1-Day Workshop

Name: From Snapshot to Painting: Seeing Beyond the Photograph
Start: 2026-07-08T11:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-07-08T15:00:00-06:00

July 2026

From Snapshot to Painting: Seeing Beyond the Photograph

In this immersive two-day workshop, artist-in-residence Siana Smith invites students to slow down and transform a personal photograph into a finished painting. Through this process, painting becomes more than image reproduction—it becomes an act of sustained looking, interpretation, and transformation.

08 Jul

ALL LEVELS

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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August 2026

Intuitive Art for Adults

This class will strive to engage students with spontaneous, free-flowing creative expression without a rigid plan or preconceived outcome. It is a delightful pairing of meditation and art-making.

06 Aug

ALL LEVELS

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Family Sculpt-a-Mug Workshop

In this relaxed, hands-on 2-hour workshop, you’ll start with a handmade cup base provided by the instructor, then sculpt, carve, and alter it into your own one-of-a-kind mug. Finish your design with colorful underglazes and surface decoration techniques.

08 Aug

KIDS

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Ceramic Lusters Workshop

In this workshop, you’ll explore the luminous world of ceramic lusters and learn how to add metallic shine and iridescent effects to your fired work. We’ll cover application techniques, firing considerations, and ways to use lusters for subtle accents or bold, reflective surfaces.

12 Aug

ALL LEVELS

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Statement Rings: Carve & Cast

Create a bold, one-of-a-kind ring in this hands-on wax carving workshop. Students will design and carve their own sculptural ring using both hand tools and heated tools, exploring expressive forms and personal style.

22 Aug

ALL LEVELS

10:00 am - 1:30 pm

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Family Clay Date

Get creative together and make something meaningful side-by-side. Family Clay Dates is a fun, hands-on experience designed for kids and adults to share in the joy of working with clay.

22 Aug

KIDS

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

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Stained Glass Mirror Workshop

Create a stunning, functional work of art in this hands-on stained glass workshop. Students will learn how to score, cut, and break glass while designing and building their own stained glass-framed mirror.

29 Aug

ALL LEVELS

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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September 2026

RMNW Workshop: Atmospheric Landscapes in Watercolor – From Structure to Expression

Discover the beauty of painting landscapes that breathe with light, mood, and emotion. In this watercolor workshop, 2026 Rocky Mountain National Watermedia juror Keiko Tanabe guides artists on a journey from the foundation of structure to the expressive freedom of impression.

11 - 12 Sep

INTER / ADV

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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October 2026

Ceramic Layered Surfaces Workshop

Through guided demonstrations and hands-on experimentation, participants will work with monoprint transfer, water etching, slip trailing, as well as Mishima and sgraffito to develop depth, texture, and visual interest.

17 Oct

ALL LEVELS

1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

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Painting Sunsets in Soft Pastels

Sunsets have captured our imagination for centuries—and offer a perfect opportunity to explore light, color, and atmosphere. In this inspiring workshop, you’ll learn Kathy’s approachable and expressive techniques for working in soft pastel while creating your own vibrant sunset painting.

24 Oct

ALL LEVELS

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

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November 2026

Family Ceramic Ornament Making Workshop

Celebrate the season with a hands-on workshop focused on creating ceramic ornaments. You’ll explore simple forming methods, playful surface techniques, and decorative finishes to craft a collection of unique pieces perfect for gifting or displaying.

07 Nov

KIDS

1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

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Wheel Throwing Christmas Trees Workshop

Get festive at the wheel in this seasonal ceramics workshop focused on throwing your own ceramic Christmas trees. Designed for students with some prior wheel experience, this class will guide you through the techniques needed to create a hollow, tree-shaped form with character and charm.

14 Nov

ALL LEVELS

1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

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