02/02/2023  – 03/05/2023

9:30 am – 11:30 am
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 – December 2024.

02/27/2023

10:00 am – 11:30 am
Homeschool Metalsmithing
Homeschool Metalsmithing
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

Hammer, Stamp & Texture Copper & Brass precut shapes; then rivet together to create your unique metal works of Art. Monday, Feb. 27, from 10:00 to 11:30. Ages 7 to 11.

02/27/2023  – 04/03/2023

1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Painting with Watercolors
Painting with Watercolors
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL

You will explore color, dive into a variety of brush strokes from flat washes to dancing with your brushes; techniques from wet to scrubbing; and more. This class is for all levels, heighten your skills or find your hidden talent. NEW DATES: Mondays, Feb. 27 thru April 3, 2023.

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Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, August 1, 2024 – Sunday, September 1, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
Adult Clay - Thursday Evening
Thursday, August 1, 2024 – Sunday, September 1, 2024    
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2024 - Dec 2024.
Pottery 101 - 2024
Friday, August 2, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
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. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Pottery 101
Friday, August 2, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
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. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
Friday, August 2, 2024 – Tuesday, August 27, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
Metalsmithing Jewelry
Saturday, August 3, 2024    
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Metalsmithing Bracelet or Pendant: You create either a cuff bracelet or pendant. Add hammered texture to pre – cut shapes of brass and copper then add sterling silver to your show piece by learning how to rivet. All Materials Supplied. Saturday, Aug 3 from 10:00 – 11:30 am.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 3, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
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.
Adult Clay - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 – Friday, September 6, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! 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! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Tuesdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2024 - Dec 2024.
Mermaids Only: Resin Frame Art Party! Aug 7.
Wednesday, August 7, 2024    
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Mermaids Only: Resin Frame Art Party! Wednesday, Aug. 7 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm All Materials Supplied. This event is for adults. Cost is $55 per person. Location is The Firehouse. CALL 813-894-8595 to register.
Pottery 101 - 2024
Friday, August 9, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
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. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Art Play Date – TMA@Firehouse – Aug 10
Saturday, August 10, 2024    
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Each Art Play Date Session is a stand-alone session for caregiver and child artist to play with materials and create a collaborative project. This class is Saturday, Aug 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Firehouse Cultural Center.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 10, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
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.
TMA Workshop - Teen Workshop - Aug 10
Saturday, August 10, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Teen artists will explore a variety of mediums and work closely with innovative local teaching artists. With mentorship and socialization at the forefront, they’ll learn about different paths in art while developing their skills and experimenting with new techniques. Supplies Included. This class is Saturday, Aug 10, 12:30 - 2:30 pm, Firehouse Cultural Center.
Mermaids Only: Paint Party! Aug 14.
Wednesday, August 14, 2024    
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Come Paint 2 foot Mermaids on wooden Plank Boards and embellish with shells/gems! Wednesday, Aug. 14 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm All Materials Supplied. This event is for adults. Cost is $60 per person. Location is The Firehouse. CALL 813-894-8595 to register.
Pottery 101 - 2024
Friday, August 16, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
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. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 17, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
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.
Mermaids Only: Jellyfish Art Party! Aug 21.
Wednesday, August 21, 2024    
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Mermaids Only: Jellyfish Art Party! Wednesday, Aug. 21 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm All Materials Supplied. This event is for adults. Cost is $55 per person. Location is The Firehouse. CALL 813-894-8595 to register.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 24, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
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.
Mermaids Only: Make a Pair of Wine Glasses! Aug 28.
Wednesday, August 28, 2024    
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Mermaids Only: Make a Pair of Wine Glasses! Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm All Materials Supplied. This event is for adults. Cost is $45 per person. Location is The Firehouse. CALL 813-894-8595 to register.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 31, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
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.
Events on Thursday, August 1, 2024
Events on Friday, August 2, 2024
Pottery 101 - 2024
2 Aug 24
Ruskin
Pottery 101
2 Aug 24
Ruskin
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
2 Aug 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, August 3, 2024
Metalsmithing Jewelry
3 Aug 24
Ruskin
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
3 Aug 24
Ruskin
Events on Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Adult Clay - A.M. Tuesdays
6 Aug 24
Ruskin
Events on Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Events on Friday, August 9, 2024
Pottery 101 - 2024
9 Aug 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, August 10, 2024
Events on Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Events on Friday, August 16, 2024
Pottery 101 - 2024
16 Aug 24
Ruskin
Events on Saturday, August 17, 2024
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
17 Aug 24
Ruskin
Events on Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Events on Saturday, August 24, 2024
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
24 Aug 24
Ruskin
Events on Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Events on Saturday, August 31, 2024
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
31 Aug 24
Ruskin