Magic of the Pottery Wheel
Students will work with clay on the pottery wheel and use a variety of hand building techniques that will produce amazing results. All pottery will be glazed and functional.

Stained Glass
Learn glass cutting techniques while exploring the characteristics of glass. From beginner to advanced.

Woodcarving
For beginners to expert. Learn woodcarving techniques at your own pace from experienced carvers.

Beginning to Intermediate Oil Painting
Explore what you need to start painting with oils. Learn what materials to use and how to use them to produce your painting. Paint along with Greg and on your own with guidance. Materials not included; supply list will be emailed to you.

Intermediate to Advanced Oil Painting
Expand on techniques from the Beginners Oil Painting class including Alla Prima painting (all at once) and traditional painting (wet on dry). We’ll explore tone, value, and color theory while going deeper into composition. Learn how to choose materials such as brushes, knives, colors, and the properties and selection of available oil paints. How to prepare different painting surfaces, including stretching a canvas, will also be covered. A material list will be e-mailed to you.

Morning Beginning Watercolor
Explore and enjoy the painting process while learning the fundamentals of watercolor. Learn basic techniques and color mixing to create unique paintings. Each week we will use basic techniques to create exciting paintings. Subjects
include florals, landscapes, and animals. (Limit 15)

Evening Beginning Watercolor
Explore and enjoy the painting process while learning the fundamentals of watercolor. Learn basic techniques and color mixing to create unique paintings. Each week we will use basic techniques to create exciting paintings. Subjects
include florals, landscapes, and animals. (Limit 15)

How to Create a Dynamic Painting
Whether you’re new to painting, or a seasoned artist feeling stuck, this 6-week class will guide you back to the foundations that make great artwork possible. This course concentrates on building a portrait painting but the fundamentals apply to painting any subject matter. Each week, we’ll focus on one of the six essential building blocks of a strong, dynamic painting. If your work isn’t coming together, it’s probably because something fundamental was missed. We’ll uncover exactly what that is in this class. Open to every level painter, beginner to advanced. (Limit 14)
Week-by-Week Overview:

• Week 1: Start simple—draw basic shapes. Learn how understanding value and form makes all the difference.
• Week 2: Nail your proportions with easy-to-remember tips that make drawing people more intuitive and accurate.
• Week 3: Dive into perspective—why it matters and how it transforms your work. Then we’ll explore composition and design for strong visual impact.
• Week 4: Let’s unlock the power of color! You’ll learn to mix with the Zorn palette, avoid muddy colors, and create dynamic, intentional combinations.
• Week 5: Discover the strength of value by painting a black-and-white portrait using only three values. You’ll see just how powerful limited contrast can be.
• Week 6: Learn to paint skin tones and glaze color over your value study—bringing your portrait to life with vibrance and depth.

Beginner Pottery 
Learn the fine art of pottery no matter what your skill level is. Work with wet clay and glazes. Learn wheel throwing and hand-building techniques. Participate in a Raku Firing October 29.

Beginner Pottery with Rick Morgan 
Work with wet clay to bisque ware and glaze finishes. Participate in a Raku Firing October 29.

Intermediate Pottery 
Take your love of pottery to the next level. Work with wet clay and glazes. Learn the basics and advanced wheel-throwing and hand building techniques. Participate in a Raku Firing on October 29. (Limit 12)

Intermediate & Advanced Pottery with Rick Morgan 
Work with wet clay to bisque ware and glaze finishes. Participate in a Raku Firing October 29.

Open Pottery Studio
This is open to students who have taken pottery classes at the Stifel Fine Arts Center before. There will be no instructor during open studio, but students will receive shelf space and may make a maximum of 16 pots. Additional pots $5 each. Participate in a Raku firing Oct. 29. (Limit 15)

Hand Building Pottery with Rick Morgan
Discover the art of creating beautiful, functional pottery—no wheel required! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn traditional hand building techniques including slab, coil, and pinch methods to craft unique ceramic pieces. Projects may include cups, mugs, plates, bowls, and other creative forms. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your skills, this class offers a supportive space to explore and create. Participate in a Raku Firing on Oct. 29. (Limit 16)

Cricut 101 Using Design Space Workshop
Welcome to the world of Cricut. In this workshop we will cover how to use the Cricut Design Space. You will learn how to create a design and cut it on the Cricut. Whether you are making cards, t-shirts, or stickers, the Design Space is where it all begins. Must bring a computer to install the free Cricut Design Space software. A Cricut machine will be provided.  (Limit 12)

