Evanston Classes Chicago, IL

Mon, Jul 1st, 12:30–3:30pm CDT (3 hours)

$235

+2350 pts

Advanced Beginner Sewing: Skirt

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Learn to construct a basic skirt with darts, seam finishing, and a zipper closure in this advanced sewing class. Perfect for sewists with previous experience or those in need of a refresher. Get back to the fundamentals and create beautiful garments at Sew Design Studio.

Beginner 12 and older

Apr 16th

6–8:30pm CDT

Meets 6 Times

$285

6 Seats Left

Tue, Apr 16th, 6–8:30pm CDT (15 hours over 6 sessions)

$285

6 sessions

+2850 pts

Pattern Making - Part 2

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Elevate your sewing skills and bring your design ideas to life with advanced techniques in this comprehensive course. Dive deeper into the art of pattern making with an emphasis on precision and detail.

Beginner 12 and older

Apr 24th

1–3:30pm CDT

Meets 6 Times

5 Seats Left

Wed, Apr 24th, 1–3:30pm CDT (15 hours over 6 sessions)

$325

6 sessions

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Introduction to Pattern Making: Slopers & Blocks -Part 1

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Learn the art of creating custom slopers and blocks in this comprehensive course. Elevate your sewing skills to the next level with expert guidance and hands-on practice.

Beginner 12 and older

Apr 24th

6–8:30pm CDT

Meets 6 Times

5 Seats Left

Wed, Apr 24th, 6–8:30pm CDT (15 hours over 6 sessions)

$325

6 sessions

Beginner Sewing: Pull-On Pants

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Learn essential sewing techniques and how to customize your own pull-on pants with the guidance of expert instructors. Elevate your wardrobe with your personalized creations at Sew Design Studio.

Beginner 12 and older

Apr 20th

9:30am–12pm CDT

Meets 4 Times

$225

5 Seats Left

Sat, Apr 20th, 9:30am–12pm CDT (10 hours over 4 sessions)

$225

4 sessions

+2250 pts

Intermediate Sewing II

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Take your sewing skills to the next level at Sew Design Studio with our Intermediate Sewing II course. Create a stylish blouse or shirt, followed by a jacket or basic pants. Develop your skills in pattern adjustments, collar construction, sleeve setting, buttonholes, seam finishing, and proper interfacing use. Consult with our instructors to determine which project is best suited for you.

Intermediate 12 and older

Apr 20th

3:30–6pm CDT

Meets 6 Times

$285

6 Seats Left

Sat, Apr 20th, 3:30–6pm CDT (15 hours over 6 sessions)

$285

6 sessions

+2850 pts

Pattern Making - Part 3

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Elevate your pattern-making skills at Sew Design Studio with an advanced exploration into utilizing your existing blocks. Uncover innovative techniques to craft personalized fashion designs, empowering you to unleash your creativity onto the canvas of fabric. Embark on a journey of self-expression and precision in this transformative class.

Advanced 12 and older

Apr 23rd

9:30am–12pm CDT

Meets 6 Times

2 Seats Left

Tue, Apr 23rd, 9:30am–12pm CDT (15 hours over 6 sessions)

$325

6 sessions

Introduction to Draping

Sew Design Studio @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL

Unlock the artistry of garment construction with hands-on exploration at Sew Design Studio. Delve into advanced draping techniques, shaping muslin on dress forms to breathe life into innovative designs. Prior sewing experience is essential for this transformative journey in pattern mastery.

Intermediate 12 and older

Apr 25th

6–8:30pm CDT

Meets 6 Times

3 Seats Left

Thu, Apr 25th, 6–8:30pm CDT (15 hours over 6 sessions)

$325

6 sessions

Improv and Games for the Stage!

Piven Theatre Workshop @ 927 Noyes St, Illinois City, IL

Unlock your inner performer and experience the sheer joy of play with Piven Theatre Workshop. Discover new and perfect old skills in a fun and supportive environment, culminating in an open workshop for friends and family. Join this ensemble-building class for an unforgettable experience on stage.

