Duke Arts Create

Magic Bottles

Magic Bottles

Wednesday, January 29 at 6:00pm

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.

Screen Printing

Screen Printing

Tuesday, January 28 at 6:00pm

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.

Gel Printing

Gel Printing

Thursday, January 23 at 6:00pm

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.

Drawing 101

Drawing 101

Wednesday, January 22 at 5:15pm

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

Wheel Throwing

Wheel Throwing

Friday, January 17 at 5:30pm

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

Journal Making

Journal Making

Tuesday, January 14 at 6:00pm

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.

Wire Sculpture

Wire Sculpture

Thursday, January 9 at 6:00pm

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.

Weaving

Weaving

Wednesday, January 8 at 5:15pm

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.

Weaving

Weaving

December 4, 2024

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.

Studio visit to Hex Neon and Syd’s Threads

Studio visit to Hex Neon and Syd’s Threads

December 3, 2024

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.

Intro to Quietude: An Exploration of Meditation and the Inner Life

Intro to Quietude: An Exploration of Meditation and the Inner Life

November 24, 2024

Whether you’re new to a practice of quietude or a long-time practitioner, this workshop will allow us to access simple, effective techniques that expose the truth of our experiences. Here we will sit and chat and practice the ancient ways of settling our minds in their natural state of gentle, peaceful luminosity.

Basketry

Basketry

November 21, 2024

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.

Mandala

Mandala

November 20, 2024

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

Wire Sculpture

Wire Sculpture

November 14, 2024

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

Wheel Throwing

Wheel Throwing

November 22, 2024

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

Heelz

Heelz

November 12, 2024

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

Screen Printing

Screen Printing

November 11, 2024

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.

Yoga for Everybody

Yoga for Everybody

November 10, 2024

In this beginner-level class, we'll learn to breathe with awareness, feel the body's glorious response to the breath, and move through a variety of shapes.

Embroidery

Embroidery

November 8, 2024

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.

Needle Felting

Needle Felting

November 6, 2024

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

Wheel Throwing

Wheel Throwing

November 1, 2024

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

Potato Printing

Potato Printing

November 4, 2024

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.

Yaa Samar! Dance Theatre: Dabke

Yaa Samar! Dance Theatre: Dabke

November 9, 2024

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.

Seeds of Light Lantern Walk

Seeds of Light Lantern Walk

October 29, 2024

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.

Lantern Making

Lantern Making

October 28, 2024

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.

The Flavour of Butoh

The Flavour of Butoh

October 24, 2024

We will introduce Butoh materials and use these as the basis to fully develop our imagination. In the imaginative session, we use the body as a vessel to communicate and transmit information, allowing for autonomy and improvisation in each exercise.

Screen Printing

Screen Printing

October 24, 2024

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.

Modern Fusion Dance

Modern Fusion Dance

October 18, 2024

Modern fusion for beg/intermediate movers - modern with africanist elements intertwined: polyrhythm, polycentrism, and overall african/jazz influence.

Gel Printing

Gel Printing

October 16, 2024

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.

Zine Making

Zine Making

October 9, 2024

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

Papermaking

October 8, 2024

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.

Sculpey

Sculpey

October 7, 2024

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.

Wheel Throwing

Wheel Throwing

October 4, 2024

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

Flash Fiction

Flash Fiction

October 2, 2024

We're focusing on micro and flash fiction (stories from 50-1000 words), which offer a great set of boundaries for new writers and constraints for experienced writers. This workshop is appropriate for any level of writer!

Bookbinding

Bookbinding

October 1, 2024

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

Drawing 101

Drawing 101

September 26, 2024

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

Mindful Mending

Mindful Mending

September 25, 2024

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.

Acrylic Painting

Acrylic Painting

September 24, 2024

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

Field Notes

Field Notes

September 19, 2024

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.

Wheel Throwing

Wheel Throwing

September 13, 2024

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

Embroidery on Photographs

Embroidery on Photographs

September 12, 2024

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.

Hip Hop

Hip Hop

September 5, 2024

Hip-Hop Workshop is an open-level, choreography-based dance class. Please wear sneakers!

Sashiko

Sashiko

August 27, 2024

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