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Ceramics 57 Events
Drawing 2 Events
Painting 32 Events
Mixed Media 10 Events
Other 27 Events
Photography 2 Events
Writing 0 Events
Woodworking 6 Events
Into the Woods
Step into the world of imaginative clay sculpture with artists Christine and Taylor in this four day workshop devoted to creating woodland beings, with special attention to owls and hares. Through demonstrations and guided studio time, participants will explore approaches that foreground gesture, character, and narrative, learning how subtle shifts in posture, proportion, and expression can transform form into story.
Youth Homeschool Pottery: Dish Set
Make your own food safe plate, bowl, cup and spoon! Students will glaze their pottery on the last day of class and work will be available for pickup or shipping in January.
Class Meets: December 2, 9, and 16
Suitable for ages 6-18
Afterschool Pottery: Dish Set
Make your own food safe plate, bowl, cup and spoon! Students will glaze their pottery on the last day of class and work will be available for pickup or shipping in January.
Class Meets: December 3, 10, and 17
Suitable for ages 6-18
Paint and Sip: Winter Scene
Bring your friends along to this paint-along experience with Caryn Raming where you will paint a winter scene step-by-step!
Wine, supplies, and good times included.
All Ages Pottery: Luminary Trees
Make a luminary tree that can be used with real or electric candles. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.
Suitable for ages 6 and up.
All Ages Pottery: Ornaments
Come make a variety of personalized ornaments to keep or share with family and friends. Work will be available for pickup or shipping two to three weeks after class.
Suitable for ages 6 and up.
Intro to Watercolor I: Learning the Strokes
Artists will have the opportunity to try their hand at watercolor, learning a variety of Watercolor strokes. Guided by your experienced instructor, Caryn Raming, this workshop is perfect for those who haven’t tried watercolor in a while, or those who are brand new to the medium!
All Materials are provided – just bring your willingness to learn. Come ready to paint, explore, and grow your skills in a supportive, creative environment.
Intro to Watercolor III: Practicing Skills
Expand your watercolor confidence in this hands-on workshop designed for adults with beginner-level experience. Guided by your experienced instructor, Caryn Raming, you'll use your foundational knowledge of strokes and washes to create watercolor paintings. This session is perfect if you've painted in watercolor before and are ready to strengthen your technique through practice and guidance.
All materials will be provided—just bring your favorite brushes, paints, or tools, and a willingness to learn. Come ready to paint, explore, and grow your skills in a supportive, creative environment.
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Visit: 323 Franklin Road
Highlands, NC 28741 (Map It)
Call: 828-526-4949 (Main)
828-787-2892 (Ceramics Studio)
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
Funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more at SouthArts.org.
Funding is due in part to a Tourism Grant with Visit Highlands, NC. Learn more HighlandsChamber.org