Kids Holiday & Blacksmithing Workshops in December
December Workshops for Adults & Youth Intro to Blacksmithing, Session C Instructor: Greg AmEnde Saturday-Sunday, Dec 7-8, 10am-4pm Learn the basics of forging steel in a fun and inclusive environment. Geared towards beginners, this workshop is designed to be educational and enjoyable for everyone. Students will learn techniques to build confidence in the forge. Students […]
Branford Artist Sharon Smith-Alling Sparkles at GAC’s Holiday Expo
By Pam Johnson, Zip06 November 2024 While jewelry making is the newest form of Sharon Smith-Alling’s artistic expression, the Branford resident knew her work was winning fans when she began to see her beautifully crafted necklaces, rings, earrings, and bracelets adorning folks at the many art shows where she exhibits. “The most exciting thing for […]
Your Giving Keeps Us Going #GivingTuesday
Your giving keeps us going. On this day of global generosity, we hope you know how much we value your support. Your support is key in bringing art’s transformative power to our community. We ask that you continue your generous support for our mission. Every single dollar makes a difference for us. If you’re able […]
Guilford Art Center HOLIDAY EXPO Shop Features Local Artists in December Pop-Ups
DECEMBER 7, DECEMBER 14, DECEMBER 21
Black Friday & Small Biz Saturday: 15% off all ceramics in HOLIDAY EXPO
During Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, enjoy 15% off all ceramic items (excluding ornaments). HOLIDAY EXPO is open 7 days a week; Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12-5pm.
Holiday Sip & Shop Event at Guilford Art Center: A Celebration of Art, Craft & Holiday Cheer
The community is invited to attend a Sip & Shop event at HOLIDAY EXPO at Guilford Art Center on Wednesday, December 11, 5-7pm. Shoppers will enjoy complimentary drinks while shopping a curated collection of one-of-a-kind gifts, including handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, food, ornaments, homewares, clothing, textiles, glass, leather, wood, paintings and more. All items will be […]
AmEnde Offers Unique Blacksmith Certification at GAC
By Pam Johnson, Zip06 November 2024 Greg AmEnde certainly fits the burly type of person one might envision as a blacksmith, but he’ll be the first one to say that skill, not muscle, is required to master this historically important craft. “There is the stereotype of the big guy, and I probably propagate that because […]
Events at GAC: Cardmaking, Author Event, Sip & Shop, Class Registration
Community Cardmaking Open Studio, Dec 6, 5-7pm Join us on Friday, December 6 to create handcrafted holiday greeting cards in a cozy, community setting. The cards will be collected at the end of our 3-day open studio and delivered to Guilford residents with the assistance of Guilford Housing Authority. Our studio will remain open from […]
Community Cardmaking Open Studio at Guilford Art Center
DECEMBER 6, 7, 8
Workshop Openings: Teen Blacksmithing, Fireplace Tools & Multi-Generational Workshop
Register now for workshops for all ages! Fireplace Tools, Forging for Teens and Multi-Generational Holiday Workshop Fireplace Tools Workshop, Session B Instructor: Greg AmEnde Saturday-Sunday, Nov 23-24, 10:00am-4:00pm This class will cover the making of a set of fire pit tools (poker, brush, ash shovel). Students will learn the basics of blacksmithing, including tapering (drawing […]
