Art Charcuterie

Art Charcuterie

Dates

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Ages

On Thursdays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Do you want to get into art, but aren’t sure where to start? Don’t really want to get supplies without knowing if you’ll like a new medium? This is your chance to try before you buy! Each week we’ll make a project using different materials and different techniques, so that you can get a feel for what you enjoy most. Options include acrylics, abstract pouring, watercolors, dry pastels, polymer clay, resin casting, block printing, miniatures, and jewelry techniques. (Class interest will determine the specific mediums and projects that we do.) 
 
Class space is limited. 
 
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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Allison Frink

Allison has been creating since she was old enough to hold a crayon. She earned a BFA in Animation and has been teaching and organizing community art classes since 2006. She loves trying new mediums, learning new skills, and sharing that knowledge. Current favorites include watercolors, drawing, jewelry, and fiber arts. 

 

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Young Multimedia Explorers | 5-8

Young Multimedia Explorers | 5-8

Dates

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Ages

On Mondays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

 In this engaging class, young artists will explore a variety of art techniques and materials. Through fun, hands-on projects, students will discover the basics of drawing, painting, and crafting while learning essential art concepts like line, shape, color, value, and texture. By the end of the class, students will have a collection of fun and colorful projects!
Supplies Provided
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INSTRUCTOR

Jetta Whitehurst

Ms. Jetta is a passionate art instructor dedicated to nurturing the creative talents of young artists! Jetta is an aspiring secondary school teacher and senior at Kennesaw State University double majoring in journalism and theater. Jetta has previously worked art and theater camps at Woodstock Arts, as well as theater and songwriting camps at the Alliance Theatre. In her free time, she can be caught reading, painting, dancing, or hiking.

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Emerging Multimedia Explorers | 8-12

Emerging Multimedia Explorers | 8-12

Dates

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Ages

On Mondays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

This class is per
fect for budding artists ready to take their multimedia skills to the next level. Throughout the course, students will utilize a variety of materials to refine their knowledge of art elements. Designed to spark creativity and imagination, projects involve drawing, painting, and crafting. The class will provide opportunities for creative expression while guiding students to develop their individual artistic styles across different mediums. !
  
Supplies Provided
 

 

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INSTRUCTOR

Jetta Whitehurst

Ms. Jetta is a passionate art instructor dedicated to nurturing the creative talents of young artists! Jetta is an aspiring secondary school teacher and senior at Kennesaw State University double majoring in journalism and theater. Jetta has previously worked art and theater camps at Woodstock Arts, as well as theater and songwriting camps at the Alliance Theatre. In her free time, she can be caught reading, painting, dancing, or hiking.

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Claypalooza | 8-12

Claypalooza | 8-12

Dates

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Ages

On Mondays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Each week we’ll make a different clay sculpture projects using handbuilding techniques. Once our pieces are dried and fired, we’ll add color with glazes. We’re going to get messy, so wear play clothes and tie back long hair if you have it!
  
Supplies Provided
 

Class space is limited. 

 

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INSTRUCTOR

Allison Frink

Allison has been creating since she was old enough to hold a crayon. She earned a BFA in Animation and has been teaching and organizing community art classes since 2006. She loves trying new mediums, learning new skills, and sharing that knowledge. Current favorites include watercolors, drawing, jewelry, and fiber arts. 

 

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Clay Community: 11:00 Monday Morning

Clay Community: 11:00 Monday Morning

Dates

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Ages

On Mondays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Welcome to the Clay Community at the Kish Center-a hand building class that explores the relaxing process of hand building techniques. Monday Clay Community will run for 6 weeks with access to weekly open studio opportunities to practice skills. Lessons will include exploring the Kurinuki carving technique, a Holiday serving dish, Artistic bowl and Snowman sculpture. Skills will be taught in a way that allows options for project outcomes so that both beginners and advanced students will enjoy. Join the Clay Community at the Kish Center!
 
There will be no class on November 25th.
 
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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Heather Stevens

Heather Stevens is an artist that loves utilizing creative objects in her work. She loves focusing on textures and combining art skills in unique ways. Teaching Ceramics brings her great joy; she loves that it provides students of all experience levels the opportunity to make impressive pieces.

