Create and Celebrate! Workshop

Always wanted to learn the basics of painting?

Here is the opportunity to do just that and create a meaningful gift in the process!

Bring in the holidays by creating the perfect gift for friends, family or yourself with a piece of artwork that can become a part of anyone's holiday decor ...

Choose from 3 designs which can be personalized making your gift even more meaningful!  Choices are shown on the registration page.

ANYONE can be successful regardless of artistic expertise or experience ...

through demonstration of techniques using acrylics in addition to detailed written instructions to accommodate the different rate at which participants work ...

DATE and TIME:  Friday, December 1 from 6:30PM to 9:30PM

(Light Refreshments including wine will be available)

Saturday, December 2 from 10:00AM to 1:00PM

(Lunch items will be available or participants can bring their own.)

LOCATION: ARTS COUNCIL OF CARTERET COUNTY/CAROLINA ARTISTS GALLERY

1702 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC

CLASS FEE: $50.00 - All materials and supplies needed to complete a masterful finished piece of

16” X 20 art on canvas will be furnished.  Participants can choose to create a painting on wood panel for an additional fee of $10.  Participants can bring in their own blank wood panel to accommodate at least a 16x20 image.

NOTE: Participants will need to bring their own work apron or covering for their clothes if desired.

Class Max: 10; Class Min: 4

WORKSHOP TITLE: CREATE AND CELEBRATE!

Taught by local artist and teacher Janet Nickle

An artistic experience in which anyone can successfully create a piece of artwork, regardless

of level of expertise and have a lot of fun in the process!

No pressure, NO worries as NO drawing or painting experience is needed!

Participants will have the choice of one of three designs reflecting themes for the holiday season ...

these designs can be personalized and make a perfect gift as well as a meaningful addition to holiday decor!

Register for Dec 1st Workshop

Register for Dec 2nd Workshop

BIO of Janet Nickle …

I can finally call myself a “local” as I have lived in this most beautiful area for almost twenty years after relocating from hectic pace of the Maryland/DC area. I had always dreamed of living by the ocean and feel so very fortunate to now have that dream realized thanks due to my husband who introduced me to the Crystal Coast after having been stationed at Cherry Point during his career as a Marine.

After finishing my graduate program in Art Education at the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore, we made the move and now call Morehead City “HOME!”

I have almost twenty years experience teaching Art and Graphic Design for students in a variety of educational settings starting with Adult Education, high school, middle school, and special education first to eighth grade. I am now retired from the school system and am delighted to have more time to spend on the beach and PAINT! I am currently teaching a weekly art class to individuals in rehab at the Peer Recovery Center of Hope Mission as a volunteer through a grant from the Arts Council of Carteret County.

The focus of my art is eclectic with an emphasis on figure and portrait work particularly figures on the beach. I have also found that after spending time here on the coast the ever-changing light and colors of sky and sea also has become a part of my repertoire of favorite subjects though I do have to say that my lifelong favorite theme has always been horses. I am always delighted to be able to capture the beauty and spirit of them on canvas and paper particularly our beloved herd on Shackleford Banks!

Though acrylics have been my medium of choice for a while I am returning to using soft pastels and oils which are both my top choices for the joy of expression!

I am happy to say LIFE IS GOOD!