Class Schedule

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Featured Artist for May-Solveig Meyer

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May 21st, 1p - 4p (Acrylic Stilllife)

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Glass on Glass Mosaics

Add sparkle to your windows! Make beautiful one of a kind glass on glass mosaics. Students will learn basic glass cutting and assembly. Cost of this class is $35, all glass included. If you have special rocks, beads, etc that you would like to incoorporate into your piece, bring them along.

               May 21st, 5p - 7p (Monday)
            June 10th, 2p - 4p (Sunday)

Still Life with acrylics - Solveig Meyer

Bring a collection of items from your home or use the groupings provided. This is a beginning class for people interested in learning some basic painting techniques. Cost of class is $35, all materials included.

May 21st, 1p - 4p (Monday)

Beading 101 - Studio Staff

Ever wanted to learn simple beading? In this simple 1.5 hour class you will learn the very basics of beading. We will have a variety of beads and closures to make a double strand bracelet or a necklace. We will have a variety of closures on hand for you to choose from. The cost of this class is $22 and the materials are included for either one double strand bracelet or a necklace. Time permitting you may make more than one piece at the cost of the materials used.

                                                       May 22nd, 5p - 6:30p (Tuesday)
                                                       June 16th, 2p - 3:30p (Saturday)

Sun Catchers with Tom Langford

In this class you will learn to cut glass, apply foil and solder the pieces together to form a finished piece. The pieces will make great suncatchers! Cost of class is $30 plus the cost of materials which you will choose from our supply on site. The typical piece is usually less than $10 in materials.

May 22nd, 10a - 1p (Tuesday)
June 8th, 10a - 1p (Friday)

"Impressionist" Floral Oil Pastel with Steve King

Each workshop participant will create a well-designed, unique and beautiful 18" X 24 " design using a personally selected assortment of vividly colored oil pastels. Cost of class is $40, all materials included.

May 22nd, 1p - 4p (Tuesday)

Intro to Pyrography (Wood burning) with BobThon

Come and experience the fun and creativity of woodburning. Pyrography is the art of burning a design or pattern onto a natural surface such as wood, gourds, leather and cotton paper. In this Basic class you will be using a modern variable temperature woodburner to complete a simple project. You will learn capabilities of different tips and how different temperatures applied to those tips can affect the design. The basic woodburning class is 3 hours long. The cost is $35.00 which includes everything you need to complete a project that you can take home with you.

May 22nd, 5p - 7p (Tuesday)

Garden Divas!! Get ready for Spring

Spruce up your garden, yard and home. Learn to make a stepping stone, mosaic flower pot or 2- glass garden lanterns. Cost of this class is $35, all materials included for one of the above projects of your choice.

May 22nd, 5p - 7p (Tuesday)
June 4th, 10a - 12p (Monday)

Lampwork 103-Old and New with Donna Ernst

Make a unique mix of the old and new by creating a bead on an antique key! Students must have previous lampwork experience or have taken lampwork101. Keys will be on site for you to choose from. Make a collection of matching beads on mandrels and have all the beads needed to create your own special piece. This class is 2.5 hours long. The cost is $35, plus a $15 fee for glass rods and gas. A choice of keys will be available.

                                                             May 24th, 5p - 7:30p (Thursday)
                                                           June 24th, 2p - 4p (Sunday)

Art with Wendy B-Art Journaling & Collage

Learn to make a simple journal using a coposition book. We will be exploring some collage techiniques as well. Lets have some fun!! Cost of class is $25, all materials included.

May 24th, 1p - 4p (Thursday)

Recycled Art Cheese Tray and canape knife- studio staff

Bon apetit'.   Make a unique cheese tray from a re-used wine bottle. Decorate with wire and beads for a unique gift or keep it for yourself! A canape knife completes the set. A variety of bottles have been melted flat in the kiln so they are ready to go.   Pick your bottle and your beads and the staff will teach you the wrapping technique used for this project. This class runs two hours. Cost is $45 and all materials are included.  This photo includes handmade glass beads on both the bottle and knife. In our class we will be wire wrapping beads on the knife (not stacking lampwork beads as shown).

