Workshops in Partnership with the Tampa Museum of Art (TMA)
Link to Firehouse Page listing all TMA Workshops.
• TMA Workshop – Teen Workshop. 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 select Tuesdays, 6-8 PM, May 13, May 27, Aug 5, Aug 26 (4 classes) at the Firehouse Cultural Center.
• Studio 55: Collage with Mary Correa -TMA@Firehouse. Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists.- attend at The Firehouse in Ruskin. Click through for Tuition details. May 4 – Jul 6 (8 classes).
• Art Play Date – TMA@Firehouse- Select Saturdays. Make a date with your little one and create together. This course will explore art-making for ages 4 to 11. It’s a chance for children and their caregivers to make collaborative work together inspired by works on view at the Tampa Museum of Art. Forget fridge-worthy; create memories & art with a special place in your heart and on your wall. Each registration covers 1 caregiver artist + 1 child artist. Supplies Included. Select Saturdays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, May 10, June 14, July 12, Aug 9 (4 classes) at The Firehouse Cultural Center.
• Remix TMA@Firehouse. Remix* TMA@Firehouse: Remix is a series of make-and-take art workshops for adults inspired by the Museum’s current exhibitions with a new project every month. Workshops are designed to be enjoyed by participants of any skill level and all materials are provided. Attend class at The Firehouse Cultural Center. Ages 18 and up. Select Saturdays, May 24 through Aug 23, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. (4 classes).
SPRING/SUMMER 2025 FCC CLASSES:
Figure Drawing Group. For a Thursday session, starting Jan. 16, 2025, 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, Sept 12, 2024 – June 12, 2025. Will be at FCC Annex building starting Jan. 16th.
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.
Adult Pottery For a Tuesday or Thursday session, starting March, 2025, look through the Adult Pottery Landing Page. Call 813-645-7651 or book online. 9:30 am – Noon, on Tuesdays or Thursdays, March 2025 – Dec 18, 2025. Will be at FCC Annex building starting March 2025.
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.
• 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, Mar. 17 – April 21, 2025, Six (6) week class. Time: 1:30 – 3:30 pm.
• April Flowers Glass Fusing Workshop – Apr 19 ou choose your pattern and colors in creating your colorful glass sea creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Saturday, April 19 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm.
• April Flowers Glass Fusing Workshop – Apr 22 ou choose your pattern and colors in creating your colorful glass sea creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Tuesday, April 22 from 10:00 – 11:30 am.
• Teen Clay Creators – Session 1 Unleash your creativity this summer! Designed for ages 12–16, this hands-on experience introduces teens to the exciting world of pottery, from hand-building techniques to wheel-throwing and glazing. Beginners or our skilled instructors will guide you through fun and engaging projects, allowing you to explore texture, form, and color. Session 1 (2 weeks) June 9 through June 20 (Mon, Wed, Fri) .
• Teen Clay Creators – Session 2 Unleash your creativity this summer! Designed for ages 12–16, this hands-on experience introduces teens to the exciting world of pottery, from hand-building techniques to wheel-throwing and glazing. Beginners or our skilled instructors will guide you through fun and engaging projects, allowing you to explore texture, form, and color. Session 2 (2 weeks) June 23 through July 4 (Mon, Wed, Fri) .
• Teen Clay Creators – Session 3 Unleash your creativity this summer! Designed for ages 12–16, this hands-on experience introduces teens to the exciting world of pottery, from hand-building techniques to wheel-throwing and glazing. Beginners or our skilled instructors will guide you through fun and engaging projects, allowing you to explore texture, form, and color. Session 3 (2 weeks) July 14 through July 25 (Mon, Wed, Fri). .
• Teen Clay Creators – Session 4 Unleash your creativity this summer! Designed for ages 12–16, this hands-on experience introduces teens to the exciting world of pottery, from hand-building techniques to wheel-throwing and glazing. Beginners or our skilled instructors will guide you through fun and engaging projects, allowing you to explore texture, form, and color. Session 4 (2 weeks) July 28 through Aug 8 (Mon, Wed, Fri). .
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, Mar .17 – April 21, 2025, Six (6) week class. Time: 1:30 – 3:30 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. Tuesdays: 9:30am – Noon. Adults. Book Monthly, Mar 2025 – Dec 2025. 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 – Noon. Adults. Book Monthly, Mar 2025 – Dec 2025. 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 – Noon. Adults. Book Monthly, Mar 2025 – Dec 2025. April Flowers Glass Fusing Workshop. You choose your pattern and colors in creating your colorful glass sea creation. This 4 x 6 glass art will brighten any room or window. All Skill Levels Welcome, and all Materials Supplied. Every Thursday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Will be at FCC Annex building starting Jan. 16th. 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. Please reserve online or by phone, 813-645-7651. Reservations are Limited. Your $15 cash tuition is due at the door. 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 – Noon. Adults. Book Monthly, Mar 2025 – Dec 2025. Every Thursday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Will be at FCC Annex building starting Jan. 16th. 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. Please reserve online or by phone, 813-645-7651. Reservations are Limited. Your $15 cash tuition is due at the door. Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists. Sundays, 1 – 4 pm. May 4 through July 6 (8 classes). 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 – Noon. Adults. Book Monthly, Mar 2025 – Dec 2025.
03/17/2025 – 04/21/2025
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL
03/25/2025 – 04/29/2025
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL
04/01/2025 – 05/02/2025
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL
04/03/2025 – 05/04/2025
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL
04/22/2025
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL
Tuesday, April 22 from 10:00 – 11:30 am.
04/24/2025
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL
05/01/2025 – 06/01/2025
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL
05/01/2025
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL
05/04/2025 – 07/06/2025
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL
05/06/2025 – 06/06/2025
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin FL
