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WorkshopsSong Writing 3 Day Workshop with Paul LewisDo you have a song in your head that youknow is good but want to make it great?Learn lyric and melody so that you’ll be ableto develop your own song on your first andsecond day. Then, on the third day, you’llperform in front of an audience of friends,family and neighbors. Students will be shownon guitar, piano and harmonica how to builda melody, then we will focus on the lyrics inorder to complete your song.Social Media Workshop with Katie HurleyIn this class you will learn how to properlyget your art on the Internet. You’ll also learnthe best platform (Facebook or Instagram) touse, how best to photograph your work andhow to create engaging content and connectto your audience in this two-day workshop.You’ll leave with the tools you need tojump-start your online presence!Length - 3 DaysThursday, Friday & SaturdayJan. 9,10, (10:30-12pm ),11 Concert at 2pmLength - 1 SessionFriday & SaturdayIntro: Jan. 17 (2-4pm)Facebook: Jan. 18 (10am-12pm)Instagram: Jan. 18 (1-3pm)Cost - 55 Members, 85 Non-membersCost - 10 Members, 15 Non-membersDorchester Center for the Arts12

Sign Me Up! Workshop with Maggii SarfatySip on a glass of wine while you make yourvery own plank art signs for decorating!Learn the steps in acrylic to antique, distressand letter your own unique sign. Come withyour own idea or choose from Maggii’sselection of inspirational quotes or vintagelook signs. A perfect decoration for any roomin the house. Bring your own small plank orpurchase one from Maggii for a ten dollar fee,paint included! Come with friends and enjoywine and nibbles while you paint. Have fun!Length - 1 DayTuesday (6:30-8:30pm)Jan. 21Cost - 40 Members, 60 Non-membersMaterials Cost - 10 payable to instructorDorchester Center for the ArtsZen Weekend 3 Day WorkshopIt is said that “Art and Zen are the same”.Whether it is flower arranging (ikebana),calligraphy (shodo), brush painting (sumi-e),or the famous tea ceremony (chanoyu), Zenis inseparable from these arts, the artist, andthe viewer. Come take part in the culture thatinspired Impressionists like Degas, Monet,and Van Gogh through a variety of programsincluding public demonstrations andworkshops on flower arranging, calligraphy,and brush painting, a Japanese flute concert(shakuhachi), a tea ceremony, and others.Length - 3 DaysMar. 6 - Mar. 8Check our website and Facebook page forupdates on hours and costs13

The Art of Screen Painting with John IampieriA three hour workshop where you’ll createan historically accurate screen like thosedeveloped in Old Baltimore back in 1913.These screens created privacy for row houseowners. Magically, the painting on one sideof the screen is visible to the street but onlythe people inside the room can see throughthe screen. Each student will paint their own14”x19” wood framed, tear resistant screen.Length - 1 DaySaturdayFeb. 1 (1-4pm)Cost - 55 Members, 85 Non-membersMaterials Cost - 25 payable to instructorPysanky: Ukrainian Egg Decorating withCheryl PriceLearn this ancient art of decorating blownout eggs and the history behind the art. Eachstudent will learn the techniques passed onthrough generations and be able to practicethese techniques on two eggs. Bring yourown thoughts and ideas or copy one of thesamples available.AdultsLength - 1 DaySession I: Mar. 19 (6:30-8:30pm)Session II: Mar. 21 (10am-12pm)Cost - 12 Members, 15 Non-membersChildren (Ages: 4-17)Length - 1 DayMar. 21 (1-3pm)Cost - 10 Members, 12 Non-membersDorchester Center for the Arts14

Fun & Funky Furniture with Terri GriffinThis two-day workshop will teach the art ofup-cycling furniture. Through the magic ofyour ideas, paint, glue and other materialswill transform a shabby old piece of furnitureinto a one-of-a-kind piece of art. Studentslearn how to decoupage and embellishwith a variety of items, then seal the piecewith polyurethane so the piece will last alifetime and more. You bring a small piece offurniture, all other supplies will be provided.Participants take home their completedpiece of furniture as well as an instructionalprintout of the process for future reference.Ideas for a piece to decorate are, an end tablea small cabinet, or a small chair.Length - 2 DaysMar. 13 (4-8pm), Mar. 14 (10am-4pm)Cost - 80 Members, 115 Non-membersMaterials Cost - 25 payable 1st day of classDorchester Center for the Arts15

