dates: Sundays, January 10 - February 7, from 4:30 pm - 7 pm
Fee: $200/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Discover how enjoyable and accessible drawing can be! In this class, we’ll explore a variety of subjects—including landscapes, animals, flowers, and still life—using different drawing media. You'll develop essential skills such as working with contrast, highlights and shadows, and creating strong compositions. Each subject will be taught step by step, making it easy to follow along and build confidence as you complete beautiful, finished pieces.
All supplies included.
Introduction to Classical Oil Painting
Dates: Mondays, January 11 - February 15, from 5 pm to 8 pm
Fee: $250/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
In this beginner-friendly oil painting class, you’ll learn the key techniques and fundamentals needed to work confidently and safely with oils. Guided by a classically trained artist, you’ll build a strong foundation in material handling, color mixing, brushwork, and composition.
By the end of the course, you’ll understand how to use oils effectively and have the skills to create balanced, well-executed paintings.
Materials list to bring to class:
You’re welcome to order these supplies online, but if you have the time, it’s recommended to visit your local art store instead. This gives you a chance to explore the variety of materials available and compare items in person.. ArtSpot Edmonds and Artist & Craftsman Supply are great places. Blick is also a good alternative.
Oil Paint (one 4oz tube or smaller of each color):
*Be cautious not to get water soluble oil paint!
Ivory Black
Burnt Sienna
Titanium White
Raw Umber
Viridian Green
Ultramarine Blue
A container to wash paints in (any container that can double as a brush cleaning and solvent storage is good—a glass jar is ok too!)
A container for linseed oil (a glass jar is ok too!)
Paintbrushes (there are many options—you can always ask your local art store to help you put together a set that fits your budget, but you will want an assortment of sizes and styles of synthetic or mongoose brushes in filbert, flat, and round. This is an example of a starter set, but please feel free to shop around.
Roll of disposable plastic bags
If you have any questions regarding the materials list, please feel free to reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Landscape Painting in Oil
Date: Tuesdays, January 12 - February 16, from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Fee: $225 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Mary Skomerza
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
The natural world around us is an infinite source of beauty and inspiration. It’s no wonder that it has served as a subject for countless artists over the years. In this class, we will learn to paint natural landscapes with oil.
Students will learn the basics of oil painting through both instruction and hands-on experience. Beyond basics, the student will also learn color theories and landscape-specific techniques to paint texture and form from natural elements such as sky, water, trees, light, and shadow.
The resources and techniques learned in this class will form a foundation for the student to continue finding their own style in oil painting landscapes.
Please bring the following supplies:
All other supplies are included.
Colored Pencil & Oil Pastels
Dates: Wednesdays, January 13 - February 10, from 2 pm to 4:30 pm
Fee: $225 / member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Colored Pencils and Oil Pastels are some of the most versatile media ever! Learn a bit about both media in this fun class! We will be doing a variety of subjects, including landscapes, animals, and still lifes. We will explore color, value, shadow, perspective, and materials in this fun and informative class for everyone. Many of the subjects will be taught in a step-by-step fashion, in which you will be able to follow along with the steps being done in front of the class.
All supplies provided
Acrylic Painting
Dates: Wednesday, January 13 - February 10, from 6:30 pm - 9 pm
Fee: $225/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Acrylics are one of the most versatile and dynamic painting mediums available. With their vibrant colors, fast drying time, and limitless techniques, acrylics offer endless opportunities for creative expression. Whether you're just beginning or have years of experience, this class offers something for everyone.
We’ll cover essential fundamentals such as composition, light and shadow, color harmony, and perspective. You’ll have the chance to paint a wide range of subjects—including landscapes, animals, plants, birds, national parks, sailboats, and still life scenes. We’ll also explore a variety of exciting acrylic techniques like washes, layering, dripping, sponging, spraying, using textured mediums, and collage.
Join us to expand your creative skills and discover the full potential of acrylic painting in a fun, supportive environment!
All supplies provided.
Lampwork Glass Beadmaking
Dates: Saturday, January 16, from 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
If you’re fascinated by baubles, bangles, and beads, this is the class for you! Make a wide variety of beads as you learn the basic skills of heating Moretti (soft) glass, applying it to a mandrel, and shaping it with tools.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Weekend Beginning Silversmithing
Date: Saturday & Sunday, January 16 - 17, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheet and wire. We will begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. They will also learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All supplies and tools will be provided.
Glass & Glow: Stained Glass Workshop
Date: Saturday, January 17, from 1 pm to 6 pm
Fee: $145/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Create your own glowing work of art in this beginner-friendly stained glass workshop. Participants will design and assemble a custom suncatcher or nightlight using colorful glass and traditional techniques. Choose from a selection of simple patterns or bring your own ideas to life as you learn how to cut, shape, and assemble glass into a finished piece that beautifully captures and reflects light.
This class is designed to be approachable, creative, and fun—no prior experience is necessary. Students will be guided through the fundamentals of stained glass, including basic design principles, safe glass cutting, copper foiling, and soldering, with plenty of hands-on instruction and support along the way.
By the end of the session, each student will complete a unique stained glass piece—either a suncatcher (up to 7" x 7") or a nightlight (up to 5" x 5")—ready to display in your home or give as a gift.
All supplies provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
Straw Wreath Ornament
Date: Saturday, January 23, from 10 am to 12 pm
Fee: $90/ discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Kseniia Koshykova
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Explore the beauty and tradition of Ukrainian straw weaving in this hands-on workshop. No previous weaving or crafting experience is required, making this a welcoming introduction to this distinctive folk-art tradition.
Through step-by-step demonstrations and guided instruction, students will learn traditional straw-weaving techniques while creating a beautiful decorative wreath. Along the way, the instructor will share the cultural significance, symbolism, and storytelling traditions associated with Ukrainian straw art, offering a meaningful connection between craft and heritage.
Each student will leave with a completed straw wreath and a new appreciation for this traditional art form.
