Adult Classes
2012 Spring Adult Class Schedule
We offer weekly classes in clogging,painting, drawing, ceramics, pottery, mixed media, metal design, jewelry design, and photography! Classes typically meet once a week for six weeks. Most adult level classes are open to ages 18 and up. We have recently added an Intro to Potter’s Wheel class for teens that meets on Friday nights and a new dance component to our classes-clogging! See our full spring Schedule below and find the perfect class for you!
2012 Spring Class Booklet: See adult 6 week classes, workshops and events.
Download a pdf of the full booklet below.
Click here to download a pdf version of the Spring 2012 PCAC Classes & Program Schedule
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Spring Session I
NEW CLASS ADDITION: Clogging
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Introduction to Clogging
Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00pm (6 classes)
Teach your feet a new language – clogging! This class will introduce students to percussive footwork in the style of the Green Grass Cloggers organized by East Carolina University students in 1971. They combined traditional and original footwork with square dance figures, and inspired dance groups in several states and countries. Students will gain a foundation for improvisation. Participants will need to bring comfortable shoes that will allow them to slide on wood floors. No experience is necessary! Students should be able to be able to maintain movement for most of the class time.
[min 5, max 15]
Instructor: Leanne Smith
Cost: $65 for emerge members, $105 for non-members
Supplies: Wear comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes that will allow sliding on wood floors.
Spring 2012 Session I: Mar. 13 – Apr. 17 Reg Code: IC -19
Register Online
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Ceramics & Pottery
OPEN POTTERY STUDIO As a benefit of enrollment in our pottery
program, current students are able to come in and work anytime during
our operating hours. If the main classroom is in use, students are
welcome to use the open studio classroom in our facility. This open
studio room includes 2 potter’s wheels as well as table room for
handbuilding a slab roller, and an extruder.
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Intermediate Potter’s Wheel: A Mad Hatter’s Tea Party!
Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:30pm (6 classes)
You are cordially invited to the Mad Hatter’s Tea party! Join us as we make traditional and alternative teapots. This class will guide you through the challenges inherent to making teapots. Special topics will include: fitting lids, pouring spouts, handle placement, knobs/finials, and glazing considerations. Potters should be able to center and handle 2 lbs. of clay. Projects include: classic English teapots, teapots in two parts, and ring teapots. This class is project intensive and potters will need to work outside of class to complete their teapots.[Min. 6 Max. 8]
Instructor: Rae Brown
Cost: $ 85 for emerge members $125 for emerge non-members
Supply Fee – $20 per bag of clay- covers glazes & firing as well
Ages 18 and up or by special permission for a senior project
Spring 2012 Session 1: Mar. 13 – Apr. 17 Reg. Code: IPW-19
* CEU Credit Available – Ask for Details!
Register Online
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Advanced Ceramics – Pitchers
Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30pm (6 classes)
This class will focus on pitchers of various sizes and intended uses. In addition to exploring functional and decorative pitchers, students will also make a drinking vessel set to match. (We ask that students enrolling in this class have prior experience.)
[Min. 6 Max. 8]
Instructor: Kyle Rees
Cost: $ 85 for emerge members $125 for emerge non-members
Supply Fee – $20 per bag of clay- covers glazes & firing as well
Ages 18 and up or by special permission for a senior project
Spring 2012 Session 1: Mar. 14 – Apr. 18 Reg. Code: ACT -19
* CEU Credit Available – Ask for Details!
Register Online
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Handbuilding- For the Birds
Thursdays 1pm until 3pm (6 classes)
This class will cover handbuilding techniques while teaching students to make spring projects including floral, spring related, birdhouses, birdbaths, birdfeeders, garden ornaments etc! No experience is necessary [Min. 6 Max. 9]
Instructor: Gail Ritzer
Cost: $ 75 for emerge members $115 for emerge non-members
Supply Fee – $20 per bag of clay- covers glazes & firing as well
Spring 2012 Session 1: Mar. 15 – Apr. 19 Reg. Code: THB-19
Register Online
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Introduction to Continuing Potter’s Wheel
Thursdays 6:00 – 8:30pm (6 classes)
This is a perfect class for those people interested in learning and perfecting throwing on the potter’s wheel. Intro students will learn the basics of wheel throwing while intermediate and advanced students will work with the instructor on problem solving and refining their skills. [Min. 6. Max 8]
Instructor: Lauren Rogers
Cost: $ 85 for emerge members $125 for emerge non-members
Supply Fee – $20 per bag of clay- covers glazes & firing as well
Ages 18 and up or by special permission for a senior project
Spring 2012 Session 1: Mar. 15 – Apr. 19 Reg. Code: CPWA-19
* CEU Credit Available – Ask for Details!
