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SUMMARY:Photography Darkroom Orientation
DESCRIPTION:This is a 1-on-1 prerequisite class to using/renting the PWAC Darkroom. Students will learn the setup of the darkroom\, introduction to the chemicals used and their safety precautions. Training on using the enlarger\, and the process of making a photographic print from negative to print\, as well as film development will be covered. Darkroom clean up and safety procedures will be included. \nStudents should bring their negatives or an undeveloped roll of film with them to class. Students will come away with printed black & white photos. \nWhen signing up\, let us know what date and time works for you. Our current hours are Tues-Fri 10am-4pm. The class should take about 1-2 hours. \nMeet the Teacher: John Lindroth \nThis is how I learned photography! My best friend had a darkroom in his basement\, and he showed me everything he had learned. We spent lots of time taking pictures and developing them. \nJohn Lindroth is a studio artist here at Public Works Art Center\, currently in studio 7 (downstairs). He is a professional photographer specializing in high-end headshots\, individual portraiture. With his passion for both technical precision\, artistic value\, and human connection\, he creates stress-free\, enjoyable sessions that bring out his clients’ best. His work blends commercial and artistic photography. His natural and comfortable style ensures that every subject looks and feels their best. He also has a personal interest in fine-art photos. In 2008\, he discovered that you can use old lenses on new cameras. The images created with old lenses provide a unique quality\, only available with this technique. He will be displaying some prints for sale of close-up imagery of local interests\, using film-era lenses on digital cameras\, and some of his other favorite fine art photos.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/photography-darkroom-orientation/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Photography Darkroom
CATEGORIES:Classes,Other Classes,Photography
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261229T143000
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SUMMARY:Sewing with Kym: Tuesdays\, 11:30am-2:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Bring any supplies you need to work on the project of your choice.\nNeed a boost of motivation\, encouragement\, or accountability to finish those lingering projects?\nOr maybe you’re starting something new? Join us for Sewing with Kym! We’ll help you make progress — one stitch at a time.\nCome for three hours of focused sewing\, supportive community\, and creative inspiration.\n\nTeacher: Kym McLaughlin\n\nSkill Level: all\nSewing Machine Needed: Yes
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/sewing-with-kym-tuesdays-1130am-230pm/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Classroom off lobby (yellow door)
CATEGORIES:Classes,Other Classes,Sewing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260818T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261214T123000
DTSTAMP:20260818T162725Z
CREATED:20260717T204204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T162725Z
UID:14764-1787049000-1797251400@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Hand Sewing Club: 3rd Tuesday each month\, 10:30am-12:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Join us once a month for Hand Sewing Club! Bring your hand sewing project (embroidery\, applique\, straight stitch work\, or anything you’re working on) and enjoy being a part of a creative community. All levels welcome. Led by Earline Ross.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/hand-sewing-club-3rd-tuesday-each-month-1030am-1230pm/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Classroom off lobby (yellow door)
CATEGORIES:Classes,Other Classes,Sewing
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261231T170000
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CREATED:20260825T163242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T202045Z
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SUMMARY:Photography Darkroom Rental
DESCRIPTION:Reserve our photography darkroom to develop your film and create your own black and white prints. Our darkroom provides one enlarger\, all chemistry\, and all necessary equipment to develop film and b+w prints up to 8×10. For more details\, reach out to info@publicworksartcenter.org. \nHours: Tuesday – Saturday\, 10am to 5pm \nIf it’s your first time using the space\, you must book “Darkroom Orientation” to learn the ins and outs before you area able to rent the darkroom on your own. \nPlease keep in mind that this is a new program for us\, if we are missing any equipment that you feel is essential\, let us know! This is a shared community space\, and our pricing is as affordable as possible\, so please treat it with respect and care. \nPhoto paper and film rolls can be purchased at the front desk! \nPhoto paper (20 sheets): $35 \nPhoto paper + film bundle (25 sheets + 2 rolls): $60
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/photography-darkroom-rental/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Darkroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Photography
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115
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SUMMARY:SPARK 2026 — COMMUNITY EXHIBITION
DESCRIPTION:We are no longer accepting submissions! Thank you so much to everyone who participated! \nDetails on the Eighth-Annual SPARK Exhibition will be shared Spring 2027\, stay tuned! Read about the 2026 SPARK Exhibition below to know what to expect for 2027: \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nDrop-offs for submissions starts August 22\, 2026 until September 5\, 2026 Tuesday – Saturday from 10 to 5pm. Please note we are closed Monday and Sunday so you won’t be able to drop off work these days. Thanks for understanding!\nEarly and late submissions or artwork drop offs will not be accepted\, so please hold onto your artwork until then!\n\n Submission fees are $20 for adults and $5 for youth (under 18)\, but everyone is welcome to participate. Please don’t let the cost deter you! Email us with the subject line “SPARK Promo Code” to linda@publicworksartcenter.org for a special promo code. \nThis year\, any artwork label changes requested after you drop off your work will be $5 for per edit\, so make sure your label is exactly what you want when you complete the online form. There will be an opportunity to double check your label info at Welcome Desk when you drop off your work.  \n– \nABOUT SPARK:  \nThis annual exhibition exists to “ignite the spark” of creativity in participants and viewers\, and all are welcome to join in the fun. This year’s theme is “Wonder\,” and we are thrilled to see the work that comes from this theme! \nSPARK is a themed exhibition comprising three parts: \n\nAn invitational exhibit in our West Gallery space (the largest one)\nAn open-to-all community portion in the East Gallery\nA youth section in our South Gallery (the downstairs gallery).