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Digital Photography Introduction

In person

Denton Hoyer

Interested in capturing great images but not sure how to get started? By covering a few basic concepts, you will see your images improve and your confidence grow. We cover basic camera settings and provide tips to make the process easier. Both beginners and intermediate skill photographers will benefit from this course. Bring a digital camera to class with your lenses. Be sure to bring a charged battery and memory card installed. This workshop includes an optional Thursday night images workup and problem solving session from 6-9 pm. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 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: Summer 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 7/7–7/21 and 8/4–8/18

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Create and Explore with Clay

In person

Katherine Ottaviani

Spend your Saturday afternoon in the Creative Arts Workshop pottery studio. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn hand building techniques and be guided through throwing clay on the wheel. You’ll also discover how to embellish your pieces with surface textures and glaze finishes. This is a fantastic introduction to pottery and a great way to get to know CAW’s studio. Come join us and get creative! No experience necessary, all levels welcome. 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. All materials and tools provided. Wear old clothes. An apron or old towel is recommended. 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: Summer 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 7/12 and 7/19

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Pottery Sampler

In person

Michael Bradford

Try our one-day introduction to wheel-thrown pottery. You'll get some hands-on time with the potter's wheel and learn some basics about clay thorough both group and individual instruction. All materials and tools provided. Wear old clothes. An apron or old towel is recommended. 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: Summer 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 8/17

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