Clay & Wine (must be 21+)
Class max 7 students
Cost $50, members receive a discount
Registration will open in Spring of 2024, Stay Tuned
Bring your own drinks, snacks. Cups are provided.

This is a basic intro into handbuilding workshop. We will handcraft from stoneware adding a unique design. There will be a 1:1 glaze consultation at the end of the workshop. After work dries to a leather hard stage, it is fired twice in our on-site kiln, and will be ready for pick up in approximately 2 weeks from your class date. There is nothing like pottery to teach you patience! Hot Tips: Dress for a mess! Just old clothes and no jewelry that gets in the way. Supplies: All supplies included. Bring your own favorite flowers or lace to create texture.

Instructors
Art Center Policies
Location: 1 Park Street, Elkins, WV. Tan/Cream house. Red Sign says One Park Studios. Parking is free in front of Elkins city park. Please do not park in Broughton Sports parking lot.

Pressed Flower Mugs
Class max 7 students
Cost $50 members discount available
Registration will open in Spring of 2024, Stay Tuned

Give your morning ritual a woodland feel. Nature elements make beautiful artwork. Collect your favorite wildflower or blades of grass and bring them with you. Handcrafted from stoneware, the unique design starts as a flat piece of clay, pressed flowers and texture are added, and then folded to create an organic mug. This workshop is approximately 2 hours, depending on your design, and speed of work. At the end of class, you'll have a one-on-one glaze consultation with your instructor. After work dries to a leather hard stage, it is fired twice in our on-site kiln, and will be ready for pick up in approximately 2 weeks from your class date. There is nothing like pottery to teach you patience! Hot Tips: Dress for a mess! Just old clothes and no jewelry that gets in the way. Supplies: All supplies included. Bring your own favorite flowers or lace to create texture.

Instructors
Art Center Policies
Location: 1 Park Street, Elkins, WV. Tan/Cream house. Red Sign says One Park Studios. Parking is free in front of Elkins city park. Please do not park in Broughton Sports parking lot.

Tuesdays & Thursdays with the following schedule: March 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, and April 2
Adults, Mature teens welcome, Limit 6 students, Registration will close March 11
Cost $130, 15% off for Members

Jump into this Wheel class and spin away your winter blues! This beginner class will walk the student the basics of throwing on the wheel, handle making, and glazing. Learn this old age art form, and walk away with functional pieces such as mugs, cups, and bowls, Instructor will schedule a pickup day on the last day.
Hot Tips: You can get messy in the pottery studio-old clothes, no dangly jewelry, bring an apron if you want! Parking is free in front of Elkins City Park. Please do NOT park in Broughton Sports Parking Lot.

Instructors: Reid Saunders
Policies

Closed to Registration- Sorry!!
Wild and Unwieldy Basketry
Beginners Welcome! Adults, Mature teens welcome. 10 student limit.
Dates Available: Tuesday March 12 (last session)
Registration Deadline is one week preceding the class start date.
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Dates Available: Tuesdays, Jan 9, Feb. 6 and March 12
Registration Deadline is one week preceding the class start date.
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Cost: $50 for the first or a single session. $40 for any additional sessions.
Minimum of 4 students needed to run this workshop each time!
Supply Fee: $5 cash to the instructor each session
Location: 1 Park Street Studio upstairs

Basketry projects made with locally harvested plant material. Get your fingers and creative energy moving in this basic basketry course-- drop in for one or two sessions or come to all five to flesh out your new skill! Each month we will explore a different method, material or design! You will observe demos, short lectures, and detailed instruction to inspire and guide you, but there will also be space to go with your gut and follow your unique aesthetic impulses. Enjoy the cozy and nourishing atmosphere of learning and weaving in a circle with your fellow community members. And bring home a beautiful basket woven with your own two hands and your new (and ancient) skill.
Instructors: Nettle Blackthumb

Winter Mug Workshop
Saturday, February 17th from 1 to 3 pm
Adults, Mature teens welcome, Limit 7 students
Cost $50 flat fee, all supplies included

Beat the Winter Blues with a little creativity! Come learn how to hand build a mug and have a little fun. You'll be able to customize the size and shape of your mug as well as use a variety of tools to stamp and add texture to really make your mug unique to you. You'll get to pick a glaze color from a variety of studio glazes and your mug will be glazed and returned to you in a few weeks time (time depends on how fast things are drying).
Hot Tips: You can get messy in the pottery studio-old clothes, no dangly jewelry, bring an apron if you want! Parking is free in front of Elkins City Park. Please do NOT park in Broughton Sports Parking Lot.

