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Learn the art of pottery and create your own unique ceramic pieces in these hands-on crafting classes in San Francisco.

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Soft Sculpture Workshop Part II: Knots

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

In the second part of two soft sculpture workshops this term, students will work with rope, armatures, and experimental media to create knotted sculptures and/or wall hangings. In the first class we will learn and practice making knots and plan for individual projects that will be the main focus of our second class.  All levels welcome. Week One: Powerpoint and project overview, demo knots, practice knots, Experimental media Demo, Student...

(13) All levels 12 and older
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$100

2 sessions

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Creating Dream Journals

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Younger generations are often educated about and confronted with the systemic issues of our society. How often are they given the space to dream, imagine, and create something new? In this workshop series, young artists will create their own dream journals. We’ll ground ourselves in liberatory texts that teach us about the role of dreaming in creating future worlds. We’ll ask big questions and give ourselves the space to be expansive and imaginative...

(13) All levels 12 - 18 years old
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$120

3 sessions

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Creating Your Own Art Workshop

Living Your Wild Creativity

If you have ever wanted to become an art workshop teacher or you are a teacher and want to make your workshops to be more of who you are, or wish to create a special workshop, this is a perfect course for you. In this 6 week LIVE online course we will: Explore and identify the unique gifts you possess to share to others in a course or workshop Collect inspirations for your ideas Design and find the perfect location for your workshop Learn how...

All levels 16 and older
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Creative Book Making Structures

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Students will learn several simple methods for joining papers to make their own books for either written or illustrative content, or to be left blank to function as a unique sketchbook. Using cardstock templates, we will construct various styles of pockets, fold outs, and accordion folds to create unique features for your one of a kind book.  We will spend half the class time learning these methods, and the other half either creating content...

(13) Beginner 17 and older
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In- Person- Modern Macrame Marathon

Dragonfly Designs

Let’s get knotty! Macrame is a gorgeous and versatile craft that never seems to go out of style. In this week-long camp, we’ll be focusing on basic-but-beautiful knots, and learning how to combine them into impressive pieces of textile art. Projects Macrame Wall-Hanging Macrame Feather Locations This class will be held in-person at Saratoga Prospect Center Lawn; outdoors (please dress appropriately) following social distance and county guidelines...

(5) All levels 8 - 13 years old
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Curiosidades de México III : Pantuflas (Ages 10 - 16)

Richmond Art Center

Esta clase será en español. El curso se divide en tres series de actividades en las cuales construiremos algunas curiosidades características de México. No necesitas ser un experto, es más, entre menos sepas ¡mejor! Para finalizar tejeremos un par de pantuflas al estilo que mi abuela me enseñó, usando puntadas básicas. Con este último proyecto tendrás un buen regalo para las fiestas. Materials List: Knit a pair of slippers:- 100 gm...

(13) All levels 10 - 16 years old
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Curiosidades de México III: Pantuflas

Richmond Art Center @ Virtual Classroom

In this series of workshops students will learn to create Mexican arts and crafts. The different projects will connect to inter-generational traditions and teach students popular Mexican art forms that can be modified with individual creative touches. Part III: We will knit a pair of slippers that make a perfect holiday gift! Materials List Knit a pair of slippers: 100 gm of the acrylic fine yarn Pair of metal knitting Needles #4 (3.5mm)...

(13) All levels 16 and older
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$70

2 sessions

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Creative Exploration & Expansion Series: Mandala

Richmond Art Center

Creative Exploration and Expansion Series: Mandala Making These classes will be about creative expansion and artistic self-discovery. We will experiment with intuitive drawing and collage, guided visualization exercises, drip painting, mandala making, and journaling. As the teacher, my goal will be to create a safe container for students to be playful, imaginative, and exploratory. No prior artistic experience is required. Mandala Making - Experience...

(13) All levels 5 - 18 years old
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Art & Wine: Polyhedra!

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Enjoy a creative night at the intersection of math and art! Color and construct dazzling geometric forms while learning about the mathematical relationships of these captivating shapes.  Artist Stacy Speyer combines her passions for art and math to create geometric forms and patterns in various media, and will share her work and process.  This event is fun for artists (or non-artists) of all skill levels. First glass of wine is inclu...

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Mixed Medium Sculptures - Shadow Puppetry

Richmond Art Center

This class will explore the wide world of mixed medium sculpture with hands-on projects inspired by the work of prominent artists in paper, textiles, cardboard, and recycled materials. Special Notes This class will be held via Zoom. A link for the class will be emailed to you no later than 2 hours before the start of the class. Required Supplies 1 12”x 18” heavy paper/cardstock each Ruler Pencil and eraser Fine sharpie Scissors Medium...

