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If you own a DSLR or Mirrorless camera with interchangeable lens, and you don’t want to be stuck on auto mode, this class is for you. Whether you are a beginner, or just need a refresher, this class cover the basic functions of your camera so you can begin to shoot in manual mode, capturing higher-quality images of the people and places around you. This class will help you understand the elements of exposure such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Digital photography includes capturing an image using a digital camera or scanner, or importing an existing image into a computer. Learn about different digital file types for processing ,equipment needed, software and hardware for editing, and saving. Register at www.studiosofcocoabeach.org. For additional information on the class contact Rebecca at 321-501-7774 or email rragain@hotmail.com.

Glaucia Romano will present a four session class on “Felted Halloween Cats and Pumpkins” You have two opportunities. Thursday October 5,12,19 and 26 from 4 to 5 pm and Saturday October 7,14,21,28 from 10 to 11 am. Kids will learn the basics of needle felting and create three dimensional pumpkins and Halloween cats! There are different ways to create felt: one is with a felting needle. This class is best for kids 9 and up. All caution will be taken to prevent poking accidents. We will have finger protectors for use and children will be taught the best way to felt to avoid little accidents. If they do happen, they are never serious. If you have any questions, please email glaucia@ananaprana.com or text 321-345-0670 Fee for four classes is $95 which includes all materials. Register at the Studios website www.studiosofcocoabeach.org. Class will meet in the Studios workshop room behind the gallery at 165 Minutemen Causeway in downtown Cocoa Beach.

Create your own wearable art piece using Sterling Silver wire and local Sea Glass. Due to space constraints please register on our website to hold your spot! Limited to 15 participants

In this three-hour workshop you will learn the basics of wire-wrapping: creating loops, twists, and more. We will then use Sterling Silver wire to create a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry that you can proudly wear! All our seaglass is locally collected, what a great keepsake this will be! The workshop is open to adults and young teens and "tweens" (kids under 16 should be accompanied by an adult). The workshop fee includes instruction and materials to practice as well as create a pendant or earrings using seaglass and sterling silver. Additional beads, chains, and findings will be available to purchase if you would like to embelish your work!

Field Manor is switching it up this October with an exciting new Seafood Festival! Tickets will include admission, a multi-item seafood sampler, coleslaw, water, tea or lemonade, and a Field Manor drink koozie. This event will offer a variety of food trucks, beer and wine, a silent auction, live music, museum tours, and a mini-vendor market featuring coastal and animal-related items! This year we are partnering with the Brevard Humane Society to help them raise funds to build a new shelter in Brevard County. Additionally, funds will be used to help preserve our 45 acres bordering the Indian River and the historic buildings that make up our museum.

Bring the kids for some spooky fun while you enjoy a night out! We will paint pumpkins, make potions, and create other halloween themed art. Pizza, juice, and cookies will be served to keep everyone fulled up! (please note any allergies or dietary restrictions) Costumes are optional but encouraged!