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From January 2026 to May 2027, engage with a hands-on, interactive work of art facilitated by artist Jamie Gerhold. A mural of an underwater coral reef scene will serve as the foundation for a vibrant and collaborative work of art. Visitors are invited to design a fish that will be incorporated into the larger work, ... 
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. JUN 15 TO AUG 15: Look at the work of Shirin Neshat, our summer Artist of Inspiration, and explore layering text on photos In addition, a video ... 
Photography These works offer nighttime views in settings around the world, from Vietnam to Bangladesh. The world is different after dark: different light, different skies and cityscapes, different people. This is especially true for photographers, for whom the technical challenges of shooting at night are rewarded by the opportunity to explore a different world. 
Work in a variety of media For our nation’s semiquincentennial, we invited artists to create work reflecting on their personal experiences as Americans as well as how they engage with the histories of their communities and families, and their hopes for the future. CALL FOR ENTRIES: Artwork submitted to this exhibition will be reviewed by ... 
Fostering person-centered, integrated employment opportunities and community involvement for individuals with developmental disabilities in Frederick County 
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. 
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 life. 
Paintings This exhibition celebrates small towns just outside of Frederick by capturing their churches, homes, businesses, and other buildings in paintings. 
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. JUL 15 TO SEP 15: Explore surrealism and create a drawing inspired by Joan Miró In addition, a video for one of the activities will premiere on ... 
Works in a variety of media A signature of the Delaplaine’s Creative Aging Month, this annual exhibition celebrates local artists over age 70 and showcases a wide range of styles, techniques, and interests. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Artists of all skill levels, age 70 or older, are invited to submit one work of art in any ... |
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Would you like to confidently and expressively render the figure? Join this course to learn and develop the eye and skill sets in a positive environment working from a live (nude) model. Previous basic drawing experience is recommended. Please bring the following materials to class: Drawing supplies Paper
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Free – $205.00
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Oil paintings This exhibition showcases landscape paintings from a variety of perspectives, locations, and themes both natural and man-made. 
Paintings This exhibition by is an exploration of peace within chaos. Humans make sense of the world through finding patterns in their surroundings. This search for repetition and self-similarity not only orders the complexity of the world but also ushers in a profound sense of peace. It is this moment of serene introspection that the ... 
A dynamic group of representatives aged 12 to 24, dedicated to amplifying the voices of young people across Frederick 
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 two weeks later. THIS MONTH: Exhibiting artists Sarah Cairns and Ken Bachman will share their history as artists and the work in their exhibitions. FREE
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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: Experiment with printmaking on Styrofoam printing plates Please limit your time to about an hour, especially if other families are waiting for a table. At least one adult must be present ... 
View exhibitions and meet the artists! Get exhibition details on the Exhibitions page of our website. FREE |
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Discover the art of macramé including materials, basic knots, design, and color in this one-day workshop. A variety of colorful cords will be available to experiment with for making knotted samples. If time permits, begin a small wall hanging using the variety of knots learned. All skill levels welcome. Tuition includes all supplies.
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$85.00 – $110.00
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Take a self-guided jaunt downtown and visit local galleries! This month, meet our Sunday Artwalk artist, Deborah Borth, who will be selling her stained glass creations such as wall and window hangings, and other decorative accessories made of stained glass. This pop-up event totally supports the artist! The Downtown Frederick Artwalk is a program of ... |
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Create a trio of functional items for your kitchen as you learn handbuilding techniques in this three-week course for all skill levels. Create a hand-built butter dish, paper towel holder, and a sponge holder or spoon rest. Tuition includes all supplies, as well as kiln loading and firing. Delaplaine staff will contact you to pick ...
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$115.00 – $140.00
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Ready to move beyond basic pajamas and tote bags? Join us to create a timeless, universally flattering wardrobe staple: the wrap dress! This weekend advanced beginner class focuses on leveling up your garment construction skills while making a dress you will actually want to wear. Tuition includes all supplies, aside from fabric. Please bring the ...
