Education

Tuesday AM Open Pottery at 10am.

Tuesday AM Open Pottery Studio is a perfect time to rethink the pottery skills that you have and share time with others who enjoy clay. Come in to refresh and expand skills (new and old). To participate in Tuesday AM Open Pottery Studio you must be a member of the Paradise and have previously taken a pottery class or currently be enrolled in a pottery class. Facilitated by Dianne Lockerby.

Intro to Stained Glass - Copper Foil Method: Tuesdays, January 20th & 27th from 6:00 - 9:00 PM. Member $60/Non-Member $72. (Supply fee $55) Stained glass has depicted stories, landscapes, scenery, and abstract designs for centuries. Many of our most historical buildings include windows that make vibrant colored sunlight dance across the walls. You can now make your own 5x8 inch panel and experience the art of making sunlight dance.  You will learn to cut and break sheets of glass into the shape that fits your piece. Once each piece is cut you will add the copper foil and complete the piece by soldering it all together. You will go home with a zinc framed piece ready to hang in your window. Class is held at Studio Underground, 318 Central Ave, basement level and taught by Sandra Sargent from Bending Sunlight Glassworks.

Paint a Portrait of your Pet with artist Julie Fakler: January 21 from 5 PM - 7 PM. (ages 7 & up, ages 6 & under will need an adult helper.) Artist Julie Fakler will teach you step by step how to paint a portrait of your pet! In class, you’ll learn about underpainting, form, shape, and color. Email your pet photo to info@paradisecenterforthearts.org, and we will print it out for you. Wear clothes that can get paint on them. Students must get registered 3 days prior to the start of class. Tuition - Member: $30, Non-Member: $34. (Supplies included in tuition!) 

Intermediate Stained Glass Class with Sandra Sargent: January 31st & February 7th from 10 AM - 4 PM both days! Take your stained glass skills to the next level! This intermediate class is designed for students who have completed the Intro to Stained Glass course and are ready for a new challenge.

Participants will create a 10-inch round stained glass piece designed to fit in a tabletop display stand (included in the supply fee). You’ll continue developing your cutting, foiling, and soldering techniques while exploring more detailed patterns and color combinations.

Students are encouraged to contact instructor Sandra Sargent before class to discuss the pattern they’d like to work on. Bring your creativity — and let your next masterpiece shine! Tuition: Member - $220, Non-Member - $244. (This Includes Supply Costs Provided by Sandra!) 

Watercolor Spring Robin with Marcie Hayunga: Saturday, February 7th from 12:00 - 4:00 PM. Adult Class (18+). Time to look for Spring and watch for a Robin! In this class, we will learn about Watercolor basics, creating white, managing water, glazing, and create a beautiful background! Please wear clothing you don't mind getting a bit messy in! Tutiion: Member - $55, Non-Member - $63. (Includes a $15 supply fee!) 

Music, Movement, and Minis with Myra Herden: February 11 - April 8, Class Meets Wednesdays, from 9:00 - 10:00 AM. Grab your mini and join us for a session of music and movement. Through creative play and a sensory-rich environment, you and your little one will learn songs and activities to take home with you while engaging with other caregivers in understanding the vital role music and movement play in your baby's development. At the end, you'll take home your very own basket of the musical toys from class to keep the fun going! This class is for children ages 6 months to 2 years old! (Plus their adult!) Please only register for one spot -- It will account for the mini and adult! We ask that you please bring a yoga mat to class with you! Tuition: Member - $100, Non-Member - $115 (This price includes a $15.00 Supply Fee!) 

Musical Theatre 101 with Myra Herden: February 12 - April 30th, Class will meet Thursdays, from 4:00 - 5:00 PM (10 Sessions Total!) Do you love belting showtunes or ever wanted to try musicals? This class is for you! learn how movement and music can be used to tell powerful and exciting stories! We'll learn some basics of music, vocal technique, choral singing, acting through song, and basic dance movement all culminating in a showcase performance at the end of the sessions! For students grades 4-8 (ages 9-14!) Tuition: Member - $110, Non-Member - $125. 

