Looking for fun & creative activities the whole family can enjoy. Students can learn to draw, dance, paint, make jewelry, design mosaics, get fit, and much more. Their talented photography class instructors will ensure you capture those summer vacation memories! QACe has partnered with the YMCA to offer kids’ camps sure to cure those summer blues!
Painting an Eastern Shore Landscape in Watercolor
Some people say watercolors are difficult. Instructor Kurt Plinke disagrees. Over 30 years of painting in the medium, he’s found that it can be learned easily and that watercolor can be a blast. Join him as he paints a typical Eastern Shore landscape including fields, barns and distant trees. Students will start by working up drawings, then use basic techniques to create views that have depth, color and feeling and they’ll have fun in the process! Materials: registered students will receive a supply list. Register by 5/23. $60($55 members) Ages 14+
Painting Birds in Goouache – 5 wks June 2 – 30 Tues 10 am – 12 pm
Students will explore the medium of gouache and learn characteristics of avian anatomy, feather coloration along with techniques for painting birds. Instructor and painter Ric Conn studied at the Corcoran College of Art and the Maryland Institute College of Art. He teaches regularly to students of all ages. Materials: Registered students will receive a supplies list. Register by 5/30. $130($105 members) $85 groups of 4+ Ages 16+
Beautiful Skies and Dramatc Clouds in Watercolor –June 3rd 10 am-4 pm
Join award winning artist and instructor Steve Bleinberger for a fun, hands on, personalized watercolor workshop that will show you how to paint magnificent skies. This class will have plenty of demos and tips on how to make your next sky gorgeous! All levels welcome. Materials: Registered students will receive a supplies list. Register by 5/27. $60($55 members) Ages 14+
Watercolors and Wildlife 8 wks Thurs 6-9 pm June 11-July 30
Learn how to add important details to a watercolor painting using basic watercolor techniques with . Instructor Kurt Plinke This fun and easy class will focus on the natural world while each student completes several small watercolors. A great class for painters at all levels. Materials: registered students will receive a supply list. Register by 6/4. $105 ($95 members) Ages 14+
PAINTing a bird IN WATERCOLOR June 2711 am-5 pm
Instructor Kurt Plinke makes painting wildlife fun, easy and understandable. With simple-to-learn basic watercolor techniques you will paint a life-like little bird on a branch during this all day workshop [with a working lunch break.] By day’s end you will have basic understanding of washes, wet-in-wet and dry-brush techniques. Materials: registered students will receive a supply list. Register by 6/19. $60($55 members) Ages 14+
Advanced Painting Birds in Gouache 6 wks Tues 10 am- 12 pm July 7-Aug. 18 (no class July 28)
This class begins with a brief review of skills from previous class. Compositional design, subject size and placement, color mixing, color application, matting and framing will all be covered. We’ll also explore the different techniques used for painting birds of various sizes and color patterns. The students will paint birds of various sizes and colors to gain experience in these techniques. Designed to increase technical and compositional skills, this class will also aid students in their ability to recognize features necessary for realistic depiction of not only birds but all wildlife. Instructor Ric Conn (see above) Materials: Registered students will receive a supplies list. Register by 7/1. $155 ($125 members) $105 groups of 4 + Ages 16+
Outdoor Photography in Delmarva June 6 12-7 pm
Photographer Jay Fleming will share fine art photography techniques while revealing different subjects and locations unique to the Delmarva Peninsula. Students are encouraged to bring in their own photographs for critique. Bring an SLR camera or a point and shoot. Jay’s award-winning photography showcases his passion for the outdoors and photography. The class will conclude with a field photo-shoot from 5-7 pm. Register by 6/1. $130 ($115 members) $105 pp, groups of 2+Ages 12+
“Mom Can shoot” basic digital photography June 13. 10 a.m. -4 p.m. (with 1 hour lunch break)
It’s said that this generation is the most photographed. With the ease of smart phones and digital cameras, we can snap and share all day long! But taking goodis a different matter. This workshop offersdigital photography for moms, dads, or any novice wanting to break out of Auto Mode on their DSLR camera. Taught by New York-based photographer of newborn, child, and families, Amanda Lessner, the course will cover camera gear, aperture, ISO, shutter speed, white balance, lighting, histograms, composition rules, and some light editing. You’ll learn the skills to shoot in manual mode so you can create stunning images. DSLR Camera required. Course book provided. Register by 6/6 Ages 14+. $150($140 members) Ages 14+
Sunday Craft Workshops at Wye River Designs ~ Take one or all!
Instructor Candace Liccione grew up in the craft industry with her family’s business: Aleene’s Tacky Glue. Teaching crafts for many years, she now owns Wye River Designs where she teaches all kinds of crafts. Location: 4300 Main St, Grasonville. Registration deadlines are 1 week prior to class. Ages 13+
- I: Mosaic Sun Catcher – June 28, 1-4 pm $35 Using a picture frame as a base, students will create a mosaic on glass with cathedral mosaic tiles. Great to hang in a sunny window!
