Comprehensive chronological list of all events and classes at ClearWater Artist Studios in Concord, NC. [As opposed to sorted lists by category on main Navigation pages]
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Simple Negative Painting in Acrylics with Susan Lackey
WORKSHOP DATES**: Saturdays Oct. 4, Nov. 1, Nov. 15, & Dec. 6, 2025;
TIME: Each Workshop runs 2:00 – 4:00 PM on its Class Date
REGISTRATION CUTOFF: Register by the Wednesday Preceding Workshop
NOTE: This posting stays up until Start Date of the last 2025 Family Public Workshop (12/06/2025). If you cannot enroll online due to Registration Cutoff, please call*, and a staff person may be able to help, if the class is not filled. They can also put you on a wait list for a future class.
CLASS DESCRIPTION: These workshops are for children* and adults of any skill level looking to explore ceramics in a social and creative environment . Each event, instructors will explore various hand-building techniques to help participants create their very own unique ceramic art (See list of Workshop Themes / Dates below).
*(Children ages 5-12 MUST be accompanied by a non-registered parent/guardian)
**Workshop Themes / Dates:
Pinch Pot Pumpkins: October 4; register by October 1
Holiday Luminaria Trees: November 1; register by October 29
Holiday Luminaria Snowmen: November 15; register by November 12
Holiday Ornaments: December 6; register by December 3
Min. 6 Students; Max 16
Materials included: All materials are included. Please allow 2–4 weeks for completion—we’ll notify you when your work is ready for pickup
AGES: 5 & Up
FEE: $30 .00 per class ($35 .00 non-resident)
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, or other Parks & Recs Centers; online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog (cilck ‘Arts’ and then ‘Ceramics Center’); OR over the phone.
*If you need help, call either the Parks & Rec Dept at (704) 920-5600, OR ClearWater Ceramics Office at (704) 920-6604 (Voicemails will get callbacks).
*You must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Parks & Recreation department 🏃🧑🦽🏋️ … Your account can then be used for all future registrations for any ClearWater Arts program or Event Rental, and/ or any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃
(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization which also uses the Civic Rec Platform. To register for our programs, please be sure you are viewing the City of Concord, NC Civic Rec platform.)
Don’t miss this inaugural Floral-Arranging Class with local floral designer, Uletha Oglesby of Florals at Jackson, held in the beautiful Greenway Gallery at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios in Concord, NC!
Join us for a cozy afternoon of creativity as we celebrate the beauty of the season with fresh fall-colored flowers. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to design your own floral arrangement using rich autumn tones—think golden yellows, burnt orange, deep burgundy, and warm rust hues.
Whether you’re a beginner or have experience with flowers, this class is all about slowing down, gathering together, and creating something beautiful to take home. Perfect for adding seasonal charm to your table, gifting to a friend, or simply enjoying a touch of autumn indoors.
All materials are provided, including a gorgeous selection of seasonal blooms, a vase, and guided instruction. Just bring your creativity and love of flowers!
📅 Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM OR 6:00 PM-7:30 PM (Choose time at registration link)
💲 Cost: $55 for City of Concord residents, $66 for non residents
📍 Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios 223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, NC 28025 [Greenway Gallery; Lower Level of Main Building, at South double-doors]
🌻 All materials provided | No experience needed 🌻
✨ Spaces are limited — reserve your spot today! ✨ REGISTER HERE (Find the ‘Arts’ Tab and then under ClearWater, find “November in Bloom.” You’ll need to create your account.)
INSTRUCTOR BIO: ULETHA OGLESBY
As the owner of Florals at Jackson, Uletha Oglesby brings her deep love for flowers and creative expression to every workshop she teaches. With a passion for helping others explore the art of floral design, she creates welcoming, hands-on experiences that celebrate community and nature’s beauty. Uletha’s approach blends artistry and education, encouraging each participant to see flowers not just as decorations—but as a joyful form of self-expression.
Don’t miss this inaugural Floral-Arranging Class with local floral designer, Uletha Oglesby of Florals at Jackson, held in the beautiful Greenway Gallery at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios in Concord, NC!
Join us for a cozy afternoon of creativity as we celebrate the beauty of the season with fresh fall-colored flowers. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to design your own floral arrangement using rich autumn tones—think golden yellows, burnt orange, deep burgundy, and warm rust hues.
