Elaborate patchwork tapestry fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat, India are the inspiration for this class. Specialty glass (including Van Gogh glass and millefiori), crystal and beads are used to create multiple patterns of color and texture. Basic knowledge of mosaics is recommended but not required for this class. All supplies are included in class fee.>

This class will explore using acrylic paint and is designed for beginner and intermediate levels. A supply list will be provided prior to the first class.*

Learn how to work with clay and master wedging, centering and throwing to make bowls, cylinders and small plates. Simple glaze concepts and techniques will be introduced. Class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, firing and glazes and an additional class finishing day. A supply list will be provided prior to the first class.*

Prerequisites include being able to wedge, center and throw an approximately eight-inch bowl and cylinder. Class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, firing and glazes, and an additional class finishing day. A supply list will be provided prior to the first class.*

Designed for beginner through advanced students interested in learning or honing skills in three-dimensional expression. The techniques will be tailored to individual skill levels. Class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, firing and glazes, and an additional class finishing day. A supply list will be provided prior to the first class.*

Wondering how to navigate the application process to a college art program? Want to know how to make your college art portfolio stand out from the rest? Are you a graduate student or emerging professional who wants to learn more about jobs in the visual arts field? Join Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art (Tephra ICA) for our Art School & Career Panel Series and hear a panel of professionals discuss a variety of art school programs and career opportunities in the arts. Panelists may include art educators and arts practitioners working in museums, galleries, universities, community colleges and more.

This class is designed to improve observational drawing skills and is suitable for all levels of experience. Working with pencil, students will learn to use line, value, gesture and perspective. A supply list will be provided prior to first class.*

This class is for students with beginning through advanced hand building and/or wheel throwing skills. The class will emphasize design, construction of functional and non-functional forms, and surface decoration. In addition, glazing and firing will be discussed and demonstrated. Students will be free to explore either hand building or wheel, or to combine elements of both. Class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, firing and glazes, and an additional class finishing day. A supply list will be provided prior to the first class.*

Participants will create personalized pieces of original, wearable art by painting, stenciling, stamping and doodling onto blank habotai silk scarves. All supplies are included in the class fee.>

Whether experienced or just starting out, participants can practice and refine skills with guidance from an instructor. Class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, firing and glazes, and an additional class finishing day. A supply list will be provided prior to the first class.*

Participants will explore hand-building techniques to create an array of clay projects. Class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, firing and glazes, and an additional class finishing day. A supply list will be provided prior to the first class.*

Creative professionals will respond to the work on view in the gallery. The short presentation will be followed by an open conversation.*

Hear from the current exhibiting artist in their own words about their work, life and inspiration in a short presentation followed by an opportunity to engage with the artist.*

Listen to curators and directors of major art institutions commenting on the gallery exhibit and its cultural context.*

Unleash imagination and creativity by learning to paint with alcohol inks on tile. This medium allows participants to create gorgeous, luminescent pieces of art that can be displayed or used as coasters. All supplies are included in the class fee.*

The Young Professional events will include a preview to the current Tephra ICA exhibition, artist / curator talks, and networking opportunities

Slow Looking is a Tephra ICA staff-guided approach and program series that allows the visitors to spend more time getting to know an artwork.>