| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | CAMERA EYE SEMINAR II - Photography WorkshopPresented by Camera Eye Photography Workshops at Camera Eye Photography Workshops April 5-May 24, 2012 A continuation of Camera Eye Seminar I and serves as an advanced course for those who already have created a portfolio and want to further develop their visual talents. The course is an intensive workshop where students will explore photographic seeing and visual thinking in-depth. In a small class setting we will focus on strengthening conceptual terms and the development of each individual’s unique way of seeing into a consistent photographic style. Guest artists and critics from our... | Camera Eye Photography Workshops | 04/05/12-
05/24/12 | Somerville |
Seat Weaving, Caning & RushingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 5-May 24, 2012 Learn various methods of seat weaving: hand-woven caning, fibre rushing, splint weaving and press caning. Restore antique chair seats or weave seats for furniture you have made yourself. No storage for this class; bring your piece to the first class and be prepared to bring it back and forth to class each week. All levels, all ages welcome. Note: This class is offered in Spring term only. Limit 12 students
Instructor: Ron Horion | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/05/12-
05/24/12 | Boston |
Essex National Heritage Area Photo Safari featuring Olympus in NewburyportPresented by Essex National Heritage Commission May 26, 2012 With a state-of-the-art digital camera in hand, capture the abundant and interesting maritime heritage of Newburyport and the Merrimack River Valley! You'll be equipped with all the latest camera gear from Olympus, provided by Hunt’s Photo & Video, and personally coached by Hunt’s technical experts and visiting professional photographers as we photograph Newburyport’s unique downtown and historic waterfront. Reservations required. Visit... | Essex National Heritage Commission | 05/26/12 | Newport |
Turn Your Passion Into a Paycheck:An Evening with good BoutiquePresented by Boston Center for Adult Education at Boston Center for Adult Education May 26, 2012 On Thursday, May 24th, 2012 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM, become inspired by good, the charming jewelry and accessories boutique, which features delicate and one-of-a-kind pieces and is located in Boston’s historic Beacon Hill. Special guest, Paul Niski, owner and operator, will lead the second class in the popular “Turn Your Passion Into a Paycheck” series at the Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE). Niski will discuss the development of the boutique, highlight the... | Boston Center for Adult Education | 05/26/12 | Boston |
FaMiLy PaInTPresented by palettes March 25-May 27, 2012 kids, moms, dads, grandparents, nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors... bring the family down on sunday afternoons and join us at palettes to eat. drink. paint. (and laugh). here’s how it works - on sunday afternoon arrive around 1:30pm and get settled in, painting begins around 2pm and lasts for 1.5 hours to 2 hours. our friendly resident artists will walk you through step-by-step how to create a fun painting using non-toxic acrylic paints (be sure to wear something you... | palettes | 03/25/12-
05/27/12 | Natick |
Fundamentals of Silly Voices with Brenda Huggins!Presented by Puppet Showplace Theatre at Puppet Showplace Theatre May 7-May 28, 2012 Puppeteers are known for their vocal versatility. Want to learn their secrets? Whether you're a singer or actor, comedian or magician, a politician or a puppeteer, this foundational skills class will give you everything you need for excellent and creative vocal performance.