            May 25th, 5p - 7p (Friday)
                                                        June 24th, 1p - 3p (Sunday)

Fused Glass Window Hangings

In this class you will learn to cut glass, design and assemble a window hanging. Pick a simple design for our ideas on site or bring your own. The piece will then be kiln fired and available for pick up within 1 week. This class is $25 plus materials you pick from on site. The average cost of materials is $10.

         May 25th, 11a - 1p (Friday)
        June 11th,  1p - 3p (Monday)

Composition and Photography with Donna Ernst

In our world of automatic cameras which does just about everything for us, often the biggest difference between a mediocre photo and a good one is composition.   In this class you will learn the basic rules of composition. You will complete a shooting assignment and as a group we will review your photos on our laptop and give constructive feedback. This class will be 2.5 hours in length and will include you leaving the studio 'on assignment' for a period of time. The cost of this class is $30 and is limited to six students.

       May 26th, 1p - 3:30p (Saturday)
       June 29th, 5p - 7:30p (Friday)

Lampworking 102- Glass beadmaking - the next step- Donna Ernst

In this class students will build upon what they learn in the beginning class and move on to more control of the glass. Students must have experience with basic lampworking or have taken the beginning class. We will be working on sculpturing molten glass and using brass molds. Students will be taught to pull stringer, including silvered glass stringers which is the instructors favorite! Cost of this class is $35 plus materials fee of $15 for gas and glass rods.

May 26th, 4p - 5:30p (Stringers and Shards) - (Thursday)
June 15th, 5p - 7:30p (Molds and Inclusions) - (Friday)

Wire Wrapping with Jerry

Spend 3 hours and learn the basics of wire wrapping cabachons. Students will learn a basic cage wrap for glass, stone or other piece of your choice and leave with a finished piece ready to wear. Cost of this class is $30, plus materials (average $7-10).

May 26th, 12:30p - 3:30p (Saturday)
June 9th, 2p - 5p (Saturday)
June 18th, 2p - 5p (Monday)

Chain Maille Jewelry with Mandy Hoyt

In this class students will have fun learning how to create a personalized bracelet and earring set using chain maille techniques. Students will weave copper rings together to design their own stunning, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces. Class costs $35 and includes all materials necessary for the entire project, which will be complete at the end of the three-hour session.

May 26th, 2p - 5p (Saturday)

Fused Glass Plates or Nightlights-Donna Ernst

You will cut glass and build a small plate (up to 7 inches) or 2 nightlights. You will be choosing from a variety of colors of glass.  The pieces will be fused at the studio and available for pickup a few days after the class. Cost of class is $30, this includes all materials and kiln firing.

               May 27th, 3p - 5p (Sunday)
            June 5th, 5p - 7:30p (Tuesday)
                                                       June 15th, 10a - 12p (Friday)

Charcoal Landscape with Norm Doyone

Learn to work with charcoal while creating your landscaped work of art! You will learn how to sketch, shade, create vanishing points and depth. The cost of this class is $30, all materials provided, including a 16x20 canvas.

          May 27th, 1p - 4p (Sunday)
          June 26th, 4p - 7p (Tuesday)

Fused Glass Pendants - studio staff

In this beginning fusing class you will learn to design pendants. You will cut glass and build your pendants in layers. There will be a variety of glass color, including some dichroic.  You may choose to include copper cut outs in your pendants. The pieces will be fused at the studio and available for pickup a few days after the class.  The glass materials are included in the $30 class fee. Silver or Gold bails to finish off your piece will be available.

   May 27th, 1p - 3p (Sunday)
   June 8th, 5p - 7p (Friday)

Blowing Glass Bubbles with Donna Ernst

Using a blow tube, glass rods and a tourch students will learn to create glass bubble shapes. Bubbles are typically shattered and used as decoration on beads. Class participants must have prior lampwork experience or have taken Lampwork 101. The cost of this 2.5 hour class is $35, plus $15 for glass rods and gas.

May 29th, 5p - 7:30p (Tuesday)

Wine:30 - girls night out!

A class created just for girls night out! You know we all need one! This series of classes will be held the last Thursday of every month beginning on May 31st. This is a night of camaraderie and fun for women 21 and over. We will pamper ourselves, sip complimentary wine or sparking juice and create a piece of art while enjoying the company of your ‘new girlfriends’ from our community. To start this off, our first class is called Mud and Merlot. We will all do a mud mask, sip merlot and paint a unique wine glass. What can beat that?!

