This class is intended to introduce you to what’s involved in the craft of stained glass. The finished piece will be a 12 x 12 Tiffany-style panel using the copper foil method. Students will be shown how to recognize and fix problems with patterns, how to choose colors that work well together, and how to use all the tools that are on hand. Cutting, grinding, soldering and final fabrication will be taught in this class. If you are experienced in working with glass and the tools, come join us! No open-toed shoes for safety!
Minimum 5, Maximum 7 students
Materials: All tools supplied. Material fee of $100 is due at beginning of class.
$175 DCA Members – $215 Non-Members
Tuesdays (4 – 6pm or 6 – 8pm)
As a part of the first class participants will learn about tones, setting up a palette and how to see nature in a different light. Students will take home a finished painting.
Minimum 4, Maximum 10 students
Materials: Material list is available upon registration
$90 DCA Members – $135 Non-Members
Thursdays (1:30-4pm)
This is a mixed level, oil painting class and open studio. Come as you are, all levels are welcome! For those interested in an introduction to oil painting, we focus on technique, experimentation and play. Students dive into composition, how to make an underpainting and building up layers. For Intermediate students, we practice more advanced techniques like scumbling and glazing to build upon your skillset and refine your technique.
Minimum 3, Maximum 12 students
Materials: All materials supplied.
$150 DCA Members – $195 Non-Members
Tuesdays (11:30-2:30pm)
For those interested in an open studio experience, I work with you one-on-one and class time is considered studio time for your personal projects. We can finally finish that series or start a new one!
If you are interested in open studio, please provide your own tools and paint.
Minimum 3, Maximum 12 students
Materials: If you are interested in open studio, please provide your own tools and paint.
$150 DCA Members – $195 Non-Members
Tuesdays (11:30 – 2:30pm)
This class offers a versatile experience with film and content creation, Filmmakers and Content Creators get the opportunity to create together working from their own ideas and creative expression, along with weekly challenges. The class explores various techniques, learns editing tricks along with how a shot translates an emotion. Fun is part of every class.
Materials: A camera (i.e Phone, Camcorder, DSLR), Laptop with the free version of DaVinci Resolve(or your editing software of choice, even CapCut on your phone will work)
$85 DCA Members – $130 Non-Members
Thursdays (5 – 7pm)
Saturdays (3 — 5pm)
This class offers experienced watercolor artists the opportunity to paint together working from their own photos and the instructors, along with weekly still life setups. The class explores various techniques, learns triad painting along with how different pigments work. Critique is part of every class.
Minimum 6, Maximum 10 students
Materials: No materials supplied. Material list available upon registration.
$90 DCA Members – $130 Non-Members
Wednesdays (1 – 3:30pm)
Learn the basics of gelli printing using stencils and stamps. A gelli print class teaches the monoprinting process using a gelatin-like plate, allowing students to create unique, one-of-a-kind prints without a press. Warning: making gelli prints is addicting! It’s hard to stop. Adults only. No previous experience required.
Maximum 6 students
Materials: All Materials Supplied
1 Day Workshop
$35 DCA Members – $80 Non-Members
Friday (10:30am- 12:30pm)
January 23| Register
Students will carve a Ward Style Bufflehead drake decoy using a knife or more advanced students will power carve. All decoys are completed with paint. A $90 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first class for the wood, eyes, and paint for the project.
Minimum 6, Maximum 11 students
Materials: A material list is available upon registration. Material fee of $90, payable to instructor at 1st class
$155 DCA Members – $190 Non-Members
Fridays (1 – 4:00pm)
Join us for an afternoon of creativity and comfort at our Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop. Craft your very own luxurious and cozy chunky knit blanket. Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or a beginner, this workshop promises a warm and unforgettable crafting experience.
