Classes

This is a fun, fast-paced decorative art with its true nature seated within the realm of printmaking.

With a focus on six essential power tools, learn properties of wood and shop etiquette, interpret a plan, cut and mill stock and use basic machine joinery.

A basic watercolor class for beginners. We'll learn how to use brush strokes, light and shadow, color etc. to effectively convey realistic scenery and objects.

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Beginner or experienced turner, take wood from fallen trees and "turn" it into 2 - 3 bowls.. Beginners receive basic instruction on safety, lathe operation and carving techniques all geared to the novice.

With a focus on six essential power tools, learn properties of wood and shop etiquette, interpret a plan, cut and mill stock and use basic machine joinery.

Join a studio away from home with sewing machines, tools (like silicone cutting mats, rotary fabric cutters, embroidery needles), supplies (like buttons, pattern paper) mentorship, and a community that will help you make your project a reality. Ideate, brainstorm, problem-solve, and execute in a joyful, inclusive environment. 

*All sewing-experience-levels welcome.

Work on a project of your choice in an open-format classroom.  Bring your piece to the first class to assess and plan, with instructor input.  No set curriculum, the instructor will circulate and offer instruction at all levels.

Learn how illustrators and concept artists create dynamic and imaginative drawings using inspiration boards, reference images and lots of imagination.

A basic watercolor class for beginners. We'll learn how to use brush strokes, light and shadow, color etc. to effectively convey realistic scenery and objects.

For students that want to learn or build upon sewing basics. Students sew by hand and machine, cut patterns, and develop their own personal sewing kit. They will begin by sewing bags, pillows, and simple clothing.

A multi-media class for kids who love art and want to have fun! Students will explore a variety of approaches, mediums, and techniques.

For students that want to learn or build upon sewing basics. Students sew by hand and machine, cut patterns, and develop their own personal sewing kit. They will begin by sewing bags, pillows, and simple clothing.

A multi-media class for kids who love art and want to have fun! Students will explore a variety of approaches, mediums, and techniques.

Unprogrammed free play time in the Eliot School schoolyard with staff supervision.

Join a studio away from home with sewing machines, tools (like silicone cutting mats, rotary fabric cutters, embroidery needles), supplies (like buttons, pattern paper) mentorship, and a community that will help you make your project a reality. Ideate, brainstorm, problem-solve, and execute in a joyful, inclusive environment. 

*All sewing-experience-levels welcome.

For students that want to learn or build upon sewing basics. Students sew by hand and machine, cut patterns, and develop their own personal sewing kit. They will begin by sewing bags, pillows, and simple clothing.

For young artists who want to concentrate on specific skills in drawing, painting, and other 2D media. Students will improve their use of line, value, tone, color, proportion, depth, composition and more.

For students that want to learn or build upon sewing basics. Students sew by hand and machine, cut patterns, and develop their own personal sewing kit. They will begin by sewing bags, pillows, and simple clothing.

A multi-media class for kids who love art and want to have fun! Students will explore a variety of approaches, mediums, and techniques.

Unprogrammed free play time in the Eliot School schoolyard with staff supervision.

For students that want to learn or build upon sewing basics. Students sew by hand and machine, cut patterns, and develop their own personal sewing kit. They will begin by sewing bags, pillows, and simple clothing.

A multi-media class for kids who love art and want to have fun! Students will explore a variety of approaches, mediums, and techniques.

For students that want to learn or build upon sewing basics. Students sew by hand and machine, cut patterns, and develop their own personal sewing kit. They will begin by sewing bags, pillows, and simple clothing.

For kids that want to learn or build upon the basics of woodworking. Children will build projects in wood with basic tools and techniques in an environment that emphasizes creativity and safety.

Unprogrammed free play time in the Eliot School schoolyard with staff supervision.

Unprogrammed free play time in the Eliot School schoolyard with staff supervision.

For young artists who want to concentrate on specific skills in drawing, painting, and other 2D media. Students will improve their use of line, value, tone, color, proportion, depth, composition and more.

A multi-media class for kids who love art and want to have fun! Students will explore a variety of approaches, mediums, and techniques.

For kids that want to learn or build upon the basics of woodworking. Children will build projects in wood with basic tools and techniques in an environment that emphasizes creativity and safety.

For young artists who want to concentrate on specific skills in drawing, painting, and other 2D media. Students will improve their use of line, value, tone, color, proportion, depth, composition and more.

Beginner or experienced turner, take wood from fallen trees and "turn" it into 2 - 3 bowls.. Beginners receive basic instruction on safety, lathe operation and carving techniques all geared to the novice.

For students that want to learn or build upon sewing basics. Students sew by hand and machine, cut patterns, and develop their own personal sewing kit. They will begin by sewing bags, pillows, and simple clothing.

For kids that want to learn or build upon the basics of woodworking. Children will build projects in wood with basic tools and techniques in an environment that emphasizes creativity and safety.

For students that want to learn or build upon sewing basics. Students sew by hand and machine, cut patterns, and develop their own personal sewing kit. They will begin by sewing bags, pillows, and simple clothing.

For kids that want to learn or build upon the basics of woodworking. Children will build projects in wood with basic tools and techniques in an environment that emphasizes creativity and safety.

Unprogrammed free play time in the Eliot School schoolyard with staff supervision.

For students that want to learn or build upon sewing basics. Students sew by hand and machine, cut patterns, and develop their own personal sewing kit. They will begin by sewing bags, pillows, and simple clothing.

A multi-media class for kids who love art and want to have fun! Students will explore a variety of approaches, mediums, and techniques.

For students that want to learn or build upon sewing basics. Students sew by hand and machine, cut patterns, and develop their own personal sewing kit. They will begin by sewing bags, pillows, and simple clothing.

For young artists who want to concentrate on specific skills in drawing, painting, and other 2D media. Students will improve their use of line, value, tone, color, proportion, depth, composition and more.

Unprogrammed free play time in the Eliot School schoolyard with staff supervision.

This August Intensive takes the bookmaking process from start to finish with a focus on book structures especially suited for prints and photographs.

Explore a mixture of non-press printmaking strategies with botanical textures. Combine leaves, sea foam, dried fruits, pine cones, fern fronds…and even some fabulous fakes. 

Bring your own botanical items to add to Cristina’s vast collection, or just bring yourself for some creative exploration

Now that you have some experience and confidence with your woodturning tools, let’s explore woodturning in a bit more detail. If you are comfortable with simple shapes and desire to add more complicated features, or refine surfaces, or if you cut

Turn wood into functional objects and art—bowls, platters, sculptures, and more. Experienced turners are welcome to bring their own tools and learn advanced techniques to carve faster, smoother, and create more unusual shapes.

Receive lots of 1-on-1 instructions geared to your specific experience and skill levels.