Date: Saturday, June 27, from 1:00 pm -3:00 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginning
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Farren Haygood
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1

Learn how to transform paper into beautiful blooms. Paper Florist Farren, of Farren Celeste, will teach you how to make realistic paper Ranunculus flowers that won’t wilt or die.

No experience or hand cutting required! Pre-cut, premium cardstock paper petals are provided. This makes learning fun and approachable, while achieving detail that would not be possible by hand.

The workshop includes step-by-step instructions that will make gorgeous paper flowers that you can take home. 

*All materials provided

Dates: Sunday, July 19, from 12 pm to 4 pm
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Adam Wallace
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio

Create your own glowing work of art in this beginner-friendly stained glass workshop. Participants will design and assemble a custom suncatcher or nightlight using colorful glass and traditional techniques. Choose from a selection of simple patterns or bring your own ideas to life as you learn how to cut, shape, and assemble glass into a finished piece that beautifully captures and reflects light.

This class is designed to be approachable, creative, and fun—no prior experience is necessary. Students will be guided through the fundamentals of stained glass, including basic design principles, safe glass cutting, copper foiling, and soldering, with plenty of hands-on instruction and support along the way.

By the end of the session, each student will complete a unique stained glass piece—either a suncatcher (up to 7" x 7") or a nightlight (up to 5" x 5")—ready to display in your home or give as a gift.

All supplies provided.

Please wear closed-toe shoes.

Date: Saturday & Sunday, August 1 - 2, from 9:30 am–4:30 pm
Fee: $295/ discount with member code
Ages: 12 - 17
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

This figure drawing class offers students the opportunity to work from a professional live, fully clothed model while building strong observational and technical skills. Poses will begin with short gestures and gradually progress into longer, sustained poses, allowing students to develop both speed and accuracy in their drawings.

Class sessions include demonstrations, guided practice, and one-on-one critique. Instruction focuses on a classical realism approach, helping students strengthen their understanding of proportion, structure, and form.

Students will learn the fundamentals of figure drawing and create multiple drawings throughout the course that reflect their growing confidence and skill.

There will be a one-hour break for stretching and refreshment during class each day, so please remember to bring a lunch or snack.

Materials list to bring to class:

Pencils (choose one):

• Staedtler Mars Lumograph set (6 pencils), or

• 3 each of: H, F, HB, 2B, 4B (Staedtler Mars Lumograph)

Paper:

• Strathmore 400 Drawing Pad (18" x 24")

• Newsprint Pad (18" x 24")

Erasers:

• Kneaded eraser

• Vinyl eraser

Tools & Supplies:

• Box cutter or X-Acto knife

• 220 grit sandpaper

• Artist tape

• Pencil pouch (for storage)

Drawing Surface:

• Drawing board or foam core board (larger than your paper size)

*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org

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!

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, August 29–30, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $ 275/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Level: Intermediate
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Tamara Kelly
Location: Schack Art Center, Metalsmithing Studio

In this hands-on metalsmithing workshop, students will create a unique sterling silver band with rich reticulated texture, bronze accents, and a bezel-set stone. Participants will explore how controlled heat transforms metal into organic patterns while learning fusing and stone-setting techniques.

The band starts as plain metal and, through reticulation, develops ripples and natural texture. Fusing adds contrasting layers and depth, while the bezel-set stone provides a polished finishing touch. This process encourages a balance between technical precision and the expressive beauty of fire-formed metal.

Students may bring recycled silver scraps (old rings, earrings, or other gold or silver jewelry). Additional recycled metal will be available for purchase from the instructor during class. For questions regarding potential supply fees, please get in touch with the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org

By the end of class, each student will take home a finished, wearable ring—textured, fused, and stone-set—completely unique.

What to Bring

• Closed-toe shoes

• Hair ties for long hair

• Notebook for sketches and notes

• Optional: personal cabochon stone (flat-backed, 6–12 mm)

• Optional: recycled silver scraps or old jewelry, old gold pieces, rings, chains, or a single earring

Date: Saturday & Sunday, September 19 - 20, from 10 am to 4 pm

Fee: $295/discount with member code

Ages: 18+

Levels: Beginning/Intermediate

Sessions: 2

Instructor: Maren Oates

Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2

In this two-day workshop, students will explore the creative possibilities of gel plate printmaking using an 8” × 10” gel plate. We’ll begin by experimenting with the playful, spontaneous side of the process—layering colors, textures, and marks to discover how this versatile, non-traditional printing method works.

Once everyone becomes comfortable with the materials and techniques, we’ll shift toward a more intentional approach, using our prints to build layered abstract compositions. Along the way, students will learn how to create depth, balance, and visual interest through thoughtful color choices, pattern, and texture.

This class encourages curiosity and experimentation while also guiding students toward developing their own unique visual language. By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with a collection of vibrant prints and a deeper understanding of how to combine spontaneity with design.

While some gel plate printmaking experience may be helpful, it is not required to fully participate in this workshop.

All supplies are provided by the instructor, but an apron and sketchbook are recommended.

There will be a 30-minute lunch break each day.