May 31st , 6p - 8p  (Mud, Merlot & Wine Glass Painting $35)
June 28th, 6p - 8p (Pinot, Pariffin & Scented Candles $37)

July 26th, 6p - 8p (Moscato, Manicures & Mosaics $38)

Stain Glass with a touch of Whimsy - Tom Langford

In this class students will create one of a kind stained glass pieces that have a touch of whimsy to them. Students will learn to cut glass, apply foil and solder the pieces together. Copper tubing, wire and/or copper channel will be used to compliment the glass pieces of your choice. This class is $45, all materials included.
               May 31st, 10a -1p  (Thursday)
              June 5th, 10a - 1p (Tuesday)
              June 30th, 1p - 4p (Saturday)

Mosaic Mirrors

Come and create your own one of a kind mosaic mirror to accent your home or give away as a unique hand made gift. Choose from a variety of glass and colors on site. Cost of this class is $40, all material included to complete a 16x16 mosaic framed mirror.

June 1st, 5p - 7p (Friday)
June 18th, 1p - 3p (Monday)

Earring Mania!

Come in and create your own personalized sets of earrings. Learn to bead and put together up to 3 pair of unique, one of a kind earrings. You will choose from a variety of beads and create your own style. Cost of this class is $23, all materials included.

June 3rd, 2p - 3:30p (Sunday)

Charcoal Portraits

Learn to work with charcoal while creating a portrait from a photo you bring in. You will learn how to sketch, shade, create vanishing points and depth. The cost of this class is $30, all materials provided, including a 16x20 canvas.

June 4th, 1p - 4p (Monday)
June 16th, 11a - 2p (Saturday)

Beginning Lampwork glass beadmaking 101 - Donna Ernst

Using a surface mix torch and glass rods learn to make unique one of a kind glass beads. Starting with a safety lecture you will move on to melting glass. The focus will be on control of the glass in the flame. Demonstrations will be provided throughout the class on learning to do some simple decorations on your beads. This class does come with one warning:
Beware - lampworking may be addictive.
This class in 2.5 hours long is $35 plus a materials cost of $15 for gas and glass rods.

June 4th, 5p - 7:30p (Monday)

Silk Scarves with Faith Kelly

Create your own original hand-dyed long silk scarf using a modification of the Japanese Shibori method. You will select and mix your own dye colors. Class cost is $45. plus $8-10. for supplies. Latex gloves will be supplied or bring a pair of waterproof gloves you are comfortable with.

                June 5th, 10a - 1p (Tuesday)
            June 16th, 1p - 4p (Saturday)
            June 22nd, 5p - 8p (Friday)

Florals in Pastel - Sam St. John

Flower Pastel Class: Come learn the basics of soft pastels! We will be using pictures of flowers from my travels, or you can bring your own to choose from. Learn how to create depth and volume in your drawing-if you don't already know the basics of shading. The cost of this class is $35 with all materials included.

June 7th, 1p - 4p (Thursday)

Fossils on glass

Create a unique modern day fossil with glass, foil and solder. You will choose a pattern such as the one shown or another of your choice. In this class students will learn to cut sheet copper with an xacto knife. Images will be placed on glass and the methods to complete the fossil will be shared. The cost of this class is $40 plus the cost of materials which you will choose from our selection on site. Average cost of materials is $8 to $15.

June 7th, 5p - 7p (Thursday)

Coil Fabric Baskets

Make a coil fiber basket in one evening. This class is is for everyone. You may bring your own yarn and beads or we will have some available at the studio.  Bright colors bringing a touch of whimsy or use colors to match a room in your home. The class will run for 3 hours. Cost is $30 plus materials. (usually between $5-$10 depending on the size of your project.

      June 10th, 11a - 2p (Sunday)

Beginning Stained Glass - Tom Langford

Stained Glass - For the beginning student.
This is an intro to the tiffany foil method. You will learn to cut glass, apply foil and solder the pieces together to form a finished piece. A variety of simple patterns will be offered for this first class. Wear old clothing as it can get a little messy. Cost of this two part class is $59 plus the cost of materials which you will choose from our supply on site. The typical piece is usually less than $20 in materials.

