CEDARBURG CULTURAL CENTER
NOVEMBER ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
GREG YOUNG
Greg Young took up carving as a hobby while serving as a full-time pastor in Germantown many years ago. “My wife always enjoyed hand-carved Santas so I took a class offered at a hardware store in the metro area. Though I never completed the carving, something “clicked” for me and I started carving subjects of my own design, which were simple at first and became more complex as I got better as an artist.” In 2004 he published the how-to book, “Carving Bottlestoppers” for Fox Chapel Publishing and submitted the chapter, Carving the Rustic Fireplace Mantle, for John Lehman’s second edition of “Fireplace and Mantle Ideas”. He has many how-to articles published in “Woodcarving Illustrated” magazine as well as “Whittling”.
He found that “because I do a lot of crisis response work in my professional life, woodcarving and teaching woodcarving have become a therapy for me, a creative counterpoint to the stressful incidents I have to respond to.” Greg Young is also the chaplain, trainer and debriefer for the Germantown Police Department and a retired chaplain with the FBI. Greg is currently a Resilience/Post-traumatic growth trainer as well as a trainer in Cumulative Stress and Moral Injury. Greg has a B.A. in Sociology and M. Divinity degree; he also completed a two-year post-graduate clinical program at the Center for Religion and Psychotherapy of Chicago.
Greg Young
Stop in to see the artist; he will be demonstrating at the CCC on November 1, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22: 12-5 pm.
Wood Carving: Wedged In with Greg Young
Tuesdays, November 11& 18: 6-8:30 pm
In this wood carving class for beginners, you will learn the steps to create this whimsical bear that is precariously stuck in a log! The instructor will demonstrate the carving of each step leading to the completion of the project as well as work with each student individually throughout the class time. Prepare to have fun and do bring your sense of humor! Students need to purchase Kevlar carving gloves ($9 on Amazon); all other supplies and tools are provided. An additional $10 supply fee is payable to the instructor on the first day of class.
$75 CCC Members / $89 Non-Members
Wood Carving: It’s Santa! with Greg Young
Tuesdays, December 2 & 9: 6-8:30 pm
In this wood carving class for beginners, you will learn the steps to carve this delightful Santa. The instructor will demonstrate the carving of each step leading to the completion of the project as well as work with each student individually throughout the class time. Prepare to have fun and do bring your sense of humor! Students need to purchase Kevlar carving gloves ($9 on Amazon); all other supplies and tools are provided. An additional $10 supply fee is payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Must register by November 30.
$75 CCC Members / $89 Non-Members
DECEMBER ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
MICKI HIGH
“My paintings are a response to subjects that are often more felt than named. I prefer to filter out the need for the realistic and instead represent the essence of a seen image. Tapping into multisensory memories and a liminal world leads to abstract shape, textures, colours and marks in my art; this evokes the impressions of the internal and external landscapes we have travelled to be here.”
~ Micki High
Micki’s work is a study of the mystery inherent in our understanding and experience of Nature. Texture, colour, layering, excavation, visual and physical depth play a role in her storytelling and support her deeper exploration of the natural world. She uses a squeegee, palette knives, stencils, brayers, monoprinting, bold shapes, gestural lines, incision, compressed textures and layers to achieve the intention of each piece created.
Her hope is for viewers to see her awe and leave-taking of concrete images that inspire the work; colour; vitality, intuition, and depth of expression that define her paintings. Micki feels that creative work that transports the viewer into other felt places is deeply satisfying and celebrates the mysteries that are often hidden to our eyes but intrinsically felt. We have stories to tell through marks and layers of paint.
Micki High
“Every canvas is a journey all its own”
~ Helen Frankenthaler
Stop in to see the artist; she will be demonstrating at the CCC on: (December dates are coming soon!)
Introductory Cold Wax and Oil with Micki High
Thursday & Friday, January 8 & 9: 9 am-12 pm
Join us for a two-day, hands-on introduction to the fundamentals of abstract painting using oil and cold wax. Designed for beginners and those looking to deepen their practice, this workshop offers guided instruction, live demonstrations and plenty of studio time to explore techniques and tools. Participants will start with intuitive mark-making and build layers using various tools to manipulate the wax/oil mixture. Micki will cover key concepts such as wax-to-oil ratios, managing drying times and using techniques like reduction and excavation to create rich textures and depth. She believes that it is with good understanding of how colors work together that we can create subtle and sophisticated tints and shades. She will guide us in a simple approach to color by developing a spectrum of values with neutrals and then creating harmonious palettes. Working on 2 to 3 paintings at once throughout the workshop, allows students greater freedom and experimentation. While the emphasis is on abstraction, participants are encouraged to incorporate elements of realism based on their own vision and goals. Through exploration, students will learn how to identify emerging subject matter in their work and refine it using tools suited for dry surface manipulation. All materials are provided; students only need to bring an apron, roll of paper towel and landscape photo references. A separate $45 supply fee is due to instructor at the start of class.
