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• Kids and Teens Page Look through the FEED on the Kids Page for all the Kids and Teens Art classes offered at the Firehouse.

• Figure Drawing Group. Look through the FEED on the Workshop Page for a Thursday session, starting Jan 11, 2024. Or look through the Figure Drawing Landing Page. Call 813-645-7651 or book online, $15 cash tuition is due at the door. 6:00 – 9:00 pm on Thursdays, Jan 11 – March 14, 2024. See available dates here.
Strengthen your skills in our monitored figure drawing session with a variety of timed poses. Bring your chalk, paint, charcoal or pencil, you choose the medium. Model varies by session.

• Intro to Wheel Throwing Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing.
Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult. One time or 4 visits package.
Look through the FEED on the Workshop Page or Intro to Wheel Throwing Landing Page for a class. Call 813-645-7651 Saturdays, 12:30 – 2:30 pm. Begins Sat. Feb. 2 – Sat. Dec. 14, 2023.

Workshops in Partnership with the Tampa Museum of Art (TMA)  Link to Firehouse Page listing all TMA Workshops.

• Studio 55 | Mixed Media Collage with Susan | TMA@Firehouse Studio 55 is the new community programming sponsored by Tampa Museum of Art for adults 55 and older to connect over art and artmaking.
Mixed Media Collage is an eight-week course full of artistic experimentation with mixed techniques and embellishment.
This class is Sundays, 1 – 4 pm. May 12 – June 30 (8 classes) – attend at The Firehouse in Ruskin..

SPRING 2024 FCC CLASSES:

• Drama/Comedy Theater for Kids Firehouse Cultural Center in partnership with Patel Conservatory @Straz Center presents: Drama/Comedy Theater for Kids.
Free Event: Wednesdays, Sept. 13 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Schedule follows Hillsborough School Calendar. This program will conclude with “Show Off Production” for all to see. Limited Space for ages 7 – 16. Free Programming provided by Patel Conservatory. Underwritten by The Straz. Wednesdays, Sept. 13 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm.

• Clay Warriors Pottery Programs Working with clay is a healthy way to focus your attention in a positive and creative way. Pottery allows you to escape the worries of life and shift your focus toward your creation. Free for Veterans. Veterans Only 1 time Workshop Friday, May 31, 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Please click through to see days & times available for all classes. Call to register: 813-645-7651.

• Pottery 101 You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Package of 4 classes. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am, beginning Friday Feb 9, 2024.

• Paint it Your Way: Watercolor or Acrylic Your Choice! Share the love of painting while enriching your skill set, no matter the medium. Instructor: Helen Solomon. Mondays, April 29 – June 10, 2024. No Class Memorial Day. Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm.

• Orchestral Strings Studio Private one-on-one lesson! Private instruction is available for violin, viola, cello, bass and theory. Classes are available at the Annex and Firehouse Cultural Center.
Starting May 7, 2024. Click through for Registration Details or call (813) 503-6818.

• Metalsmithing Jewelry – May 25 Create either a cuff bracelet or pendant. Add hammered texture to pre – cut shapes of brass and cooper then learn how to add sterling silver to your show piece by learning how to rivet. Instructor: Kate Hamilton. All Materials Supplied. Saturday, May 25 from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

• Kids Clay Experience Day Kids can get dirty and not be in trouble! Make projects that will be glazed and fired & be introduced to the wheel. Fee: $20 per child. All materials included. Tuesday June 4. 2:30 to 3:30 pm. Ages 7 to 14.

Adult Ceramics:

• Adult Clay – Thursday Evening Adults. Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Book by the month! January – December 2024.
• Adult Clay – A.M. Tuesdays- NEW Adults. Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Book by the month! January – December 2024.
• Adult Clay – A.M. Thursdays- NEW Adults. Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Book by the month! January – December 2024.
• Adult Clay – A.M. Fridays- NEW Adults. Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Book by the month! January – December 2024.

Firehouse Cultural Center partners in the Arts in Education Program with the: Arts Council of Hillsborough County and Hillsborough County School System as a venue for high quality performances for students.
Click on the title to be taken to our School & Kids / Family Live Theater Page which outlines new Field Trips and Live Theater for the 2023 Spring Season.

Homeschool Art Activities at the Firehouse.

Firehouse Summer Camp 2024:
Now Enrolling Campers! See Our Summer Camp Page, or for information, please email questions to: email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Firehouse Residency public programs provide direct and intensive experience with significant artists, performers and writers in a full range of the arts. THESE WORKSHOPS ARE NOW POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

TMA Teen Art is a program that partners with the Tampa Museum of Art to give teens the opportunity to create and learn. In these hands-on studio art classes, teens explore a variety of mediums and work closely with our innovative local teaching artists. With mentorship and socialization at the forefront, you’ll learn about different paths in art while developing your skills and experimenting with new techniques. All Materials Provided.