Waterfall Arts Belfast

What better way to spend a summer Saturday afternoon than drawing with new friends? This class is an opportunity for beginner and mid-level artists interested in acquiring and refining their drawing skills in a relaxed atmosphere where students needs will be addressed on an individual basis. Formal issues of drawing will be discussed within the context of personal expression. Classes will meet at Waterfall Arts with several field trips planned to explore drawing opportunities in the local area.

Paste paper is a technique for painting in layered glazes on paper to achieve decorative effects. It's very easy, straightforward and very addictive! The resulting papers can be used in book arts, collage, other craft projects and as final abstract paintings.

This event features art making (ceramics in this case), good drink, and good company. Working with clay is relaxing and fun and if you add in a whole room of people working in clay, having fun and enjoying a little wine, it’s even better. Unleash your creativity and have a good time doing it. We’ll supply everything you need – clay, equipment and instruction and for a small donation, the wine!

Keep the creativity flowing throughout the fall with this weekly drop-in art club for ages 8-18! Kids can work on their own projects, get help with a certain skill, or experiment with the many materials in the Bridge Studio. Parents/guardians must come in and fill out a sign up form at drop-off (only the first time) or fill out the online form below before first drop-off. Kids can drop $8 into the jar when they arrive, or visits can be prepaid…

Bridge is a free after school art club for creative 6th graders to connect to themselves, each other, and the community. Over weekly sessions, club members become a tight knit group of supportive artists, learning to be themselves and find their unique voices in a judgement-free zone. After snack, Bridge students share news or projects they’ve been working on, learn to use new materials or techniques, collaborate on group projects, take on independent projects, meet local artists, show their work…

Learn all about clay, wheel-throwing techniques, hand building, and the process of glazing and firing. Make pots, figures, sculptures and bowls. Exceptional instructor Linda Stec provides guidance and support. New and returning students are welcome. Come and have fun!

Critiques and group discussion keep vision fresh and technique on track.

What is started in Color Theory I continues and expands in this 8 week class. Artists study color structure (harmonic relationships), composition, and application of paint, expanding the palette, finding color balance within the work, and analyzing a work as it develops. In addition, the mechanics and methodology of the painting process - different types of brushes, preparing a substrate, making paint, using extenders, adjusting for canvas size, how to put the paint onto canvas selectively and deliberately are addressed.…

Artists will work sequentially through a series of exercises that demonstrate the behavior of color in certain conditions. In addition to the in-class lessons, assignments issued each week will be completed at home. Attention is paid to identifying what in seen in terms of color, interpreting information and translating observation into a mix, learning color interaction, and handling paint. As the course progresses, artists will put these essentials into practice painting directly from observation. Weekly critique provides opportunity to clarify…

Join this group firing event with work you've already created! Work can be made in the Clay Studio during Open Studio hours. Clay Open Studio happens weekly on Wednesday nights from 5:30 to 7:30PM. Pieces bust be bisqued and glazes used must be suitable for Raku firing. Raku clay and glazes available to purchase in the Clay Studio.  Pieces are limited to number of participants. Call the office for more information.   Raku Firing Party with Linda Stec Friday, September…

This is a concentrated watercolor workshop designed for people working on many levels: Those who have wanted to experience the medium but have been intimidated, and those who want to find new freedom in painting and/or watercolor. In an intensive weekend, we’ll progressively move through a series of paintings (trees, flowers, birds, sunsets) while creating a watercolor journal filled with fun and compelling exercises. We’ll dispel the tired notion that “watercolor is unforgiving” by learning about its physical properties and…

No lights? No flash? No problem. Spend the day learning techniques for making photographs using only natural light inside the daylight studio at Waterfall Arts. While a basic level of camera knowledge is required to get the most out of the class, beginners are encouraged to come and practice manipulating light using free or affordable tools. Both film and digital shooters are welcome. Experienced film photographers are invited back to develop their negatives in the Waterfall Arts darkroom during Open…

Bridge Jr. offers after school art activities that are open-ended and allow young artists to find their own creative voice. Sessions start with "shares", where artists show what they're working on and get feedback and encouragement. The teaching artist shows tips and tricks to get the group started with materials of interest, but there's also "free create" - time to do what you want! This program can be paid for on a sliding scale for those with financial need. Scholarships are also available.

Art Together Mornings is a series of memorable mornings where adult and child create side-by-side! Each project is designed to fully engage all ages and stages; parents get their hands dirty enjoying the materials, while being guided with tips on supporting their young artists’ creativity. Each adult-child group takes home whatever they make as a keepsake of their special morning. Through the Art Together Mornings series, families explore a variety of activities and feel the benefits of the unique experience of focused time spent creating together.

Come discover your Soul’s Inner Wisdom through the creation of beautiful and personal SoulCollage ® cards. Waterfall Arts invites you to this experiential workshop. It is creative, fun, and supports you in your quest for creative expression and self-understanding. No previous art experience is necessary, but experienced artists are also welcome. SoulCollage ® is a worldwide creativity and mindfulness practice that is growing every year.

This technique of monotype printing offers the opportunity of color mixing/interactions and mark making that allows for luminosity of the paper to add excitement to the print. Learn to understand viscosity of ink, modify ink, lay down an even layer of ink on a transparent surface, prepare 4 plates with the the basics of one image, and then register the plates to paper on the press. We will use process colors blue, magenta and yellow for the 3 color plates…

This one-day workshop focuses on basic techniques in hand building with a twist! Students will learn how to incorporate paper into the clay body. The cellulose from the paper helps to extend the elasticity and strength of the clay making it easier to create thinner constructions. Drying time is reduced as well allowing opportunity to create multiple works. All levels welcomed.   CERAMICS: HANDBUILDING WITH PAPER CLAY Saturday, October 27 11:00AM - 3:00PM $80 Age 15+ Members receive class discounts!…

This intensive workshop is designed for artists who want to create a sustainable life making art and advance both creatively and professionally. Creating a strong, body of work is the most important part of being an artist, but how do you pay the bills, juggle time, money, studio and life? This workshop will address the most critical issues in developing a lifelong practice of making art. Issues of how and where to exhibit, documentation, creating a website, grant writing, residencies,…

Learn how to achieve multiple colors in a linoleum cut image through reduction printing. This 3 hour workshop will be an introduction to the technique of reduction printing. Students will learn about cutting tools, materials, carving sequence and ink mixing. Students will use 6x9 easy cut linoleum blocks and have the opportunity to carve and edition their own print.

Learn how to screen print in this condensed one day workshop. The first half of the class will cover the basics of printing on paper while learning about the tools and materials needed to get started printing on your own. The second half of the day will be dedicated to learning more advanced techniques such as multi-color registration and printing on fabric Students are required to bring design ideas for screen printing as well as the willingness to get a little messy.