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.

Raku Firing: Member $45, Non-Member $55, 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 17, 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 17 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 24 for the bisque firing.

Raku Glazing Class: May 1, 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Paradise Center for the Arts 321 Central Avenue N. Faribault. Students will glaze their pieces at the Raku Glazing class May 1 st . A variety of raku glazes and under glazes will be available.

Raku Firing: May 10, 8:30am at Dianne Lockerby’s. Raku Firing will be held at Dianne Lockerby’s from 8:30am until finished. The clay pots & sculptures will be loaded in the raku kiln; kiln temps are rapidly increased to 1800-1900 Degrees F. Once the glazes melt & 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 causes the combustibles to create flames. 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 a waiver will need to be signed by each participant. Lunch on May 10 th will be a potluck.

Must be registered by May 1st for the firing.

Improv 101: Learning Improv Concepts with Buddy Ricker ~ Saturdays, May 31 - July 19 from 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM. (There will be no class June 28!) Learn the basics of improvisational comedic acting at Little Fish Comedy's-Improv 101-Concepts of Improv! Our seven-week course will focus on the fundamentals of improv acting with an emphasis on improv comedy. Through "hands-on" exercises and laughter, we will bring out the creative improv-er in you! The final session will be a chance for you to show off your new skills as you dazzle your friends and family with a course-ending show that showcases the improve artist in you. This is not just a course in comedy; this is a course in life's social skills! Tuition: Member - $85, Non-Member - $95. (Scholarships available!)

Drawing and Painting Studio for Teens with Kate (Free!) Mondays from 2:00 - 3:00 PM. Class runs from June 9th - August 11th. Class is for kids ages 12 - 17. Learn from a professional artist this summer as we work with different 2D media and a variety of subjects. We’ll use graphite and colored pencils, charcoal, pastels, colored pencils, as well as acrylic and oil paints. Subject matter will be chosen by students so come with ideas for what you’d like to learn! This class is for all levels of artistic experience--come have fun and create something spectacular! This class is free and grant-funded! 

*Kate Langlais is a fiscal year 2024 recipient of a Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. 

Drawing with Kate (Ages 6-11)  Mondays, 3:00 - 4:00 PM, June 9th- August 11th. Class is for kids ages 6 - 11. Learn the foundations of drawing while using a wide variety of drawing media. We will draw a variety of subjects including animals, plants, landscapes, portraits, and a variety of still lifes. Class is Free & Grant Funded!

*KateLanglais is a fiscal year 2023 recipient of a Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Painting with Kate (Ages 6-11) Monday,s 4:00 - 5:00 PM. Class runs June 9th- August 11th. Dive into a world of color and be inspired by famous artists. We’ll create a new masterpiece each week and learn about different painting styles. You’ll learn to mix your own colors from just the basic five. Dress for a mess as the paint can stain clothing. Class is Free & Grant-Funded! 

*Kate Langlais is a fiscal year 2023 recipient of a Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Summer Mosaic Panel with Sushila Anderson (June 14) 

Saturday, June 14 from 10 AM - 4:30 PM (with a 30-minute break for lunch!) Bring Summer into your home with a Summer-inspired mosaic on a wood panel! You will craft a stained glass mosaic then grout to add the finishing touch! This class is open for all levels of experience from beginners to regular mosaic crafters! Try something new! Closed-toe shoes are required! Tuition: Member - $110, Non-Member - $122. (Supplies are included in the tuition cost!) 

Paint a Portrait of Your Pet 2.0 with Julie Fakler: June 16 & 17, 5PM-7PM. Ages 14 and up. Member $40.00/Non-Member $48.00. Supply fee $10. Julie will teach you step-by-step on how to paint a portrait of your pet. In class, you’ll learn about under painting, form, shape and color. In the first class we will complete the first layer of colors (paint), and we’ll return the next day to add a second layer of colors (paint). If time allows, more layers can be added to your masterpiece. Wear clothes that can get paint on them. Students must get registered 3 days prior to the start of class.

