NCCA-Holiday Artist Market

November 18 – December 30

It’s that time again! Time to visit NCCA-Artsplace to shop for great personal holiday gifts! The Holiday Artist Market opens on Saturday, November 18 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Make your selections from handmade functional or decorative pottery, unique paintings, prints, textiles, candles, photography, wood turning, sculpture and jewelry. Decorate your tree this year with a variety of handmade ornaments or give them as the perfect holiday gift! Whether you’re looking for fine hand made jewelry for that special someone, new ornaments for the tree or an original painting, you’ll find it all at NCCA-Artsplace Holiday Artist Market!

Fused Glass Ornaments

Fused Glass Ornaments

Tues., Nov. 2 6:00-8:00 p.m. OR

Fri., Nov. 5 10:30 a.m.-12:30 pm. OR

Wed., Nov. 10 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Ages 16+ $45 (Members $40)

A great introduction to glass fusing. Using glass cutting tools and techniques students will use a wide selection of fusible glass to create two fused glass ornaments. Three dates to choose from!

Christmas In July – Fused Glass Ornaments

Thursday, July 12, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Class Fee: $30 ($25 Members)

Ages 16-Adult

Spend a summer evening discovering the art of glass fusing. In this class you will learning to cut glass and use frit and stringers in your creations. Prepare to make at least four ornaments. After the fusing process the ornaments will be ready for pick up after July 26.

INSPIRE – Classes for Teens – November 9 Fused Glass Ornaments

Thursdays 3:45-5:15 p.m. Ages 12-18
Class Fee $10 These classes are funded in part by a grant from the FACF Youth Advisory Committee.
These exciting and exploratory art classes are designed to give middle and high school students a chance to learn about art styles and mediums they might not get in a classroom. All materials provided. December 7 & 14 Portfolio Building requires students attend both days.
September 21 Glass Bead Making
Using Italian glass rods and hot head torches students will create several unique glass beads to fit a leather cuff.
September 28 Silver Clay
Cristine Grim will teach students the process of using silver clay, texture tools, and torch firing to create a silver pendant.
October 5 Needle Felted Bat with Olivia
Fiber artist Olivia Johnson will help students use felting needles, wool roving and embroidery materials to create a flying bat for Halloween festivities!
October 19 Theatrical Makeup
A paint based method of creating optical illusion, depth, and dramatic character on the human face. Students will work on themselves in addition to watching a live model demonstration. Just in time for costume planning!
November 9 Fused Glass Ornaments
Using glass cutting tools, frit, stringers and a wide variety of fusible glass, students will make two of their own unique ornaments to be fired in the kiln.
November 30 Silk Painting
A great gift idea, or a fashion accessory for fall, students will use resist and dye to paint a long silk scarf.
December 7 & 14 Portfolio Building
To prepare for college applications, scholarships and exhibits, artists need a good portfolio. Participants need to bring artwork to photograph, a resume and will complete a physical portfolio and a digital portfolio on a flash drive. Must attend both days!