{"title":"Fall Short Courses \u0026 Workshops","description":"\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"23:1-23:302;2143-2444\"\u003eLooking for a shorter art class or weekend workshop in Dallas this fall? The Creative Arts Center's short courses and workshops are built for focused learning without the eight-week commitment — single-session workshops, weekend intensives, and multi-week short course classes that fit around a full schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"25:1-25:404;2446-2849\"\u003eThese are the classes to choose when you want to try a new medium, learn one specific technique, or make something start to finish in an afternoon. Build a ring in the jewelry studio, throw a few bowls, or spend a Saturday on watercolor or printmaking. Many make excellent gifts, or a first introduction for someone curious about a craft but not ready to enroll in a full session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"27:1-27:422;2851-3272\"\u003eWorkshops are open to adults at all levels, and most are designed so beginners can walk in with no experience and leave with finished work and a real feel for the medium. The core studio equipment is provided; a few workshops ask you to bring or buy a small supply or two — personal items you keep and reuse — and those are noted on the class page. Class sizes stay small, so you get hands-on time and direct instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"29:1-29:238;3274-3511\"\u003eAs a nonprofit, our goal is simply to get more people in Dallas making art — and a short course is the easiest way to start. If tuition is tight, our scholarship program can help cover the cost. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativeartscenter.org\/pages\/scholarship-program\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Scholarship application\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eApply here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"31:1-31:129;3513-3641\"\u003eBrowse the fall short courses and workshops below and grab a spot. Single sessions and weekend workshops often sell out quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"leather-sewing-workshop-3","title":"Leather Sewing Workshop","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn to make custom leather projects in this 6-hour Leather Workshop. You will learn about leather types, how to cut and sew leather, set rivets, add zippers and snaps in this fun and creative workshop. You will create useful and stylish leather items for you or gifts. 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We’ll spend the weekend immersed in playful, inspiring, workshops designed to help you explore new techniques, spark fresh ideas, and try things you may never have attempted before! All thoughtfully planned for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-block-css='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/c6900137-35cf-4d56-90fe-4f3a0ab78312_619\/website.components.html.styles.css\"]' data-block-scripts='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/c6900137-35cf-4d56-90fe-4f3a0ab78312_619\/website.components.html.visitor.js\"]' data-block-type=\"1337\" data-definition-name=\"website.components.html\" data-sqsp-block=\"text\" data-website-component-id=\"675e8f71e1c7607e975d\" id=\"block-675e8f71e1c7607e975d\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sqsp-text-block-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis retreat is perfect for you if…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fe-block fe-block-2016614f2ba4eca01a02\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block website-component-block sqs-block-website-component sqs-block-html html-block\" data-block-css='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/c6900137-35cf-4d56-90fe-4f3a0ab78312_619\/website.components.html.styles.css\"]' data-block-scripts='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/c6900137-35cf-4d56-90fe-4f3a0ab78312_619\/website.components.html.visitor.js\"]' data-block-type=\"1337\" data-definition-name=\"website.components.html\" data-sqsp-block=\"text\" data-website-component-id=\"2016614f2ba4eca01a02\" id=\"block-2016614f2ba4eca01a02\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-text-block-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-html-content\" data-sqsp-text-block-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eYou feel an inkling to pivot, grow, or try something new but haven’t found yourself experimenting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eYou’re curious about collage as a tool, even if it’s not your main medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHave you ever thought, “why don’t adults get to go to summer camp?!?”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eYou’re looking for new ways to think about your art, not just new techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eYou want to attend an art retreat but can’t commit for a full week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eYou enjoy learning in a supportive, guided environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eYou’re open to experimenting and stepping slightly outside your comfort zone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-block-css='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/c6900137-35cf-4d56-90fe-4f3a0ab78312_619\/website.components.html.styles.css\"]' data-block-scripts='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/c6900137-35cf-4d56-90fe-4f3a0ab78312_619\/website.components.html.visitor.js\"]' data-block-type=\"1337\" data-definition-name=\"website.components.html\" data-sqsp-block=\"text\" data-website-component-id=\"0fa126736c8c6db54101\" id=\"block-0fa126736c8c6db54101\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sqsp-text-block-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eDAY 1: Experiment \u0026amp; 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We will use the same object in different ways, pushing ourselves to commit to finishing artworks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eShow \u0026amp; Tell \/ Reflection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis is the best part of the day! You’ll get to see all the work your fellow cohort has created and hear what others have planned for their second half of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-block-css='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/c6900137-35cf-4d56-90fe-4f3a0ab78312_619\/website.components.html.styles.css\"]' data-block-scripts='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/c6900137-35cf-4d56-90fe-4f3a0ab78312_619\/website.components.html.visitor.js\"]' data-block-type=\"1337\" data-definition-name=\"website.components.html\" data-sqsp-block=\"text\" data-website-component-id=\"db91a469ca5e33f3a12b\" id=\"block-db91a469ca5e33f3a12b\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sqsp-text-block-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eDAY 2: Learn \u0026amp; Reconnect\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-block-css='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/c6900137-35cf-4d56-90fe-4f3a0ab78312_619\/website.components.html.styles.css\"]' data-block-scripts='[\"https:\/\/definitions.sqspcdn.com\/website-component-definition\/static-assets\/website.components.html\/c6900137-35cf-4d56-90fe-4f3a0ab78312_619\/website.components.html.visitor.js\"]' data-block-type=\"1337\" data-definition-name=\"website.components.html\" data-sqsp-block=\"text\" data-website-component-id=\"cec4b686c4ad6f6dd94c\" id=\"block-cec4b686c4ad6f6dd94c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sqsp-text-block-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis first day is all about finding ways to include these new methods into your old practice. 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