Paint a Portrait of Your Pet with Artist Julie Fakler: (ages 7 & up, ages 6 & under will need an adult helper!) June 19, 1PM-3PM. Member $20.00/Non-Member $24.00. Supply fee $10. Artist Julie Fakler will teach you step by step how to paint a portrait of your pet. In class you’ll learn about under painting, form, shape and color. Email your pet photo to info@paradisecenterforthearts.org and we can 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.

Acting Fun for Little Ones (Session #1): 6/23, 6/24, 6/25, 6/26, and 6/27 10:00am-11:30am. For Ages 4-7, tuition $85. Each day, students may bring a nut-free snack with them, and students will need to bring a nut-free bag lunch to class June 27. There will be a short performance for family and friends on June 27 at 12:00pm. This class is designed to introduce kids ages 4-7 to the world of theater. We’ll play a variety of acting games to explore imagination and character. These young performers will bring short stories to life through imagination, movement, and playful storytelling! Most importantly we’ll have lots of fun! Class can be repeated. (Scholarships are available.) Instructors: Kayla Mollenhauer, Will McIntyre, and Bea Watts. 

Wheelthrowing 1 Class: (Ages 10+) Monday- Thursday, June 23-26, 9:00 AM-10:30 AM. Glazing Day July 2nd, 9:00 AM - Noon. Member $91/ Non-Member $106. (Tuition includes 8 pounds of clay, then additional clay may be purchased at $2/pound.) This class is for the beginner or someone who has been away from clay for a bit. We will start with the basics of centering, opening and go on from there. Each day Dianne does demos and will guide you through the steps of throwing to achieve pieces on the wheel. Small at first, but as skills progress the pots will get bigger and the walls thinner. Persistence pays off here, but it does take time. This class is a taste of wheelwork.  Larger pots require more time than 4 days to learn the skills, but this class allows you to say, "I've thrown a pot!" and gives you an idea as to whether you would like to continue. Come join us, getting dirty and having fun. Bring a towel and wear clothes that can get dirty. Instructor: Dianne Lockerby

Handbuilding 1 Class: (For all ages -- although kids 4-7 will require an adult helper). Monday-Thursday, June 23-26, 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM. Dianne will glaze your pieces for you. Member $83/ Non-Member $98. (Includes 4 pounds of clay, additional clay may be purchased at $2/pound.) In this class students will turn their ideas into creations with Dianne's help - from creatures/superheroes/ fairies to games, cups and bowls. Let your imagination be your guide. We will also add color and use food safe glazes so creations can even be used with food. Clay and guidance will be provided. Come dressed to get dirty and have fun. Instructor: Dianne Lockerby.

Wheelthrowing 2 Class: (Ages 10+) Monday- Thursday, June 23-26, 12:45 PM -2:15 PM. Glazing Day July 2nd, 9:00 AM - Noon. Member $91/ Non-Member $106. (Tuition includes 8 pounds of clay, then additional clay may be purchased at $2/pound.) This class is for the beginner or someone who has been away from clay for a bit. We will start with the basics of centering, opening and go on from there. Each day Dianne does demos and will guide you through the steps of throwing to achieve pieces on the wheel. Small at first, but as skills progress the pots will get bigger and the walls thinner. Persistence pays off here, but it does take time. This class is a taste of wheelwork.  Larger pots require more time than 4 days to learn the skills, but this class allows you to say, "I've thrown a pot!" and gives you an idea as to whether you would like to continue. Come join us, getting dirty and having fun. Bring a towel and wear clothes that can get dirty. Instructor: Dianne Lockerby

Handbuilding 2 Class: (For all ages -- although kids 4-7 will require an adult helper). Monday- Thursday, June 23-26, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM. Dianne will glaze your pieces for you. Member $83/ Non-Member $98. (Includes 4 pounds of clay, additional clay may be purchased at $2/pound.) In this class students will turn their ideas into creations with Dianne's help - from creatures/superheroes/ fairies to games, cups and bowls. Let your imagination be your guide. We will also add color and use food safe glazes so creations can even be used with food. Clay and guidance will be provided. Come dressed to get dirty and have fun. Instructor: Dianne Lockerby 

Paint a Portrait of your Pet with artist Julie Fakler, with wine: Ages 21 and up. June 23 5:30PM-7:30PM. Member $26.00/Non-Member $30.00. Supply fee $10. Artist Julie Fakler will teach you step by step on how to paint a portrait of your pet. In class you’ll learn about under painting, form, shape and color. Email your pet photo to info@paradisecenterforthearts.org and we can 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.