Students will explore their own vocal range while learning techniques for proper breath support, projection, and good vocal health. The class will cover the basics of vocal techniques and philosophies such as... | Puppet Showplace Theatre | 05/07/12-
05/28/12 | Brookline |
Cultural Survival BazaarPresented by Cultural Survival May 26-May 28, 2012 An International Festival of Native Arts & Culture Featuring artisans, products, & performers from around the world. Shop handmade art, jewelry, clothing, crafts, decor, tribal rugs, & much more. Enjoy FREE music performances, presentations, Native American storytelling, educational displays, craft-making demonstrations, & Tibetan cuisine. Proceeds support Native artisans, fair trade, and Cultural Survival's non-profit work worldwide. For special features, artisan... | Cultural Survival | 05/26/12-
05/28/12 | Amherst |
Very Beginning WoodworkingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 3-May 29, 2012 As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small classes allow for ample individual attention. All classes emphasize safety and the pleasure of making things and completing them to... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/03/12-
05/29/12 | Boston |
Very Beginning WoodworkingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 3-May 29, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small classes allow for ample individual attention. All classes emphasize safety and the... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/03/12-
05/29/12 | Boston |
SlipcoversPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 24-May 29, 2012 Learn to make removable slipcovers by making one for a small ottoman we provide. (You won’t take home the ottoman but you will take home the skills.) Learn precise cutting, how to stitch welting and attach borders and skirting. If time permits, we will add cushions. Limit 6 students
Instructor: Seymour Beckford | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/24/12-
05/29/12 | Boston |
SlipcoversPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 24-May 29, 2012 Learn to make removable slipcovers by making one for a small ottoman we provide. (You won’t take home the ottoman but you will take home the skills.) Learn precise cutting, how to stitch welting and attach borders and skirting. If time permits, we will make some cushions. Limit 6 students | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/24/12-
05/29/12 | Boston |
Living with Your Old House: National Preservation Month Lecture SeriesPresented by Historic New England May 8-May 29, 2012 Celebrate National Preservation Month this May by learning how to take care of your old house. Historic New England and the Waltham Historical Society present a lecture series designed to help homeowners enhance their knowledge and understanding of houses built before 1950. For detailed descriptions of the individual lectures, please visit http://www.HistoricNewEngland.org. May 8, 7–8:30 PM – Architectural Styles in Waltham’s History May 15, 7–8:30 PM –... | Historic New England | 05/08/12-
05/29/12 | Waltham |
Screenwriting 101Presented by NewTV at NewTV May 29-May 30, 2012 Struggling to put the pen to the paper and write out that great story? Screenwriting 101 is a two-day course designed to help aspiring writers hone these often overlooked aspects of the screenwriting craft and provide guidelines as to how they can best exhibit their finished work. | NewTV | 05/29/12-
05/30/12 | Newton Highlands |
Basic SewingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 26-May 31, 2012 An introduction to the fundamentals of sewing. Start with a given plan and work it through to completion using hand and machine sewing. Learn how to use a sewing machine, choose and cut patterns, and use basic sewing terms, methods and tools. Completion qualifies students for intermediate and advanced sewing classes. Machines and materials will be provided. Limit 6 students | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/26/12-
05/31/12 | Boston |
Memorial Day Special Presented by Artbeat at Artbeat The Creativity Store May 8-May 31, 2012 Memorial Day is a day of remembering those who have died in service to our country, and the month of May is a time to contemplate world peace. We offer these studio projects at special prices all month long to bring greater awareness to the need for peace in our world. | Artbeat | 05/08/12-
05/31/12 | Arlington |
| Soul Bliss Performs at artKitchen Café at Fuller Craft Museum | Fuller Craft Museum | 05/31/12 | Brockton |
Art PartyPresented by Lexington Arts and Crafts Society at Lexington Arts and Crafts Society April 21-June 1, 2012 Workshop Description: Re-create a master piece in one night. Step by step instructions given so that even the novice can go home with a finished masterpiece. 16”X20” Canvas, paints and mediums in- cluded*.
*additional supplies and brushes are required. A complete supplies list will be provided upon registration. | Lexington Arts and Crafts Society | 04/21/12-
06/01/12 | Lexington |
Very Beginning WoodworkingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 13-June 1, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium. Teens advance to shop etiquette, milling, joinery, layout and basic power tools.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/13/12-
06/01/12 | Boston |
Very Beginning WoodworkingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 13-June 1, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium. Teens advance to shop etiquette, milling, joinery, layout and basic power tools.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/13/12-
06/01/12 | Boston |
Teen Artist' PortfolioPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 6-June 1, 2012 Develop your creative and technical skills to complete a series of artworks for an artist’s portfolio. If you are thinking about being an artist, or simply enjoy art, this class will help you to focus on your strengths and your unique voice. Bring examples of your best work to the first class, along with a portfolio to store your art. Limit 10 students
Instructor: Lucilda Dassardo-Cooper | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/06/12-
06/01/12 | Boston |
Brookstock: A Music Festival for Brookline Where 1969 Meets 2012Presented by Brookline Music School at Pine Manor College, Ellsworth Theater June 1, 2012 In addition to performances by Brookline Music School ensembles, we will be presenting original music from Brookline's most promising young bands, singer/songwriters, and composers.
