Weekend Workshops
Pottery Date Night
Instructor: Renato AbbateTwo hour crash course on the potters wheel. Have a date night you will never forget. We will provide everything necessary . Everyone will have one fired and glazed piece. Bring your lover, partner or friend and get down and dirty on the wheel. Click on "Show Individual Events" for each scheduled class. Register a space for each student.
Adult: All Levels -
Wednesdays: 7PM-9PM Nov 15th(Full) or Nov 29th Pancoe
CAM member: $60; Non-member: $75
Celebrate World Cyanotype Day!
Instructor: Donna MooreDesigns in blue! Join in annual global celebration of show stopping alternative printing/photography process - Cyanotype. Results are unique and varied, while the process is simple and versatile. Explore delicate designs found in nature plus graphic experimentation using masking techniques. Count on spending the day basking in the creation of one-of-a-kind images on papers and fabrics. (Search World Cyanotype Day to connect with worldwide community.)
Adult: All Levels -
Wednesday, December 13th, 9:30AM-3:30PM Pancoe
CAM member: $100; Non-member: $125
+ $10 material fee
Wire Wrapped Crystals
Instructor: Anne McCombieLearn about crystals and essential oils as we create unique wearable art! Also, leave with your own personal fragrance.
Adult: All Levels -
Saturday, November 18th, 10:00AM-4:00PM Pancoe
CAM member: $80; Non-member: $100
+ $20 material fee
Painting Animals Workshop
Instructor: Todd CarignanWe will be exploring colors and textures as we paint our furry, feathery, wrinkly, scaly friends.
Adult: All Levels -
Saturday & Sunday, December 2nd-3rd, 10:00AM-4:00PM & 12:00PM-4:00PM Pancoe
CAM member: $144; Non-member: $180
From Pen to Print - Quick & Easy Lithography
Instructor: Antoinette VogtPrintmaking couldn't be easier than this! No carving, cutting or etching required for this simple lithography method. Unlike the relief or intaglio printing process, lithography is done from a flat surface using the repelling properties of oil and water. Polyester plates make the process even easier. Drawings or designs can be easily transferred to the printing plates. Step by step instruction will be given and student will go home with a small edition of prints. Students should come to class with a drawing, image or idea no larger than 6" x 8" to use for their plates. Printing plate, ink and printing paper will provided by instructor. See supply list for additional supplies needed.
Adult: All Levels -
Saturday, December 9th, 10:00AM-2:00PM Pancoe
CAM member: $52; Non-member: $65
+ $15 material fee
Ceramic Luminaries
Instructor: Shannon GehenCreate a candle luminary using slab and cutting techniques. All work will be glazed after the workshop. Please allow approximately 3 weeks for pick up of finished work.
Adult: All Levels -
Thursday, December 7th, 6:00PM-9:00PM Pancoe
CAM member: $64; Non-member: $80
Paint your Ornaments
Instructor: Susan NuttallLearn how to paint your own ornaments using acrylic paint. In this three-hour class, you will be walked through the process of completing two ornaments. Bring your own inspiration or get ideas using our examples. All levels are welcome. Click on Show Individual Events for each scheduled class.
Adult: All Levels -
Thursday December 8th, or December 16th 1:00PM - 4:00PM Pancoe
CAM member: $52; Non-member: $65
+ $25 material fee
Mastering the Illusion: Exploring Trompe l'oeil in Oil Painting
Instructor: Amy GibsonI will guide you through the fundamentals of trompe l'oeil. We will be working from life and will cover everything from composition, perspective, and texture, how to manipulate light and shadow to create astonishing optical illusions with oil paint. Bring an object or objects you would like to paint!
Adult: All Levels -
Tuesday - Thursday, December 12th-14th, 2:00PM- 5:00PM Pancoe
CAM member: $112; Non-member: $140
+ $15 material fee
Batik Workshop
Instructor: Judith ChandlerDo you ever find movie theaters, restaurants and stores too cold in the summer? Ever wish you had remembered to bring a sweater or jacket? An easy solution is to have a gorgeous silk scarf or shawl in your purse. It is small enough to tuck away in your bag and have it close at hand when you need a little comfort. Learn traditional batiking processes as you create a beautiful one of a kind silk scarf. We will work with silk, hot wax, traditional tools and dyes. All supplies provided.
Adult: All Levels -
Friday-Sunday, December 15th-17th, 10:00AM-1:00PM Pancoe
CAM member: $112; Non-member: $140
+ $30 material fee
iPhoneography: Landscape Photography at Greenfield Lake
Instructor: Alan CradickGreenfield Lake is a wonderful example of urban parkland. It is peaceful, think picnics and playgrounds and wild, think 'gaters. In this workshop, we will meet at the boathouse near the tennis courts to explore Greenfield Lake. The following day, we will meet at Cameron Art Museum to share our work in a group critique. This session is open to all skill levels and any digital device, so grab your digital camera, smart phone or tablet and sign up.
Adult: All Levels -
November 16th, 10:00AM-12:00PM (Greenfield Lake) & November 17th, 12:00PM-2:00PM Conference Room
CAM member: $52; Non-member: $65
Botanical Plaster Casting
Instructor: Antoinette VogtCreate beautiful botanical relief tiles cast in plaster. Capture the delicate details in nature through the casting process. Tiles can displayed on a shelf, made to hang on the wall, or created as an ornament to hang on the tree. Ideal for gift giving or to keep for yourself. Supply Fee (to instructor): $10.00
Adult: All Levels -
Thursday, December 14th, 1:00PM-5:00PM Pancoe Pancoe
CAM member: $48; Non-member: $60
+ $10 material fee
Ribbon Work for the Holidays
Instructor: Jan WutkowskiCreate beautifully crafted ribbon-work for holiday package accents, decorations or even hair ornaments. You will make two or three different folded, stitched, gathered cockades to use in your holiday trimmings. Ribbon cockades have been used in pageantry for centuries and now you can learn the secrets to adding richness to your holiday splendor. Easy-to-follow instructions and instructor direction will allow you to complete very special pieces for your Winter celebrations.
Adult: All Levels -
December 14th, 6:00PM-8:00PM Pancoe
CAM member: $36; Non-member: $45
+ $10 material fee
Hammered Copper Holiday Gifts
Instructor: Renato AbatteCreate a stunning hammered copper artwork to give as a cherished gift.
Adult: All Levels -
Friday, December 15th, 11:00AM-2:00PM Pancoe
CAM member: $48; Non-member: $60
+ $20 material fee
Ceramic Ornaments
Instructor: Anne McCombieIn the first part of the workshop, you'll be introduced to the enchanting world of ceramics. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of clay sculpting, offering step-by-step instructions to create your own unique ceramic ornaments or gift tags. No prior experience is required, as we cater to beginners and artists of all ages. Discover the joy of shaping raw clay into beautiful, personalized creations that will make cherished keepsakes or thoughtful gifts. After your ceramic creations have been fired and transformed into durable bisqueware, it's time to bring them to life with vibrant colors and your personal artistic touch. In the second part of the workshop, we'll provide you with a wide array of acrylic paints, brushes, and artistic guidance to paint and decorate your ceramic pieces. Whether you're a seasoned painter or trying acrylics for the first time, our instructors will assist you in turning your ceramics into stunning works of art.
Adult and Youth -
December 12th & 17th, 11:00AM-1:00PM Pancoe
CAM member: $48; Non-member: $60
+ $5 material fee
