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Ceramics I – Adult – Tuesdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 10:00am – 12:00pm  $160 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. Session 1: September 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 2: October 1, 8, 15 & 22 Session 3: October 29, November 5, 12 & 19 Session 4: November 26, December 3, 10 & 17 Ceramics I is an introductory handbuilding class in which you learn all about techniques and tools. Students will be creating, by hand, functional ceramic pieces from start to finish with the guidance of an instructor. Learning to build with tools in the studio other than the wheel is key to understanding the art of clay. Students will get to explore the various capabilities of the slab roller, extruder, and numerous hand tools, all of which provide an excellent foundation for the art of sculpture and pottery wheel. No previous experience required. Class size is limited to 10.                                  Instructor: Colby Cramer Classes include materials, firing costs, and 2 hrs. weekly studio time designed to help students complete work between classes. (Additional studio time can be purchased for the reduced student rate of $8/hr.) Cancellations must be […]

$160.00

Fused Glass I – Adult – Tuesdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 10:30am – 12:30pm $200 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. Session 1: September 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 2: October 1, 8, 15 & 22 Session 3: October 29, November 5, 12 & 19 Session 4: November 26, December 3, 10 & 17 Fused Glass I is an introductory level class in which students will learn safety and basic fusing concepts, such as how to cut, shape and assemble your glass piece. In addition you will learn about glass behavior in the kiln. With a special focus on 4 specific projects to sharpen your skills - the first steps toward more advanced projects! No previous experience required. Class size is limited to 10.                              Instructor: Kelly Walter Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$200.00

Youth Intro to Ceramics – Ages 7 to 15 -Tuesdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 3:30pm – 5:00pm $150 per 4-week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. Session 1: September 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 2: October 1, 8, 15 & 22 Session 3: October 29, November 5, 12 & 19 Session 4: November 26, December 3, 10 & 17 Intro to Ceramics is an introductory handbuilding class in which you learn all about techniques and tools. Students will be creating, by hand, functional ceramic pieces from start to finish with the guidance of an instructor. Learning to build with tools in the studio other than the wheel is key to understanding the art of clay. Students will get to explore the various capabilities of the slab roller, extruder, and numerous hand tools, all of which provide an excellent foundation for other ceramic disciplines. Class size is limited to 8.                        Instructor: Colby Cramer Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If your desired session is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$150.00

FREE Youth Digital Character Creation – Ages 12 to 18 – Tuesdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 3:30pm – 5:00pm FREE for 4-week session. Students MUST register to reserve their seat. Includes all materials. Session 1: September 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 2: October 1, 8, 15 & 22 Session 3: October 29, November 5, 12 & 19 Session 4: November 26, December 3, 10 & 17 *Our newest class and FREE for all! *  Character Creation is an immersive methods and materials class that introduces students to the world of digital art. Through a combination of theory and hands-on practice, aspiring artists will learn how to bring their original characters to life. The course covers the entire creative process, from initial concept sketches to final print-ready artwork. By the end of this course, students will have a portfolio piece of original character artwork ready for publication. Whether they aspire to create comic book heroes, fantasy creatures, sci-fi protagonists, or the next animated hit, this course introduces students to the skills needed to succeed in the competitive world of professional illustration. Thanks to generous funding from community partners, OTAS is able to offer this class for FREE! Class size is limited to 8.                          […]

Free

Ceramics III – Adult – Tuesdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 6:00pm – 8:00pm $180 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. Session 1: September 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 2: October 1, 8, 15 & 22 Session 3: October 29, November 5, 12 & 19 Session 4: November 26, December 3, 10 & 17 Do we have you hooked yet? Can’t get enough of this brilliantly intricate and tactile artform with endless possibilities? Come together with other experienced artists to challenge yourself and strengthen your skills in a more fast-paced and independently driven environment. Students will have access to all studio tools, including the pottery wheel. Previous experience and instructor permission is required. Class size is limited to 10.                       Instructor: Roark Shirley Classes include materials, firing costs, and 2 hrs. weekly studio time designed to help students complete work between classes. (Additional studio time can be purchased for the reduced student rate of $8/hr.) Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$180.00

Ceramics II – Adult – Wednesdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 10:00am – 12:00pm $170 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. Session 1: September 4, 11, 18 & 25 Session 2: October 2, 9, 16 & 23 Session 3: October 30, November 6, 13 & 20 Session 4: November 27 December 4, 11 & 18 Ceramics II is an intermediate level handbuilding class in which students will build on the skills learned in our introductory course. Students will have the opportunity to expand their thinking and drive their own creative ideas for class projects. Completion of Ceramics I is not required, but is highly recommended. Class size is limited to 10.                          Instructor: Colby Cramer Classes include materials, firing costs, and 2 hrs. weekly studio time designed to help students complete work between classes. (Additional studio time can be purchased for the reduced student rate of $8/hr.) Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$170.00

