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Photo Editing: Film & Digital

In person

Denton Hoyer

Learn to professionally edit your film Color or B&W negatives or digital images in Adobe Lightroom and then prepare fine archival prints on our Canon Pro 1100 printer. We will scan negatives and prepare high resolution digital copies for editing. Basics of digital and film photography will also be covered. All levels of photographic experience will benefit from this class. 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 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/8–10/29

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Spooky Sculptures: Halloween Paper Mâché

Nellie Shevelkina

Get into the Halloween spirit by creating your own one-of-a-kind paper mâché mask or jack-o'-lantern! Use beads, fabric, yarn, feathers, and paint to decorate your sculpture in bold and imaginative ways. A fun, hands-on way to bring your spooky ideas to life! 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 2025

Suggested Ages: 7 - 11

Dates: 10/11–10/18

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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: Fall 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/12 and 12/7

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Learn to Knit a Hat in the Round

Roland Coffey

Use circular needles to knit a hat in the round. We will be covering fundamental skills including casting on, knitting in the round, fixing mistakes like dropped stitches, casting off, and blocking your work. If you can knit a hat, you can knit almost anything! This is the perfect class for beginners and those looking to refresh their knitting skills. 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 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/16–12/11

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Family Silkscreen

In person

Jennifer Van Elswyk

Explore the colorful world of silkscreen printing in this dynamic family workshop designed for kids and adults to create side by side. Using photographs, drawings, and playful experimentation, students will transfer their images onto paper, fabric, and more. Learn the magic of color separation and registration to layer bold, multi-color designs with precision. Whether printing matching tote bags or crafting your own unique prints, this hands-on experience brings creativity and collaboration to life in every pull of the squeegee. No experience needed—just bring your imagination! This class is intended for one adult and one child per registration. 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 2025

Suggested Ages: 7+

Dates: 10/17–12/5

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Color and Design Principals in Printmaking – 2

In person

Kate Henderson

Unleash a Spectrum of Hues in Your Prints.  Are you ready to explore the vibrant world of color in your printmaking practice? This workshop dives deep into the exciting possibilities of incorporating multiple colors into your prints. Understand how to select and combine colors effectively to evoke mood, create depth, and enhance the visual impact of your prints. This class will focus on collagraph and monotype printing, but the principals can be applied to any printmaking technique. Students will learn color theory using color systems color mixing and layering using a variety of techniques a multi-plate registration and trouble shooting multiple ways of creating color in prints: inking techniques and chine colle. This class will concentrate on creating a series of hands-on exercises as well as finished prints. Perfect for both beginners and experienced printmakers looking to expand their use of color. The tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic

Term: Fall 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/22–12/3

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Beginning Boxmaking: The Slipcase

In person

Paulette Rosen

Make a box for a book. Create a slipcase that fits your book snugly while leaving the title and spine in full view. Learn the basics of box making using the tools of our fully equipped bindery. The design and functional aspects of your box, measuring and cutting binder’s board, paper and cloth, and the challenges of gluing are all topics that will be covered during the class.  This is a course for both beginners and those with some experience. Many of the basic skills of bookbinding will be taught including measuring, cutting, folding, and gluing. Intermediate students may continue with ongoing projects.  Enrollment in this class includes one 3 hour monitored open bench session a week. The tuition for this class includes a fee of $6 for basic materials provided by CAW. This class will take place in a studio accessed by a flight of stairs. For any accommodations please send a confidential email to registrar@creativeartsworkshop.org School Policies Students who withdraw

Term: Fall 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/28–12/16

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Fun with Sewing

In person

Nellie Shevelkina

Create, stitch, and bring your ideas to life with fun sewing projects like stuffed animals, pillows, and custom designs for clothing. Whether you’re fixing a button, patching up your favorite hoodie, or making fun stuff like a stuffed animal or a cool tote bag, sewing is both useful and creative. In this adventure, students will learn all the basics—stitching, embroidery, and even how to use a sewing machine. Let’s get stitching and bring your ideas to life! 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 2025

Suggested Ages: 8 - 12

Dates: 10/29–12/10 and 11/2–12/14

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Exploring Linoleum Block Printing

In person

Mark Grindell

Explore the art of block printing with linoleum. The instructor will demonstrate the process for carving and printing a 4” x 6” linoleum block, as well as a variety of inking and printing processes. Students will focus on developing original designs and concepts to prepare a linoleum block to ink, create a series, and print the results.  All printing will be done with water-soluble inks.  Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW. Linoleum Blocks and paper will be provided for the first two classes; students will need to purchase their own paper and blocks after the second session.  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 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/3–12/15

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Introduction to Die Cutting and Embossing

In person

Janet Brodie

Discover the creative potential of manual die-cutting machines and transform simple paper into stunning works of art. Experiment with an array of dies to cut unique shapes and patterns, then explore the art of embossing to add depth and texture. Learn techniques for inking embossing folders to create eye-catching effects, and combine these elements to craft personalized cards or other paper treasures. A wide selection of dies, embossing plates, and folders will be on hand, offering endless possibilities for designs to use during the session and to take home for future projects. 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 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/8

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