Workshops & Classes

Summer Arts Adventures for ages 8–12 is an engaging, all-day creative program where each week offers new projects and creative explorations. Days are filled with hands-on activities that encourage imagination, experimentation, and skill-building in a supportive, welcoming environment. Participants paint, draw, build, stitch, sculpt, and explore art from around the world while working with a wide range of materials and techniques. With guidance from experienced teaching artists, kids build confidence, develop creative skills, and connect with peers through collaborative and individual projects. Days also include games, outdoor time, and special adventures, including field trips to nearby parks and museums. In our fully-equipped art studios, young artists can experiment with clay, comics and cartoons, painting, photography, printmaking, bookmaking, sewing, sculpture, and more. Fees: $495 per week. Weekly after care is available from 4:00 - 5:30pm for $90 / week. Please review

Term: Summer 2026

Suggested Ages: 8 - 12

Dates: 8/17–8/21

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Summer Arts Adventures (Ages 5-7)

CAW Teaching Artists

Summer Arts Adventures for ages 5–7 is a joyful, all-day creative program where every week is a brand-new adventure. Each day is packed with fun, hands-on activities that invite young artists to imagine, experiment, and create in a supportive, welcoming environment. Participants will paint, draw, build, stitch, sculpt, and explore art from around the world while getting their hands messy (in the best way!). With guidance from experienced teaching artists, kids build confidence, make new friends, and discover the joy of creative play. Days also include games, outdoor time, and special adventures, including field trips to nearby parks and museums. In our fully-equipped art studios, young artists can experiment with clay, comics and cartoons, painting, photography, printmaking, bookmaking, sewing, sculpture, and more. Fees: $495 per week. Weekly after care is available from 4:00 - 5:30pm for $90 / week. Please review our FAMILY HANDBOOK for more information about registration,

Term: Summer 2026

Suggested Ages: 5 - 7

Dates: 8/17–8/21

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Basic Viscosity Printing Workshop

In person

Margot Rocklen

This printmaking technique is for artists who want to create uniquely patterned and vivid color separations, as well as subtle color variations where desired. Participants will learn how to manipulate the viscosity of their printing inks to produce these effects. The process can be purely experimental, or it can be combined with traditional and contemporary monotype methods. Students will design and cut their own stencils to incorporate into their prints. Includes one 3-hour practice session during monitored practice hours. The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $10 for basic materials provided by CAW. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Summer 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 8/17

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Working from a Live Model

In person

Lamar Smith

Join us to draw or paint from a nude model. The 3-hour session includes mixed-length poses. These are monitored "open drawing" sessions; there is no instruction. Register for a single session or reserve your place for the entire series at least 48 hours in advance. Minimum enrollment is 4 students Drop-ins welcome as long as minimum enrollment is met prior. Please call the office to confirm. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Summer 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 8/18

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Printmaking Open Studio

In person

Printmaking Monitors

Experienced participants who have been approved by an instructor are welcome to join these weekly self-directed sessions. Please note that no formal instruction is provided. Price below is for one session during the time period of 7/23/26 - 8/20/26. You can register for multiple sessions by calling the front desk at 203-562-4927. Please call 203-562-4927 if you are not a current student to receive instructions for approval. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Summer 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 8/20, 8/18 and 8/25

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Floor Loom Weaving

In person

Luiz Cordeiro

Learn the basics of preparing and operating a loom. Participants will weave a sampler piece combining a wide range of useful weaves. Beginning students will complete one or two simple projects of their choice by the end of this term. Intermediate and advanced students will weave projects with more complex structures using multi-harness looms. Beginning students have a materials fee of $18 payable to the instructor. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 9/2–10/14 and 11/4–12/16

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Introduction to Black and White Analog Film Photography

In person

Mark Lamoureux

Explore the art of black and white film photography. Learn how to operate a 35mm camera, develop film, and print black and white images in the darkroom. We will also learn to analyze our images with a focus on light, composition, and creating meaning. Class time will include demonstrations, critiques, and guided lab work. More advanced students are welcome to join and continue working on independent projects. The class also includes an optional Friday evening open darkroom practice session where students can work on and refine the techniques discussed in class. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $40 for basic materials provided by CAW. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 9/8–11/10

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Photography Individual Coaching

Denton Hoyer

Whether you're purchasing your first camera, exploring a new photographic technique, or refining an established practice, personalized one-on-one coaching provides instruction tailored to your goals and experience. Students may work with any photographic tool, including smartphones, digital cameras, or medium and large format film cameras. Sessions can focus on camera selection and operation, lighting, film developing, film scanning and digitization, or digital editing in Lightroom. Individual coaching is also available for a wide range of photographic interests, including portraits, wildlife, sports, travel, children, events, weddings, and personal creative projects. Each session is 1½ hours and scheduled with the instructor to fit your availability. Reserve a single session or continue with multiple sessions as your skills and projects evolve. Tuition is $90 for each 1½ hour session. To schedule a session, please contact Astrid Bernard, registrar, at

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 15+

Dates: 9/8–12/14

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Still Life Drawing for All Levels

In person

Sheldon Krevit

Explore essential drawing skills in an approachable, supportive setting. With guided practice and traditional techniques, students will learn how to observe more closely and turn those observations into expressive, confident sketches. Please see below for supplies students will need to bring to class. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 17+

Dates: 9/8–10/20 and 10/27–12/15

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Centering with Clay: Focusing on Foundations

In person

Megan Smith

Are you looking to improve your throwing skills? Seeking to center your clay and yourself? Do you need a hand with hand building? This class offers an opportunity to work towards your goals in clay and further your individual projects with differentiated instruction. Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed toe shoes. Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Firing fees are $3.50/pound. Payable by credit card, cash, or check. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details.

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 4 sessions, 9/8–12/18

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