Elkhart Art League Summer Classes and Workshops
Registration for Summer 2026 classes in our downtown Elkhart studio at the historic train depot is now open. Let your creativity bloom in one of our weekly painting or pottery class sessions, or choose to sample a new art form in a one-time workshop.
Art in the Gardens
Join us for a series of engaging workshops at
the Wellfield Botanic Gardens.
Our workshops are designed to offer the chance to create unique projects in varying media without the long-term commitment of an 8-week class. Whether you are a beginner looking to explore a new medium or an experienced artist seeking to refine your skills, there is something for everyone.
Open Studio
Thursdays 6:00–9:00 p.m.
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Polish your craft or learn a new skill with our studio classes taught by experienced local artists!
WEDNESDAY, September 2, 2026, through WEDNESDAY, October 28, 2026 from 6-9 p.m. (no class September 16) Classes run for 8-week session.
CLASS SIZE IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO 12 STUDENTS DUE TO THE NUMBER OF POTTERY WHEELS IN THE STUDIO.
In this class, you will learn beginning and intermediate techniques of throwing clay on the potters’ wheel AND you will learn basic hand building techniques. You will go through all the steps of creating clay forms from the initial step of centering the clay to making forms such as cylinders, bowls, plates, mugs, and pitchers on the wheel. You will learn how to use the various tools involved in the throwing process, as well as how to trim, glaze, and fire your creations. Also, you will have the opportunity to build mugs, bowls, sculptures and other art with your hands. You will learn new glazing techniques and finish several projects.
Location: Elkhart Art League Studio, 132 Tyler Street, #1B, Elkhart IN 46516 in the west end of the Depot Building south of the Elkhart Post Office.
Cost: Members $153; Non-members $186 for the 8 week class. Membership is $30 for students and senior citizens over 60 years and $50 for adults. That will run for one year from when you sign up.
Class included all instruction, stoneware clay (25 #), glazes, firing, and open studio time on Thursdays. Students may attend our Thursday night Open Studios from 6-9 pm at no charge. (Teachers not available at open studio.)
Email mail@ealonline.org with questions.