Friday, Jan 9, 2026 – Gelatin Printing Basics Workshop
Time/Location: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Jordan Matthews High School
CAG Artists: Presenter, Gretchen Kapity, with CAG Host, Jane Eckenrode
Participants: Jordan Matthews HS Students only
Class Size: Several classes, 40+ students total
Workshop Description:
Gelatin printing is a fun medium that can incorporate a variety of techniques. The product can be used as stand-alone art or as paper for collage or backgrounds to paint on.
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 – Working by Commissions Workshop
Time/Location: 1:00 – 3:00 PM. 79° West, 120 Mosaic Blvd., Suite 120, in Chatham Park, Pittsboro, NC. CAG Artists: Presenter, Susan Baker Cartledge, with CAG Host, Cally Curtis
Participation: Open to CAG members and all visual artists in Chatham County
Class Size: 12
Workshop Description:
Working by commission is a great way to interact with your clients and get your name out to the larger public. However, as commissioning is not for everyone, we will talk about different aspects of this niche for selling your work and whether you feel it’s a good fit for you. We’ll discuss how to advertise, set rates, educate your client, create a commission schedule, draw up a contract with your client, make up invoices, handle unrealistic requests, and more. There’ll also be an opportunity to role-play using each other as artist/contractor so you can get an idea about how to discuss commissioning works with clients. Sample contracts will be available as well as other resources for you to have for future use. (Registration has ended)
Saturday, February 7, 2026 – Watercolor Floral Postcards Workshop
Time/Location: 1:00 – 3:00 PM. Kathy Flood’s Studio, Chapel Hill, NC
CAG Artists: Presenter, Rachel Brown and CAG host, Kathy Flood
Participation: Open to CAG members and all Chatham County visual artists, teachers & high school students
Class Size: 8
Supplies: Bring watercolors & brushes; only postcard paper provided
Workshop Description:
A class for beginners in which we will “let go” and play with the unique properties of watercolor. Participants will leave the class with several loose watercolor floral postcards suitable for sending to friends and loved ones. (Registration has ended.)
Saturday, February 28, 2026 – Getting into Galleries
Time/Location: 1:00-3:00 PM, 79° West, 120 Mosaic Blvd., Suite 120, in Chatham Park, Pittsboro, NC.
CAG Artists: Presenter, Darcy Szeremi, with Host, Cally Curtis
Participation: Open to adults, teens 14+ and CAG members in Chatham County
Class Size: 12
Supplies: Bring laptop, pen and paper for taking notes
Workshop Description:
If you have the desire to expand your work into showing in galleries, there are tools that can be useful. In this workshop, long-time professional artist Darcy Szeremi covers different aspects of how to prepare your presentation and the basics of what you need to include. To register, please click here before February 25, 2026.
Saturday, March 21, 2026 – Gelatin Printing Basics Workshop
Time/Location: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Chatham County Arts Center, 964 East Street, Suite 105, Pittsboro, NC 27312
CAG Artists: Presenter, Gretchen Kapity, with CAG Host, Jane Eckenrode
Participation: Open to adults, teens 14+ and CAG members in Chatham County
Class Size: 16
Supplies: Provided
Workshop Description:
Gelatin printing is a fun medium that can incorporate a variety of techniques. CAG Artist Gretchen Kapity shows you how products can be used as stand-alone art or as paper for collage or backgrounds to paint on. This workshop is hosted by Chatham County Parks and Recreation. Registration begins February 2, 2026. Register directly for The Art of Gelatin Printing at the Chatham Arts Center facility here.
Saturday, March 28, 2026 – Beginning Weaving
Time/Location: 1:00 – 3:00 PM, 79° West Coworking Space & Innovation Hub, 120 Mosaic Blvd., Pittsboro, NC 27312
CAG Artists: Presenter, Kristin Bergsten, with Host, Anna Julian
Participation: Open to adults, teens 14+ and CAG members in Chatham County
Class Size: 10
Supplies: Bring laptop, pen and paper for taking notes
Workshop Description:
Kristin Bergsten loves weaving and is an expert at her craft. In this presentation, she demonstrates how to make textiles on her portable floor loom in both plain weave and twill patterns. She’ll provide samples of her work for you to examine and discuss, resourceful handouts, and share great tips beginners should know before investing in supplies and equipment.
