Category: Workshop
MCA to host spring educational workshops
Registration is open for the following spring workshops via MCA. Wildcrafted Basketry with Rebecca May Verrill In this hands-on workshop, we will explore an introduction to traditional basket weaving techniques with round, regionally wild harvested, flexible fibers. Great variations will occur! No prior basketweaving experience is required, though strong hands and enthusiasm are recommended. When: […]
Bjorn Runquist workshop at Salt Pond Studio begins April 5
Join midcoast artist Bjorn Runquist at Salt Pond Studio in Friendship for a four-session workshop. The class will work from still life studies and landscape photos and will meet outside, weather permitting. There will be assignments to complete during the week, and the following class will start with critiques of the preceding week’s work. Participants […]
Virtual ArtLab for All Ages
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art invites you to explore the expressive power of creating art using straight lines during our ArtLab for All Ages. Our virtual ArtLab will stream live on Facebook from 2 to 4 p.m Feb. 5 and will be led by CMCA’s community educator and Arts@Work mentor Alexis Iammarino. Taking inspiration […]
MCA’s Weekend Workshop announced for May
At long last, MCA’s beloved Weekend Workshop is back with three and a half days of your choice of seven workshops, held at Haystack Mountain School of Crafts in Deer Isle. The Workshop will be held May 12 to 15. Online registration is open. Students select first and second choices for workshops and accommodations, with […]
Contemporary Art in Context: MAEA Workshop
In support of the Maine Arts Education Association (MAEA), the Center for Maine Contemporary Art is offering a full-day hands-on professional workshop for Maine educators exploring the 2021 fall exhibits. The cost is $50 for CMCA or MAEA members, who are invited to register by Dec. 10. The workshop will be held from 9:30 a.m. […]
CMCA Holiday Pop-Up offers food, art, sales
CMCA will open its doors for a day of holiday festivities from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 11. The event will feature free admission, special one-day-only discounts in the gift shop, a free art making workshop, treats and more. CMCA’s Holiday Pop-Up is a celebration of art and community during the winter season. Guests […]
CMCA Adult Workshop Series: Introduction to Mold Making and Casting
Adults of all skill levels are invited to participate in a three-part, in-person workshop series on mold making and casting in December. Community artist Alexis Iammarino will lead the Sunday morning workshops for adults who want to develop skills to create 3D sculptural forms. The workshop series draws inspiration from CMCA’s main gallery exhibit, “Spatial […]
CMCA’s ArtLab for All Ages to be held Sept. 4
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art invites youth and adults of all ages to take part in an ArtLab for All Ages workshop from 2 to 4 p.m. Sept. 4 in-person at CMCA. In celebration of the Beautiful Blackbird Children’s Book Festival event presented by Indigo Arts Alliance, join CMCA and Rockland Public Library for […]
CMCA’s ArtLab for All Ages to be held in-person on July 2
The Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA) invites youth and adults of all ages to take part in an ArtLab for All Ages workshop on July 2. Join Lead Educator Mia Bogyo to explore your dreams through imaginary landscapes. Drawing from Will o’ the Wisp, the whimsical, psychedelic installation organized by artists Joy Feasley and […]
Porcelain Sgraffito for Everyone virtual workshop
Would you like to make a beautiful porcelain tile, using the ancient technique of sgraffito? Now you can! In the fun, supportive and interesting class Porcelain Sgraffito for Everyone, Sgraffito artist Tim Christensen will guide you through expressing yourself through etching on clay. All tools and materials are included in your materials kit, and work […]