\n\nWhile all invitational artists have been selected\, the Community and Youth portions of the show are open to all artists no matter their age or experience level. We love to see work from beginners to professionals in this show! For the Community Exhibits\, there is no “judging” or “jurying” in a piece. ALL submissions are accepted (2D and 3D work\, one work of art per person\, must fit below criteria). You may submit your entry on our website from August 1 until August 31\, 2026. \nThe SPARK Exhibition will be on view from September 12 – November 14. The reception will be September 12 from 10am – 1pm on the day of our annual Block Party. We strongly encourage you to come out\, celebrate your work alongside all the other artists\, and just enjoy the Block Party (which is free for everyone!) \n– \nHOW TO ENTER:  \nSTEP 1: Read the criteria below and complete the online entry form from August 1 until August 31\, 2026. Submitting this application gives us the information we need to make artwork labels for your piece\, and it means you’re committing to dropping off your work within the allotted time frame. Please don’t forget to read ALL of the criteria below before considering submission! \nSTEP 2: Drop off your art during the drop off window. Work must be dropped off to Public Works Art Center between August 22\, 2026 until September 5\, 2026 during our regular operating hours (10 am – 5pm\, Tuesday – Saturday)\, ending at 5pm September 5th. Early and late submissions or artwork drop offs will not be accepted.  \nWhen dropping your artwork off:  \n\nSign in at the Welcome Desk at Public Works Art Center\nDon’t forget to double check that the label information you submitted online is exactly what you want on the wall at the time of drop off—we will have a sheet to double check. This year\, any changes made to artwork labels after the show is up will be $5 per edit.\nPlease legibly label the back of your artwork with the artist’s name\, contact information (working phone number or email)\, and either a price or “NFS” (Not For Sale). Any packing material left behind will be disposed of or donated\, so be sure to take that with you if you want it back. \nMake sure your artwork is ready to be hanged on a wall or displayed\, see below or visit our handy dandy SPARK FAQ to see how to prepare your work.\n\nSTEP 3: Let’s party! Join us for the annual Block Party on September 12\, 2026 from 10am – 1pm to celebrate your hard work. Bring your friends\, family\, neighbors\, coworkers\, acquaintances\, people you just met—everyone’s invited! Bring everyone out to see your work in the exhibit while it’s up until November 14\, 2026. \nSTEP 4: When it’s time to wrap things up\, we’ll reach out to your email address provided in this form\, so make sure it’s one you check often. If your work has sold\, we will reach out ASAP via email with the great news and info on what happens next. Work not sold may be picked up November 14th – November 28th. Please note that we are not responsible for any work left after the designated pickup dates. We will only hold payment for work sold for 6 months after the show ends\, after that it’s considered a generous donation to Public Works Art Center\, so be sure to come get it! \n– \nSUBMISSION CRITERIA: \nSubmitting this application gives us the information we need to make labels to display with your work\, and means you’re committing to dropping off your piece in the allotted time frame. Please read ALL of the criteria below before considering submission! \n\nEvery artist must complete this form online before dropping off any work.\nOne submission per artist\, additional work for one artist will not be accepted\nEarly or late entries or submissions will not be accepted.\nArtists must own all rights to the works they submit\, we strongly encourage artistry of authentic human expression and creation.\nAll artwork must be clearly labeled on the back with the artist’s name\, contact information (a phone number you answer or email you regularly check so we can communicate with you)\, and either a price ($10 minimum*) or “NFS” (Not For Sale) at time of drop off.\nAny packing material left behind will be disposed of or considered a donation to Public Works Art Center.\nAny artwork label changes after the work has been dropped off are $5 per edit.\nEach artist is allowed to submit one piece of artwork in any medium\, 2D or 3D work is accepted. \n\n2D sizing restrictions: work may be no larger than 18″ x 24″ (or 22″ x 28″ framed)\n3D sizing restrictions: 18″ L x 18″ W x 24″ H. Please note: for all 3D work\, please contact us at linda@publicworksartcenter.org to ensure that we have space for your work.\n\n\nAll artwork must be ready to hang or ready to display. We will be creating some info that will be found here on what we like to see!\n\nTo prepare 3D Work: Must be ready at time of drop off. Make sure all 3D work can stand confidently on its own or is sent ready to be secured to a wall\nTo prepare 2D Work: Must be ready to go on the wall at time of drop off. We recommend using D-rings or eyelet hooks attached to the work itself or a frame about one-third of the way down the sides of the piece with a picture wire. We don’t love sawtooth hangers\, but can make an exception for lightweight work not behind glass. We have trust issues! YouTube has a lot of great how-to prep videos if you don’t know how.\nPlease don’t leave us with command strips (they’ll go in the trash\, save them for home!)\, a sawtooth hangers on heavy work or work behind glass\, use shoestrings\, yarn\, thread\, in place of a wire\, wet or not fully dried work\, unlabeled work.\n\n\nWe reserve the right to refuse: unlabeled artwork; artwork outside of the sizing parameters; artwork unsuitable or not ready to hang or display; artwork unsuitable for an all-ages-friendly space or objectively offensive imagery. Please email linda@publicworksartcenter.org with any questions or concerns on your work.\nIf you’d like to sell your artwork:\n\nYou are more than welcome to sell your artwork! *Work must be priced $10 or greater for all artists. If work is priced less than $10\, we reserve the right to raise the price to meet the minimum sales price.\nAll adult artists are required to fill out an accurate and completed W-9** in order to receive payment from work sold. **Please note\, minors under 17 do not need to complete a W-9\nPublic Works Art Center takes a 30% commission on all gallery sales. All sold works will be collected at the end of the show and purchasers will be contacted. Artists whose work sold during the course of the show will be contacted at the end of the exhibition and payment will be issued within a month of the show ending. If an artist does not claim or deposit payment for their gallery sale within six (6) months of the payment issue date\, the payment will be considered a charitable donation to Public Works Art Center.\n\n\nArtwork pickup is November 14th – November 28th\, 2026. Please note: we are not responsible for any work left after the designated pickup dates.\nAfter December 30\, 2026 any artwork not claimed will be considered a charitable donation to Public Works Art Center. Artists must collect their artwork within the designated pickup period. We reserve the right to sell\, display\, auction or otherwise use the artwork at its discretion to benefit the nonprofit. We are not responsible for unclaimed work or for any damage incurred to the work not claimed within the pickup window. But we really want you to have your art back so please come get it!\nIf these steps above not completed\, work may not be accepted or displayed at Public Works Art Center.\n\nBy submitting artwork to the SPARK Exhibition\, the artist acknowledges and agrees to these terms and conditions\, and consents to signing up to the Public Works Art Center weekly e-mailing list. You may remove yourself from the list at any time\, but we recommend waiting until after the SPARK Exhibit has ended so you don’t miss any important announcements and reminders. \nTo submit the form\, please scroll to the bottom of this page to the Tickets section\, select the number of tickets you would like by using the + symbol then select Get Tickets to checkout. \nThank you so much for submitting your work to the Community SPARK Exhibition and please\, tell your friends!