Whether you’re a beginner or have experience with flowers, this class is all about slowing down, gathering together, and creating something beautiful to take home. Perfect for adding seasonal charm to your table, gifting to a friend, or simply enjoying a touch of autumn indoors.
All materials are provided, including a gorgeous selection of seasonal blooms, a vase, and guided instruction. Just bring your creativity and love of flowers!
📅 Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM OR 6:00 PM-7:30 PM (Choose time at registration link)
💲 Cost: $55 for City of Concord residents, $66 for non residents
📍 Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios 223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, NC 28025 [Greenway Gallery; Lower Level of Main Building, at South double-doors]
🌻 All materials provided | No experience needed 🌻
✨ Spaces are limited — reserve your spot today! ✨ REGISTER HERE (Find the ‘Arts’ Tab and then under ClearWater, find “November in Bloom.” You’ll need to create your account.)
INSTRUCTOR BIO: ULETHA OGLESBY
As the owner of Florals at Jackson, Uletha Oglesby brings her deep love for flowers and creative expression to every workshop she teaches. With a passion for helping others explore the art of floral design, she creates welcoming, hands-on experiences that celebrate community and nature’s beauty. Uletha’s approach blends artistry and education, encouraging each participant to see flowers not just as decorations—but as a joyful form of self-expression.
Season of Thanks: A Floral Workshop
Celebrate the beauty of gratitude and the colors of fall in Season of Thanks, a warm and inviting hands-on floral class. In this workshop, you’ll design your own harvest-inspired arrangement in a charming mason jar, using a lush mix of seasonal blooms — think golden mums, fiery dahlias, rust-colored chrysanthemums, rich marigolds, and sprigs of fall foliage.
Whether you’re new to floral arranging or a seasoned flower lover, this class offers a relaxing and creative way to welcome the season. You’ll learn essential floral design techniques, tips for color balance, and how to make your arrangement last through the holiday gatherings ahead.
Come solo or bring a friend — enjoy a cozy morning of creativity, conversation, and connection as we celebrate this season of thanks together. 🍂💐
📅 Date: Monday, November 24, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
💲 Cost: $55 for residents $66 for non residents
📍 Location: Clearwater Arts Center 223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, NC 28025
🌻 All materials provided | No experience needed 🌻
✨ Spaces are limited — reserve your spot today! ✨ REGISTER HERE (Find the ‘Arts’ Tab and then under ClearWater, find “November in Bloom.” This class is listed as the third class under that. You’ll need to create your account.)
INSTRUCTOR BIO: ULETHA OGLESBY
As the owner of Florals at Jackson, Uletha Oglesby brings her deep love for flowers and creative expression to every workshop she teaches. With a passion for helping others explore the art of floral design, she creates welcoming, hands-on experiences that celebrate community and nature’s beauty. Uletha’s approach blends artistry and education, encouraging each participant to see flowers not just as decorations—but as a joyful form of self-expression.
Free Demo with the CAG
CAROLINA SNOWFLAKE Weaving with Melinda Pavelyev
Instructor: Melinda Pavelyev
Sunday, November 9, 2025
Time 2-4:00 PM
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios. 223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord, NC 28025 Greenway Gallery; Enter at Kerr St. side of Main Building, double-doors. [Main Entrance, on Crowell Dr NW, will be closed.]
November’s Featured Demo is CAROLINA SNOWFLAKE Weaving with Melinda Pavelyev (description below). Join the Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater Tenant Organization, which coordinates and hosts these monthly Free Art Demonstrations by local artists for the enjoyment of the public. Location: Lower Level Greenway Gallery. Please use the Greenway Gallery doors – double-glass doors on the Southeast end of the Main Building, facing Kerr Street – and please arrive before 2:00 to be seated before the demonstration starts. Main Entrance will be closed. Free parking on campus (3 lots).
No need to register
The event is free and open to the public.
Please arrive before 2 PM, so as not to interrupt the speaker’s
presentation
See You There!
Cabarrus Art Guild is a tenant with a studio at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios
A bit About the Art Form: Carolina Snowflake -by Melinda Pavelyev
This craft design was first created by Billie Ruth Sudduth. Billie Ruth was born in Sewanee, TN in 1945 and grew up in Birmingham, AL. After college, in addition to being a wife and mother to 2 boys she worked as a social worker and school psychologist. During summer break in 1983 she took a basket making class at the community college. She fell in love. In 1989 Billie Ruth left her job at the school to do basketry full time.
