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Adult Classes & Workshops
This page shows all of our adult classes by default, but you can select Pottery or Painting below to filter the options. We offer beginner-friendly classes in both Ceramics and Painting/Drawing, with expert instructors providing personalized guidance. Thanks to our small class sizes, we can assist artists of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced.
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4 Weeks of Pottery - Tuesday Evenings [July 7th]
Over the course of four weeks, students will learn basic handbuilding and wheel-throwing techniques and more involved ones including trimmin


Painting New Towns & Cities( 8 Wednesday's in July-August)
Embark on a vibrant 8-week artistic journey with renowned artist Erin Gillespie to capture the unique architecture, light, and cultural essence of Seattle, Melbourne, Austin, and Porto. Working from curated reference photos, students will spend two weeks on each iconic destination to create their own distinct paintings or drawings.


Painting or Drawing Flowers and Plants( 8 Wednesday's in July-August)
Explore the vibrant intersection of nature and modern art in this 8-week series by studying a new botanical subject or contemporary floral master every two weeks. Working from high-quality reference photos, students will create distinct paintings or drawings that span diverse styles from bold abstraction to expressive realism.


Painting Watercolor & Ink Sketchbooks( 8 Thursdays in July-August)
Discover the magic of blending fluid watercolor with the precision of linework in this 8-week mixed-media course. Through diverse projects featuring food, nature, landscapes, and architecture, students will experiment with Micron pens, Sharpies, calligraphy nibs, and India ink to discover how line adds structure and personality to vibrant washes.


Painting Abstracts( 8 Thursdays in July-August)
Using a variety of high-quality reference photos, students will learn how to translate the organic beauty of plants and flowers into stunning personal masterpieces, exploring diverse styles from bold modern abstraction to expressive realism. Whether you want to master a new technique or simply unwind creatively, this class offers a fun, supportive environment to unleash your inner artist.


Pottery Date Night - [Friday July 17th]
Designed for couples, friends, or loved ones, you’ll have two hours to explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques together.


Coffee and Clay Pottery - [Saturday July 18th]
Start your Saturday with creativity and caffeine at our popular Clay & Coffee class! This monthly pottery workshop is a welcoming space for adults of all skill levels to explore the art of handbuilding with clay while enjoying fresh local coffee and good company. Make anything from mugs and trays to small sculptures or planters—it’s up to you! You’ll have time to play, create, and connect with others in a relaxed studio setting.


Intro to Pottery Handbuilding (All Ages) - [Saturday July 18th]
This one-day pottery class is perfect for anyone looking to explore the art of handbuilding with clay no pottery wheel required! Whether you’re brand new to ceramics or looking to build on existing skills, this workshop offers a fun and hands-on introduction to the core techniques of handbuilt pottery.
You’ll learn how to pinch, coil, and slab-build to bring your creative ideas to life. With guidance from a professional instructor, students will explore ways to create both f


Pottery Date Night - [Friday July 24th]
Designed for couples, friends, or loved ones, you’ll have two hours to explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques together.


Intro To Sewing Alterations [Wednesday, July 22nd]
This workshop series is designed for adults (18+) who want to gain practical skills in basic clothing alterations. Whether you're a thrift store enthusiast, a vintage fashion lover, or simply someone who wants their clothes to fit better, this class will give you the tools to confidently modify garments at home.
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