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Classes & Workshops

Greetings, artists, and best wishes for a creative and inspiring New Year!

We are excited to welcome you to The Bascom studios in 2025. As we kick off the year, we’d like to share an update to our pricing structure for classes and workshops.

Beginning this year, you’ll notice that the “Member Discount” option has been retired. Instead, tuition rates have been adjusted to align with the discounted rates previously offered to members, creating a more streamlined and straightforward registration process.

We look forward to seeing you in the studios for another exciting year of Seeing, Thinking, and Doing.

03
May
2025

Saturday Sojourn with Paint - The power of pattern and abstraction

May 3, 2025 10:00 am -1:00 pm
Instructor(s):
Off Campus & The Bascom: Adult Studio B (Trail Level)
$150.00
Saturday Sojourn with Paint - The power of pattern and abstraction

Join Cath Connolly Hudson’s Saturday Sojourn workshop to explore the Post impressionistic styles of pattern and interior scenes. We’ll explore the interior paintings of Bonnard and Matisse and create our own modern version.

16
May
2025

Cold Finishes for Ceramic Sculpture

May 16, 2025 9:00 am - May 18, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Kelly Odden
$600.00
Cold Finishes for Ceramic Sculpture

One of the many questions we have with clay in a workshop environment is, how do I finish this piece? With functional pottery, there is a wide variety of glazes that are beautiful, as well as functional. In the world of sculpture, we have the option to use finishes from other art mediums and apply them onto our pieces. In this workshop, we will play and explore with a wide variety of finishes – from pastels to powdered graphite to acrylic paints and so many things in between!

Class Schedule: 9 AM–Noon & 1 PM–4 PM

17
May
2025

Exploring Printmaking through Nature

May 17, 2025 10:00 am -4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Mia Loia
$200.00
Exploring Printmaking through Nature

Explore the magic of printmaking in this one-day workshop with artist Mia Loia. Suitable for all skill levels, the class includes creating monoprints with natural specimens and carving relief blocks inspired by wildlife. Learn to use ink and a press to craft repeatable works on paper.

28
May
2025

Beginner’s Mind

May 28, 2025 10:00 am - May 30, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Cath Connolly
$500.00
Beginner’s Mind

During this three day workshop, your instructor, Cath Connolly Hudson will guide you through the fundamentals of painting as well as introduce you to concepts of Impressionistic style. You will explore how to use color for emotional expression and how to describe light and space. Whether you are coming back to painting or just beginning this workshop is for you.

30
May
2025

Agateware Throwing Carving Workshop

May 30, 2025 9:00 am - May 31, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Eck McCanless
$450.00
Agateware Throwing Carving Workshop

During this 2-day, hands-on, intensive workshop with Eck McCanless, participants will learn how to make Agateware on the wheel and carve it to reveal patterns similar to wood grain or peacock feathers. I will go over all the tips and tricks I have learned from being a professional potter for the past 30 years with a sole focus on Agateware for the past 13.

Class Schedule: 9 AM–Noon & 1 PM–4 PM


 

04
Jun
2025

Beginning Drawing with Oil Pastels

June 4, 2025 10:00 am - June 6, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Steve Reagan
$425.00
Beginning Drawing with Oil Pastels

Discover the beauty of oil pastels in this fun, three-day workshop! Learn a painterly, impressionistic approach to drawing with vibrant colors, exploring layout, values, texture, and color theory. Activities include still-life drawing, on-location landscapes, and recreating a favorite landscape photo. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike!

11
Jun
2025

Mastering Plein Air Painting in Oils

June 11, 2025 10:00 am - June 13, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Armand Cabrera
$500.00
Mastering Plein Air Painting in Oils

Join this dynamic workshop to refine your painting skills, focusing on clean color mixing, accurate values, and engaging compositions. Open to all levels, the workshop includes morning demos, lectures, and afternoon plein air sessions (weather permitting). Participants will complete at least one painting daily in a supportive, non-competitive environment.

18
Jun
2025

Look-Think-Paint: The key to Creative Breakthroughs and Beautiful Paintings

June 18, 2025 10:00 am - June 20, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): John Guernsey
Off Campus & The Bascom: Adult Studio B (Trail Level)
500
Look-Think-Paint: The key to Creative Breakthroughs and Beautiful Paintings

Join award-winning painter and teacher John Guernsey for a workshop focused on refining observation skills, prioritizing key elements in a scene, and creating expressive, skillful paintings. Through demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on painting, participants will gain valuable insights and one-on-one guidance. Open to all skill levels and suitable for both oil and acrylic painters, this workshop promises a fun and inspiring learning experience.

26
Jun
2025

Still life workshop - from small studies to finished painting

June 26, 2025 10:00 am - June 27, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Gina Brown
$600.00
Still life workshop - from small studies to finished painting

Discover a fresh, loose, and expressive painting style in this workshop for all levels. Through demonstrations, exercises, and one-on-one guidance, you'll learn to paint with bold, confident strokes while embracing creativity. Oil or acrylic paints are welcome, though oil experience is recommended. A supply list will be provided.

09
Jul
2025

Still life Painting in Oils

July 9, 2025 10:00 am - July 11, 2025 4:00 pm
Instructor(s): Marc Chatov
$500.00
Still life Painting in Oils

Master painting fundamentals like composition, value, and paint application through still-life projects using personal objects. Includes morning demonstrations and personalized instruction in a casual, supportive environment. Bring 2–3 simple objects.

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