Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons, Maryland, offers a variety of classes for both adults and children. Advance registration is required, so please call (410) 326-4640, email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org, or visit www.annmariegarden.org for detailed information. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center Members receive a discount!
Adult Classes:
Sewing The Sea
Join instructor Erica Daley and learn how to create mixed media works using fabric scraps and found objects from the beach. Instructor provides all fabrics, but feel free to bring your own shells and beachy finds to add to your work. Class is offered May 22, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Class costs $40, or $35 for members. There is a materials fee of $15 due to instructor at the start of class. Advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
Itchin’ To Scratch: Intro to Scratchboard, Spring Session
Sometimes called “the art of taking away,” scratchboard is a medium that allows for amazing detail. In this class, you will learn the basic techniques for working on scratchboard. Learn from instructor Carmelo Ciancio how to use knives and abrasives to remove the black ink to reveal the white surface and how to achieve textures and subtle details in your work. Class is offered on May 22 and 23 from 11:00am to 3:00pm both days. Class costs $90, or $85 for members. There is a materials fee of $25 due to instructor at the start of class. Advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
Crazy for Canines: Clay Dog Sculptures
Spend a day with artist Parran Collery, exploring the dog form in clay! Students will spend the day using clay to make several dog tiles and small sculptures. This will be a fast paced and fun day full of whimsy. Class is offered on May 23, from 10:00am to 3:30pm. Class costs $80, or $75 for members. There is a materials fee of $15 due to instructor at the start of class. Advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
Painting Pets and Animals
This workshop lead by Nancy Thompson will focus on fabulous fur, beautiful eyes, and great backgrounds. Bring lots of photos of your favorite animal and learn how to create a successful portrait. Some experience is preferred. This 2-class series is offered on May 26 and 27, from 10:00am to 3:30pm. Class costs $150, or $140 for members. There is a materials fee of $15 (or bring your own painting supplies) due to instructor at the start of class. Advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
Steampunk Style Metal Bracelet
Join instructor Tricia Hall and learn how to rivet, stamp, texturize, and antique our way to a fabulous steampunk bracelet in copper, nickel, and brass. No experience necessary! Kit includes everything needed to create one bracelet. Class is offered on May 30, from 10:00am to 12:30pm. Class costs $40, or $35 for members. There is a materials fee of $25 due to instructor at the start of class. Advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
Children’s Classes:
Homeschool Clay Series: Bas Relief Masks
Age Group: 8-14
Join us in a fun and informative new series! Students will learn popular hand-building techniques with clay as we create colorfully fun projects, keepsakes, and everyday items. In this class, you will combine ceramic slabs and coils to create interesting clay masks with unique features. Students learn all about “sgraffito” as they use vivid underglazes and tools to add finishing touches to our work.
All projects will be ready for pickup 2-3 weeks after class. Students will be called or sent an email when ready for pickup. Class is offered on April 29, from 1:00pm to 3:30pm. Class costs $40; $15 each sibling, or $35; $15 each sibling, for members. All materials included, advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
Wheel Throwing for Tweens: Spring
Age Group: Ages 10-14
Learn how to use the potter’s wheel to create bowls, cups, and small vases with instructor Sarah Houde. Get your hands muddy as you learn to center clay, create pottery, and finish pieces with trimming, carving, and glazing techniques. Students will glaze all pieces during the last class. This 5-class series is offered April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21, May 31, Thursdays from 5:30pm to 8:00pm and Sunday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Class costs $150, or $140 for members. There is no materials fee. Advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
Play In CLAY: Mother’s Day Tea Party
Class is designed for parent/child couples or groups
Celebrate Mother’s Day by working with mom to create an entire tea service complete with tea pot, creamer, sugar bowl, cups and saucers. Instructor Sarah Houde teaches you how to work together and make your own whimsical set and then decorate them with colorful underglazes. Tea sets take 2-3 weeks to dry and fire in the kiln. Families will be called when sets are ready for pickup.
A great gift for the maternal figure in your life! Class is offered on May 9, from 10:00am to 1:00pm, or from 1:30pm to 4:30pm (please specify at registration). Class costs $75 per couple, or $65 for member-couples. Additional family members cost $10 each. There is a materials fee of $40 due to instructor at the start of class. Advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org.
Homeschool Clay Series: Fantasy Creatures
Age Group: 8-14
Join us in a fun and informative new series! Let’s learn popular hand-building techniques with clay as we create colorfully fun projects, keepsakes, and everyday items. In this class, you will learn to construct fantasy creatures by joining simple pinch pots to make elaborate forms. Students use vivid underglazes to add finishing touches to our work.
All projects will be ready for pickup 2-3 weeks after class. Students will be called or sent an email when ready for pickup. Class is offered on May 20, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Class costs $40; $15 each sibling, or $35; $15 each sibling for members. Advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org
HoopShop: A Hula Hoop Workshop
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Decorate your own hula hoop and jam with instructor Cristal Toribio! This workshop will include hoop dance instruction and the opportunity for students to customize a hula hoop to your liking! Choose the size and weight of your hoop and use our supplies to make it colorful! We will conclude our session with a hoop jam in the garden! All participants come away with an awesome hula hoop and a few new moves. Fun for scouts or birthday celebrations! Class is offered on May 17, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Class costs $20, or $16 for members. There is a materials fee of $15 due to instructor at the start of class. Advanced registration is required, please call (410) 326-4640 or email: studioschool@annmariegarden.org.