Sgraffito is a ceramics technique of carving a design through a surface layer of colored material to reveal the contrasting clay body underneath.  In this workshop, LUX Artist-in- Residence David Kruk will instruct participants on how to use a variety of tools to scratch or carve a design through the top layer of color to achieve illustrative and graphic surfaces.  Participants will get to choose from various forms premade by the instructor and will have the opportunity to carve into both leather hard and bone-dry clay (masks will be provided when carving into bone dry clay).

Join us for this fun workshop and make a one-of-a-kind Father's Day gift.  Create something unique and handmade using clay that lets Dad know that he's the #1 best Dad!  A paying adult must accompany all children age 11 and under. Participants aged 9 and under must share a wheel with a parent/guardian. Teens, ages 12-15, do not need a parent or guardian to stay, but they MUST be reachable in case of emergencies. This class is open to ages 5+.

Pre-registration is required.

Sgraffito is a ceramics technique of carving a design through a surface layer of colored material to reveal the contrasting clay body underneath.  In this workshop, LUX Artist-in- Residence David Kruk will instruct participants on how to use a variety of tools to scratch or carve a design through the top layer of color to achieve illustrative and graphic surfaces.  Participants will get to choose from various forms premade by the instructor and will have the opportunity to carve into both leather hard and bone-dry clay (masks will be provided when carving into bone dry clay).

Sgraffito is a ceramics technique of carving a design through a surface layer of colored material to reveal the contrasting clay body underneath.  In this workshop, LUX Artist-in- Residence David Kruk will instruct participants on how to use a variety of tools to scratch or carve a design through the top layer of color to achieve illustrative and graphic surfaces.  Participants will get to choose from various forms premade by the instructor and will have the opportunity to carve into both leather hard and bone-dry clay (masks will be provided when carving into bone dry clay).

In this 8-week class, students will explore porcelain as a material for wearable art while learning ceramic decorating techniques specifically suited for jewelry making. Participants will design and create porcelain beads, earrings, and pendants, focusing on clean construction, durability, and refined surface detail. Techniques may include stamping, carving, slip decoration, underglaze, decals, luster, and glaze applications.

In this one-day ceramics workshop, participants will learn how to transform their pottery into blooming works of art by carving floral-inspired designs into clay. Using simple carving and surface design techniques, you’ll explore how to shape, layer, and carve into leather-hard clay to create petals and organic textures that make pots resemble flowers. The instructor will cover tool use, carving depth, planning designs, and finishing details to enhance both form and function.

In this playful and hands-on clay camp, kids ages 5–8 will explore the exciting world of clay through imagination, storytelling, and creative building! Young artists will squish, pinch, roll, and sculpt clay as they create meaningful projects such as name plates, food plates, animal sculptures, pinch pots, maracas, and more. Each day invites students to learn new clay skills while turning simple shapes into fun, expressive artworks that reflect who they are and what they love.

This camp is for students age 9–11 and brings the heat with a fun, summer-themed clay adventure! Throughout the week, young artists will learn fundamental handbuilding techniques—such as pinching, coiling, slab building, and sculpting—as they create sunny, seasonal projects inspired by all things summer. From ice-cream bowls and ocean-themed creatures to sunshine sculptures and tropical decorations, campers will explore texture, shape, and form while developing their creativity and confidence in clay.

Step into a world of imagination in this whimsical clay camp for youth age 9–11! Students will learn and practice handbuilding techniques such as coiling, slab building, and pinching as they design and sculpt creations inspired by classic fairytales and magical worlds. Campers might build enchanted castles, fairy cottages, dragon lairs, magical creatures, or storybook-inspired sculptures—all brought to life through their creativity and craftsmanship. This camp is perfect for young artists who love storytelling and want to transform their ideas into three-dimensional works of art.

Dive into the colorful world of storybooks! This camp for kids, age 5–8, combines the magic of classic Eric Carle stories with hands-on art adventures. Campers will explore beloved books like The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? and create their own artwork inspired by the stories. Using mixed media techniques—including layering, painting, colored pencils, ink, and collage—students will experiment with textures, colors, and patterns to bring their illustrations to life.