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Introduction to Potter’s Wheel – For Teens!
Fridays 6:00 – 8:00pm (4 classes)
This is a perfect class for teenagers (ages 12-18) interested in learning and perfecting throwing on the potter’s wheel. Intro students will learn the basics of wheel throwing while intermediate and advanced students will work with the instructor on problem solving and refining their skills. [min 6, max 8]
Instructor: TBA
Cost: $ 50 for emerge members $90 for emerge non-members
Supply Fee – $20 per bag of clay- covers glazes & firing as well
Spring 2012 Session 1: Mar. 16, Mar. 23, Mar. 30, Apr. 20
*Skipping April 6 & April 13 due to Good Friday and PirateFest
Note: Open Pottery Studio is not a benefit of enrollment in this class unless student is 16 or older.
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Textiles
Private lessons are available in textiles! Whether it is quilting, crocheting, silk painting, knitting, or creative pillows that peaks your interest… we are sure to have an instructor to cater to your artistic whims. This hands-on class is taught in the one-on-one format with the instructor demonstrating, then letting the student “try it.” Class dates and times are scheduled by the student and instructor’s mutual agreement. Only 1st class supplies are included. Supply list will be provided at 1st class. Call Cathy Brown at Emerge (252) 551-6947 or e-mail at cathy@pittcountyarts.org for more information and to schedule.
Cost: $150 for members, $190 for non-members. – 4 one-hour lessons
Bring a friend: $100 each for 2 people, 3 or more $75 each -4 one hour lessons (members only)
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Painting, Drawing & Mixed Media
Intro to Painting, Drawing, & Mixed Media
Tuesdays 1pm until 3pm (6 classes)
Do you want to learn to paint or draw? Are you interested in working with mixed media? Would you like to perfect your skills? If so, sign up for this fun class! This open studio style class offers fellowship of other artists interested in painting, drawing and mixed media while working on great new projects. No experience is necessary. [min 6, max 12]
Instructor: Gail Ritzer
Cost: $75 for members, $115 for non-members
Spring 2012 Session 1: Mar. 13 – Apr. 17 Reg. Code: PDM-19
Register Online
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Painting – Acrylic & Oils
Wednesdays 6:00-8:30pm (6 classes)
Have you always wanted to learn to paint with acrylic? Are you still trying to master oil paints? Are you a working painter who would like to refine your skills? This class is for you! The course will emphasize the tools and techniques of acrylic and oil painting. Participants will work with the instructor to relay their creative ideas into works of art on canvas! Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced are welcome to enroll.
Continuing students will work with instructors to problem solve and refine their painting skills.
[6 min, 12 max]
Instructor: Jonathan Peedin
Cost: $ 85 for emerge members, $125 for emerge non-member
1st night supplies included. Instructor will provide supply list 1st class
Spring 2012 Session 1: Mar. 14 – Apr. 18 Reg. Code: PAO-19
Register Online
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Photography
Private lessons are available in photography! Whether it be digital, darkroom, pinhole, or cyanotype that peaks your interest… we are sure to have an instructor to cater to your artistic whims. This hands-on class is taught in the one-on-one format with the instructor demonstrating, then letting the student “try it.” Class dates and times are scheduled by the student and instructor’s mutual agreement. Camera and some supplies depending upon your focus are not included. Supply list will be provided at 1st class. Call Cathy Brown at Emerge (252) 551-6947 or e-mail at cathy@pittcountyarts.org for more information and to schedule.
