*Cancellation Policy: Registration fees are refundable up until 7 days prior to the start of the class. Email kelly@can-nc.org to receive a refund. *We follow Guilford County School’s inclement weather policy and will be closed or delayed when GCS is closed or delayed.
The following classes are for ages 18 and up
Drawing Class – Putting People in the Picture
Tuesdays, January 7 – 28
from 2:00 – 4:00pm
In this series we will explore drawing full figures and faces. Using pencil and charcoal, we will spend the first 2 sessions on the clothed figure, using shapes and angles to help us show motion and gesture. The final 2 classes will focus on the face, using shapes and relationships to help us capture personality. All levels welcome! $35 per class (includes all supplies).
Location: Trotter Active Adult Center, 3906 Betula St, Greensboro, NC 27407
POTTERY WITH PATRICK ROWE
1st Winter Session
Thursdays, January 23rd – February 20th from 9:30am – 12:00pm. For ages 18 and up
This 5-week class will introduce you to the fundamentals of working on the wheel. We will focus on cylinders, bowls, and plates. Techniques for centering, opening, and pulling up clay will be covered. No prior wheel experience is required. Maximum of 4 participants. $200, includes clay, glazing, and firing. Purchase of basic pottery tool kit recommended. Location: CAN-NC, 2400 Summit Ave, Greensboro, NC 27405
*Patrick has worked for more than 30 years as a professional craftsman creating functional and art pottery. As a teacher since 2016 he works to preserve our craft traditions through interactions with students from diverse backgrounds and skill levels.
Paint a Vacation
Tuesdays, February 4 – 25
from 2:00 – 4:00pm
Using a picture from your vacation, or a place you wish you could visit, we’ll explore using the vibrant colors of pastel to convey a sense of place, and look at composition as a way to help get us there.
Location: Trotter Active Adult Center, 3906 Betula St, Greensboro, NC 27407
Arts and Wellness – Healing Trauma through Creativity
Wednesdays from 1:00 – 3:00PM
1st Series: Jan 8 – 29
2nd Series: Feb 5 – 26
Third Series: March 5 – 26
Join Art Therapist Vanita Bailey to explore drawing, painting, collage, and more! Participants will have the opportunity to explore the impact traumatic events have had on their lives through creative art making and open discussion. $110 per 4-week series. All supplies included.
Location: CAN-NC, 2400 Summit Ave, Greensboro, NC 27405
Painting Snowy Landscapes in Acrylic
Saturday, January 25th from 1:30-5:30pm
In this half day class, we will add both texture and color to white paint to create snow in our landscapes. You would be surprised to learn that snow in a landscape is made more beautiful when small amounts of color are added to showcase where the light is hitting and the colors of the landscape itself are chosen carefully to enhance the wintery scene.
Objects you can bring to develop texture: fork or spoon, sand paper, actual plants or found objects outside, wood, cardboard, newspaper, sponge, dry paint brushes, bubble wrap, corks, buttons, plastic wrap or wax paper, string, sand, shells, stamps, comb, fabric, toothbrush, metal, baking soda, tennis ball, and so much more! $70, supplies included
Location: 2400 Summit Ave, Greensboro, NC 27405
Winter Florals in Acrylic
Sundays, February 9th and 16th from 1pm – 3pm
In this 2-part series, we will look at pictures and real plants and flowers to create 2-3 abstract pieces using acrylic paints. We will use organic shapes and lines as well as lots of color to capture the natural beauty in creation.
Objects you can bring to develop texture: fork or spoon, sand paper, actual plants or found objects outside, wood, cardboard, newspaper, sponge, dry paint brushes, bubble wrap, corks, buttons, plastic wrap or wax paper, tin foil, string, sand, shells, stamps, fabric, toothbrush, metal, baking soda, comb, tennis ball, and so much more! $70 supplies included. Location: 2400 Summit Ave, Greensboro, NC 27405
Hand Building Clay Series
Fridays from 3:00 – 5:30PM
1st Series: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31
2nd Series: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28
3rd Series: March 7, 14, 21, 28
Each week, participants will have the opportunity to learn a different hand building technique and create their own unique piece. (ex; slab, coil, pinch pot)
$160 for each 4-week series. Purchase of basic pottery tool kit recommended. Maximum of 6 participants. Location: CAN-NC, 2400 Summit Ave, Greensboro, NC 27405
Art Journal Writing Series
Tuesdays from 1:30 – 3:30PM
1st Series: Feb 4, 11, 18
2nd Series: March 4, 11, 18
(These classes are a 3-part series)
With the aid of guided prompts, participants will practice expressive writing to: enhance self-awarenessreness, strengthen emotional resilience, unleash creativity and empowerment. No artistic talent required, no writing experience necessary. $110 for each series. Includes all supplies. Location: CAN-NC, 2400 Summit Ave, Greensboro, NC 27405
Couples Wheel Throwing with Ashley
Thursday, February 13th from 6:30 – 8:30pm
Join us for a fun night of clay play with your special someone!
We’ll begin with music, charcuterie, and wine, and then head up to the studio for an introductory lesson in wheel throwing. Ashley Jones will demonstrate some basic wheel throwing and then you will try your hands at making your own piece of pottery. You will choose your glaze color when done and we will trim and glaze it for you to be picked up at a later date. $120 per couple. Must be 21 to participate. Location: CAN-NC, 2400 Summit Ave, Greensboro, NC 27405
Get In Touch
Location: 2400 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405
Telephone: 336-303-9963
Email: info@can-nc.org
Hours: M-F: 9am – 5pm
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