When Heather isn’t staying up too late obsessing about her own art projects, she can be found working with her own Photography Company, exploring the beautiful outdoors with her family, or having fun with her children.

She has taught at Jan Dempsey Community Art Center, Jules Collins Smith Museum, and in various school systems. She loves working at, and managing, the Kish Center for Pottery and Ceramics!

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Clay Community: 7:00 Wed PM

Clay Community: 7:00 Wed PM

Dates

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Ages

On Wednesdays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Welcome to the Clay Community at the Kish Center-a hand building class that explores the relaxing process of hand building techniques. Wednesday Clay Community will run for 6 weeks with access to weekly open studio opportunities to practice skills. Lessons will include exploring the Kurinuki carving technique, a Holiday serving dish, Artistic bowl and Snowman sculpture. Skills will be taught in a way that allows options for project outcomes so that both beginners and advanced students will enjoy. Join the Clay Community at the Kish Center!

There will be no class on November 27th

 

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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Heather Stevens

Heather Stevens is an artist that loves utilizing creative objects in her work. She loves focusing on textures and combining art skills in unique ways. Teaching Ceramics brings her great joy; she loves that it provides students of all experience levels the opportunity to make impressive pieces.

When Heather isn’t staying up too late obsessing about her own art projects, she can be found working with her own Photography Company, exploring the beautiful outdoors with her family, or having fun with her children.

She has taught at Jan Dempsey Community Art Center, Jules Collins Smith Museum, and in various school systems. She loves working at, and managing, the Kish Center for Pottery and Ceramics!

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If you have any questions, please let us know.
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Hand-Building Fun with Clay: 9:00 Fri AM

Hand-Building Fun with Clay: 9:00 Fri AM

Dates

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Ages

On Fridays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Welcome to the Hand-building: Fun with Clay at the Kish Center-a clay class that explores the relaxing process of hand building techniques. This class will run for 8 weeks with access to weekly open studio opportunities to practice skills. Lessons will include exploring the Kurinuki carving technique, a Holiday serving dish, Artistic bowl, Snowman sculpture and an Independent Project. Skills will be taught in a way that allows options for project outcomes so that both beginners and advanced students will enjoy. Join the Clay Community at the Kish Center!

There will be no class held November 27th.

 

Register Here

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Heather Stevens

Heather Stevens is an artist that loves utilizing creative objects in her work. She loves focusing on textures and combining art skills in unique ways. Teaching Ceramics brings her great joy; she loves that it provides students of all experience levels the opportunity to make impressive pieces.

When Heather isn’t staying up too late obsessing about her own art projects, she can be found working with her own Photography Company, exploring the beautiful outdoors with her family, or having fun with her children.

She has taught at Jan Dempsey Community Art Center, Jules Collins Smith Museum, and in various school systems. She loves working at, and managing, the Kish Center for Pottery and Ceramics!

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If you have any questions, please let us know.
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Hand-Building Fun with Clay: 11:00 Fri AM

Hand-Building Fun with Clay: 11:00 Fri AM

Dates

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Ages

On Fridays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Welcome to the Hand-building: Fun with Clay at the Kish Center-a clay class that explores the relaxing process of hand building techniques. This class will run for 8 weeks with access to weekly open studio opportunities to practice skills. Lessons will include exploring the Kurinuki carving technique, a Holiday serving dish, Artistic bowl, Snowman sculpture and an Independent Project. Skills will be taught in a way that allows options for project outcomes so that both beginners and advanced students will enjoy. Join the Clay Community at the Kish Center!

There will be no class held November 27th.

 

Register Here

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Heather Stevens

Heather Stevens is an artist that loves utilizing creative objects in her work. She loves focusing on textures and combining art skills in unique ways. Teaching Ceramics brings her great joy; she loves that it provides students of all experience levels the opportunity to make impressive pieces.

When Heather isn’t staying up too late obsessing about her own art projects, she can be found working with her own Photography Company, exploring the beautiful outdoors with her family, or having fun with her children.

She has taught at Jan Dempsey Community Art Center, Jules Collins Smith Museum, and in various school systems. She loves working at, and managing, the Kish Center for Pottery and Ceramics!

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If you have any questions, please let us know.
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Clay Explorations: Thursdays 6:00

Clay Explorations: Thursdays 6:00

Dates

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Ages

On Thursdays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

This is a 6 week class for students with or without knowledge of pottery. It’s going to be based in the material, exploring shapes on the wheel, and by hand. Getting in contact with wild clay and principles of self processing the material. It’s going to have an approach to South American pottery as well as contemporary pottery using color glazes and underglazes. We will center the class around making a mug with a handle and the chance of adding a handmade figure. The process will be throwing a piece, trimming it, adding handles, glazing it and firing. 

 

Class space is limited. Supplies will be provided.

 

 

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Meet Your Instructor

Feliciano Abaurre

I’m an Argentinian potter working and living in Georgia since 2015. I’m a production potter, I work with an electric and a kicking wheel, processing my own clay and some of the glazes. I’ve been always very curious about different cultures and their approach to ceramics. I’ve been lucky to have had a lot of mentors and teachers from different fields of the ceramic world. You can find my work in my Facebook page :El Gaucho Virgen or My Instagram: elgauchovirgen

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Clay Explorations: Thursday 7:30

Clay Explorations: Thursday 7:30

Dates

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Ages

On Thursdays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

This is a 6 week class for students with or without knowledge of pottery. It’s going to be based in the material, exploring shapes on the wheel, and by hand. Getting in contact with wild clay and principles of self processing the material. It’s going to have an approach to South American pottery as well as contemporary pottery using color glazes and underglazes. We will center the class around making a mug with a handle and the chance of adding a handmade figure. The process will be throwing a piece, trimming it, adding handles, glazing it and firing. 

 

Class space is limited. Supplies will be provided.

 

 

Register here

Meet Your Instructor

Feliciano Abaurre

I’m an Argentinian potter working and living in Georgia since 2015. I’m a production potter, I work with an electric and a kicking wheel, processing my own clay and some of the glazes. I’ve been always very curious about different cultures and their approach to ceramics. I’ve been lucky to have had a lot of mentors and teachers from different fields of the ceramic world. You can find my work in my Facebook page :El Gaucho Virgen or My Instagram: elgauchovirgen

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If you have any questions, please let us know.
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SCHOLARSHIPS

If you ARE IN NEED OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE,
PLEASE complete the form BELOW.
APPLY

Drawing Basics

Drawing Basics

Dates

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Ages

On Mondays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

If you’ve always wanted to learn to draw, but aren’t sure where to start, this 6 week class is for you! We’ll cover basic perspective, value (shading), people and animals, and how to get your eyes and hands working together.

Supplies will be provided but if you have a sketchbook you already use feel free to bring it.

There will be no Class on November 25th

 

Class space is limited. 

 
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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Allison Frink

Allison has been creating since she was old enough to hold a crayon. She earned a BFA in Animation and has been teaching and organizing community art classes since 2006. She loves trying new mediums, learning new skills, and sharing that knowledge. Current favorites include watercolors, drawing, jewelry, and fiber arts. 

 

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If you have any questions, please let us know.
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Fabulous Felting

Fabulous Felting

Dates

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Ages

On Mondays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Needle felting lets you make amazing flat objects and sculptures by stabbing loose wool with a special needle. We’ll make a different project each week, so you’ll go home with lots of fiber art to keep or share. This session has new projects, so returning students are welcome. (Warning: Felting needles are sharp! We’ll be careful, but you’ll probably poke yourself at least once.) Supplies are included.

 

There will be no Class on November 25th.

Class space is limited. 

 
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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Allison Frink

Allison has been creating since she was old enough to hold a crayon. She earned a BFA in Animation and has been teaching and organizing community art classes since 2006. She loves trying new mediums, learning new skills, and sharing that knowledge. Current favorites include watercolors, drawing, jewelry, and fiber arts. 