Instructors: Macie Higgins
Policies

Wednesday nights in February from 6 to 8 pm, Adults, Mature teens welcome
Cost: $120 and members receive a 15% discount
Class requirements: This class requires a minimum of 4 students, no walk ins. All supplies included, but feel free to bring your own brushes if you prefer.
Registration will open on January 3, 2024.

Happy New Year Art enthusiast! February is one of my favorite winter months. Not only does it include two of my favorite holidays, Ground Hog Day and Valentines Day, it is also a great time to entertain a new hobby! Regardless of Punxsutawney Phil’s weather predictions I will be hosting a watercolor class for beginner and intermediate levels. Don’t be like Phil and hide in your den until warmer weather, but venture out If you have an interest in painting or just want to brush up on your existing skills. All materials and supplies for the course are included in cost. I will also provide each student with personalized attention and instruction to insure that you get the most of what the class has to offer. Wait no more! Hope to see you there!

Instructors Patrick O’Brien

Location: 2 Park Street, Elkins, WV. Parking is free in front of Elkins city park. Please do not park in Broughton Sports parking lot.

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5 spots available **

Wild and Unwieldy Basketry
Beginners Welcome! Adults, Mature teens welcome. 10 student limit.
Dates Available: Tuesdays, Feb. 6 and or March 12
Registration Deadline is one week preceding the class start date.
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Dates Available: Tuesdays, Jan 9, Feb. 6 and March 12
Registration Deadline is one week preceding the class start date.
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Cost: $50 for the first or a single session. $40 for any additional sessions.
Minimum of 4 students needed to run this workshop each time!
Supply Fee: $5 cash to the instructor each session
Location: 1 Park Street Studio upstairs

Basketry projects made with locally harvested plant material. Get your fingers and creative energy moving in this basic basketry course-- drop in for one or two sessions or come to all five to flesh out your new skill! Each month we will explore a different method, material or design! You will observe demos, short lectures, and detailed instruction to inspire and guide you, but there will also be space to go with your gut and follow your unique aesthetic impulses. Enjoy the cozy and nourishing atmosphere of learning and weaving in a circle with your fellow community members. And bring home a beautiful basket woven with your own two hands and your new (and ancient) skill.
Instructors: Nettle Blackthumb

Closed to registration

Wild and Unwieldy Basketry
Beginners Welcome! Adults, Mature teens welcome. 10 student limit.
Dates Available: Tuesdays, Jan 9, Feb. 6 and March 12
Registration Deadline is one week preceding the class start date.
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Cost: $50 for the first or a single session. $40 for any additional sessions.
Minimum of 4 students needed to run this workshop each time!
Supply Fee: $5 cash to the instructor each session.
Location: 1 Park Street Studio upstairs

Basketry projects made with locally harvested plant material. Get your fingers and creative energy moving in this basic basketry course-- drop in for one or two sessions or come to all five to flesh out your new skill! Each month we will explore a different method, material or design! You will observe demos, short lectures, and detailed instruction to inspire and guide you, but there will also be space to go with your gut and follow your unique aesthetic impulses. Enjoy the cozy and nourishing atmosphere of learning and weaving in a circle with your fellow community members. And bring home a beautiful basket woven with your own two hands and your new (and ancient) skill.
Instructors: Nettle Blackthumb

Ugly Christmas Sweater Glass Ornament Workshop
Adults
Cost: $70, with discount for members
Supply Fee: $5 bring cash to instructor. The Arts Center is supplying all the supplies, with the exception of a few beautiful glass treasures from the instructor.

Ugly sweater parties are beloved holiday traditions that are sure to bring cheer, laughter and lightheartedness. Learn how to make your own ugly sweater ornament in this workshop and start the holiday season on a fun and festive note. Unite your team together with the camaraderie and connection that comes with laughter and smiles while you showcase your creativity and sense of humor through design.
Instructors: Jennifer Boyle
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Holiday Watercolors with Patrick
Wednesdays, December 6, 13, 20 from 6 to 8 pm
Adults and mature teens welcome
$85
All supplies included and class minimum of 4 students, no walk ins, registration required

Patrick is in the studio for another Holiday Season to instruct watercolors! Its becoming a tradition. In these sessions there is focus on techniques, and color, while incorporating a holiday theme! All new holiday projects. Bring your friends, eggnog and cookies! No Hum-buggers allowed!
Instructors Patrick O’Brien

Location: 2 Park Street, Elkins, WV. Parking is free in front of Elkins city park. Please do not park in Broughton Sports parking lot.