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/spark-2026-community-exhibition/
LOCATION:EVERYWHERE! Public Works Art Center Takeover\, 135 W Richardson Ave\, summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibits,Featured
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261014T113000
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SUMMARY:Pottery for Homeschoolers: Wednesdays 9/30-10/14\, 10-11:30am\, 3 weeks
DESCRIPTION:This pottery class is designed for young artists ages 6-14 to have the opportunity to explore the world of clay with the focus primarily on hand-building techniques. Over three consecutive sessions\, they’ll learn to shape\, sculpt\, and create unique pieces using methods like pinching\, coiling\, and slab construction\, encouraging their creativity and fine motor skills. As a special highlight\, the class also offers a chance to experience the potter’s wheel\, where children can feel the excitement of forming a vessel on a spinning surface. After their creations have been carefully crafted\, they’ll undergo a bisque firing\, turning the clay into sturdy\, unglazed pottery. In the final session\, students will apply colorful glazes to their pieces\, which will then be fired again\, resulting in beautiful\, finished artworks. This combination of traditional hand-building\, introductory wheel work\, and the complete pottery process makes the class both fun and educational\, providing a well-rounded introduction to the art of pottery. \n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMy name is Anna Wilkins\, and I am a proud native Wyomingite\, now residing in Summerville. My passion for art\, specifically in ceramics\, began in high school and deepened as I took college courses in ceramics and worked at the university studio as an onsite manager at Montana State University of Billings. I graduated with a B.A. in psychology\, but continued my love for the ceramics world by teaching ceramics to kids at a summer camp in Maine. Then my husband and I began traveling around the U.S. for work\, and later took a sabbatical to travel internationally\, where I expanded my ceramics education by creating in places like Japan\, Portugal\, and Mexico. \nI’m excited to get back into teaching ceramics because it brings me immense joy to inspire others\, spread my knowledge of pottery\, and share the art of ceramics with people eager to learn and create. \n*Pottery must be picked up within 90 days from the last day of class. The teacher will email you to let you know when it is ready for pick up. Any artwork not picked up within this timeframe will be donated or discarded.*
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/pottery-for-homeschoolers-wednesdays-9-30-10-14-10-1130am-3-weeks/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center- Downstairs Pottery Studio\, 135 West Richardson Avenue\, Summerville\, 29483\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261014T173000
DTSTAMP:20260930T201148Z
CREATED:20260717T204337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T201148Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesdays 9/30-10/14\, 4-5:30pm\, 3 weeks: Pottery for Kids Ages 6-14
DESCRIPTION:This pottery class is designed for young artists to have the opportunity to explore the world of clay with the focus primarily on hand-building techniques. Over four consecutive sessions\, they’ll learn to shape\, sculpt\, and create unique pieces using methods like pinching\, coiling\, and slab construction\, encouraging their creativity and fine motor skills. As a special highlight\, the class also offers a chance to experience the potter’s wheel\, where children can feel the excitement of forming a vessel on a spinning surface. After their creations have been carefully crafted\, they’ll undergo a bisque firing\, turning the clay into sturdy\, unglazed pottery. In the final session\, students will apply colorful glazes to their pieces\, which will then be fired again\, resulting in beautiful\, finished artworks. This combination of traditional hand-building\, introductory wheel work\, and the complete pottery process makes the class both fun and educational\, providing a well-rounded introduction to the art of pottery. \n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMy name is Anna Wilkins\, and I am a proud native Wyomingite\, now residing in Summerville. My passion for art\, specifically in ceramics\, began in high school and deepened as I took college courses in ceramics and worked at the university studio as an onsite manager at Montana State University of Billings. I graduated with a B.A. in psychology\, but continued my love for the ceramics world by teaching ceramics to kids at a summer camp in Maine. Then my husband and I began traveling around the U.S. for work\, and later took a sabbatical to travel internationally\, where I expanded my ceramics education by creating in places like Japan\, Portugal\, and Mexico. \nI’m excited to get back into teaching ceramics because it brings me immense joy to inspire others\, spread my knowledge of pottery\, and share the art of ceramics with people eager to learn and create. \n*Pottery must be picked up within 90 days from the last day of class. The teacher will email you to let you know when it is ready for pick up. Any artwork not picked up within this timeframe will be donated or discarded.*
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/wednesdays-9-30-10-14-4-530pm-3-weeks-pottery-for-kids-ages-6-14/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center- Downstairs Pottery Studio\, 135 West Richardson Avenue\, Summerville\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sold Out
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261021T173000
DTSTAMP:20261001T160535Z
CREATED:20260708T205631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T160535Z
UID:14601-1790785800-1792603800@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Drawing for Kids: Wednesdays 9/30-10/21\, 4:30-5:30pm\, 4 weeks
DESCRIPTION:In this drawing course\, students will develop the foundational skills and techniques needed to create realistic drawings. Through hands-on projects and guided practice\, students will strengthen their drawing\, shading\, observational\, and design skills while learning how to become a confident artist. They’ll explore composition\, perspective\, and creative problem-solving as they work with charcoal\, graphite\, and ebony pencils. \nStudents will also receive personalized feedback and tips on creating artwork confidently. This class is designed to help prepare students for Rollings School of the Arts auditions\, develop their own original style\, or simply become a better drawer. Students can take a class to refresh their skills or sign up for multiple classes for extended feedback and development. \nMeet the Teacher: Hello! I am Adrienne Johnson. I graduated from College of Charleston with a Bachelor’s of Art in Arts Management. I have been teaching Elementary Art for 8 years. I have also worked under Larry Barnfield with Rollings Auditions for 15 years. My art expertise is charcoal and drawing. I am a Summerville native and went to Rollings for Visual Arts from 4th to 8th grade. My personal goal as an art teacher is to give students the tools and knowledge to have pride in their art and appreciate themselves as artists.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/drawing-for-kids-wednesdays-9-30-10-21-430-530pm-4-weeks/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Downstairs Classroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261028T193000
DTSTAMP:20260929T152408Z
CREATED:20260820T213417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T152408Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Sewing: Free-Motion Patch Making - 4 weeks on Wednesdays Sept 30\, Oct 7\, 21\, & 28\, 6-7:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Stitch & Style — Free-Motion Patch Making for Teens **NO CLASS 10/14\, DD2 FALL BREAK** A fun\, wearable way for teens to make sewing their own. Over four weeks\, students learn the fundamentals of the sewing machine\, then move into free-motion sewing to design and stitch custom fabric patches. Using recycled denim as their base fabric\, students build multiple patches from start to finish and be able to attach them to their jacket\, bag\, or pair of jeans by the end of the course. \n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nThis class is designed for teens and requires no prior sewing experience — we start with the basics of the machine in week one. \n\nAges: 12–17\nClass size: 6 students\nLength: 4 weeks\, ~90 minutes per session\n\nWhat your teen will learn: \n\nSewing machine basics: threading\, bobbins\, straight stitching\, safety\nFree-motion sewing technique\nLayered fabric appliqué using upcycled denim\nDesigning and stitching custom patches\nAttaching a finished patch to a real piece of clothing or a bag\n\nMeet the Teacher\, Ashley Huff: Ashley is a fourth-generation seamstress who grew up with a needle and thread in hand. While she launched Slash Alterations in 2014 to offer professional sewing services\, her true passion lies in passing on the timeless art of sewing to the next generation. Over the past five years\, Ashley has hosted sewing classes at multiple schools\, helping kids discover the joy of creating with their hands. She believes sewing builds more than just skills—it fosters confidence\, patience\, and creativity in every child. Through her classes\, Ashley is committed to creating a welcoming\, encouraging environment where young learners can develop practical skills and a lifelong love for craftsmanship.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/teen-sewing-free-motion-patch-making-4-weeks-on-wednesdays-sept-30-oct-28-6-730pm/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Classes,Kids Classes,Other Classes,Sewing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261101T170000
DTSTAMP:20261001T152642Z
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UID:16857-1790841600-1793552400@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Pottery: Open Studio: October 2026 (previous pottery experience required!)
