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The Bascom is working towards creating a more integrated and user-friendly experience for our visitors. Please read the following information to familiarize yourself with the process.

How does it work?

Whenever you register for a class or workshop online, you'll be prompted to create a user account during the registration process. The information you provide there can then be used to log in here.

  1. Register for a Workshop
  2. Create your username and password during the registration process
  3. Check your email (Don't see it in your inbox? Check your junk/spam folder and mark it as not junk/spam)
  4. Click on the activation link in the email and... Voila! You're good to go!

 

08
Jun
2024

Pinch Pot Creatures

June 8, 2024 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$50.00

Bobble

In this class students will use the pinch pot method to make a creature out of clay. We will give our real or imaginary creature distinctive features and explore a variety of techniques for creating texture. We will paint our work with glaze during class and pottery will be available to pick up two to three weeks after class.

Ages 5 and up

22
Jun
2024

Slab Built Ceramics

June 22, 2024 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$50

Slab Built Ceramics

In this class students will work with the slab roller to create a plate, bowl, vase or other functional piece of pottery. We will use texture mats, rollers and stamps to personalize our pottery. Students will choose a glaze to finish their work and pottery will be available for pickup two to three weeks after class.

Ages 5 and up

26
Jun
2024

Fiber Fandom!

June 26, 2024 10:00 am - June 28, 2024 1:00 pm
Instructor(s): Autumn White
$225

Fiber Arts

Get ready to explore the amazing world of fiber arts! Spinning yarn, crocheting, embroidering, weaving and sewing by hand or with a sewing machine are all fiber arts. Participants will have the opportunity to create using many of these techniques to create awesome works of art in fiber.

Ages 7 – 12

09
Jul
2024

Kids Handbuilding Workshop

July 9, 2024 2:00 pm - July 11, 2024 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$120

Kids Handbuilding

Come try out different methods of handbuilding pottery. In this three-day workshop we will explore pinch pots and using slabs to create functional and decorative ceramics. Student work will be finished in a variety of ways, including underglaze and glaze, and will be fired after the class and available for pickup in two to three weeks.

Ages 5 and up 

10
Jul
2024

Kid Kollective

July 10, 2024 10:00 am - July 12, 2024 1:00 pm
Instructor(s): Autumn White
$225

Kid Kollective

We are going to put the A (Art) in S.T.E.A.M. this summer during the summer STEAM workshop. Explore how art, science, engineering and more overlap to keep us creative, collaborative, and excellent problem solvers.

Ages 7 – 12

17
Jul
2024

Press On! Exploring Printmaking

July 17, 2024 10:00 am - July 19, 2024 1:00 pm
Instructor(s): Autumn White
$225

Printmaking

Let your creativity run wild while learning to craft handmade printing paper, carve printing blocks and use a printing press in this fun workshop that is all about printmaking.

Ages 7 – 12

20
Jul
2024

Fairy Doors

July 20, 2024 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Instructor(s):
$50

Fairy Doors

Spend a morning making a magical fairy door. Students will use the slab roller to prepare their clay and then use templates to cut out and attach elements for a fairy door. We will paint our pieces with colorful glazes during class and work will be available for pickup two to three weeks after class. Finished work will be suitable for display inside or outside.

Ages 5 and up 

24
Jul
2024

Sculptural Shenanigans!

July 24, 2024 10:00 am - July 26, 2024 1:00 pm
Instructor(s): Autumn White
$225

Sculpture Shenanigans

Explore all things three dimensional while working with a variety of fun materials including papier mache, metal, and wood.

Ages 7 – 12

31
Jul
2024

Mixed-Media Mayhem!

July 31, 2024 10:00 am - August 2, 2024 1:00 pm
Instructor(s): Autumn White
$225

Mixed Media Mayhem 1

Using all of your favorite messy materials, participants will create amazing artworks in mixed media using paint, charcoal, oil pastels and more. Aprons are provided!

Ages 7 – 12

06
Aug
2024

Kids Wheel Workshop

August 6, 2024 2:00 pm - August 8, 2024 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Ester Lipscomb
$120

Kids Wheel Workshop

Get your hands in clay and try out making pottery on the wheel. Students will practice the basics of learning to center and throwing small bowls, cups and plates. Work will be fired and glazed after the class and be available for pickup in two to three weeks.

Ages 8 and up 

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Opening Hours

Exhibitions & Shop:
Tuesday - Saturday; 10 am - 5 pm

Studio Barn Hours:
Monday - Saturday; 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday; Noon - 5 pm

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Visit: 323 Franklin Road
Highlands, NC 28741 (Map It)

Call: 828-526-4949 (Main)
828-787-2892 (Ceramics Studio)

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This project was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Learn more at NCArts.org

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 Funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more at SouthArts.org.

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 Funding is due in part to a Tourism Grant with Visit Highlands, NC. Learn more HighlandsChamber.org