BMS ensembles will be performing music from 1969, the final year in an amazing decade of American popular music, one which laid the foundation for all that followed. Brookstock seeks to contrast this music with music being created here and now by today's young musicians. The similarities and... | Brookline Music School | 06/01/12 | Chestnut Hill |
Beginning Drawing & PaintingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 7-June 2, 2012 For kids who have just started drawing, or already draw well and want to improve their skills. Through imagination and observation, students explore a variety of approaches, mediums and techniques, working on composition, pattern, line, texture, scale, color, shading and contrast. Older children and teens develop personal expression through individual and group critiques. Media may include watercolor, acrylic, charcoal, pencil and pastel.
Ages 6-9 | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/07/12-
06/02/12 | Boston |
Drawing & PaintingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 7-June 2, 2012 For kids who have just started drawing, or already draw well and want to improve their skills. Through imagination and observation, students explore a variety of approaches, mediums and techniques, working on composition, pattern, line, texture, scale, color, shading and contrast. Older children and teens develop personal expression through individual and group critiques. Media may include watercolor, acrylic, charcoal, pencil and pastel. | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/07/12-
06/02/12 | Boston |
Teddy Bear Check-up Day at Stone Zoo!Presented by Stone Zoo at Stone Zoo June 2, 2012 Visit Stone Zoo on June 2 with your favorite teddy bear for a day of cuddly fun! Zoo staff will be on hand to give your bear a check-up and clean bill of health. Later, march through the Zoo in the Teddy Bear Parade and say hello to Smoky and Bubba, Stone Zoo’s resident black bears! | Stone Zoo | 06/02/12 | Stoneham |
Coolidge Corner Arts FestivalPresented by Coolidge Corner Arts Festival June 2, 2012 More than eighty crafts people and fine artists will show and sell their work from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at the Devotion School grounds at 345 Harvard Street. This free public showcase for the arts will feature nationally recognized artists as well as accomplished and emerging artists from New England working in an array of media, from jewelry, fiber, glass, ceramics to photography, watercolor and mixed media. The event is accessible by the "C" line to Coolidge Corner and the #66 bus.... | Coolidge Corner Arts Festival | 06/02/12 | Brookline |
Bob Wolfman / Larry Coryell BandPresented by The Bull Run Restaurant June 2, 2012 "Transition" is the new CD by this supergroup featuring five of the best players in their respective fields today. Every once in a while a band comes together by some magical, magnetic pull of the cosmos and blows everyone away. Produced by Larry Coryell, the "Godfather" of Jazz/Rock fusion, this new CD reflects influences from 60's Jazz to Classic 70's Blues and Fusion. With music and lyrics by Wolfman, Coryell and Bailey, "Transition" is possibly one of the... | The Bull Run Restaurant | 06/02/12 | Shirley |
Wild About BirdsPresented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 3, 2012 Broadmoor is full of many different kinds of birds. Do males look different from females? Which ones are most likely to visit the feeders, fields, woods or the marsh? Wonder who is singing in your yard? Come with the whole family as you watch up close with a spotting scope and learn about common bird songs as you enjoy a guided adventure around Broadmoor. See how many birds you can discover! Pre-registration is required. | Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary | 06/03/12 | Natick |
Sewing Open WorkshopPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 4-June 6, 2012 In this workshop class, students make projects of their choice. The instructor provides guidance on design, construction and embellishment based on individual student needs, and students draw upon each other’s expertise. Students often stay for multiple semesters, enjoying the camaraderie of the sewing room and progressing to more ambitious projects over time. Note: No large draperies. Prerequisite: Basic sewing skills. Limit 6 students
Instructor: Carol Price | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/04/12-
06/06/12 | Boston |
