HANGING PLANTERS with Deborah Arbes

Ever thought about giving ceramics a go? Here's your opportunity!

Join us at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, in the Ceramics Center for a unique public workshop, "HANGING PLANTERS" led by our dedicated Instructor, Deborah Arbes! During this event, you will handcraft a personalized hangable pot, with hand-building techniques Deborah will teach you as you go!

All materials are provided, so just bring yourself and your imagination. We look forward to having you learn with us.

WHEN: Each Workshop runs 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on that Saturday. (Click on flyer to see larger view). a list of ALL Public Workshop dates may be seen on the list of ClearWater Arts programs, on the Civic Rec platform for Registration.*

Workshops max out at 16 participants, so don’t wait, to register! See below (Scroll down) for info and the link.*

PUBLIC WORKSHOPS— These workshops feature one, turnkey single activity, making exploration in clay simple, fun and affordable. The instructor pre-prepares your clay, you’ll learn how to do a specific project in your two-hour class session, and the instructor will finish & fire it in our kilns, for you to pick up at a later date. At just $35 — or $30 for Concord city residents — these Saturday workshops are a great date or family activity! Older kids may be registered under a family account IF permission is granted; CALL the Concord Parks & Rec department with any questions or for registration assistance: 704-920-5600.

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

When Architecture Meets Art with Kevin Owen

‘When Architecture Meets Art’ with Kevin Owen

When: Sunday April 14, 2024

Time: 2:00pm

Where: ClearWater Arts Center and Studios, 223 Crowell Dr NW Concord, NC 28025. Enter at Kerr Street side glass double-doors, (lower-level parking lot) called the Greenway Gallery.

From Host, the Cabarrus Art Guild:

You are invited to join us as Kevin Owen, president of Owen Architecture in Winston-Salem, NC, shares how he uses his architectural and design talents to create impressionistic landscapes in watercolor. 

During the demo, Kevin will demonstrate through the use of quick movements and a very limited palette how he creates exciting and quick watercolors. The demonstration will be a live walk through of Kevin’s process creating his impressionistic landscape watercolors. 

You can view samples of Kevin’s work at his website: https://kevingowen-studio.com/. 

No need to register.

This event is Free and Open to the public.

We ask you arrive before 2pm to not interrupt the speaker’s presentation.

Join us at the Opening Reception to celebrate another year of fabulous artworks by the students of the Fine & Applied Art Department at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College (RCCC)!  

Opening Reception on Friday, April 12, 2024 will be starting at 5:00 pm until 7pm in the ClearWater Main Gallery. Open to the public with light refreshments provided by students and sponsors.

See our FaceBook Event Page for the Opening to see ongoing photos, comments and updates!

This marks Year Eight (8) of this collaboration between the City of Concord's ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, and the Fine & Applied Arts Department at RCCC. RCCC has art classes on both its Salisbury and its Concord campuses. 

The exhibit will be on view in the ClearWater Main Gallery through Thursday, May 2, 2024.

FAIRY HOUSES with Deborah Arbes

Ever thought about giving ceramics a go? Here's your opportunity!

Join us at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, in the Ceramics Center for a unique public workshop, "FAIRY HOUSES" led by our dedicated Instructor, Deborah Arbes! During this event, you will handcraft a personalized Fairy House, with hand-building techniques Deborah will teach you as you go! See our Social Media posts (instagram and Facebook) for images of stages during Deborah’s crafting of the Fairy House pictured here!

All materials are provided, so just bring yourself and your imagination. We look forward to having you learn with us.

WHEN: Each Workshop runs 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on that Saturday. (Click on flyer to see larger view). a list of ALL Public Workshop dates may be seen on the list of ClearWater Arts programs, on the Civic Rec platform for Registration.*

Workshops max out at 16 participants, so don’t wait, to register! See below (Scroll down) for info and the link.*

PUBLIC WORKSHOPS— These workshops feature one, turnkey single activity, making exploration in clay simple, fun and affordable. The instructor pre-prepares your clay, you’ll learn how to do a specific project in your two-hour class session, and the instructor will finish & fire it in our kilns, for you to pick up at a later date. At just $35 — or $30 for Concord city residents — these Saturday workshops are a great date or family activity! Older kids may be registered under a family account IF permission is granted; CALL the Concord Parks & Rec department with any questions or for registration assistance: 704-920-5600.

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

The Artwalk in Downtown Concord is bringing YOU to ClearWater!

Join us on Saturday, April 6th from 11 am - 4 pm for Spring Art Walk hosted by Cabarrus Arts Council  and @concorddowntown and sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company.