This workshop is part of our new Arts Skills Development Series, made possible in part by a Grassroots Grant from the Chatham Artists Guild and North Carolina Arts Council. Artists Guild members Kristin Bergsten will present the workshop and Anna Julian will be your host. To register, please click here before March 21, 2026.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 – Greater Success in Ceramic Glazing
Time/Location: 2:00-4:00 PM. 79° West, 120 Mosaic Blvd., Suite 120, in Chatham Park, Pittsboro, NC.
CAG Artists: Presenter, Lee Kazanas, with Host, Susan Baker Cartledge
Participation: Open to adults, teens 14+ and CAG members in Chatham County
Class Size: 10-14
Supplies: Bring a piece that didn’t work out and one you’re happy with
Workshop Description:
Sometimes you learn more from what didn’t work out than what did. In this workshop, Lee Kazanas will talk about his own failures and successes with glazes and help trouble-shoot why he thinks your pieces turned out the way they did. He’ll discuss different glaze techniques, the virtues of commercial glazes, answer questions, and provide informational handouts that can help you enjoy happier results in the kiln. To register, please click here before April 5, 2026.
Sunday, April 26, 2026 – Photographing 3-D Art
Time/Location: 2:00 – 4:00 PM, Wandless Crafts Studio, 1244 Cedar Grove Rd., Pittsboro, NC 27312
CAG Artists: Presenters, Amy & Greg Wandless, with Host, Jane Eckenrode
Participation: Open to adults, teens 14+ and CAG members in Chatham County
Class Size: 12
Supplies: Bring a 3-D piece (or photo of one), cellphone, and a camera if you wish
Workshop Description:
Photographing 3-D artwork presents challenges. How do you capture the dimensionality, surface quality, colors, and texture of an object? Join Amy and Greg Wandless in their studio to learn how they capture the unique aspects of their beautiful and functional pottery and woodworking, from setting up a piece to be photographed to some helpful tips on editing your photos. Find out how they developed their techniques – what’s worked for them in the past and what to look out for. You’ll have an opportunity to discuss photographing your own artwork; we will even set up a few pieces brought by participants to see how lighting and background enhances 3-D artwork! To register, please click here before April 19, 2026.
Saturday, May 2, 2026 – Soft Pastels Essentials
Time/Location: Noon – 2:00 PM, ClayWorx, 136 Fayetteville St., Suite G, Pittsboro, NC
CAG Artists: Presenters, Jody Nash, with Host, Susan Baker-Cartledge
Participation: Open to adults, teens 14+ and CAG members in Chatham County
Class Size: 10-16
Supplies: Bring laptop, pen and paper for notes. Recording session permitted.
Workshop Description:
This presentation is for the soft pastel “curious,” whether you are brand new to the art or a seasoned artists in another medium. CAG Artist Jody Nash will demonstrate using a photo reference while explaining the steps and nuances of working with pastels. No experience necessary. To register, please click here before April 26, 2026.
Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Teaching Art as a Small Business
Time/Location: 1:00-3:00PM, 79° West, 120 Mosaic Blvd., Suite 120, in Chatham Park, Pittsboro, NC.
CAG Artists: Presenter, Kathy Flood, with Host, Jane Eckenrode
Participation: Open to Chatham County adults and teens ages 14+ and CAG members
Class Size: 10-14
Supplies: Bring laptop, pen and paper for taking notes
Workshop Description:
Kathy Flood, a well-established fine artist and teacher, leads a practical, confidence-building workshop on structuring, pricing, and promoting your art classes. To register, please click here before May 9, 2026.