ProgramsTeen Poetry Workshop (Age 13-18)Grace Cavalieri, Maryland’s 10th PoetLaureate’s Workshop on Writing Poetry.Tell your story through poetry. This courseinvolves talks, prompts and writing on thespot. “We don’t make poems as instant relics,but rather access the ideas always availableto us.” The students will learn methods tojump start poems at home. Please bringwriting materials to the workshop. Grace willrecord each poet with at least a few of theirnew lines created, to make a podcast of theevent.For those under 18 years of age, pleasebring signed permission slips which will befurnished at registration so that photos maybe taken and used by the Maryland StateArts Council.Children’s Tales Told, Dance and Sing along withStoryteller Granddaddy, Walter Jones (Age 3-10)Granddaddy is a musical storyteller andsome-what of a pied piper. Well known inBaltimore where children flocked to hisperformances. This promises to be a funand engaging educational experience thatopens the door to the world of knowledgeby presenting quality “edutainment” that notonly stimulates young minds with the bestof contemporary culture but also teachesvital social and educational skills. Adults areencouraged to stay and watch their childrenbe enthralled.Saturday (10:30-11:30am)Jan. 25Cost - 5 Per Person, 15 Max. Per FamilySaturday (1-3pm)Jan. 18Snow day: Jan. 25Cost - FreeDorchester Center for the Arts16

Open Mic with Maris WickerFridays come alive with community talents.Stop by with or without a talent to share.You can always come just for your listeningpleasure. Either way, meet new people, enjoya sip and a nibble of something and have awonderful evening. 18 and under must comewith an adult.Friday (7-9pm)Jan. 31Feb. 28Mar. 27The Life of Fredrick Douglas portrayed byWalter JonesPerformed by storyteller Walter Jones. Walterbrings the early life of Frederick Douglas tolife in an engaging presentation that is sureto enlighten and delight young and old alike.This is a wonderful way to introduce FredrickDouglas and his life to your whole family.Saturday (3-4pm)Feb. 22Cost - 8 Per Person, 20 Max. Per FamilyCost - FreeDorchester Center for the Arts17

Concert, “Still Hoping” with Maris Wickerand FriendsThis was a popular concert two years agowhen she last performed at DorchesterCenter for the Arts so we know you’ll enjoythis refreshed version. The group will performboth original and well known songs, andwas formed by Maris from talented localmusicians who enjoy combining their talentsof singing and playing various instruments.Thursday (7-8pm)Mar. 19Cost - 10 Members, 15 Non-membersFor the latest updates on classes,workshops, and programs visit us regularlyat dorchesterarts.org or on social mediaDorchester Center for the Arts18

Instructor BiosJan BoettgerJan started by taking a glass class at DCA under the instruction ofBill Wise, a teacher at the center in the 80’s. When Bill retired, Jancontinued to produce her sparkling images as well as teach the artof stained glass. Jan’s love for working in glass and teaching thecraft shows in both her students’ work and her own. When askedJan says, “My greatest joy over the years has been the variety ofstudents I have taught and the pride these students have for thebeautiful pieces they created.” Much of Jan’s work can be seen invarious buildings around the shore.Grace CavalieriGrace is an American poet, playwright and radio host of “The Poet andthe Poem from the Library of Congress. In 2019 she was appointed the10th Poet Laureate of Maryland. Grace has published 24 books andchapbooks of poetry, written and produced 26 plays and texts for 2operas. She has co-founded or founded several publishing houses andpresses and operates a small press where she is very active. She hasmost recently won an appropriation of 1,050,000 made available forthe 13 most distinguished Poets Laureates in America. Find Grace athttps://www.gracecavalieri.com/Diana EvansDiana Evans has been teaching watercolor technique for over 9years. She enjoys painting landscapes, seascapes, flowers, andthe wildlife of the Eastern Shore Diana enjoys teaching beginningstudents and encourages her students to request subjects thatare of interest to them.Robert GladneyRobert’s profession is art and design. He is multi talented and hasstudied the fine arts of drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture,ceramics, and graphic design at various art schools across thecountry. Always keen to help others experience the joy that he hasfound in art, he particularly enjoys the beginning students and isalways there to answer questions and help the student figure outthe answers.Dorchester Center for the Arts19

