As part of the Duke Arts Trajectories Exhibition, by Maya Ghanem and Nashia Ogbuagu

This site-specific installation by Colombian artist and engineer Miler Lagos is made of cardboard boxes collected on Duke’s campus, stacked and carved to resemble the base of a Ceiba tree.

Upcycle and repair your textile goods.

If you are new to polymer clay, you came to the right place! Clay allows us to express our imaginations through our hands — and the medium that allows the most possibilities is polymer-baked clay.

You will be making ornate designs with intricate patterns that will come to life with vibrant colors.

Make a new companion by sewing your own plushie!

Learn how to throw pottery on the wheel! In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of centering and throwing cylinders.

Relax and engage in the magic of mindful watercolor painting!

Learn how to throw pottery on the wheel! In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of centering and throwing cylinders.

In this workshop, you will learn watercolor techniques while painting the Duke Chapel

This two-hour workshop will cover the basics of screen printing: putting images on screens (making a stencil), ink mixing, and how to effectively use a squeegee.

Use running stitches to create accents and all over design to embellish your clothing and textile projects.

In this workshop students will learn the basics of linocut printmaking. Students will be provided with a small piece of soft linoleum and a carving tool to create their design

You will gain a solid understanding of key settings like ISO, white balance, shutter speed, and aperture, and how these settings control exposure. We will also explore composition techniques to enhance the visual impact of your photos.

Make a tiny critter, cat toy, or portrait using colored wool and specialized needles.

This two-hour workshop will cover the basics of screen printing: putting images on screens (making a stencil), ink mixing, and how to effectively use a squeegee.

Canceled due to snow.

In this workshop, you will learn the basics of bookbinding to create your own journal to take home.

Explore the craft of decorating fabric using a needle and thread. Practice creating imagery using colorful thread- students will learn tips and techniques to achieve traditional embroidery styles.

Learn how to throw pottery on the wheel! In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of centering and throwing cylinders.

Self Love and Magic is the way to go! In this workshop we will explore the practice of self love through art and expression. We will discuss the ways to add more Love into our new year with Love Jars.

This two-hour workshop will cover the basics of putting images on screens (making a stencil), ink mixing, and how to effectively use a squeegee to get ink through the screen and print multiple copies of an image.

We will learn to make botanical gel prints straight from plants! Each print will give you two beautiful images- a silhouette and something resembling a photocopy.

In this beginner friendly workshop, Hyewon Grigoni will take you through some basic drawing exercises and give away all her drawing secrets.

Learn how to throw pottery on the wheel! In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of centering and throwing cylinders.

Immerse yourself in a dynamic experience where you’ll not only discover creative techniques but also grasp the significance of journaling. You’ll take home a stunning 9x12 painting to remind you to take time to relax in art.

In this workshop you’ll learn the basics of wire sculpture, specifically aiming toward observing and forming plant sculptures. We’ll start with a quick drawing warmup (NO DRAWING EXPERIENCE or SKILL NECESSARY!), and then learn how to form a simple cone flower and leaves, with plenty of space for making it your own.

Students will be provided with a mini loom and selection of yarns. Together we will work through some simple weaving stitches and create something decorative.

A Maritime Haunting is an immersive sound installation that explores loss from Mediterranean border policies through vocal elements and sea sounds. Performers act as a Greek chorus, creating a collective elegy for lives lost during migration. Free and open to the public; no reservations required.

Students will be provided with a mini loom and selection of yarns. Together we will work through some simple weaving stitches and create something decorative.

Demonstrating each step of the neon making process including pattern making, illuminated glass color theory, glass bending, bombarding and install. Weaving demos and showing the weaving and dyeing process in a mini production studio.

Learn to make a twined basket. Using wetted reed, you will learn a simple basket weaving technique that will make a quick and lovely container.

You will be making ornate designs with intricate patterns that will come to life with vibrant colors.

In this workshop you’ll learn the basics of wire sculpture, specifically aiming toward observing and forming plant sculptures.

Learn how to throw pottery on the wheel! In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of centering and throwing cylinders.

Heel Workshop is an open-level, choreography-based dance class. Heels are optional.

This two-hour workshop will cover the basics of screen printing: putting images on screens (making a stencil), ink mixing, and how to effectively use a squeegee.

Explore the craft of decorating fabric using a needle and thread. Practice creating imagery using colorful thread- students will learn tips and techniques to achieve traditional embroidery styles.

Make a tiny critter, cat toy, or portrait using colored wool and specialized needles.

