Opening Reception: Echoes of the Future, Heirloom
Join Us for an Opening Reception!
Celebrate the opening of Echoes of the Future, our Artist Member Spring Showcase, and Heirloom by UT Tyler graduate student Makenzie Bierma-Wheeler.
Enjoy an evening of art, refreshments, and insight with a gallery talk and open Q&A.
We look forward to seeing you there!
ArtSocial
We are having a Luau! Bring your favorite tropical dish and join your fellow artists in making a unique Hawaiian Print.
Beginning Photography Camp
INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Nichols
AGES: Entering Grades 4th - 6th
Campers will learn basic digital photography skills using digital Kodak cameras owned by the Center. They will also enjoy a downtown excursion, a photo safari at the Abilene Zoo, and editing in the McMurry University Photo Lab. The location of the camp will vary during the week—those who have signed up will get the schedule two weeks before the ArtCamp date. *The fee includes all supplies and snacks.
BUILDING BONANZA II CAMP
INSTRUCTOR: Emilio Tolentino
AGES: Entering Grades 1st - 3rd
$100 CCA Members | $125 Non—Members
Campers will learn the joy of creating with 3/D. Students will have a variety of projects that deal with building. Students will leave camp with a good understanding of sculpture and 3/D.
Play in the Clay Art Camp
INSTRUCTOR: TBA
AGES: Entering 1st - 3rd Grades
Students will learn the joy of creating with clay. Several clay bodies will be used to teach campers how to create functional and decorative art works.
Manga Camp Again Art Camp
INSTRUCTOR: Bethany Connell
AGES: Entering Grades 5th - 8th
Welcome to the world of illustration, drawing, and anime. Join Mrs. Connell on an introduction to the world of comics. Students will study artists from around the world including Studio Ghibli, Christopher Hart, Yamamuro, and more. Students will learn from various animators' styles to create their own unique style! Students’ goal will be to leave at the end of the week with their own comic book. *Fee includes all supplies, a tote bag, and snacks.
Dames In Art Camp
INSTRUCTOR: April Rifenburgh
AGES: Entering Grades 1st - 3rd
$100 CCA Members | $125 Non—Members
Students will learn how different women throughout the ages created and determined the course of art. They will use a variety of mediums to create art that depicts female artists and their art styles.
Theatre Camp: Take Center Stage!
INSTRUCTOR: Victoria Spangler
AGES: Entering Grades 4th - 6th
The Center for Contemporary Arts will provide campers with the experience of designing a performance piece. Using music, literature and visual art, Dr. Victoria Spangler will help campers create original material from the smallest seed of an idea. Campers will also build costume pieces and props and select music and sound for their pieces. Campers will perform their program to an audience on their last day of camp. *Fee includes all supplies, tote bag, and snacks.
Dudes in Art Camp
INSTRUCTOR: Abbie Brentham Sandoval
AGES: Entering Grades 1st-3rd
$100 CCA Members | $125 Non-Members
Students will learn how different men throughout the ages created and determined the course of art. They will use a variety of mediums to create art that depicts male artists and their art styles.
Kitchen Creations: Art Recipes Art Camp
INSTRUCTOR: Brittany Bennett
AGES: Entering 4th-6th Grades
Students will use recipes and common kitchen items to create art materials. They will also use baked goods as the subject of a variety of artworks. Students will learn how to create art in the style of Wayne Thiebaud and will create a collection of recipes to take home.
Japanese Pop Art Power Art Camp
INSTRUCTOR: Emilio Tolentino
AGES: Entering Grades 9th - 12th
$100 CCA Members | $125 Non-Members
The Center for Contemporary Arts will provide campers with the experience of understanding and creating an art portfolio. Students will learn how to write an art statement and create a sample of works from one big idea. Skills learned will help students create advanced placement portfolios.