Cost: $150 for members, $190 for non-members. – 4 one-hour lessons
Bring a friend: $100 each for 2 people, 3 or more $75 each -4 one hour lessons (members only)
New Option! –Need only one lesson? Schedule by the hour – $40 an hour for one person, 2 or more people $35 an hour per person (members only)
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Metal Design & Jewelry Making
Advanced Metal Design & Enameling
Tuesdays 6:00-8:30pm (6 classes)
Advanced Students will work with the instructor to problem solve and refine their skills in the areas of metalsmithing and enameling while working within the format of a pendant or brooch. The instructor will demonstrate sifting, wetpacking, champlevé, graphite embedding, and finishing techniques. Also demonstrated will be a number of mechanisms with which to set enamels. Other techniques will be introduced as needed on a case per case basis. Basic fabrication skills recommended, but not required. [min 6, max7] Instructor: Joshua Craig
Cost: $115 for emerge members, $155 for emerge non-members
Supplies are included with the exception of fine metals, such as silver, that students may wish to use in class.
Spring 2012 Session I: Mar. 13 – Apr. 17 Reg. Code: AMD -19
Register Online
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Introduction to Continuing Metal Design
Thursdays 6:00-8:30pm (6 classes)
Students will learn the basics of metalsmithing: sawing, filing, soldering, and riveting. Students will make simple rings and pendants then move on to a project of their choice. Continuing students will work with instructors to problem solve, refine their skills, as well as assist them with more advanced projects. [min 6, max 7]
Cost: $ 115 for emerge members, $155 for emerge non-members
Supplies are included with the exception of fine metals, such as silver, that students may wish to use in class. Instructor: TBA
Spring 2012 Session I: Mar. 15 – Apr. 19 Reg. Code: IMD-19
Register Online
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Spring Session II
NEW CLASS ADDITION: Clogging
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Introduction to Clogging
Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00pm (6 classes)
Teach your feet a new language – clogging! This class will introduce students to percussive footwork in the style of the Green Grass Cloggers organized by East Carolina University students in 1971. They combined traditional and original footwork with square dance figures, and inspired dance groups in several states and countries. Students will gain a foundation for improvisation. Participants will need to bring comfortable shoes that will allow them to slide on wood floors. No experience is necessary! Students should be able to be able to maintain movement for most of the class time.
[min 5, max 15]
Instructor: Leanne Smith
Cost: $65 for emerge members, $105 for non-members
Supplies: Wear comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes that will allow sliding on wood floors.
Spring 2012 Session 2: May 1 – June 5 Reg Code: IC-20
Register Online
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Ceramics & Pottery
OPEN POTTERY STUDIO As a benefit of enrollment in our pottery
program, current students are able to come in and work anytime during
our operating hours. If the main classroom is in use, students are
welcome to use the open studio classroom in our facility. This open
studio room includes 2 potter’s wheels as well as table room for
handbuilding a slab roller, and an extruder.
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Intermediate Potter’s Wheel: Pottery Fiesta!
Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:30pm (6 classes)
Join us this session to make pottery that will change an ordinary gathering into a Fiesta! Improve your throwing skills and learn alteration techniques as we make serving pots fit for any celebration. Projects can be adjusted to accommodate the skill level of intermediate and advanced potter’s. Projects include: double-dipping bowls, chip and dip servers, cheese plates, and margarita goblets.
[Min. 6 Max. 8]
Instructor: Rae Brown
Cost: $ 85 for emerge members $125 for emerge non-members
Supply Fee – $20 per bag of clay- covers glazes & firing as well
Spring 2012 Session 2: May 1 – June 5 Reg. Code: IPW-20
* CEU Credit Available – Ask for Details!
Register Online
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Advanced Ceramics – Non-Traditional Wheel Thrown Art
Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:30pm (6 classes)
The focus of this class will be on non-traditional wheel thrown art. Sculptural vessels and non-utilitarian sculptures will be covered – opening the potter’s world to a wealth of possibility. Most projects in this class will involve a combination of wheel throwing and handbuilding. [Min. 6 Max. 8]
Instructor: Kyle Rees
Cost: $ 85 for emerge members $125 for emerge non-members
Supply Fee – $20 per bag of clay- covers glazes & firing as well
Spring 2012 Session 2: May 2 – June 6 Reg. Code: ACT – 20
* CEU Credit Available – Ask for Details!
Register Online
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Handbuilding- Let it Grow!
