Forging Animal Heads
Steve Williamson
$420
Learn the techniques and processes to forge a variety
of animal heads including: dragon, bear, horse, steer, bobcat,
wolf and more! Intermediate-Advanced; Materials Fee
$20, payable to instructor
Steve Williamson operates a
blacksmith shop in Columbia, TN; he teaches nationally
and internationally.
Contact: sslw2@aol.com |
Inlay
Dennis Lee Gomez
$420
Explore the precise and electrifying process of setting
various materials into the surface of metal. Inlay a myriad
of stones, wood, etc., without the limitations of prong or
bezel setting. Cover concept, preparation, material selection,
inlay and finishing. Prior to the workshop, participants will
receive instructions and are encouraged to prepare sample projects
before class. Intermediate-Advanced; Materials Fee
assessed for inlay materials and varies according to amount
used
Dennis Lee Gomez is a full-time,
awardwinning designer and metalsmith living in the
Southwest.
Contact: delegodesigns@hotmail.com |
Clay
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Dennis Lee Gomez | Inlay Pendant |
Ceramics:
Ideas for Developing Forms & Surfaces
Sandra Blain
$400
Make pieces personal and expressive
by using handbuilt and wheelthrown components,
alone or combined, to build composite forms.
Surface textures are developed using additive
and/or subtractive processes. Explore color with
slips, underglazes, oxides, glazes and over-glazes. All
skill levels
Sandra Blain is
a studio artist; adjunct faculty
Mesa Art Center; advisory
board member Arizona State University
Ceramic Research Center; Professor Emeritus,
Ceramics, University of Tennessee, Knoxville;
and Director Emeritus, Arrowmont
School of Arts and Crafts.
Contact: sblain@cox.net
Sandra Blain | Curbside Clutter 1-3
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Printed Textiles
Clare Verstegen
$400
Design and print registered repeat patterns. Explore
images and textures to develop unique compositions. Learn
a variety of stencil methods including: wax crayon, plastic,
contact paper, and photographic emulsion. Use professional
textile pigments to achieve endless custom color options. All
skill levels
Clare Verstegen,
Professor of Art-Fibers at Arizona State
in Tempe since 1989, exhibits her work
nationally and internationally and is often featured
in Surface Design Journal, Fiberarts and American
Craft.
Contact: clare@asu.edu
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Clare Verstegen | Overcast (detail) |
Miniature Blown Vessels & More
Tink Martin & John Cramer
$440
Use a torch, stainless steel tubing and soft glass
to create beautiful miniature blown vessels, hollow beads,
shards and ornaments. Learn intricate techniques developed
by the instructor. Emphasis is on heat control and “reading” the
glass. All skill levels: Materials Fee $60, payable
to instructor
Tink Martin & John Cramer are
experienced and passionate educators. Their studio
is based in the Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion;
they teach classes nationally and internationally.
Contact: tink@blackswampglassworks.com |
Turn Up & Have Fun
Graeme Priddle
$460
Explore many aspects of woodturning from basic faceplate
and spindle turning, to more complex hollow forms and multicenter
work. Learn a wide range of carving and surface embellishment
techniques, and how to personalize your work. All skill
levels; wood included in workshop fee
Graeme Priddle is a full-time
studio woodturner/sculptor from New Zealand and an
internationally recognized demonstrator and workshop
facilitator.
Contact: graemepriddle@xtra.co.nz; www.graemepriddle.co.nz |