All supplies included.
Weekend Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing - Jewelry Workshop
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, January 23- 24, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents additional techniques and, working side by side with other students, creates individual projects, thereby broadening the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific Time and select priority mail only; you will most likely receive your product within two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Flameworked Apothecary Bottles & Mini Vases
Date: Saturday, January 23, from 1 pm to 6 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
In this one-day flameworking class, participants will create small glass vases and apothecary-style bottles using borosilicate glass. Using colored glass blanks, students will explore simple techniques for adding color with glass rods and shaping the material in the flame to produce elegant, functional forms.
The class focuses on creating vessels ideal for perfumes, facial oils, eye serums, or even culinary uses like olive oil. Participants will also learn to make simple, solid glass stoppers to pair with their bottles. Step-by-step demonstrations and hands-on guidance will help students develop skills in controlling heat, maintaining symmetry, and forming clean openings and bases.
This workshop offers a fun, approachable introduction to flame-worked glass, perfect for beginners while also providing techniques that can enhance the skills of those with prior torch experience.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Image credit: Emily Kuchenbecker
Mother-of-Pearl and Preserved Flower Collage
Date: Saturday, January 23, from 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jenny Wang
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Discover the luminous beauty of mother-of-pearl in this relaxing, hands-on art workshop inspired by traditional Chinese mother-of-pearl inlay. Students will learn about the history and visual characteristics of this decorative art form while creating their own floral composition using shimmering shell pieces, preserved flowers, and botanical elements.
Through guided instruction, students will explore composition, layering, material placement, adhesive application, and finishing techniques to create an elegant, dimensional artwork.
No previous art experience is required. All supplies will be provided.
Make Your Own Flameworked Chain
Date: Saturday, January 24, from 1 pm to 6 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Discover the process of creating wearable chains and linked forms using borosilicate glass in this one-day flameworking workshop. Through demonstrations and guided practice, participants will learn how to pull, shape, bend, and connect glass links to create flexible chain structures that balance durability with delicate visual rhythm.
Students will explore foundational flameworking techniques, including pulling stringers, forming consistent links, welding components together, and achieving clean cold seals. Along the way, the class will examine how repetition, movement, scale, and pattern can be used to develop unique wearable or sculptural designs.
Each participant will create a finished borosilicate glass chain in clear or colored glass that can function as a necklace or be incorporated into future sculptural work.
This workshop is appropriate for beginners as well as students looking to expand their flameworking practice through wearable and modular forms.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
How to Paint Your Pet
Dates: Sundays, January 24 & 31, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $135/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Turn a favorite photo of your pet into a vibrant, expressive painting in this beginner-friendly impressionist painting workshop. Students will learn how to translate photographic reference images into colorful, painterly pet portraits while exploring the loose brushwork and lively color relationships characteristic of Impressionist art.
Throughout the class, participants will learn how to choose and work from strong reference photos, sketch basic proportions, mix expressive color palettes, and apply paint with confidence and movement. Instruction will focus on capturing personality, light, and atmosphere rather than strict realism.
Students will leave with a finished painted portrait of their pet and a stronger understanding of color, paint application, and impressionist painting techniques.
Supply List:
Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White, Viridian Green, and Dioxide Purple) A set like this will work.
Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)
Blue Shop Paper towels
Enameling on Copper
Date: Saturday & Sunday, January 30 - 31, from 10 am - 2:30 pm
Fee: $215/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Enameling is the art of fusing powdered glass to metal. This class will teach the three basic techniques of enameling. Students will learn to stencil and cloisonne on copper.
All materials provided.
Collagraphy Workshop
Dates: Saturday, January 30, 12 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $95/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Miles Labitzke
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
This one-day workshop focuses on collagraphy, a method of printmaking using glue and collage to create a printable surface. Through a variety of techniques, ink is applied and transferred to paper by use of a printing press. In the first session, students learn how different collage techniques to translate to print and then create their own collages to print the following day.
Please bring something to take notes with such as a sketchpad or notebook and ideas for imagery.
Intro to Lampwork Glass - Tiny Glass Hearts
Date: Saturday, January 30, from 1:00 pm -4:00 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Creating tiny glass hearts is a fun introduction to sculpting with glass. Using rods of borosilicate glass and bench-mounted flameworking torches, students will learn how to melt and shape glass. Different methods of applying color will be covered.
Students will learn how to safely operate a flameworking torch and how to use the flame to melt and shape borosilicate glass into heart shapes. We will also experiment with applying frit and stringer to the hot glass for added color and decoration.
Students will make several small (3/4"-1") glass hearts.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Learning Color Theory
Date: Saturday, January 30, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $100/discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Take the mystery out of color! This class explores how color works and gives you practical tools for mixing and using it with confidence. Learn how different types of light affect color, how to lighten or darken a color without losing its vibrancy, and how to accurately mix the specific colors you need for your artwork. We’ll also explore how and why we perceive color the way we do. Students will create their own personalized color wheel to use as a reference for future art projects.
Students should bring the following materials:
6" × 6" canvas
Palette knife:Blick Painting Knife, 7/8" × 3-1/4", Painting Style #68
Oil paints:Van Gogh Oil Colors in:
Cadmium Yellow
Cadmium Red
Ultramarine Blue
Cadmium Orange
Dioxazine Purple
Phthalo Green
If you have any questions about the supply list, please contact the art class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Freeze 'N Fuse: Easy Glass Casting
Date: Sunday, January 31, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $155/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Explore the expressive possibilities of glass in this hands-on workshop focused on the freeze-and-fuse technique. Participants will create small fused glass sculptures using colored glass powders and silicone molds inspired by natural forms such as flowers, shells, crystals, and succulents.
Working directly with vibrant glass powders, students will learn how to fill, layer, and shape materials by hand, building simple yet striking compositions of color, pattern, and texture inside each mold. Through this process, each piece takes form before being frozen, de-molded, and kiln-fired, allowing the powdered glass to transform into solid, dimensional glass.
