Workshop
Rivercane Flutes & Pouch with Billy Welch
Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center School House Road, Robbinsville, NC, United StatesCome learn about the history and preservation of rivercane while making a flute and leather pouch from renowned Cherokee artist, Billy (B.J.) Welch. Simple instruction in playing the flute is a part of the class. All tools and materials provided – perfect for beginners and youth. Welch is a treasured Snowbird artist well known for […]
The Art of Braided Rugs
Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center School House Road, Robbinsville, NC, United StatesLearn the craft of braided rugs from local artist, Dianne Ellis. This course is two classes one week apart. During the first class students will be provided with all the tools and enough materials to braid either a hot pad or chair cushion. During the second class students will take all of their completed braided […]
Fiber Expo 2024
Historic Johnson Farm 3346 Haywood Road , Hendersonville, United StatesThis is a great opportunity for people to come to the Heritage Weavers & Fiber Artists' Boarding House and see demonstrations of most of the heritage fiber arts that will be taught during 2024. Including Weaving, Spinning, Rug Hooking, Knitting, Needle Felting, Basket Weaving, Rug Punch, Punch Needle, Crochet and Fiber Dyeing.
Exploring the Arts! – Children
Watauga Arts Council 377 Shadowline Drive, Boone, NC, United StatesStudents will enjoy creative exploration of elements and principles of design. Students will be introduced to the foundations of art in an imaginative and fun atmosphere. Students will learn techniques involving various media while exploring art history through individual and group activities. Students will create projects inspired by different art movements while discovering personal ways to […]
Fundamentals of Jewelry Making
Watauga Arts Council 377 Shadowline Drive, Boone, NC, United StatesJoin us for Fundamentals of Jewelry Making and unleash your creativity as you transform raw materials into wearable works of art! This course is tailored for beginners and enthusiasts eager to explore the art of creating wearable masterpieces. Through a blend of hands-on practice, design theory, and expert guidance, students will learn the essential techniques […]
2024 FuseFest: Firing Up the Foothills
Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United StatesJoin Tryon Arts & Crafts School for an immersive fused glass workshop series! Students will begin the weekend with a kick-off social, followed by workshops led by Brad Walker of Warm Glass Studios (Clemmons, NC), Liz Haas of Rayzist Photomask (Vista, CA), and Tony Glander of Fitzpatrick Glass Studios (Gaithersburg, MD), with breakfast and lunch […]
Fundamentals of Jewelry Making
Watauga Arts Council 377 Shadowline Drive, Boone, NC, United StatesJoin us for Fundamentals of Jewelry Making and unleash your creativity as you transform raw materials into wearable works of art! This course is tailored for beginners and enthusiasts eager to explore the art of creating wearable masterpieces. Through a blend of hands-on practice, design theory, and expert guidance, students will learn the essential techniques […]
Fundamentals of Jewelry Making
Watauga Arts Council 377 Shadowline Drive, Boone, NC, United StatesJoin us for Fundamentals of Jewelry Making and unleash your creativity as you transform raw materials into wearable works of art! This course is tailored for beginners and enthusiasts eager to explore the art of creating wearable masterpieces. Through a blend of hands-on practice, design theory, and expert guidance, students will learn the essential techniques […]
Coffee and Crafts: Spring Things Glass Bead Workshop
Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United StatesNo prior experience is necessary for you to come socialize, snack, and try lamp work beadmaking. Complimentary refreshments provided by Tryon Coffeehouse Co-op. All materials included. Join this seasonal workshop in which the instructor will go over basic studio safety, an explanation of the process of torched glass, types of glass and color reactions, dots, […]
Glass Mosaics 2-Day Intensive with Wendy West
Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United StatesPre-requisite: Mosaics level 1 or equivalent experience. Students will continue their journey into mosaic composition and construction to complete a glass mosaic project for interior decor. Please wear closed toed shoes. Materials fee: To be determined. Saturday & Sunday, 10am – 4pm each day
Intermediate Stone Setting in Sterling 2-Day Workshop with Kim St. Jean
Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United StatesIntermediate level, process oriented. Students will be given a variety of uniquely shaped stones to choose from to learn how to set using silver soldering skills. Using your own jewelry tools is always preferred but TACS does have student tools for you to use. Tools that will be used in the workshop: solderite soldering board, […]
Mixed Metals Hot Rivets 2-Day Workshop with Julie Merrill
Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United StatesStudents will be exploring techniques with sawing and piercing, punching or drilling holes, cleaning sharp edges, and basic soldering skills. We will be learning how to make a chosen shape out of sheet metal (either brass or copper) with a jeweler’s saw. Next, we will learn how to measure and prepare the metal to either […]
