Teaching Artist – Carolina Mayorga

09/24/2024 – 10/08/2024

Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Tuition – $125.00

In this workshop combining words and drawing students will learn to create their own artworks based on words, quotes, riddles, while exploring different illustration techniques and media such as pencil, colored pencils and watercolor among others.

Materials: Mixed media paper pad 18×24. All other materials will be provided. See suggested link: https://www.dickblick.com/items/canson-xl-mix-media-pad-12-x-9-portrait-60-sheets/

Spanish speakers welcome! 

Teaching Artist – Sarah Jamison

09/25/2024 – 10/30/2024

Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Tuition – $250.00

Students will learn drawing techniques emphasizing the joy of creation. Everyone will create a piece (or pieces) of artwork based around Sarah’s specific artist practice and area of expertise – drawing from a collaged photo reference. All materials are provided. 

Teaching Artist – Ellen Cornett

09/05/2024 – 10/10/2024

Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Tuition – $250.00

Each class will include a nude model who will pose for warm ups, short exercises and one or more longer drawing sessions for a variety of practice. Students will need an 18″×24″ newsprint drawing pad, an 18″×24″ Strathmore 300 or 400 series drawing pad, a kneaded eraser and soft vine charcoal. CHAW can supply the easel and storage if needed. 

Teaching Artist – Will Fleishell

09/14/2024 – 10/19/2024

Saturdays, 11:30am – 2:30pm

Tuition – $350.00

Each class will include a nude model who will pose for warm ups, short exercises and one or more longer drawing sessions for a variety of practice. Students will need an 18×24 newsprint drawing pad, an 18×24 Strathmore 300 or 400 series Cold Press drawing pad, a kneaded eraser and soft vine charcoal. CHAW can supply the easel and storage if needed.

Teaching Artist – Nick Wittkofski

08/19/2024 – 08/26/2024

Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm

Tuition – $90.00

In this workshop we will explore the process of tile making. In the first week we will dive into hand-carved or pressed tiles, and in the second week we will test different glazing techniques. Students are encouraged to bring in different materials and items with textures, if they are interested in testing pressed tiles. If students have additional bisqueware items from previous sessions, they are welcome to experiment with different glazing techniques on these pieces during the workshop.

Teaching Artist – Sarah Winston

08/21/2024 – 09/04/2024

Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Tuition – $135.00

During this three-week workshop, students will work on a variety of lidded objects. We will discuss and demystify the difficulty involved in proportions and functionality with lidded pieces. Students should feel comfortable throwing and trimming on the wheel.

Teaching Artist – Nick Wittkofski

06/24/2024 – 08/12/2024

Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm

Tuition – $360.00

This class is designed for students who know the basic techniques. We will still go over fundamentals but will focus more on how to transform your lump of clay into your next work of art. Basic materials will be provided with the class.  

Teaching Artist – Selina Tran

07/23/2024 – 09/03/2024

Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Tuition – $315.00

Handbuilding and wheel throwing will be covered in this course with plenty of time and space for you to find your own niche and create something beautiful to take home. All materials are provided.

Teaching Artist – Sarah Winston

06/26/2024 – 08/14/2024

Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Tuition – $360.00

Students will gain practice and time on the wheels creating functional pieces that will be finished and ready to use by the end of this session. Ability to center clay on your own and experience in wheel throwing is recommended. All materials are provided During this class, we will be throwing with 1 pound of clay and focusing on the basic techniques. The course includes wedging, centering clay, throwing basic bowl and cylinder forms, finishing & glazing. All materials are provided.

Teaching Artist – Rebecca Bock

07/11/2024 – 08/29/2024

Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Tuition – $360.00

Handbuilding and wheel throwing will be covered in this course with plenty of time and space for you to find your own niche and create something beautiful to take home. All materials are provided.

Teaching Artist – Russell Barajas

07/20/2024 – 08/31/2024

Saturday, 9:00am-1:00pm

Tuition – $550.00

If new to printing, students will learn the basic functioning of the enlargers by making simple photograms, and then learn the process of printing from negatives. More experienced students will further their knowledge and practice of printing, with individualized instruction and projects. The class will have ongoing critiques to examine and share what students have accomplished. 

