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Water-based Printmaking

In person

Flo Hatcher

Explore print processes using safe water-soluble inks and novel plate supports. Develop personal imagery utilizing woodcut, linocut, monotype, monoprint, collagraph, Chine-collé, drypoint, and multiple inking and printing techniques. Experiment with innovative plate supports, archival rag and Japanese papers, non-traditional inking procedures, and other approaches to image making. All inks, rollers, plate supports, newsprint, print tools, presses, soap, and water are supplied. Some print papers are supplied and students are welcome to bring their own. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW. Guest Artist Day Date: Saturday, April 12, 9:30AM to 2:30PM Topic: Color Woodcut with Monotype Guest artist: Jim Lee. In this special session, students will utilize pre-carved woodblocks in a unique color monotype printing process. Open to enrolled students in the

Term: Spring 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 5/10–6/21

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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: Spring 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 5/14–6/25

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FREE DROP-IN WORKSHOP: Bridge Cards

Sheilah Rostow

Discover the art of creating a unique Z-shaped pop-up card in this free drop-in workshop! Learn how to craft a collapsible design that pops up when opened, featuring a bridge fastening at the bottom or middle for added stability. No experience necessary—just bring your creativity and join us for a fun, hands-on, family-friendly activity! No registration necessary. Participants are welcome to drop by anytime between 10 AM and 12 PM.

Term: Spring 2025

Suggested Ages: 7+

Dates: 5/17

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Polyester Plate Lithography

In person

Kate Henderson

Discover polyester lithography plates (pronto-plates), a direct and accessible way to create lithographic prints without harsh chemicals or complex equipment. Learn to prepare and design plates using simple drawing tools, transfer artwork, and produce high-quality prints. Both traditional drawing techniques and photo-based methods are explored, offering a versatile approach to image-making with pronto plates. This workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced printmakers alike. Each student will be provided with 2 plates. The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 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 regarding registration, accessibility, communication, photography and cancellation.

Term: Spring 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 5/18

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Figure Drawing

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. Students must register at least 48 hours in advance. 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: Spring 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 5/20 and 6/3

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FREE – Personal Narrative Writing Workshop with Long Wharf Theatre

Terrence Riggins and Jenny Nelson

Join us on Tuesday, May 27th for a special free personal narrative writing workshop at CAW, held in collaboration with Long Wharf Theatre and Collective Consciousness Theatre. Inspired by the upcoming world premiere of the one person show, Unbecoming Tragedy: A Ritual Journey Toward Destiny, this two-hour workshop will be led by the show's playwright and performer, Terrence Riggins, alongside Jenny Nelson, Associate Artistic Director of Collective Consciousness Theatre.  Together, we’ll explore the transformative power of storytelling through guided writing prompts, personal reflection, and group discussion. Participants will be encouraged to reclaim their own narratives, explore themes of identity and resilience, and use writing as a tool for self-discovery and empowerment. This event is offered in part through Long Wharf Theatre's "Theatre for Everyone" workshop series. Free and open to ages 18 and up – but space is limited. To register, call CAW at 203-562-4927 to reserve

Term: Spring 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 5/27

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FREE DROP-IN WORKSHOP: Mixed Media Meditation

Beth Lovell

Create abstract patterned postcards using watercolor, colored pencils, and markers in this fun, hands-on, family friendly workshop! No prior experience is necessary—enjoy practicing these techniques and make tiny works of art you can display or share. No registration necessary. Participants are welcome to drop by anytime between 10 AM and 12 PM. All ages welcome.

Term: Spring 2025

Dates: 6/7

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Perspective: From Concept to Practice

In person

Eric March

Learn the basics of one- and two-point perspective and how to put them to use in observational drawing. This workshop will combine both in-studio concepts of perspective with indoor and outdoor drawing situations where perspective drawing can be used. This class is designed to give the students access to this very practical tool for creating the illusion of space in a drawing-as well as increasing speed and accuracy when drawing from observation. The tuition for this class includes a 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: Spring 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 6/7–6/14

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Botanical Monotypes: Printing with Nature

In person

Maura Galante

Focus on the botanical world as your print surface and subject! Explore color, layering, and creating stencils, and use oil-based inks and an etching press to transfer the designs. Everyone will leave the class with a number of monotype prints which are a one of a kind image.  Important note regarding materials preparation prior to class: participants should select leaves, ferns, flowers, grasses, and barks that have interesting shapes and textures. Place your findings between the pages of a newsprint pad to press to flatten them a bit and pull out excess moisture about 24 hours before the class. The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 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 regarding registration, accessibility, communication, photography and cancellation.

Term: Spring 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 6/8

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Pottery Sampler

In person

Michael Bradford

Try our one-day introduction to wheel-thrown pottery. You'll get some hands-on time with the potter's wheel and learn some basics about clay thorough both group and individual instruction. All materials and tools provided. Wear old clothes. An apron or old towel is recommended. 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: Spring 2025

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 6/15

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