The Arts Center
Events at this venue
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Exploring Painting in Oil and Acrylics
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesExploring Painting in Oil and Acrylics is designed to encourage students to explore new approaches to their current painting methods. The objective is to abandon judgment, have fun, and embrace discovery. The instructor will cover design/composition, color mixing, and mark-making while encouraging the simplification of detail to blur the boundaries between representation and abstraction and to...
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Draw and Design Digital Valentines
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Draw and Design Digital Valentines on Wed, Feb 11, 6pm-8:30pm, you'll learn the basics of digital illustration using Procreate on the iPad in this fun, three-hour introductory workshop. Students will explore brushes, layers, and color tools while designing a set of unique, handmade Valentine cards to share or print. Students must bring an iPad with Procreate...
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Sewing on Paper/Paper Piecing
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Sewing on Paper/Paper Piecing on Sat, Feb 7, 1pm-4pm, you'll learn the basics of foundation paper piecing, AKA sewing on paper. You will make a cute Valentine’s “Mug Rug” design. A Mug Rug is a small, mini-quilt project that serves as a cross between a coaster and a placemat, designed to hold a mug and/or a small...
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Winter Sowing Pollinator Flowers
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Winter Sowing Pollinator Flowers on Thu, Jan 29, 4pm-5pm, you'll join the Therapeutic Horticulture Extension Master Gardeners of Chatham County to learn about the benefits of growing native and pollinator flowers and how to winter sow. Winter sowing is the art of planting seeds in terrarium-like conditions and setting them outside to let nature work its...
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Peace Painting for MLK Day
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Peace Painting on Fri, Jan 23, 10am-11am, you'll join others in honoring the spirit of Marin Luther King Jr., promoting a message of peace and unity. Participants will paint large wooden peace cutouts perfect for hanging in your home. Supplies are included. This one-class session is instructed by Leigh Babcock. Registration opens Mon, Dec 15,...
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Bee Painting with a Beekeeper!
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesCome see a live hive at the Arts Center during Bee Painting with a Beekeeper on Thu, Dec 11, 6pm-7:30pm. Meet Michael Smith, a Chatham County, North Carolina Certified Beekeeper, who will be speaking about bees. Discover why honeybees are crucial to our agriculture and the food we eat. Then enjoy painting your own unique bee using...
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Felted Ornaments (All Levels)
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Felted Ornaments (All Levels) on Sat, Dec 6, 10am-12pm, you'll create cozy, hand-crafted treasures. Learn the art of needle felting to create charming ornaments. Supplies are included. Instructed by Audrey Joy. Registration opens Mon, Oct 27, and closes Mon, Dec 1. This event is held indoors at the new Chatham County Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources (CCPRCR) Arts...
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Paper Puppet Making
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Paper Puppet Making, class will begin with designing a large paper mask. You will use markers, crayons, stencils, and more. Next, you will turn the paper mask into a 3-D form and assemble the body by attaching a wooden dowel to the back. Finally, you will dress up your puppet with tissue paper. Supplies are included....
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Fabric Coiled Baskets (Beginners)
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Fabric Coiled Baskets (Beginners) on Sat, Nov 8, 1pm-4pm, you'll learn how to make a cute bowl from fabric wrapped around cotton cording and sewn together. You can make potholders and trivets, too, or even a BIG basket; the method is the same! The recommended supply list can be found here. Instructed by Bea Lee. Registration opens Mon, Sep...
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Printmaking/Block Printing for Teens (Beginners)
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Printmaking/Block Printing for Teens (Beginners), learn the basics of block printing using easy linocut tools and techniques. You'll sharpen your drawing and sketching skills, carve stamps, and make a fun canvas bag that represents your style. Supplies are included. Instructed by Dolly Sickles. This one-class session takes place Sat, Nov 1, 10am-12pm. Registration opens Mon, Sep...
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Makers: Recycle, Upcycle, and Create!