*No class August 3

NOTE: For anyone 18 yrs+. Contact photography@chaw.org if you have any specific questions regarding this class. 

Teaching Artist – Carol Antezana

08/03/2024 – 08/03/2024

Saturday, 9:00-2:00pm

Tuition – $135.00

The seminar is designed for folks who shoot film but have no prior darkroom experience. In the seminar, you will learn the basics of film development and print making. At the end of the seminar you will have one roll of developed film, one contact sheet, and one print. Please bring one full (undeveloped) roll of 35mm or 120mm black and white film to the seminar. If you need help unloading the film from your camera, Carol can help you.

NOTE: For anyone 18 yrs+. Contact photography@chaw.org if you have any specific questions regarding the seminar.

Teaching Artist – Carol Antezana

09/07/2024 – 09/07/2024

Saturday, 9:00-2:00pm

Tuition – $135.00

The seminar is designed for folks who shoot film but have no prior darkroom experience. In the seminar, you will learn the basics of film development and print making. At the end of the seminar you will have one roll of developed film, one contact sheet, and one print. Please bring one full (undeveloped) roll of 35mm or 120mm black and white film to the seminar. If you need help unloading the film from your camera, Carol can help you.

NOTE: For anyone 18 yrs+. Contact photography@chaw.org if you have any specific questions regarding the seminar.

Teaching Artist – Carol Antezana

10/05/2024 – 10/05/2024

Saturday, 9:00-2:00pm

Tuition – $135.00

The seminar is designed for folks who shoot film but have no prior darkroom experience. In the seminar, you will learn the basics of film development and print making. At the end of the seminar you will have one roll of developed film, one contact sheet, and one print. Please bring one full (undeveloped) roll of 35mm or 120mm black and white film to the seminar. If you need help unloading the film from your camera, Carol can help you.

NOTE: For anyone 18 yrs+. Contact photography@chaw.org if you have any specific questions regarding the seminar.

Teaching Artist – Heather Whyte

09/23/2024 – 11/25/2024

Mondays, 6:00-6:55pm

Tuition – $190.00

Learn to shuffle, flap, and all the basics to get you moving. Students should have tap shoes and wear comfortable clothes. No prior dance experience required. Returning students will build on prior knowledge.

No class on Monday, October 14 or Monday, November 11.

Teaching Artist – Heather Whyte

06/03/2024 – 07/08/2024

Mondays, 7:00-7:55pm

Tuition – $190.00

Come stretch, move, and dance! This Luigi inspired jazz class will include floor exercises based on centering, isolation, strength building, and balance. A new combination of steps will be introduced each class to work on coordination. No formal training or experience is needed. Please come to class in ballet shoes or bare feet. 

No class on Monday, October 14 or Monday, November 11.

Teaching Artist – Heather Whyte

06/03/2024 – 07/08/2024

Mondays, 8:00-8:55pm

Tuition – $190.00

This class emphasizes the fundamentals of ballet and encourages ballet as a means of improved body awareness, poise, grace, musicality, flexibility, and self-expression. Classes are structured to include warm-up exercises, barre technique and center floor work. Ballet shoes and comfortable clothes are recommended. No prior dance experience required. Returning students will build on prior knowledge. 

No class on Monday, October 14 or Monday, November 11.

Teaching Artist – Brynn Bodair

09/10/2024 – 10/29/2024

Tuesdays, 7:15-8:05pm

Tuition – $190.00

Explore the technicality and fluidity of jazz-based movement, hard-hitting hip hop influence, as well as sensual floorwork and movement as you experience heels dancing. All experience levels and bodies are welcome as modifications and adjustments will be offered as necessary. A pair of heels that you feel comfortable moving in or sneakers are recommended.

Register for all 8weeks, or for one week at a time.

Teaching Artist – Brynn Bodair

09/11/2024 – 10/30/2024

Wednesdays, 7:45-8:35pm

Tuition – $190.00

Sustained physical movement research with stream of consciousness, inquisitive improvisational prompts; focuses on cultivating the dancer’s internal processing of language, instincts, curiosity, and sense of exploration. All experience levels and bodies are welcome. Non-restrictive clothing suitable for movement. Socks or bare feet.

Register for all 8 weeks, or for one week at a time.