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Bring Your Characters to Life!

In person

Lamar Smith

Bring original characters to life from first concept to finished design. Learn the principles of character design while creating characters for animation, games, comics, or illustration projects. Each week focuses on a different part of the process, combining design fundamentals with drawing techniques. Work digitally or on paper and develop multiple fully realized characters with turnarounds, expression sheets, and color variations.   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: 16+

Dates: 11/7–12/19

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The Amazing World of Animation

In person

Lamar Smith

Have you ever wanted to create animations like The Amazing World of Gumball(2011), Steven Universe (2013), or The Owl House (2020)? This is your chance to bring your ideas to life. In this hands-on class, students will learn the essential skills behind digital animation. Start with guided exercises that introduce the animation program and core concepts, then spend the second half developing your own original animated short. Whether you’re building on skills from previous experiences or exploring animation for the first time, you’ll be supported every step of the way as your ideas move from concept to screen. By the end of the session, you’ll have a solid foundation to keep animating with confidence. This class is welcoming to beginners while still engaging for those with some prior experience. iPads will be provided, or you’re welcome to bring your own. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 11/7–12/19

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Fun Art Zone

In person

Nellie Shevelkina

Creativity meets skill-building for young artists! Explore a variety of artistic techniques, materials, and creative projects in this fun, hands-on class. Experiment with sketching using pencils, pens, and charcoal, and learn to draw from both observation and imagination. Discover different painting and drawing styles, explore color theory and how colors work together, and get inspired by the artwork of  famous artists. We will cover still life, landscape, portraits, collage and mixed media. Tuition for this class includes a 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: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 7 - 11

Dates: 11/7–12/12

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Art Stuff n’ Fun

In person

Maria Borrelli

Students will explore a variety of art subjects and materials as we venture into doodles, fabrics, sculpture, paper, painting, and printmaking. This class will encourage individual interpretation as well as working together as a group. The focus will be on the development of fine motor skills, observation, and self-expression. This class is a great introduction for young artists to Creative Arts Workshop and to the joy and magic of art classes! Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for 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: 4 - 6

Dates: 11/7–12/19

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Power of Value: Monochromatic Abstraction

In person

Shilo Ratner

Explore one of the most essential and often overlooked foundations of painting: value. Focusing exclusively on black, white, and gray, students will create an abstract painting while exploring the powerful role value plays in composition, movement, depth, atmosphere, and emotion. By setting color aside, students will develop a more sensitive eye for light, shadow, and tonal relationships while strengthening their understanding of composition and visual structure. Along the way, explore expressive brushwork, mark-making, layering techniques, paint consistency, and the use of mediums such as gloss glazing and airbrush medium to create rich, dynamic surfaces. Exercises throughout the day build toward one finished abstract painting. Ideal for painters interested in abstraction, strengthening their foundations, or gaining a deeper appreciation for the expressive power of value. Please see list below for materials students should bring to the workshop. School Policies Students who

Term: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/7

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Learn to Knit a Scarf

Roland Coffey

Learn to knit a scarf using circular needles. We'll cover casting on, the knit and purl stitches, binding off, and blocking. This is the perfect class for beginners or those looking for a refresher.   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: 11/9–12/14

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Sew for Your Table

In person

Christine Jewell

Celebrate the season by creating a beautiful patchwork table runner to brighten your table. Learn how to piece together squares, triangles, and rectangle shapes to build patchwork designs and to create your own textile art. Learn from modern and historical quilt patterns to patch together shapes to create a table runner with a fall or holiday theme. Tuition includes a $10 materials fee (including but not limited to thread, bobbins, fusible lining, stuffing) Please see list below for materials students will need to bring to class. Previous machine sewing experience is required. 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: 11/14–11/21 and 12/5–12/12

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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: Fall 2026

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/15

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Watercolor Meditation

In person

Beth Lovell

Dive into a lively exploration of watercolor, where color, movement, and spontaneity take center stage. Discover inventive ways to build striking abstract patterns and rich textures through guided experimentation and a playful, process-driven approach. Whether you’re just beginning or already deep into your artistic journey, this upbeat session offers fresh techniques and creative sparks to energize your practice. 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: 11/15–12/6

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Soft Pastel Landscapes

In person

Hannah Petrikovsky

Explore the vivid color and expressive potential of soft pastel while creating a rich landscape drawing. Students will learn basic pastel techniques such as layering color, blending, a variety of mark-making, and the tools for capturing light and atmosphere. This workshop is designed for all levels, no prior experience necessary! See list below for supplies students should bring. 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: 11/15

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