Workshops & Classes

Intermediate and Advanced Pottery

In person

Stephen Rodriguez

Develop your pottery skills as you focus on wheel-throwing techniques in stoneware and porcelain. Lessons will cover both functional and decorative pottery with emphasis on classical forms as we know them. Students will be shown how to apply glazes and/or oxide washes to achieve desired results, such as combining glaze colors and the application of wood ash to create unexpected effects on their work. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27 and firing fees are $3.50/pound. Payable by credit card, cash or check. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details regarding registration, accessibility, communication, photography and cancellation.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/3–12/15

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Working from a Live Model

In person

Lamar Smith

Join us to draw or paint from a nude model. The 3-hour session includes mixed-length poses. These are monitored "open drawing" sessions; there is no instruction. Register for a single session or reserve your place for the entire series at least 48 hours in advance. Minimum enrollment is 4 students Drop-ins welcome as long as minimum enrollment is met prior. Please call the office to confirm. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 4 sessions, 11/3–12/15

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Centering with Clay: Focusing on Foundations

In person

Megan Smith

Are you looking to improve your throwing skills? Seeking to center your clay and yourself? Do you need a hand with hand building? This class offers an opportunity to work towards your goals in clay and further your individual projects with differentiated instruction. Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed toe shoes. Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Firing fees are $3.50/pound. Payable by credit card, cash, or check. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/3–12/15

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Introduction to Metal Fabrication and MIG Welding

In person

Elli Fotopoulou

Ignite your creativity with an energetic introduction to metal fabrication! Dive into the core processes that bring steel to life—learning MIG welding fundamentals, how to prepare and shape materials, and how to work confidently with grinders and welding with mild steel. Along the way, explore surface finishing techniques, structural attachment strategies, and the design logic that turns raw metal into expressive, durable work. The first project will be a small metal box. You’ll leave with skills that open up a whole new world of making. Please dress in long sleeved shirts and long pants (natural, flame-resistant fabrics like 100% cotton or wool, no polyester or nylon), closed toed shoes, and hair tied back. The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $40. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/3–12/8

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Metalsmithing/Jewelry

In person

Connie Pfeiffer

Learn basic metalsmithing for making jewelry, developing new skills, or strengthen existing ones. Weekly demonstrations introduce tools and techniques required for working with nonferrous sheet metal and wire. Demonstrations may include sawing, filing, cold-connecting, soldering, surface embellishment, forging, shaping, fold forming, finishing, and patina coloring. The tuition for this class includes a fee of $40 for basic materials provided by CAW. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/3–12/8

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Floor Loom Weaving

In person

Luiz Cordeiro

Learn the basics of preparing and operating a loom. Participants will weave a sampler piece combining a wide range of useful weaves. Beginning students will complete one or two simple projects of their choice by the end of this term. Intermediate and advanced students will weave projects with more complex structures using multi-harness looms. Beginning students have a materials fee of $18 payable to the instructor. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/4–12/16

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After School Drawing Adventures

In person

Maria Borrelli

Students build drawing skills through fun warm-up exercises, guided weekly projects, and time for creative free drawing. We'll explore shape, composition, value, and technique while encouraging experimentation with materials, scale, and personal expression in a supportive studio environment. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for materials provided by CAW. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 8 - 12

Dates: 11/4–12/16

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Art with You and Me

In person

Maria Borrelli

An art class for toddlers/Pre-K students and their parent or caregiver to experience drawing, painting, collage, and sculpture together. We will venture into a variety of art techniques while exploring sensory activities, storybooks, and creative development through art and craft. Students and adults will explore the principles of art while working together. Overall, this is a fun hour to spend together making memories and creating art! Tuition includes a spot for one child (recommended 3-4 years old) and one adult. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for materials provided by CAW. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 3 - 4

Dates: 11/4–12/16 and 11/7–12/19

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Japanese Woodblock (Mokuhanga) – Beginner and Intermediate

Margot Rocklen

Rooted in centuries of tradition, this hands-on, non-toxic process uses natural materials to produce innovative and beautiful contemporary woodblock prints. Beginners will learn to design, carve, and print a small edition using hand-applied pigments, rice paste, and kento registration to achieve rich color and subtle tonal blends. Intermediate students will expand their practice by combining mokuhanga with intaglio line work and embossing, printing expressive, dimensional images using both hand printing and an intaglio press. Includes one 3-hour practice session per week during monitored practice hours. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $35 for materials provided by CAW including paper, Shina wood blocks, nori paste, and ink. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/4–12/16

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Intermediate Metal Sculpture

In person

Ted Salmon

For those already comfortable making metal sculpture, take your practice to the next level and develop new ideas using all types of materials. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $40. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/5–12/17

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