So much NEW “stuff”! A featured group of “new to us” artists from Fredericksburg are being hosted in the Guild Gallery this month, we have some new exhibiting artists, and all your local favorites have been busy creating new work. Come celebrate the return of warmer weather and longer days with us!

A fabulous exhibition featuring the diverse recent work of advanced students of Rachel Hodge’s painting classes for adults. The Gallery is located inside the CB Creative Art Center, 114 Washington Avenue, and will be up thru Saturday April 25, regular Center hours, with a special Artist Reception during Second Friday Art Walk April 10 from 6 to 8:30 pm.

Adult Open Paint at My Time Arts located in the CB Creative Center 114 Washington Ave in Colonial Beach. Paint what you want, on canvas or slate. 10:30 am to 1:30 pm OR 2:00 pm to 5 pm. Call Cathy Wilson at 906-399-7597 to register. Just $38 per person, materials provided. Have a great time and go home with your personally painted masterpiece!

Make a beautiful mosaic table that will brighten your home or make a great gift. Learn how to use different materials and techniques to create a colorful pattern on the table. All materials and supplies will be provided. The first 90 minutes class will be to lay out and glue the mosaics to the table. The second 90 minute class will be to apply epoxy resin to the table

Price per student is $100. Payment must be made by the beginning of the first class March 24 (this project requires two evenings, Tuesday March 24 and Thursday March 26 from 6 - 7:30 pm) Use the Venmo code or bring cash or check.

Class is held in the upstairs flex space of CB Creative. Participants must be able to climb the stairs to the 2nd floor.

Make a beautiful mosaic table that will brighten your home or make a great gift. Learn how to use different materials and techniques to create a colorful pattern on the table. All materials and supplies will be provided. The first 90 minutes class will be to lay out and glue the mosaics to the table. The second 90 minute class will be to apply epoxy resin to the table

Price per student is $100. Payment must be made by the beginning of the first class March 24 (this project requires two evenings, March 24 & 26 from 6 - 7:30 pm) Use the Venmo code or bring cash or check.

Class is held in the upstairs flex space of CB Creative. Participants must be able to climb the stairs to the 2nd floor.

Price per Student is $75 – limited to 6 participants. Payment is due at the time of registration. Please text Jenny at 703-203-2459 to pay by cash or with 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. Remember to consider the size, panels are only 3.5” wide.

Found objects for adding to the surface of your panels. 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.

Price per Student is $75 – limited to 6 participants. Payment is due at the time of registration. Please text Jenny at 703-203-2459 to pay by cash or with 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. Remember to consider the size, panels are only 3.5” wide.

Found objects for adding to the surface of your panels. 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.

Traveling (Through Life) with a Sketchbook is a creative journey that combines drawing and journaling to capture the moments, emotions, and stories of everyday life. This class encourages exploration, reflection, and self-expression, turning your sketchbook into a personal travel companion through life’s experiences.

There will be 2 evening sessions, held 6:00 - 8:30 on Monday March 9 and Wednesday March 11. The two classes will guide you through 4 Modules * Getting Started * Drawing in your Notebook * More Drawing and adding Watercolor * Adding Collage

Price per Student is $100 - limited to 8 participants (min. of 4)

Getting started supplies will be provided in the first class. A detailed supply list of additional items students may wish to consider will also be reviewed. Contact Jenny at 703-203-2459 or jennifergrimes.studio@gmail.com to register or if you have questions.

Traveling (Through Life) with a Sketchbook is a creative journey that combines drawing and journaling to capture the moments, emotions, and stories of everyday life. This class encourages exploration, reflection, and self-expression, turning your sketchbook into a personal travel companion through life’s experiences.

The 2 evening sessions will be held 6:00 - 8:30 and will cover 4 Modules: * Getting Started * Drawing in your Notebook * More Drawing and adding Watercolor * Adding Collage

The first class is Monday March 9. The second session will be Wednesday March 11.

Price per Student is $100 - limited to 8 participants (min. of 4)

Getting started supplies will be provided in the first class. A detailed supply list of additional items students may wish to consider will also be reviewed. Contact Jenny at 703-203-2459 or jennifergrimes.studio@gmail.com to register or if you have questions.

LIFE DRAWING SESSION: in the upstairs Flex Space at the CB Creative Art Center. Bring your own preferred materials or use provided paper and charcoal. $10. drop-in fee. 202-733-8448

Yes, the CB Creative Art Center, 114 Washington Avenue looks forward to welcoming you on Second Friday, FEBRUARY 13 from 6 until 9. Enjoy some refreshments, conversation, and as always, a wonderful variety of art.

Kathleen Moran https://www.kathleenmoranart.com is the featured artist in the Colonial Beach Artists’ Guild Gallery. She has recently created a number of new works and looks forward to having them debut right here at “home.” She finds inspiration for her paintings in the natural beauty of Virginia.

Register and choose a piece of handmade pottery created by ceramicist Patsy Byle which you will then hand paint. After your piece has been kiln fired, you will pick it up at the CB Creative Art Center, 114 Washington Ave. It will be a lovely, personally painted keepsake or potential gift.

Coaster $5, Mug $15, Bowl $15, or Tumbler $20. There is also a $5 Studio Fee each piece. Your choice but supplies of these handmade pieces are limited. Save the one you want by registering early with Patsy Byle.