Throughout the class, students will gain an understanding of how to properly work with glass powders and slurry, including techniques for creating visual depth and controlling composition within mold-based forms. A kiln schedule will be shared so participants can follow the full transformation process from raw material to finished object.
No prior experience is necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to experiment with color and form. Finished pieces will be available for pickup after firing.
All supplies provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
Flameworked Apothecary Bottles & Mini Vases
Date: Saturday, February 6, from 1 pm to 6 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
In this one-day flameworking class, participants will create small glass vases and apothecary-style bottles using borosilicate glass. Using colored glass blanks, students will explore simple techniques for adding color with glass rods and shaping the material in the flame to produce elegant, functional forms.
The class focuses on creating vessels ideal for perfumes, facial oils, eye serums, or even culinary uses like olive oil. Participants will also learn to make simple, solid glass stoppers to pair with their bottles. Step-by-step demonstrations and hands-on guidance will help students develop skills in controlling heat, maintaining symmetry, and forming clean openings and bases.
This workshop offers a fun, approachable introduction to flame-worked glass, perfect for beginners while also providing techniques that can enhance the skills of those with prior torch experience.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Image credit: Emily Kuchenbecker
Dive into Encaustic Painting
Date: Saturday, February 6, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Curious about painting with encaustic? This hands-on beginner’s workshop introduces you to the luminous, layered world of encaustic painting, an art form that combines melted beeswax, pigment, and heat.
Through step-by-step demonstrations and guided practice, you’ll learn how to safely set up an encaustic workspace and become familiar with essential tools and materials, including wax, pigments, brushes, fusing tools, and safety equipment. You’ll explore techniques for creating smooth surfaces, layering and blending color, making marks and incised designs, building texture through accretion, and fusing your work with a torch.
The instructor will also cover best practices for safely setting up an encaustic studio at home, giving you the knowledge and confidence to continue exploring the medium independently. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have created 2–3 encaustic paintings while building a strong foundation of techniques to take into your own studio practice.
All supplies provided.
Dress for mess!
Impressionist Alla Prima Portrait Painting
Date: Saturdays, February 6 - 20, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $270/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This beginner-friendly course guides students through the process of painting a beautiful portrait from a live model in a single session. Drawing inspiration from the time-tested techniques of the Old Masters, students will gain the knowledge and confidence to capture the likeness and character of any subject.
Through step-by-step instruction, you’ll learn how to create a solid block-in, establish accurate proportions, and define areas of light and shadow to build a lifelike sense of form. The class also covers brush selection and how different brushes serve each stage of the painting—from broad strokes to detailed refinements.
By the end of the session, students will complete a one-of-a-kind portrait that reflects both the individuality and spirit of the model, along with foundational skills they can apply to future portrait work.
Supply List:
Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White)
Panels 8x10 or 9x12 (at least 3 of one size)
Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)
Blue Shop Paper towels
Storytelling in Wax: Beginning Photo Encaustic
Date: Sunday, February 7, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $185/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Explore the beautiful combination of photography and encaustic painting in this hands-on workshop. You’ll learn how photographic imagery can become both the foundation and focal point of a wax-based artwork, from incorporating photographs directly into the wax to creating image transfers.
Through demonstrations and guided practice, you’ll learn which types of images work best with encaustic, how to prepare high-contrast images for successful transfers, and how to use photographs as background layers or embed them within the wax. You’ll also explore techniques for creating smooth, even surfaces with encaustic pours and adding finishing details with pigment sticks and PanPastels.
Photos will be provided for students to use, or you’re welcome to bring a laser-printed image that fits an 8 × 8-inch substrate if you’d like to work with your own image.
No previous photo encaustic experience is required, but students must have taken beginning encaustic or have equivalent experience. You’ll leave with three finished photo encaustic paintings and a variety of techniques to continue exploring this unique mixed-media process.
Dress for mess!
Exploring Borosilicate Glass Series
Date: Sundays, February 7, 14, 21, from 2 pm - 6 pm
Fee: $295/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
This course is designed for beginners and intermediate glass enthusiasts who wish to explore the intricate art of borosilicate flameworking. Throughout the four-week duration, students will delve into the fundamental techniques, safety protocols, and artistic expressions of working with borosilicate glass.
Week one, we will focus on safety, tools, and colors, and students will get the opportunity to make small solid pieces. Week two will focus on building with pieces and welding techniques. Week three will focus on hollow work, how to weld hollow glass, and finishing off projects from the previous weeks.
All supplies are provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Beginning/Intermediate Silversmithing
Dates: Tuesdays, February 9 - March 2, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheets and wire. Begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. Learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All tools and supplies provided.
Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing - Jewelry Workshop
Dates: Wednesday, January 6 - 27, from 6:00-9:00 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
Returning students are welcome!
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
Fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail and you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Homeschool Art Day: Gel Printing
Date: Friday, February 12, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $25
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Discover the playful and unpredictable world of gel printing! Students will experiment with layers, textures, shapes, and colors to create unique printed artworks. No previous printmaking experience is needed—just come ready to experiment and see what happens!
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Weekend Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing - Jewelry Workshop
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, February 13 - 14, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents additional techniques and, working side by side with other students, creates individual projects, thereby broadening the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific Time and select priority mail only; you will most likely receive your product within two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Intro to Lampwork Glass - Tiny Glass Hearts
Date: Saturday, February 13, from 1:00 pm -4:00 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Creating tiny glass hearts is a fun introduction to sculpting with glass. Using rods of borosilicate glass and bench-mounted flameworking torches, students will learn how to melt and shape glass. Different methods of applying color will be covered.
Students will learn how to safely operate a flameworking torch and how to use the flame to melt and shape borosilicate glass into heart shapes. We will also experiment with applying frit and stringer to the hot glass for added color and decoration.
