An unforgettable evening where jazz, visual art, and philanthropy collide.

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Grab a friend and come on out to Waterworks. Just bring your imagination - we’ll supply the rest!

Get your whimsy on with this introduction to fused glass art. You'll be using stringers, dots, curves, and scraps of glass to create your unique piece of glass art. No experience required, just your creativity!

Young artists will create adorable clay bunnies in celebration of the return of spring. Using hand-building techniques of rolling, cutting, and pinching, students will assemble heads, ears, eyes and tails, then finish them with paint-on glazes, which will turn colorful upon firing in the kiln.

The decoration of eggs is an age old craft. Fabrege̕ eggs, first designed around 1880, are among the most exquisite. Design your own jeweled beauty using an authentic blown-out goose egg. Inspired by Fabrege̕, embellish your egg with faux diamonds and pearls, richly pigmented paints, gold leaf and more.

In this workshop, Al-Rawi will demonstrate creating a surreal atmosphere using dry brush technique with acrylic paint, and guide students individually.

Take your paintings to the next level with in-depth lessons on linear and aerial perspective, and the advanced use of light effects resulting in exciting and convincing paintings. This class is for students who have already studied the fundamental principles of composition and color.

Lifted by the wind and guided by a string, kites are fun for all ages. In this class, toddlers will decorate their kites with all kinds of colorful drawings, shapes and stickers.

Inspired by exhibiting artist Katherine Diuguid, students will stitch and embellish small original creations for decoration or practical use. No sewing experience is necessary.

In this workshop, participants will stitch a small needlebook inspired by Katherine's "Weeds" collection. Techniques include Appliqué, Stem Stitch, Running Stitch, French Knots, and Seeding. Finished size is 3”x3”. High-end materials kits provided. All kits include linen, wool felt, cotton embroidery flosses, needles, and instructional booklet. Bring a bag lunch. (Embroidery experience required).

Inspired by the work of exhibiting artist Hope Holmes, students will create and decorate a container to display their own most important and personal objects.

Join us this evening in the galleries, where you can meet the exhibiting artists and enjoy their works of art. Refreshments and wine will be served. This event is free.

Reach that peaceful, artful feeling in an evening of uninterrupted creative expression in the galleries. Choose from drawing, coloring, collaging, creative writing and more. No pressure, just fun, stress-relieving relaxation through art. Ahhh….

Join instructor and professional potter, Brent Smith, in the studio for all things clay. Beginners will learn the basics of hand-building and throwing on the wheel. Experienced students will improve their skills and explore new approaches.

Exhibit: IT’S IN THE GENES: A Mother and Daughter Show

Kids love pounding flowers and plants to create natural pigments. Be amazed at what they create in this holiday workshop.

Exhibit: THE WEIGHT OF ALL THAT IS

SACRED SPACES 360°: Documenting the rich history and beautiful spiritual spaces of the Piedmont