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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!

 

The Bascom's Education Department is committed to providing life-enriching experiences through comprehensive arts education for children and adults. We offer a variety of educational programs which include workshops, ongoing classes, Art by Appointment, Open Studio Packages, field trips, demonstrations, community classes, and clubs - designed to meet the needs of artists of all skill levels.

Registration

To register for any of our classes or workshops, simply click the REGISTER button for that class or workshop.

Prefer to register over the phone?
Call 828.526.4949.

Refund Policy (Please Read!)

50% of your tuition payment is a non-refundable deposit. In the event that a student requests cancellation prior to 45 days of class/workshop commencement, he/she will be offered a course transfer or refund of 50% of the tuition payment. If a student cancels within 45 days prior to the first day of class, no refund will be made. The Bascom reserves the right to cancel any program that does not meet minimum enrollment, and full refunds will be issued.

The Bascom's Education Department is committed to providing life-enriching experiences through comprehensive arts education for children and adults. Our lectures and seminars are designed to provide informative and educational opportunities for artists of all skill levels in a variety of mediums.

Registration

To register for any of our classes or workshops, simply click the REGISTER button for that class or workshop.

Prefer to resister over the phone?
Call 828.526.4949.

REFUND POLICY (Please Read)

50% of your tuition payment is a non-refundable deposit. In the event that a student requests cancellation prior to 45 days of class/workshop commencement, he/she will be offered a course transfer or refund of 50% of the tuition payment. If a student cancels within 45 days prior to the first day of class, no refund will be made. The Bascom reserves the right to cancel any program that does not meet minimum enrollment, and full refunds will be issued.


 

One of the great benefits to becoming a member of The Bascom is having the opportunity to participate with like-minded individuals in one of the clubs or artist groups that convene on our campus.

28
Sep
2024

Bascom Clay Symposium

September 28, 2024 10:00 am -4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Christine Kosiba, Andrea Keys Connell, and Taylor Robenalt
Free

Bascom Clay Symposium

The Bascom’s celebrated Three Potters Symposium is marking its 14th year with a new identity: the Bascom Clay Symposium. In its 2024 edition, the symposium will feature animal and figurative ceramic sculpture, showcasing the talents of this year’s selected artists: Christine Kosiba, Andrea Keys Connell, and Taylor Robenalt. Join us for a day of demonstrations as each artist shares their unique stories, sources of inspiration, and techniques refined over the years. The Symposium kicks off on September 27th with a keynote address by Stephanie Moore, Executive Director of The Center for Craft (Asheville).

02
Oct
2024

From Realism to Abstraction

October 2, 2024 10:00 am - October 3, 2024 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Karen Weihs
$500 for Members; $575 for Non-Members

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Join me in my 16th year teaching palette knife and particular brush techniques using Cobra water mixable oils. (Or your own choice) My class is always called From Realism to Abstraction with focus on how the landscape is always the main focus and can be abstracted.
I will show you how to direct the viewer’s eye with value color studies and strong composition. You will learn various techniques on how to hold the knife and make a great variety of marks. Information on paint manipulation and brushwork will also be included. Each morning there will be demos and in the afternoon I will spend time with each student helping them through the process. 

11
Oct
2024

13th Annual Fall Pottery Show

October 11, 2024 10:00 am - October 12, 2024 4:00 pm
Instructor(s):
Free

Fall Pottery Show

The Fall installment of our 13th annual pottery show will be held on Friday, October 11th and Saturday, October 12th from 10am - 4pm. Enjoy beautiful handmade pottery while supporting local artists in our community!

15
Oct
2024

October Wheel Throwing

October 15, 2024 10:00 am - October 31, 2024 12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Frank Vickery
$250 for Members; $325 for Non-Members

October Wheel Throwing

October Wheel Throwing - Using the potter’s wheel to make functional objects can be a very rewarding experience.  This class will cover the basics of working on the potter’s wheel.  If you have never tried this before, please expect some difficulty in the initial stages.  The focus will be to learn centering and then to pull shapes such as bowls (ex. berry bowls, soup bowls, colander, cereal bowls, etc) and cylinders (ex. Mugs, tumblers, sippers – based on the learning curve).  The second week of class will be trimming and practicing more shapes.  Glazing will take place the final week.  Some experience may be necessary. 

Class Meets:

October 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th, 29th, and 31st

16
Oct
2024

Still life Painting in Oils with Marc Chatov

October 16, 2024 9:00 am - October 18, 2024 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Marc Chatov
$600 for Members; $675 for Non-Members

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Still life Painting in Oils with Marc Chatov - Through painting the still-life, one can acquire the knowledge of ‘painting basics’. They apply to all painting and drawing in dealing with composition, value, and application of paint. This workshop will be centered on utilizing objects of personal interest to develop compositions and design to a finished painting.

24
Oct
2024

Artist talk with Christine Kosiba

October 24, 2024 4:00 pm -5:00 pm
Instructor(s):
FREE

Christine Kosiba Workshop

Please join us for an artist talk with ceramics artist Christine Kosiba. 

25
Oct
2024

Sculpting Animals

October 25, 2024 9:00 am - October 27, 2024 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Christine Kosiba
$450 Member Price/ $525 Non-Member Price

Sculpting Animals Workshop

Demonstration and technical instruction related to various clay hand-building techniques will be provided as you create your own animal sculptures.  We will discuss gesture and features that breathe life into the work, experiment with using found objects and discuss surface treatments and finishing techniques.  Emphasis will be on creating narrative and personal expression in your individual pieces.

05
Nov
2024

Short Term Resident Artist Series: Clay to Canvas

November 5, 2024 10:00 am - November 14, 2024 12:00 pm
Instructor(s): Casey Engle
$250 member/$325 non-member/studio member year $150

From Clay to Canvas is a 4-day workshop focusing on sgraffito techniques on a rich red clay canvas. Sgraffito, a method involving carving or scratching through layers to reveal the clay beneath, will be the primary focus. This class is suitable for seasoned beginners, intermediates, and advanced students experienced in working with clay. Participants will independently create forms through wheel throwing or hand building, emphasizing sgraffito by layering vibrant underglazes and slips and drawing on the clay surface. While the primary focus is sgraffito, the workshop will also cover advanced hand-trimming techniques, scoring, smoothing, and intuitive form refinement.

Class meets:  

Nov 5th, 7th, 12th, and 14th

16
Nov
2024

Create a Wreath with Coordinating Tabletop Arrangement

November 16, 2024 10:00 am -1:00 pm
Instructor(s): Christy Curcuru
$350 for Members; $425 for Non-Members

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Come to our winter wonderland workshop to create a wreath (or two!) with a long-lasting arrangement that will last through the holidays. We will use foraged textural elements, mountain greens, velvet ribbon and dried florals. All supplies included. 

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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 http://www.ncarts.org.

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Funded in part by a grant from South Arts
in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts.