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Ceramics Open Studio
Ceramics Open Studio is available to hobbyists and professionals who are not currently taking a class and would like to begin or work on their projects. All the materials and tools are provided, so take a chance on getting dirty and have fun. Contact Robert Gladney for additional information. [email protected]
Cambridge Ukulele Group
The Cambridge Ukulele Group is at the Dorchester Center for the Arts every week, 4:00 pm. Bring your uke - all are welcome! Ongoing.
2 events,
2 events,
Open Studio
Open Studio
Intended to foster creative collaboration and encourage artistic experimentation. No instruction, just use of the classroom as communal studio space. All mediums welcome. Clay studio will be open as well. Length – Ongoing Thursdays (5:30-8:30pm) Free for DCA Members, fee for non-members.
2 events,
Fiber Fridays
Fiber Fridays
Bring whatever project you are working on, from knitting to rug hooking to needlepoint. Enjoy the time with like-minded others. All are welcome! This group is facilitated by advanced needle artist Windy Karpavage. Ongoing Fridays. Free. No registration needed.
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1 event,
1 event,
4 events,
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
This class is intended to introduce you to what’s involved in the craft of stained glass. The finished piece will be a 12 x 12 Tiffany-style panel using the copper foil method. Students will be shown how to recognize and fix problems with patterns, how to choose colors that work well together, and how to […]
Introduction to Slab Building with Clay with Tammy Vitale
Start at the beginning with a simple bas relief tile, move through a simple wall sculpture, make an armature for slab sculpture, make a mask using an armature. Minimum 3, Maximum 5, age 16 and up
Open Mic 2025!
Open Mic 2025!
Join us Tuesday evenings 6 - 9pm, as talented musicians take to the stage to share their talents. Bring your instrument and join the line up, or just come to listen and enjoy! Admission is free, cash bar and snacks. Tuesdays, January 7 - April 29.
4 events,
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
7 events,
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
True beginners will see the progress they can make with even one class with Diana. Students will learn which brush to use, the proper water to paint ratio, how to set up a palette, how to mix colors, and whether to use wet on wet or wet on dry techniques. Students will experiment with several […]
Return to Learn
This class is for both beginners and those with experience that want to improve their skills. Beginners will receive step by step instruction on the pottery wheel so that you can create a simple and unique piece of pottery. For those with previous experience, this is an opportunity to practice and refine simple forms and […]
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
Open Studio
Open Studio
Intended to foster creative collaboration and encourage artistic experimentation. No instruction, just use of the classroom as communal studio space. All mediums welcome. Clay studio will be open as well. Length – Ongoing Thursdays (5:30-8:30pm) Free for DCA Members, fee for non-members.
7 events,
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
Fiber Fridays
Fiber Fridays
Bring whatever project you are working on, from knitting to rug hooking to needlepoint. Enjoy the time with like-minded others. All are welcome! This group is facilitated by advanced needle artist Windy Karpavage. Ongoing Fridays. Free. No registration needed.
8 events,
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
Second Saturday Cancelation!
Second Saturday Cancelation!
Due the weather, the Second Saturday Reception scheduled for 1/11/25 has been canceled. The workshop with Tammy Vitale will be rescheduled, as well as a talk with the exhibition artists.
Ceramics Open Studio
Ceramics Open Studio
Ceramics Open Studio is available to hobbyists and professionals who are not currently taking a class and would like to begin or work on their projects. All the materials and tools are provided, so take a chance on getting dirty and have fun. Contact your instructor for details.
6 events,
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
6 events,
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
9 events,
Basic Observational Drawing with Robert Gladney
Learn how to observe and draw objects from life, in a realistic style. In this workshop your instructor will provide exercises which will offer you a step-by-step approach to learn observational drawing. Working in pencil and charcoal, you will learn skills to help you create a successful basic drawing. Participants will learn to make accurate […]
Introduction to Painting in Oil – Mixed Level with Open Studio
For those interested in an introduction to oil painting, participants will focus on technique, experimentation and play, and then dive into the indirect painting approach, which includes building the composition and under painting. incorporating glazing and shifts in temperature to bring a work to life will also be included. For intermediate and advanced painters, the […]
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
Open Mic 2025!
Open Mic 2025!
Join us Tuesday evenings 6 - 9pm, as talented musicians take to the stage to share their talents. Bring your instrument and join the line up, or just come to listen and enjoy! Admission is free, cash bar and snacks. Tuesdays, January 7 - April 29.
9 events,
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
This class explores watercolor techniques including wet on wet and use of drawing gum. Students will practice learning different triad palette combinations and pulling and glazing watercolors using personal photographs and still life as inspiration. Use of gouache and egg tempera is acceptable. Painting experience is a must. Students work at their own pace with […]
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
12 events,
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
True beginners will see the progress they can make with even one class with Diana. Students will learn which brush to use, the proper water to paint ratio, how to set up a palette, how to mix colors, and whether to use wet on wet or wet on dry techniques. Students will experiment with several […]
Return to Learn
This class is for both beginners and those with experience that want to improve their skills. Beginners will receive step by step instruction on the pottery wheel so that you can create a simple and unique piece of pottery. For those with previous experience, this is an opportunity to practice and refine simple forms and […]
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
Open Studio
Open Studio
Intended to foster creative collaboration and encourage artistic experimentation. No instruction, just use of the classroom as communal studio space. All mediums welcome. Clay studio will be open as well. Length – Ongoing Thursdays (5:30-8:30pm) Free for DCA Members, fee for non-members.
12 events,
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
Fiber Fridays
Fiber Fridays
Bring whatever project you are working on, from knitting to rug hooking to needlepoint. Enjoy the time with like-minded others. All are welcome! This group is facilitated by advanced needle artist Windy Karpavage. Ongoing Fridays. Free. No registration needed.
11 events,
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
11 events,
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
11 events,
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
14 events,
Basic Observational Drawing with Robert Gladney
Learn how to observe and draw objects from life, in a realistic style. In this workshop your instructor will provide exercises which will offer you a step-by-step approach to learn observational drawing. Working in pencil and charcoal, you will learn skills to help you create a successful basic drawing. Participants will learn to make accurate […]
Introduction to Painting in Oil – Mixed Level with Open Studio
For those interested in an introduction to oil painting, participants will focus on technique, experimentation and play, and then dive into the indirect painting approach, which includes building the composition and under painting. incorporating glazing and shifts in temperature to bring a work to life will also be included. For intermediate and advanced painters, the […]
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
Open Mic 2025!
Open Mic 2025!
Join us Tuesday evenings 6 - 9pm, as talented musicians take to the stage to share their talents. Bring your instrument and join the line up, or just come to listen and enjoy! Admission is free, cash bar and snacks. Tuesdays, January 7 - April 29.
15 events,
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
This class explores watercolor techniques including wet on wet and use of drawing gum. Students will practice learning different triad palette combinations and pulling and glazing watercolors using personal photographs and still life as inspiration. Use of gouache and egg tempera is acceptable. Painting experience is a must. Students work at their own pace with […]
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
New Winter/Spring Classes and Workshops!
Registration is open for the winter and spring instructional arts sessions! Find full catalog here
Stretch and Sketch!
Stretch and Sketch!
