Attend A Free Class with Local Artists
A little time to create can open up a whole world of possibilities. This November through June, join local artists to explore a new craft, build your skills, and connect with others in our creative community.
Presented by the Sylva Art and Design Committee (SADC) and Jackson County Arts Council (JCAC), the Artist Enrichment Class series offers afternoons of learning and inspiration, from bookmaking and leatherworking to painting, pottery, and sharing your work online.
All classes are free and open to the public. Materials, soda waters, and cookies are provided. Each class meets from 1–4 p.m., with reservations required and space limited to 15 participants per class.
November 15: Accordion Books & Decorative Covers
With Gayle Woody
The Undercut, 497 W. Mill St., Sylva
Discover how a few folds can become a work of art. Join Gayle Woody to explore accordion books and decorative covers, bringing your own creative touch to a format that can hold artwork, memories, or a story.
December 6: Introduction to Leatherworking
With Derrick Morrow
The Undercut, 497 W. Mill St., Sylva
Explore the craft of leatherworking with Derrick Morrow. Get an introduction to this versatile material and the tools and techniques that help transform leather into something distinctive.
January 10: Start Your Own Etsy Shop
With Emily Powell
The Undercut, 497 W. Mill St., Sylva
Have handmade work you’d like to share with a wider audience? Emily Powell will introduce the basics of starting an Etsy shop and help you take the first steps toward bringing your creative work online.
February 21: A Day in the Life at Cullowheegee Farms
With Sarah & Eric Rehman
Cullowheegee Soap Shop, Tuckasegee
Address shared with registered attendees only.
Go behind the scenes with Sarah and Eric Rehman for a look at large-batch soap production. Watch their process, ask questions, and discover the work that goes into making soap at Cullowheegee Farms. This is a demonstration class, with no hands-on soapmaking.
Find the farm on Instagram at @cullowheegee_farms.
March 14: Cherokee Language & Art
With David Jumper
The Undercut, 497 W. Mill St., Sylva
Join David Jumper for an afternoon that brings Cherokee language and artistic expression together. Explore language through a creative project, making connections between words, meaning, and art.
April 11: Design Foundations in Canva
With Andrea Nyberg of NOYA Designs
The Undercut, 497 W. Mill St., Sylva
Bring more confidence to your next design project. Andrea Nyberg of NOYA Designs will introduce design foundations in Canva, exploring how layout, color, and typography can help your ideas come across clearly.
May 16: Landscape Painting Foundations
With Hannah Biemborn
The Undercut, 497 W. Mill St., Sylva
Take inspiration from the scenery around you. Join Hannah Biemborn to explore landscape painting foundations and discover how composition, color, and depth work together to bring a scene to life.
June 13: Explore Pottery
With Ev of Sunny Girls Pottery
The Undercut, 497 W. Mill St., Sylva
Discover the creative possibilities of pottery with Ev of Sunny Girls Pottery. Spend an afternoon exploring Cuerda Seca and Cyanotype techniques to decorate bisque tiles and bring your own artistic ideas to the surface.
Make a Little Room for Creativity this Season
Reserve your spot and join the Sylva Art & Design Committee and the Jackson County Arts Council for an afternoon of art, learning, and community.
