Park Circle Ceramics
Park Circle Ceramics (PCC) offers a paint-your-own pottery experience for all ages and abilities. The studio is located at 1103 Marquis Road in North Charleston, situated in the bustling Park Circle neighborhood of North Charleston just around the corner from Park Circle Gallery, as well as a number of restaurants, bars/breweries, shops, parks, and other amenities. PCC offers open studio time, classes for seniors, adults and children, birthday parties, small group events, seasonal drop-in events, and more!
Hours are Wednesdays & Thursdays from 10:00am-7:00pm, Fridays from 10:00am-2:00pm, and Saturdays from Noon-4:00pm. PCC is closed Sunday-Tuesday. Click “Learn More” below for more information on the studio, upcoming classes, event bookings, and more.
Creative Arts Workshops
The City of North Charleston’s Cultural Arts Department invites adults to participate in Creative Arts Workshops held on the fourth Saturday of each month from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Art Studio at the Park Circle Community Building, located at 4800 Park Circle. Each interactive workshop is led by a different local artist and provides participants with a unique opportunity to learn new techniques in a relaxed atmosphere. Workshops range from basics of watercolor painting, to sweetgrass basket weaving, to polymer clay jewelry. Varying skill levels are welcome and the workshop fee includes materials. Click “Learn More” below for schedule, workshop descriptions, registration dates, and more.
Upcoming Workshops & Camps
The Cultural Arts Department hosts workshops, classes, and camps in a wide variety of art disciplines on a regular basis. Registration is managed through Eventbrite. A minimum number of participants must be met in order for these programs to take place.
JULY
Half-Day Camp – Broadway Bound with Angie Baker of ABC Dance
This introduction to musical theatre is open to children aged 5-10. Students will practice singing, dancing, and acting with songs and scripts from actual Broadway Shows! Dance clothing is optional. Students should wear clothing that allows for full range of movement. Campers should bring a water bottle and snack for mid-camp break.
Fee: $175. Registration closes at 5;00pm on May 31. Visit https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/ to register online.
Rehearsal Studio at Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle
July 8-12, 2024, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Art Workshop – Collaborating with AI 101 with Steph FRX
Teens and adults are invited to participate in this relaxed and engaging workshop to explore the creative possibilities of today’s AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.). Led by local artist Steph Frx, this session is perfect for anyone curious about AI or those who have dabbled with basic AI tools and want to integrate them more seamlessly into their creative process. Discover new ways to enhance your daily creative routine and unlock exciting possibilities for your projects. Come see how AI can help your creativity flow! Participants are welcome to bring a laptop, tablet, or other smart device.
Fee: $33. Registration closes July 5. Visit https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/ to register. Open to teens and adults.
Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle
July 8, 2024, 6:30pm-7:45pm
Workshop – Paint Just Like Bob Ross in One Day with Barbie Sawyer
Learn to paint a complete 16×20 oil painting with step-by-step guidance from Certified Ross Instructor®, Barbie Sawyer. Adult participants will learn the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Technique® as seen on more than 300 PBS stations throughout the US. All materials provided no experience necessary.
Fee: $75. Registration closes at 5:00pm on July 11. Call 843-740-5854 or visit https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/ to register online.
Art Studio at Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle, North Charleston
Saturday, July 13, 2024, 10am-2:00pm
Art Workshop – The Art of Pressed Flowers with Pam Hricik
Participants age 12+ are invite to join pressed flower artist Pam Hricik from Always Abloom Pressed Flower Art for a wonderful flower workshop experience! Learn how Pam presses flowers using a traditional wood press, which flowers are best for pressing, and some tricks to keep the flowers from turning brown during the process. Then, dive into Pam’s personal collection of beautiful, pressed flowers to design and create your own 5×7 card, bookmark, and flower journal to take home. The class includes all materials including pressed flowers, brushes and glue, blank cards, bookmarks, and journals. Light refreshments also included. This is a perfect evening activity for friends, neighbors, family members, or a nice way to treat yourself. All you need to bring is your love of flowers and creative spirit!
Fee: $75. Registration closes at 5:00pm on July 12. Visit https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/ to register.
Tuesday, July 16, 2024, 7:00-:00 pm
Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle
Dance Class – K-Pop MV Dance Class with Stacey Styce
Learn the latest K-Pop dances with Charleston-based choreographer and hip hip/K-Pop dancer Stacey Styce. With her 8 years of dance experience, Stacey is thrilled to introduce more K-Pop and Korean culture to the Charleston community. Open level and intermediate/advanced classes offered.
