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Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Create in silver, copper and brass! Learn Basic and intermediate level contemporary metalsmithing and design. Start with simple techniques, and learn through demonstrations to expand your skillsets in various stone setting techniques, soldering, shaping metal through forging, and adding color to metal with glass enamel. Creative linkage, etching and hollow form boxes will also so be explored.
Art Side Out Studio & MASK SHOP @ 5606 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Start with casting your own face for two mask making matrices, then learn sculpting and casting your own creations in paper mache'. Note: You should take beginner mask making before this class. Session price includes materials.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Elevate your jewelry craftsmanship with personalized guidance in this intermediate to advanced level course. Embark on a creative journey where you can pursue individual projects while refining your skills under expert mentorship. Perfect for those seeking to enhance their expertise and creativity in the art of jewelry making.
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Explore Art Private Group EventsWet Paint Chicago @ 1200 West 35th St, Chicago, IL
Come and make your Valentine's Day Picture Frames!! We provide everything!!! We have a few styles of picture frames. We provide paint, rhinestones, conversation hearts, and other Valentine's Day decorations!
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn the basics of silicone mold making, creating 1-part molds and 2-part molds from a variety of different silicones and rubbers. Cast plastic or wax into your mold, and manipulate it further through carving, heat, or paint, which can then be hand-painted. Mold making is a key technique for those interested in production. All molds created can be used multiple times.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Immerse yourself in glass and fire! Apply glass to metal and see it transform in a hot kiln. Learning the basics is easy - spend the class exploring a large and fascinating array of techniques to create your beautiful and durable pieces of jewelry or sculpture. In-person class (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines. Includes COVID-19 cleaning fee. Face coverings required throughout the...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Students will continue to develop their paper making skills and explore new types of fibers and colored pulp. It is preferred that you know how to set up and clean up your station.
Spring Bird @ 18N600 Westhill Rd, Dundee Township, IL
Make your own Nature Notebook and spend the day observing, collecting, and writing in it, while connecting with nature! Join us for a day in the Spring Bird’s woods learning to make your own pamphlet book, sun prints, and leaf rubbings and create a book for your writing, sketching, or creative project. Get inspired by being in the woods! You will learn: how to make your own pamphlet book how to make sun prints how to leaf rubbings ...
Do you want to do more with your serger, but don't know where to start/ In this class learn how to create a custom placemat using your serger! Don't have a serger and want to see what you can accomplish with one, then come and use of ours. You'll wonder why you ever kept it in the closet! Note: Expect a supplies to be purchased during session.
Create beautiful classic dinner napkins! Use print fabric with a coordinating trim, or tone-on-tone. Whatever your fabric choice you'll be the talk of the town at your dinner parties.Throw out those paper napkins and use your hand-made creations-in the kitchen, in the dining room, even camping or at a picnic! Note:The fabric and supplies purchased here.
Linda Z's Sewing Center @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Join us monthly for these fabulous lecture/demo presentations to learn the ins and outs of the Scan and Cut. You'll learn about the different kinds of materials & processes you can work with - vinyl, heat transferring, paper, fabric, glass etching, rhinestones, etc. More than just a cutting machine, it has a place in all your creative endeavors! Also, discover how to use Brother's ScanNCut Canvas to edit & transfer cut files. There's...
A continuation of exploring collage using mixed media materials, drawing techniques, photographs and more. Emphasis will be on creating one’s own personal imagery and refining techniques. Historical and contemporary artists will be introduced for inspiration and context. Current events, poems, and landscapes will be some themes to explore. Pre-requisite: Students must have completed Paper Remix I with same instructor before joining this...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
If you are looking to create something special, personal and outstanding; combining 3D printing and laser cutting is the perfect vehicle to create a custom piece of jewelry. We will experiment designing complicated yet delicate meshes, utilize acrylic or wood as materials and make some bold new statements you just can’t achieve with other methods. You can use it for rings, bracelets, pendants and earrings.
Do you have a wedding or party coming up or just a room in your home that needs some decor to spruce it up? Well then, this class is for you! In this class you will learn how to make your very own marquee sign using low cost materials. We will begin the class with a step-by-step guide on how to properly stencil, cut (using an X-acto knife), construct, and hang a finished product. All materials will be provided and students will be able to choose...
Once upon a time, in a land far, far away from "LOL" and "TTYL," friends communicated their sentiments of thanks, apology and good will through pen-dipped, handwritten correspondence. This class is the first step towards reviving the lost art of hand-written letters, and the most fun step, if you ask us. We want to show you how to make custom-made stationery. Join us in learning a variety of card making techniques for creating your own creative...
One Strange Bird @ 2124 W Division St, Chicago, IL
Learn the whimsical craft of making dreamcatchers! Learn how to weave the string design and then decorate your finished piece with ribbons, feathers, and beads. Perfect to decorate your home, or to give as gifts!
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Transform scraps of silver left over to jewelry sitting in your drawers into new and exciting jewelry designs. With one-on-one instructor time, you will learn how to repurpose your old and unused metal and jewelry into new metal and design elements for new jewelry fabrications. Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Make cabochons for jewelry using the fun and unpredictability of acrylic pours. Week one will be creating pours, and week two will be the completion of the cabochons. Skill Level: All Levels
This hands on, two-day workshop will focus on the fundamentals of stone setting. Bezel, tube, prong, reverse back setting and flush setting demonstrated. Gem identification and metal selection will be discussed as it relates to specific setting techniques. Faceted CZs & cabochon and non-precious metals will be provided as well as all necessary tools. Students are encouraged to bring problems encountered...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn metalsmithing starting with basic fabrication techniques in daily classes then take them to a new level while combining etching, creative linkage, roller printing, riveting, enameling and creating hollow forms! Explore various ways of stone setting with enamels, stones and found objects.
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