​ArtSmart Trout Lake offers hands-on classes in support of our mission to foster arts education for all ages in the greater Trout Lake community. Scroll to view all upcoming class offerings and link to registration. Class sizes are limited, so secure your spot today!

CRAFT: Candle Making

Instructor: Keiran Best
Date: cancelled, TBD
Location:
Cost: $50.00
Learn to make and cure scented soy wax container candles. You’ll go home with 2-3 candles and resources to set you on your candle making path. (Ages 10+)

CREATIVE WRITING: Storytelling

Instructor: Ash Wylder
June 17, 11:00am-2:00pm
Location: Trout Lake Hall, 98650
​Cost: $80.00
Learn to craft and tell stories in joyful and relatable ways using
techniques that help you connect deeply with the heart of your story
and the ears of your listeners. Great for new and experienced storytellers. (Ages 18+)

FIBER ARTS: Fresh Leaf Indigo Dyeing

Instructor: Julie Beeler
Date: July 22, 10:00am-4:00pm
Location: Bloom & Dye Studio
Cost: $150.00
Harvest fresh indigo and learn simple techniques for creating a range of blues from light to dark on silk, wool and cotton fibers. Explore the art of shibori and play with freshly extracted pigment to paint and print on fabric. (Ages 16+)

CRAFT: Paper Flowers

Instructor: Jenna Lechner
Date: August 19, 10:00am-12:00pm (date change from newsletter)
Location: Trout Lake (address provided upon registration)
​Cost: $50.00
Learn the art of making paper flowers using Italian crepe paper,
wire, and glue. Leave class with a completed life-like chrysanthemum paper sculpture. (Ages 14+)

FIBER ARTS: Beginning Embroidery

Instructor: Jenna Lechner
Date: August 19, 2:00-4:00pm (date change from newsletter)
​Location: Trout Lake (address provided upon registration)
Cost: $60.00
Learn the art of embroidery by creating a sampler of 8 different stitches including the blanket stitch, backstitch, French knot, and more. (Ages 14+)

CRAFT: Handbuilding Pottery

Instructor: Dyana Fiediga
Dates: Wednesdays, Sept 13-Oct 4, 5:30-7:30pm
​Location: Cave Creek Farm
​Cost: $155.00
Learn the basics of handbuilding pottery planters, bowls, and more. This 4 session class covers pinch, coil, slab work, and glazing.
(Ages 12+)
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