Beginner Sloyd Knife Skills for Greenwood Carving

Class Description

Greenwood carving is a woodworking technique that involves using freshly harvested wood, which still contains moisture. This type of wood is generally easier to carve because it is softer and more pliable, making it a popular choice for creating items like spoons and other functional objects. A Sloyd knife is a type of woodworking knife designed for handiwork or crafts. It is part of the Sloyd educational system developed in Sweden in the 1870s to teach students woodworking skills and prepare them for future trades. The knife typically has a straight cutting edge, is easy to sharpen, and is used for carving, marking, and adding details to woodworking projects.

Join Folk Artist & Wood Carver Matthew Retkowski for a 2 hour hands-on workshop designed to teach the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to safely practice greenwood carving with a sloyd knife. This includes basic knife safety, blade theory, safe knife grips for carving, understanding wood grain, and practice time for a small carving project. It is recommended, but not necessary to have taken Greenwood Carving: An Overview of Tools and Techniques prior to taking this course.

Adaptive Art takes place on the second Friday of each month, from 10:30 am – 12 pm.

Adaptive Art is a monthly visual arts and creativity class designed for adults (18+) with disabilities. Thanks to a generous grant from Ronald McDonald House Charities, registration is currently free while funds last. In this class, participants will explore various adaptive mediums such as movement, drawing, painting, and poetry to find new ways of self-expression and PLAY alongside talented and passionate teacher, Sara Fisher. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the joy of art in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Sunday Feb 9, 1 – 3 pm: Photo Transfers at Erie Art Museum

This class is part of the 4-part Experimental Photo Series. Registration required.

Join teaching artists to make image transfers with your own photographs. Class will include a guided tour of the museum.

This popular 6-week class will introduce you to the art of Asian watercolor painting. Small class size allows for personalized instruction.

Learn to oil paint with Ana Balcazar, artist and curator of Entre Plantas y Mujeres, on view at the Erie Art Museum through May 12th, 2024. No prior experience with oil painting is necessary, as all levels are welcome.

Experimental Photography is a workshop series led by artist and photographer, Sarah MK Moody, inspired by Nicole Reinhold Martin’s Painterly Polaroids exhibition. Sarah will instruct participants in various photo making processes. Participants may sign up for the entire series, or for each individual class.

February 24th

Zine Making at 1020 Collective

Create a photo collage zine using tools at 1020.

Experimental Photography is a workshop series led by artist and photographer, Sarah MK Moody, inspired by Nicole Reinhold Martin’s Painterly Polaroids exhibition. Sarah will instruct participants in various photo making processes. Participants may sign up for the entire series, or for each individual class.

February 17th

Pinhole Cameras at 1020 Collective

Students will explore pinhole cameras at and around 1020 Collective. Images will then be developed and printed in the darkroom.

Experimental Photography is a workshop series led by artist and photographer, Sarah MK Moody, inspired by Nicole Reinhold Martin’s Painterly Polaroids exhibition. Sarah will instruct participants in various photo making processes. Participants may sign up for the entire series, or for each individual class.

February 10th

Lumen Printing at 1020 Collective

Participants will explore making lumens at 1020 Collective, utilizing the gallery space (and outside if there is sunlight!). We will review photography books for inspiration.

Experimental Photography is a workshop series led by artist and photographer, Sarah MK Moody, inspired by Nicole Reinhold Martin’s Painterly Polaroids exhibition. Sarah will instruct participants in various photo making processes. Participants may sign up for the entire series, or for each individual class.

February 3rd

Cyanotype and Photograms

We will make photograms and cyanotypes. Participants are encouraged to bring flowers or other items that are meaningful to them to make their images. They will be guided through the current exhibitions on view.

Embrace winter's cozy charm with the Erie Art Museum's Winter Crochet Class. Learn the art of crochet, creating warm winter accessories or a granny square blanket.

Experimental Photography is a workshop series led by artist and photographer, Sarah MK Moody, inspired by Nicole Reinhold Martin’s Painterly Polaroids exhibition. Sarah will instruct participants in various photo making processes. Participants may sign up for the entire series, or for each individual class.