Tot ZonePresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 5-June 7, 2012 Our visual arts classes emphasize the pleasure of making things and completing them to take home, exploring a variety of mediums, approaches and techniques. Students develop skills, imagination and confidence while having fun in a non-competitive, creative environment. Our classes encourage cooperation, skill-building and creative thinking. Classes combine artists of all levels, with new and different projects each session. Returning students encounter new projects, new skills and new... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/05/12-
06/07/12 | Boston |
Art & MusicPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 5-June 7, 2012 Our visual arts classes emphasize the pleasure of making things and completing them to take home, exploring a variety of mediums, approaches and techniques. Students develop skills, imagination and confidence while having fun in a non-competitive, creative environment. Our classes encourage cooperation, skill-building and creative thinking. Classes combine artists of all levels, with new and different projects each session. Returning students encounter new projects, new skills and new... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/05/12-
06/07/12 | Boston |
| Comics I | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/05/12-
06/07/12 | Boston |
Finishing for WoodworkersPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts May 24-June 7, 2012 Co-sponsored by Eastern Mass. Guild of Woodworkers
Learn the basics of fine finishing, including French polish, wax and oil, and more. See how different finishes alter the color of wood, and how to finish both flat and joined surfaces. Understand proper use of finishing solutions and materials, including considerations involved in choosing non-toxic alternatives. Bring a small object you have made (box, stool), if you like. Otherwise sample wood will be provided. Limit 8 students | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 05/24/12-
06/07/12 | Boston |
June 8 Free Second FridayPresented by Smith College Museum of Art at Smith College Museum of Art June 8, 2012 Au Revoir DEBUSSY'S PARIS – Closing June 10
4–6 PM Hands on! art-making for ages 4+ w/adult (while supplies last)
6–6:30 PM Open Eyes: informal guided gallery conversation
Museum Shop open 10–8 PM | Smith College Museum of Art | 06/08/12 | Northampton |
MFA: Studio Art Classes: Teen Spring Classes SessionPresented by Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) at Museum of Fine Arts Boston March 24-June 9, 2012 Register for MFA Studio Art Classes for teens. Classes are offered for ages 12-14 and 15-18. The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, offers studio art classes and workshops taught by experienced educators who are also professional artists. The Museum’s collections provide an unparalleled opportunity to study the processes of artists past and present from a variety of cultural perspectives. Class sizes are limited to ensure that students of all levels benefit from these experiences.
| Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) | 03/24/12-
06/09/12 | Boston |
| Birds of the Charles River | Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary | 06/09/12 | Natick |
Wild About BirdsPresented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 9, 2012 Broadmoor is full of many different kinds of birds. Do males look different from females? Which ones are most likely to visit the feeders, fields, woods or the marsh? Wonder who is singing in your yard? Come with the whole family as you watch up close with a spotting scope and learn about common bird songs as you enjoy a guided adventure around Broadmoor. See how many birds you can discover! Pre-registration is required. | Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary | 06/09/12 | Natick |
10 Great Tips for Spring and Summer Nature PhotographyPresented by Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary at Mass Audubon Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary June 9, 2012 Get great tips from a pro as you learn to overcome some of the top challenges of nature photography. From tricky lighting to moving wildlife, we will cover these and other challenges as we explore beautiful late spring and early summer habitats around the sanctuary. Tripod recommended. Pre-registration required. | Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary | 06/09/12 | Natick |
| Focus on Macro Photography Workshop | Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary | 06/09/12 | Natick |
Boston Ballet School Children's ProgramPresented by Boston Ballet Studios- Boston Location at Boston Ballet School- Northshore January 3-June 10, 2012 The Children's Program offers an introduction to the art of dance by promoting the exploration of creativity and expression through movement. This program supports the development and improvement of motor skills and coordination as well as attention and listening skills, as a preparation for continued study of classical ballet.
