By Age Group
The Bascom is working towards creating a more integrated and user-friendly experience for our visitors. Please read the following information to familiarize yourself with the process.
How does it work?
Whenever you register for a class or workshop online, you'll be prompted to create a user account during the registration process. The information you provide there can then be used to log in here.
- Register for a Workshop
- Create your username and password during the registration process
- Check your email (Don't see it in your inbox? Check your junk/spam folder and mark it as not junk/spam)
- Click on the activation link in the email and... Voila! You're good to go!
Youth Pottery: Ghosts
Get ready for spooky season by creating clay ghosts using slabs and texture tools.
Ages 5 to 18
Artist talk with Christine Kosiba
Please join us for an artist talk with ceramics artist Christine Kosiba.
Sculpting Animals
Demonstration and technical instruction related to various clay hand-building techniques will be provided as you create your own animal sculptures. We will discuss gesture and features that breathe life into the work, experiment with using found objects and discuss surface treatments and finishing techniques. Emphasis will be on creating narrative and personal expression in your individual pieces.
Youth Pottery: Thanksgiving Serving Pieces
Use the slab roller and slump molds to create a serving tray or bowl.
Ages 5 to 18
Create a Wreath with Coordinating Tabletop Arrangement
Come to our winter wonderland workshop to create a wreath (or two!) with a long-lasting arrangement that will last through the holidays. We will use foraged textural elements, mountain greens, velvet ribbon and dried florals. All supplies included. |
Youth Pottery: Luminary Trees
Make a luminary tree that can be used with real or electric candles.
Ages 5 to 18
Youth Pottery: Ornaments
Come make a variety of personalized ornaments to keep or share with family and friends.
Ages 5 to 18
Youth Pottery: Pinch Pot Snowmen
Make your own personalized pinch pot snowman. Work will be fired after class and available in 2-3 weeks.
Ages 5 to 18
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Visit: 323 Franklin Road
Highlands, NC 28741 (Map It)
Call: 828-526-4949 (Main)
828-787-2892 (Ceramics Studio)
This project was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Learn more at NCArts.org
Funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more at SouthArts.org.
Funding is due in part to a Tourism Grant with Visit Highlands, NC. Learn more HighlandsChamber.org