Arts & Crafts

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All About Surface (All Skill Levels) – Session III

with Piper Smith

$129 More Info

This class will focus on all different kinds of techniques for surfacing clay. These will include sgraffito, Mishima, transfers, and water etching! Whether you are new to clay or a potter looking to expand their skill set, you are sure to enjoy this class and learn a lot from our experienced instructor. Location: Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook, 10 Wentworth Dr, Gorham. Materials Included. Cost:$129

Session III: Thursdays, 12/7-1/11 (no class on 1/4), 11:00am-1:00pm

Burlap Ribbon Wreath

with Gabrielle Lovi

Dec

6

December 6th, 2023

$50 More Info

Learn how to create a beautiful burlap ribbon wreath. In this class you will make a burlap wreath, in natural burlap ribbon color and the red buffalo checkered ribbon accent and bow. (Check out the picture on our website at www.gorham.maineadulted.org.)This wreath is perfect to display all year long. At the end of the evening, you will take home a beautiful project. Once you are home, you can add your own embellishments, such as dried flowers or berries. Gabrielle Lovi has been an artisan for over 2) 0 years and is a board member of the United Maine Craftsmen.

Wednesday,12/6, 6:00pm-8:00pm, GMS, $50

Handbuilding (Beginner/Intermediate) – Session III

with Daisy Hutt

$129 More Info

This class will be an introduction to hand building with clay! We will make both functional and sculptural pieces, ranging from cups, platters, and vessels to more decorative work like wall pockets, garden gnomes, and funky planters…the possibilities are endless! We will explore, coiling, slab building, drape molds, and more. We will also focus time on learning different surfacing and glazing techniques to create unique textures and designs. The small class size allows for a fun, relaxed, and collaborative learning environment. Location: Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook, 10 Wentworth Dr, Gorham. Materials Included. Cost:$129

Session III, Thursdays, 12/7-1/11 (no class on 1/4), 6:00pm-8:00pm

Intro to Stained Glass – Session II

with Christina Thibault

Dec

9

December 9th, 2023

$60 More Info

Students will learn about the tools and techniques needed to create a simple ornament. This class is intended for participants who are interested in learning the process. You will be designing, cutting and grinding your own glass, cleaning and preparing it for soldering, and finally using a soldering iron to complete your piece. Pieces are typically made from 3-5 pieces of glass so please keep this in mind as you think of ideas for your project. This class is also quite labor intensive and you will likely be working the full 4 hours to complete your piece. All materials provided. Location: Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook, 10 Wentworth Dr, Gorham. Cost: $60

Session II, Saturday, 12/9, 9am-1pm

Waiting list available

One Day Clay – Session II

with Instructor TBA

Dec

9

December 9th, 2023

$55 More Info

This teaser class will help you get a feel for the pottery wheel. Learn how to make a small cup or bowl, trim & glaze in one day. Materials Included. Location: Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook, 10 Wentworth Dr., Gorham. Cost: $60

Session II, Saturday, 12/9, 9:00am-12:00pm

Waiting list available

Open Studio: Ceramics Handbuilding and Throwing – AM Session IV

with Daisy Hutt

Dec

7

December 7th to 28th, 2023

$99 More Info

Open studio is offered for those who are interested in using our space and materials to make clay work independently from a class. Our open studio is available for use only by those who have taken at least one ceramics class at our studio or for those with prior experience that has been approved by the studio manager. Open studio members can choose to handbuild, throw on the wheel, or both! Memberships will be renewed monthly and will include 25 pounds of clay, use of wheels and tools, a storage shelf, and the glazing and firing of work made in that month. All clay must be purchased through Gorham Arts Alliance and all firings will be done by the studio manager. Members are welcome to purchase their own 05 glazes to use in firings. All sessions are on Thursdays and cost $99. Materials Included Location: Art and Nature Center at Tannery Brook 10 Wentworth Dr, Gorham

Session IV, 12/7-12/2,10:00am-1:00pm