June 11th, 5p - 8p (Part 1) (Monday)
June 18th, 5p - 8p (Part 2) (Monday)

Basic Drawing - Natasha Poppe

Yes you can-You can draw and you can enjoy it! This drawing workshop is for beginners who need confidence before starting the "tranformations" classes. We wil relax, have fun and learn. Work with a simple object and learn to slow down use the whole page, start with tones and values rather than details and coordinate your eyes with your hands. Cost of class is $35 and all materials are included.

June 12th, 3p - 6p (Tuesday)

Pastel Portrait Basics - Sam St. John

Portraits Basics: Before diving into a portrait, it's helpful to know the basics-how to work with skin tones and creating facial features. We will be working with soft pastels. This class is great if you've had little experience drawing people! This is a three hour class, all materials are included. $35.00

June 12th, 4p - 7p (Tuesday)

Liquid Watercolor with Kelyn King

Don’t throw those old, dried out markers away! Learn how to recycle them into beautifully vibrant watercolors to use in a fun and colorful painting! Cost of this 2 hour class is $30.

June 14th, 4p - 7p (Thursday)

Clay and Figures with Natasha Poppe

Bring a flat slab of clay to life and make a firgure of sculpture of your choice. This is a two part class in which students will create their one of a kind masterpiece. The pieces will be built the first night of class and fired before the 2nd class. During the 2nd class the items will be glazed and then taken with Natasha for a 2nd firing. $55 includes all materials and the two kiln firings for this two part class.

June 19th, 3p - 5p (part 1)(Tuesday)
June 26th, 3p - 5p (part 2) (Tuesday)

Book Box with Kelyn King

Repurpose an old book into a functional box, just waiting to become the resting place for your keys when you come home! Learn how to successfully create an “antiqued” collage on a three dimensional surface. Please come
ready with your favorite magazines to collage with. All other materials are provided for this 3
hour class. Cost: $35.00

June 22nd, 3p - 6p (Thursday)

Stained Glass-the next step with Tom Langford

Come and learn the next step to stained glass. You must have taken Beginning Stained Glass or have prior experience. In this class you will lear, came channeling, how to cut different shapes, soldering techniques, and how to create a larger piece. Cost of this class is $40 plus the cost of glass (typical cost for glass is under $20, depending on the glass you choose).

June 25th, 4p - 7p (Monday)

Pastel Partial Portrait - Sam St. John

Partial Portraits: Instead of taking on a whole portrait, we will
be doing a partial portrait with soft pastels. Learn how to incorporate color with skin tones if desired, or just stick with the basics! Bring in a picture of a loved one, or a picture of yourself to work from. Cost for this class is $35, all materials included.

June 29th, 1p - 4p (Friday)

Textured Metals with Jerry

Students will learn to cut, shape and texture metals to create a unique and one of kind metal pendant or pair of earings. You will learn the use of basic metal working tools. There will be copper, brass and metal base to choose from. This class is 3 hours long and costs $29, plus cost of materials (average $7-10)

June 29th, 5p - 8p (Friday)

TieTotes with Kelyn King

Few things have more character than the necktie. Fathers are showered with these novelty gems for birthdays, holidays, and other festive occasions. Many times these ties only get worn a couple of times, and then are put to rest in the back of the closet. Instead of hiding them in the closet where the memories are left in the dark, display them by repurposing them into a story-telling, conversation starting tietote! Come ready with ties and a reliable sewing machine. Cost of this 3 hour class is $40.

June 30th, 11a - 2p (Saturday)

Outdoor Art with Jenn Veenedall

Need that original piece of art to make your outdoor living space complete? This class will teach you a low-cost method to achieve a high impact artful atmosphere. You will take away a large acrylic nature-inspired painting to add to your deck, patio, porch or yard. Many photos of flowers and plants will be provided to choose from, or bring your own favorite. Cost of this class is $45- fee includes two sessions and all materials.

July 9th, 5p - 8p (Part 1) (Monday)
July 23rd, 5p - 8p (Part 2) (Monday)

Ceramic Painting...Anytime for Everyone!