January 27th

Xerox/Image Transfers

Participants will explore various image making through printed photographs transferred onto other pages. Participants are encouraged to bring photographs printed on laser or printer paper, or have images available on their cell phones to be printed in class.

Experimental Photography is a workshop series led by artist and photographer, Sarah MK Moody, inspired by Nicole Reinhold Martin’s Painterly Polaroids exhibition. Sarah will instruct participants in various photo making processes. Participants may sign up for the entire series, or for each individual class.

January 20th

Polaroid Making and Altering

This class will lead participants in taking polaroid portraits and images around the museum. Participants will then scan and enlarge their images to alter them through painting and other media in post production. Students will also explore polaroid lifts (taking the image from the polaroid and “lifting” it onto another paper). We will tour Nicole’s show for inspiration from “Painterly Polaroids”.

Asian Watercolor is back for our winter sessions. View details and register on our class page.

The Erie Art Museum is partnering with Seneca Nation artists to bring you a choice of two workshops on Sunday, December 3rd from 1 – 4 pm.

Create Flat Spiral Weave Bracelets with Samantha Jacobs of the Cattaraugus First Nation, OR discover the cultural heritage of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois/Six Nations) by crafting beaded velvet pin cushions in honor of the strawberry with Penelope S. Minner.

Want to learn a new fall craft, join Holly Murphy for an introduction to yarn, tools, pattern reading, and basic stitches. This is a four week class at The Erie Art Museum from 6 - 8 pm.

Sunday, November 26

1 – 4 pm

Prepare for the holidays with a Card Making Workshop at the Erie Art Museum! Led by Alex Anthes, this hands-on workshop will use relief printmaking to create unique custom holiday cards. Choose from intricate snowflakes or create a personalized festive design with our tools and guidance to bring your ideas to life! $35 for members, $50 for non-members. Members use the code CARDS for your discount.

Want to learn a new fall craft, join Holly Murphy for an introduction to yarn, tools, pattern reading, and basic stitches. This is a four week class at The Erie Art Museum from 6 - 8 pm.

Access Art is a class for adults with special needs and abilities to engage with art. The class encourages the exploration of different mediums for interpretations such as movement, drawing, painting, and poetry. Access Art will be held every Second Friday of the month from 10 am – 12 pm.

This event is free but participants must register ahead

Want to learn a new fall craft, join Holly Murphy for an introduction to yarn, tools, pattern reading, and basic stitches. This is a four week class at The Erie Art Museum from 6 - 8 pm.

With instructor Esther Hong, this class will introduce you to the art of Asian watercolor painting. You’ll learn to paint the basic form of orchid, bamboo, plum blossom, and chrysanthemum with traditional materials.

Access Art is a class for adults with special needs and abilities to engage with art. The class encourages the exploration of different mediums for interpretations such as movement, drawing, painting, and poetry. Access Art will be held every Second Friday of the month from 10 am – 12 pm.

This event is free but participants must register ahead

With instructor Esther Hong, this class will introduce you to the art of Asian watercolor painting. You’ll learn to paint the basic form of orchid, bamboo, plum blossom, and chrysanthemum with traditional materials.

With instructor Esther Hong, this class will introduce you to the art of Asian watercolor painting. You’ll learn to paint the basic form of orchid, bamboo, plum blossom, and chrysanthemum with traditional materials.

With instructor Esther Hong, this class will introduce you to the art of Asian watercolor painting. You’ll learn to paint the basic form of orchid, bamboo, plum blossom, and chrysanthemum with traditional materials.

With instructor Esther Hong, this class will introduce you to the art of Asian watercolor painting. You’ll learn to paint the basic form of orchid, bamboo, plum blossom, and chrysanthemum with traditional materials.

Learn basic and advanced jewelry making techniques with Jan & Dan Niebauer. This is a wonderful opportunity to create one-of-a-kind gifts for your friends and family as we approach the holiday season.