Looking for a fun, relaxing way to combine movement and creativity? Stretch and Sketch is the perfect balance. The first portion of the class will focus on gentle yoga to stretch and energize the body. Participants have the option of doing either chair or floor exercises, followed by a dive into figure drawing with clothed […]
16 events,
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
True beginners will see the progress they can make with even one class with Diana. Students will learn which brush to use, the proper water to paint ratio, how to set up a palette, how to mix colors, and whether to use wet on wet or wet on dry techniques. Students will experiment with several […]
Return to Learn
This class is for both beginners and those with experience that want to improve their skills. Beginners will receive step by step instruction on the pottery wheel so that you can create a simple and unique piece of pottery. For those with previous experience, this is an opportunity to practice and refine simple forms and […]
Open Studio
Open Studio
Intended to foster creative collaboration and encourage artistic experimentation. No instruction, just use of the classroom as communal studio space. All mediums welcome. Clay studio will be open as well. Length – Ongoing Thursdays (5:30-8:30pm) Free for DCA Members, fee for non-members.
16 events,
Fiber Fridays
Fiber Fridays
Bring whatever project you are working on, from knitting to rug hooking to needlepoint. Enjoy the time with like-minded others. All are welcome! This group is facilitated by advanced needle artist Windy Karpavage. Ongoing Fridays. Free. No registration needed.
15 events,
15 events,
15 events,
18 events,
Basic Observational Drawing with Robert Gladney
Learn how to observe and draw objects from life, in a realistic style. In this workshop your instructor will provide exercises which will offer you a step-by-step approach to learn observational drawing. Working in pencil and charcoal, you will learn skills to help you create a successful basic drawing. Participants will learn to make accurate […]
Introduction to Painting in Oil – Mixed Level with Open Studio
For those interested in an introduction to oil painting, participants will focus on technique, experimentation and play, and then dive into the indirect painting approach, which includes building the composition and under painting. incorporating glazing and shifts in temperature to bring a work to life will also be included. For intermediate and advanced painters, the […]
Open Mic 2025!
Open Mic 2025!
Join us Tuesday evenings 6 - 9pm, as talented musicians take to the stage to share their talents. Bring your instrument and join the line up, or just come to listen and enjoy! Admission is free, cash bar and snacks. Tuesdays, January 7 - April 29.
19 events,
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
This class explores watercolor techniques including wet on wet and use of drawing gum. Students will practice learning different triad palette combinations and pulling and glazing watercolors using personal photographs and still life as inspiration. Use of gouache and egg tempera is acceptable. Painting experience is a must. Students work at their own pace with […]
Stretch and Sketch!
Stretch and Sketch!
Looking for a fun, relaxing way to combine movement and creativity? Stretch and Sketch is the perfect balance. The first portion of the class will focus on gentle yoga to stretch and energize the body. Participants have the option of doing either chair or floor exercises, followed by a dive into figure drawing with clothed […]
21 events,
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
True beginners will see the progress they can make with even one class with Diana. Students will learn which brush to use, the proper water to paint ratio, how to set up a palette, how to mix colors, and whether to use wet on wet or wet on dry techniques. Students will experiment with several […]
Return to Learn
This class is for both beginners and those with experience that want to improve their skills. Beginners will receive step by step instruction on the pottery wheel so that you can create a simple and unique piece of pottery. For those with previous experience, this is an opportunity to practice and refine simple forms and […]
Open Studio
Open Studio
Intended to foster creative collaboration and encourage artistic experimentation. No instruction, just use of the classroom as communal studio space. All mediums welcome. Clay studio will be open as well. Length – Ongoing Thursdays (5:30-8:30pm) Free for DCA Members, fee for non-members.
20 events,
Beginning Soft Pastels with Cynthia G. Miles
Edward Degas, Mary Cassatt, Eugène Delacroix, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, James Whistler, Georgia O’Keeffe and Pablo Picasso all embraced pastels. Learn through understanding basic tools, materials to use as surfaces, subject matter and storage from an instructor with 40 years’ experience with medium. Demonstrations will be provided. Participants will paint from their own photos brought to […]
Fiber Fridays
Fiber Fridays
Bring whatever project you are working on, from knitting to rug hooking to needlepoint. Enjoy the time with like-minded others. All are welcome! This group is facilitated by advanced needle artist Windy Karpavage. Ongoing Fridays. Free. No registration needed.