Oyster Roast 2023
Jan
28

Oyster Roast 2023

Have you missed the Oyster Roast? We sure have!

Gather your friends and mark your calendars to join us at this awesome FUNraising event!

All proceeds benefit Waterworks’ educational and outreach programs.

Sponsorships available; please contact Anne Scott Clement

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Summer ARTventures
Jun
13
to Jul 15

Summer ARTventures

Educating and Inspiring Creativity and Imagination in every child!

Four fun-filled weeks; twenty-five art camps to choose from for ages 4-18.

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Whimsical Fused Glass
May
12

Whimsical Fused Glass

Get your whimsy on with this introduction to fused glass art. You'll be using stringers, dots, curves, and scraps of glass to create your unique piece of glass art. No experience required, just your creativity!

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In the Gallery with Katherine Diuguid
May
11

In the Gallery with Katherine Diuguid

Join us for an intimate conversation with exhibiting artist Katherine Diuguid, whose work is currently on exhibit in the Osborne and Woodson galleries.

Light refreshments will be served, There is NO COST to attend, but reservations are appreciated.

Call 704.636.1882 or email associate@waterworks.org to reserve your seat.

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Junior ARTpops: Clay Bunnies
Apr
9

Junior ARTpops: Clay Bunnies

Young artists will create adorable clay bunnies in celebration of the return of spring. Using hand-building techniques of rolling, cutting, and pinching, students will assemble heads, ears, eyes and tails, then finish them with paint-on glazes, which will turn colorful upon firing in the kiln.

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Fabregé-Inspired Easter Eggs
Apr
7

Fabregé-Inspired Easter Eggs

The decoration of eggs is an age old craft. Fabrege̕ eggs, first designed around 1880, are among the most exquisite. Design your own jeweled beauty using an authentic blown-out goose egg. Inspired by Fabrege̕, embellish your egg with faux diamonds and pearls, richly pigmented paints, gold leaf and more.

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All Day Workshop: Weeds-Inspired Needlebook
Feb
26

All Day Workshop: Weeds-Inspired Needlebook

In this workshop, participants will stitch a small needlebook inspired by Katherine's "Weeds" collection. Techniques include Appliqué, Stem Stitch, Running Stitch, French Knots, and Seeding. Finished size is 3”x3”. High-end materials kits provided. All kits include linen, wool felt, cotton embroidery flosses, needles, and instructional booklet. Bring a bag lunch. (Embroidery experience required).

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Art R&R
Feb
10

Art R&R

Reach that peaceful, artful feeling in an evening of uninterrupted creative expression in the galleries. Choose from drawing, coloring, collaging, creative writing and more. No pressure, just fun, stress-relieving relaxation through art. Ahhh….

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Spring Exhibition On View
Feb
7
to May 27

Spring Exhibition On View

Five North Carolina women artists uniquely connect through their

chosen medium of cut paper, sculpture, photography,

hand-embroidered and mixed media textiles.

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Hand & Wheel Pottery, Class Series
Feb
1

Hand & Wheel Pottery, Class Series

Join instructor and professional potter, Brent Smith, in the studio for all things clay. Beginners will learn the basics of hand-building and throwing on the wheel. Experienced students will improve their skills and explore new approaches.

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