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Introduction to Pyrography Class
Class Location:
Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, Millville, New Jersey
Saturday, September 19 • 11 AM - 2 PM
Overview
Get ready to ignite your creativity with a fun and interactive session on Pyrography - the art of wood burning!
Class Duration: 1 session, 3 hours total
Location: Education Studio, Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center
Ages: 16 & above
Class Limit: 4 to 12
Class Fee: $80
Instructor: Loring Slivinski
Prerequisite: None
Registration Closing: September 12
Learn the basics of woodburning in this beginner workshop designed to help you get comfortable with the tools and techniques of pyrography. Each participant will receive a small wooden piece with a simple design already sketched out. We’ll cover safety, types of wood, transferring designs, heat settings, and how to avoid common mistakes. You will practice burning clean lines and basic shading while receiving step-by-step guidance. All materials are provided, and you will leave with a finished piece and a set of resources to help you continue exploring pyrography on your own.
Seats are limited and booked on a first-come, first-reserve basis. Besides an auto-generated email receipt, you will receive a confirmation email from the Director of Education and Artist Services, Pamela Weichmann. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at 856.825.6800 ext. 112 or by emailing pweichmann@wheatonarts.org.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Refunds are eligible up to one week before the beginning of the workshop. After this time, workshop fees are non-refundable. WheatonArts reserves the right to cancel a workshop due to minimum enrollment. If cancellation occurs, WheatonArts will refund all workshop fees. A $25 fee is charged to those who do not show up for their appointment. We require 24 hours’ notice to cancel an appointment; otherwise, it will be considered a no-show, except in the case of illness. Appointments can be rescheduled by phone or email.
NOTE: Clicking the Register button will take you to another website for class registration
Intermediate Pyrography Class
Class Location:
Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, Millville, New Jersey
Saturday, November 21 • 11 AM - 2 PM
Overview
Ready to take your wood burning skills to the next level? Join us for a fun Pyrography workshop where you'll learn new techniques to enhance your pyrography projects.
Class Duration: 1 session, 3 hours total
Location: Education Studio, Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center
Ages: 16 & above
Class Limit: 4 to 12
Class Fee: $85
Instructor: Loring Slivinski
Prerequisite: None
Registration Closing: November 14
This intermediate workshop is for those who already understand the basics of pyrography and want to further develop their skills. Participants will work on a more detailed design that includes areas for advanced shading. The class covers additional tools, project planning, fixing mistakes, and techniques such as blending, crosshatching, and pointillism. You will have time to practice advanced shading and learn strategies to approach your own future projects with confidence. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with a more refined woodburning piece and a stronger set of skills.
Seats are limited and booked on a first-come, first-reserve basis. Besides an auto-generated email receipt, you will receive a confirmation email from the Director of Education and Artist Services, Pamela Weichmann. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at 856.825.6800 ext. 112 or by emailing pweichmann@wheatonarts.org.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Refunds are eligible up to one week before the beginning of the workshop. After this time, workshop fees are non-refundable. WheatonArts reserves the right to cancel a workshop due to minimum enrollment. If cancellation occurs, WheatonArts will refund all workshop fees. A $25 fee is charged to those who do not show up for their appointment. We require 24 hours’ notice to cancel an appointment; otherwise, it will be considered a no-show, except in the case of illness. Appointments can be rescheduled by phone or email.
NOTE: Clicking the Register button will take you to another website for class registration
Advanced Pyrography Class
Class Location:
Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, Millville, New Jersey
Sunday, December 13 • 11 AM - 2 PM
Overview
Ready to take your wood burning skills to the next level? Join us for a fun Pyrography workshop where you'll learn new techniques to enhance your pyrography projects.
Class Duration: 1 session, 3 hours total
Location: Education Studio
Ages: 16 & above
Class Limit: 4 to 12
Class Fee: $85
Instructor: Loring Slivinski
Prerequisite: Introductory level knowledge of woodburning
Registration Closing: December 6
Participants will work on a self-directed pyrography project, beginning with a fully developed design sketched onto the wood surface of their choice prior to class. During the session, students will execute their projects with individualized guidance from the instructor, focusing on technical refinement, intentional mark-making, and problem-solving strategies. Group and one-on-one
discussions will address effective project sequencing, managing complexity within a composition, and best practices
Seats are limited and booked on a first-come, first-reserve basis. Besides an auto-generated email receipt, you will receive a confirmation email from the Director of Education and Artist Services, Pamela Weichmann. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at 856.825.6800 ext. 112 or by emailing pweichmann@wheatonarts.org.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Refunds are eligible up to one week before the beginning of the workshop. After this time, workshop fees are non-refundable. WheatonArts reserves the right to cancel a workshop due to minimum enrollment. If cancellation occurs, WheatonArts will refund all workshop fees. A $25 fee is charged to those who do not show up for their appointment. We require 24 hours’ notice to cancel an appointment; otherwise, it will be considered a no-show, except in the case of illness. Appointments can be rescheduled by phone or email.
NOTE: Clicking the Register button will take you to another website for class registration
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