Open Studios - Meet the Artists
Saturday, July 27

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Join us at McColl Center for an Open Studio Saturday! Meet our talented Summer Artists-in-Residence and Studio Artists in their creative spaces.

CREATIVITY CAMP: Sculpture
Monday, July 29 - Friday, August 2, 2024

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Students will work independently and collaboratively to craft unique sculptures from wood, wire, and metal.

CREATIVITY CAMP: Fashion Design WEEK 2
Monday, July 29 - Friday, August 2, 2024

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Students will create wearable works of art while learning design techniques, fabric selection, and accessory crafting.

Beyond the Studio: Creating A Sustainable Artist Practice With...
Monday, July 29

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There are many ways to create a sustainable career, from galleries to e-commerce to collaborating with Interior Designers.

DRAW MCCOLL CENTER - A WEEKLY FIGURE DRAWING SESSION
Every Tuesday

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Join us for Draw McColl Center, a weekly drop-in figure drawing program.

Virtual Talk: Research in Practice: A Shared Experience of...
Thursday, August 1

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Join current Artists-in-Residence Júlia Pontés and Oswaldo Ruiz in discussion with moderator Jamila Brown of the Mint Museum for a virtual panel

CREATIVITY CAMP: Painting Fundamentals
Monday, August 5 - Friday, August 9, 2024

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Participants will experiment with different paints, from acrylics to watercolors and learn the art of layering, blending, and creating vibrant compositions.

American Honey - Opening Reception
Saturday, August 10

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McColl Center is pleased to present American Honey, an exhibition featuring a roster of ten Queer artists who are celebrating and challenging Americana through a spectrum of media including painting, tattooing, ceramic, textile, film, and everything in between.

American Honey
Saturday, August 10 - Sunday, September 15, 2024

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McColl Center is pleased to present American Honey, an exhibition featuring a roster of ten Queer artists who are celebrating and challenging Americana through a spectrum of media including painting, tattooing, ceramic, textile, film, and everything in between.

CREATIVITY CAMP: Printmaking
Monday, August 12 - Friday, August 16, 2024

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From ink to fabric, explore the myriad possibilities of print in this exciting exploration of printmaking methods.

Summer Camp Showcase
Saturday, August 17

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A showcase of Charlotte's youngest artists who participated in McColl Center Creativity Camps Summer 2024. Open to the public! Campers may pick up their work and enjoy the work of their peers. There will be frozen treats and music, bring the whole family.

Beyond the Studio: Spreadsheets for Artists with Cat Babbie
Thursday, August 29

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Leave your post-it notes and old sketchbooks behind and learn to embrace the dreaded spreadsheet, where you can keep your information at your fingertips — and organized to boot!

Family Day
Saturday, September 14

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Creative fun for the whole family!

Young Artist Studio Series: Ceramics
Saturday, September 21 - Saturday, October 26, 2024

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In this studio series, participants will dive into the exciting world of ceramic sculpture by learning the basics of hand-building, glazing, and firing to create fun and exciting sculptural pieces.

Young Artist Studio Series: Digital Illustration
Saturday, September 21 - Saturday, October 26, 2024

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Designed for students eager to explore the world of digital art, this camp focuses on mastering Procreate software on iPads.

Young Artist Studio Series: Fashion Design
Saturday, September 21 - Saturday, October 26, 2024

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Learn the basics of design sketching, fabric selection, and sewing techniques. Each week, students will work to bring their designs to life, guided by experienced instructors.