- II: Mosaic Stepping Stone – July 5, 1-5 pm $53 Learn to make a square foot concrete stepping stone with a beach, garden or other theme. Use tiles and stained glass for this design. Learn how to glue the tiles and apply grout to the piece.
- III: Basic Jewelry Making – July 19, 1-3 p.m. $45 Learn the basics of making your own jewelry. Learn to crimp and attach clasps, use wire and stretchy cord, use eye-pins, jump rings and other jewelry findings. You will make a necklace, earrings and bracelet. Feel free to bring old jewelry or beads from home to this class.
Zumba® Dance Fitness Drop in Tues & Thurs. 6-7 p.m. $5 per class Ages 13+
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Ditch the workout, join the party, lose yourself in the music and find yourself getting toned and in shape at the ultimate dance-fitness party! Before you know it, you’ll be getting fit and your energy levels will be soaring. Instructor Heather Efland is a licensed Zumba instructor certified in Zumba® toning. No pre-registration required.
21st Century Genealogy for Family Historians June 17 7-9 pm
The computer and internet have revolutionized how we do family research. No more pencil and paper and shelves full of files. In this workshop you will download a basic genealogy program from the internet and enter a three generation pedigree and family group sheet. We will explore several paid and free sites that contain images of original records that place your family at a specific time and place in history. Discussion will cover definition of “family”, citing sources and further tips for research. A personal computer or device with internet capability is required. (A limited number of computers may be made available.) Instructor Catherine Wilson is a professional member of many Genealogy societies and has extensive experience in the field. Register by 6/11. $15($10 members) Ages 18+
Children’s Creativity Arts Camp Mon, Tues & Wed 1 pm –2:30pm
3 sessions: June, 29, 30 July 1. II. July 6, 7, 8; III. August 3, 4, 5
Children will explore their individual creativity while creating art projects with instructor Maria Sage that will increase their art and self expression skills. They will create a different project each day using different art materials (such as watercolor, tempera, and oil pastels) and a variety of techniques. The projects your little artist will bring home are sure to be treasured masterpieces! Materials: $10 fee paid to instructor. Limited to 10 campers. $70 ($60 members) Ages 5-12
Summer Camps in partnership with the YMCA:
The Queen Anne’s County Family YMCA offers weekly arts camps in partnership with the Arts Council. Camp Drop-off will be 8:30 a.m. at the Centre for the Arts at 12 pm campers will transition to Gunston School for the remainder of the day where pick up will take place. Campers will spend the first half of the day at the Centre for the Arts engaged in arts related activities and the second half enjoying a variety of activities such as canoeing, games and songs, arts and crafts. Camp runs from 9 a.m. to 4 pm with after care available to 6 pm at no additional cost. Campers must bring lunch, water and 2 snacks daily.
Queen Anne’s Players Theatre Group $175 week June 15-19 – ages 5-7 & July 27-31 – ages 8-12
Led by local actor extraordinaire and experienced counselors, participants explore the skills and freedoms of the theatre world! Costumes and props set the stage as children learn about movement and stage presence, performing light scene work from favorite shows and playing fun theatre games to build confidence, expression, presence and creativity. Limited to 14 campers
2D Art $175 week June 15-19 – ages 8-12, July 6-10 – ages 5-7, & July 27-31, ages 8-12
Explore the artistic side of everything you can do on paper. Students will discover a variety of 2D mediums such as papermaking, drawing, printmaking and painting. At the end of the week, campers will take home a portfolio of the work they created to share with family and friends. Limited to 13 campers.
Messy Masterpieces $175 /week July 6-10, ages 8-12 & July 20-24, ages 5-7
Prepare to dive into making art using printing techniques, rollers, spraying, dripping, dying, and papier maché. Working both inside and outside, campers take inspiration from the world around them. There’s so much to discover and have lots of silly fun, too! With local artist Susan Mayberry or one of the other talented Arts Council Artists. Limited to 13 campers.
Summer Free Concerts – Thursdays in the Park
June 25 Wheelhouse ~ Millstream Park ~ Classic Rock
July 2 21 Horses ~ Chesapeake Heritage Center ~ Country
July 16 Chris Sacks Band ~ Hemingways Restaurant ~ Beach Tunes
August 6 Hot Tub Limo ~ Chesapeake Heritage Center ~ Today’s Hits Maryland’s 2014 Coverband of the Year
August 20 Sunnyland Band & Rock Candy Cloggers ~ Chesapeake Heritage Ctr Blues for Family & Kids & featuring an acclaimed Storyteller.
Queen Annes County Arts Council
410-758-2520
206 S Commerce St.
Centreville, MD 21617
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