Bring out the artist in you by enrolling in the multitude of workshops and classes at the Center. From ceramics to  photography, painting to fiber arts, you are sure to discover your talent here.

NEW POLICY AS of June 2009  - Registration Notice
A minimum number of students are required for each class/workshop to be held. Class registrations are reviewed one week prior to the start date to determine whether or not a class has enough participants or if the class needs to be cancelled. To ensure a class you are interested in is available when you register, please register as early as possible. If a class has met the minimum by a week out, registrations for that class will continue to be accepted that week unless the class is full.

Registrations within a week of the class beginning will need to be done by calling 804-261-ARTS(2787).  A $10 "last minute" registration fee per class will be added  to the class registration total amount.

Instructor Information

Ceramics

Handbuilding
Instructor: Jane Hendley
Learn how to construct clay objects or utilitarian forms, while exploring traditional handbuilding methods such as coiling, slab building and more. All artwork created will be fired and glazed.
Ceramics Studio Rules

Spring Session
Wednesdays, Apr 14-Jun 16
10am-12:30pm
Cost: $155, plus $30 materials fee

Beginning Wheel Throwing
Instructor: Jane Hendley
Learn how to create basic pottery forms, such as a cup, bowl and plate, using a potter’s wheel. This class for beginners will cover techniques such as centering and throwing a cylinder, while emphasizing both function and aesthetics. Ceramics Studio Rules

Spring Session
Mondays, Apr 12-Jun 21 (no class 5/31)
6-8:30pm
Cost: $155, plus $30 materials fee

Intermediate Wheel Throwing
Instructor: Jane Hendley
Improve your skills on the potter’s wheel in this ceramics class for students with previous exposure to wheel throwing techniques. Ceramics Studio Rules

Spring  Session I (Wednesdays)
Wednesdays, Apr 14-Jun 16
6-8:30pm
Cost: $155, plus $30 materials fee

Spring Session II (Thursdays)
Thursdays, Apr 15-Jun 17
6-8:30pm
Cost: $155, plus $30 materials fee

Spring into Fondant for Kids (Ages 7-12)
Instructor: Ann Spark
Jump into this exciting Cake decorating class. We will learn the basics of Fondant while designing a spring theme cake.
 Prerequisite: Treasure Cake for Kids

Under the Sea Cake for Kids (Ages 7-12)
Instructor: Ann Spark
During this 2 hour basics class we will explore oceans of decorating skills using butter-cream icing. Coloring icing, frosting, bordering, piping & more will be included using round, star & other specialty tips.

Spring Session I
Saturday, April 17
10am-12pm
Cost: $20, plus $5 materials fee

Spring Session II
Saturday, May 1
10am-12pm
Cost: $20, plus $5 materials fee

Summer Fun Cake for Kids (Ages 7-12)
Instructor: Ann Spark
Dive into this exciting Cake decorating class. We will learn the basics of Fondant while designing & decorating a summer themed cake to take home. Intermediate class. Prerequisite: Basic level class

Treasure Cake for Kids (ages 7-12)
Instructor: Ann Spark
Discover the secret treasures of cake decorating using buttercream icing. Skills of coloring icing, frosting, bordering, piping, writing and more will be uncovered!

If interested in taking this class in the future,
please call 804-261-ARTS (2787).

Fiber Arts

Spring Session
Wednesdays, Apr 14-Jun 16
7-9pm
Cost: $130, plus $10 materials fee

Weaving: Beginners & Beyond  
Instructor: Cherri Hankins
(Note: Because of the looms, this class is at an off-site location near the Innsbrook area - intersection of Mayland and Stillman Parkway.  See information below. Registration for this class is only available Through The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen.)

Over and under, ‘round and ‘round, in no time at all, my warp is wound!!
This new class is an opportunity to build a community of weavers. As students work on their own projects, lives begin to intertwine and mingle. Friendships are formed and the fabric of our lives and our own weavings are enriched. The work you take away from this class will be a ‘marker’ of this time in your life.

Materials: Cost of materials will vary depending on the project chosen. All materials are available for purchase at the studio, or students may contact instructor for recommendations if you wish to bring your own. Location: This class is offered off-site, in the teaching studio of Cherri Hankins at 3800 Stillman Parkway, Suite 203, Richmond, VA 23233. Directions will be mailed with a syllabus.

