Workshops

Each semester the Studio Arts & Craft Centre offers short-term workshops to teach different skills and techniques. Attendees pay a fee to receive instruction and supplies and end up leaving with a piece(s) of their own, along with new skills to keep making on their own!

**The Studio Arts & Craft Centre reserves the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment. In that case, attendees will be notified one day prior to the start date by 10am and will receive a full refund.** 

FALL 2023

Hand Building Ceramics Session 1

with ANG VAN DEN EEDEN

Wednesdays, September 27-October 18, 6:00 – 8:30PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

Discover the art of hand building with clay! In this workshop, participants will learn various techniques around coil and slab construction. Explore sculptural forms and functional vessels while receiving expert guidance. Join us and craft unique ceramic masterpieces that reflect your personal style! 

Cost: Students $70    Staff/Alumni $85     Community $100

Sign-up Deadline: Monday, September 25 at 5pm / Capacity: 6 participants
Register

FULL – Intro to Wheel Throwing Session 1

with CHANCE GORDON 

Mondays, October 2-23, 6:00 – 8:00PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

Take a spin on the potter’s wheel! In this intro wheel throwing class, participants will learn the basics of making pottery with the potter’s wheel. Three main forms will be covered on the wheel: the cup, bowl, and plate. Glazing will also be explored, and participants can expect to walk away with several fully finished pottery pieces. Workshop fee includes one 25 lb. bag of clay with additional clay available for purchase; all glazes are included. 

Cost: Students $70    Staff/Alumni $85     Community $100

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, September 28 at 5pm / Capacity: 7 participants
Register

Penny Badges

with CLARE VANG 

Mondays, October 2-16, 6:00 – 8:00PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop, participants will create designs, transfer them onto metal, and learn the basics of metalworking to create a badge or a brooch that attaches to their clothing with a penny. Participants will learn beginner friendly metalsmithing techniques including design transferring, piercing metal, and cutting metal with a jeweler saw. 

Cost: Students $40    Staff/Alumni $50     Community $60

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, September 28 at 5pm / Capacity: 4 participants
Register

FULL – Intro to Stained Glass

with MADDIE CAWKINS

Tuesdays, October 3 & 10, 6:00 – 8:00PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop, you will learn how to score, cut, foil, solder, and assemble your own stained-glass motif. Class participants will choose their own colors for a sunrise pattern which they will be able to then assemble to make a hanging piece.

Cost: Students $45     Staff/Alumni $60     Community $70

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, September 28 at 5pm / Capacity: 4 participants
Register

Screen Printing on Paper: Separations, Exposure, and Production

with HUNTER LOUIS

Tuesdays, October 3-24

October 3 & 10, 6:00-8:00PM, October 17 & 24, 6:00-8:30PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop you will learn how to translate imagery into a handmade screen print. Participants will be led through the process of developing their image, producing screens, and the process of printing. The printing process is done color by color. We will touch on some more advanced ink techniques for future use. Printing will be done on paper to create posters or other wall art. Workshop fee includes use of a screen plus paper, and ink that you get to keep!

Cost: Student $60    Staff/Alumni $90    Community $120

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, September 28 at 5pm / Capacity: 4 participants
Register

FULL – Glass Etching

with SHELLEY FEIL

Wednesdays, October 4 & 11

October 4, 6:00-7:30PM, October 11, 6:00-8:30PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop, participants will learn to use a Cricut vinyl cutter to create a design then transfer it onto glassware and etch the glass cups. Participants will walk away with two custom etched glasses. 

Cost: Student $25    Staff/Alumni $40    Community $45

Sign-up Deadline: Monday, October 2 at 5pm / Capacity: 4 participants
Register

Woodcut Printmaking

with JULIA SCHECKEL

Wednesdays, October 4-25, 6:00 – 8:00PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

A walk-through on the art of making prints from a woodcut. Beginning with carving the wood and ending with printing the inked block, this is an excellent process for those wanting to be introduced to printmaking. 

Cost: Student $50    Staff/Alumni $70    Community $90

Sign-up Deadline: Monday, October 2 at 5pm / Capacity: 6 participants

Register

Papermaking

with MYRA ADAMS

Mondays, October 9 & 16

October 9, 6-9PM & October 16, 6-7PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

Learn how to make paper! We will process, pulp, and pull sheets of paper made from recycled scraps – what a great way to reuse paper! This is something you can learn in the Craft Centre and then do at home for future paper crafts.

Cost: Students $30     Staff/Alumni $35     Community $40

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, October 5 at 5pm / Capacity: 6 participants

Register

Intro to Photography: Capturing on Black and White Film

with AUSTIN CHRISTENSEN

Thursdays, October 12 & 19, 5:30-7:30pm

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

Participants in this workshop will learn the basics of darkroom photography and how to shoot, and print 35mm film. Using a 35mm film camera, this workshop will give a look at the process of analog photography from start to finish. (The Craft Centre can loan out a limited amount of 35mm cameras, contact us at craftctr@uwm.edu for more information)

Cost: Students $30     Staff/Alumni $45     Community $60

Sign-up Deadline: Tuesday, October 10 at 5pm / Capacity: 5 participants
Register

Archival Framing

with JULIA SCHECKEL

Saturday, October 21, 1:00 – 4:00PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street Level

This introductory workshop will cover the use of archival materials as well as types of mounting and cutting window mats so that you can frame artwork yourself. Bring a small piece of artwork that’s about 8×10” and we will frame it during our time together. All materials including the frame are included in the workshop fee.