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Wild and Unwieldy Basketry
Beginners Welcome! Adults, Mature teens welcome. 10 student limit.
Dates Available: Tuesdays, Nov. 14, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb. 6 and March 12
Registration Deadline is one week preceding the class start date.
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Cost: $50 for single session. Discount if registering for all sessions: $40 each. Must register and pay for each session. Minimum of 4 students needed to run this workshop each time!
Supply Fee: $5 cash to the instructor each session
Location: 1 Park Street Studio upstairs

Basketry projects made with locally harvested plant material. Get your fingers and creative energy moving in this basic basketry course-- drop in for one or two sessions or come to all five to flesh out your new skill! Each month we will explore a different method, material or design! You will observe demos, short lectures, and detailed instruction to inspire and guide you, but there will also be space to go with your gut and follow your unique aesthetic impulses. Enjoy the cozy and nourishing atmosphere of learning and weaving in a circle with your fellow community members. And bring home a beautiful basket woven with your own two hands and your new (and ancient) skill.
Instructors: Nettle Blackthumb

Wild and Unwieldy Basketry
Beginners Welcome! Adults, Mature teens welcome. 10 student limit.
Dates Available: Tuesdays, Nov. 14, Dec. 5, Jan 9, Feb. 6 and March 12
Registration Deadline is one week preceding the class start date.
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Cost: $50 for single session. Discount if registering for all sessions: $40 each. Must register and pay for each session. Minimum of 4 students needed to run this workshop each time!
Supply Fee: $5 cash to the instructor each session
Location: 1 Park Street Studio upstairs

Basketry projects made with locally harvested plant material. Get your fingers and creative energy moving in this basic basketry course-- drop in for one or two sessions or come to all five to flesh out your new skill! Each month we will explore a different method, material or design! You will observe demos, short lectures, and detailed instruction to inspire and guide you, but there will also be space to go with your gut and follow your unique aesthetic impulses. Enjoy the cozy and nourishing atmosphere of learning and weaving in a circle with your fellow community members. And bring home a beautiful basket woven with your own two hands and your new (and ancient) skill.
Instructors: Nettle Blackthumb

Closed to Registration

Printmaking
Mondays November 6, 13, 27, and Dec. 4
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Cost $120 with a 15% discount for all members
Adults, and mature teens welcome. Targeted at beginners, but all levels welcome
Explore the wonderful world of printmaking in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop! Printmaking is an artistic process based on the principle of transferring images from a matrix onto another surface, most often paper or fabric. Join us as we learn the basics of various methods including relief printing, engraving, and screenprinting. We will discuss composition and design elements and the magic of printing multiples throughout the workshop.

Hot Tips: Bring an old towel to class each week. Feel free to bring any sketches or image ideas with you. We have aprons available, but they are smaller. Feel free to bring your own apron.
Instructor Emilee Goodman
Art Center Policies Please familiarize yourself with our policies.

Closed to Registration.

Creating a Clay Santa
Wednesdays, November 1, 8, 15, and 29 (No class the week of Thanksgiving) from 11:00-1:00
Cost: $135, discount for members
Supply Fee: $15
Deadline to Register: October 23. We must have a minimum of 5 students to run this class.
Class requirements: This class requires a minimum of 5 students.

Supplies: All supplies are included in the cost of this class.

Create your own tabletop size Santa in this fun and festive class! Students will learn step by step how to build their Santa - beginning to end. Students will learn creating armatures out of wire and foil; sculpting the hands and face out of clay; hand painting the eyes; and creating a no-sew / limited sew outfit, and how to use Sculpey oven bake clay. Students will finish the workshop with a priceless gift or heirloom to treasure for many years to come. All levels are welcome.
This class is located in the Maxwell Gallery.

Instructor Sarah Ferguson
Art Center Policies

The Colors of Fall, Watercolor Class, Meets Wednesdays in October, Adults, Mature Teens Welcome. This is a 3 day class that starts after Forest Fest. Oct. 10, 17, 24 from 6 to 8 pm
Cost: $80
Registration open, no walk ins, must have a minimum of 4 students for this class. All supplies are included, but feel free to bring your own.

