Bemis School of Art Summer Session
Whatever your artistic interest and whatever your age or skill level, we have classes to drive your passions at the Fine Arts Center’s Bemis School of Art. Explore! Browse classes
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Handbuilding Clay Works
Handbuilding Clay Works
Learn fun ways to hand build ceramics. Using the slab roller, the extruder, templates, and found forms, we will be able to make imaginative and useful works highlighted by textures and our own personal touches. Final decoration will be from a choice of glazing techniques to finish your pieces to enjoy and use. Ages 16-Adult […]
Painting Big
Painting Big
For the artistic kid that wants to go big, we will each create one large painting using acrylic paints. We will learn how to plan a composition and color scheme, execute a sketch, use acrylics appropriately, and refine your final piece. On the final day, we will have an “art show” of our works of […]
2 events,
Painting Big
Painting Big
For the artistic kid that wants to go big, we will each create one large painting using acrylic paints. We will learn how to plan a composition and color scheme, execute a sketch, use acrylics appropriately, and refine your final piece. On the final day, we will have an “art show” of our works of […]
2 events,
Painting Big
Painting Big
For the artistic kid that wants to go big, we will each create one large painting using acrylic paints. We will learn how to plan a composition and color scheme, execute a sketch, use acrylics appropriately, and refine your final piece. On the final day, we will have an “art show” of our works of […]
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Create Your Own Tarot
Create Your Own Tarot
Interested in tarot? Are you a beginner or a seasoned reader? We will learn about the art history of tarot cards, their various systems of symbolism and interpretation, as well as basic image making techniques to create your own deck of tarot cards. By the end of this course, you will have learned the basics […]
1 event,
2 events,
Handbuilding Clay Works
Handbuilding Clay Works
Learn fun ways to hand build ceramics. Using the slab roller, the extruder, templates, and found forms, we will be able to make imaginative and useful works highlighted by textures and our own personal touches. Final decoration will be from a choice of glazing techniques to finish your pieces to enjoy and use. Ages 16-Adult […]
1 event,
3 events,
Plant & Animal Platters
Plant & Animal Platters
Learn basic slab construction techniques to handbuild plant or animal themed platters using templates, texturing tools, and textured leaf molds. We will create our own exciting animal patterns. Under-glazing, staining, and overglazing will be taught to complete this project. Ages 16-Adult REGISTER
Plant & Animal Platters
Plant & Animal Platters
Learn basic slab construction techniques to handbuild plant or animal themed platters using templates, texturing tools, and textured leaf molds. We will create our own exciting animal patterns. Under-glazing, staining, and overglazing will be taught to complete this project. Ages 16-Adult REGISTER
1 event,
1 event,
3 events,
Create Your Own Tarot
Create Your Own Tarot
Interested in tarot? Are you a beginner or a seasoned reader? We will learn about the art history of tarot cards, their various systems of symbolism and interpretation, as well as basic image making techniques to create your own deck of tarot cards. By the end of this course, you will have learned the basics […]
Thrift Painting Makeover!
Thrift Painting Makeover!