Billie Ruth’s baskets have been on display at the Smithsonian Institution, Museum of Art and Design in New York, and other prestigious places. She was named a Living Treasure by North Carolina in 1997. This is the highest honor for North Carolinians in the crafting field. Billie Ruth died in 2021.
For more information visit www.Cabarrusartguild.org
Free Demo with the CAG
Wool Felting with Meghan McKillop
Instructor: Meghan McKillop
October 12, 2025
Time 2-4:00 PM
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios. 223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord, NC 28025 Greenway Gallery; Enter at Kerr St. side of Main Building, double-doors. [Main Entrance, on Crowell Dr NW, will be closed.]
October’s Featured Demo is Wool Felting, with Meghan McKillop. Join the Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater Tenant Organization, which coordinates and hosts these monthly Free Art Demonstrations by local artists for the enjoyment of the public. Location: Lower Level Greenway Gallery. Please use the Greenway Gallery doors – double-glass doors on the Southeast end of the Main Building, facing Kerr Street – and please arrive before 2:00 to be seated before the demonstration starts. Main Entrance will be closed. Free parking on campus (3 lots).
No need to register
The event is free and open to the public.
Please arrive before 2 PM, so as not to interrupt the speaker’s
presentation
See You There!
Cabarrus Art Guild is a tenant with a studio at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios
For more information visit www.Cabarrusartguild.org
DATES: Tuesdays, October 7 – November 25, 2025;
TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
REGISTRATION CUTOFF: Register by October 4th
NOTE: This posting stays up until Start Date of the Class (10/07/2025). If you cannot enroll online due to Registration Cutoff (10/04/25), please call*, and a staff person may be able to help, if the class is not filled. They can also put you on a wait list for a future class.
CLASS DESCRIPTION: Whether beginner or advanced, Mixed-Level Handbuilding is designed for students of all levels of experience . In this class students will learn a variety of clay construction techniques and will explore techniques like pinching, coiling, slab building, and using simple molds . Students will investigate various surface decoration techniques; gaining an understanding in techniques such as slip trailing, incising, stamped impressions, and wax resist to enhance their toolbox of clay knowledge . Each week students will be challenged to grow and evolve creatively through guided instruction and through self-guided practice with scheduled Open Studio times .
Min. 6 Students; Max 10
Materials included: Students receive a 25LB bag of clay, individual shelf space, glazing and firings, and scheduled Open Studio time in addition to class time.
AGES: 16 & up
FEE: $200 .00 per session ($256 .00 non-residents)
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, or other Parks & Recs Centers; online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog (cilck ‘Arts’ and then ‘Ceramics Center’); OR over the phone.
*If you need help, call either the Parks & Rec Dept at (704) 920-5600, OR ClearWater Ceramics Office at (704) 920-6604 (Voicemails will get callbacks).
*You must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Parks & Recreation department 🏃🧑🦽🏋️ … Your account can then be used for all future registrations for any ClearWater Arts program or Event Rental, and/ or any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃
(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization which also uses the Civic Rec Platform. To register for our programs, please be sure you are viewing the City of Concord, NC Civic Rec platform.)
Free Demo at the CAG
Paper Quilling
Instructor: Kristy Keistler
September 14, 2025
Time 2-4:00 PM
Where: Clearwater Art Center and Studios. 223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord, NC 28025 Greenway Gallery; Enter Kerr St. side of Main Building, double-doors.
Please join us for a demonstration in paper quilling with Kristy Kiestler! The techniques in paper quilling include rolling strips of paper into coils and shaping them into various forms such as circles, teardrops, squares and scrolls. The coils can be pinched or combined to create more complex patterns and designs. This is great demonstration to see and learn another form of the arts with one of our local artist!
Kristy has been involved with various art forms throughout her life. She has a diverse set of skills including alcohol ink, landscape quilting, metallic watercolor, polymer clay fairies, paper sculpting, paper quilling,coloring pages, and cake sculpting. Although cake sculpting occupied so much of her time, she is now retired from it. Currently, she mainly focuses on paper quilling designs, emphasizing its historical significance and her passion for it !
No need to register
The event is free and open to the public.
Please arrive before 2 PM, so as not to interrupt the speaker’s
presentation
See YouThere!