Piece it Together - An Introduction to Mosaic Art with Caron Learned: Thursday, February 12th from 6:00 - 9:00 PM. Welcome to the wonderful world of mosaic art! In this beginner class, each student will have fun learning the basics of this ancient art form. Students will complete one project: a Mosaic Mirror which makes a great gift or can be used as a picture frame or hold a square candle as a centerpiece or hang as a mirror on your wall.  The class will be divided into 3 parts: Design/Layout and Tile Cutting Techniques, How to Glue and Transfer and Grouting Tips & Tricks. Tuition: Member - $65, Non-Member - $70. ($30 Supply Fee included in tuition total!) For ages 13+!

Close-toed shoes required. Bring a friend, share in the magic of mosaic art. Cheers!

Intro to Stained Glass - Copper Foil Method: Saturday, March 7th from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Member $60/Non-Member $72. (Supply fee $55) Stained glass has depicted stories, landscapes, scenery, and abstract designs for centuries. Many of our most historical buildings include windows that make vibrant colored sunlight dance across the walls. You can now make your own 5x8 inch panel and experience the art of making sunlight dance.  You will learn to cut and break sheets of glass into the shape that fits your piece. Once each piece is cut you will add the copper foil and complete the piece by soldering it all together. You will go home with a zinc framed piece ready to hang in your window. Class is held at Studio Underground, 318 Central Ave, basement level and taught by Sandra Sargent from Bending Sunlight Glassworks.

Watercolor Swans with Marcie Hayunga: Saturday, March 14th from 12:00 - 4:00 PM. Adult Class (18+). Thinking ahead to Mother's Day, we will be painting this Mother Swan and her beautiful baby. In this class, we wil learn about watercolor basics, creating white, managing water, glazing and creating beautiful backgrounds. Please wear clothing you don't mind getting a little dirty! Tuition: Member - $55, Non-Member $63 (Includes a $15 Supply Fee!) 

Intro to Stained Glass - Copper Foil Method: Thursdays, March 19th & 26th from 6:00 - 9:00 PM. Member $60/Non-Member $72. (Supply fee $55) Stained glass has depicted stories, landscapes, scenery, and abstract designs for centuries. Many of our most historical buildings include windows that make vibrant colored sunlight dance across the walls. You can now make your own 5x8 inch panel and experience the art of making sunlight dance.  You will learn to cut and break sheets of glass into the shape that fits your piece. Once each piece is cut you will add the copper foil and complete the piece by soldering it all together. You will go home with a zinc framed piece ready to hang in your window. Class is held at Studio Underground, 318 Central Ave, basement level and taught by Sandra Sargent from Bending Sunlight Glassworks.

Raku Magic: Make It, Glaze It, Fire It! Member: $65, Non-Member: $75, Raku Clay 25lb. for $54 or 5lb. for $15. Tuition includes the Make It class, Raku Glazing class, and the Raku firing!

Raku Make It Class: April 14th, 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Avenue N., Faribault. Students can create their pieces during the Make It class on April 14th at the Paradise Pottery Studio. Raku clay must be purchased at the Paradise: 25lb. for $54 or 5lb. for $15. Pieces must be dry and at the Paradise by April 18th for the bisque firing.

Raku Glazing Class: April 28th, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm at the  Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Avenue N., Faribault. Students will glaze their pieces at the Raku Glazing class on April 28th. A variety of raku glazes and underglazes will be available.

Raku Firing: May 9th, 8:30 am at Dianne Lockerby’s. Raku Firing will be held at Dianne Lockerby’s from 8:30 am until finished. The clay pots and sculptures will be loaded into the raku kiln; kiln temperatures are rapidly increased to 1800-1900 Degrees F. Once the glazes melt and smooth out, the pieces are individually removed from the kiln. Pieces are placed in a metal can filled with combustible materials, and the hot pot ignites the combustibles, causing flames to form. A tight-fitting lid on the can smothers those flames, and the resulting smoke can cause colors to appear on the pots. Students will leave with their finished glazed pieces. Participants must wear cotton clothing (no polyester or spandex) and leather shoes/boots (no sandals).  Fire precautions will be taken, and each participant will need to sign a waiver. Lunch on May 9th will be a potluck.

Must be registered by April 14.!