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.
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)
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.
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.
Catrinas Papier-Mâché Sculpture
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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- Carving glove
*Students should plan to bring the required tools listed above. If you’re registering at the last minute and don’t have time to order online, or if you prefer not to shop through Amazon, Woodcraft of Seattle in Georgetown is another option. They carry all of the required tools, and we recommend checking their current inventory before visiting.
We will also have a few extra tools available in class for students who forget something or don’t have exactly what is needed. If purchasing the tools would prevent you from taking the class, please reach out to us—we may be able to provide tools for you to use during class.
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.
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.
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.
Carving Wooden Christmas Ornaments
Dates: Thursdays, December 3 - 17, 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Spoon Carving
Dates: Thursdays, January 21, 28, and February 4, 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, Printmaking Studio
During this hands-on class, you will be making two spoons. Get started with the basic skills and safety practices while carving a simple and useful kitchen spoon. Continue to hone your skills as you carve a more decorative "love spoon" -- something often given as a gift. Learn about wood selection, preparing blanks, basic carving techniques, and traditional oil finishing. These skills will help you become prepared for future wood carving projects that you can use in another class or at home.
Students will need to bring to class:
Students will need to bring to class:
1- FLEXCUT Detail Knife
KN13
2- PFEIL "Swiss Made" Intermediate #7 Gouge, 10mm Bent Gouge
3- Carving glove
*Students should plan to bring the required tools listed above. If you’re registering at the last minute and don’t have time to order online, or if you prefer not to shop through Amazon, Woodcraft of Seattle in Georgetown is another option. They carry all of the required tools, and we recommend checking their current inventory before visiting.
We will also have a few extra tools available in class for students who forget something or don’t have exactly what is needed. If purchasing the tools would prevent you from taking the class, please reach out to us—we may be able to provide tools for you to use during class.
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.
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.
Mexican Art: Frida Kahlo-Inspired Heart
Date: Saturday & Sunday, February 6 - 7, from 10 a.m.- 12 p.m
Fee: $125/ member; discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Discover the vibrant world of Mexican art in this hands-on workshop, where you will create a colorful papier-mâché heart inspired by the iconic hearts often associated with Frida Kahlo’s artistic legacy. These beautifully adorned hearts, rooted in Mexican culture and now celebrated worldwide, symbolize love, resilience, and creativity.
All supplies provided.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
All About Sculpture Summer Camp (July 20 - 23 | Ages 8 - 10)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 20 - 23, 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
Ready to think in 3D? In this hands-on sculpture workshop, students will roll up their sleeves and dive into the world of building, carving, and casting!
We’ll explore a variety of sculpting techniques, including modeling forms by hand, carving into material to create dynamic 3D reliefs, and learning how casting works to reproduce dimensional designs. Students will even build their own armatures — the hidden “skeletons” that support larger sculptures — and see how structure helps bring creative ideas to life.
Through demonstrations and guided projects, participants will experiment with shape, texture, and form while creating bold, tactile artworks they can be proud of. Come ready to build, carve, and create in three dimensions!
All supplies are provided. Please bring a lunch and dress for mess!
Creating Critters: An Intro to Flameworking
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2 pm - 6 pm
Fee: $150/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Katelyn Moody
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
This beginner-friendly, one-day workshop introduces students to the fundamentals of flameworking with borosilicate glass while building confidence and creativity in glass sculpture. Through a series of guided demonstrations and hands-on projects, students will explore essential techniques such as flame chemistry, basic marble making, pulling and laying stringers, and sculpting small-scale solid forms.
As the class progresses, students will develop skills in shaping, twisting, and assembling glass, learning how to transform simple forms into more expressive, miniature sculptures. Safety practices and proper torch techniques are emphasized throughout, ensuring a supportive and approachable learning environment.
By the end of the workshop, students will have created several finished pieces, including a marble with a pendant loop, an icicle ornament, a textured heart using frit, and a small four-legged critter. Students will leave with a strong foundation in flameworking and the skills and inspiration to continue developing their work.
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Spring Plant Markers
Scholarships through the City of Everett are available for all Sorticulture classes! To apply, please fill out our form here!Date: Saturday, June 6, from 12 pm to 4 pm
Fee: $160/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mariah Cavanaugh
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame & Kiln Studio
In this class, students will learn how to sculpt small fruits and vegetables out of borosilicate glass to create small glass plant markers. Students will use a torch to melt and shape glass and tools to sculpt the glass.
These markers will be a lovely addition to house plants or an amazing, handcrafted way to mark the start of plants you're growing!
All supplies provided. Please wear cotton clothing without draped sleeves and closed-toed shoes.
Scholarships through the City of Everett are available for all Sorticulture classes! To apply, please fill out our form here!
Making Unique Fabric Mache Bowls
Date: Saturday, May 9, from 12 pm -4 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.
Spoon Carving for Beginners
Dates: Fridays, April 3, 10 & 17, 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, Studio 2
During this hands-on class, you will be making two spoons. Get started with the basic skills and safety practices while carving a simple and useful kitchen spoon. Continue to hone your skills as you carve a more decorative "love spoon" -- something often given as a gift. Learn about wood selection, preparing blanks, basic carving techniques, and traditional oil finishing. These skills will help you become prepared for future wood carving projects that you can use in another class or at home.
Students will need to bring to class:
Mexican Art: Frida Kahlo-Inspired Heart
Date: Saturday & Sunday, February 14 - 15, from 2 pm-4 pm
Fee: $125/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Discover the vibrant world of Mexican art in this hands-on workshop, where you will create a colorful papier-mâché heart inspired by the iconic hearts often associated with Frida Kahlo’s artistic legacy. These beautifully adorned hearts, rooted in Mexican culture and now celebrated worldwide, symbolize love, resilience, and creativity.
All supplies provided.
