Comprehensive chronological list of all events and classes at ClearWater Artist Studios in Concord, NC. [As opposed to sorted lists by category on main Navigation pages]
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Free Demo with the CAG
Instructor: Susan Tobelman
When: Sunday January 12, 2025
Time: 2:00-4:00
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery
223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N.C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot
Free Demo with the CAG
by Johnna M. Ritchie
Rug Hooking
When: Sunday November 10, 2024
Time: 2:00-4:00
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery
223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N. C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot
Retired high school art teacher, Johnna M. Ritchie has dabbled in all things art-related fromdrawing to painting, ceramics to sculpture, photography to mosaics, fibers and printmaking.
She has gained proficiency in various media so that she could assist her students in building their skills to aid their creativity. She has always been intrigued with fibers and until two years ago, had never tried rug hooking, a skill of her mother and her mother’s mother. She got hooked.
In rug hooking, she is mostly self-taught with the aid of published guides and encouragement from fellow hookers. Her hope is to use her years of artistic knowledge and drawing to help her translate portraits into realistic interpretations in the media of rug hooking. She uses hand-dyed, thrifted and purchased woven wool cut into very thin strips to create the form, line and value of the person’s face and features using small loops pulled through a linen fabric.
In her demonstration, she will show the evolution of her rug hooking development and theknowledge gained and current project(s) in progress.
No need to register.
This event is free and open to the public
Please arrive before 2:00 pm, so not to interrupt the presentation.
For more information, www.cabarrusartguild.org or call 704-920-6600
Wildlife Fine Art Demonstration with Walter Stanford
When: Sunday October 13, 2024
Time: 2:00-4:00
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery
223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N. C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot
Topic: You are invited to join us for a demonstration/talk by Walter Stanford, Fine Artist, Designer and Illustrator.
Walter is a 1986 graduate of East Carolina University where he earned a BFA from the School of Art with a major in illustration and a minor in printmaking. Over the course of his career, he has worked as a national freelance illustrator, advertising art director and screen print artist. He now brings all these experiences together to create dramatic wildlife portraits. He brings the subject in close where the viewer can get a sense of the animal’s personality. As Walter states, “I want to bring that animal into a person’s home!”
Walter’s studio is in the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios in Concord and his works are represented by the Art Cellar Gallery in Banner Elk, NC.
No need to register.
This event is free and open to the public
Please arrive before 2:00 pm, so not to interrupt the presentation.
For more information, www.cabarrusartguild.org
Opening Reception of a past CAG Judged Show
You are invited to the Guild’s Opening Reception on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024 at 2pm ,in the Main Gallery at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord (Enter at main entrance on Crowell Drive NW). Winners will be announced and light refreshments will be served. Come and meet local artists and join us in celebrating their artwork. This is always a terrific event. Don't miss a moment!
No pre-registration is required.
Free event.
A fabulous afternoon was had by our attendees, taking in all the art created by our local artists. Entries were from Members and non-Members from Cabarrus and surrounding counties. We asked local artists, friends and neighbors to join us in celebrating art and sharing their work. Please see the ribbon-winning entries below, showcasing different styles and art types.
We are privileged to continue to award First, Second, Third and (2) Honorable Mention awards in two categories, 2D and 3D. A grant from the Grassroots Art Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and the Cabarrus Arts Council partially supports these awards.
Many congratulations to all the show’s participants and especially to the following award holders:
2D 1st Place: “Joyous Morning Light” by Susan Lackey
2nd Place: “Whispers of Shadow” by Inna Shchehlova
3rd Place: “Seasons Shadows” by Nancy Carroll
Honorable Mention: “Remembering Rembrandt” by Randy Pender
Honorable Mention: “At The Beach” by Karen Stiglich
3D 1st Place: “Creek Killer” by Josh King
2nd Place: “Pine Needles with Pearls” by Shakeeka Brooks
3rd Place: “Ray of Hope For Redemption” by Linda Harris
Honorable Mention: “Summer Bluegill Fishing” by Donna Miller
Honorable Mention: “Textile Art” by Lynn Cavanaugh
The show is now on view at ClearWater Arts Center and Studios in their Main Gallery through Nov. 23, 2024 (223 Crowell Dr NW, Concord, NC; enter via the Crowell Dr. main doors).
