No, this program has not been tested on animals. Why should kids be the only ones getting their hands dirty? If you have ever wondered what it feels like to gouge away at a linoleum block, or to wear a tank top of your own design, sign up for our curiosity sessions and liberate your inner artist! Made possible in part by the Annenberg Foundation.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. For more information or to register, contact Holly at 323.937.4230 x28 or workshops@cafam.org.

Thursday | September 25, 2008
6:30 pm–approximately 9:00 pm
$15 | $10 CAFAM Members
Location: 9341 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

What is the Lower Jurassic? What does it have in common with a sculpture of Pope John Paul II carved out of a strand of hair? Find your own answers to these questions and talk with founder and MacArthur Fellow (the "genius grant") David Wilson over tea and refreshments. For more info about this one-of-a-kind museum, go to www.mjt.org.

Advanced registration required. Click here to download the registration form; for more information, contact Holly at 323.937.4230 x28 or email workshops@cafam.org.

Wednesdays | October 1–November 5, 2008
7:00 pm–9:30 pm
$220 | $200 CAFAM members (+ $35 materials fee paid to instructor)
Instructor: John Greco
Location: Josephine Press (2928 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404)

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to learn about the versatile medium of Intaglio printmaking. A perfect introduction for beginners, this class will focus on several techniques including etching and drypoint. For more information on John and Josephine press, visit www.josephinepress.com.

Advanced registration required by September 22. Click here to download the registration form; for more information, contact Holly at 323.937.4230 x28 or email workshops@cafam.org.

Tuesdays | October 14–28, 2008
7:00 pm–9:00 pm
$60 | $50 CAFAM members
Instructor: Holly Jerger

Stake your claim to the world by creating your own fantasyscape in this multimedia collage workshop inspired by Josh Dorman's allegorical and lush works. Each participant will produce a series of 3–4 small pieces to take home.

Advanced registration required. Click here to download the registration form; for more information, contact Holly at 323.937.4230 x28 or email workshops@cafam.org.

Sunday | October 26, 2008
10:00 am–3:00 pm
$60 | $50 CAFAM members
Instructor: Sonia Romero
Location: She Rides The Lion Press (133 N. Ave. 50, Highland Park, CA 90042)

This hands-on workshop explores layering silhouette shapes inspired by Polish and early American folk paper-cutting with colorful textured backgrounds to create vibrant, painterly, one-of-a-kind prints. Express your creativity and enjoy a delicious Mexican lunch at the studio of local artist Sonia Romero. Learn more about Sonia and her press at www.sheridesthelion.com.

Advanced registration required. Click here to download the registration form; for more information, contact Holly at 323.937.4230 x28 or email workshops@cafam.org.

Thursdays | November 6 and 13, 2008
7:00 pm–9:00 pm
$90 | $75 CAFAM members
Instructor: Jennifer D. Anderson

In this workshop, you will learn the basics and versatility of silkscreen printmaking, using paper and photographic stencil techniques to create screens for printing. Start thinking of ideas! To learn more about the artist/instructor, visit www.jenniferdanderson.com.

Advanced registration required by October 28. Click here to download the registration form; for more information, contact Holly at 323.937.4230 x28 or email workshops@cafam.org.

Sunday | November 2—Wool Scarf
Sunday | November 23—Wool Bag
1:30 pm–5:00 pm
$40 per class | $35 CAFAM members
Instructor: Yuko Makuuchi

Express your creativity and unique style! In this workshop, you will design your own piece of wearable art through the modish technique of felting. Choose to attend either one or both sessions and make wonderful holiday gifts for loved ones or something special for yourself

Advanced registration required. Click here to download the registration form; for more information, contact Holly at 323.937.4230 x28 or email workshops@cafam.org.

Sunday | November 16, 2008
10:00 am–approximately 5:00 pm
$35 | $30 CAFAM members (includes lunch)

Visit the Los Angeles studios of ceramic and printmaking artist Julie Hunter Bagish and printmaker Mary Sherwood Brock and have lunch in a secret folk art garden nestled in the Hollywood Hills (a rare and special treat)! This trip will include walking, steps, and narrow passages—flat shoes are highly recommended! For more info on Julie, visit www.julspottery.com and for Mary, visit msherwood.com.

Advanced registration required. Click here to download the registration form; for more information, contact Holly at 323.937.4230 x28 or email workshops@cafam.org.