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5.0 (3 reviews)
Closed • 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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8 years ago

Was very helpful and inspiring for a professional like me who had no time to commit for full time art study.

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Northern Clay Center - An adult student making a vase on the pottery wheel.

Northern Clay Center

4.1(18 reviews)
4.4 mi•Seward
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I took a group class at Northern Clay center and it was amazing! We had 11 brand new students…read morelearning about throwing pottery for the first time (so we all needed individual attention) and the instructor was so friendly and able to help us all! I thought maybe we would each make one piece, but we each got to make 4 or 5 bowl-like objects (you got to pick) and to paint them. We also used the break room to order food, since pottery in the morning was hungry work. Northern Clay is giant inside- I had not idea looking at it from the street. There is a parking lot right by the building, so you don't have to worry about street parking. We had a great time, and will be back to pick up or art in 3 weeks! I definitely recommend the group classes or private parties, which came out to ~$50 per person.

I came here to buy a couple gifts and was not disappointed. I'd browsed some of their selection…read moreonline and saw all the pieces they'd advertised on display in their showroom. The pottery is grouped by artist, which made it easy to limit my browsing to only the styles I liked. I will note that (at least on the day I visited) they very heavily feature artists whose style is natural and rustic, which isn't bad, but for the prices they charge I was looking for something more sophisticated. I know all pottery takes a lot of work, but I'm not going to spend $80 on a misshapen mug. The items do focus pretty heavily on dishes and cups/mugs, which made gift shopping a little difficult, since I wasn't about to buy a surprise dinnerware set for someone. The person manning the front desk was very helpful and brought out more pieces from the back room of artists I liked. She was also able to share with me which pieces were and were not dishwasher safe. I left with a good selection of gifts and would definitely come back again.

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Northern Clay Center - Adult students working on the pottery wheel.

Adult students working on the pottery wheel.

Northern Clay Center - Adult students in a workshop.

Adult students in a workshop.

Northern Clay Center - Guests looking at pottery at an exhibition opening.

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Guests looking at pottery at an exhibition opening.

Douglas Beasley Photography - Vision Quest Photo Workshops - photo by Doug Beasley

Douglas Beasley Photography - Vision Quest Photo Workshops

5.0(2 reviews)
4.7 mi•St. Anthony Park

Doug Beasley is a gifted photographer who is able to communicate his unique take on the practical…read moreas well as more esoteric aspects of seeing through the camera lens through photo workshops held all over the world. I've been fortunate to participate in two classes held at Breitenbush Hot Springs in Oregon. I came away from both with a renewed sense of creative possibilities not just through photography, but in my life in general. Doug's classes helped inspire me to make the (very scary) jump from corporate advertising to food styling and teaching graphic design. The classes are low key, casual and fun with class participation encouraged. Doug brings a wonderful spirit of love and kindness to each workshop. They are well worth the reasonable tuition.

I recently took Doug Beasley's workshop Zen of Photography at Breitenbush, Oregon…read more Doug's talent, personality, use of poetry, meditation and amazing quotes makes Doug a step ahead of any Photography workshop I have taken. It was life changing. Doug gently leads you through 5 days of how to see without your mind but your heart and your eyes. He mixes in photo exercises, talks, meditation and his gift of giving you space to be creative. I have been looking for a photographer who does workshops in a unique way and Doug is the man. Judi H.

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Douglas Beasley Photography - Vision Quest Photo Workshops - From Breitenbush, Oregon - Zen and the Art of Photography workshop - photo by Karen Jones

From Breitenbush, Oregon - Zen and the Art of Photography workshop - photo by Karen Jones

Douglas Beasley Photography - Vision Quest Photo Workshops - Photo by Doug Beasley

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Photo by Doug Beasley

Quench Jewelry Arts - This specialty art studio provides an innovative and inviting atmosphere to inspire jewelry & art enthusiasts alike.

Quench Jewelry Arts

5.0(2 reviews)
7.2 mi•Northeast

This place is fabulous!! If you're looking for a fun new hobby or if you've ever wanted to learn to…read moremake jewelry, I highly recommend Quench. Every time I walk through the door here, I instantly smile. The positive vibes and warm welcoming energy meets you at the door. It is located in the Casket Arts building but has its own entrance on the side. The owner, Sarah, and all of the teachers that lead classes here are very helpful and enthusiastic about seeing and help students succeed. They have multiple ways and ideas to do things. Classes start with a hand out being given and an overview of what to expect. They put you at ease and help troubleshoot issues. I gain more confidence in this craft every time I come here and am more excited and enthusiastic about continuing. If the scheduled classes don't work for you schedule or you have a group of friends with whom you'd like to have a jewelry making party, consider hosting a private class. I've done this and had a ton of fun! After taking classes and learning the basics, come back for open studio hours. I can't say enough about this place! It is an absolute joy to learn and work among the people here.

Wow. I am one lucky girl…read more I've been trying to find a creative endeavor that I enjoy and am half-way decent at (throwing ceramics wasn't it). I've done a bunch of welding and metal work, mostly on a larger scale, but I recall taking a jewelry metal smithing class back in college or high school -- not sure, it all kind of blends together now. But I liked it, and I like the idea that I can make something that I not only enjoy myself, but possibly sell at some point. Anyway, being new-ish in town, I asked around at some jewelry events where I would be able to take classes and everyone I spoke to recommended Quench. I signed up for the Bezel class to get reacquainted with the tools, and was especially excited that we would leave with a piece of jewelry we made! The teacher, Sarah, was fantastic. She demonstrated everything meticulously & expertly, emphasized safety, gave us little tricks to correct mistakes, and was all around just great -- very encouraging & supportive too. The students were too -- really varied, but everyone was supportive and sharing. A great group of ladies. There was a daughter and her mom there, friends together, people just there because they wanted to improve their skills -- women of all ages. I thought the instructor was just a really great teacher and thought that Quench was so fortunate to have someone so good on their teaching team. And the whole studio seems so well-thought out from the layout to the classes and open studios -- I thought it was maybe a large operation that several people had invested their time and money in. After asking some questions, I learned that, Sarah, my humble instructor is THE sole founder of Quench. I am impressed. I've heard the other instructors are good too, but I feel really fortunate that I got to learn from the woman who started the studio and is really a hub for the jewelry arts in the Twin Cities. I can't wait to take more classes and make more jewelry. Check out their website for classes and open bench times. If you're experienced, you can use the studio for $10 an hour on many days.

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