 

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If you have any questions, please let us know.
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Intro to Pointed Pen: Scribe and Flourish

Intro to Pointed Pen: Scribe and Flourish

Dates

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Ages

On Wednesdays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Let’s slow down and take and in-depth look at American Cursive Handwriting using pointed pen with dip ink. This classic form of lettering brings an unlimited amount of possibility and beauty to writing. Students will practice the classic letter forms and learn flourishing, as well. You’ll be able to take your “scribe skills” and apply them to cards, envelopes, gift tags, letter writing, and so much more! Six, 90-minute sessions will be included in this introductory course.

Class space is limited. 

 
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Supplies List

Supplies to Order: (johnnealbooks.com)

*Moon Palace Sumi Ink, 2 oz. SKU #170-2oz $6.15

*Manuscript Wooden Holder SKU #H112 $2.70

*Zebra G Nib SKU #N118 $1.95 (each)

*Silicone Dinky Dip SKU #S1064 $2.00

Other Supplies: ruler, water dish, paperclips, small potato (yes, a real one!), non-fibrous towel (dinner napkin), mechanical pencil & eraser, 32 lb. paper or higher, a few pieces of graph paper

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Denise Leak

 

Denise Leak is a former teacher and lover of letters. She has been teaching handwriting for more than 30 years. She began her calligraphy journey in 2016 with the Birmingham Calligraphy Guild in a class taught by Heather Held from Canada. The flourishing and playfulness of the art form captured her heart. She is a member of IAMPETH (The International Association of Master Penmen, Engrossers, and Teachers of Handwriting) as well as the Atlanta Calligraphy Guild, “Friends of the Alphabet,” and currently resides here in Woodstock, Georgia.

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Wheel Throwing – Monday

Wheel Throwing – Monday

Dates

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Ages

On Mondays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

This 8 week class is designed for you to get comfortable at the pottery wheel. Goals for this class will range from mug-making to larger vessels such as vases, so that students of all experience levels can expand their knowledge. Beginner students will learn all of the basic steps of creating a piece including wedging, centering, trimming, and glazing. For intermediate students, we will work towards your goals with the wheel, whether that’s creating larger pieces or more advanced forms. Students will be encouraged to create at their heart’s desire and above all, value their creativity. The ultimate goal for this class is for you to feel knowledgeable about wheel throwing and to create work that makes you happy. Aprons are recommended, but not required

There will be no class held on November 11th.

 Class space is limited. Supplies will be provided.

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Meet Your Instructor

 

Megan Yacoub

Megan Yacoub grew her passion for ceramics while at school, and has her BFA from Georgia College. Her philosophy behind ceramics is that it should be a fun, creative outlet to express yourself through physical work. Megan’s work focuses mostly on functional tableware, however she loves to add fun and funky twists to traditional wares. She sees her time in the studio as an environment that brings joy and a sense of community.

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If you have any questions, please let us know.
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Wheel Throwing – Friday

Wheel Throwing – Friday

Dates

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Ages

On Fridays

Class Location

CLASS DESCRIPTION

This 8 week class is designed for you to get comfortable at the pottery wheel. Goals for this class will range from mug-making to larger vessels such as vases, so that students of all experience levels can expand their knowledge. Beginner students will learn all of the basic steps of creating a piece including wedging, centering, trimming, and glazing. For intermediate students, we will work towards your goals with the wheel, whether that’s creating larger pieces or more advanced forms. Students will be encouraged to create at their heart’s desire and above all, value their creativity. The ultimate goal for this class is for you to feel knowledgeable about wheel throwing and to create work that makes you happy. Aprons are recommended, but not required

There will be no class held on November 8th.

 Class space is limited. Supplies will be provided.

 

Register here

Meet Your Instructor

 

Megan Yacoub

Megan Yacoub grew her passion for ceramics while at school, and has her BFA from Georgia College. Her philosophy behind ceramics is that it should be a fun, creative outlet to express yourself through physical work. Megan’s work focuses mostly on functional tableware, however she loves to add fun and funky twists to traditional wares. She sees her time in the studio as an environment that brings joy and a sense of community.

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If you have any questions, please let us know.
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