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SUMMARY:Children's Drawing Class
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Drawing Class for ages 7 to 12.\nCarol Hill will lead participants to create a desert landscape\, emphasizing drawing of cacti and clouds while showing depth in a composition.  The young artists will add color with oil pastel and watercolor. 
URL:https://stanlyartsguild.com/events/childrens-drawing-class/
LOCATION:Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts\, 152 W. Main Street\, Albemarle\, NC\, 28001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Child's Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T103000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Kawandi
DESCRIPTION:Karen Lowder and Bonnie Preslar will lead a workshop on the ancient Art of Kawandi\, a hand-quilting technique of the Siddi community of India. Bonnie is a talented quilter and fiber artist who has been studying this art form. Karen is a quilter and crafter who enjoyed a lifelong interest in fabric and color. \nThe workshop will entail a brief description about the history of Kawandi and the methods used to create these wonderful textile art pieces. Participants will assemble and stitch a small Kawandi of their own using the materials provided. The texture is just amazing!!! No two are alike! \nSAG Members: $20.00 \nNon-SAG Members: $30.00 \nKit Supply Fee: $5.00  Kit includes fabric pieces\, backing\, batting\, needle\, pins\, and thread. Participants should bring their own scissors and a thimble (this is handwork). \nThe workshop will begin at 10:30 am. Participants may bring a bag lunch\, or order in. \nThe workshop will conclude at 3 pm.
URL:https://stanlyartsguild.com/events/the-art-of-kawandi/
LOCATION:Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts\, 152 W. Main Street\, Albemarle\, NC\, 28001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T180000
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SUMMARY:Adult Pottery Class (Part 1): Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup
DESCRIPTION:Adult Pottery Class: Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup\nCarol Hill will lead a 2-part adult pottery class to may a Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup. Both Sessions will be needed to complete the project. \nTuesday evenings: May 19 & 26th from 6-8pm. \nCost for both sessions\, which includes: clay\, glaze\, stake and 2 firings in a ceramic kiln.$15 (Guild Members)$25 (Non-members)Level: beginner–You can do this with no prior clay experience.Sign up in person or by phone. 704-983-4278. (Class size limited)
URL:https://stanlyartsguild.com/events/adult-pottery-class-part-1-ceramic-garden-flower-bee-cup/
LOCATION:Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts\, 152 W. Main Street\, Albemarle\, NC\, 28001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Art Workshop
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SUMMARY:Adult Pottery Class (Part 2): Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup
DESCRIPTION:Carol Hill will lead a 2-part adult pottery class to may a Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup. Both Sessions will be needed to complete the project. \nTuesday evenings: May 19 & 26th from 6-8pm. \nCost for both sessions\, which includes: clay\, glaze\, stake and 2 firings in a ceramic kiln.$15 (Guild Members)$25 (Non-members)Level: beginner–You can do this with no prior clay experience.Sign up in person or by phone. 704-983-4278. (Class size limited)
URL:https://stanlyartsguild.com/events/adult-pottery-class-part-2-ceramic-garden-flower-bee-cup/
LOCATION:Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts\, 152 W. Main Street\, Albemarle\, NC\, 28001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Artist Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T180000
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SUMMARY:Children's Clay Class: Part 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2-part class.\nJune 4th: Carol Hill will lead children to create 2 pinch pots. One will remain a pinch pot\, and then Carol will show the children how to turn the other into a dragon!June 11th: the children will glaze their pieces.June 13th: These pieces must be kiln-fired 2x: finished pieces may be picked up at Stanly Arts Guild on June 13th.\n\nAges 7 – 12\, $10 for both sessionsAll materials included: stoneware clay\, glaze\, and 2 firings in a ceramic kiln.\nSpace is limited: register in person or by phone at Stanly Arts Guild 704-983-4278
URL:https://stanlyartsguild.com/events/childrens-clay-class-part-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts\, 152 W. Main Street\, Albemarle\, NC\, 28001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Child's Workshop
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SUMMARY:Children's Clay Class: Part 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2-part class.\nJune 4th: Carol Hill will lead children to create 2 pinch pots. One will remain a pinch pot\, and then Carol will show the children how to turn the other into a dragon!June 11th: the children will glaze their pieces.June 13th: These pieces must be kiln-fired 2x: finished pieces may be picked up at Stanly Arts Guild on June 13th.\nAges 7 – 12\, $10 for both sessions\nAll materials included: stoneware clay\, glaze\, and 2 firings in a ceramic kiln.\nSpace is limited: register in person or by phone at Stanly Arts Guild 704-983-4278
URL:https://stanlyartsguild.com/events/childrens-clay-class-part-2-of-2/
LOCATION:Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts\, 152 W. Main Street\, Albemarle\, NC\, 28001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Child's Workshop
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SUMMARY:Adult Pottery Class (Part 1 of 2): Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup
DESCRIPTION:Adult Pottery Class: Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup (Part 1)\nCarol Hill will lead a 2-part adult pottery class to may a Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup. Both Sessions will be needed to complete the project. \nSaturday Afternoons: June 13th & 20th from 2-4 pm. \nCost for both sessions\, which includes: clay\, glaze\, stake and 2 firings in a ceramic kiln.$15 (Guild Members)$25 (Non-members)Level: beginner–You can do this with no prior clay experience.Sign up in person or by phone. 704-983-4278. (Class size limited)
URL:https://stanlyartsguild.com/events/adult-pottery-class-part-1-ceramic-garden-flower-bee-cup-2/
LOCATION:Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts\, 152 W. Main Street\, Albemarle\, NC\, 28001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Artist Event
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CREATED:20260528T150836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T151059Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Pottery Class (Part 2 of 2): Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup
DESCRIPTION:Adult Pottery Class: Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup (Part 2)\nCarol Hill will lead a 2-part adult pottery class to may a Ceramic Garden Flower Bee Cup. Both Sessions will be needed to complete the project. \nSaturday Afternoons: June 13th & 20th from 2-4 pm. \nCost for both sessions\, which includes: clay\, glaze\, stake and 2 firings in a ceramic kiln.$15 (Guild Members)$25 (Non-members)Level: beginner–You can do this with no prior clay experience.Sign up in person or by phone. 704-983-4278. (Class size limited)
URL:https://stanlyartsguild.com/events/adult-pottery-class-part-2-ceramic-garden-flower-bee-cup-2/
LOCATION:Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts\, 152 W. Main Street\, Albemarle\, NC\, 28001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Artist Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Watercolor Class
DESCRIPTION:Beginner Watercolor Class with O’Lynda Walker\nCLASS DESCRIPTION:\nStudents will tear their full sheet of Arche watercolor paper in half\, and a quarter\, and eighth sections. \nStudents will learn the consistency of watercolor applications: tea\, coffee\, milk. \nThe student will become familiar with several professional watercolor brands. They will also learn how to determine if a tube of paint is opaque or transparent\, and how these properties influence painting. \nThe student will use a variety of professional brushes to mix primary colors\, producing secondary hues. They will mix a variety of greens\, black\, and explore values with each color made. \nStudents will control watercolors to produce washes for sky\, land\, and water. They will learn what causes a bloom and how to repair blooms. \nStudents will develop soft edges: soft\, hard\, and lost edges\, and the value of using negative painting in watercolor. \nThe student will draw or trace\, paint\, and apply the correct color & paint application of three fruits: apple\, banana\, and pear. \nIf time allows\, the student will build a painting of a birch tree landscape using negative painting and glazing techniques. Also if time permits\, a painting using tulips. \n\nWHEN: June 27th\, 2026\nTIME: 10 am – 4 pm\nWHERE: Stanly Arts Guild. 152 W. Main St\, Albemarle\nCLASS SIZE: min 3\, max 6\nCLASS FEE:  $80.00 SAG Members\, $90.00 non-members\nSUPPLIES FEE: $25.00  In an attempt to not have students purchase items they may or may not use again\, the Supplies Fee will allow the students to sample professional level materials without a large commitment. Supplied by instructor: the instructor will provide several brands of professional brushes to explore strokes and washes\, one pallet\, several brands of professional paint in the primary colors (yellow\, two reds\, blue\, burnt sienna)\, carbon paper\, tracing paper\, and a color wheel.  \n\nSTUDENTS WILL NEED TO BRING: \n1. One Full Sheet of Arche 100% cotton\, 140 lb\, 300 g/m paper\, 22 inches x 30 inches. This can be purchased at a local art store in Charlotte such as Jerry’s Art Arama or online at Blick Art (check for sales)\, double check for authenticity at Hobby Lobby. It should be about $16.00 per sheet.\n2. One old terry cloth towel\, such as a hand towel or dish cloth to absorb water under your support.\n3. One placemat\, clear or plain (not a printed surface)\, on which the Arche paper will mount for painting.\n4. Masking tape\, or blue painter’s tape\, or like tape.\n5. HB or #2 Pencil\, and sharpener\n6. Water Container\n7. Paper towels or small roll of toilet tissue\n8. White ceramic plate of any shape\, about 6-8 inches. Please do not bring plastic. \n 
URL:https://stanlyartsguild.com/events/beginner-watercolor-class/
LOCATION:Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts\, 152 W. Main Street\, Albemarle\, NC\, 28001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Art Workshop,Artist Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T160000
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CREATED:20260613T002108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T002111Z
UID:7647-1784469600-1784476800@stanlyartsguild.com
SUMMARY:Sundays With Art:  An Introduction To Quilling
DESCRIPTION:Sundays With Art: An Introduction To Quilling \nWe are so exciting to bring more programs to our community. We will be bringing more demonstrations and artist talks on the 3rd Sunday of each month. \nOur kickoff Sunday will be in July with our very own talented artists\, Ginger Barker and Betsy Lewis.  They will have an interactive demonstration of Quilling. \nThere is no need to register! Come by and have fun exploring art!
URL:https://stanlyartsguild.com/events/sundays-with-art-an-introduction-to-quilling/
LOCATION:Stanly Arts Guild/Gifts\, 152 W. Main Street\, Albemarle\, NC\, 28001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Art Workshop,Artist Event,Sunday Artist Demo
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