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Construction w/ Laser Cutting and Engraving
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Art & Technology: Construction with Laser Cutting And Engraving Design and make your own customized lamp, home decors, furniture or other aesthetic objects. Explore the potential of the laser cutter through a series of hands-on technical practices and investigations on materials. This course covers the basic principles and practices of design methodology and construction. Specifically, the course provides extensive technical training...
Evidence Books (Ages 16+)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Using personal papers, maps, brochures, photo and other personal items. You will create your own Evidence book. This book is a cross between an artist book, photo album, journal, and scrapbook. The materials used inspire the way the book takes form. A variety of techniques will be demonstrated and experimentation will be encouraged. Bring your own ephemera or use materials provided. There will be a 30 minute break for lunch on each day.
Ukiyo-e "Japanese Woodblock Printing"
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Ukiyo-e woodblock printing in this intensive workshop. Discover the intricate process of carving linoleum blocks and mastering the unique coloring techniques. Explore the historical significance and contemporary applications of this dynamic art form under expert guidance.
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Introduction to Woodworking for Adults
Introduction to Woodworking is a comprehensive review of tools and techniques for beginning woodworkers. Topics covered will be: Hand + Power Tools, Joinery, Finishes, and Digital Slide Shows demonstrating these topics. Students will be expected to purchase a few items for weekly assignments.
Exploring Visual Design (Ages 9-13)
Explore how the elements and principles of art interact to create a great design! Discover how to use pattern, balance, contrast and other principles to make your art soar to new heights. Expressive name designs, Op Art zebras, and other fun designs will be done with @TheArtfulGrammy. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class. You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a...
Advanced Techniques: Surface Treatments
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Different surface design techniques covered will include sgraffito (carving through layers), mishima (in-lay), slip trailing, stencil and stamp design and application (store and handmade), resist techniques (wax and underglaze), image transfer, and silk screen application.
Wood Inlay with Laser Cutter
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn how to create custom wood inlay with a laser cutter. Each week we will create something different and then cut it out. Make a custom drink coaster, cuting board, and wall art out of hardwood.
Write On: Make a Turned Wood Pen
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Turn two pens – one for you, and one to give away! We'll cover everything from choosing the materials and kit, preparing the wood, turning, finishes and assembly. The design is limited only by your imagination. Bring to class any turning tools you currently own. All other tools and materials will be provided for the class.
$175
Needle Felt Plushies: An Intro to Needle Felting
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn the basic fundamentals of needle felting as you create a miniature, posable plush figure of your favorite animal or cartoon/video game character. Learn how to create a basic wire armature, sculpt simple 3D shapes and create 2D designs out of wool.
Turn a Bowl in a Day
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the art of woodturning as you craft a beautiful bowl in just one day. This beginner-friendly workshop offers hands-on instruction, allowing you to create a stunning piece without prior woodworking experience. Unleash your creativity and take home a unique masterpiece to cherish.
$180
Rejuvenated Jewelry
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Inspired by the little treasures you save and love, we will cleverly combine old and new elements to create spectacular jewelry. Bring your special and sentimental keepsakes, single earrings, buttons, charms, chains, family photos, and found objects and let Bonnie Arkin inspire your creativity. You will learn to solder, wire wrap, and string. Arkin has many examples to share and resources for treasure hunting. A supply list is given...
Origami Tessellations (Ages 16+)
Fold three awe-inspiring origami tessellations: Spread Hexagon, Square Weave, and Waterbomb, created by noted origami designers. A tessellation is repeated folds that form geometric patterns. Get familiar with origami terminology and techniques, and explore how your folds can be used in compound designs using materials found in your home. Skill Level: Beginner This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to...
Enameling In Your Home Kiln
Learn new techniques to use in your home kiln! Start with the basics of sifting enamels and utilizing your own enamels fire new pieces learning sgraffito, Limoges, graphite pencil techniques and more. Demonstrations and individualized attention will be given. Some previous kiln experience required. Important notes: This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class. You will be emailed Zoom meeting...
If I Ran The Circus Multi Media (Ages 6-12)
Join Miss Georgia on a playful and thoughtful multimedia journey into the world of dreams, wishes, gratitude and joy that focuses on your sense of self in the world we call home. What do you love about it? What would you change? Imagine! This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class. You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID, to join the class 1 day...
Stained Glass Intensive
Evanston Art Center @ 2603 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL
Create your own panel of stained glass in six hours! This fun and intensive stained glass workshop will focus on the copper foil method. Learn basic stained glass skills like cutting glass, foiling the pieces and soldering them to create simple beautiful designs. All tools and materials are included.
$140
Woodturn a Christmas Ornament
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Create your own hand-turned ornament as a holiday gift or for your own tree! Using various woodturning tools including lathes, you will learn how to safely turn your own ornament to take home at the end of the day! No experience necessary. All materials are included.
$120
Indigo and Arashi Shibori Ages 16+
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Create patterns on fabric with various shades of indigo blues using the Arashi Shibori technique. Arashi Shibori is a resist dye technique that yields diagonal patterns. We'll begin with basic Arashi wrapping on small PVC poles, then creating more complex variations of pattern including zig-zag and bo-maki shibori. Review the supply list online.
$130
Laser Cutting for Woodworking
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore basic techniques in Adobe Illustrator to create templates and jigs and it’s benefits for woodworking and furniture making. Learning how to engrave patterns, logos, or names directly onto the material will also be discussed. A terrific addition for any woodworking student! Required Material: Bring along an external hard driver or zip disk.
$125
Laser Cut Coasters
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn how to make a set of coasters with our Boss Laser Cutting & Engraving machine. Engrave your custom design or pattern, a photo from your phone, or text into wood to create unique functional piece of art you can use daily or gift to a friend or loved one. Each student will leave with a set of four custom coasters.
$115
Creative Rope Bowl Workshop (Ages 16+)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity and learn the techniques to sew personalized rope bowls and baskets. Add your creative touches with fabric, yarn, and embroidery floss. Join us for a day of crafting and make a unique piece to take home!
$130
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