Workshops & Classes

Witches and Wizards

In person

Megan Smith

Happy Halloween! Set in the pottery studio, you are invited to create a witch or wizard as Halloween decorations. The first session involves creatively shaping and forming clay into the shape of a witch or wizard. During the week, the new creations dry and are fired in our electric kiln. Participants return the following week to continue work through colorful glazing and decorating. The final pieces are fired in the gas kiln and available for pickup just in time for Halloween. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $24.50 for all materials needed. COVID-19 Information: CAW is now requiring proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already submitted your vaccination card to CAW, there is no need to do it again.

Term: Fall 2022

Suggested Ages: 8 - 12

Dates: 10/7–10/21

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Capturing The Warmth of Autumn on Film

In person

Rachel Peet

Join Rachel Peet and fellow photographers in a three-hour photography workshop about capturing the warmth of New Haven’s autumn glow. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, especially along the local trails and amongst the golden-tipped treetops. Participants begin by discussing the art of film photography and the best ways to photograph Mother Nature’s warm hues. Thereafter, you’ll venture out to nearby East Rock Park, roam about under falling, crisp leaves, and peer through SLR lenses for new perspectives and compositions of autumn. All SLR camera formats, as well as film types are encouraged to join this photography adventure. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $10 for basic materials provided by CAW. COVID-19 Information: CAW is now requiring proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already

Term: Fall 2022

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/8

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Introduction to Portrait Painting

In person

Heidi Harrington

Discover the basics of drawing and painting portraits in this one day workshop. Students will use a minimal pallete to begin painting in oils (or acrylics) monochromatically. There will be individual attention and examples of relevant artist’s work provided. It welcomes both beginners and intermediate artists as we explore the rich tradition and practice of portrait painting. Covid Information: CAW is now requiring proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already submitted your vaccination card to CAW, there is no need to do it again

Term: Fall 2022

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/12

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Painting with Soft Pastels

In person

Hannah Petrikovsky

Unlock the possibilities of pastel painting. Participants will discover the richness in color of soft pastels through hatching, cross-hatching, blending, and stippling. Explore ways to layer the pigment to achieve vibrant and expressive pastel paintings. Over the course of four weeks, deepen your understanding of warm and cool colors, complementary colors and analogous colors—and how to utilize these concepts to make dynamic and show-stopping artwork. Covid Information: CAW is now requiring proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already submitted your vaccination card to CAW, there is no need to do it again

Term: Fall 2022

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/13–11/17

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Japanese Woodcut/Mokuhanga

In person

Margot Rocklen

Discover this centuries old printmaking process with a fascinating history. The method employs natural materials and non-toxic pigments and offers the potential to make innovative and beautiful prints. Students will experience multiple aspects of the printing method, from designing and cutting the wood blocks and kento registration guides, to preparing the paper, inks, and paste for printing. Topics will include how to use the specialized wood cutting tools, create color for blocks, and use hand pressure to transfer the image from block to paper. The traditional technique of creating smooth tonal and color gradations will also be explored. Students will create a small edition of prints, and also experiment with block arrangements, pigment colors, and textured and colored Asian papers. The tuition for this class includes a fee of $15 for basic materials provided by CAW. See materials section below for items students should bring to classes. COVID-19 Information CAW is now

Term: Fall 2022

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/13–11/10

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Large Format Photography

In person

Peter Lerman

This one-day workshop will present a comprehensive overview of large format photography, primarily in black and white. Learn about the distinctions, advantages and disadvantages of working with large format film. You will review types of view and field cameras (which use sheet film), what other equipment is necessary, how camera adjustments offer greater control, and what skills are involved in taking and processing your photographs. Lastly, learn how to slow down while making your pictures. Covid Information: CAW is now requiring proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already submitted your vaccination card to CAW, there is no need to do it again

Term: Fall 2022

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/15

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Happiness is a Warm Extruder (In Person and Online)

In person, Virtual

D. Hayne Bayless

In Person Workshop: Participants will focus on a tool often overlooked in the studio: the extruder. In a quest to make anything-but-round pottery, you will investigate how extrusions can be used to make functional stoneware and explore unconventional forming techniques by combining extrusions with slabs. In addition, there is focus on how custom extruder dies can be made. This approach lets the process show in the work when we stay out of the clay’s way. We seek to have material reveal its nature so that your results remain fresh and lively. Myths will be busted, and secrets revealed. Throwers who'd like to expand their horizons beyond the potter’s wheel will also appreciate this course. Some experience is helpful, but all levels are welcome. Register below for Workshop Online Demonstration: Watch the videotaped demonstrations from the in-person workshop. A zoom link will be sent after the in-person workshop concludes. Register below for ONLINE

Term: Fall 2022

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/16 and 10/16

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Macramé to Soothe the Soul

In person

Marsha Borden

Tired of tech? Join us for some tactile, tension-free knotting. No machines. No tools. Just your hands and some soft cord. Enjoy some hygge time as we make cozy vessel holders for plants or other precious things, like collections of sea shells or other findings. Using a pot and cord, each participant will make one small macramé holder. Then, with individual guidance and supervision from the instructor, participants will design and create a second macramé holder. The tuition for this class includes a fee of $21 for macramé rope and O-rings. Please see supplies section for what students should bring. COVID-19 Information: CAW is now requiring proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already submitted your vaccination card to CAW, there is no need to do it again.

Term: Fall 2022

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/16

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Sea Glass Wire Bracelet

In person

Victoria Woolard

Craft an adjustable bracelet, for yourself or as a gift, using hand picked sea glass from Connecticut and wire wrapping. The tuition for this class includes a fee of $30 for all materials. COVID-19 Information: CAW is now requiring proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already submitted your vaccination card to CAW, there is no need to do it again.

Term: Fall 2022

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/18

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Water-based Printmaking

In person

Flo Hatcher

Explore innovative print processes using safe water-soluble inks. Develop personal imagery utilizing woodcut, linocut, etching, drypoint, monotype, trace-monotype, monoprint, collagraph, embossment, Chine-collé, and other print techniques. Experiment with various plate supports, mark-making tools, and approaches to image-making. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $15. Covid Information: CAW is now requiring proof of vaccination status from all who are eligible to receive it for in-person classes and workshops. Please click here to upload your vaccination card in advance of the first day of class. Note: if you have already submitted your vaccination card to CAW, there is no need to do it again.

Term: Fall 2022

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/22–11/26

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