Thursdays 1pm until 3pm (4 classes)
This class will cover handbuilding techniques as students enjoy making a variety of garden and spring related items! No experience is necessary [Min. 6 Max. 9]
Instructor: Gail Ritzer
Cost: $ 50 for emerge members $115 for emerge non-members
Supply Fee – $20 per bag of clay- covers glazes & firing as well
Spring 2012 Session 2: May 3 – June 7 Reg. Code: THB-20
Register Online
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Introduction to Continuing Potter’s Wheel
Thursdays 6:00 – 8:30pm (6 classes)
This is a perfect class for those people interested in learning and perfecting throwing on the potter’s wheel. Intro students will learn the basics of wheel throwing while intermediate and advanced students will work with the instructor on problem solving and refining their skills. [Min. 6 Max. 8]
Instructor: Lauren Rogers
Cost: $ 85 for emerge members $125 for emerge non-members
Supply Fee – $20 per bag of clay- covers glazes & firing as well
Ages 16 and up (unless by special permission)
Spring 2012 Session 2: May 3 – June 7 Reg. Code: CPWA-20
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Intro to Potter’s Wheel – For Teens!
Fridays 6:00 – 8:30pm (4 classes)
This is a perfect class for teenagers (ages 12-18) interested in learning and perfecting throwing on the potter’s wheel. Intro students will learn the basics of wheel throwing while intermediate and advanced students will work with the instructor on problem solving and refining their skills. [min 6, max 8]
Instructor: TBA
Cost: $50 for emerge members $95 for emerge non-members
Supply Fee – $20 per bag of clay- covers glazes & firing as well
Spring 2012 Session 2: May 4 – May 25 Reg. Code: TIPW-20
Note: Open Pottery Studio is not a benefit of enrollment in this class unless student is 16 or older.
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Textiles
Private lessons are available in textiles! Whether it is quilting, crocheting, silk painting, knitting, or creative pillows that peaks your interest… we are sure to have an instructor to cater to your artistic whims. This hands-on class is taught in the one-on-one format with the instructor demonstrating, then letting the student “try it.” Class dates and times are scheduled by the student and instructor’s mutual agreement. Only 1st class supplies are included. Supply list will be provided at 1st class. Call Cathy Brown at Emerge (252) 551-6947 or e-mail at cathy@pittcountyarts.org for more information and to schedule.
Cost: $150 for members, $190 for non-members. – 4 one-hour lessons
Bring a friend: $100 each for 2 people, 3 or more $75 each -4 one hour lessons (members only)
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Painting, Drawing & Mixed Media
Intro to Painting, Drawing, & Mixed Media
Tuesdays 1pm until 3pm (4 classes)
Do you want to learn to paint or draw? Are you interested in working with mixed media? Would you like to perfect your skills? If so, sign up for this fun class! This open studio style class offers fellowship of other artists interested in painting, drawing and mixed media while working on great new projects. No experience is necessary. [min 6, max 12]
Instructor: Gail Ritzer
Cost: $50 for members, $90 for non-members
Spring 2012 Session 2: May 1 – May 22 Reg. Code: PDM-20
Register Online
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Painting – Acrylic & Oils
Thursdays 6:00-8:30pm (6 classes)
Have you always wanted to learn to paint with acrylic? Are you still trying to master oil paints? Are you a working painter who would like to refine your skills? This class is for you! The course will emphasize the tools and techniques of acrylic and oil painting. Participants will work with the instructor to relay their creative ideas into works of art on canvas! Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced are welcome to enroll.
Continuing students will work with instructors to problem solve and refine their painting skills.
[6 min, 12 max] Instructor: TBA
Cost: $ 85 for emerge members, $125 for emerge non-member
1st night supplies included. Instructor will provide supply list 1st class
Spring 2012 Session 2: May 2 – June 5 Reg. Code: PAO-20
Register Online
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Photography
Private lessons are available in photography! Whether it be digital, darkroom, pinhole, or cyanotype that peaks your interest… we are sure to have an instructor to cater to your artistic whims. This hands-on class is taught in the one-on-one format with the instructor demonstrating, then letting the student “try it.” Class dates and times are scheduled by the student and instructor’s mutual agreement. Camera and some supplies depending upon your focus are not included. Supply list will be provided at 1st class. Call Cathy Brown at Emerge (252) 551-6947 or e-mail at cathy@pittcountyarts.org for more information and to schedule.
