Crafts

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Wed., September 25

Beginning Jewelry II with Joy Raskin: Work on understanding basic jewelry design, increasing confidence using jewelry tools, and strengthening jewelry making skills. Wed., Sept. 18-Nov. 20, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Lab fee: $30. $180 members; $215 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, 457 Rte. 123 S, Sharon, NH. For info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit website: http://www.sharonarts.org.

Wireworking with Joy Raskin: Course is for both the jewelry and non-jewelry student. Wed., Sept. 18-Nov. 20 from 2-5 p.m. Lab fee: $45. $180 members; $215 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, 457 Rte. 123 S, Sharon, NH. For info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit website: http://www.sharonarts.org.

Thurs., September 26

Pottery — The Wheel: Learn the basics of wheel throwing, wedging, centering, shaping and trimming, then continue to explore basics of glazing. More experienced potters will strengthen their throwing and glazing skills as well as explore various methods of surface treatment. With Lulu Fichter on Mon., Sept. 16-Nov. 21 from 9 a.m.-noon or 6:30-9:30 p.m.; or with Paula Barry on Tues. or Thurs., Sept. 16-Nov. 21 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Lab fee: $45. $180 members, $215 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, Rte. 123 S. (4 mi. south of Rte. 101), Sharon, NH. For info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit our website at http://www.sharonarts.org.

Kilnforming Glass with Beth Lipman: Class is structure to challenge both the beginner and advanced glass student. Glass cutting, glass properties, and annealing are comprehensively reviews. No previous experience necessary. Sept. 19-Nov. 21, 6-9:30 p.m. Lab fee: $65. $180 members, $215 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, Rte. 123 S. (4 mi. south of Rte. 101), Sharon, NH. Sharon Arts Center, 457 Rte. 123, Sharon, NH. For more info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit website: http://www.sharonarts.org.

Learning to Weave with Connie Gray: Learn to wind a warp, and dress a loom with a sampler warp. Explore basic weave structures, and color interactions. Thurs., Sept. 19-Nov. 7 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Lab fee: $20. $150 members; $180 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, 457 Rte. 123 S, Sharon, NH. For info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit website: http://www.sharonarts.org.

Advanced Pottery with Janet Duchesneau: Go beyond the basics and into the realm of form, line, function and esthetics as well as advanced throwing techniques. Projects may include teapots, covered jars, large vessels or altered forms. Also explore surface treatments such as carving, paddling, and chattering. Individual projects welcome. Previous experience required. Thurs., Sept. 19-Nov. 21, 9 a.m.-noon. Lab fee: $45. $180 members, $215 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, 457 Rte. 123, Sharon, NH. For more info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit website: http://www.sharonarts.org.

Fri., September 27

Weaving Studio Times: For weavers who have taken a class at the SAC or can demonstrate a working knowledge of the looms and have approval from the director. Please indicate when you register if you need a 4 or 8 harness loom. Fri.-Tues., Sept. 16-Nov. 4, from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $85 members; $100 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, 457 Rte. 123 S, Sharon, NH. For info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit website: http://www.sharonarts.org.

Fundamentals of Ceramics II: Students will experiment with Japanese firing method of Raku. With Katharina Rooney, Fri., Sept. 20-Nov. 22 from 9 a.m.-noon. Limit: 8. Lab fee: $45. $180 members, $215 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, 457 Rte. 123, Sharon, NH. For more info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit website: http://www.sharonarts.org.

Sculpting the Figure with Katharina Rooney: Working from the model in sculpting clay, we will study human proportions and experiment with personal expressiveness. All levels welcome. Fri., Sept. 20-Nov. 22, from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Lab fee: $45. $220 members, $260 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, 457 Rte. 123, Sharon, NH. For more info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit website: http://www.sharonarts.org.

Sat., September 28

Weaving Studio Times: See Sept. 27 listing.

Sun., September 29

Weaving Studio Times: See Sept. 27 listing.

Mon., September 30

Introduction to Jewelry Making with Joy Raskin: Introduction to basic fabrication and finish techniques for metal jewelry. Includes piercing, sawing, forming, soldering, stone setting and polishing. Mon., Sept. 16-Nov. 18 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. or 6-9 p.m. Lab fee: $30-45. $180 members; $215 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, 457 Rte. 123 S, Sharon, NH. For info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit website: http://www.sharonarts.org.

Fundamentals of Ceramics: Experienced potters can hone their skills on the wheel and try new techniques, while beginners will learn the basics. With Lulu Fichter, Mon., Sept. 16-Nov. 18 from 1-4 p.m.; with Janet Duchesneau, Tues., from Sept. 17-Nov. 19 from 9 a.m.-noon. Limit: 8. Lab fee: $45. $180 members, $215 non-members. Sharon Arts Center, 457 Rte. 123, Sharon, NH. For more info or to register, call 603-924-7256 or visit website: http://www.sharonarts.org.

Weaving Studio Times: See Sept. 27 listing.

Pottery — The Wheel: See Sept. 26 listing.

Tues., October 1

Pottery — The Wheel: See Sept. 26 listing.

Weaving Studio Times: See Sept. 27 listing.

Fundamentals of Ceramics: See Sept. 30 listing, 9 a.m.-noon.

Wed., October 2

Beginning Jewelry II with Joy Raskin: See Sept. 25 listing.

Wireworking with Joy Raskin: See Sept. 25 listing.

Thurs., October 3

Pottery — The Wheel: See Sept. 26 listing.

Kilnforming Glass with Beth Lipman: See Sept. 26 listing.

Learning to Weave with Connie Gray: See Sept. 26 listing.

Advanced Pottery with Janet Duchesneau: See Sept. 26 listing.

Fri., October 4

Weaving Studio Times: See Sept. 27 listing.

Fundamentals of Ceramics II: See Sept. 27 listing.

Sculpting the Figure with Katharina Rooney: See Sept. 27 listing.

Sat., October 5

Weaving Studio Times: See Sept. 27 listing.

Sun., October 6

Weaving Studio Times: See Sept. 27 listing.

Mon., October 7

Pottery — The Wheel: See Sept. 26 listing.

Weaving Studio Times: See Sept. 27 listing.

Introduction to Jewelry Making with Joy Raskin: See Sept. 30 listing.

Fundamentals of Ceramics: See Sept. 30 listing, 1-4 p.m.

Tues., October 8

Pottery — The Wheel: See Sept. 26 listing.

Weaving Studio Times: See Sept. 27 listing.

Fundamentals of Ceramics: See Sept. 30 listing, 9 a.m.-noon.