Description

Discover the endless materials the natural world offers for creating wearable art and jewelry! In this class, students will explore how to transform nature’s bounty into unique, handcrafted pieces such as earrings, bracelets, pendants, hair accessories, and other creative forms. Students will work with a variety of natural materials, including antler, bone, pine needles, wild clay, and more. Through hands-on practice, you will learn techniques for cutting, weaving, molding, and connecting materials to design and create your own wearable art. This beginner-friendly class is perfect for nature lovers and anyone interested in deepening their connection to the land through creative expression. All supplies are provided, though you are welcome to bring along any natural items you have found for added inspiration and creative possibilities!
About Emily Knickerbocker - Artist & Instructor
Emily Knickerbocker is an artist and educator based on Colorado’s Western Slope, where the surrounding mountains, valleys, and deserts inspire connection, reflection, and creativity. Her artistic practice centers on natural and repurposed materials, capturing the raw, interconnected qualities of the natural world. Through her work, Emily seeks to nurture meaningful relationships between people and the environment, where personal expression can spark advocacy, healing, and wonder. She holds a BA in Art Education from the University of Northern Colorado and has taught in diverse settings from public schools to alternative, outdoor-based programs. Currently, Emily is expanding her personal art practice while continuing to create engaging educational opportunities for youth in Ridgway and Montrose.



This class must meet the minimum enrollment by February 28. If the minimum is met, registration will remain open until the class begins. Please check your email (and Spam folder) the day before/of class in case of unexpected cancellations.
If you're having issues with registration, please email lexi@weehawkenarts.org.

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Please note: This class requires a minimum number of students to be held and has a set maximum enrollment limit. To help ensure the class runs as scheduled, we encourage early registration. If you sign up, please check your email (and Spam folder), as any cancellation notice will be sent from claudia@weehawkenarts.org.

Location

Cora St Classroom at Weehawken Ridgway- Cora Annex