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154 Crowell Road
Chatham, Ma 02633
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Members' Exhibition
March 5-24, 2017
Come and see the beautiful works of our Members!
Open Daily 9am-4pm....... Always Free Admission
Pick up Monday March 27 10-2
(Drop off for the Student Show, same time)
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Calling all Students of the
Creative Arts Center
I
f you took a Class or Workshop
with us in 2016 or 2017 you are eligible to submit your work that you produced in class.
Students Exhibition
This show encourages all our students to exhibit their best work from class. Under the tutelage of our amazing faculty, our Students develop and build their skills through example and practice. This may be the first opportunity for some of our students to exhibit, so is a fresh and fun show. You may bring 2 paintings or up to three pieces of pottery and or jewelry! No Fee No Judgment!
Opening Reception: Sunday, April 2, 4-5:30pm
Entry day: Monday, March 27, 10am-2pm
Pick-up: Monday, May 1, 10am-2pm
Desserts will be supplied
by the
C
ORNER
S
TORE
Thank you!
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Members...Would you like to participate in the
Alternate Views Exhibition
this summer? Please contact us for more
information and to reserve your spot.
Prior registration is required. 508 945 3583
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ALL CAPE COD ART SHOW
An Open* Juried Exhibition
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Some Classes start this week! Call 508 945 3583
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Michael Giaquinto Drawing 101
Starts Thursday!
Thursdays, 1 - 4pm
March 23 - April 27
6 weeks $130/$160
May 4 - June 1
5 weeks $110/$140
This class will cover the fundamentals of drawing which will include: line, perspective, composition, as well a a sense of depth with blending. Drawing materials, techniques, and methods will be shown by the instructor. Open to all levels of drawing experience. "
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Starts Thursday!
Pottery, Wheel and Handbuilding
Ron Dean
Thursdays, March 23- May 25
10 weeks, 9:15-12:15, $285/$315
(includes lab fee)
Beginners and advanced students will be taught through demonstrations, techniques in handbuilding and wheel throwing. Individualized instruction. Explore functional & decorative applications.
All Levels are welcome.
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Handbuilding & Wheel Throwing
Chelsie Starace
Mondays, 2-5pm,
April 3
-June 12 skip 5/29
10 weeks $285/$315
Mondays, 6-9pm, April 3-June 12 skip 5/29
Starts Saturday!
10 weeks $285/$315
Saturdays, 10-2, March 25-May 13
8 weeks $245/$275
Students will have fun learning wheel throwing and hand building with attention to surface design techniques including carving, stamp making and special glazing techniques to enhance the form. Weekly demos &Individualized Instruction.All Levels welcome.
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Classes start soon!
Call 508 945 3583 or sign up online.
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Life Drawing/Painting- Open Studio
$25 Drop-In
You choose your medium to draw or paint from the model.
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Ripping Good Time with Collage
Wendy Olin
Monday, March 27 & April 3, 1-4pm
$45/$65 + $5 fee
Discover the possibilities for your continued exploration into this delightful and transformative process of art making. All levels welcome.
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Photography for Painters
Julia Cumes
Monday, April 10 & 17, 1-3pm
$45/$65
This class is designed to help artists develop their photography skils to capture more engaging and visually powerful images from which to paint. The class will include a variety of helpful techniques and practical approaches which participants can then practice during the week that follows.
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Marian Strangfeld
Tuesdays, April 25, May 2 & 9
9:30 - 11:30, $45/$65
Concentrate mind and spirit in the
process of painting, letting the brush
and ink do the work to achieve beauty
in simple stokes. First, students will practice the basic fluid brushstrokes of the classic subjects of bamboo, orchid and plum. Then exploring animals, landscape and nature. Come have fun in this relaxed meditative, enjoyable class.
All levels welcome. *Brushes and Materials included.
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Ann Hart
Thurs & Fri, May 18 & 19
9 - 1pm, $65/$75
Focus on exploring the use of color to
maximize the luminous possibilities of watercolor and experiment with application methods such as pouring and glazing to achieve seamless washes. Ann will demonstrate her techniques as a painting progresses from light to dark.
