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Tuesday, September 6, 2022

CAM Volunteer Spotlight:

60 Years

Gala Committee Chairs

Nina Murray (left) and Carol Miller (right) photographed in State of the Art

CAM relies on the support from our community of volunteers to help with every day needs as well as organizing big events like our 60 Years Gala. Today in our Volunteer Spotlight we introduce you to the Gala Committee Chairs Nina Murray and Carol Miller.

In addition to serving on the Gala committee, Nina also serves on CAM's Board of Trustees.

Why do you choose to volunteer with CAM?

I volunteer at the CAM because I find it incredibly meaningful to see the work that goes into the different exhibitions that are brought in to be displayed. The dedication and love for all those who step foot in the museum makes an impact in the community and I feel called to give back to something that does so much for those in the area. For me, I enjoy being able to continuously learn something new about the different types of art and have discovered new insights about the artist behind the art.

Why should people purchase a Gala Ticket?

I strongly feel that people should purchase a gala ticket to this year's event to celebrate and support the work that the CAM has offered to the community for the past 60 years. For example, the cost of one Gala ticket can give a scholarship to 2 underserved young people to attend summer camp or it can cover the cost of supplies for one youth class.

It's time to celebrate and enjoy an unforgettable night while reminiscing on history and artist that make this place so special. If you've never been to the CAM that is ok. This is your chance to come and experience the entire museum for an evening that you'll never forget.

Carol led the USCT fundraising team that was instrumental in raising funds for Boundless now permanently installed on CAM's grounds

Why do you choose to volunteer with CAM?

I first became aware of the Cameron Art Museum through their Jazz @ the CAM series in 2016. Being new to the area I realized the CAM was more than an Art Museum. It was equally amazing to see the diverse artistic genres being offered in the exhibits as well as the adult classes, lectures and family programs being offered. Another reason I chose to volunteer is because of my husband's role as Chair of the Board of Trustees. I have always been active in the communities we've lived in, and the CAM is a way to stay engaged and assure others are aware of what the CAM has to offer. The gratitude of the CAM staff has made me feel like a valuable member of the team.

Why should people purchase a Gala Ticket?

The CAM Gala is the major fund raiser for 2022. By purchasing a ticket, the proceeds will allow CAM to continue the work of the institution. Over 60,000 people (of which 8,000 were children)visited the CAM during 2022. It's important to realize that children from birth to age 17 are admitted to the museum at no charge. Gala tickets help to cover operational challenges. Local university and community college students as well as families with EBT cards also can enjoy the museum free of charge. There is a tax-deductible component of $125 for each ticket purchase.

Purchase a Gala Ticket Today!

Get Gala Ready!

Elegant accessories for the Gala can be found at the Museum Shop. Handmade glass beads by local artist Julia Jensen ($150) and silk chrysanthemum scarf ($30) dress up your look – day or night.

Jazz at CAM

Al Strong Quintet featuring Benny Hill

Thursday, October 6

7 PM

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Featured Programs

Mary's Art Explorers

Sonia Delaunay:

A Life of Color

Thursday, September 8

10-11 AM

CAM Members: $3 per child/adult

Not-Yet-Members: $6 per child/adult

Children 2 and under: free

Learn all about artist Sonia Delaunay and her love of art and color! We will read Sonia Delaunay: A Life of Color, then be inspired by all of the colorful works of art we find on display in the galleries. We will create our own works of art using bold shapes and colors in creative ways.

Art Explorers is geared towards infants, toddler and preschoolers, but big brothers and sisters are welcome to join and create art with us. Space is limited so preregister to guarantee your spot!

Upcoming Programs

New Member Coffee

Wednesday, September 14

10:00AM-11:00AM

New CAM Members are invited to a Member Coffee to meet Executive Director Anne Brennan or Deputy Director Heather Wilson and learn a little about CAM’s history. It’s an introduction to CAM’s exhibitions, programs, classes and volunteer opportunities.

Free; registration required.

Tour of the galleries following the coffee is optional.

Attention Compass Members!

An Evening with Alejo Benedetti

Wednesday, Sept 14, 6-8 PM

Wine & Refreshments

All current Compass members are invited to bring a friend to this event to learn more about Compass and join.

Alejo Benedetti is Associate Curator, Contemporary Art at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. In his role at the museum, he focuses on art since 1960 and oversees the Contemporary Art Galleries and the outdoor sculpture program. He was the venue curator for The Dirty South: Contemporary Art, Material Culture, and the Sonic Impulse, originally organized by the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

RSVP by tomorrow, September 7.

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Educator Resources

Educators Night

Thursday, September 15

4-7 PM

Free for educators & administrators Pre-K to College; Pre-registration required

Spend a fun and relaxing evening at CAM with free admission during an exclusive event for educators and view our new exhibitions. Our Educators Night will provide information and materials about tours, workshops, and other free resources for area educators. All educators and administrators - from Pre-K to College - welcome and encouraged to attend and explore fun ways to bring art into your classroom and spark creativity in your students.

