Promoting and strengthening the artistic and cultural development of Orange County, North Carolina
From fantasy flowers to abstract blow outs, the mission of this intensive is to take you past the basic acrylic pour magic. There’s so much more to learn and we’ll explore some of those options. You will take home 4 pieces on stretched canvas and 4 on small panels. You’ll have enough to keep for... Read More →
Images of celebration, and of things that are worthy of being celebrated, by local artists, including David Becker, Merlin Brown, Courtney Clements, Anne C. Gardner, Susan D. Hausmann, Ray LaMantia, Michael Pohlman, Jacqueline Rimmler, and Darlene Wells. Opening reception during the November Art Walk, Friday, November 25, 6-9 pm. Show runs Wednesday, November 23 through... Read More →
A new art lesson is presented each month in a 2-hour session. The lesson provides a bit of relaxation and the opportunity to have a stress-free creative learning experience. All supplies are provided. These creative respite sessions, specifically intended for caregivers who are caring for a loved one(s) with Dementia, are free of charge but... Read More →
Creating a watercolor batik is a great way to add unique character to a watercolor painting! Layers of watercolor combined with layers of melted wax on paper is a match meant to be experienced. You will be guided through this exciting process step by step and will take home your one of a kind watercolor... Read More →
Printmaking on linoleum is such a gratifying art process. Using a drawn image we will transfer it to the linoleum, carve around/in it, ink it, and lastly pull multiple prints from it! Your 6”x8”linoleum plate will last for years of use and you will keep it. You will also take home a series of your... Read More →
These creative respite sessions, specifically intended for caregivers who are caring for a loved one(s) with Dementia, are free of charge but registration is required. The lesson for December is “Wood Grain Acrylic Pen Painting” In this session we will use paint pens on wooden panels that display beautiful wood grain. You will be encouraged... Read More →
Producing prints using a gel plate is fast and easy. However we will also use several different techniques and mediums to push your creativity further. •. Basic gel printmaking process will be presented and practiced. •. Layers, found objects and handmade stencils will be explored. • Mixed media applications will be used on some of... Read More →
These creative respite sessions, specifically intended for caregivers who are caring for a loved one(s) with Dementia, are free of charge but registration is required. The lesson for December is “Wood Grain Acrylic Pen Painting” In this session we will use paint pens on wooden panels that display beautiful wood grain. You will be encouraged... Read More →
Still Life Drawing, 2-day Art Intensive with Debi Drew This two-part drawing session is intended for anyone interested in improving their realistic drawing skills. The importance of value, space, and proportion will be stressed to improve your observational skills, as still life drawings are created. We will begin with simple items then concentrate on one... Read More →
Monochromatic painting is a great way to move from drawing to painting! Focusing on values allows one to see more in the objects of a still life. Though these make great paintings, mastering them will also strengthen your colorful paintings. Each participant will choose one color, such as blue, pink, red, purple or simply stick... Read More →
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