Private Workshops

Perfect for celebrating an occasion or getting to know your work team better, this pottery class is a fun and collaborative way to spend a Friday evening.

During our class you'll create and decorate a pottery piece of your choice from one of the following options:

1. A slab mug

2. A coil bowl

3. Experience the process of the wheel* (one favorite piece will be kept per participant). 

*Students must be 16 or older for this option; maximum five participants

After pieces are glazed and fired, we'll email you to pick up your piece approximately four to six weeks after your class.

Minimum number of students is one; Maximum number of students is eight.

Where:

VISAC Pottery Studio

1501 Cedar Ave, Trail

Lower Level of Community Building downtown

Class Fee:

$275 for the class (firing and glazing included)

Requests to register should be made at least a week in advance. 

Send your request here: Friday Night Pottery Sign Up 

Perfect for celebrating an occasion or getting to know your work team better, printmaking is a relaxing and satisfying medium that embraces playfulness and imperfection. Each workshop runs for 2 hours. 

During this class you’ll participate in: 

1. Found-object printmaking

Using recycled objects as well as items found in nature, participants will create several unique prints using everyday objects. This is an inclusive option that focuses more on the meditative nature of printmaking as opposed to a specific final outcome. Also an excellent option for youth!

2. Kitchen lithography 

Making use of items found in most kitchens, this is a non-toxic way to explore lithography using aluminum foil and cola. Participants will duplicate their image at least 4 times to make prints. 

3. Lino block printing*

Traditionally carved out of a block of linoleum, lino block printing is a striking medium that encourages imperfection and playfulness. Participants will produce a 3x4 block and reproduce it at least 4 times to make prints. This option is fast-paced, and participants are encouraged to have an idea of what image they want to reproduce ahead of time. Note that sharp carving tools are used in this workshop. 

*Students must be 14 or older for this option; maximum six participants

Minimum number of students is one; Maximum number of students is twelve

Please fill out one form per group (not per individual).

Where:

VISAC Pottery Studio

1501 Cedar Ave, Trail

Lower Level of Community Building downtown

Class Fee:

$275 for the class (supplies included)

Requests to register should be made at least a week in advance. 

Send your request here: Printmaking Workshop Sign Up 

Perfect for celebrating an occasion or getting to know your work team better, comics are an intersection of writing and art with so much room for experimentation and creativity. Facilitated by local comic artist and illustrator, Erin Shuttleworth, she will lend her expertise to help support individual goals as well as fostering an environment of encouragement and experimentation. The workshop runs for 2 hours. 

During this class you’ll participate in several collaborative activities such as comic jams and warm-up activities, followed by the creation of a mini comic. 

Minimum number of students is one; Maximum number of students is twelve

Please fill out one form per group (not per individual).

Ages: Any - it is beneficial if all participants can read and write, however, wordless narratives are also a valid option for inclusivity. 

Where:

VISAC Pottery Studio

1501 Cedar Ave, Trail

Lower Level of Community Building downtown

Class Fee:

$275 for the class (supplies included)

Requests to register should be made at least a week in advance. 

Send your request here: Comic Workshop Sign Up