Winter Session III
Tuesdays, Mar 2-Mar 23
9:30am-12pm
Cost: $150
To register, call 804-261-2787.

Spring Session I
Tuesdays, Apr 6-Apr 27
9:30am-12pm
Cost: $150

Spring Session II
Tuesdays, May 4-May 25
9:30am-12pm
Cost: $150

Spring Session III
Tuesdays, Jun 1-Jun 22
9:30am-12pm
Cost: $150

Spinning - Yarn from the Spinning Wheel (off-site)
Instructor: Cherri Hankins
Learn to spin wool into yarn, and learn to play as the Navajo did. This class will focus on the very beginnings of spinning on the spinning wheel. Students will leave the class with several skeins of yarn, of various plies and weights. Students may take the class several times, and will receive more in-depth and varied information and instruction with each class taken.
Location: This class is offered off-site, in the teaching studio of Cherri Hankins at 3800 Stillman Parkway, Suite 203, Richmond, VA 23233 Directions will be mailed with a syllabus.

Glass Arts

NEW! Stained Glass Mosaics (offsite)
Instructor: Judy M. Coleman
Learn to craft mosaics using stained glass. Two styles and two methods covered. See tool list at JoMoCo for tools needed prior to first class. Students create a tabletop or a stepping stone often from scrap glass. Great for gifts! See studio for pattern choices and approval prior to first class. 

Spring Session
Saturdays, Mar 20–Apr 10
2-4pm
Cost: $85
Location: JoMoCo Studio, 8416 Staples Mill Road,
Richmond 23228

Glass Fusing (offsite)
Instructor: Judy Coleman
Manipulate glass by heat to shape and fuse it together to create tiles, dishes, jewelry, etc. Basic glass cutting skills needed.

Spring Session
Thursdays, Mar 11–Apr 1
7-9pm
Cost: $150, plus student must provide glass cutting and marking tools
Location: JoMoCo Studio, 8416 Staples Mill Road,
Richmond 23228

Beginner Stained Glass (offsite)
Instructor: Judy Coleman
A detailed class teaching all the skills necessary to craft stained glass in the copper foil method. Students will make a 10”x16” panel. See studio for pattern choices prior to first class.

Spring Session
Thursdays, Apr 15-Jun 3
7-9pm
Cost: $125. Students are required to contact JoMoCo Studio prior to first class to purchase tool kit (approx. $150) and glass and copper foil for chosen project (approx. $25). 
Location: JoMoCo Studio, 8416 Staples Mill Road,
Richmond 23228

Open Studio Class (offsite)
Instructor: Judy Coleman
This is the class where you bring in your unfinished projects and any questions or problems with which you need help, space permitting. Work on as many projects as time permits in the 8 week session. New projects are also welcome. Students are required to contact teacher to discuss what tools and supplies might be needed prior to first class.

Spring Session
Saturdays, Apr 24-Jun 12
2-4pm
Cost: $125
Location: JoMoCo Studio, 8416 Staples Mill Road,
Richmond 23228

Lead Came Stained Glass
Instructor: Judy Coleman
Create stained glass in the 1000-year-old lead came method. Students make a 10”x16” panel. See studio for pattern choices and materials prior to first class. Previous stained glass experience required.

Spring Session
Tuesdays, Mar 16-May 4
7-9pm
Cost: $125, plus materials. Contact JoMoCo to purchase supplies prior to first class.
Location: JoMoCo Studio, 8416 Staples Mill Road,
Richmond 23228

Jewelry

The Basics of Beading (ages 16 +)
Instructor:  Pat Whitlow
This one-day workshop covers basic wirework used to link beads, to make earrings and to attach pendants and clasps, and covers basic bead stringing used for making necklaces and bracelets. Students will complete at least two pieces during this session. The skills learned can be used to design your own custom jewelry pieces or to rework an old favorite. You’ll always have jewelry to match your outfit when you learn how to bead! 

Spring Session I
Monday, April 12
6-9pm
Cost: $40, plus $15 materials fee

Spring Session II
Wednesday, May 5
6-9pm
Cost: $40, plus $15 materials fee

Wire Crochet Designs
Instructor: Pat Whitlow
Learn to design unique pieces using a variety of beads and crocheted wire. So many different looks come from this basic style. Knowledge of the crochet chain stitch is necessary for class.

If interested in taking this class in the future,
please call 804-261-ARTS (2787).

