In preparation for our Benefit Art Auction the McColl Center will be closed to the public through February 7th. Join us for Family Day on February 8th.

ARTIST STUDIO SERIES

This six-week series is for artists of any skill level who want to learn new techniques and expand their practice. Whether you are just beginning your journey or looking to try a new medium, our teaching artists will guide you through the process and help you make it your own. Rather than focusing on specific projects or a finished product, these classes will help you apply new skills to play and take risks and create work in your own voice.

Artist Studio Series | February - March

Monday, February 24 - Monday, March 31, 2025
Ceramic Sculpture with Taylor Lee

Discover ways to add color to your sculpture beyond traditional glaze, including underglazes and cold finishes. This series will empower you to develop your own practice while learning about contemporary ceramic sculpture for inspiration.

Tuesday, February 25 - Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Collage and Mixed Media with CHD:WCK!

Through the use of collage and mixed media, you'll discover how ordinary materials and moments can be transformed into extraordinary art.

Wednesday, February 26 - Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Printmaking with Jenn Garrison

Perhaps more than any other medium, printmaking allows for experimentation and play. Whether you’re drawn to figurative or abstract work or a blend of both, this class will help you push yourself in a new direction.

Wednesday, February 26 - Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Pretty Darn Quick Portraits with Felicia Van Bork

In this lively series class, you'll learn techniques for freer, more expressive portraits using acrylic paint on bristol paper.

Wednesday, February 26 - Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Playful Material Exploration with Renee Holliday

Have you ever laid eyes on a material that piqued your interest, but you weren’t sure what you would do with it or how you would use it? Then this workshop is for you!

Artist Studio Series | APRIL - MAY

Monday, April 21 - Monday, May 26, 2025
Ceramic Sculpture with Taylor Lee

Whether you consider yourself an artist or you claim you can’t draw, unlock your creativity through printmaking in this 6 week series.

Tuesday, April 22 - Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Collage and Mixed Media with CHD:WCK!

Whether you consider yourself an artist or you claim you can’t draw, unlock your creativity through printmaking in this 6 week series.

Wednesday, April 23 - Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Printmaking with Jenn Garrison

Whether you consider yourself an artist or you claim you can’t draw, unlock your creativity through printmaking in this 6 week series.

FAQ’s for Artist Studio Series

Is this workshop series for beginners or practicing artists? 

Our goal for these workshops is to help creatives at all levels, beginner, and experienced artists alike. Our teaching artists will share the fundamentals with you and then guide you as you explore the medium. Rather than focus on a strict curriculum or specific project, we want to empower you to find your own voice and give you the skills to create an artistic practice. Whether you are a painter who wants to try sculpting or someone who just wants to be more creative, you will find an engaging practice and a supportive community.

Does each session build on the next?

Our teaching artists have the flexibility to adapt to the students each session. As a result, you’ll be able to develop your skill level over time in an atelier style atmosphere. This means you can continue to learn new things specific to your practice with each new session. New students will receive the fundamental instructions while continuing students can fine tune their skills with one-on-one guidance. The classroom is a place to share ideas and build a community of artists that help and learn from each other.

How many students are in the class?

The maximum number is 15.

Are materials provided?

We provide basic art supplies including clay, underglaze, drawing materials, paints, printing ink, papers, etc. Artists may prefer to bring their own supplies as they progress. Only clear glaze will be provided for the ceramics class as students will learn about cold finishes which allow for more control when working in sculpture.

Is there a place to leave my work?

Storage will be provided for ceramic work and wet canvases. Artists working in paper are encouraged to bring a portfolio to transport their work.