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Glaucia Romano teaches “Clay Sweets”. In four sessions, On Thursdays September 7,14,21,and 28. Children will create pottery cupcakes from clay which can be opened to store little treasures, and a clay ice-cream cone for decor. This super-fun art class focuses on process, rather than product. Process art allows children to explore and make connections without the pressure of "right" or "wrong" ways to make art. It helps develop creativity and self-esteem by focusing on what kids imagine rather than their skill level. From excitement and interest in their own creations, kids grow curious and naturally start developing those skills. The group is small so each child can have as much attention and guidance as they need to create and learn! The class is ideal for children age 4 to 11. Fee for the month is $95 which includes all materials Register at the Studios website: www.studiosofcocoabeach.org. The class is held at the Studios classroom in the gallery at 165 Minutemen Causeway

Come out to enjoy the Fall Harvest Fest Live Concert Featuring: the Dixie Smoke Trio in the Community Room.

Jamille Haddad will guide you through the entire process of creating a beautiful stained glass piece. The Class meets from 6 to 9 pm on three Wednesdays September 13, 20, and 27, 2023 The first week will focus on glass-cutting techniques, choosing your design and selecting colors. Week two will involve cutting the glass for your project, and an introduction to copper foil techniques. During the third week, students will finish cutting and foiling their projects, and prepare for soldering. Fee for the 3 session class is $150 plus an additional $75 material fee due the first day of class. All necessary equipment will be provided. Students should bring closed toe shoes, prescription or safety glasses, and have hair tied back. Contact Jamille at 407-718-3304 or heatwaveglass@cfl.rr.com. Register online at the Studios website: www.studiosofcocoabeach.org. The Studios’ workshop room is behind the gallery at 165 Minutemen Causeway in downtown Cocoa Beach.

a three session “Color Theory Workshop” with Jaymee Weinreich on Thursdays, 6 to 8 pm, beginning September 21. This hands-on workshop will explore color mixing and the visual effects of specific color combinations. Starting with basic color terminology based on the color wheel and its geometry, we will then practice identifying colors used in a specific hue and then the making of that hue. Color value, shades, tones and tinting are also discussed and explored. Through out all three sessions students will benefit from a series of exercises designed to further the students understanding of using color. The class will meet three times at the Studios of Cocoa Beach, 165 Minutemen Causeway in downtown Cocoa Beach on September 21 and 28 and October 5. Fee for the classes is $100 plus a $15 materials fee paid at the first class. Register at the Studios website www.studiosofcocoabeach.org.

This workshop will explore several different techniques to create prints. We will start with foam, the progress to linoleum, and gelli plates. Making prints does not necessarily involve creating multiple copies of the same artwork. In fact. Gelli is a (non-animal derived) gelatin-based plate used to make monoprints by stenciling, layering, and other almost "magical" techniques to create amazing artworks. Instructor Glaucia Romano will provide Gelli plates, brayers, and a multitude of materials to explore and create fun and expressive artwork! Once you have the basics, you can use print making techniques to create abstract artwork, journal pages, greeting cards, printed Fee for the class is $80 which includes materials. Register at the Studio website www.studiosofcocoabeach.org. The class will meet at the Studios classroom behind the gallery at 165 Minutemen Causeway in downtown Cocoa Beach.

Instructor Glaucia Romano will introduce you to a clay-like material that can be easily shaped and fired into jewelry. "Precious Metal Clay" uses recycled metal, such as gold, silver, copper, and bronze. It can create close to pure metal jewelry without casting, molds, or metal sheets. The material is flexible enough that you can hand-form easily and it is low-fire, which makes it easier to work with in your home. For this class we will be creating a simple pendant out of silver clay by pressing texture plates or organic materials into the clay. You will learn how to mold, fire, and polish your work so that you can leave the class with a completed piece. Fee for the class is $80 plus a $40 supply fee. Finishing stones, beads, chains, and findings to complete your necklace can also be purchased from the instructor during the class Register at the Studio website www.studiosofcocoabeach.org.