NEW! Silver Tube Trio
Instructor: Pat Whitlow
This simple but attractive necklace, bracelet, and earrings feature a silver tube focal point.

If interested in taking this class in the future,
please call 804-261-ARTS (2787).

NEW! Multi-Strand Woven Wonders
Instructor: Pat Whitlow
This class features three strung bracelets featuring pearls, fire polished beads, and crystals, which are all variations of the same theme.

If interested in taking this class in the future,
please call 804-261-ARTS (2787).

NEW! Simply Turquoise
Instructor: Pat Whitlow
Whip up this necklace and earrings using turquoise beads and knotted cord. No clasp is necessary.

Winter Session
Monday, March 15
6:30-9pm
Cost: $35, plus $15 materials fee

NEW! Romancing the Stone
Instructor: Pat Whitlow
Make this attractive longer chain necklace featuring nugget shaped beads.

Spring  Session I
Wednesday, April 14
6:30-9pm
Cost: $35, plus $15 materials fee

Spring  Session II
Wednesday, June 9
6:30-9pm
Cost: $35, plus $15 materials fee

Versatile Lariat
Instructor: Pat Whitlow
This attractive pearl lariat uses a pearl shortener to give multiple style options.

Spring  Session
Wednesday, April 21
6:30-9pm
Cost: $35, plus $12 materials fee

NEW! Get Knotting!
Instructor: Pat Whitlow
Have fun making this quick and easy bracelet using cords and beads with an adjustable cord closure.

Spring  Session
Wednesday, April 26
6:30-9pm
Cost: $35, plus $10 materials fee

NEW! Button Clasp Bracelet
Instructor: Pat Whitlow
Make this attractive and easy bracelet using a non-traditional closure.

Spring  Session
Monday, May 3
6:30-9pm
Cost: $35, plus $10 materials fee

NEW! Beach Style Beauty
Instructor: Pat Whitlow
This fun necklace and earrings feature pearls and beach related charms.

Spring  Session I
Monday, May 17
6:30-9pm
Cost: $35, plus $12 materials fee

Spring  Session II
Monday, June 14
6:30-9pm
Cost: $35, plus $12 materials fee

Precious Metal Clay (PMC)
Instructor: Celeste Miller
Did you ever imagine that you could design and create a piece of fine silver jewelry? Precious Metal Clay is a versatile, easy-to-use material that allows just about anyone to make their own beautiful jewelry in a matter of hours. PMC is a clay-like material that contains actual silver powder and a non-toxic binding material. In this class, we will explore ways to form, texture, and layer the PMC to produce pendants, earrings, and/or charms. Once the PMC is kiln fired, a .999 percent silver piece is produced. Students will then explore various finishing techniques including tumbling, patinas, and simple burnishing. By the end of the class, you can be wearing 2-3 beautiful pieces of personally designed fine silver jewelry. Students need only bring enthusiasm.  

If interested in taking this class in the future,
please call 804-261-ARTS (2787).

NEW! Precious Metal Clay & Dichroic Glass – I
Instructor: Celeste Miller
Combine the sparkling world of fused dichroic glass with Precious Metal Clay (PMC) and beautiful jewelry abounds. Students will make three pendants while exploring methods of integrating dichroic cabochons and PMC. Precious Metal Clay is a versatile, easy to use material that allows just about anyone to make their own fine silver jewelry in a matter of hours. This clay-like material contains actual silver powder and a non-toxic binding material. While the dichroic cabochons will be provided for the class, we will also discuss how to make your own “Glass cabs” for your jewelry. Once the PMC is kiln fired, a 99.9 percent silver piece is produced. Students will then explore various finishing techniques including tumbling, patinas, and simple burnishing. Prerequisite: PMC experience is a must (i.e. Intro to PMC or PMC & Nature).

Winter Session
Wednesdays, Mar 11-Apr 1
7-9pm
Cost: $80, plus $65 materials fee (includes PMC, dichroic cabochons, findings, kiln firing and finishing materials

NEW! Precious Metal Clay & Gemstones
Instructor: Celeste Miller
PMC is a versatile, easy to use material that allows just about anyone to make their own real silver jewelry in a matter of hours. This clay-like material contains actual silver powder and a non-toxic binding material. In this class, we will explore ways to incorporate gemstones (i.e. cubic zirconias) into PMC to produce 2-3 pendants and/or earrings. Once the PMC is kiln fired, a .999 percent silver piece is produced. Prerequisite: Previous PMC experience such as Intro to PMC or PMC & Nature). Bring your PMC tool kit and enthusiasm.