Jump into the colors of fall with this watercolor class! Explore and advance your artistic journey of personal expression! Each week features a different autumn lesson with an emphasis on a watercolor technique, color use, composition, or other approaches to watercolor based on an overall theme related to watercolor use.
Instructors Patrick O’Brien

Art Center Policies

The Group of Seven: A Watercolor Course
Adults and mature teens welcome
Mondays, October 9, 16, 23, 30 (No class the week of The Mountain State Forest Festival)
From 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Cost: $140, discount for members
Class requirements: This class requires a minimum of 5 students.
Registration is required, no walk ins!

In this workshop we will be studying the art of the Canadian painting group that was referred to as the “Group of Seven”. We will look at examples of their work, and will create our own works in watercolor, based on their styles and concepts, as well as their deep love and understanding of Canada’s rich landscape and heritage.
Located in our Maxwell Gallery. Free parking along Elkins City Park.
Instructor Sarah Ferguson
Art Center Policies

Stop in to the Gallery and get your fingerprint art portrait made.
Cost: Minimum donation of $1
Location in the Great Hall Gallery
All ages welcome! No limits!

Artist Emily Adams will take a person's fingerprint, then draw a simple stylized portrait of them over it in black ink!

Instructor: Emily Adams. Check out her bio and work! She is an excellent portrait artist.

Adults, 6 week class starting August 22, 29, Sept 5, 12, 19, 26, and a 30 min pick up day.
Cost: $170, members receive a discount. All supplies included.

Come spin your way through the remainder of the summer on the potter's wheel. Class is for Adults with a beginner to intermediate level of experience. You'll have 4 weeks of learning how to use the potter's wheel to make your own creation followed by one week of hand building, and then Glazing on the final full class day. All pots will be fired and ready for pick up the following week, we'll meet for about 30 minutes to see everyone's pots and then pack them up for the trip to their new home.

Instructors Macie Higgins

Registration Please click the button and fill out the form. The Arts Center will call you to complete registration!

Location: 1 Park Street, Elkins, WV. Tan/Cream house. Red sign says One Park Studios. Parking is free in front of Elkins city park. Please do NOT park in Broughton Sports parking lot.

Hot Tips: Wear old clothes, and bring a towel. It helps to have trimmed nails, and no jewelry in the way. Familiarize yourself with our Policies

Stop in the Pottery Studio on Saturday, July 29, 2023. Check out what the artists are creating with clay! Wheel demos live!

Bowl Fest coincides with the Open House at the Pottery Studio. Bowl Fest is our annual fundraiser: While you are enjoying the awesome festivities and buying lots of art during Augusta in the Park, stop by The Arts Center for noodles and pick a pottery bowl to take home. Stop over to the Pottery House to view live demos of artists on the wheel in the studios and the Great Hall Gallery is open to check out the last day of the WVU Exhibition “Outside the Mine.”.

$25 per person minimum donation. As a small non profit we do not carry large bills for change.

BowlFest creates and strengthens our community, supports our local artists, supports art students, and celebrates delicious food and beautiful pottery. Our goal is to spread arts awareness, and we hope you enjoy your day with us! The Arts Center hosts numerous art classes yearly, supporting almost 300 art students and their art instructors! This fundraiser takes place under tents in the back of The Arts Center. (outside only) All bowls were created by artists that use our studio, students, and art instructors. Donations help to support arts programming and educational opportunities in our pottery and glass studios. Thank you for celebrating another year with us!

Wednesday, July 17, 2023, One Day Workshop
Adults, Mature Students Welcome
Cost: $50, discount for members
Class requirements: This class requires a minimum of 4 students.
Supply list/fees: Bring your own blending stumps (tortillions), sketchbook Canson 11x14 mixed media

Description: Unleash your inner pencil master and have fun learning the different techniques that accompany the different pencil and shading types. After unlocking the levels, there will be an interactive still-life drawing project to show your newfound skills and be able to bring home to your family or furry friends!

Instructor: Emily Adams

Location: 2 Park Street, Elkins, WV. Parking is free in front of Elkins city park. Please do not park in Broughton Sports parking lot.

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Friday, July 14, 2023, in the Pottery Studio, 5 to 7 pm
This is Free, no tuition! Walk ins welcome, or register to let us know you are attending! Bring your friends

Free Glazing Experience! Instructors on site to guide and educate! No experience needed, and no prerequisite. Stop in and get creative, unwind with art, and bring a friend! All pottery will be donated to the Bowl Fest fundraiser which takes place on Saturday, July 29, 2023, during Augusta in the Park!

