Gemstone Bracelet Class

October 22nd,
6pm-8pm

$40 Adult

Join us for an evening of fun as you craft an intricate and stunning bracelet under the direction of an accomplished jewelry maker. In addition to completing a bracelet during the class, each student will also be taught a laddering technique that can be used endlessly on other projects. The instructor will provide several options of gemstones and buttons so that each piece is unique. This class is for all skill levels.

18+

Ann White is an accomplished jewelry maker who has been featured in numerous sales and shows here at the Arts Council. She recently led a workshop for teachers in the county and was wildly successful in helping all of her students complete a stunning bracelet. Ann is now ready to bring her talents and expertise to a wider audience.

Paint & Sip
"Happy Camper" Class
at Big Red's Cafe, KM

October 22nd,
6pm-8pm

$35 Adult

Join us for an evening painting session where you can create your own nostalgic masterpiece in just a couple hours! Worried you don't have any experience painting? We will teach you stroke-by- stroke how to get the painting you desire. Whether you are looking for a fun night out with your friends or just trying to find your creative side, we can make it happen. All materials provided.

Adult

Cindy Robbs has just completed her 14th year of teaching art for Cleveland County Schools. She has taught at KMHS for the last three years and before that she taught at the elementary and middle school levels. She loves to teach all ages of students. Cindy has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from the University of NC at Charlotte and a MAEd in Art Education from East Carolina University.

Paint & Sip
"Koi Pond"

November 5th,
6pm-8pm

$35 Adult

Relax and enjoy the swimming fish! Join us for an evening painting session where you can create your own masterpiece in just a couple hours! Worried you don't have any experience painting? We will teach you stroke-by- stroke how to get the painting you desire. Whether you are looking for a fun night out with your friends or just trying to find your creative side, we can make it happen.

Adult

Megan Hoyle Allen grew up in Shelby, NC before attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Studio Art with a concentration in Drawing and Painting. She now is entering her third year of teaching Elementary Art and is serving Jefferson Elementary and James Love Elementary in Shelby. Besides art, her favorite hobbies are sports (volleyball and softball especially) and going to the lake or pool with friends and family.

Put a Ring on It:
Basic Ring Making

November 6th
5:30-8:30pm

$45

Fun to make and wear, stacking rings are also a nice gift for any occasion. In this beginner’s workshop, we will cover the process of fabricating rings from wire. You will learn a few methods for sizing a ring blank, creating a solid connection for soldering, the basics of solder and soldering a ring connection,

working with different types of wire, and how to create a consistent texture on the surface of plain wire rings. This workshop will not only prepare you for making rings at home, but will lay the groundwork for more advanced topics in soldering and ring making. We will be working with a combination of silver and copper and

each student will take home a set of finished rings. Extra materials may be available for purchase, depending on availability. For your safety, please wear long hair back, close-toed shoes, and clothing made from natural fibers which cover the extremities. Jeans and t-shirts are perfect. An apron to protect clothing may also be appropriate.

Adults: 18+

Tina Hinojosa earned a BFA in art with a concentration in metalsmithing and jewelry from Winthrop University. Tina lives and works in Shelby, NC where she manages a multidisciplinary studio practice with her partner Brian Little and studio cat JJ.

Beaded Dangle
Earring Class

November 16th,
10am-Noon

$40 Adult

Join me for a Saturday jewelry class where each student will leave with a totally unique pair of beaded earrings and skills that you can use to make more jewelry of your own! No experience needed. *Pictures are for style reference, the beads provided in class will allow each participant to choose their own colors for a one of a kind pair of earrings.

Adult

About the teacher - Violet is a Shelby High School and Appalachain State University Graduate who

has been the Marketing Coordinator at the Cleveland County Arts Council for 14 years. "My love for jewelry making began in College when I took silversmith classes, I've been making, teaching and selling jewelry ever since."

Quilted "No-Sew"
Ornaments

November 18th
5:30-8:30pm

$45

With a few simple materials, you can create a unique ornament which fits in with your choice of holiday hues or can be personalized to give as a gift. Please join us as we celebrate the holiday season with an evening of crafts and creativity. All materials are provided. Light refreshments will be served.

Adults: 18+

Tina Hinojosa earned a BFA in art with a concentration in metalsmithing and jewelry from Winthrop University. Tina lives and works in Shelby, NC where she manages a multidisciplinary studio practice with her partner Brian Little and studio cat JJ.