Students will make several small (3/4"-1") glass hearts.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Chinese Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel Painting
Date: Saturday, February 13, from 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jenny Wang
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Explore the beauty of Chinese cloisonné in this contemporary, hands-on painting workshop. Inspired by the intricate patterns and vibrant colors of traditional cloisonné, students will learn how fine metal wires can be shaped and arranged to create decorative outlines and enclosed sections. You’ll then fill your design with richly colored enamel-inspired materials, building layers of color and texture to create a striking finished artwork.
The instructor will introduce the history and basic techniques of Chinese cloisonné while guiding you through design planning, wire placement, color selection, filling, and surface-finishing techniques. Each student will create one completed cloisonné-inspired artwork on a prepared decorative panel.
No previous art experience is required. All supplies will be provided.
Heavy Metal Statement Rings: Ingot Making, Reticulation & Stone Setting
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, February 20 - 21, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $ 265/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Tamara Kelly
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Explore the creative possibilities of raw metal fabrication, flame, texture, and stone setting in this intensive two-day workshop. Starting from scratch, you’ll melt down silver scraps to pour your own custom ingot, then mill it into a thick sheet of metal to create a bold, wide-band ring.
You’ll learn the art of reticulation, using a torch to intentionally wrinkle and crater the surface of silver, creating dramatic, organic textures that make every piece unique. You’ll also explore mixed-metal granulation, learning how to fuse small silver or gold spheres onto your textured band for added depth and contrast.
Once your ring is constructed, the focus shifts to precision stone setting. You’ll learn how to fabricate flush tube or bezel settings, cut custom seats, and securely set your choice of vibrant gemstones.
By the end of the weekend, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind reticulated statement ring that balances dramatic texture with refined metalwork and colorful stone accents.
All materials and tools will be provided.
Screen Printing Workshop
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, February 20 and 21, from 10 am to 1 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Miles Labitzke
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Come print with us! Join our two-day workshop and explore various screen printing techniques. You'll learn how to create multicolored prints on paper or fabric using stencils and screen burning. Bring your own image, and we’ll guide you through the process to bring it to life!
Please bring something to take notes with such as a sketchpad or notebook and ideas for imagery.
Glass & Glow: Stained Glass Workshop
Date: Saturday, February 20, from 1 pm to 6 pm
Fee: $145/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Create your own glowing work of art in this beginner-friendly stained glass workshop. Participants will design and assemble a custom suncatcher or nightlight using colorful glass and traditional techniques. Choose from a selection of simple patterns or bring your own ideas to life as you learn how to cut, shape, and assemble glass into a finished piece that beautifully captures and reflects light.
This class is designed to be approachable, creative, and fun—no prior experience is necessary. Students will be guided through the fundamentals of stained glass, including basic design principles, safe glass cutting, copper foiling, and soldering, with plenty of hands-on instruction and support along the way.
By the end of the session, each student will complete a unique stained glass piece—either a suncatcher (up to 7" x 7") or a nightlight (up to 5" x 5")—ready to display in your home or give as a gift.
All supplies provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
Kids' Drawing
Dates: Sundays, February 21 - March 21, from 1:30 am - 3:30 pm
Fee: $200/discount with member code
Ages: 10-16
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Drawing is both fun and easy to learn! In this engaging class, we’ll explore a variety of subjects, including landscapes, animals, flowers, and still life. You'll have the opportunity to work with different drawing media while learning key techniques such as contrast, highlights and shadows, composition, and more. Each subject will be taught step by step, making it simple to follow along and create beautiful, finished artwork with confidence!
All supplies provided.
Travel and Nature Sketching with Pencil, Pen and Watercolors
Dates: Sundays, February 21 - March 21, from 4:30 pm - 7 pm
Fee: $215/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Living in the Beautiful Pacific Northwest, one can be inspired by our amazing environment on a daily basis! In this class, you'll learn all about how to draw and paint nature, scenery, and the environment with Pencil, Pen, and Watercolor, in this exciting new class!
All supplies provided.
Figure Drawing in Charcoal
Dates: Sundays, February 21 - March 7, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $225/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Learn how to create realistic drawings using the methods and principles developed by the Old Masters. This course focuses on the foundations of classical drawing, including proportion, structure, accuracy, and rendering form to create the illusion of depth on a flat surface.
Working from a live, nude model, students will learn how classical drawing principles developed and why they remain essential for artists seeking both precision and expressive results. Through guided instruction, you’ll begin with a careful block-in to establish accurate proportions and structure before developing the drawing through value, form, and detail.
By the end of the course, you’ll create a realistic, carefully rendered drawing while building a strong foundation in classical drawing techniques.
Students should bring the following materials:
Charcoal pencils
White charcoal pencil
Razor blade or box cutter
Sandpaper
Blending stump
Small piece of old fabric
Kneaded eraser
Tuff eraser
18" × 24" drawing board
18" × 24" piece of toned drawing paper
Newsprint or other padding for the drawing board
Drawing
Dates: Wednesdays, February 24 - March 24, from 6:30 pm - 9 pm
Fee: $200/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Discover how enjoyable and accessible drawing can be! In this class, we’ll explore a variety of subjects—including landscapes, animals, flowers, and still life—using different drawing media. You'll develop essential skills such as working with contrast, highlights and shadows, and creating strong compositions. Each subject will be taught step by step, making it easy to follow along and build confidence as you complete beautiful, finished pieces.
All supplies included.
Drawing People and Portraits
Dates: Thursdays, February 25 - March 25, from 1:30 pm –3:30 pm
Fee: $200/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Have you ever wanted to draw people? In this engaging class, you'll learn the fundamentals of drawing portraits, caricatures, and figures in a variety of dynamic poses and everyday activities while building confidence in capturing expression, proportion, and movement.
All supplies included.
