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Print & Stitch: Relief, Screen Printing and Embroidery
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore woodcut and screen print in combination with embroidery to create wearable objects and artworks. You will learn basics of screen printing, relief printing and hand stitching and complete three projects. In-person class (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines. Face coverings required throughout the duration of class. Includes COVID-19 cleaning fee. Please note: this session does...
Screen-Printing with Ink & Dyes on Textiles (Ages 16+)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn how to put a stencil onto a screen and print. Explore the differences between printing with inks and dyes and their reactions on different fabrics
Screen Print a T-Shirt
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Print your own design on a T shirt in this one-day printmaking workshop! Bring a high-contrast black and white image on paper, and you'll go home with it printed on a shirt. Skill Level: Beginner
$90
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Screen Print Experience
Ryonet Corporation @ 1435 Busch Parkway, Buffalo Grove, IL
This class includes: Blank t-shirts will be provided for you to practice your new knowledge Lunch for both days (call a week prior for vegetarian options) Ryonet's digital screen printing class book and materials for note-taking Most importantly, the skills and knowledge to progress in the industry Day 1: The 7 steps to the screen printing process are day 1; with a bit of printing in the morning and end of the day Day 2: Art and using the...
Stained Glass Intensive
Evanston Art Center @ 2603 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL
Create your own panel of stained glass in six hours! This fun and intensive stained glass workshop will focus on the copper foil method. Learn basic stained glass skills like cutting glass, foiling the pieces and soldering them to create simple beautiful designs. All tools and materials are included.
$140
Studio Jewelry Making and Enamels
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.
Moldmaking 101 (Ages 16+)
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.
Fall Leaves in Glass Mosaics
In this hands-on workshop, you will use gorgeous transparent glass to create a mosaic inspired by brilliantly colored autumn leaves. You will learn the process of affixing broken and cut art glass to an acrylic panel, considering the best usage of color, shape, and shading. Once grouted, your art piece will glow like a stained glass window with luminous colors.
Mechanisms Galore
Intended for students who are interested in unique ways to finish off a bracelet or necklace. Sick of store bought mechanisms? In this six week class we will focus on making our own clasps to really give the final touch to your handmade, 1-of-a-kind piece of jewelry.
Enameling
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...
Off the Wheel Projects: Tips & Tricks
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unlock your creativity and immerse yourself in the art of pottery in a hands-on experience where you will learn to shape and mold clay into beautiful and unique masterpieces.
Jewelry Making 3D Printing and Laser Cutting
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.
$125
Advanced Techniques: Surface Treatments
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Different surface design techniques covered will include sgraffito (carving through layers), mishima (in-lay), slip trailing, stencil and stamp design and application (store and handmade), resist techniques (wax and underglaze), image transfer, and silk screen application.
Reuse & Recycle: Repurposing Scrap Metal & Old Jewelry
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
Acrylic Pours for Jewelry (Ages 16+)
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
Rejuvenated Jewelry
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Inspired by the little treasures you save and love, we will cleverly combine old and new elements to create spectacular jewelry. Bring your special and sentimental keepsakes, single earrings, buttons, charms, chains, family photos, and found objects and let Bonnie Arkin inspire your creativity. You will learn to solder, wire wrap, and string. Arkin has many examples to share and resources for treasure hunting. A supply list is given...
Stone Setting Workshop
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...
Jewelry and Objects (Ages 16+)
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.
Enameling In Your Home Kiln
Learn new techniques to use in your home kiln! Start with the basics of sifting enamels and utilizing your own enamels fire new pieces learning sgraffito, Limoges, graphite pencil techniques and more. Demonstrations and individualized attention will be given. Some previous kiln experience required. Important notes: This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class. You will be emailed Zoom meeting...
Teen Wheel Throwing (Ages 12-16)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Independently create work on the pottery wheel. All experience levels are welcome, including first-time throwers. Once experienced, the instructor will act as facilitator, helping you create own, unique ideas. Examples of items are mugs, cups, bowls and lamp bases. Purchasing a beginner’s pottery set from a local art store is suggested. In-person class (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines. Includes COVID-19...
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