DESCRIPTION: \nPrevious ceramic experience required\n(completion of Beginning Pottery at PWAC or demonstration of proficiency with studio manager)\nNo instruction\, independent studio work time A studio monitor is on site for questions Clay is $25 for a 25lb bag\, available for purchase at the front desk Participants are not permitted to bring in pottery they have created outside of the studio\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to read our Policies and Procedures!  \n \nWhy get a Monthly Pottery Pass? \n\nAccess to ~25 hours of studio time per month \nAvailable hours are: \n\nTuesday Oct 6 & 13: 10am-1pm \nTuesdays Oct 20 & 27: 12-2pm\nThursdays 5-7pm\nSaturdays 1-3pm\nThis is valued at over $500\, but you get it for only $75! This is less than the cost of just 4 hours in the studio.\n\n\nAccess to our dip and brush glazes\nIncludes bisque and glaze firing in our kilns\nThis helps us have reliable monthly income to purchase and maintain our equipment \nBe a part of a super awesome pottery community!\n\nMonthly Pottery Passes are non-transferable and non-refundable.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/pottery-open-studio-october-2026-previous-pottery-experience-required/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center- Downstairs Pottery Studio\, 135 West Richardson Avenue\, Summerville\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Open Studio,Pottery Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261001T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270211T184500
DTSTAMP:20261001T193413Z
CREATED:20260728T145413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T193413Z
UID:15046-1790876700-1802371500@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Gallery Yoga - Living Art in Motion: Mondays 5:45-6:45pm
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an all-levels\, beginner-friendly yoga class! The invitation for our practice will be to explore the body and breath as living art in motion. Surrounded by the art in the gallery\, we will connect to the inner artist within all of us with the shapes we create with our body\, the embodiment and expression of our experience\, and the fluidity of our movements. This practice will invite you to stretch and strengthen your body as you create shapes with your body as a form of artful self expression and loving self care. The invitation for class is to always honor the inner artist within you and your own unique body. Please take my instructions as an offering/option\, while honoring that your own creativity\, wisdom\, and body is the ultimate teacher. Your self expression is welcome here! Please honor your unique expression\, follow the impulses of your own body\, and respect your personal needs/limitations and abilities. You are the artist of your practice. \nPlease bring your own yoga mat and water bottle to stay hydrated 🙂 \n*While all ages are welcome\, this is not a children’s centered yoga class. Please be responsible for any minors/children that you may bring to participate in practice with us and be respectful to our shared space. Children are welcome as long as they can remain on their mat and do not interfere with other student’s ability to participate in class safely and peacefully. \nMeet the teacher: \nHi\, I’m Rylee Snow! I have been practicing yoga since 2014. I am certified to teach Hatha Yoga\, Yin Yoga\, Restorative Yoga\, and other yogic modalities. I am always continuing my education and devotion to developing my yoga practice physically\, philosophically\, spiritually\, and academically. I believe that yoga is not only beneficial for your physical health and fitness\, but yoga can also be a deeply healing experience for many practitioners. Yoga offers us a space to connect with ourselves on a mental\, emotional\, spiritual\, and physical level. Connecting with ourselves both in breath and body in a loving and present way supports the mind-body connection and creates a space for deep integration\, release\, and expansion. I am a certified Trauma Informed yoga teacher and am pursuing my certification as a Somatic Healing yoga practitioner. I offer my classes as a safe space for all to spend time with their body in a loving and compassionate way\, finding harmony between strengthening & stretching\, activity & rest\, resilience & gentleness. I hope my classes will be like honey for your heart\, nourishment for your nervous system\, and bliss for your body. I hope you’ll practice with me!
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/gallery-yoga-living-art-in-motion-mondays-545-645pm/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – West Gallery\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Other Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261006T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260918T134516Z
CREATED:20260918T134128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T134516Z
UID:16731-1791279000-1794308400@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Sewing for Homeschoolers: Tuesdays 10/6- 11/10\, 9:30-11am\, 6 weeks
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week session is for new and returning students! \nThroughout this session\, students will refine their sewing machine techniques\, practice precision stitching\, and take on new challenges like pattern reading\, layering fabrics\, and assembling multi-step projects. Each class is designed to strengthen their confidence and independence while encouraging creative expression and problem-solving. \nBy the end of the session\, students will have completed several projects that combine both skill and imagination- perfect for those ready to take their sewing to the next level! \nAll materials\, supplies\, and equipment are provided. \nMeet the Teacher: Ashley Huff \nAshley is a fourth-generation seamstress who grew up with a needle and thread in hand. While she launched Slash Alterations in 2014 to offer professional sewing services\, her true passion lies in passing on the timeless art of sewing to the next generation. \nOver the past five years\, Ashley has hosted sewing classes at multiple schools\, helping kids discover the joy of creating with their hands. She believes sewing builds more than just skills—it fosters confidence\, patience\, and creativity in every child. \nThrough her classes\, Ashley is committed to creating a welcoming\, encouraging environment where young learners can develop practical skills and a lifelong love for craftsmanship.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/sewing-for-homeschoolers-tuesdays-10-6-11-10-930-11am-6-weeks-2/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Downstairs Classroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Kids Classes,Other Classes,Sewing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260714T162833Z
CREATED:20260714T162813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T162833Z
UID:14698-1791396000-1793217600@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Pottery: Wheel & Hand Building: Wednesdays 10/7-28\, 6-8pm\, 4 weeks
DESCRIPTION:This class is for first time beginners with no experience to Intermediate level students interested in learning new techniques and doing new projects. Each week for three weeks\, we will spend half of each class time hand building with pinching\, coiling\, and wet slab construction. We will spend the other half wheel throwing\, finishing with glazing in the 4th week. A focus specifically on wheel throwing is also possible if that’s ones focus. Join us and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere within the Summerville community while learning the art of working with clay in numerous ways. \nIf you’re interested in scheduling a private group pottery class outside of the dates listed\, please reach out to pottery@publicworksartcenter.org. \nMeet the Teacher: Robin Hippel \nA graduate in Fine Arts in Ceramics from the University of Georgia\, Robin worked in studios in Georgia\, New Jersey\, and South Carolina teaching and creating pots. She has shown work in various galleries and studios including the Soma Gallery in Cape May and the Clay College in Millville\, NJ. She enjoys raw and refined Japanese ceramics\, Italian majolica\, and a variety of international contemporary artists. She curated the Seagrove potter’s “Another Clay Community” ceramics exhibition at the Public Works January to March of 2025. \n“My vision following college was to create one of a kind clay designs and functional art. Designing and and building forms became my favorite part of the process. I found that an evolution occurred which taught me something extraordinary repeatedly. Experimentation established my style and continues to do so. I discovered porcelain clay and followed the work of favored potter Michael Simon over many years. I work primarily on the potters wheel\, altering the form and adding textured slab additions for enhancement and functionality. Taken to the edge with a paddle and a fettling knife\, the form can become more refined while remaining simple and unique. I learned to be a good production potter as well.”