Lampwork Glass Beadmaking
Dates: Saturday, February 27, from 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
If you’re fascinated by baubles, bangles, and beads, this is the class for you! Make a wide variety of beads as you learn the basic skills of heating Moretti (soft) glass, applying it to a mandrel, and shaping it with tools.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Weekend Beginning Silversmithing
Date: Saturday & Sunday, February 27 - 28, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheet and wire. We will begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. They will also learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All supplies and tools will be provided.
Flameworking Open Studio
Dates: Sunday, February 28, 2 pm - 6 pm
Fee: $105 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
This is an opportunity to rent time with the help of an instructor present.
Each individual in the open studio will bring their own glass supplies (aside from tools) to make projects they have an interest in making. There will not be a demo but there will be a teacher there to help answer glass-related questions, change out propane and oxygen tanks, and help with the annealer.
Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Make Your Own Flameworked Chain
Date: Saturday, March 6, from 1 pm to 6 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Discover the process of creating wearable chains and linked forms using borosilicate glass in this one-day flameworking workshop. Through demonstrations and guided practice, participants will learn how to pull, shape, bend, and connect glass links to create flexible chain structures that balance durability with delicate visual rhythm.
Students will explore foundational flameworking techniques, including pulling stringers, forming consistent links, welding components together, and achieving clean cold seals. Along the way, the class will examine how repetition, movement, scale, and pattern can be used to develop unique wearable or sculptural designs.
Each participant will create a finished borosilicate glass chain in clear or colored glass that can function as a necklace or be incorporated into future sculptural work.
This workshop is appropriate for beginners as well as students looking to expand their flameworking practice through wearable and modular forms.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Weekend Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing - Jewelry Workshop
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, March 13 - 14, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents additional techniques and, working side by side with other students, creates individual projects, thereby broadening the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific Time and select priority mail only; you will most likely receive your product within two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Make Your Own Fused Glass Serving Set
Date: Saturday, March 13, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $155/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Learn the fundamentals of glass fusing while designing and creating your own serving set. In this one-day workshop, participants will create original compositions using colorful glass that is then kiln-fired and slumped into finished tableware.
Students can choose one of three project formats: a statement set (one large plate or bowl paired with two smaller matching pieces), a social set (two medium plates, dishes, or bowls), or a coaster set (six coasters). Designs will be created using a curated selection of colored sheet glass for added depth, pattern, and expression.
Throughout the class, participants will learn foundational kiln-forming techniques, including glass cutting, composition, color layering, and safe studio practices. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to experiment with color, form, and light.
After the workshop, all pieces will be kiln-fired and available for pickup as finished glassware ready for everyday use.
All supplies provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
Luminous Layers: Exploring Transparency & Composition with Encaustic & Collage
Date: Sunday, March 14, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $215/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Unlock the magic of wax and paper in this hands-on encaustic collage workshop. Discover how to harness transparency, depth, and composition to create layered, dynamic works of art.
Through playful experimentation with encaustic medium, you’ll push beyond traditional collage techniques—melting, embedding, and revealing unexpected textures. Perfect for artists looking to elevate their design skills while having fun with a mix of vintage papers, photographs, and textured elements. Whether you're new to encaustic or a seasoned pro, this class will ignite fresh ideas and inspire you to work more intuitively. Join us and let wax and paper transform your creative process!
All supplies provided.
Dress for mess!
Beginning/Intermediate Silversmithing
Dates: Tuesdays, March 16 - April 4, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheets and wire. Begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. Learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All tools and supplies provided.
Intermediate/Advanced Silversmithing - Jewelry Workshop
Dates: Wednesday, March 17 - April 7, from 6:00-9:00 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Bonnie AuBuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
*Students must have taken the Beginning-Intermediate Silversmithing course or have the instructor's permission to take this class.
*Student must provide their own supplies. See suggestions below.
Returning students are welcome!
After learning basic silversmithing skills at the beginning of class, students can hone those skills with guided individual projects. The instructor presents more techniques and working side by side with other students creating their individual projects broadens the experience.
Suggested supplies- Rio Grande product numbers. Supplies are also available at Seattle Findings in Lynnwood.
24 gauge 3x2 inch sterling silver sheet (925 dead soft) #100460
20 gauge round wire 2 feet (925 dead soft) #100320
14 gauge 1-foot round wire (925 dead soft) #100314
Fine silver strip (999) 3/16 inch x 1 foot #104030
Ordering suggestion: Order supplies by noon Pacific time and only choose priority mail and you will most times get your product in two days. FedEx and UPS change delivery times and don't deliver on weekends.
Homeschool Art Day: Beaded Wind Chimes
Date: Friday, March 19, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $25
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Create a colorful wind chime inspired by nature! Students will explore basic beading techniques, pattern, color, and sound while designing a one-of-a-kind hanging sculpture. Each student will create a finished wind chime to take home.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Weekend Beginning Silversmithing
Date: Saturday & Sunday, March 20 - 21, from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Bonnie Aubuchon
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Beginning students will learn how to fabricate jewelry from metal sheet and wire. We will begin with basic skills such as forging, soldering, and setting cabochon stones. They will also learn to use a jeweler's saw and other hand tools.
Returning students are welcome!
All supplies and tools will be provided.
Heavy Metal Cuffs: Ingot Forging & Stone Setting
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, March 27 - 28, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $ 285/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Tamara Kelly
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Take your metal fabrication skills to a larger scale in this intensive two-day workshop focused on creating a bold, textured silver cuff. Starting with silver scraps, you’ll pour your own custom ingot and process it through a rolling mill to create a substantial cuff blank.
You’ll learn macro-reticulation, using a torch to intentionally wrinkle and crater the surface of a large silver sheet, creating dramatic, organic texture. You’ll also explore mixed-metal granulation techniques to add depth and contrast to your design.
On the second day, you’ll focus on forming and stone setting. Using studio stakes and heavy mallets, you’ll shape your textured metal into a comfortable cuff tailored to your wrist. You’ll then learn how to adapt, level, and solder a custom bezel cup onto the curved bracelet band to securely hold a statement gemstone.
