The Mary M. Torggler Fine Arts Center is proud to partner with the Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP). ASAP is a creative community that helps veterans thrive through the arts by offering free art and comedy classes to veterans, service members, military spouses, family members, and caregivers.
Upcoming Classes
Give It A Spin! Two-day Wheel-Throwing Workshop
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Have you always wanted to try making pottery on the wheel? Tackling a new hobby can be intimidating. If you're not sure whether you want to commit to the craft, here is your chance to give it a try. In this three-hour workshop, participants will grasp the fundamentals of handling clay, setting up the wheel, and executing the steps to throw a form. On the second day, students will learn how to trim their pieces and add handles or embellishments if desired. All works will be glazed and then fired for a beautiful finish. Class size is limited to 11 so don’t delay, sign up now! Clay and necessary supplies will be provided. Please note that works will require additional time for proper drying and firing, up to a week after class ends. You will be notified when to collect your work.
Experimental Painting: The Creative Process
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Art can be exploratory and fun, offering a unique approach to creativity. In this acrylic painting course, participants are encouraged to embrace play as a fundamental tool for experimentation and innovation. Whether you're a beginner gaining confidence through experimental exercises or an advanced artist seeking new challenges, this course focuses on problem-solving, spontaneity, and the use of unique materials to guide artistic processes. The course also explores representational and abstract painting in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Through one-on-one instruction and informal discussions, participants are nurtured in a conducive learning environment where creativity thrives. All skill levels are welcome.
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