Youth Pottery Wheel – Ages 10 to 15 – Wednesdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 3:30pm – 5:00pm $150 per 4-week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. Session 1: September 4, 11, 18 & 25 Session 2: October 2, 9, 16 & 23 Session 3: October 30, November 6, 13 & 20 Session 4: November 27, December 4, 11 & 18 The pottery wheel is a rather exciting and challenging tool in the world of ceramics! Explore the art of throwing clay on the pottery wheel as you learn to craft one-of-a-kind pieces from start to finish. Students will learn the basics and beyond, including clay preparation, proper body positioning, centering, pulling walls, shaping, trimming, and glazing. Class size is limited to 8.                              Instructor: Colby Cramer Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If your desired session is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$150.00

Intermediate Pottery Wheel – Adult – Thursdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 10:00am – 12:00pm $180 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs.  Session 1: September 5, 12, 19 & 26 Session 2: October 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 3: October 31, November 7, 14 & 21 Session 4: December 5, 12, & 19* (*3-week session at a prorated cost of $135) Intermediate pottery wheel class will help you polish your potter’s wheel skills with projects specially designed to develop your technique and creativity. Previous wheel throwing experience is required. You must know how to wedge, center, pull, trim and shape the clay Class size is limited to 10.                      Instructor: Colby Cramer Classes include materials, firing costs, and 2 hrs. weekly studio time designed to help students complete work between classes. (Additional studio time can be purchased for the reduced student rate of $8/hr.) Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$135.00 – $180.00

Transparent Watercolor – Adult – Thursdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 10:00am – 12:30pm $155 for 4 week session - student provides art materials and suppliesStudio to supply art materials for an additional $75 fee Session 1: September 5, 12, 19 & 26 Session 2: October 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 3: October 31, November 7, 14 & 21 Session 4: December 5, 12, 19 & 20* (*Dec. 20 is a Friday) This class is tailored for beginning to intermediate students with some drawing skills. Advanced level artists are also welcomed. You will learn and practice basic techniques of transparent watercolor. You will become familiar with the concept of creating art (not copying nature). We will review the basic principles to creating good art and share ideas and tricks of the trade with each other. Click here for a suggested list of supplies. Class size is limited to 8.                       Instructor: Dave Howell Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$75.00 – $155.00

Glass Mosaic II – Adult – Thursdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 1o:00am – 12:30pm $195 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and supplies. Session 1: September 5, 12, 19 & 26 Session 2: October 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 3: October 31, November 7, 14 & 21 Session 4: December 5, 12, 19 & 20* (*Dec. 20 is a Friday) *NEW CLASS & TIME* Expand your creativity in glass mosaic! Pick a base from our large selection of wood forms or have an idea in mind and bring in your own piece (under 12"x12"x12" or 18"x 24" flat) to mosaic with our amazing variety of stained and art glass. The possibilities are endless! Completion of Glass Mosaic 1 or instructor approval is required to enroll in this class. Class size is limited to 8.                           Instructor: Judy Howell Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$195.00

Fused Glass III – Adult – Thursdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 10:30am – 12:30pm $240 for 4 week session, plus an additional $25 per pound of glass used for each project completed. Price includes all firing costs. Session 1: September 5, 12, 19 & 26 Session 2: October 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 3: October 31, November 7, 14 & 21 Session 4: December 5, 12 & 19* (*3-week session at a prorated cost of $180) *NEW CLASS & TIME* Fused Glass III is designed to build on the skills learned in our introductory classes. With a solid foundation of knowledge and technique, this more advanced class will spark your creativity and imagination to help you see what is possible when you begin to unlock the “artist within”. In this course students will create and design unique projects of varying size and shape. There will be an additional cost per pound used, per project. We encourage students to bring in their inspiration photos and create their own one-of-a-kind pieces, on average a student will complete up to 3 projects during this 4 week class. Completion of Fused Glass 1 and II or instructor approval is required. Class size is limited to 8.                […]

$180.00 – $240.00

Watercolor Landscapes – Adult – Thursdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 1:30pm – 4:00pm $155 for 4 week session - student provides art materials and supplies. Session 1: September 5, 12, 19 & 26 Session 2: October 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 3: October 31, November 7, 14 & 21 Session 4: December 5, 12, 19 & 23* (*Dec. 23 is a Monday) This class is geared toward the artist with some watercolor experience. Join other artists as we explore the concepts of expressing the feeling of a subject and how NOT to paint “in the lines”. Learn to paint free, loose and FUN! Dave will share his philosophy, techniques, and theory of this expressive medium. We will work on landscape, seascape and cityscape. Your own paintings will be based on “how you see it” by interpreting nature, not copying it. Basic design fundamentals will be stressed. Click here for a suggested materials list. Class size is limited to 8.                      Instructor: Dave Howell Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$155.00