Minimum 6, Maximum 15 students
Materials: Participants need to bring Bernat Blanket Big yarn – 5 balls
$65 DCA Members – $110 Non-Members
Saturdays (10:30am – 1:30pm)
Get ready for a fun and creative afternoon as you design your own Valentine-themed candle and make a bonus holiday craft. Participants will choose their favorite fragrances, pour a custom candle, decorate it for the season, and complete an additional Valentine craft to take home. All materials are provided, and no experience is needed. Perfect for gifting for Valentine’s Day!
Minimum 4, Maximum 12 students
Materials: All materials supplied.
$60 DCA Members – $105 Non-Members
Saturday (1 – 3:00pm)
February 7| Register
Looking for a family activity for Valentine’s Day? We have it all planned! Join us at DCA where we have a fun project planned. All supplies provided. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Drop in, but you must arrive no later than 2:30pm
Materials: All materials supplied.
FREE
Saturday (11am – 1pm)
(Must arrive by 12:30pm)
February 7 | Register
Needle Felting is an art of sculpting wool using special needles! It’s Fun and relaxing as well. Bring a friend and have fun making this very cute Valentine Penguin. No experience necessary.
Materials: All materials supplied.
$60 DCA Members – $105 Non-Members
Thursday (6 – 8:30pm)
February 12 | Register
This is a basic introduction to making collages, a simple and inexpensive craft that can provide hours of entertainment (good to share with kids of all ages as a pastime). Instructor’s own examples will be provided for example and discussion, as well as books for inspiration. Students will make an intuitive collage during class on 8 x 11.5 plain paper but are free to bring their own cardstock or larger bases if they prefer. Students who attended the Signature making class should consider bringing their signature/journals. Magazines to share for collage fodder are welcome. Adults only. No previous experience required.
Maximum 6 students
Materials: All Materials Supplied
$35 DCA Members – $80 Non-Members
Friday (10:30am – 12:30pm)
February 20 | Register
This 4-week class will teach how to effectively incorporate human or animal figures into landscape art to add a sense of scale, mood, or narrative. Key lessons include practicing skills emulating a practice painting in the first class, followed by classes that will provide guidance based on your photo(s).
Minimum 6, Maximum 10 students
Materials: A material list is available upon registration. Material fee of $10 is due at beginning of class for specialized papers and brushes.
$85 DCA Members – $130 Non-Members
Saturdays (10am – 2:00pm)
(includes a lunch break)
Welcome spring with this adorable flower-holding bunny. Needle Felting is an art of sculpting wool using special needles! It’s Fun and relaxing as well. No experince necessary.
Minimum 5 – Max 25
Materials: All materials supplied.
$60 DCA Members – $105 Non-Members
Tuesday (6 – 8:30pm)
March 24 | Register
Join this relaxing class to create a miniature Kawandi quilt (mug mat). This unique hand-stitched patchwork tradition, originating from a group of people of African descent in western India, uses torn scraps of fabric layered on wool felt squares and then stitched by hand. A Phula (flower), a triangular fabric tassel, is sewn into each corner of the quilt for good luck.
Minimum 4. Maximum 10 students
Materials: Materials provided by the instructor to make one mug mat. Bring your favorite fabric scraps or use those provided by the instructor.
$25 DCA Members – $70 Non-Members
Friday (10:30am – 12:30pm)
March 27 | Register
Great compositions can be a mystery. This class will explore the dynamics of the picture plane: abstract shapes, subject matter, highlights and details. Working from their own photographs, the student will design a number of different compositions before applying pastel. Katie will have informative critiques that are essential in a good art class.
Minimum 6, Maximum 12 students
Materials: Material list available upon registration
$175 DCA Members – $215 Non-Members
Friday & Saturday (10am – 4:00pm Each Day)
April 10 & 11 | Register
Bring the family and choose from a variety of spring activities to paint and embellish. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Drop in, but you must arrive no later than 12:30pm. Registration is suggested.
Materials: All materials supplied.
