Working in Series: Figure, Theme, and Variation with Laura Shabott
Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15, 10:00 - 3:00 pm. Explore how a single theme can generate a dynamic series of artworks. Inspired by CCMoA’s Variations exhibition, participants will develop multiple related works through guided looking, studio exploration, and supportive critique.
Mar 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Cape Cod Museum of Art, 60 Hope Ln, Dennis, MA 02638, USA
About
Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15, 2026, 10:00 - 3:00 pm. Includes museum admission.
Shabott’s recent CCMoA solo exhibition, You Only Get One Body, demonstrated how a single theme—here, the human figure—can be explored through variation in scale, material, and approach. Building on this idea, this two-day workshop invites artists to develop a cohesive series of work based on a chosen theme or subject that relates to the model. Click to see the full show online.
Inspired by the Docent-Curated CCMoA Permanent Collection exhibition Variations (on view through April 5, 2026), the workshop will begin with a guided tour of the exhibition led by Shabott and a CCMoA docent, encouraging close looking and thoughtful discussion.
In the studio, participants will initiate multiple works on paper, canvas, or board. Each piece will be connected by a shared motif while allowing for experimentation in shape, color, form, and approach. Instruction will include structured prompts, supportive critique, and the creative exchange that comes from working alongside fellow artists.
To help participants prepare for the weekend workshop, Shabott will host a one-hour Zoom orientation on Thursday, March 12, at 6:00 pm.
Supply List Please email Laura Shabott with any questions, limited supplies available in the education center
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One 18 x 24” sized white acid-free drawing pad with at least 25 sheets. Strathmore Windpower, XL Sketch are two of many options.
One package Vine Charcoal: Grumbacher Soft 3-Sticks or Nitram Soft Fine Art Charcoal
One Artist Chamois (or chamois from an auto supply or hardware store)
Two Faber-Castell Kneadable Art Erasers
One Acid-Free Glue Stick: Avery, Blick, and 3M are good.
Scotch Tape (temporary, so any kind will do)
Scissors, Exacto knife, or box cutter for collage.
Glue: Elmer's or PVA glue
Gloves (like for food prep)
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Paint of your choosing: oil, acrylic, or watercolor in tube, jar or stick/pen form
Brushes: a variety with a least one brush 2-3 inches wide
Foam brushes or hardware store brushes
At least four stretched canvases or canvas pad or oil paper or watercolor paper or a variety of all materials You can also gesso cardboard or heavier (140 pound) paper
Sizes: 8 x 10 inches to 30 x 30 inches (if you want to go larger or work on the floor, email laura@laurashabott.com)
Gamsol, rags and jar(s) for oil paint
Acrylic Mediums, water mister for acrylic
Masking tape for edges and hard edged painting
Color Wheel
For paint, brush, and canvas/canvas pad recommendations www.shabottbarrett.com/materials
Water, snacks, and lunch
Paper towels, rag
Laura Shabott is a graduate of School of Museum of Fine Arts at TUFTS, Boston, with multiple self-directed Returning Residencies at the Fine Arts Work Center (FAWC), Provincetown. She is known for working directly from life using sweeping gestural forms, vibrant color and bold brushwork. Shabott’s post-college training at FAWC and the Provincetown Art Association and Museum is evident in her process-based approach. A studio artist, she is a gallerist, teacher and lecturer on the history of Provincetown art. From October 9, 2025, to January 25, 2026, Shabott will present her first solo show YOU ONLY GET ONE BODY: Art by Laura Shabott at the Cape Cod Museum of Art.
presented in conjunction with
VARIATIONS
A Docent Curated Exhibition from the CCMoA Permanent Collection
December 18, 2025 - April 5, 2026
[image credit: "Woman Reading", n.d., Betty Lane, Etching on paper, 18.5" x 17" x 0.5" framed]
Cancellation policy: CCMoA must be notified 1 week prior for refund.
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