Cabarrus Art Guild is a tenant with a studio at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios
For more information visit www.Cabarrusartguild.org
WORKSHOP DATES**: Saturdays Sept. 13 and Oct. 18, 2025;
TIME: Each Workshop runs 2:00 – 4:00 PM on its Class Date
REGISTRATION CUTOFF: Register by the Wednesday Preceding Workshop
NOTE: This posting stays up until Start Date of the last 2025 Public (as opposed to Family Public) Workshop, i.e. 10/18/2025. If you cannot enroll online due to Registration Cutoff, please call*, and a staff person may be able to help, if the class is not filled. They can also put you on a wait list for a future class.
CLASS DESCRIPTION: Perfect for individuals or small groups of any skill level looking to explore ceramics in a social and creative environment . At each event, instructors will explore various hand-building techniques to help participants create their very own unique ceramic art . (See list of Workshop Themes / Dates below).
Fall Flowers: September 13; register by September 10
Leafy Dishes: October 18; register by October 15
Min. 6 Students; Max 16
Materials included: All materials are included. Please allow 2–4 weeks for completion—we’ll notify you when your work is ready for pickup
AGES: 12 & Up
FEE: $30 .00 per class ($35 .00 non-resident)
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, or other Parks & Recs Centers; online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog (cilck ‘Arts’ and then ‘Ceramics Center’); OR over the phone.
*If you need help, call either the Parks & Rec Dept at (704) 920-5600, OR ClearWater Ceramics Office at (704) 920-6604 (Voicemails will get callbacks).
*You must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Parks & Recreation department 🏃🧑🦽🏋️ … Your account can then be used for all future registrations for any ClearWater Arts program or Event Rental, and/ or any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃
(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization which also uses the Civic Rec Platform. To register for our programs, please be sure you are viewing the City of Concord, NC Civic Rec platform.)
DATES: Saturdays, September 13 – November 1, 2025;
TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
REGISTRATION CUTOFF: Register by September 10th
NOTE: This posting stays up until Start Date of the Class (9/13/2025). If you cannot enroll online due to Registration Cutoff (9/10/25), please call*, and a staff person may be able to help, if the class is not filled. They can also put you on a wait list for a future class.
CLASS DESCRIPTION: Have you always wanted to learn how to spin pots on the pottery wheel? Beginner students will learn a variety of techniques to create usable pottery . Students with previous experience will learn techniques to make more complex forms and build their skill set . This class is great for all levels of students to explore the potter’s wheel in our fun & creative clay community!
Min. 6 Students; Max 10
Materials included: Students receive a 25LB bag of clay, individual shelf space, glazing and firings, and scheduled Open Studio time in addition to class time.
AGES: 16 & up
FEE: $200 .00 per session ($256 .00 non-residents)
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, or other Parks & Recs Centers; online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog (click ‘Arts’ and then ‘Ceramics Center’); OR over the phone.
*If you need help, call either the Parks & Rec Dept at (704) 920-5600, OR ClearWater Ceramics Office at (704) 920-6604 (Voicemails will get callbacks).
*You must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Parks & Recreation department 🏃🧑🦽🏋️ … Your account can then be used for all future registrations for any ClearWater Arts program or Event Rental, and/ or any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃
(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization which also uses the Civic Rec Platform. To register for our programs, please be sure you are viewing the City of Concord, NC Civic Rec platform.)
DATES: Tuesdays, September 9 – October 14, 2025;
TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
REGISTRATION CUTOFF: Register by September 6, 2025
NOTE: This posting stays up until Start Date of the Class (9/09/2025). If you cannot enroll online due to Registration Cutoff (9/06/25), please call*, and a staff person may be able to help, if the class is not filled. They can also put you on a wait list for a future class.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:This class is for students who would like to make the projects that we will use to demonstrate in our workshops! Each week we will have a theme, as well as provide instruction on how to create the project . This course is great for beginners, and intermediate students alike!
Min. 6 Students; Max 10
Materials included: Students receive a 25LB bag of clay, individual shelf space, glazing and firings, and scheduled Open Studio time in addition to class time.
AGES: 16 & up
FEE: $150 .00 per session ($192 .00 non-residents)
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, or other Parks & Recs Centers; online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog (cilck ‘Arts’ and then ‘Ceramics Center’); OR over the phone.
*If you need help, call either the Parks & Rec Dept at (704) 920-5600, OR ClearWater Ceramics Office at (704) 920-6604 (Voicemails will get callbacks).