You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind reticulated silver cuff featuring dramatic texture, mixed-metal accents, and a prominent gemstone.
Materials & Supplies:
To personalize your cuff, please bring gemstones: One large, calibrated or organic-cut, flat-backed cabochon, such as labradorite, turquoise, jasper, or agate. Ideal sizes range from 15–30 mm. Please avoid ultra-fragile or soft stones, such as opals, which can crack under setting pressure.
Magnifying eyewear/Optivisor: Highly recommended for seeing fine details during the stone-setting portion of the workshop.
Sketchbook or notebook: For sketching your design and calculating wrist measurements.
Homeschool Art Day: Scrape Painting
Date: Friday, April 23, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $25
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Get creative with paint in this fun and experimental painting class! Students will use scraping tools and unexpected techniques to spread, layer, mix, and manipulate paint, creating colorful and expressive artworks while exploring texture, movement, and composition.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Homeschool Art Day: Still Life Drawing
Date: Friday, May 14, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $25
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Slow down and learn to really look! Students will practice observational drawing by working from a still life arrangement, exploring shape, proportion, value, texture, and composition. This class encourages careful observation while helping students build confidence in their drawing skills.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Homeschool Art Day: Paper Mosaics
Date: Friday, June 11, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $25
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Create colorful artwork one piece at a time! Students will learn how to use small pieces of paper to build a mosaic, exploring color, pattern, composition, and repetition. A fun, accessible introduction to mosaic-making using simple materials.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Spoon Carving for Beginners
Dates: Sunday, August 30, from 10 am - 5 pm
Fee: $135/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
In this one-day workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of carving a wooden kitchen spoon, one of the most practical and rewarding introductions to woodcarving. You’ll be guided through the full process, including wood selection, understanding grain direction, preparing spoon blanks, safe and effective carving techniques, shaping the bowl and handle, and applying a traditional food-safe oil finish.
This hands-on class is designed for beginners, but also valuable for anyone wanting to build stronger carving skills. By the end of the workshop, students will leave with a handcrafted spoon and the confidence to continue future carving projects at home.
Students will need to bring to class:
1- FLEXCUT Detail Knife
KN13
2- PFEIL "Swiss Made" Intermediate #7 Gouge, 10mm Bent Gouge
3- F Clamps
4- Carving glove
Also, remember to bring a lunch as this is a whole day class, and there will be a break to eat.
Pine Needle Basketry
Date: Saturday, August 29, from 1:00-4:00 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginning
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Marion Richards
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Discover the enchanting world of Pine Needle Basketry in our beginner-friendly art class! In this hands-on workshop, you'll embark on a creative journey as you learn the art of crafting small pine needle baskets from scratch.
Students will learn how to…
start a small basket using a base
coil the basket
how to use the pine needles
Students will create a small pine needle basket.
*All materials provided
Lampwork Glass Beadmaking
Dates: Saturday, August 29, from 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Fee: $155 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Staci Adman
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
If you’re fascinated by baubles, bangles, and beads, this is the class for you! Make a wide variety of beads as you learn the basic skills of heating Moretti (soft) glass, applying it to a mandrel, and shaping it with tools.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Reticulated & Fused Band with Stone Workshop
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, August 29–30, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $ 275/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Tamara Kelly
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
In this hands-on metalsmithing workshop, students will create a unique sterling silver band with rich reticulated texture, bronze accents, and a bezel-set stone. Participants will explore how controlled heat transforms metal into organic patterns while learning fusing and stone-setting techniques.
The band starts as plain metal and, through reticulation, develops ripples and natural texture. Fusing adds contrasting layers and depth, while the bezel-set stone provides a polished finishing touch. This process encourages a balance between technical precision and the expressive beauty of fire-formed metal.
Students may bring recycled silver scraps (old rings, earrings, or other gold or silver jewelry). Additional recycled metal will be available for purchase from the instructor during class. For questions regarding potential supply fees, please get in touch with the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
By the end of class, each student will take home a finished, wearable ring—textured, fused, and stone-set—completely unique.
What to Bring
Closed-toe shoes
Hair ties for long hair
Notebook for sketches and notes
Optional: personal cabochon stone (flat-backed, 6–12 mm)
Optional: recycled silver scraps or old jewelry, old gold pieces, rings, chains, or a single earring
Blown Glass On The Torch: Hollow Forms
Date: Sundays, August 23 - September 13, from 1 pm to 6 pm
Fee: $385 / discount with member code
Ages: 21+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Step into the world of flameworking and learn to shape molten borosilicate glass into beautiful hollow forms. In this hands-on class, students will explore the fundamentals of working with an oxy/propane torch while creating small blown vessels and functional objects.
Through demonstrations and guided practice, participants will learn how to apply vibrant colors and patterns to clear glass blanks and shape them into forms such as small vases, cups, goblets, ornaments, pipes, and plant watering bulbs. Essential techniques covered include blowing, condensing, pulling, and opening lips.
This class is perfect for beginners excited to work with fire and glass in a supportive studio environment. By the end of the workshop, students will take home several unique handmade pieces and a solid foundation in hollow borosilicate glass techniques.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes. Bring excitement, a good attitude, and snacks!
Introduction to Lapidary
Dates: Saturdays, August 22, 29 & September 5, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Fee: $200/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Leslie Dickinson
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio
Discover the art of lapidary—the process of cutting, shaping, and polishing stones into beautiful cabochons for use in jewelry. In this hands-on class, students will work with agate and jasper slabs to create several unique cabochons of varying sizes and shapes.
Students will learn how to evaluate a stone slab to determine the best placement for a design, safely use a trim saw to cut rough shapes, create and use a dopping stick for handling stones during the polishing process, and grind and polish their pieces to a professional finish. By the end of the class, each student will leave with several finished cabochons ready to be set into jewelry or added to a collection.
