WORKSHOPS + CLASSES

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For questions about registration or payments, please email phoebe@northpolestudio.org rather than calling the studio. This helps us keep everything organized and ensures we can respond to you as quickly and accurately as possible.

We monitor email closely and will respond promptly Monday - Friday.

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  • Monday / Thursday Independent Art

    Mondays from March 30 - May 18 | 3:00 - 4:30 | $215

    OR

    Thursdays from April 2 - May 21 | 10:00 - 11:30 | $215

    This non-instructional class provides artists with the studio tools, materials, and support to work on their own independent art projects.

    Please note this class was previously called Open Studio!

  • Wednesday Skillshare

    Wednesdays from April 1 - May 20 | $215

    Session 1: 12:30 - 2:00

    OR

    Session 2: 3:00 - 4:30

    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 acrylic painting, fiber sculpture, drawing and more!

  • Thursday Intensive: Clay Fundamentals

    Thursdays from April 2 - May 21 | 1:00 - 3:00 | $250

    Join teaching artist Jessica Joner for an 8-week introduction to ceramic hand-building, focused on learning foundational clay techniques while developing curiosity, creativity, and personal expression. This class offers a hands-on entry point into working with clay.

  • Tuesday Figure Drawing Co-op


    April 28 | 5:00 - 6:30 | $25

    May 19 | 5:00-6:30 | $25

    Draw from life as costumed models strike dynamic, themed poses in fun, themed classes. No two sessions are the same!

    Sign up for each session separately.

  • Friday Deep Dive: Intro to Procreate


    Friday April 10 | 10:00 - 1:00 | $75

    Join Daniel Johnson to create unique digital illustrations using Procreate. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this workshop is perfect for all levels.

  • Friday Deep Dive: Mask Making


    Friday May 8 | 10:00-2:00 | $75

    Join Arcadia Trueheart to create your own expressive mask in this fun, hands-on, one-day workshop. Learn paper mâché techniques to build, shape, and decorate a one-of-a-kind wearable artwork.

  • Friday Deep Dive: Character Design


    Friday May 29 | 10:00 - 2:00 | $75

    Join Amanda Berlind for a character design workshop for artists interested in creating new characters and worlds! Bring your characters to life through costume and prop making.

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Download our Spring Term Course Catalog for Easy Sharing!

2026 Classes + Workshops Schedule

Winter Term: January 5 - March 6

Spring Term: March 30 - May 22

Summer Term: June 8 - August 7

Fall Term: September 14 - December 11

50% of North Pole Artists utilize financial assistance to access our programming.

Help more artists access opportunities like this by giving to the Scholarship Fund today, and ensure that finances are never a barrier to creativity.

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Classes + Workshops FAQs

  • Our workshops are open to individuals 16 and older who identify with autism or an intellectual/developmental disability.

    Our workshops are open to practiced artists and beginners alike - no previous art-making experience is required!

  • After you register for your first class, a staff member will reach out to schedule a meeting with you to connect and answer any questions. This meeting can take place virtually over Zoom or in person at North Pole Studio.

    If you’d like to come check out our classroom before you sign up for a class, please email phoebe@northpolestudio.org to set up a tour.

  • Group sizes are kept small (under 8 students) to ensure that every artist receives ample individualized support.

    At NPS, our staff and teachers are the primary support for artists in the classroom. If caregivers have questions or wish to discuss an artist’s support needs, we are happy to schedule a meeting outside of class time. If an artist's Independent Support Plan (ISP) specifies the need for 1:1 support, caregivers may sit with the artist during class time.

  • If interested participants have a BSP in place, caregivers can have a conversation with North Pole staff to talk through what types of support they need in order to be successful in a classroom setting. After the conversation, we will determine if the support needs can be accommodated in the classroom setting and offer alternative options if the specific class selected may not be a good fit for them.

  • North Pole Studio staff cannot provide medical support or dispense medications, but a caregiver can support the participant to provide medical assistance and/or dispense medications during the class. 

  • 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-shows

  • Prices vary by workshop based on teaching and material fees.

    If class fees are a barrier, sliding scale payments are available - nobody will be turned away for lack of funds.

    To request financial assistance, simply report the amount you are able to pay on the registration form and we will send you a separate sliding scale invoice.

  • We are always on the lookout for fantastic class support volunteers and teaching artists. Email phoebe@northpolestudio.org to introduce yourself!

  • Please email phoebe@northpolestudio.org with any other questions you may have, or to set up a meeting / studio tour to learn more about getting involved in the program.

  • Masks are not required during any North Pole programming, but artists are more than welcome to wear a mask.