Spring Session
Wednesdays, Apr 28-May 19
7-9pm
Cost: $80, plus $65 materials fee (includes PMC, findings, CZ's, kiln firing and finishing materials

Chain Maille Bracelet – Byzantine Segment Chain
Instructor: Celeste Miller
Learn the fundamentals of interlocking jump rings to make a bracelet. This class will focus on the Byzantine chain weave (considered a unisex pattern). Once mastered, we will explore various ways of using the Byzantine segments to create beautiful jewelry! This is a perfect bracelet to show off your PMC charms or leave unadorned. By the end of class, you will be wearing a beautiful sterling silver bracelet that you created. This is a beginner chain maille pattern. All you need to bring to class is good eyesight and your favorite two pairs of flat nosed pliers (note: Instructor will bring plenty of pliers to borrow).

Winter Session
Thursdays, Feb 25 & Mar 4
7-9pm
Cost: $40, plus $65 materials fee (includes all sterling silver jump rings and basic clasp)

If interested in taking this class,
please call 804-261-ARTS (2787).

NEW! Chain Maille Bracelet – Dreaming in Maille
Instructor: Celeste Miller
What do you get when you combine sterling silver jump rings with pearls or Swarovski crystals? Dreaming in Maille bracelets…and they are magnificent! The bracelet pattern is very versatile – it utilizes crystal rondelles, small beads, pearls, crystals, stone rondelles or anything else that fits. It is a beginner’s pattern with some basic beading skills. Once the chain is started, the pattern is repetitive and easy. By the end of the class, you will be wearing a beautiful sterling silver bracelet and you’ll want to make several more! All you need to bring to class is good eyesight. All beading materials, jump rings, and lobster clasp or round toggle are included in materials cost. Instructor will have flat nosed pliers in class to borrow or purchase.

Winter Session
Wednesdays, Mar 17 & 24
7-9pm
Cost: $40, plus $65 materials fee (includes all sterling silver jump rings, beading supplies and basic clasp)

NEW! Chain Maille – Butterfly Bracelet
Instructor: Celeste Miller
Chain Maille, once used to create protective garments by interlocking jump rings, is now popular for making beautiful intricate jewelry. The Butterfly Bracelet flows nicely and reminds one of butterflies lying along one’s wrist. It has a unique way of layering rings to give this effect. The pattern is a little bit more challenging and is considered an intermediate weave, but determined beginners are welcome! By the end of class, you will be wearing a beautiful, flowing sterling silver bracelet that you created. All you need to bring to class is good eyesight and your favorite two pairs of flat nosed pliers (instructor will have tools in class to borrow or purchase).

Spring Session
Wednesdays, Jun 16 & 23
7-9pm
Cost: $40, plus $65 materials fee (includes all sterling silver jump rings and basic clasp)

Literary

New! Young Poets: Course 1 (Grades 4-8)
Instructor: Cindy Sinanian
“Writing a poem is discovering;” so says Robert Frost. In this course, young writers will explore and compose a variety of poems as they learn about poetic devices and sound techniques. Selected poems will be printed in a volume of student-gathered poetry, which will be presented at the last class when the poets share their work and refreshments with invited family & friends. Whether experienced poets or not, creative students entering 4th through 8th grades are welcome to attend.

If interested in taking this class or a literary class in the future, please call 804-261-ARTS (2787).

Music

Classes are ongoing - register anytime
Can take as many half hour session classes as desired
Cost: $20 per session
Call 804-261-ARTS (2787) to schedule time

Classes are ongoing - register anytime
Can take as many half hour session classes as desired
Cost: $20 per half hour session
Call 804-261-ARTS (2787) to schedule time

Classes are ongoing - register anytime
Can take as many half hour session classes as desired
Cost: $20 per half hour session
Call 804-261-ARTS (2787) to schedule time

Lessons are based on individual player's level.
Cost: $20 per half hour session
Call 804-261-ARTS (2787) to schedule time

NEW! Voice  Lessons
Instructor: Jane Butler
Do you fancy yourself the next Susan Boyle or maybe even Adam Lambert? Jump out of the shower and onto the stage - treat yourself to some voice lessons this summer with our new voice teacher, Jane Butler, a Virginia certified music teacher with over 21 years of professional teaching experience. Jane will have you have you tunefully singing throughout the summer and sounding your best. Before you know it, you might just be ready for the next American Idol auditions or latest the musical production here in Richmond!! It's all up to you...who knows what the future holds? Voice lessons are available for ages 12 - through adult. Come and have a blast this summer at the Cultural Arts Center and take some voice lessons! By the end of the summer, you'll be very happy that you did!

