ART WORKSHOPS
Monday Open Studio
This non-instructional class provides artists with the studio tools, materials, and support to work on their own independent art projects.
April 7 - June 9 | 3:00-4:30pm | $200
Registration Closed!
Tuesday Virtual Art Club
New Workshop Offering!
Virtual art club meets weekly on Zoom where artists share a virtual space to work on and share their art.
April 15 - June 17 (no class May 27!) | 2:00-3:00pm | $150
Registration Closed!
Wednesday Skillshare
Taught by many local artists, this weekly class gives artists the chance to expand their creative practice and dabble in many mediums.
April 9 - May 28 | 3:00-4:30pm | $200
Registration Closed!
Thursday Intensive Calligraphy with Jade Novarino
New Workshop Offering!
Join teaching artist Jade Novarino in an 8-week exploration of calligraphy! Artists who are interested in letter-arts, history, feeling medieval, book-arts, sign-making, and using pen and ink are encouraged to sign up for this course.
April 17 - June 5 | 2:00-4:00 | $200
Registration Closed!
Thursday Figure Drawing Co-op
New Workshop Offering!
Study and draw people from life in different poses, shapes, and postures. Models will be costumed (expect a fun theme!). Registration for each Figure Drawing session is separate.
April 17 | 5:30-7:00 | $20 Registration Closed!
May 15 | 5:00-6:30 | $20 Register Here!
June 26 | 5:00-6:30 | $20 Register Here!
Friday Deep Dive: Natural Dye with Susan Wiencke
New Workshop Offering!
Join teaching artist Susan Wiencke in a day-long workshop focused on creating natural dyes from plants and other materials and giving life to old textiles.
June 20 | 10:00-2:00 | $100
FAQs
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Our workshops are open to individuals 16 and older who identify with a diagnosis of autism, neurodivergence and/or an intellectual/developmental disability. No previous art-making experience is required!
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New to the program? After you sign up, a staff member will reach out to schedule a brief Zoom meeting with you before class to connect and answer any questions. You are also welcome to tour the studio before the first day of class!
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Group sizes are kept small (under 10 students) to ensure that every artist receives individualized support. If you require 1:1 support to participate in group activities or for any essential need (bathroom, behavioral, medical, etc.) please bring your 1:1 aid to class. We will work with you to accommodate all other accessibility needs as best we can.
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Prices vary by workshop, and sliding scale payment is available based on need.
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We are always on the lookout for fantastic class support volunteers and teaching artists. Email phoebe@northpolestudio.org to introduce yourself!
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Please email phoebe@northpolestudio.org with any questions!
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If you’re unable to attend a class you've signed up for, please email Phoebe at phoebe@northpolestudio.org or call the office 971-251-0020 as soon as possible. Early notice helps us offer your spot to students on the waitlist.
Cancellations made more than one week prior to the first day of class will be fully refunded.
Cancellations made between one week and 48 hours prior to the first day of class will be refunded 50%
No Refunds with less than 48 hours notice or no-show
Please note that last-minute cancellations and no-shows impact not only other students but also our team—time, materials, and energy go into preparing each session with you in mind. We appreciate your consideration and communication!
Thanks for understanding and helping us keep things running smoothly!