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/pottery-wheel-hand-building-wednesdays-10-7-28-6-8pm-4-weeks/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center- Downstairs Pottery Studio\, 135 West Richardson Avenue\, Summerville\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Pottery Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T195743Z
CREATED:20260820T224807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T195743Z
UID:15611-1791626400-1791633600@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Machine Sewing\, Level II: Make Your Own Tote Bag - Saturday October 10\, 10am-12pm
DESCRIPTION:Ready for a bigger sewing project? In this class\, your child will use a sewing machine from start to finish to create a fully custom tote bag they designed themselves. They’ll choose their own fabric\, decorate the outside of their bag\, and attach canvas handles for a finished piece they’ll actually want to carry. \nThis is a Level 2 class\, built for kids who already have some machine sewing experience under their belt. \nPrerequisite: Child must have completed “Make Your Own Stuffy” before enrolling in this class.To \nWhat your child will learn: \n\nMachine sewing skills beyond the basics\nChoosing and working with fabric for a real\, wearable project\nDecorating and customizing their own design\nAttaching canvas handles for a sturdy\, finished bag\n\nMeet the Teacher\, Ashley Huff: \nAshley is a fourth-generation seamstress who grew up with a needle and thread in hand. While she launched Slash Alterations in 2014 to offer professional sewing services\, her true passion lies in passing on the timeless art of sewing to the next generation. \nOver the past five years\, Ashley has hosted sewing classes at multiple schools\, helping kids discover the joy of creating with their hands. She believes sewing builds more than just skills—it fosters confidence\, patience\, and creativity in every child. \nThrough her classes\, Ashley is committed to creating a welcoming\, encouraging environment where young learners can develop practical skills and a lifelong love for craftsmanship.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/machine-sewing-level-2-make-your-own-tote-bag-saturday-october-10-10am-12pm/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Downstairs Classroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Kids Classes,Other Classes,Sewing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261010T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261031T123000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210525Z
CREATED:20260819T212215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210525Z
UID:15554-1791628200-1793449800@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Oil Painting\, Beginner to Intermediate: Saturdays October 10\, 17\, 24\, & 31; 10:30am-12:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Oil Painting: Beginner to Intermediate\, a 4-week course that is designed to teach anyone\, from beginner to moderate skill level\, the fundamentals of traditional process of creating a painting using oil paint. My course is a collection of 2 still life painting projects which is a great introduction to painting still life from life. This will help you to develop your painting and observational skills as well as explore color mixing technics and paint applications by painting a variety of interesting objects and materials. \nAges 16+ \nMeet the Teacher: \nAnna Ladyzhenskaya is an internationally known artist born in Moldova\, an Eastern European nation\, when it was still part of the former Soviet Union. She completed Art School there\, earning her credentials in both the practice and the teaching of art\, before getting her Master’s degree in Architecture. \nWith over 30 years of experience in the art field\, Anna works with all forms of media\, from oils and pastels\, to watercolor\, acrylic and colored pencils. She creates works that are just as diverse as the materials she uses\, ranging in areas of focus from landscape\, to still life\, to portraiture. \nBefore moving to South Carolina last year\, Anna was an active member of the Bay Area art community in Northern California. Anna Ladyzhenskaya has paintings in private collections in US and around the world and is currently a studio artist at Public Works Art Center.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/oil-painting-for-beginners-to-intermediate-saturdays-october-10-17-24-31-1030am-1230pm/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Classes,Drawing / Painting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260930T205808Z
CREATED:20260831T164816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T205808Z
UID:15617-1791637200-1791644400@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Stained Glass for Beginners: Saturday 10/10\, 1-3pm
DESCRIPTION:In this beginner-friendly workshop you will learn the basics of stained glass. Students will be taught how to copper foil pre-cut and ground glass pieces and solder it together to finish your own glass suncatcher. To add to the fun\, you could register with a partner or buddy and celebrate the day crafting together!  *Solder is very hot. Please wear closed toed shoes and pants to protect yourself in case of drips. \n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMeet the Teacher: Liz Marret \n \nLiz Marret is a self taught stained glass artist. She always was fascinated with stained glass and grew up watching her aunt make stained glass creations for her home after school. Liz has always done crafts and became obsessed after breaking her first piece of glass! Liz is a busy mom of four kids\, in her limited spare time you can either find her in her glass studio working or at the local farmers markets selling her stained glass art. She loves teaching others because it’s such a fun way to share my love of the craft with others!