Instructors: Dani Cade and Macie Higgins

Wed, July 12, from 1 to 4:30 pm
Cost $35 members, $45 non members
Material fee: $10 cash to the instructor

Discover drum leaf binding, a favorite of printmakers and artists alike. The pages open flat, with no sewing giving it open spreads, perfect for displaying single-sided artwork. Adult class, mature teens welcome.

Instructors: Linda Rollins

Thursdays: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 and Aug 3rd
(30 min Pick up the following week, time TBA)
Time: 6:00-8:00
Cost: $170, members receive a discount, all supplies included in the cost
Registration is required, no walk ins
Class Description: Come beat the summer heat by giving your hands a dip in some cool clay water. We'll be making 5 different hand-built projects including but not limited to: Mugs, Yard Art, & a choose your own project day. On the final in class day (Aug 3rd) we'll be glazing all of our unique creations and then as a class we'll set a date to meet the following week for about 30 minutes to pick up the finished pieces! Hand-building is just any technique for making pottery that doesn't use the wheel, if you've struggled with the potter's wheel in the past come give hand-building a try, it's a little more user friendly.

Instructor: Macie Higgins

June 20, and June 23 from 5 to 7 PM, in the Pottery Studio
This is Free, no tuition! Walk ins welcome, or register to let us know you are attending! Bring your friends

Have you always wanted to try your hand at the pottery wheel? Stop in and throw a bowl on the wheel. Instructors on site to help you create on the wheel or hand-building from a slab! Takes approximately 2 weeks to dry before firing in kiln. Join us after the work has been fired for a free glazing experience! Get creative, unwind with art, and bring a friend! All pottery will be donated to the Bowl Fest fundraiser which takes place on Saturday, July 29, 2023, during Augusta in the Park!

Instructors: Dani Cade and Macie Higgins
We are super excited people are interested in our Free Wheel Throw Nites and Glaze Nite. A couple things to keep in mind:

1. All items created will be donated to our Bowl Fest Fundraiser. If any item is created. The wheel can be challenging!
2. The studio will be busy with people stopping in and and checking this out! People may be waiting turns to give the wheel a spin!
3. You should check out our free glaze nite also! Glazing is fun!
4. Kids are welcome to try a pinch pot on the other side of the room, and should be able to follow instructions from an instructor. This is not a typical Art Center class and the wheel is challenging, and may not be appropriate for smaller children.

June 20 and 23 from 5 to 7 PM, in the Pottery Studio
This is Free, no tuition! Walk ins welcome, or register to let us know you are attending! Bring your friends

Have you always wanted to try your hand at the pottery wheel? Stop in and throw a bowl on the wheel. Instructors on site to help you create on the wheel or hand-building from a slab! Takes approximately 2 weeks to dry before firing in kiln. Join us after the work has been fired for a free glazing experience! Get creative, unwind with art, and bring a friend! All pottery will be donated to the Bowl Fest fundraiser which takes place on Saturday, July 29, 2023, during Augusta in the Park!

We are super excited people are interested in our Free Wheel Throw Nites and Glaze Nite. A couple things to keep in mind:

1. All items created will be donated to our Bowl Fest Fundraiser. If any item is created. The wheel can be challenging!
2. The studio will be busy with people stopping in and and checking this out! People may be waiting turns to give the wheel a spin!
3. You should check out our free glaze nite also! Glazing is fun!
4. Kids are welcome to try a pinch pot on the other side of the room, and should be able to follow instructions from an instructor. This is not a typical Art Center class and the wheel is challenging, and may not be appropriate for smaller children.

Instructors: Dani Cade and Macie Higgins

Full, Class is closed to registration

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 from 10-noon
Cost: $135, discount for members
Class requirements: This class requires a minimum of 5 students.
Registration closed
Supply list/fees: Bring a fine tip sharpie marker. Other supplies included, but feel free to bring your own brushes if you prefer
May showers bring watercolor flowers! In this workshop, students will work on creating watercolor paintings of flowers.  We will be working from life, painting flowers that are in season.  We will also work from photographs, as well as making some creative artworks inspired by flowers.  Artists of any level are welcome!

Instructors Sarah Ferguson

Location: 2 Park Street, Elkins, WV. Parking is free in front of Elkins city park. Please do not park in Broughton Sports parking lot. Class will be held in the Maxwell Gallery.

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