Quilt in a Day: July 12th 10:00AM – 4:00PM, 30 minutes for lunch. For beginners. Ages 16 and up. Member $55/ Non- Member $66. Supply fee $25. Create a throw size quilt in one day! Students will learn how to piece a quilt top, assemble the three layers of the quilt (top, batting, and back), and tie the quilt. Students will be given precut squares, batting, and quilt back. Students will learn how to sew the quilt squares together using a sewing machine and how to iron the quilt top. All three layers will be sewn together and tied. Students will leave class with a finished throw size quilt, approximately 42”x57”. This is a perfect size for a baby quilt, or a throw for the couch. Kits will be provided and include everything you need to create your quilt. Instructor: Julie Fakler

Bring a lunch to class. Students will be using a sewing machine and iron. No rotary blades, fabric will be precut. Fabric donated by Pat & Katrina. Must be registered July 4th.

Summer Mosaic Panel with Sushila Anderson (July 25)  

Friday, July 25 from 10 AM - 4:30 PM (with a 30-minute break for lunch!) Bring Summer into your home with a Summer-inspired mosaic on a wood panel! You will craft a stained glass mosaic then grout to add the finishing touch! This class is open for all levels of experience from beginners to regular mosaic crafters! Try something new! Closed-toe shoes are required! Tuition: Member - $110, Non-Member - $122. (Supplies are included in the tuition cost!) 

Acting Fun for Little Ones (Session #2): 8/11, 8/12, 8/13, 8/14, and 8/15 from 10:00am-11:30am. For Ages 4-7, tuition $85. Each day, students may bring a nut-free snack with them, and students will need to bring a nut-free bag lunch to class August 15. There will be a short performance for family and friends on August 15 at 12:00pm. This class is designed to introduce kids ages 4-7 to the world of theater. We’ll play a variety of acting games to explore imagination and character. These young performers will bring short stories to life through imagination, movement, and playful storytelling! Most importantly we’ll have lots of fun! Class can be repeated. (Scholarships are available.) Instructors: Kayla Mollenhauer, Will McIntyre, and Bea Watts.

Triangle Quilt with Artist Julie Fakler: Saturdays, August 23 & 30, 10AM-3PM, 30 minutes for lunch. This class is for someone who knows how to use a sewing machine and iron. Ages 16 and up. Member $80/ Non-Member $90. Supply fee $25. Create a 35” X 50” triangle quilt in two sessions! Students will learn how to piece a quilt top and assemble the three layers of the quilt: quilt top, batting, and back. Students will be given precut triangles, batting, and quilt backs. Students will learn how to sew the triangles together using a sewing machine to create the quilt top, and binding. Between the classes students will tie or hand quilt their quilts. Students will return to class to trim their quilts and add binding. Everything you need will be provided by Julie. Instructor: Julie Fakler.

Please bring a lunch to class. Students will use a sewing machine, iron, and rotary blade and will be using a needle and thread to hand sew. Pat Jarrett and Katrina Deyoung-Harper donated the fabric. Students must register by August 8.

Minnesota Wood Cutout Mosaic Panel with Sushila Anderson 

Saturday, August 23 from 10 AM - 4:30 PM (with a 30-minute break for lunch!) Crast a custom Minnesota masterpiece! Learn the art of glass cutting to create a stunning mosaic design on a wood panel shaped like our beautiful state! Finish it off by grouting your creation to bring your design to life! This class is open to students of all levels of experience! Students must wear closed-toe shoes! Tuition: Member - $110, Non-Member - $122. (Supplies are included in the tuition fee!)