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.

Holly & Berries Watercolor Class with Marcie Hayunga: Thursdays, November 5th & 12th from 6:00 - 8:30 PM. Adult Class (18+). Join us and let your creativity flourish! 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! Tuition: Member - $70, Non-Member - $80. (Includes a $20 supply fee!)

Winter Sunrise with Birch Trees Watercolor Class with Marcie Hayunga: Saturday, November 7th from 12:00 - 4:00 PM. Adult Class (18+). Join us and let your creativity flourish! 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! Tuition: Member - $60, Non-Member - $68. (Includes a $20 supply fee!) 

Paint a Portrait of your Pet with artist Julie Fakler: (ages 7 & up, ages 6 & under will need an adult helper!) Tuesday, November 10, 5pm-7pm. Member $20.00/Non-Member $24.00. Supply fee $12. 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 register 3 days before the start of class.

Intro to Stained Glass - Copper Foil Method: Saturday, November 14th from 10 AM - 4 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.

Stained Glass Night Light with Sandra Sargent: Tuesday, November 17th from 6 - 9 PM. (18+) Create a warm glow with your own handmade stained glass night light. In this beginner-friendly class, students will learn the basics of cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering while assembling a small glass design mounted to a night light base. A variety of glass colors and simple patterns will be available, making this a fun and approachable introduction to stained glass. Students will complete their piece in approximately 4 hours. Tuition: Member - $70, Non-Member - $78. (Supplies included in tuition!) Class is held at Studio Underground, 318 Central Ave, basement level and taught by Sandra Sargent from Bending Sunlight Glassworks.

Stained Glass Ornament Workshop With Sandra Sargent: Saturday, November 21st from 10 AM - 1 PM. Unlock your creativity during this holiday season while learning the timeless art of stained glass in our Stained Glass Ornament Workshop! Whether you are looking to explore a new artistic endeavor, or simply enjoy a creative day, this hands-on class is the perfect environment to learn and create. You will create up to 2 ornaments that will add a touch of elegance to your home or make cherished gifts for loved ones. Class is approximately 3 hours and no prior stained glass experience is required. All materials and tools will be provided, including a variety of glass colors and textures. Wear comfortable clothing (that can get dirty) and closed toed shoes. Class will be held across the street from the Paradise (318 Central Ave. N Faribault, MN 55021) at Sandra's private studio!Tuition: Member - $35, Non-Member - $40 (Plus a $35 Supply Fee!) 

Stained Glass Ornament Workshop With Sandra Sargent: Saturday, November 21st from 1 - 4 PM. Unlock your creativity during this holiday season while learning the timeless art of stained glass in our Stained Glass Ornament Workshop! Whether you are looking to explore a new artistic endeavor, or simply enjoy a creative day, this hands-on class is the perfect environment to learn and create. You will create up to 2 ornaments that will add a touch of elegance to your home or make cherished gifts for loved ones. Class is approximately 3 hours and no prior stained glass experience is required. All materials and tools will be provided, including a variety of glass colors and textures. Wear comfortable clothing (that can get dirty) and closed toed shoes. Class will be held across the street from the Paradise (318 Central Ave. N Faribault, MN 55021) at Sandra's private studio!Tuition: Member - $35, Non-Member - $40 (Plus a $35 Supply Fee!) 

Portrait of your Pet in Clay with artist Julie Fakler: Ages 16 and up.  Member $57/ Non-Member $66. Supply fee: $12.  November 24, 5:30 pm- 7:00 pm; December 1, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm; and December 8, 5:30 pm- 6:30 pm. Julie will teach you step-by-step how to create a portrait of your pet in clay. In class, you will learn about composition, carving clay, color, and underglazing. November 24, students will carve their pet portrait in a slab of clay. December 1, students will glaze their pet portrait. On December 8, we will meet to see how the students' pieces turned out and do a little show-and-tell. Students will have time to socialize and share their art-making experience with fellow classmates. Email your pet photo(s) to info@paradisecenterforthearts.org , and Julie will print your photo on cardstock. Please email your photo to Julie by November 21. Wear clothes that can get dirty to class. 

Stained Glass Ornament Workshop With Sandra Sargent: Tuesday, November 24th from 6 - 9 PM. Unlock your creativity during this holiday season while learning the timeless art of stained glass in our Stained Glass Ornament Workshop! Whether you are looking to explore a new artistic endeavor, or simply enjoy a creative day, this hands-on class is the perfect environment to learn and create. You will create up to 2 ornaments that will add a touch of elegance to your home or make cherished gifts for loved ones. Class is approximately 3 hours and no prior stained glass experience is required. All materials and tools will be provided, including a variety of glass colors and textures. Wear comfortable clothing (that can get dirty) and closed toed shoes. Class will be held across the street from the Paradise (318 Central Ave. N Faribault, MN 55021) at Sandra's private studio!Tuition: Member - $35, Non-Member - $40 (Plus a $35 Supply Fee!) 

Holiday “Crafternoon” Mosaic Class with Caron Learned: Friday, December 4th from 1 PM - 4 PM. The perfect way to end the week!  Come jingle all the way over to this lovely holiday art experience!  Join us for a special holiday "crafternoon" featuring local handmade ceramic tile.

Project will be a choice of square or rectangle wood panel. Pick your favorite tile colors, and create your one of a kind design.  Enjoy art, and holiday treats with new friends, and share in the magic of mosaic art! Class will be divided into 3 parts: Tile cutting, glue, and grouting demo. All supplies included in price. Close toed shoes required.  Ages 13 and up!  Cheers! Tuition: Member - $75, Non-Member - $80. (Includes a $40 Supply Fee!) 

Intro to Stained Glass - Copper Foil Method: Saturday, December 5th from 10 AM - 4 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.

Intro to Stained Glass - Copper Foil Method: Tuesdays, December 8th & 15th 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.

Stained Glass Night Light with Sandra Sargent: Saturday, December 19th from 10 AM - 1 PM. (18+) Create a warm glow with your own handmade stained glass night light. In this beginner-friendly class, students will learn the basics of cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering while assembling a small glass design mounted to a night light base. A variety of glass colors and simple patterns will be available, making this a fun and approachable introduction to stained glass. Students will complete their piece in approximately 4 hours. Tuition: Member - $70, Non-Member - $78. (Supplies included in tuition!) Class is held at Studio Underground, 318 Central Ave, basement level and taught by Sandra Sargent from Bending Sunlight Glassworks.

Quilt in a Day with Artist Julie Fakler: January 23, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 30 minutes for lunch. For beginners. Ages 16 and up. Member $57/ 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 receive precut squares, batting, and a 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” x 57”. This is a perfect size for a baby quilt or a couch throw. 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 an iron. No rotary blades; fabric will be pre-cut. Fabric donated by Pat & Katrina. Must be registered by January 15th.