Guilford Art Center

New in The Shop!
These items are created by GAC instructors, exemplifying their contemporary approach to traditional craft techniques.

Marsha Trattner's hand forged pie pans are a gorgeous, classic shape and can be used for all sorts of cooking.

Robert Aiudi's hand woven rag rugs are a timeless design that looks both traditional and modern at the same time. He carries on the legacy of his grandfather, who was a cottage weaver from the province of Le Marche in northern Italy.

Availble for purchase at The Shop at GAC! Open 7 days a week Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm.

"Something's Missing" Gallery Exhibition now open at Guilford Art Center through Aug 30. Features work by GAC Resident Ceramic Artist Casey Potts and ceramic artists from GAC and Wet Clay Works in New Haven. Join us for welcoming reception Sunday, Aug 16, 2-4pm.
The gallery is open 7 days a week and is free. Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12-4pm.

We are excited to open the doors to a new gallery exhibition, Something's Missing, this Wednesday Aug 12. Features work of GAC Artist in Residence Casey Potts, GAC potters and New Haven's Wet Clay Works. It will be on view from Aug 12-30. Free opening reception on Sunday, Aug 16, 2-4pm. Gallery hours Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm.

Ready to forge your own pirate-worthy cutlass? 🏴‍☠️
This isn't a prop—it's the real thing.

In this intensive 5-day Pirate Cutlass Sword Workshop, you'll transform raw steel into a fully functional, handcrafted cutlass while learning professional blacksmithing techniques from instructor Mace Vitale.

🔥 Forge the blade
🔥 Shape and fit a steel guard
🔥 Craft a wood handle
🔥 Grind and heat-treat your finished sword

Whether you're a blacksmith looking to expand your skills or simply want an unforgettable hands-on experience, this workshop is one you won't want to miss.

📅 August 20–24 | 10 AM–5 PM
💰 Tuition: $875 | Members: $787.50
(Materials fee: $170)
Register at www.guilfordartcenter.org; go to the summer catalog and register online.

⏳ Space is limited, so register ASAP before the forge fills up!
Register today and leave with a sword you'll be proud to say you made yourself.
https://reg130.imperisoft.com/GuilfordArtCenter/ProgramDetail/313238373038/Registration.aspx

Thank you to everyone who came out to send off “Walking Each Other Home” today at Guilford Art Center!

It is always a treasure to meet our exhibiting artists - and even more to watch them connect with each other!!

GET A GRIP
Forging Tongs Workshop
August 15 - 16
10AM - 4PM

Forge your very own blacksmith's tongs, one of the most essential tools in the shop!

Built for handling hot steel, not hot dogs - but if you happen to break them out at your next BBQ, I guess we won't judge.

Register now at guilfordartcenter.org!

**do not use forge-seasoned tongs to flip your hotdogs please