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/stained-glass-for-beginners-saturday-10-10-1-3pm/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Downstairs Classroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Other Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261010T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261010T180000
DTSTAMP:20260918T202551Z
CREATED:20260918T202511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T202551Z
UID:16771-1791648000-1791655200@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Uncork and Clay: Saturday 10/10\, 4-6pm\, ages 21+
DESCRIPTION:Don’t have the time to commit to a 4 week pottery course? Just want a fun afternoon out to try a new skill? Join us for a crash course in throwing on the wheel! Instructor Meghan Bushman will walk you through the steps to have you slinging mud (the clay kind) in no time. The pottery wheel is one of the trickier art skills to master\, but it is buckets of fun. Dress to get messy and feel free to BYOB\, all pottery materials are provided. Uncork a bottle of your favorite sparkling water or wine and come “clay” with us! There are only 7 spots available for our 7 wheels\, bring a friend/date/sibling/neighbor or come make new friends! \nMeghan will ask you which glaze you’d like your piece dipped in\, she’ll handle the firings\, and your piece(s) will be ready for pick up in about 2-4 weeks. \n*A beginning pottery course is still required before you can sign up for open studio hours* \n**we rotate hosting classes for those under 21 and teens as well\, stay tuned!**
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/uncork-and-clay-saturday-10-10-4-6pm-ages-21/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center- Downstairs Pottery Studio\, 135 West Richardson Avenue\, Summerville\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Pottery Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261014T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260902T194854Z
CREATED:20260902T194854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T194854Z
UID:16340-1791973800-1794396600@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Art for Homeschoolers: Wednesdays 10/14-11/11\, 10:30-11:30am\, 5 weeks
DESCRIPTION:In this playful\, exploratory class\, young artists will make\, view\, and talk about art while discovering the tools and techniques that help artists bring their ideas to life.\nThrough exciting\, age-appropriate projects\, students will experiment with a variety of materials and media—drawing\, painting\, sculpting\, and more—while learning about the Elements and Principles of Art and Design\, art history\, and the South Carolina and National Visual Arts Standards.\nThis class is all about curiosity\, thoughtful practice\, and creative problem-solving. Students will develop confidence\, observation skills\, and artistic thinking while having fun\, expressing themselves\, and exploring new ways to create.\nA perfect fit for homeschool families looking for a standards-informed art education that’s joyful\, hands-on\, and full of discovery!\n \nMeet the Teacher: Jessica McHale \nI am an art lover with a degree in Fine Arts Education from USC and over 18 years of experience teaching art in a variety of creative settings\, including camps\, workshops\, and classrooms serving preschool through elementary students. I also run my own joyful little studio\, JSM\, where I teach\, create\, and share my passion for art.\nArt is a powerful way for students to develop essential skills\, especially communication and self-expression. It truly lights my heart to see students grow and learn through meaningful art-making experiences. I am thrilled to teach at Public Works Art Center and can’t wait to create with students and the community.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/art-for-homeschoolers-wednesdays-10-14-11-11-1030-1130am-5-weeks/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Downstairs Classroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Kids Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260918T195819Z
CREATED:20260918T194528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T195819Z
UID:16735-1792080000-1794502800@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:After School Art for Elementary Students ages 6+: Thursdays 10/15-11/12 4-5pm\, 5 weeks
DESCRIPTION:My name is Jessica Smith and I am an art teacher at Alston-Bailey Elementary. I teach art summer camps at Public Works as well! I am excited to begin teaching after school art at Public Works! One of my favorite things as an educator is watching children express themselves in a creative way. I believe art provides children with an outlet to learn\, grow\, and explore art mediums they may not use on a regular basis. I am looking forward to helping them make projects that allow them to express and show off their creative individuality!\n\n\n\nIn my after school art class students will work with a variety of wet and dry mediums. For example\, painting projects with watercolor and tempera paint. In addition\, projects will be created with oil pastel and pencil as well. Some projects will be mixed media incorporating both wet & dry mediums. Students will use paint combined with materials such as markers\, pencils\, sharpies\, etc. I look forward to creating meaningful and fun art with your children at Public Works!
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/after-school-art-for-elementary-students-ages-6-thursdays-10-15-11-12-4-5pm-5-weeks/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Downstairs Classroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Kids Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T162307Z
CREATED:20260819T154222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T162307Z
UID:15535-1792231200-1792238400@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Pottery: Dragons & Other Mythical Creatures: Saturday\, 10/17\, 10am-12pm
DESCRIPTION:Let your imagination run wild! Sculpt dragons\, mermaids\, leprechauns\, goblins\, fairies\, gnomes and other mythical creatures out of clay with Maike guiding you along the way. Beginner friendly! \nAdults\, teens\, and kids 5+ are welcome! Ages 7 and under will need a parent to stay with them during the class. \n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMeet the Teacher: Maike Kowal \nMaike has been clay sculpting since a very young age. The process of manipulating clay into a recognizable form is exciting to her and she loves sharing her knowledge to hopefully ignite a similar passion for working with clay in others..
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/pottery-dragons-other-mythical-creatures-saturday-10-17-10am-12pm/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center- Downstairs Pottery Studio\, 135 West Richardson Avenue\, Summerville\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Pottery Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261121T113000
DTSTAMP:20260903T182250Z
CREATED:20260901T191238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T182250Z
UID:16246-1792231200-1795260600@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:I Can Build It! Architecture and Design Camp: 6 weeks on Saturdays Oct 17-Nov 21\, 10-11:30am
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to dream big and build even bigger? Join us for 6 weeks of hands-on fun as we explore architecture\, engineering\, circuitry\, and creative design! You’ll learn the skills to bring your very own dream structure to life—whether it’s a cozy vacation home\, a trendy local shop\, or something totally out-of-this-world. We’ll wrap up the week with a showcase of everyone’s creations to show off your unique style and imagination! \nMeet the teacher\, Caragh Cooney: \nMs Caragh holds a BS and MS in Geology. Former zoo keeper and stable hand\, she loves animals\, history\, science\, and art and the way they intersect. She has assisted with archeology projects at both Middleton and Magnolia Plantations in Charleston where she currently resides\, but is originally from Austin\, TX. Ms Caragh loves all things STEM/STEAM and has been working in the field and creating programming for 20+ years.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/i-can-build-it-architecture-and-design-camp-6-weeks-on-saturdays-oct-17-nov-21-10-1130am/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Downstairs Classroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Kids Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261103T113000
DTSTAMP:20260723T202404Z
CREATED:20260723T202404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T202404Z
UID:14901-1792490400-1793705400@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Pottery for Homeschoolers: Tuesdays 10/20-11/3\, 10-11:30am\, 3 weeks