Join our Pottery Studio artist Patsy Byle and make a LOVE Sign of your own to decorate your home. Yours can be either a wall hanging or a bookend! Building the piece will be done on Monday Feb 9th. You will return on Monday Feb 16th (also between 4 - 6 pm) to glaze (paint) your LOVE Sign. It will then be kiln fired and your finished creation picked up at your leisure. Location is the BOMB BEE Ceramic Studio located in CB Creative Art Center 114 Washington Ave.

Register with Patsy Byle. Cost is $40. patsybyle.art@gmail.com

LIFE DRAWING SESSION: in the upstairs Flex Space at the CB Creative Art Center. Bring your own preferred materials or use provided paper and charcoal. $10. drop-in fee. 202-733-8448

Ready to let go of perfection and paint from the heart?

Join my Intuitive Painting Class, where there are no rules—just color, movement, and self-expression. This class is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike who want to relax, explore, and reconnect with their creativity. Supplies are included...

Come as you are and leave inspired

Spots are limited — message me here on Facebook to save your spot or call 703-618-4252
$50 per person

Yes, the CB Creative Art Center, 114 Washington Avenue looks forward to welcoming you on Second Friday, JANUARY 9 from 6 until 9. Enjoy some hot apple cider, refreshments, and as always, wonderful art.

Our special featured artist in the Colonial Beach Artists’ Guild Gallery will be Barbara Brennan. Chat with the artist, whose work for this show reflects her strong interest in the history of the nearby rural landscapes and farms of the Northern Neck. Beyond pure documentation of these (often abandoned) properties, the artist is fascinated by changing weather conditions, faded wood, rusting metal, and dramatic cloud formations which she beautifully depicts in oil or in pastel.

LIFE DRAWING SESSION - NOW LONGER (2 hour) SESSIONS!

6 - 8:00 in the upstairs Flex Space at the CB Creative Art Center. Bring your own preferred materials. $10. drop-in fee. 202-733-8448

Come and enjoy a hot mug of apple cider while creating a clay mug of your own.

MAKE your mug Monday November 24th OR Tuesday November 25th. 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Return to GLAZE your mug Monday December 8th OR Tuesday December 9th. 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

$40. per person

Obtain your tickets at Cider and Ceramics

Only a few left !!!

Come and enjoy a hot mug of apple cider while creating a clay mug of your own.

MAKE your mug Monday November 24th OR Tuesday November 25th. 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Return to GLAZE your mug Monday December 8th OR Tuesday December 9th. 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

$40. per person

Obtain your tickets at Cider and Ceramics

Only a few left !!!

Learn to make Ceramic Christmas Ornaments three ways! Make your ornaments December 4th or 5th from 2:00 to 5:00.

All ages welcome! $30. per person.

Register to ensure your spot at Ornament Making Class

Learn to make Ceramic Christmas Ornaments three ways! Make your ornaments December 4th or 5th from 2:00 to 5:00.

All ages welcome! $30. per person.

Register to ensure your spot at Ornament Making Class

LIFE DRAWING SESSION

6 - 7:30 in the upstairs Flex Space at the CB Creative Art Center. Bring your own preferred materials. $10. drop-in fee. 202-733-8448

Presenter Carolyn Goodridge offers this in-depth session to learn how to write proposals that get funded! Participants will gain practical insights into building strong proposals, navigating funding opportunities, and sustaining creative projects through grants and partnerships.

Class will be offered Dec 1st at the CB Creative Art Center, 114 Washington Ave. 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. Lunchbreak 1 - 2 pm

Leave with funding contacts tailored for your authentic purpose! Learn more and sign up below.

https://www.artimpactinternational.org/grant-writing-and-funding

We have that truly special something for that special someone. Find just the right gift among the many hand-crafted items created by our local artists and fine crafters. COMPLIMENTARY GIFT WRAPPING / BAGGING!

Come and enjoy a hot mug of apple cider while creating a clay mug of your own.

MAKE your mug Monday November 24th OR Tuesday November 25th. 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Return to GLAZE your mug Monday December 8th OR Tuesday December 9th. 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

$40. per person

Obtain your tickets at Cider and Ceramics

Only a few left !!!

Come and enjoy a hot mug of apple cider while creating a clay mug of your own.

MAKE your mug Monday November 24th OR Tuesday November 25th. 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Return to GLAZE your mug Monday December 8th or Tuesday December 9th. 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

$40. per person

Obtain your tickets at Cider and Ceramics

Only a few left !!!

LIFE DRAWING SESSION

6 - 7:30 in the upstairs Flex Space at the CB Creative Art Center. Bring your own preferred materials. $10. drop-in fee. 202-733-8448

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

A celebration of our first year serving the Colonial Beach community.

• Live music with Sally and Bryan! Refreshments.

• Opening night of the 10 x 10 show! Proceeds earmarked to get the Ceramics Studio “guest-use” ready.

• A special show in the Guild Gallery geared to Holiday gifting. Find items both lovely and useful with the added charm of being hand-crafted by area artists.

• As always, Resident Artists and Exhibiting Artists will be on hand to welcome you.

LIFE DRAWING SESSIONS EVERY FIRST AND THIRD WEDNESDAYS.

6 - 7:30 in the upstairs Flex Space at the CB Creative Art Center. Bring your own preferred materials. $10. drop-in fee. 202-733-8448

A special Second Friday Art Walk, featuring Nancy Owens in the Colonial Beach Artists Guild Gallery room. She will have a new selection of her fine art oil paintings.

In addition, the photographers that participated in World Photography Day have been invited to bring us one or two of their favorite photos from that day. Prepare to be impressed by the wonderful scenes they captured in that single day between sunrise and sunset here in Colonial Beach.

And, of course, many of our CB Creative artists will be here to visit with you as well.