Create announces upcoming classes

Create has a busy early June planned with a variety of classes.

Pre-registration is required as class sizes are limited. Registrations can be mailed to PO Box 1173, Newport, WA 99156, or register online at www.createarts.org. Office hours are Tuesday and Thursday, noon to 3 p.m.; and Wednesdays, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; at 900 W. Fourth, Newport. Masks are recommended.

• Weezil Samter will be teaching, "Get Twisting," using copper wire for making a bracelet or ring on Thursday, June 10, for $15. Two classes are offered 1-3 p.m. and 3-5 p.m. This class is for ages 10 and up and has been very popular.

• Randy Haa will guide students on. Friday, June 11, in the making a sunflower picture on canvas through the acrylic pour process. This is a fluid way of painting with additives allowing the paint to move. The class is $15 and will take place from 10 a.m. until noon.

• Olivia Giannasi will be offering her popular antler basket class on Saturday, June 12, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for $45. Bring thin needle-nose pliers, a sack lunch and your prepared antler. Antler preparation will be on June 11 from 4:30-6 p.m. This is an advanced level class.

• Lynn Walters is presenting a block printing class on Friday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $15. Students will prepare a linoleum block and then print with it. You can use your block for making cards or other designs. All materials are supplied and the minimum age is 12.

• On Saturday, June 19, Randy Haa will be offering a fused glass garden stake class for $15. The class is from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants can choose your critter type, shape, and arrange the glass. All materials are supplied.

For more information or to register, stop by Create, 900 W. Fourth in Newport, go online to createarts.org, or cal 509-447-9277.