$95 CCC Members / $114 Non-Members
JANUARY ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
DENI STORM
FEBRUARY ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
TAYLOR MCDARISON
Taylor McDarison
“My work has always yearned to twist the viewpoint of reality through a window into the fantastical. Having grown up on a small farm, my upbringing gave me a passion for nature and the organic aesthetic with which it is infused. Long, delicate lines speak to a temperament of whimsy. Clay in of itself is a medium containing a sort of playful energy. That is the fuel from which I create. Alongside this idea of fantasy or oddity, my inspirations are found in lore around the world. I use this folklore to advocate ideologies to my audience that would otherwise be harder to digest. My work oftentimes reads rather surreal and dark.”
-Taylor
Taylor McDarrison was raised on a modest three-acre hobby farm in the small township of Richmond, Wisconsin. It was here at her childhood home that she discovered her love for animals, nature and, more importantly, art. “From the moment I picked up a crayon as a three year old, it became very apparent where my passion lied. Taylor went on to graduate from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with a BFA with emphases in Sculpture/Ceramics. She has presented art related research in Iowa (2016 Upper Midwest Honors Conference), Minnesota (2016 National Council of Undergraduate Research), Washington (2015 National Council of Undergraduate Research) and Wisconsin (2017 Global Intergenerational conference). She has also served on executive boards for over 10 student and community organizations. Her work has been displayed in galleries across Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio and Washington. She founded Arttaysia, LLC, a creative entrepreneurship from which she sells her works, disseminates progress photography/footage and cultivates a community of art enthusiasts.
Details coming soon on when the artist will be at CCC!
Stained Glass Lotus
with Taylor McDarison
Saturday, February 28: 9 am-5 pm
Learn to work with the delicate but alluring medium of stained glass. Participants will learn glass cutting techniques, use of grinder, foiling and soldering processes and finally, how to assemble a 3-D piece. This class is designed for folks of varying skill sets. Even if you have never touched glass in your life, you are more than welcome in this class. A bit more experienced? We have a selection of patterns to choose from that suits your creativity and skill level. All supplies and tools are provided. Students may purchase their choice color of stained glass from instructor at $15/sheet. Class will break one hour for lunch.
$120 CCC Members / $144 Non-Members
MARCH ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
CINDY SARKADY
Cindy Sarkady
“For over four decades, I have been captivated by the magic of watercolor—watching as colors and light flow together in an organic dance, each stroke revealing something new and beautiful. My journey as an artist began in high school when my father encouraged me to take a formal art class instead of spending my time in study hall. It was there that I discovered my passion for detailed watercolor painting, a medium that has since become my favorite.”-Sarkady
Though watercolors remain at the heart of her work, Cindy also considers herself a mixed-media artist. She frequently incorporates pen and ink, as well as acrylics, to add depth and texture to her pieces. She admits she is particularly drawn to the movement of waves on water and the beauty of sunsets, but her subjects are wide-ranging—from nature to nudes. Each painting is an exploration of light, color, and form.
In recent years, she has ventured into the world of children’s book illustration. This new direction has challenged her to adapt her techniques, transitioning from wet-on-wet watercolor methods to painting over dry paper. Pen and ink accents help bring the characters to life, and she is constantly learning how to infuse emotion and expression into each illustration to match the stories she helps to tell.
Collage work has also recently become a new passion of hers. This medium has pushed her to slow down and think carefully about each element added to the piece, as the process involves layering and arranging different materials to create texture, depth, and meaning. The tactile nature of collage has been both challenging and rewarding for her, as it demands precision, patience, and an openness to experimentation. She remains excited to continue exploring this new artistic territory and to see where it takes her.
Stop in to see the artist; she will be demonstrating at the CCC on:
March 3: 1-5 pm
March 13, 14, 20, 25, 29: 10 am-2 pm
Layers of Creativity Cut, Paste, Create:
A Collage Workshop
with Cindy Sarkady
Thursday, March 19: 5:30-8:30 pm
Gather your favorite papers, magazines, and a dash of imagination! In this fun, hands-on workshop, we will experiment with design, color and layering to create meaningful collages. A welcoming space for beginners and experienced makers alike to unwind, connect, and create. All supplies will be provided and are included in the class fee. Paper will also be included but if you have something you want to use bring it along.
$60 CCC Members / $72 Non-Members
APRIL ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
MARY PESCH
MAY ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
JUDY GROWCHOWSKI