*You must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Parks & Recreation department 🏃🧑🦽🏋️ … Your account can then be used for all future registrations for any ClearWater Arts program or Event Rental, and/ or any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃
(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization which also uses the Civic Rec Platform. To register for our programs, please be sure you are viewing the City of Concord, NC Civic Rec platform.)
WORKSHOP DATE: Saturday Sept. 6, 2025;
TIME: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
REGISTRATION CUTOFF: Sept. 3
NOTE: This posting stays up until Start Date of the Family Public Workshop (9/06/2025). If you cannot enroll online due to Registration Cutoff (9/03/25), please call*, and a staff person may be able to help, if the class is not filled. They can also put you on a wait list for a future class.
CLASS DESCRIPTION: These workshops are for children* and adults of any skill level looking to explore ceramics in a social and creative environment . Each event, instructors will explore various hand-building techniques to help participants create their very own unique ceramic art (See list of Workshop Themes / Dates below).
*(Children ages 5-12 MUST be accompanied by a non-registered parent/guardian)
Min. 6 Students; Max 16
Materials included: All materials are included. Please allow 2–4 weeks for completion—we’ll notify you when your work is ready for pickup
AGES: 5 & Up
FEE: $30 .00 per class ($35 .00 non-resident)
Registration can be done [IN ADVANCE] on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, or other Parks & Recs Centers; online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog (cilck ‘Arts’ and then ‘Ceramics Center’); OR over the phone.
*If you need help, call either the Parks & Rec Dept at (704) 920-5600, OR ClearWater Ceramics Office at (704) 920-6604 (Voicemails will get callbacks).
*You must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Parks & Recreation department 🏃🧑🦽🏋️ … Your account can then be used for all future registrations for any ClearWater Arts program or Event Rental, and/ or any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃
(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization which also uses the Civic Rec Platform. To register for our programs, please be sure you are viewing the City of Concord, NC Civic Rec platform.)
DATES: Thursdays, September 4 – October 23, 2025;
TIME: 6:00 – 8:30 PM
REGISTRATION CUTOFF: Register by September 1
NOTE: This posting stays up until Start Date of the Class (9/4/2025). If you cannot enroll online due to Registration Cutoff (9/1/25), please call*, and a staff person may be able to help, if the class is not filled. They can also put you on a wait list for a future class.
Pictured: Instructor Andrea Cunningham
CLASS DESCRIPTION: This course is for students who have an independent working knowledge of basic hand-building (pinching, coiling, & slab-building) and wheel-throwing skills. During this course, participants will learn a design process which will help them practice brainstorming, developing, and refining original ideas . These ideas will be used during the course of the session to create personal projects with the help of an experienced studio instructor.
Min. 6 Students; Max 12
Materials included: Students receive a 25LB bag of clay, individual shelf space, glazing and firings, and scheduled Open Studio time in addition to class time.
AGES: 16 & up
FEE: $200 .00 per session ($256 .00 non-residents)
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, or other Parks & Recs Centers; online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog (cilck ‘Arts’ and then ‘Ceramics Center’); OR over the phone.
*If you need help, call either the Parks & Rec Dept at (704) 920-5600, OR ClearWater Ceramics Office at (704) 920-6604 (Voicemails will get callbacks).
*You must create an account on the City Of Concord Civic Rec software platform for the Parks & Recreation department 🏃🧑🦽🏋️ … Your account can then be used for all future registrations for any ClearWater Arts program or Event Rental, and/ or any other City of Concord Parks & Recreation activities. 😃
(please note, Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation is a different organization which also uses the Civic Rec Platform. To register for our programs, please be sure you are viewing the City of Concord, NC Civic Rec platform.)
Ready to take your ceramics to the next level? Join our Glazing & Surface Decorating class and explore the art of color, texture, and finishing techniques that make your pieces truly pop! Perfect for beginners and experienced potters alike.
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, and/or other Parks & Recs Centers. You may also register online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog, within the 'ClearWater Arts Center' listing, under ‘Arts’.
*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.)
Free Demo with the CAG
Instructor: Karen Wilder
When: Sunday July 13, 2025
Time: 2:00-4:00
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery
223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N.C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot
Title: Art Trading Cards
Artist: Karen Wilder
When: July 13, 2025
Time: 2-4PM
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios, found at 223 Crowell
Dr. NW, Concord, N.C. 28025…. enter Kerr St. side doors, lower
parking lot-Greenway Gallery
Artist, Karen Wilder, will be telling us about art trading cards, and
the process of how they are made with mixed media. Karen will
also explain the trades made to collect other artists’ work!
