Allens Lane Art Center Blog

Print to a Pot

April 30, 2023

In this workshop, you will learn the process of transferring a wide variety of imagery to your ceramics pieces and learn about using engobes (also known as slips) combined with…

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Poetry: What to do with the “I”?

April 30, 2023

In the middle of the last century, in both prose and poetry, first-person writing emerged as a powerful tool for the progenitors of the feminist/queer and racial equality movements. For…

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Fabric Dyeing: Ice Technique

April 30, 2023

Ice dyeing is the process of placing ice on top of fiber and then powdered dye on top of the ice. Working with the heat and sun of summer the…

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Raku

April 30, 2023

Experience firsthand the fast firing process of RAKU. Participants will be guided through the process of glazing, kiln loading, firing, and post-firing reduction and cooling. Your beautiful lustrous pottery will…

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Digging and Processing Wild Clay

April 30, 2023

Learn the secrets of sourcing and processing wild clay. Clay is all around us, and in this workshop, you’ll learn all about the process of finding, digging, and preparing wild…

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Introduction to Painting

April 29, 2023

Introduction to Painting is a class designed to encourage students to discover and develop their own unique style in an exciting and fun way. The students will study various painting…

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Wheel Throwing (All Levels)

March 17, 2023

This class is designed for all levels, whether you’re new to clay or have previous experience. Students will learn the basics of the potter’s wheel, as well as the basics…

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Ceramics Open Studio

March 17, 2023

This monitored Open Studio allows for additional time in the studio to work independently on projects. No Instruction is provided. 10 Open Studio sessions are included with each full 10-week…

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Friday Night Clay Dates

March 17, 2023

Come with friends or a date, or come to make new connections while discovering a hidden talent or renewing your creative flair. Your instructor will present a short introductory lesson…

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Bookmaking as a Form of Resistance

March 17, 2023

This series of classes delve into the practices of bookmaking and collaging as a ritual. Throughout the exploration of these practices, students will learn how to build their own journals….

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