Mail art is a Populist Artistic Movement centered around sending small-scale works through the postal service. It initially developed out of the Fluxus Movement in the 1950s and 60s, though it has since developed into a global movement that continues to the present. Email, text, Twitter, Facebook, etc. have made writing and sending letters a […]
Spend a fun couple of hours learning something new, meeting new friends, and creating a lovely handbuilt piece of pottery. Pieces will be fired in the students color choice, and ready for pickup 4-6 weeks later. This class is open to public. Come join us for this creative art experience! This class is held at our […]
This free intergenerational movement class is open to all! No previous movement experience is necessary, just a willingness to have fun and put yourself out there! Class begins seated in chairs, and moves to standing and locomoting exercises in the center. Exercises that we practice are intended to increase your range of motion, balance confidence, […]
In partnership with Sawtooth and the Intergenerational Center for Arts and Wellness, NCMA Winston-Salem, formerly SECCA invites you to participate in the following art-making opportunities. Each workshop series will take place over three class periods. We encourage you to attend all three classes to make the most out of your experience. The classes are free […]
This is the creative writing class you've been waiting for! Join us and explore a new way to share stories, personal experiences and philosophies through creative writing and presentation. From brainstorming to final presentation, this unique, six-session class teaches you ways to “Write to the Senses.” Taught by Authoring Action’s Co-founder and Artistic Director, Nathan […]
Explore mark making with a broad edge tool, considering calligraphy as word drawing. Learn about the forming of line, the relationship of one line to another line, the pattern of line, the contour of line, the quality of line, direction of line, weight of line and the springing of line. These are the building blocks […]
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of making small stuffed crochet creatures. Ami (crocheted or knitted), kurumi (wrapping). These are often little animals or dolls, but they can also be fantastical creatures. Whatever form they take, they are irresistibly cute. We will explore basic shapes, worked in one piece or sewn together. You will get the skills […]
Spend a fun couple of hours learning something new, meeting new friends, and creating a lovely handbuilt piece of pottery. Pieces will be fired in the students' color choice, and ready for pickup 4-6 weeks later. This class is open to the public. Come join us for this creative art experience! This class is held […]
This beginning ceramics class covers both handbuilding and wheelthrowing aspects of ceramic forming techniques. Students will learn the basic techniques of throwing on the wheel as well as the basic handbuilding skills. This is a perfect class for students to explore the possibilities in clay and to discover ones potentials in either ceramic techniques . Ages: 16 - […]
Sew a functional and beautiful button pouch! These are a fun and fast item to make. They are useful as well as beautiful and make a great gift. Perfect for beginners, but also fun for more skilled sewists. Come create in a community atmosphere on your own, or bring a friend or family member! All […]
Explore the creative possibilities of clay without using a potter's wheel. Beginners will learn pinch, slab, and coil techniques to create various projects. Students with experience can refine their skills while exploring new forms and design options. Decorating and glazing techniques will also be explored. Ages: 16 - Adult
Kandinsky was a Russian painter and color theorist. He is considered a pioneer of abstraction, being one of the first artists to use line, shape, pattern, and color as the subject of his work. Come play with artist and teacher Joyce Teta in the style of Kandinsky! You will create a book to take home […]
This beginning ceramics class covers both handbuilding and wheelthrowing aspects of ceramic forming techniques. Students will learn the basic techniques of throwing on the wheel as well as the basic handbuilding skills. This is a perfect class for students to explore the possibilities in clay and to discover ones potentials in either ceramic techniques . Ages: 16 - […]
Gilding is a process of applying gold leaf to a surface. Calligraphers use this technique as a focal point, sometimes on letters, sometimes as decorative elements. This class will present techniques for the laying of gold, traditional and modern. This exploration will give students opportunities to enhance their existing skills. It will add glow (literally […]
Sawtooth is offering this regular monthly Yoga and Art class, at our new Intergenerational Center for Arts and Wellness. A variety of community yoga teachers will be leading yoga. Betsy Messick is guiding the art project afterward. Bring your yoga mat if you have one (limited mats available).