Art Walk is an all-day arts festival for artists and makers to sell their handmade artwork. Art Walk will feature live music, food trucks, local brews and wines, and participation from the boutiques, shops, and restaurants throughout Downtown Concord.

Artist Info Meeting for the 2024 ClearWater Arts

T-Shirt Design Contest!

A Collaborative Project between ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, and Studio Print Shop apparel printing company. Funded by a Cabarrus Arts Council Grassroots Grant!

Seeking Local Designers and Artists!

Design a new T-Shirt for ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, to convey a message of Creative and Cultural Inclusion (and/or how cool and fun it is to come here) and possibly to win $1,000 towards supporting your creative work!

Learn More by attending our Artist Info Meeting: Saturday March 30th at 2:00 p.m. in the Main Gallery at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios. Attendance is not required, but highly recommended. 

Entry DEADLINE is April 30, 2024 before Midnight. Applications must be submitted using our Online Application Form at the button below;

See the Contest Rules & Guidelines PDF (at the Contest Webpage) - which includes Eligibility, Rules and Design Guidelines-- please make sure to READ IT CAREFULLY!!

COILED VESSELS with Deborah Arbes

A new twist on the coiled pots you (may have) learned to make as a kid!

Join us at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios for a unique public event at our Ceramics Center, "COILED VESSELS" led by our instructor, Deborah Arbes. During this event, you will handcraft a container, pot, or small vessel, using the coil method of hand building in clay. Small succulent plant cuttings will be provided for anyone desiring to plant them in their pot!

All materials are provided, so just bring yourself and your imagination. We look forward to having you learn with us.

WHEN: Each Workshop runs 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on that Saturday. (Click on flyer to see larger view). a list of ALL Public Workshop dates may be seen on the list of ClearWater Arts programs, on the Civic Rec platform for Registration.*

Workshops max out at 16 participants, so don’t wait, to register! See below (Scroll down) for info and the link.*

PUBLIC WORKSHOPS— These workshops feature one, turnkey single activity, making exploration in clay simple, fun and affordable. The instructor pre-prepares your clay, you’ll learn how to do a specific project in your two-hour class session, and the instructor will finish & fire it in our kilns, for you to pick up at a later date. At just $35 — or $30 for Concord city residents — these Saturday workshops are a great date or family activity! Older kids may be registered under a family account IF permission is granted; CALL the Concord Parks & Rec department with any questions or for registration assistance: 704-920-5600.

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

Caricature Art with Eric Melton

You're welcome to join us for an entertaining afternoon of caricature art! Eric Melton, a seasoned caricaturist with over 30 years of experience, specializes in creating amusing caricatures of individuals and pets without being demeaning or disrespectful.

He will share insights into his caricature creation process during the demonstration and intends to sketch some willing volunteers!

When: Sunday March 10, 2024

Time: 2:00pm
 
Where: ClearWater Arts Center and Studios, 223 Crowell Dr NW Concord, NC 28025. Enter at Kerr Street side glass double-doors, (lower-level parking lot) called the Greenway Gallery.

You can view Eric’s art on his website https://meltonart.com/

This is a free event.

No pre-registration is needed.
 
Please arrive on time so as to not interrupt the speaker.

SEE Social Media / More info at http://www.concordfashionweek.com/

LOCAL DESIGNERS WELCOME! Inquire: concordfashionweek@gmail.com

Runway Show: ClearWater Main Gallery -

Kids show 3pm

Adult Finale Runway Shows 5pm

Tickets available online at http://www.concordfashionweek.com/tickets.html

See the PDF of the Release below, at our News Page

For Immediate Release –

March 6, 2024

Concord, North Carolina - Get ready to be swept off your feet by the glamour and style of the 8th Annual Concord Fashion Week! This highly anticipated event, taking place near the charming Historic Downtown of Concord, NC just 20 miles Northeast of Charlotte, is set to showcase 20 exclusive runway showcases featuring designers from across the Southeast.

Fashionistas of all ages are invited to participate in this exciting event, with kids, teens, and adults all taking center stage. The 8th Annual Concord Fashion Week promises to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees, with a dazzling display of creativity, innovation, and talent.

Tickets for Concord Fashion Week are selling fast, so don't miss out on your chance to be a part of this stylish extravaganza. Secure your seats today before they are all gone! Be part of the fashion-forward crowd at the grand finale, which will be held at the prestigious ClearWater Arts Center in Concord, NC. A huge thank you to ClearWater Arts Center for hosting our spectacular event this year.

