International Center for Artistic Development
Camellia A. Blackwell, M.F.A, M.Ed., Ph.D. - Executive Director
International Center for Artistic Development
The International Center for Artistic Development, Inc., is a nonprofit, educational and cultural organization created for the purpose of promoting the understanding and appreciation of the arts through public programs for the diverse peoples and cultures of the world.
Located in historic Savage Mill in Savage, Maryland, ICAD offers a wide variety of educational and cultural events intended to encourage the personal and professional growth of artists and art enthusiasts.
Camp Camellia Slideshow
ICAD's Camp Camellia: Tree Farm, Art, Nature, and Wildlife Center -
Goldvein, Virginia
ICAD's 25th Anniversary Historical Video Documentary
(Click the image above to view.)
ICAD Business Partnerships and Links: Smithsonian Institution, Laurel Historical Society, National Museum For Women in The Arts, The Volunteer Center Serving Howard County, Maryland State Arts Council, Howard County Arts Council, Maryland Institute College of Art, University of Maryland, Bowie State University, Ellipse Art Center, Sister Cities International Programs, International Executive Service Corps, Triumph Register of America, Triumphs Around the Chesapeake, Nations Capitol Jaguar Owners Club, Center For Educational and Environmental Development, Jensen Auto Club USA, and Taffel Engineering.
ICAD Board of Directors: Sherman D. Taffel, President; Dr. Sonia Fierro Luperini, Cultural Affairs; Sylvia Diehl, Marketing Consultant; Anthony Cancro, Community Outreach; Bernetta T. Richardson, Financial Advisor
Internship Program: Web Site Design, Arts and Crafts, Administrative Assistants, and Artists Assistants.
ICAD International Center for Artistic Development, Inc.
Executive Director - Camellia A. Blackwell, Ph.D.
Box 2049
8600 Foundry Avenue
Savage , MD 20763
Telephone: 301 604-4484
Hours of Operation:
Wednesday through Sunday, 12pm to 6pm, or by appointment.
Events:
For ages 6 - Adult
Drawing and painting: August 3 - 7, 8:30am-12noon
Drawing and printmaking: August 10 - 14, 8:30am-12noon
Only 10 spaces available!
Learn more and sign up NOW!
Drawing and painting: Students will learn to draw and paint by developing hand and eye coordination through the use of left brain/right brain lessons. Draw and paint with various kinds of dry and wet materials such as graphite pencils, colored pencils, charcoal, pastels, markers, and watercolor.
Drawing and printmaking: Students will explore the art process of making one of a kind hand pulled prints on archival printing papers from plexi-glass plates by inking, and wiping the plates with various colored printing inks.
July Art Classes
Saturday
Drawing and Painting
Saturday, July 4, 11, 18; 2PM to 3PM
Learn to draw and paint by developing hand and eye coordination through the use of left brain/right brain exercises. Students will draw and paint with various kinds of art materials such as graphite pencils, charcoal, pastels, markers, and water color. More Info
Sunday
Jewelry Making With Exotic Beads
Sunday, July 12; 2PM to 4PM
Students will design and create handcrafted jewelry with hand blown glass beads, hand etched glass beads, silver findings, and seashells. Give your newly custom designed and handcrafted jewelry to someone special including yourself. More Info
Monotype Printmaking
Sunday, July 5, 19, 2009, 2PM to 4PM
Students will explore the art process of making one of a kind hand pulled prints on archival printing papers from plexi-glass plates by inking, and wiping the plates with various colored printing inks. More Info
Student Internship Program
High school and university students learn valuable skills as gallery assistants. Students may assist with art exhibitions, publications, the mailing list, fundraising, or making sales craft items.
To register or for additional information, contact
Dr. Blackwell at 301-604-4484 or cab@icadev.org.