DESCRIPTION:This pottery class is designed for young artists ages 6-14 to have the opportunity to explore the world of clay with the focus primarily on hand-building techniques. Over three consecutive sessions\, they’ll learn to shape\, sculpt\, and create unique pieces using methods like pinching\, coiling\, and slab construction\, encouraging their creativity and fine motor skills. As a special highlight\, the class also offers a chance to experience the potter’s wheel\, where children can feel the excitement of forming a vessel on a spinning surface. After their creations have been carefully crafted\, they’ll undergo a bisque firing\, turning the clay into sturdy\, unglazed pottery. In the final session\, students will apply colorful glazes to their pieces\, which will then be fired again\, resulting in beautiful\, finished artworks. This combination of traditional hand-building\, introductory wheel work\, and the complete pottery process makes the class both fun and educational\, providing a well-rounded introduction to the art of pottery. \n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMy name is Anna Wilkins\, and I am a proud native Wyomingite\, now residing in Summerville. My passion for art\, specifically in ceramics\, began in high school and deepened as I took college courses in ceramics and worked at the university studio as an onsite manager at Montana State University of Billings. I graduated with a B.A. in psychology\, but continued my love for the ceramics world by teaching ceramics to kids at a summer camp in Maine. Then my husband and I began traveling around the U.S. for work\, and later took a sabbatical to travel internationally\, where I expanded my ceramics education by creating in places like Japan\, Portugal\, and Mexico. \nI’m excited to get back into teaching ceramics because it brings me immense joy to inspire others\, spread my knowledge of pottery\, and share the art of ceramics with people eager to learn and create. \n*Pottery must be picked up within 90 days from the last day of class. The teacher will email you to let you know when it is ready for pick up. Any artwork not picked up within this timeframe will be donated or discarded.*
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/pottery-for-homeschoolers-tuesdays-10-20-11-3-10-1130am-3-weeks/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center- Downstairs Pottery Studio\, 135 West Richardson Avenue\, Summerville\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Kids Classes,Pottery Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261215T194500
DTSTAMP:20261001T185952Z
CREATED:20260814T230937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T185952Z
UID:15444-1792521000-1797363900@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Sound Bath Meditation: Once a Month on Tuesday evenings\, 6:30-7:45pm
DESCRIPTION:A sound bath is a guided meditative\, restorative experience where participants are “bathed” in soothing sounds\, resonant tones\, and vibrations produced by instruments like singing bowls and chimes. Benefits of this experience include stress reduction\, deep relaxation\, and enhancement of mental clarity and focus. These sessions create a unique opportunity for participants to rest\, unwind\, reset. Please dress comfortably and be sure to bring a yoga mat or something soft to lie on. For added comfort and relaxation\, you’re welcome to bring a pillow or bolster\, a blanket\, and an eye mask. \n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMeet the Teacher\, Jennifer Ferrara: Hello! I’m Jennifer\, a Wellness Facilitator and Sound Bath Practitioner with a passion for helping others find moments of peace\, balance\, and connection in today’s busy world. I hold a Master of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a minor in English. My educational background\, combined with a long-time interest in mindfulness and personal well-being\, has shaped my approach to creating unique\, meaningful wellness experiences. I believe that everyone needs and deserves the opportunity to slow down and reconnect with themselves. That belief and a love for the unique experience a sound bath provides\, inspired me to create welcoming spaces where people can step away from the demands of everyday life and simply rest\, reflect\, and restore. It is a privilege to share these experiences with others\, and I look forward to welcoming you to a session.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/sound-bath-meditation-once-a-month-on-tuesday-evenings-630-745pm/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – West Gallery\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Other Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261021T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T173000
DTSTAMP:20260718T203117Z
CREATED:20260718T203043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T203117Z
UID:14802-1792598400-1793813400@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wednesdays 10/21-11/4\, 4-5:30pm\, 3 weeks: Pottery for Kids Ages 6-14
DESCRIPTION:This pottery class is designed for young artists to have the opportunity to explore the world of clay with the focus primarily on hand-building techniques. Over four consecutive sessions\, they’ll learn to shape\, sculpt\, and create unique pieces using methods like pinching\, coiling\, and slab construction\, encouraging their creativity and fine motor skills. As a special highlight\, the class also offers a chance to experience the potter’s wheel\, where children can feel the excitement of forming a vessel on a spinning surface. After their creations have been carefully crafted\, they’ll undergo a bisque firing\, turning the clay into sturdy\, unglazed pottery. In the final session\, students will apply colorful glazes to their pieces\, which will then be fired again\, resulting in beautiful\, finished artworks. This combination of traditional hand-building\, introductory wheel work\, and the complete pottery process makes the class both fun and educational\, providing a well-rounded introduction to the art of pottery. \n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMy name is Anna Wilkins\, and I am a proud native Wyomingite\, now residing in Summerville. My passion for art\, specifically in ceramics\, began in high school and deepened as I took college courses in ceramics and worked at the university studio as an onsite manager at Montana State University of Billings. I graduated with a B.A. in psychology\, but continued my love for the ceramics world by teaching ceramics to kids at a summer camp in Maine. Then my husband and I began traveling around the U.S. for work\, and later took a sabbatical to travel internationally\, where I expanded my ceramics education by creating in places like Japan\, Portugal\, and Mexico. \nI’m excited to get back into teaching ceramics because it brings me immense joy to inspire others\, spread my knowledge of pottery\, and share the art of ceramics with people eager to learn and create. \n*Pottery must be picked up within 90 days from the last day of class. The teacher will email you to let you know when it is ready for pick up. Any artwork not picked up within this timeframe will be donated or discarded.*
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/wednesdays-10-21-11-4-4-530pm-3-weeks-pottery-for-kids-ages-6-14/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center- Downstairs Pottery Studio\, 135 West Richardson Avenue\, Summerville\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Kids Classes,Pottery Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20261002T191235Z
CREATED:20261002T190424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T191235Z
UID:17028-1792846800-1792854000@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Stained Glass for Beginners: Saturday 10/24\, 1-3pm
DESCRIPTION:In this beginner-friendly workshop you will learn the basics of stained glass. Students will be taught how to copper foil pre-cut and ground glass pieces and solder it together to finish your own glass suncatcher. To add to the fun\, you could register with a partner or buddy and celebrate the day crafting together!  *Solder is very hot. Please wear closed toed shoes and pants to protect yourself in case of drips. \nMeet the Teacher: Liz Marret \n \nLiz Marret is a self taught stained glass artist. She always was fascinated with stained glass and grew up watching her aunt make stained glass creations for her home after school. Liz has always done crafts and became obsessed after breaking her first piece of glass! Liz is a busy mom of four kids\, in her limited spare time you can either find her in her glass studio working or at the local farmers markets selling her stained glass art. She loves teaching others because it’s such a fun way to share my love of the craft with others!