Fee: $10 drop-in or pre-register at https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/
Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle
Saturday, July 20, 2024, 3:30-5:00 pm – open level
Saturday, July 27, 2024, 3:30-5:00 pm – intermediate/advanced
Teen Yoga with CaSondra LeBlanc of CRL Wellness
Teens (ages 10-15) will learn to relax, recharge and learn to reorder their energy levels with movement and breath. The class meets from 4:30-5:00pm every Thursday for 4 weeks. Each class we will explore a few yoga moves, breath work, and teen stress reduction techniques. Students should bring a water bottle and a yoga mat or towel.
Fee: $25 (4-week session). Registration closes July 19. Visit https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/ to register.
Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle
July 25, August 1, 28, & 15, 2024, 4:30-5:00pm
West African (Nubian) Drum Class with Rajeeyah B. Mujahid School of the Arts
Participants in this monthly class will learn African drum techniques and rhythms from veteran instructor and performer Rajeeyah B. Mujahid. Students will be introduced to a variety of African instruments including the djembe, dunun, sticks, shaker, and cowbell. This class is open to all ages, children age four and older through adults. Families are encouraged to sign up together. Students are invited to bring their own djembe drum, or plan to use the drums provided. No drum experience necessary.
Fee: $25 for individuals, Families with two or more students: $20 per registered family member.
Registration at 5:00pm on July 25. Visit https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/ to register.
Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle
Saturday, July 27, 2024, 11:00am-12:00pm
AUGUST
Workshop – Paint Just Like Bob Ross in One Day with Barbie Sawyer
Learn to paint a complete 16×20 oil painting with step-by-step guidance from Certified Ross Instructor®, Barbie Sawyer. Adult participants will learn the Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Technique® as seen on more than 300 PBS stations throughout the US. All materials provided no experience necessary.
Fee: $75. Registration closes at 5:00pm on August 1. Call 843-740-5854 or visit https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/ to register online.
Art Studio at Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle, North Charleston
Saturday, August 3, 2024, 10am-2:00pm
Dance Class – K-Pop MV Dance Class with Stacey Styce
Learn the latest K-Pop dances with Charleston-based choreographer and hip hip/K-Pop dancer Stacey Styce. With her 8 years of dance experience, Stacey is thrilled to introduce more K-Pop and Korean culture to the Charleston community. Open level and intermediate/advanced classes offered.
Fee: $10 drop-in or pre-register at https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/
Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle
Saturday, August 3, 2024, 3:30-5:00 pm – open level
Saturday, August 17, 2024, 3:30-5:00 pm – advanced
Saturday, August 24, 2024, 3:30-5:00 pm – open level
Half-Day Summer Camp – Dance Explorers with Angie Baker of ABC Dance
Children aged 5 to 10 years old will be introduced to basic ballet and jazz technique using creative movement exercises, games, and an arts and crafts activity. Campers should bring their own snack.
Fee: $175. Registration closes at 5:00pm on July 15. Visit https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/ to register online.
Rehearsal Studio at Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle
August 5-9, 2024, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Dance Class – Intro to Hawaiian Hula with Fine Rosen
Learn the basics of Hawaiian Hula dance with Fine Rosen of the Charleston Pasifiki Dancers. Open to all levels of dancers age 8+.
Fee: $10. Registration closes 2 days before each class.
Visit https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/ to register.
Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle
Saturdays, August 10, 2024, 2:00-3:30pm
Saturdays, August 17, 2024, 2:00-3:30pm
West African (Nubian) Drum Class with Rajeeyah B. Mujahid School of the Arts
Participants in this monthly class will learn African drum techniques and rhythms from veteran instructor and performer Rajeeyah B. Mujahid. Students will be introduced to a variety of African instruments including the djembe, dunun, sticks, shaker, and cowbell. This class is open to all ages, children age four and older through adults. Families are encouraged to sign up together. Students are invited to bring their own djembe drum, or plan to use the drums provided. No drum experience necessary.
Fee: $25 for individuals, Families with two or more students: $20 per registered family member.
Registration at 5:00pm on August 22. Visit https://nchasculturalarts.eventbrite.com/ to register.
Park Circle Community Building, 4800 Park Circle
Saturday, August 24, 2024, 11:00am-12:00pm
Teaching Opportunities
Teaching artists or arts agencies may submit proposals to present classes and workshops in all arts disciplines. Proposal forms are available for download from the Applications & Registration Forms page.
Submit proposal by May 10 for Jul/Aug/Sept Class
Submit proposal by Aug 10 for Oct/Nov/Dec Class
Submit proposal by Nov 10 for Jan/Feb/Mar Class
Submit proposal by Feb 10 for Apr/May/Jun Class