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Ceramics II – Adult

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

Wednesdays 10:00am – 12:00pm $170 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. The dates for this class are March 27, April 3, 10 & 17 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.

$170.00

Joy of Watercolor – Adult

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

WEDNESDAYS 1:30pm – 4:00pm $155 for 4 week session - student provides art materials and supplies This class is on March 27, April 3, 10 & 17 For the experienced watercolor painter that would like to learn new skills, enhance your personal style and explore new techniques, this class is for you! Karin will be demonstrating and sharing individual instruction in mixing vibrant colors, strong design and sharing the impact of light and shadow. Class size is limited to 10                      Instructor: Karin Harris Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund.

$155.00

Fused Glass Kiln Programming Workshop – Adult

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

Tuesday 2:00pm – 3:30pm $35.00 - This class is on March 27th. Join us for a concise and informative 1.5-hour workshop designed to introduce you to the fascinating world of glass kilns. While we won't be fusing glass in this workshop, you'll gain essential knowledge about how to use and program a glass kiln, laying the foundation for your future glass art projects. Workshop Highlights: - Kiln Basics: Gain a solid understanding of the fundamental components and types of glass kilns, demystifying this essential tool for glass artists. - Safety Essentials: Learn crucial safety practices and guidelines for operating a glass kiln safely, ensuring a secure and worry-free experience. - Kiln Programming: Dive into the art of kiln programming, exploring temperature control, firing schedules, and other critical settings used in glass art. - Maintenance Tips: Discover valuable insights into the maintenance and care required to keep your glass kiln in optimal working condition. - Hands-On Demonstration: While we won't be fusing glass during this workshop, you'll observe a hands-on demonstration of kiln operation and programming, providing you with practical insights. - Q&A Session: Engage in a dedicated Q&A session with our experienced instructor, allowing you to seek answers to your […]

$35.00

Youth Pottery Wheel – Ages 10 to 15

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

Wednesdays 3:30pm – 5:00pm $150 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs.  The dates for this class are March 27, April 3, 10 & 17 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 6.                              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.

$150.00

Intermediate Pottery Wheel – Adult (Thursdays)

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

Thursdays 10:00am – 12:00pm $180 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. The dates for this class are March 28, April 4, 11 & 18 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 9.                      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.

$180.00

Transparent Watercolor – Adult

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

Thursdays 10:00am – 12:30pm $155 for 4 week session - student provides art materials and supplies Studio to supply art materials for an additional $75 fee This class is on March 28, April 4, 11 & 18 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. A suggested list of supplies will be provided.                             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.

$75.00 – $155.00

Watercolor Landscape – Adult(Thursdays)

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

Thursdays 1:30pm – 4:00pm $155 for 4 week session - student provides art materials and supplies. This class is on March 28, April 4, 11 & 18 For those with basic watercolor experience who would like to 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. Our own paintings will be based on "how we see it" by interpreting nature, not copying it. Basic design fundamentals will be stressed. Some watercolor and drawing experience is recommended. A suggested list of supplies will be provided.                              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.

$155.00

Glass Mosaic – Adult (Thursdays)

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

Thursdays 1:30pm – 4:00pm $180 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and supplies. This class is on March 28, April 4, 11 & 18 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.

$180.00

Fused Glass II – Adult (Thursdays)

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

Thursdays 2:00pm – 4:00pm $295 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. This class is on March 28, April 4, 11 & 18 Fused Glass II is designed to build on the skills learned in our introductory class. With a solid foundation of knowledge and technique, this intermediate 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. Students will learn how to incorporate different materials such as metals, enamels, and decals into their work. We encourage students to bring in their inspiration photos and create their own one-of-a-kind piece. 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.

$295.00

Drawing For The Fun Of It – Adult

Old Town Artisan Studios 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, United States

Thursdays/Tuesdays 2:00pm – 4:30pm $150 for 4 week session - includes all materials This class is on March 28 (Thurs), April 2 (Tues), 11 (Thurs) & 16 (Tues) Discover easy to learn drawing skills with Karin Harris. Enjoy a new awareness of what we “really see”, creating depth and dimension with light and shadow. Then add exciting and innovative techniques to create your own unique art! No previous experience required. Paper, Pencils, pens AND erasers provided!                             Class size is limited to 10.                       Instructor: Karin Harris Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund.

$150.00