Spend a fun couple of hours learning something new, meeting new friends, and creating a lovely handbuilt piece of pottery. Pieces will be fired in the students color choice, and ready for pickup 4-6 weeks later. This class is open to public. Come join us for this creative art experience! This class is held at our […]
This free intergenerational movement class is open to all! No previous movement experience is necessary, just a willingness to have fun and put yourself out there! Class begins seated in chairs, and moves to standing and locomoting exercises in the center. Exercises that we practice are intended to increase your range of motion, balance confidence, […]
This is the creative writing class you've been waiting for! Join us and explore a new way to share stories, personal experiences and philosophies through creative writing and presentation. From brainstorming to final presentation, this unique, six-session class teaches you ways to “Write to the Senses.” Taught by Authoring Action’s Co-founder and Artistic Director, Nathan […]
Explore the creative possibilities of clay without using a potter's wheel. Beginners will learn pinch, slab, and coil techniques to create various projects. Students with experience can refine their skills while exploring new forms and design options. Decorating and glazing techniques will also be explored. Ages: 13 - Adult
Spend a fun couple of hours learning something new, meeting new friends, and creating a lovely handbuilt piece of pottery. Pieces will be fired in the students' color choice, and ready for pickup 4-6 weeks later. This class is open to the public. Join us for this creative art experience! This class is held at […]
Spend a fun couple of hours learning something new, meeting new friends, and creating a lovely handbuilt piece of pottery. Pieces will be fired in the students color choice, and ready for pickup 4-6 weeks later. This class is open to public. Come join us for this creative art experience! This class is held at our […]
This beginning ceramics class covers both handbuilding and wheelthrowing aspects of ceramic forming techniques. Students will learn the basic techniques of throwing on the wheel as well as the basic handbuilding skills. This is a perfect class for students to explore the possibilities in clay and to discover ones potentials in either ceramic techniques . Ages: 16 - […]
Spend a fun couple of hours learning something new, meeting new friends, and create a lovely piece of jewelry to take home! No experience necessary. This evening you'll create a pair of earrings using any of our hundreds of bead choices along with wire forging and forming techniques! Materials included in the fee.
Spend a fun couple of hours learning something new, meeting new friends, and creating a lovely handbuilt piece of pottery. Pieces will be fired in the students color choice, and ready for pickup 4-6 weeks later. This class is open to public. Come join us for this creative art experience! This class is held at our […]
Join in for a fun, colorful, timeless art activity! Participants will choose from either 2 bandanas or a t-shirt. We will explore a variety techniques.
This free intergenerational movement class is open to all! No previous movement experience is necessary, just a willingness to have fun and put yourself out there! Class begins seated in chairs, and moves to standing and locomoting exercises in the center. Exercises that we practice are intended to increase your range of motion, balance confidence, […]
Explore the creative possibilities of clay without using a potter's wheel. Beginners will learn pinch, slab, and coil techniques to create various projects. Students with experience can refine their skills while exploring new forms and design options. Decorating and glazing techniques will also be explored. Ages: 13 - Adult
Spend a fun couple of hours learning something new, meeting new friends, and creating a lovely handbuilt piece of pottery. Pieces will be fired in the students color choice, and ready for pickup 4-6 weeks later. This class is open to public. Come join us for this creative art experience! This class is held at our […]
This free intergenerational movement class is open to all! No previous movement experience is necessary, just a willingness to have fun and put yourself out there! Class begins seated in chairs, and moves to standing and locomoting exercises in the center. Exercises that we practice are intended to increase your range of motion, balance confidence, […]
Explore the creative possibilities of clay without using a potter's wheel. Beginners will learn pinch, slab, and coil techniques to create various projects. Students with experience can refine their skills while exploring new forms and design options. Decorating and glazing techniques will also be explored. Ages: 13 - Adult
This free intergenerational movement class is open to all! No previous movement experience is necessary, just a willingness to have fun and put yourself out there! Class begins seated in chairs, and moves to standing and locomoting exercises in the center. Exercises that we practice are intended to increase your range of motion, balance confidence, […]
Explore the creative possibilities of clay without using a potter's wheel. Beginners will learn pinch, slab, and coil techniques to create various projects. Students with experience can refine their skills while exploring new forms and design options. Decorating and glazing techniques will also be explored. Ages: 13 - Adult
If you are interested in hosting an event at the Generations Center, please note that space reservations and event bookings are limited to the Generations Center’s 21 partners at this time. You may view our complete policy here.
