Avon
Connecticut
Registration For Holiday Classes Opens This Sunday
Arts and Entertainment
October 20, 2023
From: Farmington Valley Arts CenterLet's make art together this Holiday season! Registration for the November/December workshops opens this Sunday, October 22, at noon.
Adult Ceramic Workshops
Wheel Throwing Technique
4 Mondays, Nov 27 - Dec 18
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
with Drew Darley
This class will focus on enhancing our wheel-throwing technique, centering, pulling, and shaping the clay more efficiently and effectively. The goal is to learn and improve. That means we will not be keeping many of the pieces we throw in class; rather, we will cut them in half to check wall thickness and recycle the clay.
Wheel Throwing Large Forms
4 Mondays, Nov 27 - Dec 18
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
with Drew Darley
This class is for students interested in throwing larger pieces on the wheel. We'll review various techniques using larger clay quantities and focus on refining our forms. Don't be intimidated; 'large forms' refers to larger than what you currently throw!
Handbuilding Ceramic Wall Pieces
4 Tuesdays, Nov 28 - Dec 19
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
with Monica Hewryk
In this class, we will use soft and leather-hard slabs, coils, molds, and other hand-building techniques to create unique wall-mounted pieces. You'll learn different ways to create a secure hanging mechanism. Our project examples include clocks, mirrors, pocket vases, and hanging sculptures.
Underglaze Illustration
4 Tuesdays, Nov 28 - Dec 19
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
with Erika Novak
In this class, we will use underglaze to paint illustrative imagery on our pottery. Drawing inspiration from our favorite artists and nature, we'll experiment with painting on leather-hard clay and bisque ware and compare the results. You'll also be able to try various techniques, including watercolor-style effects, underglaze paper transfers, and working with saturated colors.
Ceramic Lamps
4 Tuesdays, Nov 28 - Dec 19
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
with Erika Novak
Get ready to illuminate your creativity in this exciting ceramic class, where we will try out all things lamps and lights. We'll experiment with table lamps and hanging lamps. Our focus will be on form and design. We will cover lamp hardware, wiring, and assemblage and look at different lamp shades and shapes.
Adult Holiday Workshops
Evergreen Elegance: Holiday Arrangement
Satruday, December 9 or 16
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
with Melissa Meredith
Impress your guests with a unique and beautiful centerpiece that captures the spirit of the holidays. In this hands-on workshop, you will be equipped with the skills to create your very own masterpiece using an assortment of fresh greens, including holly, boxwood, and a variety of evergreens. Our experienced instructor will offer guidance, share tips, and help you bring your vision to life.
Festive Flair: Macramé Coasters
Friday, December 1
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
with Linda Dick
Discover the ancient art of knot tying to craft unique coasters perfect for mugs, jugs, vases, or any other use. In this interactive workshop, you’ll master the creation of macrame coasters using a simple macrame knot.
Holiday Greeting Cards| Linocut Carving & Printmaking
Friday, December 8
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
with Sarah May
Join our consigning artist and educator Sarah May and learn how to carve your own “stamp” and use it to create greeting cards. Sarah will take you through the stages of designing, carving, and printing a linocut design. You will work with traditional linoleum and professional tools.
Radiant Reflections | Introduction to Fused Glass
Friday, December 15
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
with Phoebe Katzin
Nourish your creative holiday spirit and join our consigning artist, Phoebe Katzin for this fused glass ornament workshop. Layers of vibrant, luminous glass create sparkling holiday ornaments that will dazzle your home, windows, or tree with art pieces that will last a lifetime.
Youth Holiday Workshops
Winter Animals in Clay
Age 6-12
Saturday, December 9
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
with Stefanie Baechler
Owls, Penguins, Polar Bears and more! Let your imagination run wild and sculpt your favorite winter animal friend in clay.
Make A Mug!
Age 8-13
Saturday, December 9
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
with Stefanie Baechler
Learn various hand-building techniques to design, hand-build, and underglaze your very own ceramic mug, perfect for your hot beverage!
Ceramic Gingerbread House Luminary
Age 9-13
Saturday, December 9
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
with Stefanie Baechler
Join us for an enchanting workshop where you'll craft a ceramic luminary inspired by the whimsical charm of gingerbread houses.
Santa's 3D Wood Workshop
Age 6-12
Saturday, December 16
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
with Stefanie Baechler
Join the elves in the wood workshop and craft new companions for Santa's beloved reindeer. Piece together wooden shapes to create your very own reindeer. Paint and decorate it to give it a special look.
Winter Wonderland Painting and Collage
Age 6-12
Saturday, December 16
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
with Stefanie Baechler
Uncover the secret to creating a seriously cool winter wonderland by mixing up all sorts of painting tricks and adding awesome collage elements to your canvas.
Suminagashi: Japanese Paper Marbling
Age 9-13
Saturday, December 16
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
with Stefanie Baechler
Dive into the world of Suminagashi paper art! Create your own colorful and swirly designs on paper, perfect for crafting beautiful cards. With a little bit of magic and some special ink, you'll create beautiful patterns that look like they're floating on water.