No prior lapidary experience is required. All stones and materials are provided.
Gel Printing with Botanicals
Date: Saturday, August 22, from 12 pm - 3 pm
Fee: $115 discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
In this workshop, students will be introduced to Gel Plate Printmaking using an 8" x 10" gel plate and acrylic paint. We’ll learn to work with leaves, ferns, branches, and flowers to build unique botanical gel prints. Our goal will be to create botanical monoprints and monotypes that can stand on their own, but gel-printed papers are also excellent material for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
Students will learn:
A basic understanding of how paints and papers may impact gel prints, including thick vs. thin papers, opaque vs. transparent layers, and “What is the right amount of paint?”
• How to use botanical items, such as leaves, ferns, and flowers as textures and masks for gel printing.
• How to clean, care for, and store a gel printing plate.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Make It Now: Floats
Date: Saturday, August 22
Fee: $99 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own blown float in 20 minutes or less!
All supplies provided. Reservations are required. Your float will be ready for pick up 48 hours later.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Make It Now: Open Studio
Date: Sunday, August 16
Fee: $99/ discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own blown glass piece in 20 minutes or less! Choose from a float, flower, ornament, drinking glass, mushroom, or heart.
All supplies provided. Reservations are required. Your piece will be ready for pickup 48 hours later.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add a product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Make It Now: Floats
Date: Saturday, August 15
Fee: $99 / discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own blown float in 20 minutes or less!
All supplies provided. Reservations are required. Your float will be ready for pick up 48 hours later.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes.
Intro to Glass Mosaics
Dates: Fridays, August 14 – September 4, from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
Welcome to the vibrant world of mosaics! In this hands-on introductory workshop, you'll learn the essential techniques needed to create beautiful mosaic art.
Students will be introduced to the basics of cutting and nipping glass, working with various adhesives and substrates, choosing and placing tesserae, and applying different grouting methods. You'll also explore three distinct mosaic techniques: glass on wood, glass on glass, and the indirect method.
Projects include a glass-on-wood mosaic, a glass sun catcher, and an indirect cast mosaic.
All materials are provided, but you're welcome to bring personal items or special pieces to incorporate into your designs.
Perspective Drawing for Urban Sketching
Dates: Monday - Wednesday, August 10 - 12, from 5 pm to 7:30 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All Levels
Sessions: 3
Instructor: JoElle Gragilla
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Linear perspective is the key to drawing with greater accuracy, depth, and a convincing sense of three-dimensional space. This class is ideal for anyone interested in urban sketching or for those who want to build confidence drawing buildings, vehicles, figures, and everyday street scenes.
We’ll begin by learning the fundamentals of linear perspective through clear, practical exercises. Once the basics are established, we’ll take those skills outside—weather permitting—to sketch from life in the surrounding urban environment. Working on location, students will observe and draw directly from the architecture, streets, and activity around them, gaining confidence applying perspective in real-world settings.
All levels are welcome. The course focuses on practical techniques that will help you better understand structure, space, and proportion in your drawings.
All supplies are included.
Watercolor at the Waterfront
Dates: Monday - Wednesday, August 10 - 12, from 11 am to 4 pm
Fee: $275/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All Levels
Sessions: 3
Instructor: JoElle Gragilla
Location: The Jetty Bar & Grille, 1028 13th Street, Everett, WA 98201
This watercolor workshop introduces the fundamentals of painting and how to take those skills outdoors to work en plein air—painting directly from life. Slowing down, observing closely, and responding to the landscape are at the heart of this class, as nature becomes both the subject and the teacher.
We’ll meet each day at The Jetty Bar & Grille, located on the scenic Everett waterfront. After a brief demonstration and discussion of techniques—such as washes, wet-into-wet and wet-into-dry painting, and color mixing—we’ll disperse to nearby waterfront locations to paint the marina, islands, mountains, and working harbor.
All levels are welcome, from complete beginners to those with some experience. The class focuses on essential techniques you’ll return to again and again while building confidence painting outdoors.
All materials are provided for use during the workshop.
Please bring lunch or snacks, a water bottle, and whatever you need to be comfortable working outside—such as a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and/or a portable seat. We will plan to paint near the grassy areas around the waterfront; shaded spots are often available, though as this is a public space, they cannot be guaranteed.
Cartooning Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Thursday, August 10 - 13, from 11:00 am -1:00 pm
Fee: $195/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Write! Draw! Ink! This workshop teaches the process of cartooning and caricature drawing. Students will follow along on a step-by-step basis to draw some favorite characters as well as create their own characters and write and draw their own stories.
All supplies will be provided.
Create and Play! Summer Camp (August 10 - 13 | Ages 5 - 7)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, August 10 - 13, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 5-7 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Mara Thornton
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Get ready for a week full of imagination, exploration, and hands-on fun! In this 4-day camp, students will dive into a variety of creative projects that encourage play, experimentation, and self-expression.
We’ll explore painting, clay, mixed media, and other playful art activities to create colorful, one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Students will experiment with texture, pattern, and design while bringing their ideas to life in bold and imaginative ways.
Every project encourages creativity, storytelling, and problem-solving — all while helping students see the world through their own art-making and make new friends along the way.
Please bring a lunch and get ready for a week of artistic adventure and playful creativity!
All supplies will be provided.
Create with Clay Summer Camp (August 10 - 13 | Ages 8 - 10)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, August 10 - 13, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 8-10 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and bring your ideas to life in clay! In this hands-on 4-day class, students will explore the world of form, texture, and design through creative clay projects.
We’ll experiment with shaping, molding, and sculpting clay to create both functional and decorative pieces. Students will learn techniques such as hand-building, coil and slab construction, and basic surface texturing to make unique artworks.
Through demonstrations and guided projects, participants will explore clay techniques while creating bold, tactile pieces they can be proud of. Come ready to shape, sculpt, and bring your ideas to life!
All supplies are provided. Please bring a lunch and dress for mess!