Terri GriffinRe-cycled furniture is Terri’s passion. Being able to save an oldworn piece and turn it into a beautiful whimsical piece of furnitureis her mission. She creates useful unique furniture made fromvarious papers, dried leaves, foil and fabric and loves to share herknowledge and inspire whimsy within her students. Find Terri’s workon Facebook @ Pollie and Paper- Recycled furniture by Terri GriffinHomeKatie HurleyOutside of being the Visual Arts Coordinator for Dorchester Centerfor the Arts, Katie has a freelance Graphic Designer business. Herwork encompasses branding, print design, web design and socialmedia consultation. Katie received her B.F.A in Graphic Designwith a concentration in Curatorial Studies from Maryland InstituteCollege of Art (MICA).Find Katie’s work at www.khurleydesign.com or on instagram/facebook @khurleydesignJohn IamperiJohn is a visual artist interested in sharing the magical, veryfunctional art form of screen painting. He is a member of theBaltimore Painted Screen Society and has traveled throughoutMaryland teaching this 104-year-old folk art. In windows, screendoors, as wall hangings and as porch enclosures, John’s paintingsare commissioned worldwide and exhibited in numerous venues.Find John’s work on YouTube and FacebookWalter JonesWalter Jones is a musical storyteller, performing arts educator,certified special educator and children’s minister. He is a graduateof Yale University and Howard University Divinity School. Hereceived training in special education and reading instruction fromGoucher College and Towson University. Walter strongly believesthat children are our future and that we should do our best toprovide them with positive experiences that will not only educatethem but also inspire them to strive for a brighter tomorrow.Find him on LinkedInDorchester Center for the Arts20

Windy KarpavageWindy is a fiber artist and owner of Kaire’je Studios, a fiber arts retailbusiness on Taylor’s Island that carries high quality and unusualfibers and materials. Windy is passionate about knitting and feltingand is familiar with many fiber art forms. She has worked as a testknitter for a knitwear designer where she perfected fine finishingdetails. She currently teaches knitting at DCA and helps knitters newand experienced bring their own unique flare to their work.Find Windy at w.b.karpavage on FacebookPaul LewisD.M. Paul Lewis is an Eastern Shore singer and song writer. He isa graduate of St. Mary’s College in Southern Maryland where hestudied song creation and lyrics writing. He has written over 100songs and he performs his own original works.Find Paul on ryl PriceCheryl is an active community member throughout DorchesterCounty. It is because of her enthusiasm and love of teaching; she isoften seen with Girl Scouts enthusiastically trailing behind her. Oneof her passions is creating pysanky eggs. These Ukrainian craftedbatik painted eggs are a specialty of Cheryl’s that she is happy toshare with all.Maggii SarfatyMaggii Sarfaty studied fine art at the Maryland Institute College ofArt. Growing up along the Chesapeake Bay of Maryland instilled alove of the water and all things coastal. In 1990 Maggii embarkedon her career as a muralist and faux finisher with work featured inWomen’s Day, Traditional Home and several regional publications.She works in watercolor, gauche and oil. Besides studio art sheloves to paint “en plein air”.Find Maggii’s work at www.MermaidMaggii.etsy.comDorchester Center for the Arts21

Warren SaundersWarren is a master decoy carver born and raised on a farm inDorchester County. Warren spent his early life studying waterfowl intheir natural surroundings. Warren studied with noted carvers overthe years and has become one of the noted experts in his craft. Heparticipates in exhibitions and shows throughout the easternUnited States. He became an Open Class Carver over 22 years agoand was notified by the international Wood Carver’s Associationcongratulating him on being amongst the top 120 top carvers inthe country. Find Warren Saunders on FacebookMaris WickerMaris is a Cambridge institution; always involved in helping others, orcreating music wherever she goes. She started her music career inBaltimore singing with her father in various venues. She learned pianoat an early age and has always been happy to share her talents withothers. You can often find Maris at DCA hosting Open Mic on finalFridays where she has also performed on her own and with friendsin concert.Barbara ZuehlkeBarbara Zuehlke is an award winning Eastern Shore artist. Sheworks in various mediums from serigraph to oil, focusing primarilyon watercolor. Using wet pigment on wet paper (wet on wet),Barbara creates a softness and flow that is exciting when combinedwith the sharp, clean edges of working on dry paper. Barb createsbeauty for your enjoyment; believing that good drawing is the basisfor good painting and that the observer needs to feel the medium. “the flow and transparency of watercolor or the rich gooeynessof oil.” Find Barb at www.barbarazuehlke.comDorchester Center for the Arts22