Stop in to see these amazing pieces during their drop-in hours, Wednesday-Friday, 12 noon to 5:00 pm, and Saturday 10 am-2 pm, or you can schedule an appointment to visit at another time by calling 704.920.6600.
Free admission and open to the public.
Many thanks to Nancy Brown, Exhibition Chair, Jutta Vest and Teri Ungerer and to all the volunteers who made this terrific show happen. The Guild completely depends on our volunteers and their generosity and we deeply appreciate their time and hard work.
We sincerely thank Gregory Barnes, our Judge for this event. Gordon’s work can be viewed here, https://www.barnesstudios.com/.
Thank you for supporting the Guild and our mission to support local art.
Free Demo with the CAG
by Natalie Cranford
Learn About the Dual Primary Colors: It's More Than Red, Yellow and Blue
When: Sunday September 8, 2024
Time: 2:00-4:00
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery
223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N. C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot
Our speaker, Natalie Cranford, is an art teacher, mom, wife and lifetime creator! In the art world, she enjoys color theory, hand building with clay, mixed media and paint. Natalie is a new Guild Member and we can all look forward to Natalie's art experience and enjoy learning with her!
No need to register.
This event is free and open to the public
Please arrive before 2:00 pm, so not to interrupt the presentation.
For more information, www.cabarrusartguild.org
Opening Reception of a past CAG Judged Show
You are invited to the Guild’s Opening Reception on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 2pm at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord (Enter at main entrance on Crowell Drive NW). Winners will be announced and light refreshments will be served. Come and meet local artists and join us in celebrating their artwork. This is always a terrific event. Don't miss a moment!
No pre-registration is required.
Free event.
Simple Negative Painting in Acrylics with Susan Lackey
‘When Architecture Meets Art’ with Kevin Owen
When: Sunday April 14, 2024
Time: 2:00pm
Where: ClearWater Arts Center and Studios, 223 Crowell Dr NW Concord, NC 28025. Enter at Kerr Street side glass double-doors, (lower-level parking lot) called the Greenway Gallery.
From Host, the Cabarrus Art Guild:
You are invited to join us as Kevin Owen, president of Owen Architecture in Winston-Salem, NC, shares how he uses his architectural and design talents to create impressionistic landscapes in watercolor.
During the demo, Kevin will demonstrate through the use of quick movements and a very limited palette how he creates exciting and quick watercolors. The demonstration will be a live walk through of Kevin’s process creating his impressionistic landscape watercolors.
You can view samples of Kevin’s work at his website: https://kevingowen-studio.com/.
No need to register.
This event is Free and Open to the public.
We ask you arrive before 2pm to not interrupt the speaker’s presentation.
Krazy Critters with Susan Lackey
You're welcome to join us for an entertaining afternoon of caricature art! Eric Melton, a seasoned caricaturist with over 30 years of experience, specializes in creating amusing caricatures of individuals and pets without being demeaning or disrespectful.
He will share insights into his caricature creation process during the demonstration and intends to sketch some willing volunteers!
When: Sunday March 10, 2024
Time: 2:00pm
Where: ClearWater Arts Center and Studios, 223 Crowell Dr NW Concord, NC 28025. Enter at Kerr Street side glass double-doors, (lower-level parking lot) called the Greenway Gallery.
You can view Eric’s art on his website https://meltonart.com/
This is a free event.
No pre-registration is needed.
Please arrive on time so as to not interrupt the speaker.
Acrylic Collage with Susan Lackey
When: Sunday Feb. 11, 2024
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Where: ClearWater Arts Center and Studios, 223 Crowell Dr NW Concord, NC 28025. GREENWAY GALLERY; Enter at Kerr Street side, (lower-level parking lot) .