Cost: $150 for members, $190 for non-members. – 4 one-hour lessons
Bring a friend: $100 each for 2 people, 3 or more $75 each -4 one hour lessons (members only)
New Option! –Need only one lesson? Schedule by the hour – $40 an hour for one person, 2 or more people $35 an hour per person (members only)
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Metal Design & Jewelry Making
Advanced Metal Design & Enameling
Tuesdays 6:00-8:30pm (6 classes)
Advanced students will work with the instructor to problem solve and refine their skills in the area of metalsmithing with an emphasis on forging. Students will learn the fundamentals of tapering, spreading, squaring, and twisting. Attention will be paid to proper technique, and to ways the studio jeweler can incorporate forging operations into their current jewelry or hollowware for decorative and functional effect. Other techniques will be introduced as needed on a case-by-case basis. Basic fabrication skills recommended, but not required.
[min 6, max7] Instructor: Joshua Craig
Cost: $115 for emerge members, $155 for emerge non-members
Supplies arte included with the exception of fine metals, such as silver, that students may wish to use in class.
Spring 2012 Session 2: May 1 – June 5 Reg. Code: AMD-20
Register Online
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Introduction to Continuing Metal Design
Thursdays 6:00-8:30pm (6 classes)
Students will learn the basics of metalsmithing: sawing, filing, soldering, and riveting. Students will make simple rings and pendants then move on to a project of their choice. Continuing students will work with instructors to problem solve, refine their skills, as well as assist them with more advance projects. [min 6, max 7]
Cost: $ 115 for emerge members, $155 for emerge non-members
Supplies are included with the exception of fine metals, such as silver, that students may wish to use in class. Instructor: TBA
Spring 2012 Session 2: May 3 – June 7 Reg. Code: IMD-20
Register Online
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ADULT WORKSHOPS:
Join us for these upcoming weekend workshops of intense artmaking!
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Uncork your Inner Artist—Design with Wine Nights!
Make plans to join us for PCAC at Emerge’s adult workshop series that uses artistic fun as a great excuse to have a night out for you! Grab your friends, and join us for a wonderful art project while enjoying a glass of wine! No art experience is necessary, but a willingness to have fun is! (Participants must be 21 years or older)
Join us for a different activity every month!
We provide:
1. All the art supplies needed
2. A great art instructor 3. Light Refreshments
You need to bring:
1. You!
2.Friends! 3. Brown bagged items such as beer or wine if you wish!
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Design With Wine: Painting
Friday, February 17th
Photo from Design with Wine: Painting Workshop on January 27, 2012
With our all inclusive step-by-step painting party, a blank canvas and wine at your fingertips, get ready to paint your very own masterpiece! No art experience is necessary! Basic painting techniques will be introduced. This painting party is a great introduction to our adult painting class!
[min 8, max 30]
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited!
Instructor: Cathy Brown
About Cathy: Cathy has lived in eastern North Carolina her entire life. She received her BFA in Painting and Drawing from East Carolina University in December 2010 as well as minors in Business and English. Currently, she teaches the adult Painting and Drawing class here at PCAC at Emerge on Thursday nights in addition to several private lessons during the week with students of varying ages. Proficient in oil, acrylic, and watercolor, she specializes in mixed media and painting portraits.
Friday, February 17th, 2012
7pm until 9pm (2 hours) Reg. Code: WND-15
Register Online
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Design With Wine: Pottery
Friday, March 2nd
A night full of fun with clay! Use this as your opportunity to “try it out,” and join us for a fun filled workshop focusing on the potter’s wheel and handbuilding techniques.
[min 8, max 30]
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited!
Instructor: Lauren
Friday, March 2nd, 2011
7pm until 9pm (2 hours) Reg. Code: WND-16
About Lauren: Lauren Rogers is currently a student at East Carolina University, earning her undergraduate degrees in Ceramics as well as Interpersonal and Organizational Communications. Her current body of ceramic work focuses more on tall, elegant, flowing forms intended for visual aesthetic pleasures. She finds much of her inspiration in the strength and movement of bodies’ water.
Register Online
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Design With Wine: Silk Painting
Friday, March 23rd
Just in time for the approach of spring! Join us for this month’s workshop and design a one-of-a-kind wearable hand painted silk scarf! Participants will learn the techniques of silk painting while making their own unique silk scarf. [min 8, max 20]
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited!