Karen Johnson Wilder, a resident of Concord since 2012, is an
experienced mixed media collage artist. She enjoys facilitating
workshops for creatives and those that think they are not
creative. She helps create visual journals, SoulCollage, and Art
Trading Cards.
No need to register
The event is free and open to the public.
Please arrive before 2 PM, so as not to interrupt the speaker’s
presentation
See YouThere!
For more information visit www.Cabarrusartguild.org
Bee Watering Station – July 12, 2-4 PM
Ceramics Workshop
Let’s “bee” friendly to our little buzzing buddies and create a refueling spot for all their hard work. The bees, butterflies, and other beautiful flying critters will be overjoyed to find this along their busy routes.
No experience needed.
Ages 5+
$30 for residents / $35 for non-residents
Spots are limited – register now!!
***CHILDREN AGES 5-12 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A NON-REGISTERED PARENT/GUARDIAN***
*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
NEW CLASS at our Ceramics Center, Thursdays, July 10- Aug 28: Developing Ideas in Clay 6:00pm-8:30pm; Register or cancel by July 7 ($200 City Resident/$256 Non-Resident) Ages 18+
Discrete link just to the enrollment page for this class:
https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTM2NDE5NTc=
This 8 week course delves into the creative potential of clay, emphasizing the transformation of abstract thoughts and concepts into tangible Ceramic forms. Students will explore various handbuilding techniques, like pinching, coiling, and slab construction, while developing a personal artistic voice.
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, and/or other Parks & Recs Centers. You may also register online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog, within the 'ClearWater Arts Center' listing, under ‘Arts’.
*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.)
Create beautiful ceramic picnic plates perfect for a backyard cookout or family outing!
Join us in a joyful and welcoming atmosphere, where your creativity can flourish! Ideal for ages 12+ and open to the public.
All materials are included in the price.
Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.
$30 for City of Concord Residents
$35 for Non-Residents
*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process. 🔥🔥🔥
*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 of Concord Parks & Recreation facility.*
—> 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 this Link: https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc
When: June 8, 2025
Time: 2-4PM
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios, found at 223 Crowell Dr. NW, Concord, N.C. 28025; enter Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot-Greenway Gallery.
Tina will be showcasing the process of creating Cyanotypes on pretreated surfaces. Additionally, she will illustrate various methods for applying the solution to both paper and fabric, as part of the preparation for development. Her presentation will include techniques to enhance Cyanotypes.
Tina Vincent is a dedicated artist, and art educator. Her passion for experimentation, drives her to create captivating combinations in her work. As a teacher, she continuously seeks out new techniques, and explores their potential, enriching her artistic practice. Tina is also known for her papier-mache that celebrates women of color. She has a strong focus on collage, art quilts, and Cyanotypes.
No need to register
The event is free and open to the public.
Please arrive before 2 PM, so as not to interrupt the speaker's presentation.
See You There!
***CHILDREN AGES 5-12 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A NON-REGISTERED PARENT/GUARDIAN***
*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 2 hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price.
Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.
$30 for City of Concord Residents
$35 for Non-Residents
All materials included in price.
*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process.
*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 2 hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price.
Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.
$30 for City of Concord Residents
$35 for Non-Residents
All materials included in price.
*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process.
*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 clay workshop is perfect for anyone interested in experiencing pottery in a fun and social setting! Enjoy an introductory session at the potter's wheel while learning basic techniques to create your own unique functional pottery piece. All items made during the workshop are safe for food use, including dishwashers, and microwaves! Create something beautifully unique that you can enjoy for years to come, all in a casual and comfortable environment.
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This 2.5-hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price.
Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.
$60 for City of Concord Residents 🏡
$73 for Non-residents 🏘️
*Please note that the studio will process the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process. 🔥
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*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
Craft stylish planters in clay. Perfect to add a touch of greenery to any space.
Join us in a joyful and welcoming atmosphere, where your creativity can flourish! Ideal for ages 12+ and open to the public.
All materials are included in the price.
Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.
$30 for City of Concord Residents
$35 for Non-Residents
*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process. 🔥🔥🔥
*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 of Concord Parks & Recreation facility.*
—> 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 this Link: https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc
Free Demo with the CAG
Instructor: Eric Melton
When: Sunday April 13, 2025
Time: 2:00-4:00
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery
223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N.C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot
Eric has been drawing caricatures since 1993 and is going to be showing us just how he does his work. Eric draws cartoon portraits for trade shows, weddings, corporate and college events. This is a fantastic opportunity for our members to experience!