You are invited to join us as Cassandra Chapman, owner and creative designer of Ami Cassi Millinery and Accessories, shares how she creates hats using traditional millinery techniques combined with cultural inspiration to create unique works of art. Each piece she creates is beautifully handmade with the greatest attention to detail.
Originally from St. Croix, Ms. Chapman is a trained Vocational Educator with a Bachelor of Science degree in Family Consumer Sciences from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI. She has taught Home Economics and also holds an active license as a cosmetology/aesthetician instructor in North Carolina. She has taken many classes in hat designing in Australia, England, and the United States. She is a member of the American Institute of Millinery Education, The North American Millinery Group, the British Millinery Association.
FREE Event. BE SURE TO COME TO GREENWAY GALLERY DOORS; the MAIN ENTRANCE WILL BE LOCKED.
No pre-registration is needed. Please be on time as to not interrupt the speaker’s presentation.
Date: Sunday January 14, 2023
Time: 2 pm
Where: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Enter through the lower level, double glass doors facing Kerr Street, called the Greenway Gallery.
Steve Lindenman is a local freelance event and commercial photographer, and shoots for variety of publications, including professional and college sports outlets. Steve teaches Digital Photography Fundamentals as well as editing techniques using software. He will be showing us how to create wonderful photos of the artwork we create!
You can see Steve’s work here: www.lindenmanphoto.com
This is a free event and does not require registration.
Please be on time as to not interrupt the speaker’s presentation.
FREE Event.
No pre-registration is needed. Please be on time as to not interrupt the speaker’s presentation.
Free Demo with the Cabarrus Art Guild
When: Sunday December 10, 2023
Time: 2 PM
Where: ClearWater Arts Center and Studios, 223 Crowell Dr NW Concord, NC 28025. Enter at Kerr Street side doors, lower parking lot- Greenway Gallery.
You are invited to join us as Kelsey Basset shares how she creates her angels and how you can apply these ideas for painting other subjects.
Kelsey is a former Cabarrus County Schools art teacher who left the classroom to pursue motherhood and painting full-time. From South Charlotte, she earned a Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture from NCSU, then went back to school to become an elementary teacher to ultimately earn a master's degree and become licensed to teach art. She loves painting and is loving that she can now have time in to paint and share her artwork with others.
From Kelsey:
“During the demo, I plan to talk about building layers on a canvas or paper to create an angel. I'll demonstrate the steps I take to achieve a detailed design that could also be applied to any still life or portrait. I'll share the specific layers of acrylic paint and acrylic paint pens I use to achieve angels with personalities.”
Kelsey ‘s work can be viewed here: www.KelseyBassett.com ;FB: Kelsey Crago Bassett IG: @kbassett_art
FREE Event.
No pre-registration is needed. Please be on time as to not interrupt the speaker’s presentation.
When: Sunday November 12, 2023
Time: 2 PM
Where: ClearWater Arts Center and Studios, GREENWAY GALLERY; 223 Crowell Dr NW Concord, NC 28025. Enter at Kerr Street side double- doors, lower parking lot (Greenway Gallery Entrance). PLEASE NOTE, MAIN ENTRANCE ON CROWELL DR NW WILL BE LOCKED!
Please join us as local artisan Shakeeka Watts teaches us about the art form and techniques in creating pine needle basket weaving.
“Through my basket weaving, I want to introduce a part of my African American culture to the world. I also want give acknowledgment to my ancestors for their accomplishments and God giving talents. I hope the work that I generate will inspire the younger generation to appreciate and understand their ancestors’ struggle and inspire them to carry on their traditions and legacy.”
No pre-registration is needed.
Please be on time as to not interrupt the speaker’s presentation.
See Shakeeka’s extensive work on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HandWorksByShakeeka, and Instagram and her website: https://handworksbyshakeeka.square.site/
For more information about the Guild, www.cabarrusartguild.org
Annual Fall Judged Art Show, 2023
The Cabarrus Art Guild celebrated local artists at our
Annual Fall Judged Art Show, 2023 Reception
A fabulous afternoon was had by our record-breaking crowd of pattendees, taking in all the art created by our local artists. Entries were from Members and non-Members alike from Cabarrus and surrounding counties. What a terrific celebration!
