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Contemporary Cherokee Artist Karen Sixkiller offers beading workshops in collaboration with ʔaʔk̓ʷustəƞáwt̓xʷ House of Learning, Peninsula College Longhouse. 

Craft a stunning bracelet with large beads and leather cord in this beginner-friendly workshop! Use provided materials or personalize with your choice of beads, from vibrant glass to elegant stones. Learn the method and apply the flexible pattern to explore endless design possibilities! Materials included. Appropriate for adults and youth 12+ with parent/guardian also enrolled. 

Contemporary Cherokee Artist Karen Sixkiller offers beading workshops in collaboration with ʔaʔk̓ʷustəƞáwt̓xʷ House of Learning, Peninsula College Longhouse. 

Learn how to make beautiful loom beaded bracelets using larger beads. Finish a project in one day of hands-on instruction. Materials are provided. Appropriate for adults and youth 12+ with parent/guardian also enrolled. 

Student Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to prepare a bead loom for beading and learn how to add beads to a loomed project. They will learn about needed supplies and how to use a bead pattern to create loom beaded projects with hands-on help. They will also learn how to finish and add a binding, clasp and jump rings for a professionally finished final product.

Explore the fascinating world of insects with local entomology expert Richard Lewis and scientific illustrator Robin Bundi, in partnership with the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center. In this course, students will learn to illustrate insects using real specimens while developing fundamental drawing and watercolor techniques. Instructors will cover accurate painting methods, specimen handling, and basic insect anatomy. 

This three-session course begins with a field trip to the Port Angeles Fine Art Center’s Hidden Worlds exhibit, featuring an insect installation by artist Jennifer Angus. Entomologist Richard Lewis will provide insights during the visit. The following two sessions focus on watercolor instruction with Robin Bundi, guiding students through the process of creating their own insect illustrations. By the end of the course, participants will have their own completed watercolor painting.

Need a little color and sparkle in your life? Come learn about the dazzling world of Glass on Glass Mosaics!

In this 4-week course, you will learn how to use scrap pieces of stained glass to create a dazzling art piece that come to life in the light! You will create at least 2 projects. We will discuss rules of balance, thirds, and odds to create masterpieces. All materials provided.

Learn to paint botanicals in this 4-week class! Watercolor is the classic medium for rendering botanical studies. Botanical paintings were first used to identify medicinal plants and have developed into beautiful depictions of flowers and plants. No experience necessary!

What you will learn:

• Drawing review for botanicals.
• Making a good design, composition.
• Mixing skills for watercolors and paint application.
   

Join local entomologist Richard Lewis for a hands-on field class exploring the diverse insect life of the Olympic Peninsula. In partnership with the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, this course will introduce you to insect identification, sampling techniques, and specimen preservation.

Begin by venturing into the natural areas around campus to collect and study local insects, learning about their life cycles and ecological roles. The following week, visit the Jennifer Angus Exhibit at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, where you'll practice professional preservation and pinning techniques. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, artist, or budding scientist, this class offers a unique blend of science and creativity!

Contemporary Cherokee Artist Karen Sixkiller offers beading workshops in collaboration with ʔaʔk̓ʷustəƞáwt̓xʷ House of Learning, Peninsula College Longhouse.

Learn the basics of bead embroidery with this easy eagle feather project. By sewing seed beads onto a stiff backing you'll have a versatile piece that can be worn by itself or added to a hat, purse, jacket; similar to any other embroidered patch. Once you've learned the basics through this workshop you can easily modify the pattern or make your own. Students will learn how to use a pattern, embroider with beads in straight and curved lines, finish a project and how to add their finished piece to clothing or accessories. All materials included. 

Open to students 12+ with a parent/guardian also enrolled.

Our ceramics courses are designed for students from all levels- from the absolute beginner to experienced potters and sculptors. Classes are held in our beautiful, fully equipped studio. Eighteen potter's wheels, a slab roller, canvas covered work tables, ample storage space and the use of studio tools as well as clay, glaze, and firings are all included in the course fee. All that is missing is you!

Please do not bring in any outside clay or glazes as they may not be compatible with our ceramic studio materials. Classes may include students from multiple sessions.

Many of us love drawing, but we may feel we don't have the skills. Learn from instructor Andréa Woods who has been teaching art for over 30 yrs. She has developed a step-by-step method to draw what we see with basic shapes and gestures. These principles can be applied to any objects. Come and enjoy drawing! Materials are provided.

What you will learn:

• See how objects are drawn using basic shapes, with emphasis on plants (botanicals).
• Shading to give dimension.
• Exercises to improve your drawing skills.

Our ceramics courses are designed for students from all levels- from the absolute beginner to experienced potters and sculptors. Classes are held in our beautiful, fully equipped studio. Eighteen potter's wheels, a slab roller, canvas covered work tables, ample storage space and the use of studio tools as well as clay, glaze, and firings are all included in the course fee. All that is missing is you!

Please do not bring in any outside clay or glazes as they may not be compatible with our ceramic studio materials. Classes may include students from multiple sessions.

Expand your ceramics skills in our Ceramics Level 2 class, perfect for those ready to build on foundational techniques. This course is ideal for students who have completed at least two introductory ceramics classes (at Peninsula College or another location) and are eager to explore more advanced methods. Participants will delve into the art of wheel-thrown pottery and/or engage in sophisticated hand-building sculpture techniques.

Student Learning Outcomes:

• Refine your skills to create more intricate, complex forms, enhancing both technique and creative expression.
• Discover new avenues in ceramics, allowing your unique artistic vision to shine.

Join us for a rewarding journey that deepens your skills and fuels your creativity in the world of ceramics!

This course is designed for the artist and/or hobbyist and will cover welding safety, MIG welding process, plasma cutting, and mechanical cutting. Various techniques of metal forming and design will be covered. Methods of instruction will include lectures on principles of safety practices, welding and cutting processes, shielding gasses, and filler metals. Open to students 16 years of age and older.

Please see material list for class by clicking here. Estimated supply cost is $100 - $150. 

Classes have been extended to 3-hours each to give you more time to create beautiful works of art in this six-week series!

Experience a world full of color and sparkle with stained glass! You'll master the timeless craft of stained glass, transforming raw materials into stunning works of art. Guided by an expert instructor, you'll journey through each step of the process, honing your skills and igniting your creativity. All materials are included - just bring your passion for art and get ready to create dazzling masterpieces that will leave everyone in awe!

If you have zero sewing experience, I’ll teach you how to sew a straight line, and you’ll be on your way to making a quilt!

If you’re an experienced quilter and want to learn new techniques and/or enhance your skills, this is the class for you!

Quilting class is hands-on, and students will learn by doing. The class is designed to support beginners through advanced quilters.

Are you interested in learning how to transform plant matter into stunning botanical art? This course will guide you through the multi-layer process of using acrylic paint and a gel plate to create unique prints that you can frame or use in collages or cardmaking. You'll have the chance to collect plant matter and practice gel printing techniques with plenty of hands-on experimentation. By the end of the course, you'll be able to make your very own botanical gel prints that showcase your creativity and style.