International Center for Artistic Development

Learn more about ICAD's Mission Statement and History.



ICAD's 25th Anniversary Historical Video Documentary

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Camp Camellia Slideshow

ICAD's Camp Camellia: Tree Farm, Art, Nature, and Wildlife Center - Goldvein, Virginia

Learn more about Camp Camellia, or see more of Camp Camellia in these photos and videos (Forest Tour Part 1, 2, 3, 4) by Denee Barr!



GRAPHIC ART SERVICES

MBE Certification Baltimore City
Camellia A. Blackwell, PhD

Professional consultant and designer of publications such as brochures, posters, flyers, business cards, letterhead and branding logos, utilizing drawing and design techniques, computer graphics and desktop publishing programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Correl Draw, N-Design, Quark Express, Microsoft Office, and Dreamweaver.

Servicing government agencies, public companies and individuals with award winning designs and publications.


Our locations are:


6001 Jamina Downs
Columbia, MD 21045
Phone: 410-730-6008

13766 Sillamon Road
Goldvein, VA 22720
Phone: 410-302-5926


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, 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; Sherman D. Taffel, Financial Advisor

Internship Program: Web Site Design, Arts and Crafts, Administrative Assistants, and Artists Assistants.

International Center for Artistic Development, Inc.
Executive Director - Camellia A. Blackwell, Ph.D.
ICAD
6001 Jamina Downs
Columbia, MD 21045
Telephone: 410-730-6008

Map & Directions

Hours of Operation:
Wednesday - Sunday by appointment only.
Call 410-730-6008.


Past Events

30 Years of Art
1979 – 2009


CURRENT EVENTS

911 Commemoration Invitational Exhibition

Columbia Art Center
September 8 - October 2, 2011

For more information, visit www.ColumbiaArtCenter.org.


Brentwood Arts Exchange, Gateway Arts Center, "The Sky's The Limit"
Prince George's Juried Art Exhibition

September 5 - October 31, 2011
Reception: September 10, 5 - 8PM

For more information, visit arts.pgparks.com


Howard County Arts Council and ICAD present:
Road to the Arts Exhibition - Fall Inspirations

French County Scene - oil on canvas by Jane Stoessel

September 17- October 30, 2011

Featuring Artists:
Camellia A. Blackwell
Jane Stoeesel
Erkin Merganov

Gallery hours: Saturday-Sunday, 12-4pm by appointment

 

To arrange a visit, please call 410-730-6008 or send an email.

For more information about Road to the Arts or Howard County Arts Council, visit www.hocoarts.org.

 

Oakland Mills Village Center Art Show: "Art In The Mills"

Art Show September 16 - 25
Reception Sunday, September 25, 3-8pm

Featuring artists: Camellia A. Blackwell, Eljay McBride, Tommy Roberts, Van Mai, Timothy Handy, and Luis Peralta

Oakland Mills Community Association
The Other Barn
5851 Robert Oliver Place
Columbia, MD 21045


UPCOMING EVENTS

Private Art Classes & Workshops

For Children and Adults
Tuesdays and Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:30 PM

Cost: $25.00 per 1 hour class
Materials are included in the price

Improve your drawing and painting skills using dry and wet media: graphite, charcoal, pastels, water color and gouache. Develop left brain/right brain cognitive skills while creating a work of art and exploring new techniques in creativity.

Registration is required 24 hours prior to class. Payments can be made by cash, check or credit card. Register by phone 410-730-6008 or email: cab@icadev.org.


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 craft items as fundraisers.

To register or for additional information, contact
Dr. Blackwell at 410-730-6008 or cab@icadev.org.



RECENT EVENTS

Blossoms For Claudia
Original Art By Columbia Artists

Reception/Awards Ceremony
Friday, April 15, 2011, 6-8pm

Exhibition may be viewed April 14 - May 1, 2011

More information


Tree Farm Events at Camp Camellia


Learn how to identify various trees, wildflowers, birds, berries and more. Tour lead by Virginia State Forester Joe Rossetti.

Learn more about Camp Camellia, or see more live footage of the Forest Tour in these photos and videos (Forest Tour Part 1, 2, 3, 4) by Denee Barr!


Restoring Family Heirlooms


Learn how to protect, conserve, and determine when professional assistance is appropriate for archival restorations of family keepsakes. Archival restoration examples will be shown.