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Friday-Sunday,
June 2-4, 9am-4pm
Oil $325
Each day John Clayton will demonstrate using a palette knife. He will simplify the scene to flat masses and develop values and exciting color notes. Students will learn how to mix key colors, in an expressive creative way
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Tuesday-Thursday,
June 6-8, 9am-4pm
Watercolor $495
In this workshop, you'll discuss ways to simplify a scene into larger shapes that will help you paint more boldly. Value studies are emphasized from the outset. Andy will complete at least one demonstration painting each day, covering topics such as drawing, skies, trees, buildings, water, and figures. By the end of the class, each student should have enough information to help them on their path to painting impressionistic watercolors.
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Wednesday-Friday,
June 14-16, 9am-4pm
Oil $395
There will be lots of personal attention in this instructional and spirited three day workshop! Learn what it takes to make a painting that looks fresh and painterly. Observing directly from life you will learn how to capture the light and apply paint boldly. Each day will start with a demo and exercises. You will be guided through gestural oil sketches for composition and flow, value tonal sketches to establish the lights and darks, and color mixing exercises. Have fun with Carol in this dynamic workshop!
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Monday-Wednesday,
June 19-21, 9am-4pm
Oil $495
This 3 day workshop will consist of 2 plein air days in some of Cape Cod's beautiful gardens, and one studio day. As you paint outdoors Kathy will show you how to simplify a garden scene with big shapes and a strong block in. The studio day will focus on how to design a floral still life that has a fresh and natural look with lots of movement. Students then will set up their own still lifes in the afternoon. You'll talk about how to finish the painting using digital images, or how to set up again at home.
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Don Demers
Thursday-Sunday,
June 22-25, 9am-4pm
Oil $695
Wait list
Call and reserve a spot for the next workshop he offers!
We'll save a space for you!
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Daniel Keys
Monday-Thursday
June 26-29, 9am-4pm
Oil $695
Wait list
Call and reserve a spot for the next workshop he offers!
We'll save a space for you!
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Maryalice Eizenberg
Still-life Oil Painting
Mondays, 9:15 - 12:15
March 27 - May 1, 6 weeks $130/$160
May 8 - June 5 (*skip 5/29)
4 weeks $90/$120
Maryalice believes that observation with a painterly eye is the first step in creating successful paintings. An exceptional tool in achieving the vision of a painter is studying the still life. Each week the class will focus on seeing accurately the elements that will combine to make beautiful images......value, edge, shape and color temperature. Whether your ultimate goal is to paint the figure, the landscape, a portrait or a still life. This class is for you. All levels welcome.
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Robert Mesrop Watercolor
Tuesdays, 9:15 - 12:15
April 4 - May 9 6 weeks $130/$160
May 16 - 30 3 weeks $65/$95
In this class students will paint along with Robert as he demonstrates step-by-step
a range of subjects, watercolor techniques, brushwork, color theory and tactics in representational art, to put you on the path to stronger, more expressive paintings. Special emphasis on perspective, composition and color usage as well as optimizing the image for a more successful painting.
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Norma Mutch Experiments in Abstract
Tuesdays, 1 - 4pm
April 4 - May 9 6 weeks $130/$160
May 16 - 30 3 weeks $65/$95
Experienced painters and those
new to abstraction will enjoy the adventure of a new way to approach the making of a painting (with various media) in an abstract or semi-abstract mode. Have fun taking risks in a supportive atmosphere! Individual guidance will be given throughout class time coupled with a lively group discussion of work completed during class time or done at home as a result of class instruction!
All media (including collage) welcome.
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Vera Champlin
Inspired Watercolor
Studio & Plein Air
Wednesdays, 9:15-12:15
April 12 - May 10
5 weeks $110/$140
Join us for a spirited
adventure painting from
direct observation of the still life, model or en plein air. Learn to see and compose paintings by understanding relationships of color, value, shape and edge. Have fun and deepen your enjoyment of your art and learn new techniques, while benefitting from painting with a group. Each class has ample time for a critique of the day's work as well as paintings done over the week.
