Wood Carving, Whittling, and More! This is a 4-week course that meets once a week for 3 hours at a time. Over the course of our four sessions, we will explore different types of whittling knives and how to keep them sharp, safely perfect the various cuts and techniques involved in whittling, learn more about carving gouges and how to use them, as well as practice the Viking art of wood decoration known as "kolrosing." Everyone will finish the course with some items to take home, as well as the skills needed to make more in the future.

Beginners are welcome, as no previous woodworking experience is necessary to enjoy the class. All tools and materials provided. NOTE: Closed-toed shoes are required.

Specific dates: 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25 Make up date: 3/4

A make up date will be used if a class is canceled due to the instructor's illness, inclement weather, or an emergency. If you are running late to class, or will miss a class, please contact the instructor directly or the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org or 919 200 0886.

We offer scholarships for those who cannot afford the registration fee. To receive the scholarship promo code, email the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org with your name and military connection. 

Students will gain an understanding of how to mix, use and apply the element of color accurately. We will learn how colors affect, and are affected by, other colors. Students will benefit from this color theory class regardless of their chosen medium, as the truth of colors spans across all context. Color theory affects clothing, room and decor color as well as watercolors, glaze and painting or drawing medium. We will do exercises in color mixing with various paints, color juxtapositions with collage, light’s effect on color, etc. Students will work in collage, color pencil, pastel, watercolor and acrylic paints.

Specific dates: 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19 MAKE UP: 2/26

A make up date will be used if a class is canceled due to the instructor's illness, inclement weather, or an emergency. If you are running late to class, or will miss a class, please contact the instructor directly or the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org or 919 200 0886.

We offer scholarships for those who cannot afford the registration fee. To receive the scholarship promo code, email the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org with your name and military connection. 

This is a beyond basic course that will focus on Self-Expression through pre-visualization of a chosen subject matter. Pre-planning will be an important part of how images are captured. Students will explore Landscape photography, producing High and Low-Key Images. Portrait Photography will address lighting, both natural and artificial, producing one of each. Close-up Photography will focus on the use of lenses, both long focal length and Macro. Students will produce close-up images using both lenses. We will continually work on compositional skills.

Students will work with Adobe Lightroom Classic to sort, organize and manage your image library. The class will have weekly shooting assignments which will then be viewed in class and discussed during class critiques. The course will be tailored around student needs and interest.

Prerequisite: Photography I or permission of Instructor

Specific Dates: 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/5, 2/13, 2/20 MAKE UP: 2/27

This is a live virtual class taught via Zoom. If this class meets the minimum number of students, the Operation ART Program Manager will send the Zoom link the week of the first class.

A make up date will be used if a class is canceled due to the instructor's illness, inclement weather, or an emergency. If you are running late to class or know you will miss a class, please let the Operation ART Program Manager know at isabella@thejoelfund.org or 919 200 0886.

We offer scholarships for those who cannot afford the registration fee. Email the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org to receive the scholarship promo code with your name and email address. 

Bring your ideas to three-dimensional life by creating one-of-a-kind handbuilt ceramic art pieces! You’ll learn to roll unfired clay into slabs by hand, securely join clay

components, add textures, and more. Projects may include a lidded box/jar, wall pocket, mug/vase, or other small vessels depending on participants’ interests. We’ll take our time and craft each piece in phases, working on each project across multiple class meetings, so you can savor the details and smooth out the edges. Works will be fired off-site after the class is finished and will be available for pickup from the Joel Fund offices after class is over. No experience is necessary; your instructor will meet you where you are and provide the support you need to enjoy the creative process--the studio is fully accessible, participants will be able to stand or sit as desired, and accommodations are always available for any specific needs. Working with this medium provides a unique opportunity for sensory engagement and creative development--come connect to yourself and other makers as you find your way with Clay!

Specific dates: 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12 Makeup date: 2/26

A make up date will be used if a class is canceled due to the instructor's illness, inclement weather, or an emergency. If you are running late to class, or will miss a class, please contact the instructor directly or the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org or 919 200 0886.

We offer scholarships for those who cannot afford the registration fee. To receive the scholarship promo code, email the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org. 

Learn how to naturally dye fabrics to transform a simple bag into accessory art. Make a personalized tote bag using a pocket face made from naturally dyed fabrics.  Your unique textile collage pocket will bear artwork made from stitch meditations from your own hand as you learn from the instructor, Grace McFetters Caldwell, how to use specialized stitches to create a composition then apply to the tote bag as a pocket.  No one in the world will have a matching tote bag like yours, and you’ll be learning skills like dyeing with natural materials like plants and bugs and hand stitching techniques that can be used every day to embellish, mend, and create.  

Students will participate in the Spring Student Showcase in May 2025 to showcase their work.  

UPDATED dates: 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10 

SKIP 1/20 (MLK Day) and 2/17 (Presidents Day)

A make up date will be used if a class is canceled due to the instructor's illness, inclement weather, or an emergency. If you are running late to class, or will miss a class, please contact the instructor directly or the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org or 919 200 0886.

This class is for women only. 

We offer scholarships for those who cannot afford the registration fee. To receive the scholarship promo code, email the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org with your name and military connection. 

Celebrate Valentine’s Day early with Valentine’s Day card making during a Family Studio Sunday workshop! The project will take about 20-30 minutes to complete, so stop by anytime during the workshop, but please arrive by 3:30 pm. 

Family Studio Sundays are for military-connected families with children. Families can take home the craft the same day. We will have coloring pages for children under 4 years old. 

Materials and snacks provided. Registration is preferred but not required. 

Workshop date: Sunday, Feb 2nd, 2025, 2:00-4:00 pm 

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Instructor: Emily Malpass

Date: 2/12

Time: 12:00-2:00 pm

A make up date will be used if a class is canceled due to the instructor's illness, inclement weather, or an emergency. If you are running late to class, or will miss a class, please contact the instructor directly or the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org or 919 200 0886.

We offer scholarships for those who cannot afford the registration fee. To receive the scholarship promo code, email the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org with your name and military connection. 

Wood Carving, Whittling, and More! This is a 4-week course that meets once a week for 3 hours at a time. Over the course of our four sessions, we will explore different types of whittling knives and how to keep them sharp, safely perfect the various cuts and techniques involved in whittling, learn more about carving gouges and how to use them, as well as practice the Viking art of wood decoration known as "kolrosing." Everyone will finish the course with some items to take home, as well as the skills needed to make more in the future.

Specific dates: 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15 MAKE UP: 4/22

Instructor: Colin O’Boyle

Time: Tuesdays 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

 A make up date will be used if a class is canceled due to the instructor's illness, inclement weather, or an emergency. If you are running late to class, or will miss a class, please contact the instructor directly or the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org or 919 200 0886.

We offer scholarships for those who cannot afford the registration fee. To receive the scholarship promo code, email the Operation ART Program Manager at isabella@thejoelfund.org with your name and military connection.