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SUMMARY:Future Fashionistas: Learn to Design and Illustrate Like A Pro! Ages 11-15
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a passion for style? Do you fill your notebooks with clothing doodles and dream of seeing your own designs on the runway? Step into the shoes of a real designer in this immersive\, hands-on fashion illustration course! \nThis creative studio class guides you through the entire process of bringing fashion to life. Start by mastering the fundamentals of the fashion figure and practicing dynamic poses used by professional designers to showcase clothing. As you  dive deeper into illustration\, you will learn to identify classic fashion silhouettes\, speak the language of style with standard fabric terms\, respond to fun design prompts\, and curate your  own custom color palettes. Using a mix of pencils\, markers\, and watercolors\, practice the step-by-step workflow of brainstorming quick concept sketches and polishing them into portfolio-ready finished art pieces. All materials are provided! Just bring your imagination and enthusiasm.  A curated supply list will be provided at the start of class if you wish to keep creating and building your own toolkit at home. \nJillian Nielsen began sewing and designing at a young age\, attending fashion design programs in Connecticut and NYC\, attended Bard College at Simon’s Rock and has a Certificate in Costume Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology. She was the equine costume designer for the CT Opera Company’s “Carmen” and she is currently a costume designer for “Listen to Me”\, a new interpretation of Gertrude Stein’s work. She has taught Spectrum Art Gallery’s Fashion Week for two years and has her fiber and jewelry creations for sale at Spectrum Art Gallery in Centerbrook. \nDates: Saturdays\, October 17\, 24\, 31; Nov. 7\, 14.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/future-fashionistas-learn-to-design-and-illustrate-like-a-pro-ages-11-15/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Spectrum Art Gallery/Arts Center Killingworth\, 61 Main Street\, Centerbrook\, CT\, 06409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Events
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SUMMARY:Trek-or-Treat Hike with ELT & ILA (All Ages)
DESCRIPTION:Program for families with children of all ages. \nThe libraries and Land Trust are joining the Pumpkin Festival this year! \nJoin Essex Library\, Ivoryton Library\, and Essex Land Trust for a family hike through The Millrace Preserve! Kids and families are invited to solve silly Halloween riddles as they walk along a festive path\, enjoy a treat afterward courtesy of ELT\, and take home a fun craft kit\, courtesy of the libraries! This is a 15-20 min self-guided hike\, come any time during the scheduled time frame! \nThis program is free and open to the public. \nThis program will be held at The Millrace\, Ivory St\, Ivoryton. In the event of rain\, this program will not be held. \nNo registration is required\, drop in!
URL:https://essexct.com/event/trek-or-treat-hike-with-elt-ila-all-ages/
LOCATION:The Millrace\, Ivory Street\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Events
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SUMMARY:Modern Minimal: Exploring Analog Collage
DESCRIPTION:This art class welcomes participants of all skill levels who are interested in analog collage. The course introduces the fundamentals of collage\, focusing on minimalism and the use of a limited palette. Through guided exercises\, the class learns how to select and arrange images to create visually engaging compositions. Emphasis is placed on simplicity and balance to encourage creativity within constraints and foster an appreciation for a clean\, modern aesthetic. \nOver four studio sessions\, participants practice the essential methods of analog collage: selection of substrates\, cutting techniques\, adhesive applications\, color theory\, and composition.  Projects such as creating a master board\, starting and updating a studio notebook\, designing artist trading cards and finally creating a personal collage are designed to practice newly acquired skills and  encourage participants to develop their own unique modern aesthetic. Small supply list available upon registration. \nMolly Waite Lund is an analog collage artist who lives in Essex\, Connecticut.  As a self-taught artist\, Lund is continuously experimenting with color\, shape\, relationships\, and negative space.  She is compelled to repurpose vintage papers as a reminder of the history that has shaped her life. In her collages\, the world that Lund imagines is a place where the familiar becomes unfamiliar\, and the impossible becomes ordinary. \nLund is active in the online collage community\, frequently joining challenges to create collages around themes or prompts.  These interactions have resulted in Lund’s work being selected for publication in books\, magazines\, and on a deck of cards; for inclusion in national and international public displays of collage works; and exhibition at local art galleries in Connecticut and New York. Lund’s work was also displayed in a solo show at South of Main Art Collective during June\, July\, and August 2022. Her work is currently exhibited at Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook\, Connecticut.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/modern-minimal-exploring-analog-collage/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Spectrum Art Gallery/Arts Center Killingworth\, 61 Main Street\, Centerbrook\, CT\, 06409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Theater,Events
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SUMMARY:Scarecrow Contest sponsored by The Essex Board of Trade
DESCRIPTION:The Essex Scarecrow Contest and FestiFall have become a much-loved community tradition\, bringing creativity\, fun\, and local spirit to the Main Streets of Centerbrook\, Essex\, and Ivoryton each fall!\n\n\nEvery year\, residents\, businesses\, and organizations design and build scarecrows to display on lamp posts throughout town. The scarecrows will be on display all October\, so stroll the streets\, snap photos\, and share your favorites!\n\n\n\n\nVoting to start online on Saturday\, October 3rd at https://essexct.com/scarecrow-contest-2026/\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email ebotpresident@gmail.com
URL:https://essexct.com/event/scarecrow-contest-sponsored-by-the-essex-board-of-trade/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Essex Village
CATEGORIES:Activity,Arts & Theater,Events,Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Tweens & Teens Make Spooky Candles (Ages 8-18)
DESCRIPTION:Program designed for tweens and teens ages 8-18! \nIt’s spooky season! Celebrate by making festive candles with cool\, spooky temporary tattoos! All supplies will be provided\, just bring your creativity! \nEssex Library programs are free and open to the public. \nRegistration is required. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/tweens-teens-make-spooky-candles-ages-8-18/
LOCATION:Essex Library Association\, 33 West Avenue\, Essex\, CT\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
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SUMMARY:Trunk-or-Treat
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy a fun Halloween evening filled with decorated trunks\, costumes\, candy\, spooky displays\, and family-friendly fun for kids and families throughout Essex. \nTrunk or Treat is part of the Ivoryton Pumpkin Festival\, making it a great stop for families enjoying the day’s Halloween festivities. \nBring the kids in costume\, stroll through the decorated trunks\, and enjoy a great community Halloween celebration. \nInterested in displaying a trunk? \nThis year\, residents of Ivoryton\, Centerbrook\, and Essex Village are all invited to take part. \nContact the Ivoryton Village Alliance at IvorytonVillageAlliance@gmail.com \nOne Town – Three Villages – One Great Halloween Celebration.
URL:https://essexct.com/event/trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:Ivoryton Village Alliance\, P.O. Box 88\, Ivoryton\, CT\, 06442\, United States
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