Winter Semester is January 11 - March 27
Join Artspan for classes at the Munroe Center for the Arts building!
Registration is Open!
Friday Clay
Grades 3-6
Fridays 2:00 - 3:00pm
Jan 15 - March 26
$242
Instructor - Ellie House
This small in person class gives hands a chance to squish, roll and pound clay into fun and functional ceramics. Children will learn the value of creativity and art making while developing fine motor skills. An apron/smock is not required but makes cleanup easier.
Grades 3-6
Fridays 2:00 - 3:00pm
Jan 15 - March 26
$242
Instructor - Ellie House
This small in person class gives hands a chance to squish, roll and pound clay into fun and functional ceramics. Children will learn the value of creativity and art making while developing fine motor skills. An apron/smock is not required but makes cleanup easier.
Weaving
Grades 3 -6
Thursdays 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Jan 21 - Feb 11
Instructor - Carla Valentine
$70
"Over, under, over, under, over, under. In this class children will learn the fundamentals of weaving and explore the multitude of possibilities the weaving medium has to offer. From using a cardboard loom to create a small rug or tapestry to weaving a small basket with a paper cup, weaving offers the opportunity for children to use a different part of their creative brain to construct and build artwork. This class will also explore the various materials one can weave with : yarn, ribbon, raffia, pipe cleaner and so much more!"
Grades 3 -6
Thursdays 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Jan 21 - Feb 11
Instructor - Carla Valentine
$70
"Over, under, over, under, over, under. In this class children will learn the fundamentals of weaving and explore the multitude of possibilities the weaving medium has to offer. From using a cardboard loom to create a small rug or tapestry to weaving a small basket with a paper cup, weaving offers the opportunity for children to use a different part of their creative brain to construct and build artwork. This class will also explore the various materials one can weave with : yarn, ribbon, raffia, pipe cleaner and so much more!"
CLOSED
Youth Ceramics
Grades 4-8
Mondays 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Jan 11 - March 22 (no class 1/18)
Instructor - Ellie House
$330
In this class, students use the potter’s wheel and hand-building techniques to create from their imagination while learning form, texture, pattern and glazing. This class also practices cooperation and studio responsibilities in a relaxing, fun environment.
Grades 4-8
Mondays 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Jan 11 - March 22 (no class 1/18)
Instructor - Ellie House
$330
In this class, students use the potter’s wheel and hand-building techniques to create from their imagination while learning form, texture, pattern and glazing. This class also practices cooperation and studio responsibilities in a relaxing, fun environment.
Teen Handbuilding
Grades 6-10
Mondays 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Jan 11 - March 22 (no class 1/18)
Instructor - Ellie House
$330
This class will focus on hand forming methods to create a foundation for sculpture.
Students will practice technique and improve the quality of their art in a welcoming environment.
Grades 6-10
Mondays 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Jan 11 - March 22 (no class 1/18)
Instructor - Ellie House
$330
This class will focus on hand forming methods to create a foundation for sculpture.
Students will practice technique and improve the quality of their art in a welcoming environment.
Teen Painting
Grades 6+
Fridays 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Jan 15 - March 26
Instructor - Laurel Smith
$420
Do you love paint? Would you like to try painting? This class welcomes new and returning students to explore composition and color using acrylic paint. This freeform class balances technical instruction with independent pursuit of artistic goals. We will enthusiastically explore drawing and painting techniques. Students are welcome and encouraged to use the medium of their preference if not acrylic. Acrylic paints and material will be provided on site. Students who prefer another medium will receive suggestions from their instructor about which materials to have for class.
Each participant has their own sanitized table and is seated at least 6' away from others.
Grades 6+
Fridays 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Jan 15 - March 26
Instructor - Laurel Smith
$420
Do you love paint? Would you like to try painting? This class welcomes new and returning students to explore composition and color using acrylic paint. This freeform class balances technical instruction with independent pursuit of artistic goals. We will enthusiastically explore drawing and painting techniques. Students are welcome and encouraged to use the medium of their preference if not acrylic. Acrylic paints and material will be provided on site. Students who prefer another medium will receive suggestions from their instructor about which materials to have for class.
Each participant has their own sanitized table and is seated at least 6' away from others.
CLOSED
Teen Ceramics
Grades 6-12
Fridays 4:00- 6:00pm
Jan 15 - March 26
Instructor - Ellie House
$484
This class is geared for high school students who want to continue to learn about and practice clay handbuiding techniques with some wheel work. We will focus on style, content and point of view as well as develop good craftsmanship.
Grades 6-12
Fridays 4:00- 6:00pm
Jan 15 - March 26
Instructor - Ellie House
$484
This class is geared for high school students who want to continue to learn about and practice clay handbuiding techniques with some wheel work. We will focus on style, content and point of view as well as develop good craftsmanship.
Saturday Youth Ceramics
Grades 5-10
Saturdays 10:00am - 12:00pm
Jan 16 - March 20
Instructor - Ellie House
$440
This class will focus on hand forming methods to create a foundation for sculpture. Students will learn hand building techniques and improve the quality of their art in a welcoming environment. Students will also have an introduction to the potters wheel.
Grades 5-10
Saturdays 10:00am - 12:00pm
Jan 16 - March 20
Instructor - Ellie House
$440
This class will focus on hand forming methods to create a foundation for sculpture. Students will learn hand building techniques and improve the quality of their art in a welcoming environment. Students will also have an introduction to the potters wheel.
* For the Winter 2021 session, the class format will be determined by town and state Covid-19 restrictions. It is our hope that by limiting class size and using masks, gloves and sanitizers as needed, we will provide the personal distancing and safety required for a studio experience.