Glass Mosaic I – Adult – Thursdays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 1:30pm – 4:00pm $180 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and supplies. Session 1: September 5, 12, 19 & 26 Session 2: October 3, 10, 17 & 24 Session 3: October 31, November 7, 14 & 21 Session 4: December 5, 12, 19 & 20* (*Dec. 20 is a Friday) Learn to create your own glass mosaic critter or picture in this super fun and relaxing class. These pieces are perfect for your wall indoors or out. You will learn all the steps needed to create your piece from start to finish including designing your piece, color choices, cutting glass, gluing and grouting. You will create your own glass mosaic on a pre-cut wood board. Choose from a variety of wood shapes to make your own. Possible shapes include circles, squares, hearts, butterflies, palm trees, flowers and more. Class size is limited to 8.                           Instructor: Judy Howell Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$180.00

Pottery Wheel – Adult – Fridays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 10:00am – 12:00pm $170 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. Session 1: September 6, 13, 20 & 27 Session 2: October 4, 11, 18 & 25 Session 3: November 1, 8, 15 & 22 Session 4: November 29, December 6, 13 & 20 The pottery wheel is a rather exciting and challenging tool in the world of ceramics! Explore the art of throwing clay on the pottery wheel as you learn to craft one-of-a-kind pieces from start to finish. Students will learn the basics and beyond, including clay preparation, proper body positioning, centering, pulling walls, shaping, trimming, and glazing. No previous experience required. Class size is limited to 10.                       Instructor: Colby Cramer Classes include materials, firing costs, and 2 hrs. weekly studio time designed to help students complete work between classes. (Additional studio time can be purchased for the reduced student rate of $8/hr.) Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$170.00

Pottery Wheel – Adult – Mondays AM

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 10:00am – 12:00pm $170 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs.  Session 1: September 9, 16, 23 & 30 Session 2: October 7, 14, 21 & 28 Session 3: November 4, 11, 18 & 25 Session 4: December 2, 9, 16 & 23 The pottery wheel is a rather exciting and challenging tool in the world of ceramics! Explore the art of throwing clay on the pottery wheel as you learn to craft one-of-a-kind pieces from start to finish. Students will learn the basics and beyond, including clay preparation, proper body positioning, centering, pulling walls, shaping, trimming, and glazing. No previous experience required. Class size is limited to 10.                             Instructor: Colby Cramer Classes include materials, firing costs, and 2 hrs. weekly studio time designed to help students complete work between classes. (Additional studio time can be purchased for the reduced student rate of $8/hr.) Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$170.00

Fused Glass II – Adult – Mondays

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 10:30am – 12:30pm $295 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. Session 1: September 9, 16, 23 & 30 Session 2: October 7, 14, 21 & 28 Session 3: November 4, 11, 18 & 25 Session 4: December 2, 9, 16 & 23 *NEW CLASS FORMAT* Fused Glass II is designed to build on the skills learned in Fused Glass I. With a solid foundation of knowledge and technique, this intermediate class will focus on 3 specific projects, (project samples pictured) to sharpen your skills - the first steps toward more advanced projects! Completion of Fused Glass 1 or instructor approval is required. Class size is limited to 8.                              Instructor: Kelly Walter Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$295.00

Pottery Wheel – Adult – Monday PM

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 2:00pm – 4:00pm $170 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs.  Session 1: September 9, 16, 23 & 30 Session 2: October 7, 14, 21 & 28 Session 3: November 4, 11, 18 & 25 Session 4: December 2, 9, 16 & 23 The pottery wheel is a rather exciting and challenging tool in the world of ceramics! Explore the art of throwing clay on the pottery wheel as you learn to craft one-of-a-kind pieces from start to finish. Students will learn the basics and beyond, including clay preparation, proper body positioning, centering, pulling walls, shaping, trimming, and glazing. No previous experience required. Class size is limited to 10.                       Instructor: Colby Cramer Classes include materials, firing costs, and 2 hrs. weekly studio time designed to help students complete work between classes. (Additional studio time can be purchased for the reduced student rate of $8/hr.) Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund. If this class is sold out, join the waitlist here!

$170.00

Fused Glass Plant Stakes Workshop – Adult – Tuesday

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta

@ 2:00pm – 4:00pm $75.00  (Includes all materials and firing costs) This class is on October 22nd. Whether you are an experienced glass fuser or have never heard of fused glass, this workshop is a great opportunity to have fun with a group of people making fused glass plant stakes. Cost includes 2 hours of instruction, glass and supplies to complete 3 amazing plant stakes. Projects will be ready for pickup at the OTAS front desk on the Monday after the workshop. Class size is limited to 10.           Instructor: Kelly Walter Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund. If this workshop is sold out, call 760-777-1444 to join the waitlist.

$75.00