Coffee with the Shop Artists

Thursday, September 22

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Free

Meet several Museum Shop Artists and learn more about them and their work. Who’s coming? Meet Denise Smith, Julia Jensen, Ann Howard, Jim Downey, Becky Bucci, Donna Moore and more! Join us for coffee, nibbles and riveting conversation.

The odds are in your favor. Only 150 raffle tickets available!

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Winner's Choice Raffle ticket today!

One lucky winner receives tickets to an incredible destination of their choice!

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Gala Sponsorship opportunities

are also available. Please contact CAM Director of Development

Elizabeth Overton for more information at (910) 726-9498 or via email at eoverton@cameronartmuseum.org

CAM Café closed

Thursday September 8

for a private event

CAM Café

Hours

Lunch: Tues-Fri 11 AM-2 PM

Dinner: Thurs 5-8 PM

Brunch: Sat & Sun 10 AM-2 PM

Call (910) 777-2363 for reservations

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Live Music

at CAM Café

Thursdays 6-8 PM

& Saturdays 11:30 AM-1:30 PM

Raphael Namé

Sat, September 3, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM

Gentle Yoga

with Steve Unger

Tuesdays from 9-10 AM

Donation: $10

Boundless Public Tours

with Daniel Jones, CAM Cultural Curator

Fridays at 1 PM

Free with museum admission

Photo Courtesy of Jeff Janowski/UNCW

Visiting Artist:

Stephen Hayes

Sculpture: Creating with Found Materials

Join Boundless creator and Duke professor Stephen Hayes for this rare opportunity to explore the creative process of sculpture using found materials.

In addition to Boundless, Hayes' recent CAM solo show Voices of Future’s Past was both a critical and popular success that examined social and economic themes impacting the African American experience expressed through sculpture, assemblage and textile work. Hayes was also recently accepted into Kehinde Wiley’s prestigious Black Rock artist in residency program in Senegal.

This Master Class is truly a once in a lifetime chance to gain insight and inspiration from an amazing artist in an intimate setting.

Adult: All Levels -

Saturday, September 17,

10am -4pm

CAM member: $144;

Not-yet-a-member: $180

Back to School at CAM's Museum School

A History of Wilmington and Lower Cape Fear

Instructor: Dr. Chris Fonvielle

Join Dr. Chris E. Fonvielle Jr., Professor Emeritus in the Dept. of History, UNC Wilmington and author, for a four-part conversation on the history of Wilmington and the Lower Cape Fear. Dr. Fonvielle will lead discussions on the region's lay of the land, its earliest inhabitants, the arrival of Europeans and Africans, settlement, development, growth, wars, epidemics, riots, rebirth, renewal, and much more.

Thursdays,

September 8-29, 6:30-8pm

CAM member: $72;

Not-yet-member: $90

Social Pottery

Instructor: Renato Abbate

Come and enjoy and experiment with pottery at our studio with Renato. We will cover hand building, throwing, extruding, decals, and glazing. Get into the studio and have fun with other people that love art.

Thursdays,

Sept 8-Oct 13, 6pm-9pm

CAM member: $228;

Not-yet-member: $285

Four Creative Collage Projects

Instructor: Lois DeWitt

In this class you can collage into your old paintings and drawings, use typography and text for pattern and design, or work with multiple papers for pattern and texture. Tackle a different technique and material each week. Gather your materials and let's go!

Fridays, Sept 16 - Oct 7

2pm-4pm

CAM member: $116;

No-Yet-member: $145

Landscape Photography

Instructor: Alan Cradick

In this six-day session, we will explore the Ft. Fisher Hermit Boardwalk, the riverscape of Carolina Beach State Park and much more. We will explore the use of wide and telephoto lenses as well as using our nifty fifty to create the perfect panoramic. This session is open to all skill levels and any digital device, so grab your DSLR, smart phone or tablet & sign up.

Wednesdays, September 21-October 26, 9-11am

CAM member: $144;

Not-yet-member: $180

Natural Way To Draw - Intro Workshop

Instructor: Donna Moore

Through gesture and observation of live models, practice capturing form and character of a subject by activating your personal visual sense. Encourages quick, expressive renderings.

Saturday, September 10,

10am-4pm

CAM member: $100;

Not-Yet-member: $125

$20 model fee paid to instructor

The Art of Pressed Botanicals

Instructor:

Catherine CrossTsintzos

Learn a range of insider tips for a plethora of techniques for pressing flowers and other botanicals successfully.

Enjoy a history of floral preservation and presentations, supply orientation, build your own 12" X 12" flower press, learn to create a variety of compositions, ways to use pressed botanical arrangements, storage tips, incorporating other mediums all while learning some botanical names and history of some of our native North Carolina plants along with an array of blooms and greenery.

Thursday, Sept 22, 10am-4pm

CAM member: $100;

Not-Yet-member: $125

View All Fall Classes and Workshops

On View

State of the Art Extended Through October 9 - Surcharge Waived

CameronArtMuseum.org

Cameron Art Museum (CAM) provides a cultural gathering place that enriches the lives of museum visitors and the community through high-quality exhibitions, lifelong learning in the arts, dynamic public programs, and stewardship and interpretation of the collection.

This project was supported by the NC Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources