Artisan Center Classes
The NWTC Artisan Center offers non-credit community classes as well as credit certificate classes.
For students ages 14-17 participating in non-youth classes, parents/guardians must complete this waiver and send to Artisan.Center@nwtc.edu
Class Registration Timeline
Use this general guide to plan ahead for registration:
Fall Term (Blocks 6 & 7) – Registration typically opens late June or early July
Spring Semester (Blocks 1, 2, 3) – Registration typically opens late September or early October
Summer Semester (Blocks 4 & 5) – Registration typically opens late March
Note: Specific registration dates and times may vary. Please contact our front desk staff for the most up-to-date information.
Looking for more in-depth information about what happens in each class?
Learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting including composition, color theory, life drawing, and more in our 2D studio space. You can expect to complete both warm up exercises and finished works in each of our 2D classes. In addition to the core classes, workshops are offered regularly to provide the chance to practice a particular skill or technique in the 2D realm.
he Fused Glass Studio offers classes that teach you how to cut, construct, fire, and slump glass as well as coldwork techniques. A variety of colorful glass is always on hand and included in most registration fees. In addition to our core classes, workshops are offered frequently and provide the opportunity to create unique gifts and decor. Enjoy a studio fully equipped with a grinder, cutting tools, and plenty of space to practice and create beautiful glass art.
This studio hosts beginner level sewing classes and workshops that include introductory hand and machine sewing techniques. The space features a large cutting table, dress mannequins and classroom sets of Bernina and Singer sewing machines.
This studio is focused on small metals including opportunities to try your hand at jewelry and sculptural techniques. You can expect to practice soldering, stone setting, creating cold connections and more in one of our jewelry-making classes or try out sculptural welding in a garden art workshop. The studio features acetylene torches, multiple flex shafts, buffing equipment, and a large assortment of hand tools to allow you to bring your creative vision to life.
The Wood Studio features premier woodturning lathes and classes in both woodturning and pyrography (woodburning). We offer the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of turning basic shapes such as door stops and rolling pins, have intermediate classes focused on bowls and vessels, and invite you to progress to learn advanced skills like segmented turning and fine-turned spindles through specialty workshops. The studio boasts a classroom set of Powermatic lathes, along with class sets of gouges, dust collection, sharpening tools, and more.
Youth Participation
Youth Participation (Ages 14–17)
We welcome young artists ages 14–17 to join regular classes!
To participate, youth must have a signed waiver from a parent or legal guardian on file before the first class session.
Please note:
Youth must be able to work independently alongside adult learners.
Some classes may involve tools or materials that require instructor approval for youth participation.
Waivers are available onsite or can be downloaded [here].
Have questions about whether a class is the right fit? Contact us—we're happy to help you find the right creative opportunity.