In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

Add a pop of color and handcrafted beauty to your spring garden with a fused glass garden stake. In this workshop, you’ll design a long, skinny glass panel using colorful sheet glass, frit, and design elements. After arranging and layering your glass, it will be kiln-fired to fuse everything into a smooth, durable piece ready for outdoor display.

These elegant vertical stakes are perfect for garden beds, walkways, or potted plants, catching the light and adding personality to any space. Whether you’re new to fused glass or a returning student, you’ll leave with a unique, one-of-a-kind garden accent that brings your creativity outdoors.

Introduction to urban sketching with Ally. Students will learn the fundamentals of creating of image of a building or other urban element to paper. Students will then add shading through ink, and a bit of watercolor. Bring your own image for inspiration.

Add light, movement, and handcrafted beauty to your spring garden with a three-dimensional stained glass wind spinner. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll choose from beautifully pre-cut geometric glass pieces, then learn how to foil and solder them together using special 3D forms that hold everything in the perfect shape as you build.

As your spinner comes together, you’ll see how flat pieces of glass transform into a sculptural, kinetic work of art that catches and reflects the light from every angle. Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike, this guided class will leave you with a unique, garden-ready piece that sparkles in the breeze.

with Melinda Burkhead 

I'm excited to share my passion and process in this immersive six session series where we'll sculpt a ceramic bust from the ground up. 

What We'll Explore: A variety of sculptural techniques. Learn to bring your concepts to life in this versatile medium. Learn to create an armature as a base support for your sculpture.

Surface Magic: We'll delve into refining the surface of your sculpture, smoothing transitions, and adding subtle details that make all the difference. 

Who is this for? Beginning to Advanced Students: Some prior experience with hand-building is recommended, but not necessary. 

What's Included: All the clay you'll need for your basic sculpting tools (feel free to bring your favorites) Firing of your finished sculpture Individualized guidance and feedback throughout the process A creative and inspiring studio environment

Fused Glass: Techniques & Kiln Processes (6-Week Session)

Dive deep into the art of fused glass in this immersive 6-week class designed for curious beginners and returning students alike. Meeting once a week for two hours, students will explore a variety of fused glass techniques while gaining a solid understanding of the kiln firing process from start to finish.

Over the course of the session, you’ll design and create three unique fused glass projects, learning skills such as glass cutting, layering, tack fusing, full fusing, and finishing techniques. Along the way, you’ll be introduced to kiln schedules, firing styles, and how heat transforms glass—giving you the knowledge to confidently plan future projects.

This class offers a relaxed, supportive environment with plenty of hands-on instruction, demonstrations, and guided studio time. Whether you’re brand new to glass or ready to expand your skills, you’ll leave with beautiful finished pieces and a deeper understanding of the fused glass process.

All tools, equipment, and kiln firings included. Materials fees may apply.

In this class you will learn the basic fundamentals of welding, the tools involved, and how to properly use them. We will be learning MIG welding, a popular and widely used technique when working with steel. This is a hands-on class where you will learn skills to complete your own personal project from start to finish, including design, cutting, tack welds, and running a bead, as well as grinding and finishing. This class is perfect for artists or hobbyists that want to see how the creative welding process works while gaining confidence to explore the beautiful art of welding. I look forward to sharing my skills and love of welding with you all! See you in the welding studio!

An introductory watercolor class for beginning and intermediate students, taught by a talented Artist and Educator. In this class you will learn about materials, color theory, and basic techniques. This class is great for those who are brand new to watercolor, as well as those with prior experience and are looking to grow their skill set.

In this introductory class, students will learn wheel-throwing fundamentals. Newcomers to the wheel will learn to center clay and throw basic cylindrical forms and bowls. Students with some experience are also welcome to come improve their skills and learn to make larger and more complex forms. Students will learn how to glaze/decorate their finished work. New students welcome—no previous wheel-throwing experience necessary.

In this intermediate class, students will continue wheel-throwing fundamentals. Please note that prior class or experience is required. Students will improve their skills and learn to make larger and more complex forms. Students will continue to learn glazing and decorating techniques to finish their work.