FREE
Saturday (11am – 1:00pm)
(Must arrive by 12:30pm)
March 21 | Register
Turn Trash into treasure at this up-cycling craft day led by World Wide Hope founder, Griselda Jiménez. Families will learn about caring for the environment while creating art out of recyclable materials.
FREE
Saturday (1 – 3:00pm)
(Must arrive by 2:30pm)
April 18 | Register
This is a class for beginners that want to discover creative expression through the ancient craft of manipulating mud. Students in this class will learn hand building pottery using slabs, coils, and hump molds. The focus will be on creating functional forms like bowls, cups and platters and encouraging personal expression. You will be sharing your experience with other first timers while having fun and making new friends!
*Enrollment in this course enables students to use the ceramics studio during open studio hours.
Minimum 3, Maximum 6 students
Materials: All materials supplied.
$190 DCA Members – $235 Non-Members
Tuesdays (11:30am – 1:30pm)
Come in for assistance with your pottery skills or just take time to practice. The evening is dedicated to Potters at heart that want to improve on their abilities.
An instructor will be available to work with you. Please inform the instructor when applying for the course as to what your needs will be.
*Enrollment in this course enables students to use the ceramics studio during open studio hours.
Minimum 3, Maximum 6 students
Materials: All materials supplied.
$230 DCA Members – $275 Non-Members
Tuesdays (5:30pm – 8:00pm)
Beginners will receive step by step instruction on the pottery wheel so that you can create a simple and unique piece of pottery. For those with previous experience, this is an opportunity to practice and refine simple forms and explore more complex shapes. All materials provided. Minimum age to register for this class is 16.
*Enrollment in this course enables students to use the ceramics studio during open studio hours.
Minimum 3, Maximum 6 students
Materials: All materials supplied.
$230 DCA Members – $275 Non-Members
Thursdays (5:30pm – 8:00pm)
A Great Date Night Idea!
You bring the passion we’ll supply everything else Share a close encounter with your partner creating a new form. It will be messy, and it will be fun! You will receive instruction on Potter’s wheel to make a bowl or cup while creating memories in clay. There will be wine and beverages to lighten the mood. Remember to dress down, it’s going to be a dirty experience.
Minimum 4. Maximum 10 students
Materials: All materials supplied.
$50 DCA Members – $60 Non-Members
Tuesday (6:30pm – 9:30pm)
February 10 | Register
Coffee and Pots is a fun, relaxing workshop that combines creating a piece of pottery in a social setting. You will learn techniques to either hand build or create your piece on the potter’s wheel. over a cup or coffee and light snack. This is a great class for individuals, or couples.
Coffee and pastries included.
Minimum 4. Maximum 10 students
Materials: All materials supplied.
$40 DCA Members – $50 Non-Members
Saturday (10am – Noon)
Tuesday (10am – Noon)
Saturday (10am – Noon)
Tuesday (6 – 8pm)
A signature is a section of a book. Make several, join them together and there’s your book. In this class we will learn how to create a signature. If you take the Gelli Print class, your creations are perfect for the signatures. If you did not, just bring a collection of different papers and junk like envelopes, pages out of an old book, etc. The end product will be a “junk journal” perfect for collaging as you wish. Adults only. No previous experience required.
Maximum 6 students
Materials: All Materials Supplied
$35 DCA Members – $80 Non-Members
Friday (10:30am – 12:30pm)
February 6| Register
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DCA is committed to providing students of all ages and levels with the opportunity to advance their skills in an informal, yet structured studio environment.
For the most up-to-date information on available classes, please visit our calendar.
Class discounts are offered to DCA members. Join today!
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**Supply lists for classes may be obtained from the Dorchester Center for the Arts. We recommend that you order your supplies at least ten (10) days prior to the first class. Shop at Dick Blick or go to smile.amazon.com and enter Dorchester Center for the Arts as your supported charity. DCA will receive a donation from your purchase price at both of these sites! For more information call the Center at (410) 228-7782.