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Glass Lampworking Workshop – Adult

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

Wednesday, December 13th $150.00 (includes all materials) Lampworking is a type of glasswork that uses a torch to melt and shape glass. This is a basic course for those who want to start learning/or trying glass working with the lampworking technique. Students will work on the torch with Borosilicate Glass rods to create glass pendants and small sculptures. Students will pick out colored glass rods to use in their creations. Instructors are Jason and Nicole McQuaid, who have over 35 years of lampworking and jewelry making experience. All items will be available for pick up at the Old Town Artisan Studios’ reception desk 48 hours after the workshop. 4 students per time slot.        Instructors: Jason and Nicole McQuaid Safety Requirements: Please keep long hair tucked and tied back, also wear closed-toed and closed-heeled footwear for this workshop.Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the event to receive a full refund.

$150

White Lilies Watercolor Workshop – Adult

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

Wednesday 1:30pm – 4:30pm $65.00 (includes all materials). This class is on December 13th. White Lilies in Watercolor! Experience the excitement of colorful washes, brush-work, luscious hues and the transparency of watercolor as you create this classic, white flower with step-by-step instructions. Drawing template provided. Supplies included and all levels welcome! Class size is limited to 10.           Instructor: Karin Harris Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund.

$65.00

The Art of Music: Wayne Cobham

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

Wayne Cobham - Soul & SongbookDecember 14, 2023 @ 6:00 - 7:30 pm Sponsored by Christa King After more than 35 years as an entertainer, Wayne Cobham still derives the utmost of pleasure from performing. Wayne has been playing trumpet since his early childhood. His career began in the Drum and Bugle corps of New York. He was hooked on the trumpet for life.In the late 70’s he found a new love that would bring him parallel recognition playing his horn for multiple industry greats and computer music programming. While still in its infancy he became one of its pioneers and leaders in this burgeoning field. He was a major part of the MIDI revolution, and fostered a lucrative business as, consultant, clinician, producer, and educator. He provided consultation to many well-known musicians who wished to learn and incorporate this new technology. With self-taught computer skills that were utilized over many different genres of music including but not limited to Hip Hop, R&B, Rock & Roll, Jazz, Pop and Gospel, Wayne’s knowledge of sampling as well as his proficiency with all of the many DAW programs helped in garnering him 4 Grammy Awards along the way for work on Michael […]

$10.00 – $50.00

Holiday Finger Knitting Workshop – Adult

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

Friday 10:00am – 1:00pm $65.00 (includes all materials). This class is on December 15. No needles needed! Using luxuriously soft yarn, you will learn to knit a cozy scarf with your fingers. No needles and no knitting experience necessary! Have some fun with us and take home a finished scarf at the end of class to either give as a gift of keep for yourself! Class size is limited to 8.           Instructor: Nettie Roberts Cancellations must be done at least 2 weeks prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund.

$65.00

Ceramics I – Adult

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

Tuesdays 10:00am – 12:00pm  $160 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs.  The dates for this class are January 2, 9, 16 & 23 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 done at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class in order to receive a full refund.

$160.00

Fused Glass I – Adult

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

Tuesdays 10:30am – 12:30pm $200 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. This class is on January 2, 9, 16 & 23 Fused Glass I is an introductory level class in which students will learn safety and basic fusing concepts such as how glass behaves at different temperatures in a kiln, cutting and shaping sheet glass, and the various types of glass that are available to the kiln glass artist. We will focus initially on arranging glass for flat fusing―the first step towards many more advanced techniques, including bowl making. Students will work on specific projects designed by the instructor to master each of the basic skills. 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.

$200.00

Youth Intro to Ceramics – Ages 7 to 15

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

Tuesdays 3:30pm – 5:00pm $150 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs.  The dates for this class are January 2, 9, 16 & 23 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.

$150.00

Ceramics III – Adult

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

Tuesdays 6:00pm – 8:00pm $180 for 4 week session. Includes all materials and firing costs. The dates for this class are January 2, 9, 16 & 23 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.

$180.00

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 January 3, 10, 17 & 24 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 January 3, 10, 17 & 24 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