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Makers: Recycle, Upcycle, and Create, you'll be challenged to combine DIY craft supplies with repurposed household discards and recyclables in generating artful expressions and upcycled decor! This four-week session takes place every Monday, Oct 6-Oct 27, 6pm-7:30pm. Registration opens Mon, Aug 18, and closes Mon, Sep 29. This event is held indoors at the new Chatham...
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Makers: Recycle, Upcycle, and Create!
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Makers: Recycle, Upcycle, and Create, you'll be challenged to combine DIY craft supplies with repurposed household discards and recyclables in generating artful expressions and upcycled decor! This four-week session takes place every Monday, Oct 6-Oct 27, 6pm-7:30pm. Registration opens Mon, Aug 18, and closes Mon, Sep 29. This event is held indoors at the new Chatham...
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Makers: Recycle, Upcycle, and Create!
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Makers: Recycle, Upcycle, and Create, you'll be challenged to combine DIY craft supplies with repurposed household discards and recyclables in generating artful expressions and upcycled decor! This four-week session takes place every Monday, Oct 6-Oct 27, 6pm-7:30pm. Registration opens Mon, Aug 18, and closes Mon, Sep 29. This event is held indoors at the new Chatham...
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Drawing 2 Workshop (Intermediate)
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesRapidly improve your drawing skills with quick, mind-expanding drawing exercises. The Drawing 2 Workshop (Intermediate) continues where Drawing 1 left off: covering the remaining "seeing skills" necessary to draw confidently. You'll start with loose and messy work, progressing to more finished pieces. You'll receive demos, individual guidance, and lots of practice. Instructed by Stacye Leanza. This...
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Drawing 2 Workshop (Intermediate)
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesRapidly improve your drawing skills with quick, mind-expanding drawing exercises. The Drawing 2 Workshop (Intermediate) continues where Drawing 1 left off: covering the remaining "seeing skills" necessary to draw confidently. You'll start with loose and messy work, progressing to more finished pieces. You'll receive demos, individual guidance, and lots of practice. Instructed by Stacye Leanza. This...
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Watercolor and Ink Holiday Cards
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesWatercolor and Ink Holiday Cards celebrates the unpredictable nature of watercolor. Using a micron ink pen, with a few fun tricks, participants will create loose whimsical flower designs. This is a watercolor class with an intuitive and spontaneous approach! Your favorite watercolors will be used for Holiday cards. Supplies are provided. Instructed by Leigh Babcock. This...
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Basics of Grant Writing: Building Logic Models
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesWith Basics of Grant Writing: Building Logic Models, you'll take the next step in your grant writing skill-building journey by learning to develop logic models and evaluative tools to support your organization’s programs. Students can apply this methodology to a wide variety of non-profit fundraising efforts, but this program will focus on the arts. The Basics...
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Makers: Recycle, Upcycle, and Create!
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Makers: Recycle, Upcycle, and Create, you'll be challenged to combine DIY craft supplies with repurposed household discards and recyclables in generating artful expressions and upcycled decor! This four-week session takes place every Monday, Oct 6-Oct 27, 6pm-7:30pm. Registration opens Mon, Aug 18, and closes Mon, Sep 29. This event is held indoors at the new Chatham...
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Scarecrow Shenanigans (All Ages)
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesScarecrow Shenanigans (All Ages) is the perfect October workshop for the entire family! Build your scarecrow using a wooden frame, colorful clothing, straw, and a touch of imagination. Get ready to bring your scarecrow to life with quirky personalities and funny faces. The recommended short supply list is available upon registration. Instructed by Leigh Babcock. This...
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Monster-Making with Recyclables!
The Arts Center 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesAt Monster-Making with Recyclables, your child will learn about art and sustainability with Anayancy Estacio, Education Program Coordinator for Chatham County Solid Waste and Recycling. Your child will build a monster using recycled materials and express their creativity through assembling, gluing, and painting eco-friendly monster companions. Supplies are included. Instructed by Leigh Babcock. This one-class session...