W401 Pyrography (Woodburning) Fundamentals

Instructor: Jennifer Frisch

Study the art of woodburning in this hands-on foundational class! Easy-to-follow instruction will include getting to know the woodburning tool itself and skill-building exercises that will provide the experience necessary to produce a final piece. During this class you will experience a variety of wood types to burn on, practice using several woodburning tips to produce multiple effects, and learn how to add color and finishing touches. There will be an emphasis on tools and techniques suitable for home practice, so register now and be inspired to start a new hobby!

Woodburners are provided, but please feel free to bring your own to learn how your tool works with these techniques!

No Class 7/2/2024

Last day to register 5/27/2024

CLASS BONUS TIME Class Bonus Time is additional time to work in the studio outside of class hours and it is available to students who are currently enrolled in ceramics classes and pyrography classes. Class Bonus Time is available for the weeks the class is scheduled as well as one week after the class ends to help wrap up any projects. There is no cost to utilize Class Bonus Time, but all participants must sign-in at the lobby.

YOUTH PARTICIPANTS For students ages 14-17 participating in non-youth classes, parents/guardians must complete this waiver and send to Artisan.Center@nwtc.edu before the first day of class. The form may also be completed at the Artisan and Business Center if registering in person.