In this class you will learn the basic fundamentals of welding, the tools involved, and how to properly use them. We will be learning MIG welding, a popular and widely used technique when working with steel. This is a hands-on class where you will learn skills to complete your own personal project from start to finish, including design, cutting, tack welds, and running a bead, as well as grinding and finishing. This class is perfect for artists or hobbyists that want to see how the creative welding process works while gaining confidence to explore the beautiful art of welding. I look forward to sharing my skills and love of welding with you all! See you in the welding studio!

In this introductory class, students will learn wheel-throwing fundamentals. Newcomers to the wheel will learn to center clay and throw basic cylindrical forms and bowls. Students with some experience are also welcome to come improve their skills and learn to make larger and more complex forms. Students will learn how to glaze/decorate their finished work. New students welcome—no previous wheel-throwing experience necessary.

Introductory class where students learn wheel-throwing fundamentals. Newcomers to the wheel will learn to center clay and throw basic cylindrical forms and bowls. Students with some experience are also welcome to improve their skills and be guided to try larger or more complex forms and/or hand-altered pieces. All students will learn how to glaze/decorate their finished work. New to beginner students welcome—no previous wheel-throwing experience necessary. (Material fee includes Clay, Firings and Glaze)

An introductory watercolor class for beginning and intermediate students, taught by a talented Artist and Educator. In this class you will learn about materials, color theory, and basic techniques. This class is great for those who are brand new to watercolor, as well as those with prior experience and are looking to grow their skill set.

Want to continue to perfect your stained glass skills?  In this 6 session class, you will have the freedom to create your own pattern and perfect your cutting and soldering technique to create your own unique stained glass window of any size.

We will discuss everyone’s project plans in detail during the first class. Come to class prepared with an idea of what you would like to create. You can prepare your pattern out on paper or digitally. If you like to design a pattern digitally, bring a laptop to the first class. 

You will have access to Burkhead Art Center’s stained glass tools and equipment but will need to purchase stained glass and other consumables, some of which are available to purchase onsite.

Class and materials fees cover the use of shared tools such as glass grinders, soldering irons and basic materials. You will need to purchase glass, solder, copper foil, and caming appropriate for your chosen project.

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

Interested in how traditional stained glass windows were made? Learn to create your own unique stained glass window with Kristin J. Harsma, a local stained glass artist, using the copper foil method. You will learn the complete process of making a small stained glass window starting with choosing a pattern, cutting the glass, foiling and finally soldering to complete the work. Other interesting and important highlights will include tips and safety precautions. You will pick 1 of 5 provided patterns, all designed by Kristin, or bring your own (no bigger than 10x10 inches for beginners) Class price covers all supplies and shared tools such as glass grinders and soldering irons. You are welcome to choose from our scrap glass or purchase your own. Class is 6 sessions.

In this introductory class, students will learn wheel-throwing fundamentals. Newcomers to the wheel will learn to center clay and throw basic cylindrical forms and bowls. Students with some experience are also welcome to come improve their skills and learn to make larger and more complex forms. Students will learn how to glaze/decorate their finished work. New students welcome—no previous wheel-throwing experience necessary.

Meet, Mingle and Make Fire! We have 2 small Raku kilns that we will keep running as long as we have items to fire. We will start in the morning (rain or shine!), unless a burn ban is in effect. Raku firing events generally take about 4 hours, so bring a snack! : )

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

Come join us for a special Valentines Date Night Workshop where you and your partner can create beautiful fused glass art together. No experience necessary! Let your creativity flow as you design unique pieces to cherish forever. This event is perfect for couples looking to spend quality time together in a fun and artistic environment. Don't miss out on this memorable evening filled with love and creativity!

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).

In this introductory workshop, students will get 90 mins of pottery fun. Not sure about 6 week class? Try it out first! All clay, tools and instruction included. At end of 90 mins, you will have your raw pottery project to take with you or you can have it bisque fired for $10 or Bisque and Glazed fired for $30 (to pick up at later date).