Concord, NC is a vibrant and thriving community, making it the perfect backdrop for this dynamic fashion event. As a nearby town and bedroom community to Charlotte, NC, Concord provides the ideal setting for designers, retailers, makeup artists, hairstylists, and fashion enthusiasts to come together and celebrate their passion for the industry.

Concord Fashion Week serves as a platform for talented individuals to shine and showcase their work, creating opportunities for collaboration and growth within the fashion community. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, getting tickets, volunteering, or capturing the magic of this event, visit www.concordfashionweek.com for more information.

Don't miss your chance to be a part of the fashion event of the year! Get your tickets online today and join us for the 8th Annual Concord Fashion Week. Stay ahead of the trends and immerse yourself in a world of style and sophistication.

Join us on Thursday March 7th from 6-9pm to help us celebrate the brilliance of our diverse tenant artisans!

We cordially invite you to attend the closing reception of our Tenant Art Exhibition at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios in the Main Gallery. Join us in celebrating the remarkable talents of our diverse group of artists and seize this final opportunity to admire their magnificent artwork before the exhibit concludes.

This is a public free event & all are welcome.

Enter through the Crowell St. Entrance

CRITTERINGS with Deborah Arbes

Ever thought about giving ceramics a go? Here's your opportunity!

Join us at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios for a unique public event at our Ceramics Center, "Critterings” led by our experienced instructor, Deborah Arbes. During this event, you will handcraft your own pinch-formed Critter who will Ring (double as a bell)!

All materials are provided, so just bring yourself and your imagination. We look forward to having you learn with us.

WHEN: Each Workshop runs 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on that Saturday. (Click on flyer to see larger view). a list of ALL Public Workshop dates may be seen on the list of ClearWater Arts programs, on the Civic Rec platform for Registration.*

NEW LIMIT - Workshops now max out at 16 participants, so don’t wait, to register! See below (Scroll down) for info and the link.*

PUBLIC WORKSHOPS— These workshops feature one, turnkey single activity, making exploration in clay simple, fun and affordable. The instructor pre-prepares your clay, you’ll learn how to do a specific project in your two-hour class session, and the instructor will finish & fire it in our kilns, for you to pick up at a later date. At just $35 — or $30 for Concord city residents — these Saturday workshops are a great date or family activity! Older kids may be registered under a family account IF permission is granted; CALL the Concord Parks & Rec department with any questions or for registration assistance: 704-920-5600.

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

THIS FORUM WILL EQUIP PROSPECTIVE HOMEBUYERS WITH

INFORMATION ABOUT THE STEPS TO PREPARE FOR HOME OWNERSHIP,

AVAILABLE RESOURCES FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE WITH DOWN

PAYMENTS AND CLOSING COSTS, AND ELIGIBILITY, INCOME, AND

CREDIT LEVELS REQUIRED TO QUALIFY TO RECEIVE THE ASSISTANCE.

REGISTER at CONCORDNC.GOV/HOMEBUYER

Register:

MAKE-A-MUG with Deborah Arbes

Ever thought about giving ceramics a go? Here's your opportunity!

Join us at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios for a unique public event at our Ceramics Center, "MAKE-A-MUG" led by our experienced instructor, Deborah Arbes. During this event, you will handcraft a personalized mug tailor-made to suit your style, which you can proudly take home for your daily coffee or tea indulgence.

All materials are provided, so just bring yourself and your imagination. We look forward to having you learn with us.

WHEN: Each Workshop runs 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on that Saturday. (Click on flyer to see larger view). a list of ALL Public Workshop dates may be seen on the list of ClearWater Arts programs, on the Civic Rec platform for Registration.*

Workshops max out at 24 participants, so don’t wait, to register! See below (Scroll down) for info and the link.*

PUBLIC WORKSHOPS— These workshops feature one, turnkey single activity, making exploration in clay simple, fun and affordable. The instructor pre-prepares your clay, you’ll learn how to do a specific project in your two-hour class session, and the instructor will finish & fire it in our kilns, for you to pick up at a later date. At just $35 — or $30 for Concord city residents — these Saturday workshops are a great date or family activity! Older kids may be registered under a family account IF permission is granted; CALL the Concord Parks & Rec department with any questions or for registration assistance: 704-920-5600.

*To register, you must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Concord Parks & Recreation department (ClearWater Arts is a City facility, within the Parks & Recreation Dept); 

—> this account can then be used for all future registrations for any future ClearWater Arts program AND any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃 

(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization.)

Use the Link in our bio, if on Instagram, and / or this URL link (below) and follow the instructions/ look for the ClearWater Arts Center & Studios tab:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc

Creating Hats with Cassandra Chapman -

— a CAG Free Art Demo Event!