The Cabarrus Art Guild is privileged to continue to extend awards in two categories, 2D and 3D. These awards are partially supported by a grant from the Grassroots Art Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and the Cabarrus Arts Council.
The show is now on view at ClearWater Arts Center and Studios in their Main Gallery Thursday November 30, 2023 (223 Crowell Dr NW, Concord, NC; enter via the Crowell Dr. main doors).
Stop in to see these amazing pieces during their drop-in hours, Wednesday-Friday, 12 noon to 5:00 pm, Saturday’s 10am-2pm, or you can schedule an appointment to visit at another time by calling 704.920.6600.
Free admission and open to the public.
Many thanks to Nancy Brown, Exhibition Chair, and to the volunteers who made this terrific show happen. The Guild wholly depends on our volunteers and their generosity and we sincerely appreciate their time and hard work.
We sincerely thank Julia Lawing, our Judge for this event. Julia’s artwork can be viewed at https://julialawing.com.
Thank you for supporting the Guild and our mission to support local art.
Opening Reception of a past CAG Judged Show
You are invited to the Guild’s Opening Reception on Sunday, November 5, 2023 at 2pm at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord (Enter at main entrance on Crowell Drive NW). Winners will be announced and light refreshments will be served. Come and meet local artists and join us in celebrating their artwork. This is always a terrific event. Don't miss a moment!
No pre-registration required.
Free event.
(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)
This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.
NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS
Date: Thursday evenings, six week course* Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!
CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):
August 31st
Sept 7th
Sept 14th
Sept 28th
Oct 5th
Oct 12th
Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series
Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery. Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.
To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at lindag6@icloud.com . Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.
Payment Method: Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly. Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.
Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult
We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period. This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward. In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!
Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you. It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows. We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.
Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.
Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class. This is an intermediate class. We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.
Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!
Her corporate collectors include:
The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.
Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.
Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work. You can see more on her website at lindagriffin.com
(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)
This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.
NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS
Date: Thursday evenings, six week course* Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!
CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):
August 31st
Sept 7th
Sept 14th
Sept 28th
Oct 5th
Oct 12th
Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series
Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery. Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.
To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at lindag6@icloud.com . Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.
Payment Method: Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly. Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.
Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult
We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period. This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward. In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!
Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you. It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows. We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.
Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.
Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class. This is an intermediate class. We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.
Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!
Her corporate collectors include:
The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.
Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.
Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work. You can see more on her website at lindagriffin.com
(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)
This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.
NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS
Date: Thursday evenings, six week course* Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!
CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):
August 31st
Sept 7th
Sept 14th
Sept 28th
Oct 5th
Oct 12th
Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series
Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery. Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.
To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at lindag6@icloud.com . Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.
Payment Method: Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly. Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.
Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult
We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period. This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward. In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!
Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you. It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows. We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.
Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.
Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class. This is an intermediate class. We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.
Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!
Her corporate collectors include:
The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.
Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.
Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work. You can see more on her website at lindagriffin.com
(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)
This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.
NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS
Date: Thursday evenings, six week course* Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!
CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):
August 31st
Sept 7th
Sept 14th
Sept 28th
Oct 5th
Oct 12th
Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series
Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery. Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.
To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at lindag6@icloud.com . Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.
Payment Method: Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly. Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.
Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult
We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period. This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward. In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!
Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you. It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows. We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.
Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.
Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class. This is an intermediate class. We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.
Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!
Her corporate collectors include:
The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.
Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.
Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work. You can see more on her website at lindagriffin.com
(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)
This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.
NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS
Date: Thursday evenings, six week course* Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!
CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):
August 31st
Sept 7th
Sept 14th
Sept 28th
Oct 5th
Oct 12th
Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series
Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery. Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.
To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at lindag6@icloud.com . Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.
Payment Method: Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly. Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.
Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult
We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period. This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward. In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!
Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you. It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows. We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.
Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.
Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class. This is an intermediate class. We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.
Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!
Her corporate collectors include:
The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.
Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.
Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work. You can see more on her website at lindagriffin.com
(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)
This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.
NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS
Date: Thursday evenings, six week course* Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!
CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):
August 31st
Sept 7th
Sept 14th
Sept 28th
Oct 5th
Oct 12th
Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series
Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery. Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.
To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at lindag6@icloud.com . Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.
Payment Method: Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly. Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.
Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult
We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period. This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward. In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!
Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you. It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows. We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.
Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.
Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class. This is an intermediate class. We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.
Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!
Her corporate collectors include:
The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.
Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.
Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work. You can see more on her website at lindagriffin.com
This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register
Instructor: Mahnaz Mirghanbari
Date: Aug 19, 2023
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Cost: $45.00 Member / $55 Non-Members
To register, send email to: aloranbyalora@gmail.com
Social Media: Instagram page @aloranbyalora
Payment: Participants are asked to register and pay for the class by Aug. 14th. Payment can be made through Zelle. The instructor will provide details at registration.
Ages 18 and up
Get ready for a free flowing fun workshop on August 19th to create a custom piece embellished with Resin Art. Mahnez, a popular instructor at CAG will be back in Aug to help you create a custom piece to decorate your home. The process is fun and every project will be unique. Class will begin with Mahnez explaining the resin process. We will then prep your piece. After that we will mix the resin adding pigment colors to match your décor. The fun starts with pouring the resin on your piece to make your design.
It is important to note that the resin requires 24 hours to cure but can be moved after 2 hours. You will be able to leave your piece to cure at the Clearwater Studio thru the weekend if you prefer. All materials outside of the piece to be decorated will be provided.
Suggestions for the piece to decorate:
1- Bring a piece of furniture (i.e. end table, side table or a piece that has a wooden top). You can cover the top with resin in any color you like.
2- Bring silicone molds for a resin pour. You can purchase resin molds at Amazon, Michael’s or hobby lobby stores. You can choose molds for coaster or a 10” round plate.
3- Tableware (i.e. a plate, a bowl that has been used and might have scratches on it, or a metal tray or platter). You can do a resin pour on across the bottom and give it a fresh new look.
Check my instagram page @aloranbyalora to see all the work I have done and help get your creativity flowing.
If you have questions and would like to discuss the best option for you please feel free to contact me.
This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register
Instructor: Malia Bryngelson
Date: August 12th (Saturday)
Time: 1:00 – 5:00
Class Cost: CAG Members $50 Non-CAG Members $55
To Register: Send an email to maliabryngel56@gmail.com
Phone: 704-773-0817 (Leave message or text. Malia welcomes any questions you may have.)
Supply List: You’ll be emailed a supply list when you register. The instructor will supply paper.
Payment Method: Check, you’ll receive an address to send a check at time of registration.
Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025.
Greenway Gallery, enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.
Cancellation: If the instructor cancels the class for any reason, your check will be returned. If you register then cancel at least seven days before class, your check will be returned.
Class Size: Minimum 4, participants must be 18 (unless accompanied by an adult).
If you want to try a new medium join us for Beginning Pastels.
Discover the wonderful possibilities of painting with this versatile and forgiving medium. If you like drawing, this class will show you how to combine drawing with the painterly application of the beautiful color found in pastels.
In this relaxed class atmosphere, you will learn about the best materials to use, techniques for applying the pastel to achieve different textures, and tools and products that give the artist a successful outcome for their painting.
Students will complete a landscape painting project on paper provided by the instructor.
Malia’s award-winning work has been included in state and national exhibitions. One of her paintings received a first-place award in the animal category of Pastel Magazine’s Pastel 100 Competition.
Cabarrus Art Guild (CAG) members gather, and welcome other artists to gather & create, each Tuesday in ClearWater’s Lower-Level Greenway Gallery (with kitchen)!
