Under the guidance of sculptural ceramicist John Reinking, artists will work with refined hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques to deepen their studio practice and expand their creative range. Participants will explore the possibilities of the medium, clarify their artistic direction, and build a cohesive body of work. A rigorous and supportive critique forum encourages meaningful dialogue and fresh perspectives. Weekly readings enrich discussion and inspire thoughtful inquiry, creating a space for sustained growth and creative exploration.

Tuition includes the cost of class instruction, use of all studio equipment, glazes, and the firing of your in-class creations.

Clay purchases and tools are not included.

No class on Monday May 25, 2026.

Non Member Price - $575 

Member Price - $550

Led by ceramics instructor Lori Pearson, students will focus solely on handbuilding techniques. Ideal for beginners and those wanting to improve their skills, the class explores three-dimensional forms, firing, glazing, and surface design with slips, stamps, and carving. For experienced artists, more advanced methods are also introduced.

Tuition includes the cost of class instruction, use of all studio equipment, glazes, and the firing of your in-class creations.

Clay purchases and tools are not included.

No class on Monday May 25, 2026.

Non Member Price - $550

Member Price - $525

Guided by ceramics instructor Lori Pearson, students will work on developing their wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques. Ideal for beginners and those wanting to sharpen their skills, the class covers creating three-dimensional forms, firing, glazing, and surface decoration with slips, stamps, and carving. For experienced artists, more advanced techniques are also introduced.

Tuition includes the cost of class instruction, use of all studio equipment, glazes, and the firing of your in-class creations.

Clay purchases and tools are not included.

No class on Monday May 25, 2026.

Non Member Price - $550

Member Price - $525

Join artist Timothy Jahn for a 10-week journey into realistic portraiture. Perfect for adults eager to deepen their artistic skills, this class offers hands-on experience in drawing and in painting with oils or charcoal. Students will complete two portrait pieces from life and receive personalized, constructive feedback throughout the process. You will develop core skills such as likeness, color mixing, value, and edge control, building a strong foundation that will support all your future art projects.

Realistic Drawing and Painting Supply List

Non-Member Price: $415

Member Price: $390

Tuition includes the cost of class instruction, use of all studio equipment, and paint. 

Discover the deep satisfaction that comes from painting with purpose, precision, and growing confidence. This course is designed to support you wherever you are in your journey as an oil painter. Whether you have been painting for years or are returning to the easel after some time away, this class offers a clear and thoughtful path toward true mastery. This is not about chasing trends or looking for shortcuts. It is about building the strong foundational skills every great painter relies on. The kind of technical control that allows you to let go, trust yourself, and focus on what really matters: your artistic vision.

The first five weeks focus on the fundamental elements of painting. Through carefully designed exercises, you will train your hand and eye to work together with intention and control. You will develop a stronger command of line, value, edges, and color. These are not abstract ideas. They are practical skills that will strengthen every painting you create moving forward.

In the second half of the course, you will bring everything together as you create a complete academic style painting from start to finish. You will move through the same time honored stages painters have relied on for centuries, beginning with the drawing transfer, continuing into the classical ébauche underpainting, and gradually building toward refined focal points and those deeply satisfying final touches. Along the way, you will receive personalized guidance at every step so you understand not just what to do, but why you are doing it.

This course welcomes adult students at all levels. Whether you're seeking to break through a plateau, correct persistent issues in your work, or simply paint with more intention and less guesswork, you'll find a supportive environment where growth happens through understanding, practice, and individualized feedback.

By the end of ten weeks, you won't just have a finished painting—you'll have a new relationship with your materials, a deeper understanding of the painting process, and the skills to continue growing as an artist for years to come.

The transformation begins with a single intentional brushstroke. Are you ready?

The Intentional Painter Supply List

Non-Member Price: $360

Member Price: $335

Tuition includes the cost of class instruction, use of all studio equipment, and paint.

Sketchbooks are an important artist's tool and wonderful place to express yourself visually. In this class we will combine foundational skills like life-drawing with expressive experiments like collage and paint. Whether you are a sculptor, a painter, or a nature journalist, a sketchbook is a great space to keep ideas and try something new!

Non-Member Price: $85

Member Price: $60

All materials provided by The Center.

This course instructs the student in the theory and practice of glaze chemistry and glaze formulation. This curriculum starts at the beginning and goes through the materials, heat, cones, temperature, chemistry, colorants, glaze flaws, and more! Students will learn how to formulate original glazes from glaze materials. Instruction will cover stoneware and porcelain glazes. Special glaze effects such as lusters, ceramic decals, underglazes and overglazes will also be discussed.

Tuition includes the cost of class instruction, use of all studio equipment, glazes, and the firing of your in-class creations.

Clay purchases and tools are not included.

Non Member Price - $488 

Member Price - $463

Explore your own landscape visions in oil under the guidance of acclaimed artist Gary Godbee. Using your own photos as inspiration, each student receives personalized support on technique, composition, and problem-solving. Gary shares relevant artist examples, demonstrates practical solutions, and provides hands-on feedback in a supportive environment where your creativity can flourish.

Morning & Afternoon Oil Landscapes Supply List

Non-Member Price: $325

Member Price: $300