ExhibitsExhibits change monthly in the Dorchester Center for the Artsgalleries. We showcase all types of art from local and regionalartists throughout the year.JanuaryJanuary is our annual members exhibition. Fordetails visit us online to download the application.The second Saturday Artists’ Reception and awardsceremony will be held Jan. 11 from 5-7:30pm. Inconjunction with the annual members show we arehonoring Dorchester Center for the Arts founder W.Robert Tolley with a retrospective of his work in thefront gallery.FebruaryFebruary showcases the Baywater Camera Club’smembers in their annual photography show. This showwill be judged by the Maryland Photo Alliance of whichBaywater Camera Club is member. The Second SaturdayArtists’ Reception will be held on Feb. 8 from 5-7:30pm.MarchIn the front gallery we have a selection of work fromBarb Zuehlke and her water color class. This exhibit willshowcase her students and their working process. TheSecond Saturday Artists’ Reception will be held on Mar.14 from 5-7:30pm.For the latest updates on Exhibits visit usregularly at dorchesterarts.org or onsocial mediaDorchester Center for the Arts23

RentalsPlease consider our landmark building for your wedding, anniversaryparty, reunion, corporate or civic function, or performance. We offer avariety of versatile spaces that can be uniquely configured to meetyour needs.Our facility rentals include tables, chairs,ample restrooms, flexible restrooms, flexibleroom arrangements, and generous parking.VolunteerCome play a part in the arts at DCA!Dorchester Center for the Arts is always interested in imaginative andcollaborative artists with new ideas who want to our join efforts tocreate community through the arts.Give us a call at 410-228-7782 or stop in for more information Teach a class or workshop Guest bartend for Second Saturday Artists’ Receptions Host a community program or event Be a docent in the gift shop Decorate for events Help with mailings Tidy the grounds and flower pots Assist with summer camp Organize supplies in the classroom Provide tech support for performances Distribute organizational materials throughout the Dorchestercommunity and the Midshore: brochures, posters, postcards, etc.Dorchester Center for the Arts24

MembershipBenefits of MembershipBeing a member of the Dorchester Center forthe Arts has a lot of perks: Annual Members’ Show and Sale Potential to sell work in the StudioWorksGiftshop Discounts on classes Discounts on workshops Discounts in participating localrestaurantsMembership FormRenewalNew MemberDateNameAddressCityZipStateTelephoneEmailI was recruited byPlease send DCA publications via email.Please Check OneSingle 45Family 55Student 15Partner in the Arts 100Corporate Member 300Supporter of the Arts Patron of the Arts Directors’ Circle Founders’ Circle Payment OptionsGift CertificatesMy Check is enclosed.A gift that keeps on giving. Our wonderful giftI wish to charge to: Visacertificates come in any amount and are goodfor classes, art purchases, the gift shop, andCard No.much more!Exp. DateContact receptionist@dorchesterarts.org orstop in to learn more.Dorchester Center for the ArtsMCDiscoverSignaturePlease return payment to: Dorchester Centerfor the Arts, 321 High Street, Cambridge, MD2161325

Information/PoliciesMissionThe Dorchester Center for the Arts is dedicatedto enriching Maryland’s Eastern Shore communitythrough high quality, engaging programmingin the visual, literary, musical, and performingarts. As the designated County Arts Council, theDorchester Center for the Arts is committed toincreasing access to the arts for all members of ourcommunity by supporting extensive outreach andeducational opportunities in the arts.VisionThe Dorchester Center for the Arts is thecommunity arts organization providing diverseprograms, instruction, and support for all the artsin Dorchester County.PhotographsDorchester Center for the Arts reserves the right to

The DCA art community inspires creativity and empowers artists at all levels. From art classes and music programs to interest groups and gallery exhibits, there is a broad array of programs and services to nourish the mind, body and spirit. I hope you will find offerings within these pages for enjoyment and enrichment during these winter months.