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The Studios of Cocoa Beach begins the New Year with two solo exhibits. “A Fused Glass Retrospective by Jamille Haddad” and “Painting the Tropics by Delia Swenson” will be on view from January 3 to January 29. Jamille Haddad has been working in glass for 40 years. After reading an article in a stained glass journal, he became intrigued by the possibilities of fused glass,and learned the basics at the Bullseye Fusing Ranch in Portland, Oregon, His exhibit includes examples of fused glass techniques including glass panels, plates, sculptural vases, dam casts, gold enameling and other functional works  Delia Swenson paints in oils on wood and canvas capturing the natural colors of our tropical environment. She explores the beauty of local gardens and flowers,as well as Florida beaches, parks, and recreational areas. Her masterful use of color and composition brings her landscapes to life. You can almost hear the wind and smell the flowers and salt air in her realistic oil paintings.

The classes are on Fridays from 7 to 8 pm. Students can choose to attend on January 13, January 27, or sign up for both days and create complementary paintings. Delia Swenson is an accomplished painter and experienced teacher. Students ages 14 and up will learn the basics of painting wet on wet with oils on canvas. You will create a floral painting with your choice of background color painting, using professional artist brushes and paints, and take home a work of art you'll be proud to display. Fee for the class is $55 which includes all materials. Register for class at the Studios website: www.studiosofcocoabeach.org. The Studios’ workshop room is behind the gallery at 159 Minutemen Causeway in downtown Cocoa Beach. Their gallery is open Monday to Saturday 9 am to 7 pm and Sundays 10 am to 3 pm. For more information on the gallery, artist profiles, and upcoming classes, visit the website or follow the Studios on Facebook and Instagram.