Cricut 101 Creating A T-Shirt Workshop
Welcome to the world of Cricut. In this workshop we will cover how to use the Cricut Design Space. You will learn how to create a design for a t-shirt and cut it on the Cricut. You will also learn how to press the design on your shirt. Must bring a computer to install the free Cricut Design Space software. A Cricut machine will be provided. Please select/provide T-shirt size during registration. (Limit 12)

Cricut 101 Creating A Card Workshop
Welcome to the world of Cricut. In this workshop we will cover how to use the Cricut Design Space to create a card. Must bring a computer to install the free Cricut Design Space software. A Cricut machine will be provided. (Limit 12)

Bead Stringing Pearl Bracelet Workshop
In this hour-long workshop, you will create a bracelet of your own from a beautiful variety of freshwater pearls. The basic techniques you will learn are how to string beads & how to crimp the wire to attach a clasp and end up with a professionally finished piece of jewelry. (Limit 15)

Steampunk Domed Resin Necklace Workshop
What is Steampunk? In this 2-part workshop you will learn just that, as well as some cool jewelry making skills!! On day one we will make a mini collage of assorted antique watch parts and preserve it forever under a clear glass-like resin. After the resin has cured overnight, on day 2 we will finish the pendant & make a custom chain to put it on. You will walk away with a one-of-a-kind piece that will impress all your family & friends! (Limit 10)

Jewelry Basics – Earrings Workshop
In this hour-long workshop, we will explore all the essential jewelry making skills to create beautiful earrings. We will use a variety of materials including crystals, glass, pearls, & metal. You will get to be as creative as you’d like, keeping your earrings simple or complex, whatever inspires you! (Limit 10)

Beginner Stained Glass Abstract Workshop
Curious about stained glass? This hands-on workshop is the perfect opportunity to explore the art of stained glass in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting. You’ll learn basic design techniques, get familiar with the essential tools, and be guided through the process of creating your own abstract stained glass piece from start to finish—no experience necessary! Feel free to bring snacks or a sack lunch to enjoy during the session.
(Limit 12)

Stained Glass Pumpkin Suncatcher Workshop
Celebrate the season with a charming stained glass pumpkin suncatcher—just in time for Halloween and Thanksgiving! In this festive workshop, you’ll learn how to incorporate decorative wirework and soldering techniques into your design, creating a beautiful, handmade piece to brighten any window. No experience needed—all materials and instruction provided. Feel free to bring snacks or a sack lunch to enjoy during the session. (Limit 12)

Stained Glass Christmas Panel Workshop
Get into the holiday spirit with this two-day stained glass workshop, designed for those with some experience. You will be working a larger piece. There will be preselected patterns to choose from to create your Christmas panel. The rest is up to you. You are welcome to bring snacks/sack lunch if you so desire. (Limit 12)

Stained Glass Christmas Ornament Workshop
Come and make a beautiful ornament to hang on your tree, give as a gift or hang as a suncatcher in your window. Pattern selection will be provided (there are
many patterns to choose from) You can make additional ornaments for $10 each.
You are welcome to bring snacks/sack lunch if you so desire. (Limit 12).

Waxing Depth with Encaustics Workshop
Sculpt, carve, and reveal: an excavation of layers. In this workshop, we’ll build up thick encaustic surfaces, then scrape, drag, and carve into the wax—creating valleys, ridges, and scars. Once the forms emerge, we’ll paint and fuse color back into the surface, filling in the lines and highlighting the textures like buried stories coming to light.

Optional: Bring a small tool (like a clay loop, old butter knife, or texture comb) or a visual reference with interesting lines or grooves. Any material brought must be dry and porous—no glossy or coated items. (Limit 8)

Waxing the Past with Encaustics Workshop
Bring memory to the surface using encaustic and vintage imagery. Students will learn how to embed and obscure photographs to create pieces that feel like incomplete memories.

Optional: Bring a photocopy or laser print of an old photo, letter, or document. Originals are not recommended. Materials must be dry and porous—not glossy or slick. (Limit 8)

Waxing Nature with Encaustics Workshop
Honor the sacred in nature by embedding dried plants, petals, and organic material in wax. This workshop connects us to the earth through texture, scent, and stillness.

Optional: Bring your own dried flowers, herbs, or leaves with personal meaning. Only bring fully dried and porous plant materials—no fresh or glossy items. (Limit 8)

Waxing the Abstract with Encaustics Workshop
A freeform exploration of shape, texture, and color in encaustic. Let go of narrative and dive into pure expression through hot wax.

Optional: Bring a small item or inspiration piece—such as a fabric swatch, paper scrap, or textured object. Please avoid glossy, plastic, or coated items. Porous and dry materials only. (Limit 8)