All levels 18 and older

May 14th

6:30–8:30pm CDT

Meets 6 Times

$250

Tue, May 14th, 6:30–8:30pm CDT (12 hours over 6 sessions) Other dates (1)

$250

6 sessions

+2500 pts

Ceramic Hand-building (Ages 12-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Unleash your creativity with hands-on ceramic projects designed for young artists. Explore the fundamentals of hand-building techniques in a supportive and engaging environment.

All levels 12 - 14 years old

Jun 17th

9am–12pm CDT

$370

Mon, Jun 17th, 9am–12pm CDT (3 hours)

$370

+3700 pts

Playwrights as Actors: Applying Piven Acting Techniques to Writing Effective, Playable Scenes

Piven Theatre Workshop @ 927 Noyes St, Illinois City, IL

Explore the art of crafting dynamic scenes that come alive on stage through the fusion of playwrighting and acting techniques. Dive into character connections and dialogue dynamics, honing your skills in creating scenes that resonate with authenticity and dramatic tension.

All levels 18 and older

May 23rd

6:30–9pm CDT

Meets 6 Times

$250

Thu, May 23rd, 6:30–9pm CDT (15 hours over 6 sessions)

$250

6 sessions

+2500 pts

Ceramic Handbuilding Central (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Discover foundational hand-building techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab construction as you create diverse objects. With projects available for pick-up after the camp concludes, caregivers will receive email notifications, ensuring a seamless experience for young artists to explore the versatility of ceramic art.

All levels 9 - 11 years old

Jul 15th

9am–12pm CDT

$370

Mon, Jul 15th, 9am–12pm CDT (3 hours)

$370

+3700 pts

High School: Ceramic Handbuilding

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Discover the endless possibilities of clay in this immersive high school ceramics course! Unlock your creativity through hand-building techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab construction. From vibrant underglazing to mastering the art of shaping clay, embark on a journey to craft stunning ceramic creations.

All levels 14 - 18 years old

Jul 29th

12:30–3:30pm CDT

$370

Mon, Jul 29th, 12:30–3:30pm CDT (3 hours)

$370

+3700 pts

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Beginning Wheel Throwing

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Embark on a journey of creativity with our Beginning Wheel Throwing class, tailored for newcomers and experienced potters alike. Expand your pottery repertoire as you delve into advanced techniques and refine your skills on the wheel. Join us to elevate your craft and bring your ceramic visions to life with expert guidance and support.

Beginner 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$480

10 sessions

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Beginning/Intermediate Wheel Throwing

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Beginner 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$480

10 sessions

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Throw, Handbuild, and Alter

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Refine your pottery expertise with our specialized course, perfect for students with distinct creative ambitions. Whether honing wheel-throwing techniques or exploring hand-building construction, join us to advance your skills and realize your artistic vision. Embark on a journey of clay exploration and craftsmanship guided by expert instruction.

All levels 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$480

10 sessions

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Beginning/Intermediate Wheel Throwing (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Elevate your pottery craftsmanship in our Beginning/Intermediate Wheel Throwing class. Hone your throwing skills and perfect your glazing techniques while crafting functional pottery essentials such as mugs, dinnerware, and vases. Join us to explore the art of ceramics under expert guidance, regardless of your skill level.

Beginner 16 and older

No upcoming schedules

$480

10 sessions

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Advanced/Intermediate Wheel Throwing

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Refine your pottery skills with Evanston Art Center's Advanced/Intermediate Wheel Throwing class. Elevate your craftsmanship as you focus on creating functional pottery forms, honing both throwing and glazing techniques under expert guidance. Perfect for experienced throwers seeking to enhance their artistry and expand their repertoire of forms.

Intermediate 16 and older

No upcoming schedules

$480

10 sessions

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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.

Advanced 18 and older

No upcoming schedules

$235

6 sessions

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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...

All levels 12 - 16 years old

No upcoming schedules

$275

9 sessions