Beginner, intermediate, and advanced potters are invited to join one of our amazing Ceramics Instructors for this immersive 5-week pottery course. This class supports all ability levels with a student-led approach to ceramics, incorporating both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques. Whether you are new to pottery or looking to refine your craft, we will meet you where you are and help you reach your pottery goals. Community clay is included.
Open to ages 11 and up.
Beginner and Intermediate potters are invited to join Sierra Hooge for this immersive 10-week pottery course. This class caters to all ability levels with mixed methods (hand-building and wheel-throwing) and is a student led approach to ceramics.
Those new to pottery will learn the basics of wheel-throwing, hand-building, decorative treatments and glazing. Experienced potters can brush up on their craft and expand on their existing skill with the guidance of an expert ceramic artist. With a small class size (8 max) students will receive whole group instruction as well as one on one guidance. This class is open to students ages 11 and up.
Intermediate and Advanced potters are invited to join Zach Stephens for this immersive 10-week pottery course. The class is for anyone that has consistently taken All Levels Pottery classes and is an INDEPENDENT wheel-thrower and hand-builder.
PLEASE NOTE: only intermediate/advanced practices/techniques will be taught. No basics. Experienced potters can brush up on their craft and expand on their existing skill with the guidance of an expert ceramic artist. With a small class size (8 max) students will receive whole group instruction as well as one on one guidance.
The OPS Spring Membership is a seasonal, bundled studio pass for experienced ceramic artists who want regular access to the pottery studio without paying per session. This membership provides access to all scheduled Open Pottery Studio sessions throughout the season, along with clay, glazes, tools, and firings included. Memberships are waitlisted and approved after a brief interview to ensure the studio is a good fit. Interested artists must email sierra@bigskyarts.org to discuss prior ceramics experience before registering.
For full details, schedules, and studio policies, please visit our OPS information page.
Open Pottery Studio is only open to people currently enrolled in a pottery class or highly experienced ceramicists with their own tools pre-approved by the studio manager. Please note there is NO OFFICIAL INSTRUCTION during this class.
Open Pottery Studio participants will have access to wheels, hand-building materials and glazes. You must pre-register in order to secure a space.
Archie Bray A-Clay is the only clay body allowed in the studio. It is a Cone 5/6 White Stoneware. Purchase 25lb for $30 during class with cash or credit card.
We are a community pottery studio, no production pottery is permitted during this class. Kiln shelf rental for the cost of $30 is available for those wishing to produce more than 5-10 vessels during the session.
If you have any questions, please contact sierra@bigskyarts.org
Join Shannon Brennan for a fun, inspiring stained glass experience. Shannon will guide you through the basics of the process of stained glass art and design. Participants will walk away at the end of 5-weeks with 1-3 stained glass projects!
Please note that Stained Glass Open Studio is only open to people CURRENTLY enrolled in a MULTI-WEEK class with Shannon Brennan.
Please note there is NO OFFICIAL INSTRUCTION during this class. Stained Glass Open Studio participants will have access to all materials needed in order to continue to work on their class projects. You must pre-register in order to secure a space. No PRODUCTION please. This is an extension to continue working on class projects and refining your stained glass skills independently.
This five-week watercolor class taught by Vicky Merryman, is designed for beginner painters who want to build confidence and develop a strong foundation in watercolor techniques. Each week, students will explore essential skills such as brush control, color mixing, washes, layering, and understanding light and transparency. Through guided demonstrations, hands-on practice, and supportive feedback, students will learn how to work with watercolor's unique qualities while developing their own creative voice.
No prior experience is required, just curiosity and a willingness to experiment. All levels are welcome, and materials will be provided.
Any class payments above the suggested class fee (Take a Class/Give a Class, Help a Neighbor, Sponsor Materials) are tax deductible and will be acknowledged via email for tax purposes.
This introductory sewing course taught by Alyvia Schoener, owner of ScrapHouse Designs, offers a practical and approachable way to learn the basics of sewing. Across ten weeks, students will become familiar with sewing machines, essential tools, and fabrics while developing core skills such as straight stitching, seam construction, hemming, and basic finishing techniques. Instruction focuses on building strong fundamentals through hands-on practice and clear demonstrations.
Students will work on a variety of beginner-level projects starting with aprons, designed to reinforce techniques and build comfort with the sewing process. By the end of the course, participants will have a solid understanding of sewing fundamentals and ability to create their own unique pieces. No previous sewing experience is necessary.
Any class payments above the suggested class fee (Take a Class/Give a Class, Help a Neighbor, Sponsor Materials) are tax deductible and will be acknowledged via email for tax purposes.
This workshop taught by Brinley Nielson introduces the art of soft soldering through the process of creating your own handcrafted rings. Designed with beginners in mind, the class covers essential techniques including preparing materials, safely using a solder iron, creating clean soldered connections, and adding decorative elements. You'll explore texture, shaping, and design while gaining confidence with foundational jewelry making skills.
Each participant will make two finished rings during the session. The first will be a simple band ring that focuses on core soldering and shaping techniques. The second will be a statement ring featuring a stone or glass element, allowing you to incorporate color, contrast, and your own creative style.
All materials and tools are provided, and no prior experience is required. By the end of the workshop, you will leave with two unique rings and a solid understanding of soft soldering techniques that you can continue exploring on your own.
Any class payments above the suggested class fee (Take a Class/Give a Class, Help a Neighbor, Sponsor Materials) are tax deductible and will be acknowledged via email for tax purposes.
Spend a creative session painting an adorable little mouse with watercolor with Zahrah Malki of Zahrah Art! This playful workshop guides you through the process of bringing a charming character to life on watercolor paper.
Participants will learn how to build soft watercolor layers, add delicate details, and create a mouse full of personality. Techniques such as gentle color blending, expressive brushwork, and simple illustration touches will be explored throughout the class.
This workshop is welcoming for beginners as well as more experienced painters who want a relaxed and imaginative painting experience. No extra supplies are necessary, unless you would like to bring supplies special to you.
Any class payments above the suggested class fee (Take a Class/Give a Class, Help a Neighbor, Sponsor Materials) are tax deductible and will be acknowledged via email for tax purposes.
This 4-hour workshop explores the art of assemblage through paper collage. Participants will create a unique, finished piece in a shadow box using thoughtfully curated selection of paper elements, textures, and imagery. Led by Kate Huston of Tiny Box Worlds, she will guide you in the process of layering, cutting, arranging, and composing papers to build depth, balance, and visual interest. The workshop emphasizes experimentation and intuitive choices, offering space to explore personal style while learning practical collage techniques.
Open to all experience levels, this workshop welcomes beginners and seasoned creatives alike. All materials are provided, and participants will leave with an original paper collage to take home.
Any class payments above the suggested class fee are tax deductible and will be acknowledged via email for tax purposes.