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Workshops in Partnership with the Tampa Museum of Art (TMA)

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SPRING 2026 FCC CLASSES:

Figure Drawing Group. Second and Fourth Thursday of the month, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm., beginning Thursday, January 8, 2026. Look through the Figure Drawing Landing Page. Call 813-645-7651 or book online, $15 cash tuition is due at the door. 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. Open to all (18 and up).

Open Pottery Studio For a Tuesday or Thursday morning session, or Thursday Evening session: Look through the Open Pottery Studio Landing Page. Call 813-645-7651 or book online. 9:30 am – Noon, Tuesdays or Thursdays, OR Thursday Evening from 6:00 – 8:30 pm. March – Dec 18, 2025. 4 session fee, each day is it’s own session.
Open Pottery Studio – a supervised, creative space where potters of all skill levels can explore, practice, and perfect their craft. This monitored environment ensures safety and support while offering access to professional-grade tools, wheels, and kilns. Whether you are hand-building, throwing, or glazing, our staff is available during all open studio hours to assist, answer questions, and maintain a safe, respectful studio atmosphere. Must have class experience to attend. Adults.

• Intro to the Pottery Wheel  You’ll discover the joy of working with clay in this hands-on, beginner to intermediate course focused on the fundamentals of wheel throwing. In 5 weeks, you’ll learn how to center clay, pull walls, and shape basic forms like bowls, mugs, and cylinders. We’ll also cover trimming, surface decoration, and glazing techniques so you can finish and fire your own unique pieces. No experience necessary – just bring your curiosity and willingness to get your hands dirty! Includes 25 lbs. of clay, glaze and firing.
Thursdays, March 26 – April 23 (5 weeks).

• Paint It Your Way Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some painting experience, this class offers an enriching journey tailored to your pace and interests. Choose the medium that suits you—watercolor or acrylic—and unlock your creative potential. Instructor: Michael Parker. Mondays, April 6 thru May 11, 2026, Six (6) week class. Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm.

• Youth Art Class: Ages 10 and up: April 28 Come explore exciting new ways to create in this hands-on art class designed for young artists. Tues, April 28 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.

• Mother’s Day Jewelry for Adults For Adults: Join mom for a memorable treat or come alone and create a unique gift to present to mom on her special day! Friday, May 8 from 1:00 pm.

• Garden Glass Fusing – May 16 Garden Glass Fusing. You choose your pattern and colors in creating your colorful glass garden creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. Saturday, May 16th from 2:00 – 3:30 pm. This class will be in the FCC ANNEX.

• Garden Glass Fusing – May 19 Flower Garden Glass Fusing. You choose your pattern and colors in creating your colorful glass garden creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. Tuesday, May 19th from 10:00 – 11:30 am. This class will be in the FCC ANNEX.

• Kids Pottery Class – 3-Session Series for Homeschool. Ages 5 to 9 – Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this fun and interactive 3-session pottery series designed just for kids! Tuesdays, May 19, June 2 & 16, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm.

• From Mud to Magic – Kids Pottery Ages 10 and Up Mud to Magic Kids Pottery Class – 3-Session Series for HOMESCHOOL. Ages 10 and Up – Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this fun and interactive 3-session pottery series designed just for kids! Tuesdays, May 26, June 9 & June 23, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm..

• Ocean Wave Jewelry Create a beautiful ocean wave bracelet and pair of drop earrings with pearl accents, sized just for your wrist or desired earring length. Choose from a variety of freshwater and glass pearls in a wide selection of colors and sizes to create your pieces. You also have the option to create a drop necklace or a ring as an alternative. Come join the fun! Monday, June 1, 10:30 am

• Decoupage Shells Workshop Make your own decoupage shells to use as decorations, trinket dishes or soap dishes. A wide choice of designs will be offered. Includes all tools and supplies needed to make two large shells and a shell ornament. Monday, June 1, 1:30 pm.