Painting Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, August 3 - 7, from 2:00 pm -4:00 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Acrylics are one of the most versatile media ever invented! Bright, luminous colors, ease of use, and infinite techniques make acrylic painting a boundless, creative choice. Whether you are intrigued by acrylic's potential or have worked in acrylic for years, this summer art camp has something for everyone!
Designed specifically for kids aged 10-16, we will cover the basics of composition, light & shadow, color harmony, and perspective. You will have the opportunity to paint a variety of summer-themed subjects: beaches, oceans, mountains, sunsets, flowers, and more. We will delve into some of the alternative techniques acrylics have to offer: washes, layering, dripping, sponging, spraying, textured mediums, collage, etc!
This summer art camp is the perfect opportunity for young artists to expand their creative horizons and learn new techniques.
All supplies will be provided.
Drawing Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, August 3 -7, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Drawing is extremely easy and fun! We will be drawing a variety of subjects, such as landscapes, animals, flowers, and still lifes in this class. We will be working in several drawing media and will be covering contrast, highlights, shadow, and composition in this exciting class!
The subjects will be taught step-by-step. You will be able to follow along with the steps to achieve beautiful finished projects!
All supplies will be provided.
Around the World Summer Camp (August 3 - 6 | Ages 5 - 7)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, August 3 -6, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 5-7 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Mara Thornton
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Embark on a creative journey around the world! In this 4-day camp, students will explore different countries, cultures, and traditions while seeing the world through the lens of art. Projects may be inspired by traditional art from each region or by a famous building or landmark unique to that place.
We’ll experiment with painting, model magic, and mixed media to design colorful portraits, landscapes, and scenes full of texture and pattern.
From vibrant city streets to peaceful natural landscapes, every project encourages creativity, storytelling, and a celebration of the world’s diversity — all while helping students experience the joy of seeing the world through their own art-making and making new friends along the way.
Please bring a lunch and dress for mess as we set off on an artistic adventure that spans the globe!
All supplies will be provided.
Mosaic Makers Summer Camp (August 3 -6 | Ages 8 - 10)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, August 3 -6, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 8-10 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Get ready to create colorful, sparkling works of art! In this hands-on mosaic workshop, students will roll up their sleeves and explore the world of pattern, color, and design.
We’ll experiment with arranging tiles, glass, and other materials to create vibrant mosaics. Students will learn how to plan designs, cut and shape pieces safely, and assemble them into both flat and dimensional artworks.
Through demonstrations and guided projects, participants will explore texture, color, and composition while creating bold, eye-catching pieces they can be proud of. Come ready to design, arrange, and bring your ideas to life!
All supplies are provided. Please bring a lunch and dress for mess!
Drawing and Painting Pets Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, July 27 -31, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Have you ever wanted to draw and paint a portrait of your pet? Learn how to draw and paint pet portraits in a variety of interesting poses, going about their daily activities in this exciting class!
All supplies will be provided.
Drawing and Painting Sea Creatures Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, July 27 - 31, from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Dive into drawing and painting the fascinating world of sea creatures! In this class, students will explore the beauty, movement, and diversity of ocean life using a variety of drawing and painting techniques and media.
Through step-by-step instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on practice, participants will learn expressive and playful approaches to illustrating marine animals — from flowing jellyfish and darting fish to majestic sea turtles and whales. We’ll focus on gesture drawing to capture movement, as well as structure and detail to create dynamic, believable artwork.
A series of guided demos will help students build the skills needed to create vibrant, true-to-life drawings and paintings of their favorite sea creatures. Open to all levels of experience.
All supplies will be provided.
Puppeteers Summer Camp (July 27 - 30 | Ages 8 - 10)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 27 - 30, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 8-10 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
In this hands-on 4-day class, students will explore the world of puppetry, character design, and movement through creative projects.
Students will build and decorate puppets using a variety of materials, including fabric, paper, clay, and recycled objects. They’ll learn techniques for creating movable parts, expressive faces, and unique characters, and discover how to bring their puppets to life through performance.
Through demonstrations and guided projects, participants will develop puppetry skills while creating imaginative, interactive puppets they can use in stories and shows.
All supplies are provided. Please bring a lunch and dress for mess!
Superhero Adventure Summer Camp (July 27 - 30 | Ages 5 - 7)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 27 - 30, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 5-7 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Mara Thornton
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Get ready to unleash your inner hero! In this action-packed 4-day camp, students will dream up their very own superheroes — complete with epic powers, daring backstories, and bold costumes.
We’ll design dynamic hero portraits, sculpt power necklaces, and create comic-style scenes bursting with movement and adventure. From masks and emblems to secret lairs and city skylines, every project will bring each student’s unique hero universe to life.
Whether your hero can fly, control the weather, talk to animals, or invent incredible gadgets, this camp is all about imagination, creativity, and super-powered fun!
Please bring a lunch and get ready for an action-filled artistic adventure!
All supplies will be provided.
Jewelry Making on the Torch
Date: Sunday, July 26, from 12 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
Explore the art of flame-worked glass in this dynamic one-day workshop. Using a 4,000-degree torch and specialized tools, students will create unique glass earrings, pendants, and brooches.
Through live demonstrations and guided practice, participants will learn the fundamentals of working with solid glass, including techniques for sculpting, surface design, and creating luminous depth and dimension. With individual support throughout, each student will develop their own style and leave with a collection of beautiful, wearable pieces.
No experience necessary—this class is perfect for beginners as well as those looking to expand their skills.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Make It Now: Votives
Date: Sunday, July 26
Fee: $99/ discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Get a taste of glassblowing while working with our skilled team of glassblowers to create your own blown glass votive in 30 minutes or less!
All supplies provided. Reservations are required. Your votive will be ready for pick up 48 hours later.
NOTE: Only one person per time slot. You must select a time, fill out the form, and add the product to your cart for each time slot you’d like to reserve.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing and closed-toed shoes.