WORKSHOPS + CLASSES
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Monday Open Studio
June 30 - August 11, 3:00-4:30pm | $200
This non-instructional class provides artists with the studio tools, materials, and support to work on their own independent art projects.
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Wednesday Skillshare
June 18 - August 6, 3:00-4:30pm | $200
Taught by many local artists, this weekly class gives artists the chance to expand their creative practice across many mediums. This term, we’ll explore origami, hand puppets, painting, and more!
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Thursday Drawing Club
June 26 - July 31, 2:00-3:30pm | $200
Join Phoebe Mol for weekly drawing adventures! We’ll explore a mix of mediums and themes - while encouraging a playful, curious relationship with drawing.
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Thursday Figure Drawing Co-op
June 26, July 10, July 31 5:00-6:30pm | $20
Draw from life as costumed models strike dynamic poses in fun, themed sessions. Explore shapes, gestures, and characters—no two classes are the same!
Sign up for June 26 Figure Drawing Here!
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Friday Deep Dive: Natural Dye
June 20, 10:00am-2:00pm | $100
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.
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Friday Deep Dive: Artist Self-Promotion Panel
June 27, 1:00-3:00pm | $30
Join local artists Max LaZebnik, Nia Musiba, and Rachel Mulder for a panel discussion and presentation about artist self-promotion online and beyond.
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Friday Deep Dive: Intro to 3D Modeling
July 18, 11:00am,-3:00pm | $50
Participants will learn the basics of 3D modeling—a digital process of creating shapes and objects in three dimensions. Sign up for this class if you enjoy drawing, sculpture, animation, or digital design.
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Friday Deep Dive: Waxed Powder Painting
August 1, 10:00am-2:00pm | $75
Join Corey S. Pressman for a day-long exploration of his unique “waxed powder” painting technique, where powder pigments are directly applied to paper and varnished.
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!