So much fun the first time, this PAINT YOUR PARTNER event is returning as twosomes (couples, friends, relatives) armed with brushes and acrylic, masterfully (and often hilariously) paint portraits of one another. No peeking until the final (again often hilarious) reveals. Everything supplied, of course!

The cost is $50/couple and benefits our art center. Call 202-733-8448 or stop by to reserve a spot.

When all the materials are being supplied, Why Not?

Try some mediums that might be new to you, but fun to use! Explore with artist and teacher Celeste Johnson in this fun class that will guide you in the use of aqua oils, watercolor pencils, pan pastels and even the unique Brusho pigments! Images for inspiration will be provided by the instructor - or feel free to do your own thing.

$35.00

Must register in advance, just call the Art Center at 202-733-8448 and reserve your spot.

Join us in learning the meditative practice of mandala rock painting. No experience needed; just bring your spirit and unwind!

Cost $35 plus $10 supplies fee. For more information or to book online, contact Instructor Kathi Mears: kywall@juno.com Payment must be made in advance

Start to finish, learn how to transform furniture using Chalk Paint and wax. A small piece of furniture or home accent piece will be provided, along with all the tools and materials needed to complete your project and take it home with you. To register call Betty at 301-310-7000 or visit: www.selloutfront.com

$95.00

Second Friday Art Walk MARCH 14 at CB Creative 114 Washington Avenue will feature:

• A special Spring-themed show by Colonial Beach Artists’ Guild members. Be sure to vote for your favorite piece to receive the People’s Choice Award

• Our own resident Studio and Exhibiting Artists present fresh new creations

• Raffle for an art piece by mid-century modern painter Audrey Salkind

• Check out the new classes and workshops being offered. Browse the Gift Shop. Enjoy the Refreshments and the conversations.

Beach Totem Half Day Class by Jenny Grimes

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 This class is a 3-hour class 10 am-1 pm

Price per Student is $60 – limited to 8 participates. Payment is due at the time of registration. Please use the Venmo code below or text Jenny at 703-203-2459 to pay by cash or credit card.

Class is held in the upstairs Flex Space of CB Creative Art Center (participants must be able to climb the stairs to the class space.)

Questions? Email me at Jennifergrimes.studio@gmail.com

Tell your Beach Story by creating a beautiful Beach Totem, while exploring totem symbolism and personal iconography. Explore various collage and painting techniques using acrylic paint, collage papers and found papers, stencils, stamps and found objects.

1 panel, 3.5 x 36”, will be provided. In addition: paints, artist mediums, collage papers and small treasure to add to your panels will be provided. But, to make your panels truly yours consider bringing your own objects and treasure to be included. Participants might want to bring an apron or paint shirt.

Here is a list of ideas for objects and things to bring. attached to the surface of your panel and should have a flat side to support the glue.

 Natural items such as small shells, small pieces of sea glass, small pebbles and stones.

 Found or saved objects like bottle caps, buttons, old keys, old jewelry, safety pins.

 Unused hardware such as washers, old screws, nails, wires, window screen

 Papers for collage: paper menus, beer/wine bottle labels, paper maps, old book pages/paperback covers, magazine clippings, match book covers, concert or festival tickets, playing cards, scrap book papers.

Class is a full day: 9:30 am – 4 pm, with a 1-hour lunch break

Price per Student is $125 – limited to 6 students

Class is held in the upstairs Flex Space of CB Creative Art Center (participants must be able to climb the stairs to the class space.)

Tell your Beach Story in three panels – creating beautiful Beach Totems, while exploring totem symbolism and personal iconography. Explore various collage and painting techniques using acrylic paint, collage papers and found papers, stencils, stamps and found objects.

3 panels, each 3.5 x 36”, will be provided. In addition: paints, artist mediums, collage papers and small treasure to add to your panels will be provided. But, to make your panels truly yours consider bringing your own objects and treasure to be included.

Participants might want to bring an apron or paint shirt.