When:  Sunday Feb. 11, 2024
 
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
 
Where:  ClearWater Arts Center and Studios, 223 Crowell Dr NW Concord, NC 28025. GREENWAY GALLERY; Enter at Kerr Street side, (lower-level parking lot) .

You are invited to join us as Cassandra Chapman, owner and creative designer of Ami Cassi Millinery and Accessories, shares how she creates hats using traditional millinery techniques combined with cultural inspiration to create unique works of art. Each piece she creates is beautifully handmade with the greatest attention to detail. 

Originally from St. Croix, Ms. Chapman is a trained Vocational Educator with a Bachelor of Science degree in Family Consumer Sciences from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI. She has taught Home Economics and also holds an active license as a cosmetology/aesthetician instructor in North Carolina. She has taken many classes in hat designing in Australia, England, and the United States. She is a member of the American Institute of Millinery Education, The North American Millinery Group, the British Millinery Association. 

FREE Event. BE SURE TO COME TO GREENWAY GALLERY DOORS; the MAIN ENTRANCE WILL BE LOCKED.

No pre-registration is needed. Please be on time as to not interrupt the speaker’s presentation.

ART IS SPOKEN HERE!!

Resident artists will be available in their studios, working and prepared to engage with questions and interactions. This event is open to all and free of charge, so please feel welcome to join us.

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JANUARY 2024 Meeting: Topic TBA Please check back here closer to the date—

ClearWater Arts Center & Studios Provides the venue for the Gibson Village Community Association, a Recognized Neighborhood Association of City of Concord NC, for its Community Meetings. These meetings have been rescheduled in mid-2023 to the 4th Tuesday evening, every other month. Residents of the Gibson Village Neighborhood, in Concord NC are welcome to attend and learn about their community and meet each other.

Often, a selected 'authority' will be invited to share something of particular interest with the community. Members of Police are there to report on the latest crime statistics and receive community members' recommendations and questions. ClearWater Coordinator Sarah Gay is usually there to give updates on the Arts Center.

Community Association President, Tara Bengle has recently been also making Community Meetings available on Zoom, for residents who cannot make it in person. The link is available on request.

WHERE TO GO: Meetings are held in the LOWER LEVEL Greenway Gallery; Go to the GLASS DOUBLE-DOORS facing Kerr Street near the driveway entrance from Kerr Street, at the end of our largest, long (‘Operations’) building.

The Main Entrance, at 223 Crowell Dr NW, is NOT open for these meetings.

Why is this neighborhood called Gibson Village? Because the houses were built for the workers at the Gibson Mill (@gibsonmillnc) near by.
(Gibson Mill now houses two breweries, a board game center, axe-throwing outlet, and come pretty sweet places to grab a bite! Oh yes and the giant antiques mall, The Depot...)

ClearWater Arts does not determine the Agenda nor content of these meetings. For more information please use the Gibson Village Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/gibsonvillage

How to Photograph Your Artwork with Steve Lindenman

Come join CAG for our free demonstration in January!

Date:  Sunday January 14, 2023

Time: 2 pm

Where: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Enter through the lower level, double glass doors facing Kerr Street, called the Greenway Gallery.
 
Steve Lindenman is a local freelance event and commercial photographer, and shoots for variety of publications, including professional and college sports outlets.  Steve teaches Digital Photography Fundamentals as well as editing techniques using software. He will be showing us how to create wonderful photos of the artwork we create!
 
You can see Steve’s work here:  www.lindenmanphoto.com
 
This is a free event and does not require registration.

Please be on time as to not interrupt the speaker’s presentation.

FREE Event.
No pre-registration is needed. Please be on time as to not interrupt the speaker’s presentation.

Build a great foundation with this class. Our talented instructors will lead you through handbuilding and the basics of clay. Cost is $200 for City of Concord residents and $256 for non-residents. All classes are held at the ClearWater Ceramics Center. Registration is required.

Learn the basics of throwing pots on a wheel. Classes begin January 11 and run each Thursday through February 29th. Class is $200 for City of Concord residents and $256 for non-residents. All classes held at ClearWater Ceramics Center. Registration is required.

Work on your skills! Each Wednesday from January 10-February 28 at ClearWater Ceramics Center our talented instructors will guide you into the next phase of pottery on the wheel. Cost is $200 for City of Concord residents and $256 for non-residents. Registration required.

Take your handbuilding to the next level in our state of the art studio. This class takes place each Tuesday from 10:00am-12:30pm. City of Concord residents are $200 and non-residents are $256. Registration is required.