Painting With Rae
Join Rae Newell for a 10 week exploration in oil and acrylic painting. Rae brings to The MINT decades of painting and art instruction and we are very excited to have her! This class is open to adults and is hosted in our Jr MINT room at 112 Quality Lane.
Students should bring their favorite brushes, paints, pallet, and canvas.
If you are looking for supplies, please check out The MINT's Creative Reuse Shop, reMake, at 72 Merchants Row in downtown Rutland or Kaleidoscope Arts on Center Street also in Downtown. Rae will also have items on hand for things that get left at home.
If you have questions about this class, please reach out to Rae directly: raenewell@gmail.com.
Payment options: cash, check, or credit card.
This class will run on Wednesdays from 10AM-12PM
Instructor: Rae Newell
Fee: $175
The Woodshop Orientation is designed to ensure that all members understand The Mint’s woodshop policies, procedures, and expectations for maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming shared workspace. Participants will learn about shop safety, proper cleanup, dust collection, material restrictions, tool care, and the responsibilities that come with using a community woodshop.
During the class, participants will also learn or demonstrate the safe and proper use of the primary woodworking tools available for member use. The goal is to make sure everyone has the knowledge and confidence needed to work safely and independently in the shop, whether you are an experienced woodworker or completely new to woodworking.
As a bonus, everyone will put those skills to work by making their own custom piece (spatula, cheeseboard, etc.) to take home. This simple hands-on project provides an opportunity to practice several of the techniques covered during the orientation while creating something useful.
No previous woodworking experience is required.
This orientation is intended for all members who would like to use The Mint woodshop independently. By the end of this class, you’ll have both a handcrafted wooden piece and the skills needed to independently and safely use The MINT’s woodshop.
Come on everybody—let's make some sawdust!
In this class, you’ll master the safe operation of:
No prior experience is necessary! We’ll provide all the guidance and tools you need. Bring your own safety glasses/ ear protection if you prefer, or borrow a pair from us.
*Non Members may take this class at The MINT, but only Members have continued access to the shops.
Inquire about becoming a Member!
The Joy of Letterpress
Date: First Wednesday of Every Month Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Cost: $20 Instructor: Tom
Contact: letterpress@rutlandmint.org
Introduction to letterpress, and the joy of designing and printing wet ink on paper.
A hands on class to learn the process of letterpress printing. Attendees will be guided through the entire process of planning, preparing a chase with printing blocks, setting up a table top press, inking up a press, and making prints.
You will experience all the stages of creating a simple print, how to safely operate the printing equipment, and how to clean up.
No prerequisites, or material fees. Printing blocks, paper, and ink will be provided.
You will be able to keep any prints you create.
Spaces are limited! Reserve your spot and take your letterpress skills to the next level.
Fusing Fridays
Join us for a hands-on journey into the art of Glass Fusing!
This 4-week introductory, project-based class will explore the fundamentals of working with fusible glass. Each week, you'll complete a different project while building your skills and creativity in this exciting medium.
Fridays: 10/9, 10/16, 10/30, 11/6
Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Instructor: Lisa Steckler
Cost: (All materials included)
Members $350
Non-Members $400
✨ No experience necessary!
18+
Please wear closed toed shoes.
All other PPE provided.
Fused Glass Holiday Tree Ornaments
Fused glass ornaments are great small pieces of art to decorate any holiday tree or for gift giving. In this class you will make holiday tree ornaments based on my custom ornament template in glimmering Coe 90 glass. Replicate my design or create your own tree trimming design.
You will learn:
This class is good for beginners and intermediate glass artists. Ages 16 and up.
Drilled ornaments will be full fused after class and picked up following week.
Instructor: Susan Wacker-Donle
Cost: (all materials included)
Member: $145.00
Non-Member: $165.00
NOTE:
Please wear closed-toed shoes, all PPE provided, no open containers of beverages, face masks recommended for use with grinders.
Instructors: Savannah
New to the wheel or need a refresher? This class is perfect for pottery beginners looking to learn a new skill and create something beautiful! This class will give you all the basic skills needed to get started in the clay studio.
Dates:
October 28th, 6 PM - 8:30 PM
November 4th, 6 PM - 8:30 PM
November 11th, 6 PM - 8:30 PM
Other Info:
You will get messy! Please wear clothes you are happy getting dirty.
Join Savannah for this fun, hands-on introduction to pottery!
Looking for a throwing refresher? This is for you! Come throw with me for 3 hours and get help to improve your throwing, get tips and help.
Please note all pieces made during this time (unless you bring your own clay) will be reclaimed, as this is just a skill improvement class and we will not be keeping/finishing work thrown.
This is a great way to get yourself on or back on the wheel without the commitment to a full length class!
November 7th, 8 AM - 11 AM
Join Savannah for this fun, throwing party!
Fused Glass Ornaments
Fused glass ornaments are great small pieces of art to decorate any holiday tree or for gift giving.
Ornaments will be full fused after class and available for pick up following week.
Member: $95.00
Non-Member: $110.00
Please wear closed-toed shoes
All PPE provided
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