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/stained-glass-for-beginners-saturday-10-24-1-3pm/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Downstairs Classroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Other Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261024T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261024T180000
DTSTAMP:20261002T201557Z
CREATED:20260918T204320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T201557Z
UID:16775-1792857600-1792864800@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Uncork and Clay: Saturday 10/24\, 4-6pm\, ages 21+
DESCRIPTION:Don’t have the time to commit to a 4 week pottery course? Just want a fun afternoon out to try a new skill? Join us for a crash course in throwing on the wheel! Instructor Meghan Bushman will walk you through the steps to have you slinging mud (the clay kind) in no time. The pottery wheel is one of the trickier art skills to master\, but it is buckets of fun. Dress to get messy and feel free to BYOB\, all pottery materials are provided. Uncork a bottle of your favorite sparkling water or wine and come “clay” with us! There are only 7 spots available for our 7 wheels\, bring a friend/date/sibling/neighbor or come make new friends! \nMeghan will ask you which glaze you’d like your piece dipped in\, she’ll handle the firings\, and your piece(s) will be ready for pick up in about 2-4 weeks. \n*A beginning pottery course is still required before you can sign up for open studio hours* \n**we rotate hosting classes for those under 21 and teens as well\, stay tuned!**
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/uncork-and-clay-saturday-10-24-4-6pm-ages-21/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center- Downstairs Pottery Studio\, 135 West Richardson Avenue\, Summerville\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Pottery Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260724T162446Z
CREATED:20260724T162423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T162446Z
UID:14928-1793124000-1795550400@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Pottery: Wheel & Hand Building: Tuesdays 10/27\, 11/3\, 11/17\, 11/24\, 6-8pm\, 4 weeks
DESCRIPTION:**NO CLASS 11/10** \nThis class is for first time beginners with no experience to Intermediate level students interested in learning new techniques and doing new projects. Each week for three weeks\, we will spend half of each class time hand building with pinching\, coiling\, and wet slab construction. We will spend the other half wheel throwing\, finishing with glazing in the 4th week. A focus specifically on wheel throwing is also possible if that’s ones focus. Join us and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere within the Summerville community while learning the art of working with clay in numerous ways. \nIf you’re interested in scheduling a private group pottery class outside of the dates listed\, please reach out to pottery@publicworksartcenter.org. \nMeet the Teacher: Robin Hippel \nA graduate in Fine Arts in Ceramics from the University of Georgia\, Robin worked in studios in Georgia\, New Jersey\, and South Carolina teaching and creating pots. She has shown work in various galleries and studios including the Soma Gallery in Cape May and the Clay College in Millville\, NJ. She enjoys raw and refined Japanese ceramics\, Italian majolica\, and a variety of international contemporary artists. She curated the Seagrove potter’s “Another Clay Community” ceramics exhibition at the Public Works January to March of 2025. \n“My vision following college was to create one of a kind clay designs and functional art. Designing and and building forms became my favorite part of the process. I found that an evolution occurred which taught me something extraordinary repeatedly. Experimentation established my style and continues to do so. I discovered porcelain clay and followed the work of favored potter Michael Simon over many years. I work primarily on the potters wheel\, altering the form and adding textured slab additions for enhancement and functionality. Taken to the edge with a paddle and a fettling knife\, the form can become more refined while remaining simple and unique. I learned to be a good production potter as well.”
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/pottery-wheel-hand-building-tuesdays-10-27-11-3-11-17-11-24-6-8pm-4-weeks/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center- Downstairs Pottery Studio\, 135 West Richardson Avenue\, Summerville\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Pottery Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261028T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261028T183000
DTSTAMP:20260724T154416Z
CREATED:20260724T154340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T154416Z
UID:14918-1793205000-1793212200@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Drawing for Kids: Wednesday 10/28\, 4:30-6:30pm
DESCRIPTION:In this drawing course\, students will develop the foundational skills and techniques needed to create realistic drawings. Through hands-on projects and guided practice\, students will strengthen their drawing\, shading\, observational\, and design skills while learning how to become a confident artist. They’ll explore composition\, perspective\, and creative problem-solving as they work with charcoal\, graphite\, and ebony pencils. \nStudents will also receive personalized feedback and tips on creating artwork confidently. This class is designed to help prepare students for Rollings School of the Arts auditions\, develop their own original style\, or simply become a better drawer. Students can take a class to refresh their skills or sign up for multiple classes for extended feedback and development. \nMeet the Teacher: Hello! I am Adrienne Johnson. I graduated from College of Charleston with a Bachelor’s of Art in Arts Management. I have been teaching Elementary Art for 8 years. I have also worked under Larry Barnfield with Rollings Auditions for 15 years. My art expertise is charcoal and drawing. I am a Summerville native and went to Rollings for Visual Arts from 4th to 8th grade. My personal goal as an art teacher is to give students the tools and knowledge to have pride in their art and appreciate themselves as artists.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/drawing-for-kids-wednesday-10-28-430-630pm/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Downstairs Classroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Drawing / Painting,Kids Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T183000
DTSTAMP:20260826T202257Z
CREATED:20260724T155239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T202257Z
UID:14922-1793809800-1793817000@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Drawing for Kids: Wednesday 11/4\, 4:30-6:30pm
DESCRIPTION:In this drawing course\, students will develop the foundational skills and techniques needed to create realistic drawings. Through hands-on projects and guided practice\, students will strengthen their drawing\, shading\, observational\, and design skills while learning how to become a confident artist. They’ll explore composition\, perspective\, and creative problem-solving as they work with charcoal\, graphite\, and ebony pencils. \nStudents will also receive personalized feedback and tips on creating artwork confidently. This class is designed to help prepare students for Rollings School of the Arts auditions\, develop their own original style\, or simply become a better drawer. Students can take a class to refresh their skills or sign up for multiple classes for extended feedback and development. \nMeet the Teacher: Hello! I am Adrienne Johnson. I graduated from College of Charleston with a Bachelor’s of Art in Arts Management. I have been teaching Elementary Art for 8 years. I have also worked under Larry Barnfield with Rollings Auditions for 15 years. My art expertise is charcoal and drawing. I am a Summerville native and went to Rollings for Visual Arts from 4th to 8th grade. My personal goal as an art teacher is to give students the tools and knowledge to have pride in their art and appreciate themselves as artists.
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/drawing-for-kids-wednesday-11-4-430-630pm/
LOCATION:Public Works Art Center – Downstairs Classroom\, 135 W. Richardson Ave.\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Drawing / Painting,Kids Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261113T220000
DTSTAMP:20260716T145942Z
CREATED:20260716T145942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T145942Z
UID:11596-1794594600-1794607200@publicworksartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Open Mic Night | Nov 13th
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Public Works Art Center for open mic poetry with Free Verse Poets! Whether you’re a seasoned writer or stepping up to the mic for the first time\, this welcoming space is for you. \n📝 Sign-ups open at 6:30 PM\n🎤 Performances begin at 7:00 PM\n \nPlease note: Performances may include sensitive themes. Recommended for ages 16 and up!
URL:https://publicworksartcenter.org/events-cal/open-mic-night-nov-13th/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Events
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