How to Capture a Dragon Art Camp
INSTRUCTOR: Bethany Connell
AGES: Entering Grades 5th - 8th
Welcome to the world of illustration, drawing, and painting dragons. Join Mrs. Connell for an introduction to the world of dragons. Students will learn about the different kinds of dragons, their history, their scale patterns, and their anatomy. Students will use a variety of media to capture multiple dragons.
ArtWalk Carwalk
Artwalk is a quarterly celebration of art in our Downtown Cultural District. We invite you to experience live art demonstrations, handcrafted art vendors, local food & drink, live music, + more.
ArtWalk Artoberfest
Artwalk is a quarterly celebration of art in our Downtown Cultural District. We invite you to experience live art demonstrations, handcrafted art vendors, local food & drink, live music, + more.
ArtWalk Christmas Market
Artwalk is a quarterly celebration of art in our Downtown Cultural District. We invite you to experience live art demonstrations, handcrafted art vendors, local food & drink, live music, + more.
ArtSocial
Celebrate Earth Day! Bring nature inspired food and some cards or dominoes, and be prepared to discuss what YOU have done for the Earth this month!
All Gallery Reception
Join us during our first ArtWalk of the year for a joint reception and artist talks for all of our new exhibitions!
April 5, 5 - 7 PM
ArtWalk
Artwalk is a quarterly celebration of art in our Downtown Cultural District. We invite you to experience live art demonstrations, handcrafted art vendors, local food & drink, live music, + more.
Art Brunch + Paint Off
Come brunch with us and watch an artist paint-off! Nne artists will battle to create the crowd favorite. Artists will complete an entire work in just 1 hour and 15 minutes while you watch. Vote for your favorite and bid on the paintings to take one home.
We'll have a delicious brunch made by Sweet Thyme Kitchen, bottomless mimosas, and the Paint-off as well as some NEW SURPRISES!
ArtSocial
Bring a new artwork for peer critique, an Irish dish or green food, and your problem solving skills for an Irish scavenger hunt!
ArtSocial: Perfect Pairs
Bring your favorite food pairings, like chips/salsa, spaghetti/meatballs, etc.
We will be making handmade valentines and playing an artist appreciation game.
This Is Me: Exhibition Reception
Celebrate the opening of the new photography exhibition by artist, Tyler Clements.
Altered Vision Exhibit Reception
Experience Altered Vision: Down and Dirty, Secrets from a Mad Potter, a ceramic exhibition inspired by nature and the first solo exhibition by Artist Member, Christi Kuppin.
Join us to celebrate Kuppin for the Opening Reception, January 17, 5-7PM in Gallery 4.
ArtSocial: Casseroles and Board Games
Bring a Casserole, a fun board game, and your plans/goals for your art in 2025!
ArtSocial
For Current and Prospective Artist Members: Join us for this NEW monthly opportunity to socialize and building community with fellow artists! Held on the Third Thursday of each month - we will make art, fellowship with food and drink, and build relationships.
ArtWalk Holiday Market
Artwalk is a monthly celebration of art in our Downtown Cultural District. On the second Thursday of every month, we invite you to experience live art demonstrations, handcrafted art vendors, local food & drink, + more.
2024 CCA Member Winter Showcase
View works from the Center for Contemporary Arts Artist Membership in a showcase of artworks in a range of mediums by our gifted artist membership. This yearly exhibition serves as a platform for CCA artist members to present their latest and greatest works.
An opening reception will be held Saturday, November 23 from 5-7 PM
It Began in The Garden: Opening
Join us for an evening celebrating the shared creative journey of Jennifer Hunter Jones and her husband, Brand Jones, Nov 23, 5 - 7 PM, featuring an artist talk at 6 PM.
ArtSocial
For Current and Prospective Artist Members: Join us for this NEW monthly opportunity to socialize and building community with fellow artists! Held on the Third Thursday of each month - we will make art, fellowship with food and drink, and build relationships.
ArtWalk
Artwalk is a monthly celebration of art in our Downtown Cultural District. On the second Thursday of every month, we invite you to experience live art demonstrations, handcrafted art vendors, local food & drink, + more.
