What is an Art Experience?

An Art Experience at Burkhead Art Center is a hands-on creative adventure designed to be shared. Gather your friends, family, or coworkers for a memorable group activity that blends art, laughter, and connection.

Each session is led by one of our skilled instructors in one of the studio classrooms on our beautiful property, located just outside Snohomish and Monroe, surrounded by nature. Our welcoming Art Center is filled with art, inspiration, and all the tools and materials you’ll need. You’ll explore the joy of making something by hand while learning new techniques in the art medium of your choice.

Art Experiences are perfect for birthdays, team-building events, or simply spending quality time together in a creative way.

Minimum of 3-4 participants required to book. The maximum number of guests is dependent on the class type you choose.
Feel free to bring food and beverages of your choice — we’ll handle the rest.

Group of seven women of various ages gathered around trays filled with mixed coins, examining and sorting them.

How to Book an Art Experience

  1. Choose a Party Coordinator
    Designate one person from your group to handle the booking.

  2. Select Your Experience
    Browse the options below and choose the art experience your group would like to enjoy together.

    GLASS ARTS CERAMIC ARTS

  3. Book Your Time Slot
    Click “Book Now” under your chosen experience to view available dates and times. Pick a time that works for everyone in your group.

  4. Complete the Booking Form
    The party coordinator will fill out the booking information and pay upfront for the minimum number of guests to reserve the session.

  5. Settle the Remainder on Party Day
    The remaining balance — based on your total number of participants — will be due on the day of the event.

Pricing Note:
Each experience has a per-person rate that reflects the materials and length of the class. The final cost will depend on the number of guests attending.

Questions? Email admin@burkheadartcenter.com


GLASS ARTS

Set of handcrafted glass art pieces including square and square-shaped plates with abstract and nature-inspired designs, and a small white vessel with colorful floral patterns, displayed on a light brown surface.

Fused glass plates with Kristin Harsma

Gather a group of friends, family or colleagues to join you in a fused glass class!

In this beginner-friendly fused glass workshop, you'll each design and create a small fused glass piece, such as a 6" glass plate or candle votive.

You’ll learn to cut and layer pieces of colored glass, experiment with textures and embellishments, and understand how the kiln firing process transforms your work into smooth, finished art. Fired pieces will be ready for pickup within two weeks.

This is a great intro to the world of warm glass and a perfect stepping stone toward more advanced fused glass projects.


What’s Included:

  • All tools, materials, and kiln time

  • Instruction on glass cutting, design, and basic fusing concepts

  • One finished piece per person, fired and ready to use (to be picked up at a later date)

  • Minimum of 4 guests required. Maximum of 10 guests.

  • Price is $90/guest

  • Age 14+

Book Now
A stained glass ornament in the shape of a four-pointed star, with blue and green glass pieces outlined in silver.

Stained Glass Suncatchers with Kristin Harsma

Gather a group of friends, family or colleagues to join you in a stained glass class!

In this hands-on stained glass workshop, you'll learn to create your very own suncatcher using the copper foil method — no prior experience needed.

Guided by local stained glass artist Kristin Harsma, you’ll pick a design, cut and foil glass, and solder your piece step by step. By the end of the workshop, you’ll go home with a beautiful, handcrafted stained glass suncatcher to brighten your window or give as a meaningful handmade gift.

Whether you're a total beginner or just looking for a creative afternoon with friends, this workshop is a fun and rewarding way to explore the art of stained glass.

What’s Included:

  • All tools, materials, and personal instruction

  • A variety of patterns to choose from. If you want a specific theme, let us know ahead of time.

  • One finished piece per person

  • Minimum of 4 guests required. Maximum of 8 guests.

  • Price is $120.12/guest

  • Age 14+

Book Now
Stained glass star-shaped hanging ornament with yellow and teal glass panels.

Stained Glass Ornaments with Kristin Harsma

Gather a group of friends, family or colleagues to join you in a stained glass class!

In this hands-on stained glass workshop, you'll learn to create your very own Holiday Ornament using the copper foil method — no prior experience needed.

Guided by local stained glass artist Kristin Harsma, you’ll pick a design, cut and foil glass, and solder your piece step by step. By the end of the workshop, you’ll go home with a beautiful, handcrafted stained glass ornament to decorate your tree or give as a meaningful handmade gift.

Whether you're a total beginner or just looking for a creative afternoon with friends, this workshop is a fun and rewarding way to explore the art of stained glass.

What’s Included:

  • All tools, materials, and personal instruction

  • A variety of patterns to choose from.

  • One finished piece per person

  • Minimum of 4 guests required. Maximum of 8 guests.

  • Price is $120.12/guest

  • Age 14+

Book Now
Decorative glass ornament shaped like a Christmas tree with red, white, and green colors, displayed on a clear surface with a white background.

Fused Glass Ornaments with Kristin Harsma

Gather a group of friends, family or colleagues to join you in a fused glass class!

In this beginner-friendly fused glass workshop, you'll each design and create small fused glass Ornaments. Choose to make 2 - 3x6 inch or 4 - 3x3 inch ornaments

You’ll learn to cut and layer pieces of colored glass, experiment with textures and embellishments, and understand how the kiln firing process transforms your work into smooth, finished art. Fired pieces will be ready for pickup within two weeks.

This is a great intro to the world of warm glass and a perfect stepping stone toward more advanced fused glass projects.


What’s Included:

  • All tools, materials, and kiln time

  • Instruction on glass cutting, design, and basic fusing concepts

  • One finished piece per person, fired and ready to use (to be picked up at a later date)

  • Minimum of 4 guests required. Maximum of 10 guests.

  • Price is $90/guest

  • Age 14+

Book Now

Nine hand-painted ceramic mugs with various nature-themed designs, arranged in two rows on a white surface with a gray background.

CERAMICS

Pottery Painting

Bring a group of friends to this creative and relaxing experience where you can personalize your own ceramic mug or other provided bisqueware!

During the class, participants will be provided with a selection of bisque pottery. Our instructors will offer guidance on various glazing techniques, design application, and finishing options to help you bring your vision to life. All necessary materials, including paints (glazes), brushes, and firing services, are included. Once your masterpiece is complete, we will glaze and fire it in our kilns, making it food-safe and ready for pick-up at a later date.

We aim to provide a fun and engaging environment for all skill levels, whether you're a seasoned artist or trying pottery painting for the first time.

What’s Included:

  • All tools, materials, and kiln time

  • Instruction on working with clay and glazes

  • One finished piece per person, fired and ready to use (to be picked up at a later date)

  • Minimum of 3 guests required. Maximum of 10 guests.

  • Price is $60/guest plus tax

  • Age 13+

CLASS OFFERINGS TBD

Class Gift Certificates

Purchase Gift Certificates

Give the gift of an art experience!

Burkhead art center now offers gift certificates for our classes. Gift certificates are valid for classes and workshops offered at Burkhead Art Center.

The gift certificate is a randomly generated code that may be applied to classes purchased through the BAC website.

If the gift certificate is not fully used up in one purchase the remainder may be used for purchases within the window of validity.

The gift certificate is valid for 360 days from the date of purchase. It can only be used for purchases of classes made online through the BAC website.

Gift certificates are received via email to the person making the purchase.

Gift certificates may not be returned. They may not be redeemed for cash.