What we’re about
Your key to finding creative events in the Boise area! Social gatherings and classes based on visual arts, crafts, performing arts, writing, and similar genres. All experience levels are welcome!
This group is just getting started and is run by a collaborative group of organizations and leaders in the Arts community, sharing a wide range of events. If you're interested in hosting an event or becoming a sponsor, please feel free to reach out to introduce yourself.
Current collaborators:
- Catalyst Arts Collaborative
- Surel's Place
- MING Studios
And more coming soon!
Please only RSVP for events that you plan to attend. Guests are always welcome.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Beginner-Advanced Pottery Wheel Throwing (Multiple Days/Times Per Week)Catalyst Arts Collaborative, Boise, ID$35.00
Work on the pottery wheel independently, with Cat staff instruction, or glaze your pieces! Ages 13+
Beginner-advanced; $35.
(See “Adults’ Beginner-Advanced Pottery Wheel” for an 18+ offering)Sessions are offered multiple days per week at various times. Limited spaces are available. Attendees must pre-register here:
https://www.catalystartscollaborative.com/service-page/beginner-advanced-pottery-wheel-throwingLearn the ins and outs of throwing on the wheel, or use your registration to utilize our space and resources. Perfect for beginner, intermediate, and advanced potters alike. Even if you don't need guidance, there will be a Cat Clay staff member available in all sessions to provide support and answer questions!
Booking a session to glaze pieces you've made during a previous session? Just let us know if you plan on making new pieces or glazing pre-made pieces in your registration form.
Your reservation includes access to:
- Guidance, if needed
- Tools/wheels/glazes
- Kiln firing
Clay may be brought, or purchased from our website or in the studio (5lbs for $7 or 25lbs for $25 plus tax).Please bring with you:
- Clothes that can get dirty, and/or an apronCat Clay Studio Notes & Agreements:
*Trimming, glazing or underglazing cannot be done on pottery pieces that have just been made; please plan on booking another session to complete any trimming or glazing.
*Pre-registration for our clay offerings is a requirement. Showing up without registering through our website does not guarantee you a spot, and means you may be turned away.
*Long nails are not recommended for this activityAges 13+ are welcome! Registration is $35. Register here: https://www.catalystartscollaborative.com/service-page/beginner-advanced-pottery-wheel-throwing
Scholarships are available for those who otherwise would not be able to attend our classes, thanks to generous donations to our Art Start Fund. If you would like to support (y)our commUNITY by making classes available to others, see our sponsorships page. Thank you!
- Master Impressionist Painting (Drop-in Class)Catalyst Arts Collaborative, Boise, ID$37.00
A drop-in style class where we practice painting in the style of impressionism. Ages 14+
Ongoing, biweekly Sundays, 2:00pm - 4:30pm. $37.
Attendees must register through this link: https://www.catalystartscollaborative.com/service-page/master-impressionist-painting-sun-2p
In this super fun, biweekly acrylics class you’ll be introduced to a variety of impressionist painters, then duplicate a famous work created by one of the masters from this art movement, from Monet, Degas, Renoir, Manet, Cézanne, Pissarro, Morisot, Renoir, Cassatt and more. You'll learn a variety of styles, brush techniques, and color palettes as you explore each artist. Each week will be different...
Come multiple dates to experience something new each time! Join us and explore the style that changed the art world forever. Classically trained, professional artist, Jessica Henry, will be your facilitator and guide.
Some prior painting experience is recommended. All supplies will be provided. Optional items to bring with you:
- Water bottle
- Layered clothingAges 14+ are welcome! Registration is $37. Register here: https://www.catalystartscollaborative.com/service-page/master-impressionist-painting-sun-2p
Scholarships for this and all of our other classes are available for those who otherwise would not be able to attend art classes, thanks to generous donations to our Art Start Fund. If you would like to make classes available to others, see our sponsorships page to contribute a monthly or one-time donation. Thank you for supporting (y)our commUNITY!
Supply cost (included in total cost): $10
- Beginner-Advanced Pottery Wheel Throwing (Multiple Days/Times Per Week)Catalyst Arts Collaborative, Boise, ID$35.00
Work on the pottery wheel independently, with Cat staff instruction, or glaze your pieces! Ages 13+
Beginner-advanced; $35.
(See “Adults’ Beginner-Advanced Pottery Wheel” for an 18+ offering)Sessions are offered multiple days per week at various times. Limited spaces are available. Attendees must pre-register here:
https://www.catalystartscollaborative.com/service-page/beginner-advanced-pottery-wheel-throwingLearn the ins and outs of throwing on the wheel, or use your registration to utilize our space and resources. Perfect for beginner, intermediate, and advanced potters alike. Even if you don't need guidance, there will be a Cat Clay staff member available in all sessions to provide support and answer questions!
Booking a session to glaze pieces you've made during a previous session? Just let us know if you plan on making new pieces or glazing pre-made pieces in your registration form.
Your reservation includes access to:
- Guidance, if needed
- Tools/wheels/glazes
- Kiln firing
Clay may be brought, or purchased from our website or in the studio (5lbs for $7 or 25lbs for $25 plus tax).Please bring with you:
- Clothes that can get dirty, and/or an apronCat Clay Studio Notes & Agreements:
*Trimming, glazing or underglazing cannot be done on pottery pieces that have just been made; please plan on booking another session to complete any trimming or glazing.
*Pre-registration for our clay offerings is a requirement. Showing up without registering through our website does not guarantee you a spot, and means you may be turned away.
*Long nails are not recommended for this activityAges 13+ are welcome! Registration is $35. Register here: https://www.catalystartscollaborative.com/service-page/beginner-advanced-pottery-wheel-throwing
Scholarships are available for those who otherwise would not be able to attend our classes, thanks to generous donations to our Art Start Fund. If you would like to support (y)our commUNITY by making classes available to others, see our sponsorships page. Thank you!