Lessons are individually designed for the student
Cost: $20 per half hour session
Call 804-261-ARTS (2787) to schedule a time

Photography

Spring  Session I - FULL!
Wednesday, Apr 14-May 5
7-9pm
Cost: $95

Spring  Session II
Wednesday, May 19-Jun 9
7-9pm
Cost: $95

Spring Session
Saturday, May 15
10am-4pm
Cost: $60

Visual Arts Classes for Youth

Junior Kindergarten Drawing Class (ages 4-5)
Instructor: Young Rembrandts
These drawing classes make learning and growing fun! We will work on pencil grip, strength-building, hand/eye coordination, and classroom skills. Learning at this age requires repetition and practice and our age-appropriate lessons and step-by-step process provides this each day. Using shapes, colors and patterns, your child will achieve impressive results and will be well on their way to learning how to write and create.

Spring Session
Saturdays, Apr 17-Mar 22
9:15am-10am
Cost: $60

NEW! Cartooning & Animation - Coo, Crazy, Outrageous
(Grades 1-6)
Do you like to laugh? Do you like to draw? Can you draw wild and wacky pictures? If the answer to these questions is “yes”, then you must join us for a new series of cartoon adventures. During this session you will learn how to draw original cartoon characters with ridiculous expressions, goofy actions, silly movements and bizarre background scenes that make your pictures even funnier. These classes are very cool, very fun and full of cartoon craziness! Come join the fun…and bring a friend. Though the classes are offered at the same time for the different ages, they are held in different rooms.

Spring Session (Grades K-2)
Thursdays, Apr 29-Jun 3
 6-7pm
Cost: $75

Spring Session (Grades 3-6)
Thursdays, Apr 29-Jun 3
6-7pm
Cost: $75

NEW! Saturdays ARE for Cartoons! (Grades 1-6)
Instructor: Young Rembrandts
Have you ever wanted to learn to create wild, imaginative and exciting cartoons? Then this is the class for you! Young Rembrandts instructors will teach you how to draw original cartoon characters placed in fun and whacky scenes. You will learn to draw emotions, expressions and wild and crazy movements. Artists will learn quick and easy techniques for making anything they can imagine come to life!

Spring Session (Grades K-2)
Saturdays, Apr 17-May 22
10am-11am
Cost: $75

Spring Session (Grades 3-6)
Saturdays, Apr 17-May 22
11am-12pm
Cost: $75

If interested in taking this class in the future, please call
804-261-ARTS (2787).

• made on-line above as listed beside each class, using the "Add to Cart" buttons (payments are processed Through PayPal).
  
• phoned in to (804) 261-ARTS (2787);
  Monday-Thursday, 9am - 8pm; Friday, 9am-5pm
  

Payments made by check (payable to The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen), or by credit card may be:

• mailed to CACGA, Attn: Guest Services, P.O. Box 1249, Glen Allen, VA 23060 by using the downloadable form or brochure
• hand or special delivered to CACGA, 2880 Mountain Road, Glen Allen
  (just off I-295 at the Woodman South ext)
• by using the downloadable form or form in brochure

Registration Notice
A minimum number of students are required for each class/workshop to be held. Class registrations are reviewed one week prior to the start date to determine whether or not a class has enough participants or if the class needs to be cancelled. To ensure a class you are interested in is available when you register, please register as early as possible. If a class has met the minimum by a week out, registrations for that class will continue to be accepted that week unless the class is full.

Cancellation of classes by CACGA
If a sufficient number of registrations is not received a week prior for any individual class, the class may be cancelled. If this occurs, a full refund will be processed for those currently registered in the class.

Cancellation by Student
Cancellations will be accepted by phone at 804-261-ARTS. Cancellations received seven days or more prior to the first class will receive a 50% refund of the class fees. Cancellations received less than seven days prior to the first class will receive no refund.