Learn how to throw pottery on the wheel! In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of centering and throwing cylinders.

Using the humble potato, you will design and carve your own stamps. Each student will be able to make a canvas tote, as well as print on paper to use as cards, wrapping paper, wall art, or whatever you desire.

YSDT Dabke classes blend contemporary dance and theater with traditional Dabke tools (rhythm, footwork, unison movement etc.) to invite improvisation and play within the traditional form.

Join Gowri Savoor for a magical lantern festival, celebrating seeds and light. Participants can bring lanterns and join the parade. Hot apple cider will be served around a bonfire afterwards.

Join visual teaching artist, Gowri Savoor, for a fun and unique workshop to learn how to make a magical star-shaped lantern using bamboo, paper, and LED lights.

This two-hour workshop will cover the basics of screen printing: putting images on screens (making a stencil), ink mixing, and how to effectively use a squeegee.

In this workshop, you will learn watercolor techniques while painting the Duke Chapel

Come learn about and paint calaveras and alebrijes for Dia de los Muertos!

This class introduces the traditions of Dia de Muertos. We will construct an ofrenda and learn how to produce paper cempaxochitl (marigolds) and papel picado (cut paper).

We will learn to make botanical gel prints straight from plants! Each print will give you two beautiful images- a silhouette and something resembling a photocopy.

Learn a few different simple bookbinding techniques as you create your own Zine, a personal publication that can be about anything you choose.

Learn to make paper from recycled materials like junk mail! In this zero-waste workshop, we'll use a blended pulp to create sheets of paper using the dip method with a mold and deckle.

If you are new to polymer clay, you came to the right place! Clay allows us to express our imaginations through our hands — and the medium that allows the most possibilities is polymer-baked clay.

Learn how to throw pottery on the wheel! In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of centering and throwing cylinders.

In this 2 hour workshop you will learn the basics of bookbinding to create your own journal to take home.

"Light Lane" draws attention to sustainability and celebrating our city with bicycles featuring images created by local artists and music selected to accompany their work.

Participants will learn the art of looking as the foundation to drawing out observations.

Visible mending is an ornamental approach to repairing an item. Rather than trying to mask the area where the item was damaged, the goal is to highlight these imperfections in a creative, eye-catching way.

Come prepared to play with bold brushstrokes, vibrant hues, and creative ideas as you discover the endless possibilities of acrylic art!

In this workshop, participants will explore the beauty of the plants, bugs, and surroundings of the Duke Campus Farm, and learn to document their observations in words and sketches.

A hands-on workshop where you will learn how to screen print a unique, 2-color, voting advocacy poster from start-to-finish.

Learn how to throw pottery on the wheel! In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of centering and throwing cylinders.

In this workshop, we’ll practice using embroidery on paper to highlight the natural beauty of vintage photographs and create a new piece of art.

Relax and engage in the magic of mindful watercolor painting!

In this workshop students will learn the basics of lino cut printmaking.

Embark on a journey of creative mixed media journaling.

Unleash your creativity with the vibrant world of oil pastels.

Use running stitches to create accents and all over design to embellish your clothing and textile projects.

Honor the dead with a Day of the Dead altar piece, at Duke Chapel that pays homage to the rich cultural heritage and sacred traditions of Día de los Muertos. This event is free and open to the public. No reservations are required.

This large-scale installation is a virtual interactive waterfall from Montreal-based digital art studio Iregular. This exhibition is free and open to the public. No reservations are required.

About the Workshop Get some aggression out by stabbing things until they’re cute! In this workshop we will go over the basics of needle felting, introducing the tools, techniques, and ...

About the Workshop There are endless things that can be done with this unique printmaking process; for this class we will be learning to make botanical prints straight from plants ...

About the Workshop Learn time-honored Japanese Sashiko techniques for mending and repairing damaged textiles. Participants are encouraged to bring 2-3 items that need simple mending alterations that can be done ...

About the Workshop This two-hour workshop will cover the basics of putting images on screens (making a stencil), ink mixing, and how to effectively use a squeegee to get ink ...

We welcome UNC professor and photographer Lindsay Metivier for a one-of-a-kind workshop! After reviewing photography composition techniques, learn how to transfer images from a Polaroid picture onto a new surface. ...

About the Workshop Relax and engage in the magic of mindful watercolor painting! Participants will learn a variety of different experimental and texture building techniques, then play with the materials ...

Taught by Sean Graham Come make your very own beautiful art print to hang in your dorm room or apartment! In this workshop students will learn the basics of linocut ...