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Marian Strangfeld Painting 101- 102
Wednesdays, 1 - 4pm
April 12 - May 17 6 weeks $130/$160
Open Studio, May 24 & 31 2 weeks $45/$75
Are you new to painting
and looking for a class to
help you begin? Or hoping to refresh your skills and start painting again? This no-fear, supportive class will give you the confidence and knowledge to complete a painting on day one. We will focus on landscape painting from your photos, and learn about composition, color mixing, and creating artistic effects. Use oils or acrylics, or the new water soluble oils, with soap and water cleanup. You'll be surprised at what you will accomplish in this enjoyable, relaxed class.
All levels are welcome.
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Odin Smith
Acrylic Studio Painting
Thursdays, 9:30 - 12:30
March 30 - May 4
6 weeks $130/$160
May 11 - June 15 (*skip 6/8)
5 weeks $110-$140
Discover why acrylic is such a fun medium to work
in. Students will learn color mixing/ layering and
the use of cool and warm colors to achieve the right color temperature. Odin will give individualized instruction to each student to make your own style come alive. All levels including beginners and experienced painters are welcome in this informative, friendly class.
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Steve Kennedy Studio Painting
Oil or Acrylic
Fridays, 9:15 - 12:15
March 31 - May 5
6 weeks $130/$160
May 12 - June 2
4 weeks $90/$120
Bring the outside in, create a sense of atmosphere in your landscape paintings.
Steve will reinforce the basics of good painting including tried and true classical techniques, how to mass in color, work with fat over lean, the importance of warm and cool colors. This class will help you design better composition
s.
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Rosalie Nadeau
Pastel or Oil Painting
Fridays, 9:15-12:15
March 31 - May 5
6 weeks $130-$160
May 19 - June 9
4 weeks $90/$120
Let Light Be Your Subject!
Let Rosalie Nadeau share with you her passion for painting with luminous color and bring brilliance and vitality to your own work! Hone your visual sensitivity as you Work from life, honing your painting skills with pastels or oils. Learn to see color's relationships contrasting in value, temperature and hue. Revitalize your affair with paint or pastels as you learn to let light be your subject! "Well known for her generous "coaching", Rosalie will facilitate your own unique approach to bring more impact, brilliance, and emphasis where you want it in your own work."
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Ellen Scott
Precious Metal Clay
Tuesdays, 1-4pm
Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30pm
April 4 - May 9
6 weeks, $130 /$160
May 16 - June 13
5 weeks, $110/$140
Join the fun and learn how
to mold and impress clay into silver jewelry; students consistently make beautiful earrings, pendants and pins. Beginners will learn the basics while more advanced students will learn finishing techniques and presentation.
PMC purchased during class.
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Design & Construction
Teresa Cetto
Tuesdays, 6-9pm, April 11 - May 16
Thursdays, 2-5pm, April 13 - May 18
6 weeks $130/$160 (+$15 Lab fee)
Learn the basic use of tools to create
silver jewelry from wire and sheet.
The Center provides you with all the
tools you need. Bring small bills to
purchase silver. Projects include band ring, pierced work
pendant and cuffed bracelet. Advanced students will have the opportunity to work with gold and silver. All Levels Welcome!
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Do you or someone you know
want to be an Exhibitor in our Festival?
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Have you Renewed your Membership?
Membership is for Calendar Year 2017
Ja
nuary through December!
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Winter Storm Closings
If the MONOMOY SCHOOL DISTRICT is closed due to weather, we,
too, will be closed.
When a late opening is called,
we will open at our regular time.
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Our Mission Statement:
The Creative Arts Center in Chatham is dedicated to high quality arts education for all ages. Our staff, volunteers and faculty of talented working artists and craftsmen foster creativity in an environment where the visual arts are explored and celebrated through classes, exhibitions, community outreach and special events.
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Thank you to our Wonderful Sponsors!
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Creative Arts Center | 154 Crowell Road, Chatham Ma 02633
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