Blog
Our blog features articles on events, projects, programs, and people in The Crucible’s community. To stay up to date, subscribe to our weekly enewsletter and follow us on social media! We are the most active on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
Fall Open House 2007
Blog, Events, Open HousesFall Community Open House Saturday, September 8, 2007 Art Show and Open House – 2-6pm Artist Reception – Featuring the Art of Githinji Wa Mibre – 6-8pm Celebrating Art & Community At The Crucible’s annual Fall...
Fire Arts Festival® 2009
Blog, Events, Fire Arts Festival, Fire Operas™ & Fire Ballets™{youtube}VyxZJPsuS9k{/youtube} The Crucible’s 9th Annual Fire Arts Festival Wednesday – Saturday, July 15-18, 2009 8:00PM – 11:59PM NEW LOCATION THIS YEAR! (see where) 2009 Festival Recap Gallery | 2009 Soirée Recap Gallery Jump To:...
Getting to Know Plywood Guys – Kevin & Matt
Two of our woodworking instructors have teamed up to teach a unique design-build workshop that challenges entry-level students to make something out of one sheet of plywood....
Faculty Focus – Patricia Chavez
Fire Performance, Welding & Blacksmithing Patricia Chavez, a transplant from Tijuana, Mexico, moved to Bay Area to study psychology. After completing her BA, she realized that...
Faculty Focus – Jonathan Hyman
TIG Welding Jonathan Hyman studied fine art at the College of Marin and has been an industrial artist since 1971. Known as “The Tigster” Jonathan is certified in...
Events Gallery
Blog, Event Gallery, Events, Fire Arts Festival, Fire Operas™ & Fire Ballets™, Open Houses, Special EventsClick on an image to view a slideshow of pictures from each event. Fire Arts Festivals® Fire Ballets™ Fire Operas™ Theatrical Events Fire & Light Soirées Friday Night Events Open Houses Volunteer Appreciation Party...
Faculty Focus – Cynthia Handel
The artwork of Oakland based sculptor Cynthia Handel explores the relationship between organic and inorganic forms. Handel derives inspiration from everyday objects such as tables,...
Faculty Focus – Aimee Golant
Aimee Golant’s unique metal work is sold by over 300 retailers across the United States. The Jewish Museum of New York acquired one of her evocative mezuzahs for its...
Female Flame-Off Winner!
Crucible glass artist Tara Murray wins 2nd place in Female Flame-Off competition The 3rd Annual Female Flame-Off was recently held in Berkeley, where competitors from throughout...
Holiday Gifty Art Sale 2008
Blog, Events, GIFTY, Open HousesHot for the Holidays! Shopping at the mall was never like this! Support local artists and community arts education for youth and adults while you get your last minute shopping done at the Bay Area’s most unusual holiday celebration....
Newsletter Dec 08
Blog, Event Gallery, Events, Fire Operas™ & Fire Ballets™, GIFTY, Newsletters, Open Houses, Special EventsClass Highlights • Last Chance for Fall Classes • Holiday Taster Workshops • Winter Schedule is Here! • Hot New Classes for Winter Events • Holiday Gifty Art Sale & Open House • 10th Anniversary Fire Ballet Fundraiser The Crucible...
Newsletter Nov 08
Blog, Events, Fire Operas™ & Fire Ballets™, GIFTY, Newsletters, Special EventsClass Highlights • Family Fun Weekend • Fun Fall Classes • Holiday Taster Workshops Youth Programs • Youth Weekend Intensives • Girls Welding • Bike Frame Alteration Events • Holiday Gifty Art Sale & Open House • 10th Anniversary...
Newsletter Oct 08
Blog, Events, GIFTY, Newsletters, Open HousesFall Class Highlights • The Softer Side of The Crucible • Did You Know You Can Make Jewelry Out of Clay? • Continuing Classes in Foundry • Coldworking Glass Classes Events • Fall Community Open House Recap • Holiday Gifty Art Sale...
Faculty Focus – Rick Turner
Want to take a class from Rick? You can find him teaching Build a Mandolin or a Ukulele in Just Four Days. Rick Turner co-founded Alembic in 1970 and was involved in the design...
Fall Open House 2008
Blog, Events, Open HousesFall Community Open House Saturday, September 6, 2008 – 12PM to 6PM Exhibitor List: Oakland Fire Department City Slicker Farms DeFremery Park Mandela Foods Cooperative West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project East Bay College Fund...
Newsletter Sep 08
Blog, Events, GIFTY, Newsletters, Open HousesWhat’s Happening! • Art & Soul • Fall Community Open House Fiery Fall • Fall Class Highlights • Got Workspace? • Old Jewelry Gets New Life for a Good Cause • Build a Mandolin or Ukulele in Just Four Days! • Fired Up Summer...
Newsletter Aug 08
Blog, Events, Fire Arts Festival, GIFTY, Newsletters, Open Houses, Special EventsStill Time For Summer Fun • Family Fun Weekends Get Fired Up For Fall • Download our new catalog and schedule • Fall Registration Begins Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming Events • Fall Community Open House • Design Within Reach •...
Faculty Focus – Barry Baldwin
After graduating from prestigious design schools in his native England, Baldwin spent a long apprenticeship learning stone carving and casting techniques. His work is often...
Fashion Shows
Blog, Events, Fashion Shows, Hot CoutureHOT COUTURE A Fusion of Fire & Fashion January 17-19, 2008 To celebrate our ninth anniversary The Crucible forged fashion with fire arts, eco-design and “flameboyant” performances in a not-to-be-missed incendiary celebration of...
Newsletter Jan 08
Blog, Events, Fire Arts Festival, Fire Operas™ & Fire Ballets™, Hot Couture, Newsletters….CLASSES.. ..MEMBERSHIP… .COMING EVENTS.. ..DONATE.. ..VOLUNTEER.. ..DIRECTIONS Classes to spark up the New Year! Plan now for spring break workshops and summer session HOT COUTURE: A Fusion of Fire and Fashion: Thursday...
Fire Arts Festival Artists & Performers
Blog, Events, Fire Arts FestivalPerformance Artists Amanda Palmer Axis Dance Company Aziz Abbatiello BlacKMahal Bronkar Lee Bumpitythump Capacitor Copper Lantern Fire Theater El Circo The Embodiment Project Flamenco Fury FLO-ology Fire Arts Collective Loco Bloco...
Holiday Gifty Art Sale 2007
Blog, Events, GIFTY, Open HousesSaturday & Sunday, December 15 & 16, 2007 10AM to 4PM • FREE ADMISSION! Hot for the Holidays! Whatever holiday you celebrate, spark it up with a visit to The Crucible’s Holiday Gifty celebration. Shop for unique and...
Industrial Chic – 2007 Fashion Show
Blog, Events, Fashion Shows, Hot CoutureINDUSTRIAL CHIC Fashion + Art Show and Preview Friday, April 13, 2007, 7- 10PM Open House, Art & Fashion Exhibition, and Rusty Elephant Sale Saturday and Sunday, April 14th & 15th, 10AM – 4PM Free Admission Friday Night Fashion...