Painting Your Story in Still Life with Taylor Lee Nicholson
Saturday, November 2 - Sunday, November 3, 2024

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In this two-day workshop, you'll learn the basics of acrylic painting through an immersive study in composition, color theory, and brush economy, as well as a simple step-by-step approach to painting “realistically” that demystifies what can often feel like an intimidating process.

Artist Studio Series: Sculptural Lighting with Jessie Avant...
Monday, November 4 - Monday, December 16, 2024

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Join us for Sculptural Lighting at McColl Center, where you'll learn to design and fabricate a unique light fixture.

Artist Studio Series: Ceramic Sculpture with Taylor Lee...
Monday, November 4 - Monday, December 16, 2024

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Discover ways to add color to your sculpture beyond traditional glaze, including underglazes and cold finishes.

Artist Studio Series: Collage and Mixed Media with CHD:WCK!...
Tuesday, November 5 - Tuesday, December 17, 2024

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Through the use of collage and mixed media, you'll discover how ordinary materials and moments can be transformed into extraordinary art.

Artist Studio Series: Printmaking with Jenn Garrison (Fall...
Wednesday, November 6 - Wednesday, December 18, 2024

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Whether you consider yourself an artist or you claim you can’t draw, unlock your creativity through printmaking in this 6 week series.

Artist Studio Series: Pretty Darn Quick Portraits with Felicia...
Wednesday, November 6 - Wednesday, December 18, 2024

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In this lively series class, you'll learn techniques for freer, more expressive portraits using acrylic paint on bristol paper

Young Artist Studio Series: Ceramics
Saturday, November 9 - Saturday, December 21, 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, November 9 - Saturday, December 21, 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, November 9 - Saturday, December 21, 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.

Family Day
Saturday, November 9

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Creative fun for the whole family!

Ties That Bind: Portraits By Mitchell Kearney, Opening Reception
Thursday, November 14

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Since 1999, McColl Center's artist residency program has been a haven for artists—a place where they have the time, space, and resources to make their dreams a reality.

Intro to Book Looms: Weaving Workshop with Claire Kiester
Saturday, November 16

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You'll learn the art of weaving while while making a beautiful woven wall hanging for your home. In this class, you will be introduced to the weaving process, a book loom design, and different weaving techniques suitable for any object.

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.

Winter Art Market at McColl Center
Thursday, December 5

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Ring in the holidays supporting artists at the Winter Art Market at McColl Center!

CONTEMPORARY ART + MUSIC: Exploring the Temperaments Through...
Thursday, December 12

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The evening will consist of an introduction to the temperaments, a presentation of paintings by Artist-in-Residence Andrew Leventis

Multiple Impressions: Encaustic Collagraph Printmaking with...
Friday, January 31 - Sunday, February 2, 2025

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Join Chicago-based printmaker Jeffrey Hirst for this Encaustic Collagraph Printmaking workshop. Encaustic Collagraph printmaking explores the process of making print plates using encaustic medium.

Celebrate the Artists + See the Works | McColl Center Benefit...
Thursday, February 13

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Join us for a special opportunity to meet the Participating Artists, hear about their work and practice, and of course, celebrate them! The Silent Auction kicks off at 7:00 pm, giving you the first chance to see the amazing works up for grabs at the Live Auction + 25 Year Celebration on February 22.

Big Ink - Participant Registration
Saturday, October 18 - Sunday, October 19, 2025

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Join BIG INK at the McColl Center in Charlotte, NC, for a relief printmaking workshop of epic proportions! Learn how to carve a woodblock, then print your carving on a custom-built giant printing press. Beginners are welcome.