Programs
Silk Painting 101
Monday, May 5, 2025
1-2:30pm
PHOTO EXAMPLE
MAX: 10 people
Experience the magic of silk painting, where vibrant colors flow and blend on delicate fabric, creating stunning, one-of-a-kind designs. In this class, you'll learn how to apply dyes to silk, experiment with color mixing, resist techniques, and free-flowing patterns, and watch as your artwork comes to life with movement and depth. Whether you're inspired by nature, abstract designs, or bold patterns, this process is both relaxing and playful—perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. Walk away with a beautifully hand-painted silk piece that’s as unique as you are!
Supplies: All supplies are included.
This class is part of The Chattery’s Arts for Older Adults program and is open only to adults aged 60 or older through funding from Arts Build, Tennessee Arts Commission and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in partnership with the City of Red Bank.
About the instructor:
Cat Thomas, MAT is an Artist & Expressive Arts Facilitator based out of Chattanooga, TN. 15 years ago, Cat intuitively began using art and writing as a therapeutic tool in her personal life. Once she experienced the true potential art has to heal the mind, body & spirit, Cat enrolled in the Expressive Arts Florida Institute in Sarasota, FL. After taking a weekend long intensive there, she knew her purpose was not only to create her own art, but to increase individual and community health & wellness by using the arts as a tool for healing, personal growth & self-discovery.
Since finishing her training in 2015, Cat has worked with 1000’s of people helping them connect with their creative selves so they may gain the therapeutic benefits of doing something creative. From working as an Artist in Residence at cancer center for close to 10 years to partnering with a local community to create a collaborative neighborhood street mural, Cat enjoys working with a variety of populations, and truly believes that when given the opportunity to create in a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental space people can transform their lives from the inside out.
Monday, May 5, 2025
1-2:30pm
PHOTO EXAMPLE
MAX: 10 people
Experience the magic of silk painting, where vibrant colors flow and blend on delicate fabric, creating stunning, one-of-a-kind designs. In this class, you'll learn how to apply dyes to silk, experiment with color mixing, resist techniques, and free-flowing patterns, and watch as your artwork comes to life with movement and depth. Whether you're inspired by nature, abstract designs, or bold patterns, this process is both relaxing and playful—perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. Walk away with a beautifully hand-painted silk piece that’s as unique as you are!
Supplies: All supplies are included.
This class is part of The Chattery’s Arts for Older Adults program and is open only to adults aged 60 or older through funding from Arts Build, Tennessee Arts Commission and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in partnership with the City of Red Bank.
About the instructor:
Cat Thomas, MAT is an Artist & Expressive Arts Facilitator based out of Chattanooga, TN. 15 years ago, Cat intuitively began using art and writing as a therapeutic tool in her personal life. Once she experienced the true potential art has to heal the mind, body & spirit, Cat enrolled in the Expressive Arts Florida Institute in Sarasota, FL. After taking a weekend long intensive there, she knew her purpose was not only to create her own art, but to increase individual and community health & wellness by using the arts as a tool for healing, personal growth & self-discovery.
Since finishing her training in 2015, Cat has worked with 1000’s of people helping them connect with their creative selves so they may gain the therapeutic benefits of doing something creative. From working as an Artist in Residence at cancer center for close to 10 years to partnering with a local community to create a collaborative neighborhood street mural, Cat enjoys working with a variety of populations, and truly believes that when given the opportunity to create in a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental space people can transform their lives from the inside out.
| Program Type | Active Older Adults |
| Program Subcategory | - |
| Program Code | - |
| Online Registration | Yes |
| Enrollment Begin Date | 4/21/2025 |
| Enrollment End Date | 5/4/2025 |
| Instructor(s) |
Jennifer Holder
Cat Thomas
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| Gender | Any Gender |
| Enrollment Minimum | - |
| Maximum | 10 |
| Grade Minimum | |
| Maximum | |
| Age Minimum | 55 years |
| Maximum | - |
| Standard Fee | Residency Restriction |
Membership Restrictions |
Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| No Fee | -None- | $0.00 | |
| No Fee | |||
| Residency Restriction | -None- | ||
| Membership Restrictions | - | ||
| Amount | $0.00 | ||
| Date | Day | Start Time | End Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/05/2025 | Monday | 1:00 PM | 2:30 PM | Joseph Glasscock Community Center |
| Monday - 05/05/2025 | ||||
| Start Time | 1:00 PM | |||
| End Time | 2:30 PM | |||
| Location | Joseph Glasscock Community Center | |||
