Robbinsdale Area Schools Community Education

The Irish/Celts have an unique type of alphabet that has a lot of symbolism. We will discuss a little of the Druidic symbols and oral traditions. The spirals and knots use abstract forms of nature. The Celtic alphabet will be taught along with scrolling. Medium is inks and the pen. *A $25 supply fee will need to be paid to the instructor the first night of class. This will cover the calligraphy pens you will be using. You may also bring your own calligraphy supplies (must have C tips).

Sumi-e Club Meet with others who share your passion. All abilities welcome. Groups are self-directed. Bring your own supplies. There is no class fee to participate but there is a $19 annual fee per person. Stop by the Adult Enrichment office at Pilgrim Lane in Plymouth call 763-504-6990 to join a Hobby Group. Sumi-e Japanese Brush Painting Explore the ancient practice of Japanese Sumi-e, a unique style of black-ink brush painting on paper. Join other Sumi-e painting enthusiasts and practitioners for a morning of painting and calligraphy, sharing techniques and learning from one another. The Sumi-e group welcomes both those with experience in Sumi-e ink painting as well as beginners. For beginners we provide instructions and materials for use in class, to get started. Join us to develop your brush painting skills, and experience the peaceful and elegant art forms of Japanese calligraphy and Sumi-e painting.

Learning the basic knowledge about sewing and we will create projects from scratch. We will be using hands and sewing machine techniques. *Sewing machines provided by instructor *Fabric & materials included in price. What past participants have said about the class: Class was excellent! It could have been offer over 3 or 4 sessions and would be been equally as good.

Learn to make pottery on a kick wheel! Students receive an introduction to basic pottery techniques: wedging, centering, throwing, trimming, and glazing. Grab a friend and join the fun! *The final night of each session is a 30 minute project pickup from 6:30-7:00. What past participants have said about the class: "The instructor was knowledgeable, helpful, kind, and he clearly goes out of his way to make the experience something that seasoned and brand new students alike can learn and benefit from. I’ve personally never done kick wheel pottery before and I definitely plan to come back."