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$110.00 – $135.00
Wondering how to take good pictures with your iPhone camera or need a refresher? This weekend workshop will help you take better photos with confidence. Learn how the iPhone camera really works—what the icons mean, how to focus and expose correctly, and how to use core features to get clear, well-composed shots every time. Discover ...
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Consider learning the art of printmaking! This technique is perfect for quickly creating a plethora of original artwork. In this one-day workshop, transfer your original drawings onto sheets of linoleum. Then carve out the design, roll on ink, and print them onto paper or fabric to create something original and unique. Consider bringing plain aprons, ...
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Sharpen your skills in this hands-on one-afternoon workshop. Learn the basics of woodworking while creating a beautiful, food-safe cutting board you can actually use at home. Practice measuring, cutting, sanding, and finishing techniques, with guidance every step of the way. Perfect for beginners. Tuition includes all supplies except work gloves, N95 mask, and ear protection/ear ...
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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 ...
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Dr. ChaCha Hudson will share her journey as a fashion educator, researcher, and community builder, exploring how her work has evolved from studying fashion to creating spaces where people can reconnect with their creativity and sense of self. Blending personal experience, research, and community practice, this talk will examine how traditional art and fashion spaces ... |
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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. AUG 15 TO OCT 15: Take a deeper look at black and white photography, inspired by Shirin Neshat In addition, a video for one of the activities ...
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Spend an afternoon creating decorative bangles that you can show off as soon as you leave this beginner-friendly workshop! Tuition includes all supplies.
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$65.00 – $90.00
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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 ...
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Celebrate World Photography Day by creating an original work of art using the sun! Cyanotype is a historic photographic process that uses a light-sensitive paper to capture images without a camera (or a darkroom!). It is a fun technique for all ages. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. While supplies last. Drop in any ... |
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Learn to make a pendant or fob by cutting, shaping, texturing, and riveting metal pieces in this afternoon workshop for beginners. Tuition includes all supplies.
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$80.00 – $105.00
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Mixed media A collection of recent work by Montreal artist James Gardner, this exhibition continues his task of reinterpreting religious imagery through the lens of Western esotericism. Looking to the iconography of martyrdoms and the depictions of saints, Gardner’s recent work traces the historical iterations and mutations of these images while attempting to link their ... 
Works in a variety of media In this unique exhibition, artists were invited to submit proposals focusing on the topic of mental health and mental health risk by utilizing premade cribs from local artist Jim Roberts. The result is 15 artists' unique perspectives expounded upon by the same object. 
Linoleum prints Cutting these images of the historic farmland of Antietam National Battlefield is the artist’s way of cultivating a fertile line of remembrance to forge a memory of place. Places hold the history of what came before only as long as we care to acknowledge the power of place within our national discourse. Acknowledging ... 
Ceramic sculptures The work in this exhibition is a reflection on the natural world as an ever-changing playground for the mind to wander and escape from the inevitability of chaos that living in human society seemingly brings. 
Watercolor paintings These paintings focus on the Provence region of France and highlight key elements of the natural landscape through evocative imagery. 
Building resilience in youth growing up in households where parents or caregiving adults misuse alcohol or other drugs
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Sew up the perfect toy for your furry friends! This fun project will use vintage hand crank sewing machines to create simple catnip filled toys that kitties cannot resist. Then if you like, sew extras to be donated. Complete the registration request form on the main Helen Smith page, if available. Submitting a request does ...
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Create a colorful and bright work of flowers inspired by the Pop Art movement! Complete the registration request form on the main Helen Smith page, if available. Submitting a request does not guarantee registration. If your child is added to the workshop, you should receive an email notification mid-week before the workshop. If you do ...
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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 two weeks later. THIS MONTH: Contemporary Innovations artist James Gardner will discuss his history as an artist and teacher and the work in his exhibition, ... |