The Cabarrus Art Guild welcomes you to join us on Tuesdays for Open Art Tuesdays (as copied from the CAG website ):
The Guild welcomes you to join us at Open Art Tuesdays at the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios (223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord, NC 28025 - enter through the double glass doors facing Kerr Street, called the Greenway Gallery).
Bring your lunch and drink, bring a project you are working on and your supplies. Or bring work you'd like to share and discuss. We start at 10am and run until 3pm, stopping at 12noon to eat and catch up. This is a working, weekly meeting, each Tuesday, to work with and share with artists and like-minded people who appreciate creativity. Don’t have a project? Drop by to see what local artists are creating. Everyone is welcome to join.
If we need to cancel or change times or details of these meetings, we plan to keep you updated via our Social Media on Facebook/Instagram so please check for any updates.
Our policy is to leave the space as we found it, so please make sure to clean up after yourself and not leave any trash or messes.
That does it for the rules, now it's time for making art, meeting new friends and having fun.
See you soon!
This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register
Instructor: Susan Edmonson
Date: Monday, July 31st Time: 10:00 – 4:00
Class Cost: $50 CAG members, $60 non-members
Materials Cost: the pattern for the class is $15 and kits with supplies and the pattern will be available at $30 which is payable in the class
Location: ClearWater Arts Center and Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025.
Studio LL102 or Greenway Gallery. Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.
To Register: Please go to Susan’s website at https://www.susanedmonsondesigns.com/ to register. Click on “Shop” and select Video Classes. Don’t worry, this is an in-person class.
Payment Method: Pre-payment and pre-registration are required before class. A supply list is provided when you register or on the CAG site.
Class Details: Attendees must be at least 15 years of age.
Please contact Susan if you have any questions about class or supply list at susanledmonson@gmail.com
“Wildflower Tales of the Trail”
Part 1
Susan Edmonson is back by popular demand and will be conducting three classes at CAG. The first in her garden series will take you on a Wildflower walk with Susan through the woods! Let’s stitch flowers to make a creative journal with little facts and quotes about each of the flowers. The stitches will be done using Pearl Cotton Threads and embellished with ribbons and unique hand dyed fabrics.
Each signature will have a collaged pages and 3-D flower pages. This little journal book will be put together in a unique way with the addition of ribbons and buttons. So join Susan for this creative journey!
See supply list at www.cabarrusartguild.org in the Workshops tab. For Questions about the Supply List or Class contact Susan Edmonson: susanledmonson@gmail.com
Fiber arts are Susan’s passion. Susan majored in art at Queens University in Charlotte, NC. She is a quilt designer, has hosted art retreats, traveled to shops all over the country to teach, and is a Bernina Ambassador. Susan loves sharing this passion for quilting, stitching and creating with everyone.
This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register
Instructor: Susan Lackey, susanlackeyart@gmail.com
Date: July 29, 2023
Time: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, includes a short lunch break. Bring your lunch and drink; we have a refrigerator
Workshop Cost: $90 members, $100 for non-members, plus $10 for extra supplies
Location: ClearWater Arts Center and Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025
Greenway Gallery, enter on the Kerr Street side of the building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.
To Register: Email instructor (above) to pay with check or to pay online click: Susan's Workshops
Registration Deadline: last day to register is July 26, 2023
Skill Level: Open to all levels of experience
Class: Ages 18 and up. Minimum class size: 5, maximum class size 12
Media: Acrylic
In this workshop, you will learn to loosen up your painting style so that you can paint more expressly. To preserve the freshness and uniqueness of your personal brush stroke, you will learn to paint quickly, loosely, and with playful intention.
First you will complete three short painting exercises flowing from expressive realism to expressive abstraction to expressive nonobjective art forms, following a simple process. The following three paintings are expressive examples of those three art forms.
Left to Right: non-objective, realism, and abstract
You will choose one of the art forms you practiced and use it to create a larger painting following the same loose and expressive process. In this workshop, Susan will demonstrate and coach you as you work.
You will receive a supply list when you register. The $10 extra supply fee is payable at the beginning of the workshop. This fee includes items not available in small quantities.