Come in anytime! Paint and create your own ceramic masterpiece. Prices are all inclusive and include ceramic piece of your choice, paint, glaze and kiln firing. Great to do with a friend, child, parent, group or on your own.
Items to choose from on site include:
Piggy banks $18
Large plates $22
Jumbo latte/soup mug $18
Decorative Vases $20
Heart Shaped Plaque $18

More classes coming soon.......

watch this page for classes as we add them!

Beginning Oil Pastels with Steve King

The oil pastel workshop includes an introduction to the multiple uses of oil pastels as well as a hands-on project. Oil Pastels can be smeared, swirled, layered on thickly and even carved into! Each workshop participant will create at least one well-designed, unique and beautiful 18" X 24 " design using a personally selected assortment of vividly colored oil pastels. Cost of class is $40, all materials included.

Clay Pendants and Beads - Natasha Poppe

Make some beautiful neck pieces, pendants and beads for firing in an electric kiln. We will experiment with form and texture to make art for you to wear. Finish your pieces by choosing glazes for firing and chose from a range of stringing materials. Complement your piece with glass or metal beads. This is a two part class. The first night you will work with the clay to form your pieces. The instructor will fire you pieces and you will return the follow week to finish the pieces with glazed. Your pieces will be fired a second time and will be ready for pick up a few days later. The cost of this class for the two sessions is $49. Materials included however there will be an additional $10 total firing fee for both kiln firings.

Expression in color - Solveig Meyer

The expression class will be highly student led. The goal is to learn to express emotion using color, texture, and other important elements. We will be working with acrylics to take advantage of their quick dry time and the ability to use multiple layers of paint. Cost of this class is $35, all materials included.

Charcoal Abstracts and Still Life with Stephanie

Want to learn how to have fun using charcoal? In this charcoal class you will become familar with all the ways you can draw and shade with charcoal sticks. The goal of the class is to help you find your style and voice through charcoal Cost of this class is $25, all materials included.

Altered Book with Wendy Barringer

Turn an everday book into a piece of art! With hidden pockets, creative pages and your very own masterpiece. Cost of class $25, brink your own hard cover book or choose from our selection.

Learn to paint with Watercolors-Solveig Meyer

This class explores basics in the use of watercolors. Flowers are perfect for exploring the medium due to the infinite textures and colors that one can use. The aim of the course is to explore style and learn to develop an understanding of their own style. The cost is $35 and all materials are included.

Perky Pots with Natasha Poppe

Bring a flat slab of clay to life and make a simple dish or cup. This is a two part class in which students will make a small hand built dish or small pot. The pots will be built the first night of class and fired before the 2nd class. During the 2nd class the items will be glazed and then taken with Natasha for a 2nd firing. $55 includes all materials and the two kiln firings for this two part class.

Pen and Ink with Watercolor Wash - Mona Frank

Come and learn the basics about pen and ink!
In this three hour class we will learn about line, value, and texture in pen and ink. Once you get the basic techniques down you can transform your piece into something that showcases your personal style. We will then learn the basic about watercolor washes that work well with pen and ink to enhance your drawing. Come and enjoy a friendly, creative environment while you learn to express yourself with a time-honored, classic medium. Class fee is $40 and materials are included, just bring a simple image with you that you would like to work with.

Raku with you!! Natasha Poppe

Raku is the common name given to a firing style that originated in Japan. The American version is a two-step process, and it’s a lot of fun! The firing is done outdoors. We take the red-hot pots out of the kiln (try not to burn your eyebrows!) and put them into a barrel with sawdust or other combustibles. As the flames leap up, we close the barrel. The pots absorb the smoke and turn black, and the glazes change chemistry because the flame, seeking oxygen, pulls it out of the oxides in the glazes.When we use white glazes, we see black patterns where the smoke crept in. With copper, iron, or cobalt oxide glazes, we get the metallic effects the flames created for us! In our first session, we will make tiles, beads or smallpots. In our second session, we will glaze and fire up! Cost of this two part class is $55, with a $10 firing fee, all materials included.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to scheduled class to receive credit towards another class. Cancellations less than 24 hours will result in forfeiture of fees.

ThunderWillow Community Arts

SIGN UP FOR CLASSES: Call the studio or register on-line to reserve you place. Class sizes are from 6-10 persons only! 715-808-8034funnewshop@yahoo.com