The perfect course for curious creators who love to try new things! Through guided projects and creative discovery, learn how different media work together as you develop confidence, problem solving ...
Learn the basics of using wheel throwing to create functional ceramics such as mugs, cups, and bowls. Surface decoration, glazing, and finishing will be introduced as well. Tuition includes all ...
One of the keys to a successful naturalistic painting is a wide range of values. By creating a grisaille, or tonal painting, you can focus on value, which is key ...
Dive into the world of sketching, drawing, and doodling through themed projects, creative warm-ups, and exploration of different styles. Play with ink, markers, pencil shading, and mixed media add-ons to ...
Develop your personal artistic direction and create a series of works using drawing, painting, or mixed-media techniques in an open studio setting. Customized demonstrations and direction will meet class needs ...
Advance your skills and explore techniques in transparent watercolor painting. Emphasis will be on the elements of art and how to integrate them into the painting process. Continue to focus ...
Discover a variety of watercolor material applications to develop various outcomes to be used in personal work. In this Saturday workshop, collage and image transfer techniques will also be shared ...
Learn the key elements of character design to create fluid and expressive characters. Bring your characters to life by creating character turnaround and expression sheets and through various exercises that ...
Even if you had a good handle on using your previous DSLR, the technology and options available in your new mirrorless camera can be absolutely overwhelming. They have 1,000-page instruction ...
Are you seeking artistic community and physical space to make your art? Come to Third Space Open Studio to meet other artists and create your work in a supportive environment. ...
An independent K–12 Quaker school
Works in a variety of media A showcase of the talents of those who teach at The Delaplaine Arts Center, including painters, metalsmiths, photographers, sculptors, and more.
Works in a variety of media This annual juried exhibition highlights young adult artists at the outset of their creative endeavors. CALL FOR ENTRIES: Students, amateur artists, and professional artists ...
Paintings A collection of contemporary mixed media portraits of individuals from the worlds of entertainment, sports, politics, philanthropy, and service who have made a mark on modern American history. They ...
Dig into this fun collaborative activity where designing a face takes a whole new direction! Start by picking a nose shape and use that as the launch point of creating ...
Inspired by the beautiful works of the Gee's Bend quiltmakers, use an antique hand crank sewing machine to create an improvisational piece based on a traditional quilt block such as ...
Join us as we enhance our understanding and appreciation of art! Talks will be presented in person at the Delaplaine, and then will be available on our YouTube channel about ...
Kids and their adults are invited to drop-in and get creative together in our family open studio to create an artist-inspired project! THIS MONTH: Build a monochromatic assemblage sculpture in ...
View exhibitions and meet the artists! Get exhibition details on the Exhibitions page of our website. FREE
Build a tasteful side table using traditional joinery. Learn the fundamental elements of joinery and have creative control of the elements of the build. This class will teach you a ...
Be inspired by and collaborate with others as you explore visual journaling, which combines visual and text-based mark making to record and reflect on lived experiences. Use each week to ...
Explore image-making and writing processes using mixed-media art materials in a visual journal. In this Saturday workshop, focus on addressing personal themes and concepts while exploring a variety of techniques such as watercolor painting, collage, and image transfer, as well as reflective writing exercises. Tuition includes all supplies.
Step into the world of Cezanne! In this hands-on workshop, create a springtime vase of tulips using watercolors as you explore color, shape, and line to create a vibrant still ...
Discover the magic of throwing clay on the pottery wheel and learn as you are guided through the fundamentals of wheel throwing in this one-afternoon workshop. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, learn to center, pull, and shape clay into beautiful vessels. Join us for an afternoon of fun and ...
Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine's Francine Brady Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different activities each month. APR 15 ...
Photography This series is a call to slow down and appreciate the beauty of the everyday. The photographs’ arrangements and vivid colors all stem from the artist’s love of still ...
Paintings This exhibition celebrates small towns just outside of Frederick by capturing their churches, homes, businesses, and other buildings in paintings.
Watercolor An exploration of the ethereal moment of transitions, when our world shifts and the view is altered. When the beauty moves through known lines and shapes to something anew.
The Italic hand was popular in the Renaissance because the slightly sloping letters have a cursive arch form that allowed for speed and economy in writing briefs and less formal documents. We will learn the rhythm and cursive quality of this hand using a broad-edged dip pen. NOTE: Left-handed students should consult with the Delaplaine ...
Explore the deeply rich human tradition of storytelling through textile art in this beginner-friendly course. Bring a personal story to life in fabric as you learn large- and small-scale hand appliqué, basic hand embroidery, and hand piecing techniques while experimenting with various forms of mark-making and distressing, incorporation of text, and unconventional materials. Tuition includes ...
