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Jyl Bonaguro See all classes by this school @ 4200 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL
Tap into your creativity and master the craft of stone sculpting in this hands-on workshop led by a professional sculptor. Step into the techniques of blocking, detailing, and finishing as you build a stunning piece. No experience required.
Nov 14th
10am–4:30pm CT
Dec 12th
10am–4:30pm CT
Discovery Center See all classes by this school @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Develop your drawing skills far beyond the basics in this immersive course at the Discovery Center. Under expert guidance, students explore a wide range of techniques and styles, building the ability to transform everyday sketches into expressive, accomplished work that reflects a growing artistic identity.
Nov 17th
6–8pm CT
Meets 4 Times
Nov 21st
3:30–5:30pm CT
Meets 4 Times
Discovery Center See all classes by this school @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Develop your painting skills through hands-on exploration of technique, color, and expression in this immersive course at the Discovery Center. Students experiment with water-based paints across a range of styles, producing both abstract and representational works that reflect their own growing artistic voice.
Nov 17th
6–8pm CT
Meets 4 Times
Nov 21st
3:30–5:30pm CT
Meets 4 Times
Linda Z's Sewing Center See all classes by this school @ 1216 E Central Rd, Chicago, IL
Take your cutting machine skills to the next level by exploring advanced features and creative techniques. This hands-on class helps experienced users work more efficiently while unlocking new capabilities for a wider range of projects. Gain practical tips that streamline your workflow and expand your creative possibilities. Perfect for those ready to build on their existing knowledge with greater confidence.
Nov 10th
10:30am–12:30pm CT
Dec 9th
10:30am–12:30pm CT
Remade in Chicago See all classes by this school @ 2336 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Transform an ordinary t-shirt into personal art during this Chicago screen printing workshop. Learn foundational techniques and design your own look using 15 ready-made screens. No prior experience required; simply bring your shirt and prepare for creative fun.
Nov 4th
11am–12:30pm CT
Nov 5th
11am–12:30pm CT
Nov 5th
6:30–8pm CT
Nov 6th
11am–12:30pm CT
Nov 6th
7–8:30pm CT
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This class will explore neighborhoods on Chicago’s Northwest Side through a series of readings and walking tours.
Class Description
This class will explore neighborhoods on Chicago’s Northwest Side through a series of readings and walking tours. We will study the history of each neighborhood's initial settlement and its changing population and popularity in the years since. We will examine the built environment as well as each community's distinctive local traditions, from ethnic foods to education to athletic and cultural events. Participants should be prepared to walk up to a mile over the course of each class.
Diane Dillon is a Scholar-in-Residence at the Newberry Library. She earned a PhD in the history of art at Yale University. MATERIALS LIST Instructor-Distributed Materials First Reading No first reading assignment
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If the seminar fails to reach a minimum of seven registrations before the early registration deadline (one week before the first day of the term), the seminar will be canceled and all participants will be refunded less a 5% non-refundable registration fee. The instructor is required to teach the seminar if it reaches seven registrations prior to the early registration deadline. In some cases, a seminar may be offered with fewer than seven registrations at the option of the instructor.
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