Susan Lackey has been painting and teaching painting for many years. She paints in acrylic and mixed media. She has won numerous awards in local, state, and national exhibitions. She is a signature member of the Watercolor Society of North Carolina.
Her work is frequently on display in area galleries and proudly hangs in both private and corporate collections. Susan’s most current work can be found at SusanLackeyArt.com
Cabarrus Art Guild (CAG) members gather, and welcome other artists to gather & create, each Tuesday in ClearWater’s Lower-Level Greenway Gallery (with kitchen)!
The Cabarrus Art Guild welcomes you to join us on Tuesdays for Open Art Tuesdays (as copied from the CAG website ):
The Guild welcomes you to join us at Open Art Tuesdays at the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios (223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord, NC 28025 - enter through the double glass doors facing Kerr Street, called the Greenway Gallery).
Bring your lunch and drink, bring a project you are working on and your supplies. Or bring work you'd like to share and discuss. We start at 10am and run until 3pm, stopping at 12noon to eat and catch up. This is a working, weekly meeting, each Tuesday, to work with and share with artists and like-minded people who appreciate creativity. Don’t have a project? Drop by to see what local artists are creating. Everyone is welcome to join.
If we need to cancel or change times or details of these meetings, we plan to keep you updated via our Social Media on Facebook/Instagram so please check for any updates.
Our policy is to leave the space as we found it, so please make sure to clean up after yourself and not leave any trash or messes.
That does it for the rules, now it's time for making art, meeting new friends and having fun.
See you soon!
Cabarrus Art Guild (CAG) members gather, and welcome other artists to gather & create, each Tuesday in ClearWater’s Lower-Level Greenway Gallery (with kitchen)!
The Cabarrus Art Guild welcomes you to join us on Tuesdays for Open Art Tuesdays (as copied from the CAG website ):
The Guild welcomes you to join us at Open Art Tuesdays at the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios (223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord, NC 28025 - enter through the double glass doors facing Kerr Street, called the Greenway Gallery).
Bring your lunch and drink, bring a project you are working on and your supplies. Or bring work you'd like to share and discuss. We start at 10am and run until 3pm, stopping at 12noon to eat and catch up. This is a working, weekly meeting, each Tuesday, to work with and share with artists and like-minded people who appreciate creativity. Don’t have a project? Drop by to see what local artists are creating. Everyone is welcome to join.
If we need to cancel or change times or details of these meetings, we plan to keep you updated via our Social Media on Facebook/Instagram so please check for any updates.
Our policy is to leave the space as we found it, so please make sure to clean up after yourself and not leave any trash or messes.
That does it for the rules, now it's time for making art, meeting new friends and having fun.
See you soon!
In addition to providing the Gallery space (and, soon, the Banquet/ Multipurpose Room downstairs) for event Rentals, ClearWater Artist Studios also produces a growing variety of events. The 2nd Saturday Open Studios day, an open-house allowing access to artists working in their studios and anything else programmed that day, occurs monthly.
For an at-a-glance look at all events including classes, see Calendar view.
Seminars, and other events which may contain instructional presentation will be listed under Classes.
Past event pages, may hold photos of that event.
ClearWater is becoming; It is a place where...
Artists find community with other artists;
The Community finds artists and access to art;
Artists, and the Community find ways to interact, discuss, and be inspired to new (creative) ways of thinking.
CLEARWATER Arts Center & Studios lies in the Gibson Village Neighborhood, less than a mile from Historic Downtown Concord, NC.
Open for drop-in: Wednesday-Friday 12:00-5:00pm; Saturdays, 10a.m. - 2p.m.
ClearWater Arts Center & Studios
223 Crowell Drive NW
Concord, NC 28025
Sarah Gay, ClearWater Coordinator
PLEASE NOTE NEW PHONE NUMBER (Fall 2022):
704.920-6600 (ofc. land line)
City Email: gays_at_concordnc.gov
This project is supported by a grant from the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and the Cabarrus Arts Council.
