• WORKSHOP: Plein Air Painting with Manny Maldonado

    Would you like to learn how to paint outdoors without getting overwhelmed by all the details?  Join award winning artist, Manny Maldonado in this beginner friendly class where he will show you how to paint loose and free with a simple 4-step method. You’ll learn how to create strong, lively paintings by focusing on big […]

  • Lunchtime Learning with First Citizens Bank

    NoCo ARTS will be starting a new, FREE, monthly Professional and Personal Development series called ‘Lunchtime Learning’. We’ve invited First Citizens Bank to teach the first four classes, covering financial topics that would be valuable to anyone, especially small business owners and anyone who is considering opening up a small business. Class 1 | July […]

  • WORKSHOP: Collage + Connect with Debi Dorris

    Join artist, Debi Dorris, for a fun and inspiring collage session where creativity meets community!  This informal gathering is to encourage both novice and experienced collage artists to come together to work and play, sharing both ideas and inspiration.  There is no experience required. Participants are encouraged to bring in their own substrates (paper, wood […]

  • WORKSHOP: Encaustics + Collage with Debi Dorris

    Curious about working with encaustic wax? This beginner-friendly workshop offers a warm and welcoming introduction to the luminous world of hot wax and collage. You’ll learn how to layer and fuse materials using encaustic medium, experimenting freely as you create depth, texture and expression in your work. All materials are provided, including a prepped 8 […]

  • WORKSHOP: Plein Air Painting 101 with Manny Maldonado

    Would you like to learn how to paint outdoors without getting overwhelmed by all the details?  Join award winning artist, Manny Maldonado in this beginner friendly class where he will show you how to paint loose and free with a simple 4-step method. You’ll learn how to create strong, lively paintings by focusing on big […]

  • The Essence of Nature Artist Reception

    NoCo ARTS invites you to join us for the opening of our next exhibition – the Essence of Nature. Twenty eight artists will be featured with works inspired by our […]

  • WORKSHOP: Intro to Mixed Media Fun!

    Join your instructor, Traci Blasko, as she shares some of her favorite techniques for creating mixed media pieces of art. The possibilities are endless! Traci will share an overview about the mixed media process, including how to activate your creative right brain, prep your canvas, and the use of a variety of at least ten […]

  • ‘Mr. & Mrs. Parade: The History of Cline’s Floats of Catawba County’ Book Signing

    Join us on Thursday August 14th, for a book signing and presentation of ‘Mr. & Mrs. Parade -The History of Cline’s Floats of Catawba County’ written by Paul Hartis. ‘I grew up down the street from Catherine and Joe Cline’s float barn in the small town of Newton, North Carolina. I never forgot their kindness […]

  • WORKSHOP: Intro to Mixed Media Fun!

    Join your instructor, Traci Blasko, as she shares some of her favorite techniques for creating mixed media pieces of art. The possibilities are endless! Traci will share an overview about the mixed media process, including how to activate your creative right brain, prep your canvas, and the use of a variety of at least ten […]

  • WORKSHOP: Create with Keracast (Eco Resin) with Johnnie Lanier

    Discover the creative possibilities of Ecoresin—an eco-friendly, water-based resin that’s making waves in the maker world. New to the market since 2020 and quickly rising in popularity, Ecoresin is a sustainable, low-waste material perfect for functional and artistic home goods. In this hands-on workshop, Johnnie from Saved by Love Creations will guide you through the […]