Upcycle a dated and drab thrifted painting into a stellar new piece of original artwork! We will take found thrift paintings and add our own unique stories to them with acrylic paints and mixed-media techniques in a fun and laid-back environment. Thrift paintings will be provided. Ages 16-Adult REGISTER
1 event,
2 events,
Handbuilding Clay Works
Handbuilding Clay Works
Learn fun ways to hand build ceramics. Using the slab roller, the extruder, templates, and found forms, we will be able to make imaginative and useful works highlighted by textures and our own personal touches. Final decoration will be from a choice of glazing techniques to finish your pieces to enjoy and use. Ages 16-Adult […]
1 event,
2 events,
Plant & Animal Platters
Plant & Animal Platters
Learn basic slab construction techniques to handbuild plant or animal themed platters using templates, texturing tools, and textured leaf molds. We will create our own exciting animal patterns. Under-glazing, staining, and overglazing will be taught to complete this project. Ages 16-Adult REGISTER
1 event,
1 event,
5 events,
Introduction to Letterpress Printing
Level 0 – This class is for the true beginner with no prior experience in the medium. Join us at The Press at Colorado College for a hands-on, intensive letterpress workshop for beginners. This workshop will provide a complete overview of the process of letterpress printing, including setting metal type by hand, playing with wood […]
FREE! Community Print Shop Open House: Instant Silkscreen Quilt
FREE! Community Print Shop Open House: Instant Silkscreen Quilt
Calling all community printmakers! Interested in learning about the new Bemis Community Print Shop? Join us for a free hands-on open house workshop with Printmaker Kate Leonard. We will be demonstrating Thermofax and Miscreen printing techniques – two versatile silkscreen approaches beloved by mixed media and fiber artists. We will work on a large collaborative […]
Create Your Own Tarot
Create Your Own Tarot
Interested in tarot? Are you a beginner or a seasoned reader? We will learn about the art history of tarot cards, their various systems of symbolism and interpretation, as well as basic image making techniques to create your own deck of tarot cards. By the end of this course, you will have learned the basics […]
FREE! Community Print Shop Open House: Instant Silkscreen Quilt
FREE! Community Print Shop Open House: Instant Silkscreen Quilt
Calling all community printmakers! Interested in learning about the new Bemis Community Print Shop? Join us for a free hands-on open house workshop with Printmaker Kate Leonard. We will be demonstrating Thermofax and Miscreen printing techniques – two versatile silkscreen approaches beloved by mixed media and fiber artists. We will work on a large collaborative […]
2 events,
Handbuilding Clay Works
Handbuilding Clay Works
Learn fun ways to hand build ceramics. Using the slab roller, the extruder, templates, and found forms, we will be able to make imaginative and useful works highlighted by textures and our own personal touches. Final decoration will be from a choice of glazing techniques to finish your pieces to enjoy and use. Ages 16-Adult […]
1 event,
2 events,
Plant & Animal Platters
Plant & Animal Platters
Learn basic slab construction techniques to handbuild plant or animal themed platters using templates, texturing tools, and textured leaf molds. We will create our own exciting animal patterns. Under-glazing, staining, and overglazing will be taught to complete this project. Ages 16-Adult REGISTER
1 event,
2 events,
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Community Print Shop Open House: BYOB Conversation with Jean Gumpper
Community Print Shop Open House: BYOB Conversation with Jean Gumpper
Calling all community printmakers! Interested in learning about the new Bemis Community Print Shop? Join Kate Leonard and Jean Gumpper for the first BYOB (Bring your own Brayer) event!! We will be designing and carving “punny” lino blocks while discussing upcoming programs and facility access. All designs and blocks will be donated to the shop […]
3 events,
Community Print Shop Open House: What is a #3 Crayon? A Lithography Intensive
Community Print Shop Open House: What is a #3 Crayon? A Lithography Intensive
This workshop with Kate Leonard is open to professional artists interested in participating in the fall lithography program at the Bemis Community Print Shop. No experience in printmaking is needed to participate, but the workshop is best suited to artists with experience and confidence in drawing (experience in monochromatic drawing with charcoal, pencil, or black […]
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Mandala Journey
Mandala Journey
Join Anne Hosanah Roe on this artistic journey as you explore your inner landscape through guided meditation and creating your own personal mandala. Experience the magic and mystery of your soul’s infinite wisdom, guidance, and imagination. Throughout history and in many cultures, mandalas, meaning circle in Sanskrit, have embodied wholeness and interconnectedness to all life. […]
1 event,
2 events,
Handbuilding Clay Works
Handbuilding Clay Works
Learn fun ways to hand build ceramics. Using the slab roller, the extruder, templates, and found forms, we will be able to make imaginative and useful works highlighted by textures and our own personal touches. Final decoration will be from a choice of glazing techniques to finish your pieces to enjoy and use. Ages 16-Adult […]
1 event,
2 events,
Plant & Animal Platters
Plant & Animal Platters
Learn basic slab construction techniques to handbuild plant or animal themed platters using templates, texturing tools, and textured leaf molds. We will create our own exciting animal patterns. Under-glazing, staining, and overglazing will be taught to complete this project. Ages 16-Adult REGISTER
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Community Print Shop Open House: What is a #3 Crayon? A Lithography Intensive
Community Print Shop Open House: What is a #3 Crayon? A Lithography Intensive
This workshop with Kate Leonard is open to professional artists interested in participating in the fall lithography program at the Bemis Community Print Shop. No experience in printmaking is needed to participate, but the workshop is best suited to artists with experience and confidence in drawing (experience in monochromatic drawing with charcoal, pencil, or black […]
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