Put a Ring on It:
Ring Making & Tube Settings

November 23rd
11am - 5pm

$75

In this workshop, we will cover the process of fabricating rings from wire and setting a gemstone into metal tubing. You will learn a few methods for sizing a ring blank, creating a solid connection for soldering, the basics of solder and soldering a ring connection, cutting/making seats for both faceted and flat back stones, and setting both types of gemstones. We will also cover some introductory information on particular types of gemstones. The methods in this workshop can be employed at home and will prepare you for advanced topics in soldering and jewelry making. No experience is necessary, but participants will benefit from having taken the beginner’s ring workshop. We will be working with brass and sterling silver and each student will take home at least two finished rings. 3mm colorless cubic zirconia stones will be provided. A limited variety of cubic zirconia, lab created, and simulated colored stones in typical birthstone colors will be available for purchase ($1-$3, cash only). For your safety, please wear long hair back, close-toed shoes, and clothing made from natural fibers which cover the extremities. Jeans and t-shirts are perfect. An apron to protect clothing may also be appropriate.

Adults: 18+

Tina Hinojosa earned a BFA in art with a concentration in metalsmithing and jewelry from Winthrop University. Tina lives and works in Shelby, NC where she manages a multidisciplinary studio practice with her partner Brian Little and studio cat JJ.

Paint & Sip
"Christmas Martini"

December 3rd,
6pm-8pm

$35 Adult

Let's toast to a wonderful Christmas season! Join us for an evening painting session where you can create your own masterpiece in just a couple hours! Worried you don't have any experience painting? We will teach you stroke-by- stroke how to get the painting you desire. Whether you are looking for a fun night out with your friends or just trying to find your creative side, we can make it happen.

Adult

Megan Hoyle Allen grew up in Shelby, NC before attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Studio Art with a concentration in Drawing and Painting. She now is entering her third year of teaching Elementary Art and is serving Jefferson Elementary and James Love Elementary in Shelby. Besides art, her favorite hobbies are sports (volleyball and softball especially) and going to the lake or pool with friends and family.

Put a Ring on It:
Ring Making & Tube Settings

December 14th
11am - 5pm

$75

In this workshop, we will cover the process of fabricating rings from wire and setting a gemstone into metal tubing. You will learn a few methods for sizing a ring blank, creating a solid connection for soldering, the basics of solder and soldering a ring connection, cutting/making seats for both faceted and flat back stones, and setting both types of gemstones. We will also cover some introductory information on particular types of gemstones. The methods in this workshop can be employed at home and will prepare you for advanced topics in soldering and jewelry making. No experience is necessary, but participants will benefit from having taken the beginner’s ring workshop. We will be working with brass and sterling silver and each student will take home at least two finished rings. 3mm colorless cubic zirconia stones will be provided. A limited variety of cubic zirconia, lab created, and simulated colored stones in typical birthstone colors will be available for purchase ($1-$3, cash only). For your safety, please wear long hair back, close-toed shoes, and clothing made from natural fibers which cover the extremities. Jeans and t-shirts are perfect. An apron to protect clothing may also be appropriate.

Adults: 18+

Tina Hinojosa earned a BFA in art with a concentration in metalsmithing and jewelry from Winthrop University. Tina lives and works in Shelby, NC where she manages a multidisciplinary studio practice with her partner Brian Little and studio cat JJ.

Quilted "No-Sew"
Ornaments

December 17th
5:30-8:30pm

$45

With a few simple materials, you can create a unique ornament which fits in with your choice of holiday hues or can be personalized to give as a gift. Please join us as we celebrate the holiday season with an evening of crafts and creativity. All materials are provided. Light refreshments will be served.

Adults: 18+

Tina Hinojosa earned a BFA in art with a concentration in metalsmithing and jewelry from Winthrop University. Tina lives and works in Shelby, NC where she manages a multidisciplinary studio practice with her partner Brian Little and studio cat JJ.

Group Drawing and Painting Sessions

Please call the Arts Council to Set Up Times
704-484-2787

Group: $25 per session per person or $70 for three sessions

Having difficulty fine tuning your 2D artwork? Want to create clear colors instead of muddy colors in your watercolor or acrylic paintings? Stumped by not knowing how to clean up a glaring watercolor mistake? Do you want to bump up your drawing skills with better shading, directional lighting, perspective and figure drawing?

Steven Greenway will help you improve your skills in small group sessions. These special instructive classes are held at the Cleveland County Arts Council by appointment only.

Sessions are 1 ½ hours long with individual instruction.
These sessions are intended for serious minded artists interested in
kick-starting their art career.

Adult

Steven Greenway has his MFA from the Otis Art Institute. His experience includes book illustrations, graphic design, teaching, and private art instruction.  He was employed as  the art director for Clyde A Short and McDowell Technical Community College.