Enrollment is ongoing through June. Students may join at any point throughout the year. | Boston Ballet Studios- Boston Location | 01/03/12-
06/10/12 | Marblehead |
Woodworking Open ShopPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 2-June 11, 2012 In this open workshop class, students design and construct projects of their choice. Expert instructors provide individual guidance on design, joinery, construction and finishing, based on individual student needs. Students also draw upon each other’s expertise. Students often stay for multiple semesters, enjoying the camaraderie of the shop and progressing to more ambitious projects over time. Projects must be a manageable size; check first with instructors. Prerequisite: Basic... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/02/12-
06/11/12 | Boston |
Kids' Beginning WoodworkingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 9-June 11, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium. Teens advance to shop etiquette, milling, joinery, layout and basic power tools.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/09/12-
06/11/12 | Boston |
Kids’ Beginning SewingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 9-June 11, 2012 Newcomers and returning students mix hand and machine sewing. Small classes allow for individual attention, and we encourage kids to share their skills. The youngest children start with pincushions and pillows. Older children advance to aprons, doll clothes and finally clothing. We supply materials for the first meeting. Then, with the instructor’s advice, bring your own fabric and develop your own sewing kit. Come for more than one term and make new projects each time. | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/09/12-
06/11/12 | Boston |
Tot ZonePresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 2-June 11, 2012 Our visual arts classes emphasize the pleasure of making things and completing them to take home, exploring a variety of mediums, approaches and techniques. Students develop skills, imagination and confidence while having fun in a non-competitive, creative environment. Our classes encourage cooperation, skill-building and creative thinking. Classes combine artists of all levels, with new and different projects each session. Returning students encounter new projects, new skills and new... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/02/12-
06/11/12 | Boston |
Drawing & PaintingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 2-June 11, 2012 For kids who have just started drawing, or already draw well and want to improve their skills. Through imagination and observation, students explore a variety of approaches, mediums and techniques, working on composition, pattern, line, texture, scale, color, shading and contrast. Older children and teens develop personal expression through individual and group critiques. Media may include watercolor, acrylic, charcoal, pencil and pastel. | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/02/12-
06/11/12 | Boston |
Fantastic Photography: Playing with LightPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 9-June 11, 2012 Go way beyond snapshots in a class whose subject is the magic of light. Make photograms, cyanotypes, long exposures with moving lights. Construct a pinhole camera and develop black-and-white prints the old-fashioned way. And take plenty of pictures with a new eye. Bring your camera (any kind) to the first class. All levels welcome. Limit 6 students
Instructor: David Fricke | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/09/12-
06/11/12 | Boston |
Woodworking Open ShopPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 2-June 11, 2012 In this open workshop class, students design and construct projects of their choice. Expert instructors provide individual guidance on design, joinery, construction and finishing, based on individual student needs. Students also draw upon each other’s expertise. Students often stay for multiple semesters, enjoying the camaraderie of the shop and progressing to more ambitious projects over time. Projects must be a manageable size; check first with instructors. Prerequisite: Basic... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/02/12-
06/11/12 | Boston |
Kids’ Advanced WoodworkingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 3-June 12, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium. Teens advance to shop etiquette, milling, joinery, layout and basic power tools.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/03/12-
06/12/12 | Boston |
Kids' WoodworkingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 3-June 12, 2012 Our woodworking program welcomes ages 4 to 17. As students gain experience, they build skills and familiarity with tools and materials. Younger children start with hand tools and small projects; continuing students undertake more complex projects, gaining appreciation for wood as a creative medium. Teens advance to shop etiquette, milling, joinery, layout and basic power tools.
Each class incorporates beginners and experienced students, with new projects each session. Small... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/03/12-
06/12/12 | Boston |
Kids' SewingPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts April 3-June 12, 2012 Newcomers and returning students mix hand and machine sewing. Small classes allow for individual attention, and we encourage kids to share their skills. The youngest children start with pincushions and pillows. Older children advance to aprons, doll clothes and finally clothing. We supply materials for the first meeting. Then, with the instructor’s advice, bring your own fabric and develop your own sewing kit. Come for more than one term and make new projects each time.
| Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 04/03/12-
06/12/12 | Boston |
Wood Turning: Bowls & BeyondPresented by Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts at Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts June 6-June 13, 2012 Co-sponsored by Eastern Mass. Guild of Woodworkers
Use the lathe to make wooden bowls, platters, abstract sculptures and more. Start with pieces of tree limbs and trunks, make them round, and take off from there. Beginners will learn basic lathe techniques. Experienced students will advance to the next level at their own pace. Wood is provided in class; advanced turners may bring their own. No physical strength or previous woodworking experience required. All levels welcome. Limit 6... | Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts | 06/06/12-
06/13/12 | Boston |