No need to register. For more information visit www.Cabarrusartguild.org
This event is free and open to the public. Please arrive before 2:00 PM so as not to interrupt the instructor.
See You There!
Ages 9-12
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, and/or other Parks & Recs Centers. You may also register online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog, within the 'ClearWater Arts Center' tab.
*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.)
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, and/or other Parks & Recs Centers. You may also register online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog, within the 'ClearWater Arts Center' tab.
*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.)
Free Demo with the CAG
Instructor: Josh King
When: Sunday February 16, 2025
Time: 2:00-4:00
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery
223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N.C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot
🎉See you there!
No need to register. For more information visit www.Cabarrusartguild.org
This event is free and open to the public. Please arrive before 2:00 PM so as not to interrupt the instructor.
See You There!
Embrace the magic of creativity this Valentine’s Day at a fun clay workshop! 💞
Craft a charming ceramic heart wall pocket, perfect for showcasing plants, flowers,
or any treasures your heart wishes to display!
Join us in a joyful and welcoming atmosphere, where your creativity can flourish! Ideal for ages 12+ and open to the public.
All materials are included in the price.
Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.
$30 for City of Concord Residents
$35 for Non-Residents
*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process. 🔥🔥🔥
*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 of Concord Parks & Recreation facility.*
—> 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 this Link: https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc
This 2 hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price.
Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.
$30 for City of Concord Residents
$35 for Non-Residents
All materials included in price.
*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process.
*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 2 hour workshop is open to the public and all materials are included in the price.
Experience the joy of working with clay in a supportive, hands-on environment regardless of your skill level.
$30 for City of Concord Residents
$35 for Non-Residents
All materials included in price.
*Please note that the instructors will fire the items, and your creation will be ready a few weeks after completion due to the multi-step firing process.
*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
Kickstart your child's creativity this January with youth clay classes at ClearWater Ceramic Center! Unleash their inner artist in one of our clay classes today!
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, and/or other Parks & Recs Centers. You may also register online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog, within the 'ClearWater Arts Center' tab.
*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.)
Free Demo with the CAG
Instructor: Susan Tobelman
When: Sunday January 12, 2025
Time: 2:00-4:00
Where: Clearwater Arts Center and Studios - Greenway Gallery
223 Crowell Dr. NW Concord, N.C. 28025. Enter at Kerr St. side doors, lower parking lot
Registration can be done on-site at the Ceramics Center, the ClearWater Main Building, and/or other Parks & Recs Centers. You may also register online via https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog, within the 'ClearWater Arts Center' tab.
*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.)
In addition to providing the Gallery space (and, soon, the Banquet/ Multipurpose Room downstairs) for event Rentals, ClearWater Artist Studios also produces a growing variety of events. The 2nd Saturday Open Studios day, an open-house allowing access to artists working in their studios and anything else programmed that day, occurs monthly.
For an at-a-glance look at all events including classes, see Calendar view.
Seminars, and other events which may contain instructional presentation will be listed under Classes.
Past event pages, may hold photos of that event.
ClearWater is becoming; It is a place where...
Artists find community with other artists;
The Community finds artists and access to art;
Artists, and the Community find ways to interact, discuss, and be inspired to new (creative) ways of thinking.
CLEARWATER Arts Center & Studios lies in the Gibson Village Neighborhood, less than a mile from Historic Downtown Concord, NC.
223 Crowell Drive NW
Concord, NC 28025
FOR MAIN BUILDING STAFF:
Sarah Gay - ClearWater Coordinator
gays@concordnc.gov
Main Building General Line: (704) 920-6600
FOR CERAMICS STAFF:
Dave Buskey- Park and Recreation Supervisor
Ceramics Center Phone Number:
704.920-6604
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704.920-6600 | ClearWater Arts Official Address: 223 Crowell DR NW | Concord, NC 28025 | gays@concordnc.gov
MAIN BUILDING & GALLERIES Hours Open for Drop-In Visits: W-Fri., 12 Noon - 5:00 p.m.. & Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
CERAMICS CENTER HOURS - Generally Tues- Friday, 10:30 a.m. - 5 pm; Additional access for enrolled students at Class Times / Ceramics Office; (704) 920-6604