Here is a list of ideas for objects and things to bring. (Remember to consider the size, panels are only 3.5” wide.) Consider these items will need to be attached to the surface of your panel and should have a flat side to support the glue.

 Natural items such as small shells, small pieces of sea glass, small pebbles and stones.

 Found or saved objects like bottle caps, buttons, old keys, old jewelry, safety pins.

 Unused hardware such as washers, old screws, nails, wires, window screen

 Papers for collage: paper menus, beer/wine bottle labels, paper maps, old book pages/paperback covers, magazine clippings, match book covers, concert or festival tickets, playing cards, scrap book papers.

Questions? Email me at Jennifergrimes.studio@gmail.com

All Supplies Provided!

Join Celeste Johnston for a fun session combining regular colored pencils and water color pencils to create a ready to frame painting. Use an image you bring from home or an image from your instructor’s curated collection.

Price $35.

How to Register: Contact the Art Center at 202-733-8448 or by email: cbcreativeartcenter@gmail.com

Art's value is its expression and communication. What does "We The People" mean? How do the six purposes of the United States Constitution, found in the Preamble, relate to the African Diaspora across the globe - across history? The exhibiting artists bring to us their vision, transcending geographical and racial boundaries. We invite the attendees to consider for yourselves the meaning and purpose of the United States Constitution.

THE PREAMBLE

We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, ensure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common Defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.

We look forward to seeing you at the opening reception. Meet the artists and have a great time! Not to talk politics, but to focus on the We the People, and how that resonates with you.

The evening hosts a double reception. The first at Colonial Beach Creative Art Center and the second at Artists' Alliance at Jarrett Thor Fine Art Gallery, just around the corner - 100 Taylor St # 101, Colonial Beach, VA 22443. Visit both during the Second Friday Art Walk!! See you there.

Register for free here.

You've seen the social media "Paint Your Partner" fad. Now you and your date can join in the fun!

We are scheduling two event evenings, February 11th and February 13th, 6:30 to 8:30 at CB Creative. All supplies are provided, and you and your partner will eachleave each with a 14" x 11" canvas masterpiece.

Call the center during business hours to register. 202-733-8448. Space is limited.

You've seen the social media "Paint Your Partner" fad. Now you and your date can join in the fun!

We are scheduling two event evenings, February 11th and February 13th, 6:30 to 8:30 at CB Creative. All supplies are provided, and you and your partner will eachleave each with a 14" x 11" canvas masterpiece.

Call the center during business hours to register. 202-733-8448. Space is limited.

Enjoy Needle Felting Hearts, Flowers, and other favorite shapes to embellish cards and make small accessories and objects. Experience not needed, Instructor will help as needed.

All supplies included.

$35.00

Contact the CB Creative Art Center to register for this fun event! Call 202-733-8448 or email cbcreativeartcenter@gmail.com

The Art Center is located at 114 Washington Avenue in Colonial Beach VA

Art's value is its expression and communication. What does "We The People" mean? How do the six purposes of the United States Constitution, found in the Preamble, relate to the African Diaspora across the globe - across history? The exhibiting artists bring to us their vision, transcending geographical and racial boundaries. We invite the attendees to consider for yourselves the meaning and purpose of the United States Constitution.

THE PREAMBLE

We the People of the United States, in Order to

form a more perfect Union,

establish Justice,

insure domestic Tranquility,

provide for the common Defense,

promote the general Welfare,

and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity,

do ordain and establish

this Constitution for the United States of America.

We look forward to seeing you at the opening reception. Meet the artists and have a great time! Not to talk politics, but to focus on the We The People, and how that resonates with you.

The evening hosts a double reception. The first at Colonial Beach Creative Art Center and the second at Artists' Alliance at Jarrett Thor Fine Art Gallery, just around the corner - 100 Taylor St # 101, Colonial Beach, VA 22443. Visit both during the Second Friday Art Walk!! See you there.

Register for free here.