Cost: $35 for emerge members, $45 for non-members
Friday, March 23th, 2012
7pm until 9pm (2 hours) Reg. Code: WND-18
About Megan: Megan Erickson is a talented artist and instructor residing in Greenville, North Carolina. She graduated with her BFA in textiles from East Carolina University. She currently works with the Greenville Museum of Art and teaches both children’s and adult classes at the Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge.
Register Online
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Design With Wine: Wirewrapping
Friday, April 20th
During this fun night out, participants will make their own whimsical spiral necklace out of wire – including the clasp. This workshop is a great way add some pizzazz to your life, meet some great people, enjoy a night outside of the daily routine, all while learning the basics of wire wrapping!
[min 8, max 20]
Instructor: Valda Belyeu
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited!
Cost: $35 for emerge members, $45 for non-members
Friday, April 20, 2012
7pm until 9pm (2 hours) Reg. Code: WND-19
About Valda: A native Washingtonian, she has also lived in Florida, where she received a degree in photography from Daytona State College. She also studied at East Carolina University and Chowan College. After returning to Eastern North Carolina, Valda turned to jewelry, which began with a single class and is now a full time business. Mixing wire, beads, newly acquired metal skills, and her own handcrafted porcelain pendants; she creates jewelry that is distinctly her own style. She also teaches jewelry-making/wire wrapping classes at Riverwalk Gallery and Art Center in Washington; encouraging students not simply to recreate her style, but to learn skills and techniques so that they can create their own pieces.
Register Online
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Design With Wine: Bookmaking
Friday, April 20th
Join us for a fun-filled night of making your own handmade books. Participants will be making simple and elegant book structures that can be enhanced, ornamented, and built up. We will learn to make pockets, windows, and closures, giving an arsenal of forms and tools to fit your ideas while we wax poetic (and paper). This is a great introduction to be thinking in the book format and creating objects that are endless; the only limits are the ones you set!
[min 8, max 20]
Instructor: Lisa Beth Robinson
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited!
Cost: $35 for emerge members, $45 for non-members
Friday, May 25, 2012
7pm until 9pm (2 hours) Reg. Code: WND-20
About Lisa Beth: Lisa Beth Robinson is the proprietor of Somnambulist Tango Press where she makes aretist books (letterpress, papermaking, and printmaking) and is a teaching instructor at East Carolina University. Her books visualize the relationship between language and experience, making connections between disassociated objects and concerns. Her degrees are from the Johnson Center at the University of Redlands and the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Register Online
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Ceramics Workshop: Surface Design
Instructor: Gail Ritzer
Join us for this hands-on, two-part workshop, taught by Gail Ritzer, a local handbuilder and ceramic sculptor who excels in the surface treatment of clay works. This workshop is designed for intermediate and advanced ceramicists who wish to explore various surface treatment techniques.
Please note: Attendance to both workshops is not required, but encouraged.
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Workshop I: Wet Clay Surface Design
In this hands-on workshop, participants will experiment several methods to create interesting surfaces on wet clay. This workshop will cover incising/drawing on underglazes and creating texture using small molds, unlikely objects such as shells, stamps, and more! Bring a photo of your favorite impressionist painter (Monet, Van Gogh, etc) and receive instruction on recreating the painterly strokes on your pottery using underglazes.
Saturday, April 28, 2012 10AM-3PM
[min 5, max 10] Reg. Code: GRW-1
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Workshop II: Bisque Clay Surface Design
Join us for part two of exploring the wealth of possibility in creative surface treatment of your bisque clay work. This great workshop will delve into staining, glazing, and painting with acrylic on textured work. Glaze application techniques will also be addressed.
Saturday, May 19, 2012 10AM-3PM
[min 5, max 10] Reg. Code: GRW-2
Please Note: If not attending Workshop I, please bring several textured bisques items to this workshop.
Cost: $50 per workshop for emerge members, $70 for non-members
$90-both workshops for emerge members, $130 for non-members
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Workshop Schedule for Workshop I & Workshop II:
Morning Session: 10AM-12PM
Lunch Break: 12PM-1PM
Afternoon Session: 1PM-3PM
Location: Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge
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