(13) All levels 6 and older
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Pieces of You - Collage for Self-Discovery

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

This class will use collage to explore images, identity, and inner wisdom. Inspired by the expressive art method, SoulCollage®, participants will come away from class with a unique collage and a deeper appreciation for their multifaceted self.   Suggested Materials-  Collage images (sources can include magazines, postcards, calendars, catalogs, or other images you've collected over time)  Scissors  Glue  Approx....

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Precious Metal Clay Jewelrymaking

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unleash your creativity with bronze and silver metal clay in this hands-on jewelry-making course. Learn techniques for crafting stunning pendants, rings, stone settings, and molds while discovering the art of firing and finishing designs. Gain the skills to bring your unique jewelry visions to life.

(13) Beginner 16 and older
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$320

6 sessions

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Community Nights: Art for All

Living Your Wild Creativity @ 4404 Ross Rd, Sebastopol, CA

Each class is open to everyone from ages 16 to 96 where you will get to create and learn and have something to take home as well.  ALL LEVELS WELCOME. So, if you are new to the neighborhood, would like to create and share with others, this is a perfect place to be. Bring your curiosity, your joy, your willingness to try something new!  Materials fee: $5 each class, paid to the instructor. Please Note: The school will send out a map,...

All levels 16 and older
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Glass Blowing Intensive

Richmond Art Center @ 833 S 19th St, Richmond, CA

Become a bona fide glass blower in this set of cumulative glass blowing classes. Start with the basics, and with your instructor's guidance, work your way up to independently creating your own original work. Walk the walk and talk the talk by gaining a deeper understanding of the craft than you would in a shorter class.  Our goal is for you to have the confidence and know-how to rent time at a glass studio on your own and dive right in. Sign...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$800

4 sessions

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Beginning Jewelry

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unleash your creativity and craft unique jewelry pieces in metal! Discover the art of fabrication, shaping, texturing, and finishing to create stunning rings, earrings, or pendants. Perfect for beginners and intermediates alike, this class offers a hands-on experience in jewelry making.

(13) Beginner 18 and older
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$400

8 sessions

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Jewelry 1

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Destination Jewelry! This is the first term of a series, designed to teach the ins and outs the hows and whys of jewelry fabrication. Jump on board to learn sawing, filing, soldering, texturing and finishing, cold connections, ring making, tool use and maintenance, metal forming, layout, and more.  Perfect for beginners, as well as students who want to keep improving their skills.  Materials fee of $30 due to instructor on first day.

(13) Beginner 18 and older
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$360

11 sessions

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Advanced Jewelry

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

What skills do you want to learn? Gracefully curved and soldered wire work? Mechanisms? New stone captures and settings? Hinges? A nifty box clasp? Maybe you want to incorporate enamels into your fabricated jewelry? Learn new techniques and use them in your next project! Get professional, personalized guidance, and expand your skillset with demonstrations and challenging exercises. Includes 1 hour of instructor-led open studio. Basic fabrication...

(13) Advanced 17 and older
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$305

10 sessions

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Introduction to Silversmithing

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unveil the art of transforming silver into stunning jewelry with our hands-on course. Discover the intricate techniques of sawing, filing, and soldering as you craft your own exquisite multilayered pendant or earrings. Elevate your skills week by week, from wire bending to refined finishing touches, and unleash your creativity in a supportive environment.

(13) All levels 16 and older
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$300

6 sessions

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Fundamental Jewelry & Metal Techniques

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Students pursue individual design ideas while learning the basics techniques of jewelry making including cold connections, soldering, texturing, sawing and filing, finishing techniques, stone setting and more. Required supplies for this program: 6X6” 20 Gauge Copper Brass OR Nu-Gold/Jeweler’s Bronze Sawblade Lubricant SAWBLADES – Size: 2/0 You might need a couple dozen to last you throughout the semester. Purchase from: Otto Frei or...

(13) Beginner 17 and older
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$255

8 sessions

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Glass Blowing Kickstart

Richmond Art Center @ 833 S 19th St, Richmond, CA

Learn to gather molten glass from the furnace, add an air bubble, and shape it into a finished product using various tools at the work bench. Create three items including a clear drinking glass, small sculpture, and colorful paperweight.  Note: Please wear all cotton or natural fiber clothing (jeans and a t-shirt = good!) and closed-toe shoes (tennis shoes, sneakers, boots = good!). Long pants are required for participants under the age of...

(13) All levels 17 and older
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$250
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