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!

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.

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.

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

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!

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, September 26 - 27, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $225/ 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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Dates: Monday- Wednesday, September 28-30, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $275/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All Levels
Sessions: 3
Instructor: JoElle Gragilla
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio, The Jetty Bar and Grille, 1028 13th St, 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.

The first full day of class will take place at Schack Art Center, where we’ll begin with demonstrations and practice of techniques such as washes, wet-into-wet and wet-into-dry painting, and color mixing. On the second and third days, we’ll meet for the first hour of class at the Jetty Bar and Grille on Everett’s scenic waterfront and then head out from there 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.

Dates: Monday- Wednesday, September 28-30, 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.

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.

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.

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.

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)

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.

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:

• Flex Cut Knife

All other supplies will be provided.

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:

• Stack of Newsprint

• Conte B Charcoal Pencils

• 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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

Date: Thursday & Friday, October 8- 9, from 5:30 pm p.m.- 7:30 p.m
Fee: $125/ member; discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1

Celebrate the art and traditions of Día de Muertos by creating your own Catrina! Inspired by Mexico’s iconic Catrinas and their elaborate, expressive style, you’ll use papier-mâché and recycled materials to build a one-of-a-kind figure full of personality.

Explore shape, texture, color, clothing, and unexpected materials as you learn the basics of building and shaping a three-dimensional papier-mâché sculpture. Along the way, learn about the history and cultural significance of the Catrina and its connection to Día de Muertos.

No two Catrinas will be alike! Come ready to create, experiment, and have fun while bringing your own unique character to life.

All supplies provided.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

• Panel sized 8x10 or 9x12

• Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)

• Blue Shop Paper towels

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Dates: Thursday & Friday, October 15 - 16, from 12 pm to 2:30 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Ursula Burnham
Location: Schack Art Center, Silversmithing Studio

Discover the art of jewelry making in this hands-on class where you’ll design and craft your own unique set of mixed metal stacking rings using sterling silver, copper, bronze, and fine silver. Perfect for beginners and intermediate students, this class introduces you to the essential techniques of metalwork—cutting, soldering, drilling, shaping, sanding, polishing, and combining metals for beautifully layered results.

Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, you'll gain confidence working with jeweler’s tools and torches while learning how to:

• Properly measure and cut ring bands to size

• Solder different metals using a jeweler’s torch

• Shape and polish rings to a professional finish

• Create stylish combinations with contrasting metals

• Add your own creative touches for a truly custom design

You'll leave class with a beautiful, custom-fit stack of rings that reflect your personal style—and the skills to continue creating beyond the studio.

All materials and tools are provided.
No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity!

All tools and supplies provided.

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.

Date: Saturday, October 17

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

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.

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.

Dates: Sunday, October 18, 25 & November 1, from 10 am - 1 pm
Fee: $125/ member discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Jennifer Fernandez
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Have you ever had a difficult critique experience or wished you could look at art and better understand why you like or dislike it? This class explores the art of looking and provides practical tools for thoughtfully engaging with artwork—whether you’re visiting a gallery, participating in a critique group, or looking at your own work with fresh eyes.

Students will learn the Description, Analysis, and Interpretation method of critique before exploring an adapted version of Liz Lerman’s Critical Response Process. Through examples by a range of artists and optional discussion of student work, you’ll practice giving and receiving constructive feedback while building confidence, curiosity, and community.

No art experience is required—just a willingness to look closely and share your perspective.

Date: Sunday, October 18
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.

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.

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.

Date: Thursday, November 21, from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 pm
Fee: $90/ discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 & 2

Create a colorful set of one-of-a-kind glass mosaic coasters! Students will explore the basics of mosaic design while experimenting with an assortment of colorful glass tiles to create their own unique patterns, images, or abstract designs.

Learn how to plan a mosaic composition, select and arrange glass tiles, and assemble the pieces into finished coasters. This fun, hands-on class is a great introduction to the process of creating glass mosaics, with plenty of room for creativity and personal expression.

Students will create two unique glass mosaic coasters, each featuring their own design and combination of colorful glass tiles.

All supplies provided.

Date: Friday, October 23, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m
Fee: $90/ member; discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Emily Mallory
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1

Discover the colorful and surprisingly simple art of iris folding while creating a collection of beautiful handmade greeting cards! Using strips of paper folded and layered into eye-catching patterns, you’ll create several festive designs inspired by the winter holidays and the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Play with color, pattern, and composition to create cards that are uniquely yours—perfect for sending to friends and family or keeping as little works of art.

All supplies provided.

Date: Friday, October 23, from 1 pm to 3:30 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Ursula Burnham
Location: Schack Art Center, Silversmithing Studio

Learn how to create handmade earwires and assemble matching earrings using essential wire-working techniques. In this class, students will practice looping, shaping, filing, hardening, and attaching dangles, as well as making decorative headpins from wire. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with three to four completed earring sets and the skills needed to continue creating your own earrings at home.

Student Materials List: (not provided by instructor):

• Beads, charms, findings, spacer beads, and or gemstone drops (an assortment). Here are some sources:

Blueberry Beads

Fire Mountain Gems

Alexander’s Bead Bazaar

*The instructor will also have a limited amount of beads available for purchase.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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!

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:

• Strathmore 400 Smooth Drawing 18x24

• Graphite Pencils

• 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

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.

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.

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!

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!)

Canvas panels

Canvas paper

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.

Palette Paper

Shop Towels

Artist Tape

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