Cost: Students $15     Staff/Alumni $30     Community $40

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, October 19 at 5pm / Capacity: 8 participants 
Register

Intro to Wheel Throwing Session 2

with CHANCE GORDON

Wednesdays, October 25-November 15, 6:00 – 8:00PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

Take a spin on the potter’s wheel! In this intro wheel throwing class, participants will learn the basics of making pottery with the potter’s wheel. Three main forms will be covered on the wheel: the cup, bowl, and plate. Glazing will also be explored, and participants can expect to walk away with several fully finished pottery pieces. Workshop fee includes one 25 lb. bag of clay with additional clay available for purchase; all glazes are included. 

Cost: Students $70    Staff/Alumni $85     Community $100

Sign-up Deadline: Monday, October 23 at 5pm / Capacity: 7 participants

Register

Hand Building Ceramics Session 2

with ANG VAN DEN EEDEN

Mondays, October 30-November 20, 6:00 – 8:30PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

Discover the art of hand building with clay! In this workshop, participants will learn various techniques around coil and slab construction. Explore sculptural forms and functional vessels while receiving expert guidance. Join us and craft unique ceramic masterpieces that reflect your personal style! 

Cost: Students $70    Staff/Alumni $85     Community $100

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, October 26 at 5pm / Capacity: 6 participants

Register

Intro to Crochet (Hats)

with ARI St. GERMAINE

Mondays, October 30 & November 6, 6:00 – 8:30PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of crocheting including common stitches, how to read a pattern, and how to tie ends in to finish a project. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a completed hat and have the knowledge to continue creating their own items. 

Cost: Students $30    Staff/Alumni $45     Community $60

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, October 26 at 5pm / Capacity: 6 participants

Register

Penny Badges

with CLARE VANG 

Wednesdays, November 1-15, 6:00 – 8:00PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop, participants will create designs, transfer them onto metal, and learn the basics of metalworking to create a badge or a brooch that attaches to their clothing with a penny. Participants will learn beginner friendly metalsmithing techniques including design transferring, piercing metal, and cutting metal with a jeweler saw. 

Cost: Students $40    Staff/Alumni $50     Community $60

Sign-up Deadline: Monday, October 30 at 5pm / Capacity: 4 participants
Register

Stamped Stickers

with CALEA SOWELL

Thursdays, November 2 & 9, 6:00 – 8:00PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of carved linoleum printmaking and create two unique stamps which will be used on sticker sheets to create custom stickers. 

Cost: Students $25   Staff/Alumni $30     Community $35

Sign-up Deadline: Tuesday, October 31 at 5pm / Capacity: 7 participants
Register

FULL – Intro to Stained Glass

with MADDIE CAWKINS

Tuesdays, November 7 & 14, 6:00 – 8:00PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop, you will learn how to score, cut, foil, solder, and assemble your own stained-glass motif. Class participants will choose their own colors for a sunrise pattern which they will be able to then assemble to make a hanging piece.

Cost: Students $45     Staff/Alumni $60     Community $70

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, November 2 at 5pm / Capacity: 4 participants
Register

Cyanotype

with AUSTIN CHRISTENSEN

Thursdays, November 9 &17, 6:00 – 7:30PM 

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop, participants will learn an alternative photography process dating back to the 1840s, creating images with a light sensitive solution that turns into a vibrant blue color when exposed to light. Participants will use photographic transparencies and objects as stencils pressed directly onto the coated paper surface, then expose it to light to create their imagery. 

Cost: Students $20     Staff/Alumni $30     Community $35

Sign-up Deadline: Tuesday, November 7 at 5pm / Capacity: 4 participants
Register

Archival Framing

with JULIA SCHECKEL

Saturday, November 11, 1:00 – 4:00PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street Level

This introductory workshop will cover the use of archival materials as well as types of mounting and cutting window mats so that you can frame artwork yourself. Bring a small piece of artwork that’s about 8×10” and we will frame it during our time together. All materials including the frame are included in the workshop fee.

Cost: Students $15     Staff/Alumni $30     Community $40

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, November 9 at 5pm / Capacity: 8 participants 
Register

Make a Pair of Enameled Earrings

with CHANCE GORDON

Mondays, November 20-December 4, 6 – 8:30PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

This workshop will explore some techniques of beginning metalsmithing that will allow you to make future metals projects. Students will learn the basics of enameling on copper sheet and learn multiple ways to apply enamel to the surface. Participants will have a finished pair of earrings at the end of the workshop as well as the skills to continue creating custom jewelry.

Cost: Students $45   Staff/Alumni $50   Community $60

Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, November 16 at 5pm / Capacity: 4 participants
Register

Exploration in Collage

with AUSTIN CHRISTENSEN

Tuesday, November 28, 6 – 8PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop, participants will explore the work of a few contemporary artists that work in the medium of collage and create their own collages with inspiration from the provided imagery.

Cost: Students $15   Staff/Alumni $20   Community $25

Sign-up Deadline: Tuesday, November 21 at 5pm / Capacity: 6 participants
Register

Intro to Crochet (Scarves)

with ARI St. GERMAINE

Wednesdays, November 29 & December 6, 6:00 – 8:30PM

Location: Craft Centre, Street level

In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of crocheting including common stitches, how to read a pattern, and how to tie ends in to finish a project. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a completed hat and have the knowledge to continue creating their own items. 

Cost: Students $30    Staff/Alumni $45     Community $60

Sign-up Deadline: Monday, November 27 at 5pm / Capacity: 6 participants

Register