Monthly Artist Member Meeting
Join other artists in the monthly meeting of the full artist membership! Share what you are working on, meet other artists, discuss topics from the broader art world, and learn about new opportunities.
Adult Craft Night: Beer and Bricks
David Reynaud: muralist, artist and Lego builder (David Has 361K followers on TikTok for his Lego Builds) will be the artist instructor for this event, revealing all of his lego knowledge! With you ticket purchase, you’ll receive one lego kit to build a phone charging stand and a charming cigar box (donated by our sponsor The Leaf) that you’ll take home at the end of the night.
All materials, beverages, and snacks are included in ticket. Beverages generously provided by Grain Theory.
*ticket purchases will end on 10/21/24 to ensure all supplies arrive on time.
ArtSocial
For Current and Prospective Artist Members: Join us for this NEW monthly opportunity to socialize and building community with fellow artists! Held on the Third Thursday of each month - we will make art, fellowship with food and drink, and build relationships.
ArtWalk
Artwalk is a monthly celebration of art in our Downtown Cultural District. On the second Thursday of every month, we invite you to experience live art demonstrations, handcrafted art vendors, local food & drink, + more.
Monthly Artist Member Meeting
Join other artists in the monthly meeting of the full artist membership! Share what you are working on, meet other artists, discuss topics from the broader art world, and learn about new opportunities.
40th ANNIVERSARY + CCAN OPENING CELEBRATION
Celebrate The Center's 40th Anniversary with a grand kick-off reception for CCAN 24! Check out the more than 155 works of art from over 30 states across the US, juror Adela Andea's site-specific installation, an Artists League of Texas history and art exhibition and a special performance by Mooniform! Don't miss this art-filled night.
Oaxacan Gold Street Party Celebration
Join us in our grand celebration of Oaxacan Gold with an authentic experience of food, spirits, and art! GET TICKETS
Indigo Dyeing Workshops
Join us for an immersive Indigo Workshop where you'll uncover the fascinating world of natural dyes. This workshop is perfect for artists, crafters, and anyone interested in sustainable and traditional dyeing techniques. GET TICKETS
ArtWalk
Artwalk is a monthly celebration of art in our Downtown Cultural District. On the second Thursday of every month, we invite you to experience live art demonstrations, handcrafted art vendors, local food & drink, + more.
Monthly Artist Member Meeting
Join other artists in the monthly meeting of the full artist membership! Share what you are working on, meet other artists, discuss topics from the broader art world, and learn about new opportunities.
ArtWalk
Artwalk is a monthly celebration of art in our Downtown Cultural District. On the second Thursday of every month, we invite you to experience live art demonstrations, handcrafted art vendors, local food & drink, + more.
Monthly Artist Member Meeting
Join other artists in the monthly meeting of the full artist membership! Share what you are working on, meet other artists, discuss topics from the broader art world, and learn about new opportunities.
Pairing Perfections: Mezcal + Oaxacan Gold
Abilene's cultural scene is set to dazzle with the Mezcal Tasting Sommelier Event, a highlight of the "Pairing Perfections" series, at the Center for Contemporary Arts on August 3, 2024. From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, guests are invited to indulge in an evening that promises to be an extraordinary blend of art, culture, and exquisite flavors.
Reconstructions Reception
July 19, 5-7 PM
Reception for Reconstructions: an installation by Bryan Vause.
Art Exploration Camp
THIS CAMP IS FULL. CLICK THE EVENT TO JOIN THE WAITLIST.
INSTRUCTOR: Abbie Brentham Sandoval
AGES: Entering Grades 1st-3rd
$100 CCA Members | $125 Non-Members
Join Art Educator, Abbie Brentham Sandoval, for a week of exploration in art! Students will explore many materials and art processes throughout the week. Students will draw, paint, and make prints as they learn about the hows and whys of being an artist. This camp will be fun and colorful and perfect for a student wanting to try many things.