Workshops

Transform paper into blooming art! Welcome to a creative journey where paper comes to life in stunning floral designs. In this class we will explore mixed media techniques to craft unique, textured, and expressive paper flowers. This class is perfect for beginners. You'll discover exciting ways to layer, shape and color paper to create intricate blooms that capture nature's beauty. Come ready to bring paper blossoms to life!

Dive into the captivating world of mixed media art journaling in this hands-on, creativity-packed
class. You will experiment with acrylics, watercolors, inks, stencils, stamps and collage elements to
decorate a simple journal that you will make yourself. This class is perfect for beginners and
experienced artists alike, this class guides participants in designing a personalized art journal that blends techniques, textures, and materials. Participants wilt learn a simple book making technique and take home a journal to continue their creative journey. Come with an
open mind, ready to try new things. 

Discover the art of bookmaking in unique workshops, each focusing on a different book style. From traditional bindings, to creative and mixed media approaches, these workshops are designed to inspire and empower your creativity. This class is perfect for beginners. You'll leave with a beautifully crafted book and the skills to continue exploring this timeless art form. 

Monoprinting is a printmaking technique that yields a single, unique image with each print. It is known for its creative freedom and its ability to combine painting and drawing with printmaking.

In this fun and spontaneous class, we will learn to use the gel plate as our printmaking medium. Gel plate printing uses a flexible, transparent plate to create unique artwork. Gel printing is a versatile, easy to learn technique that can be used to create many different effects and is great for experimenting with colors and textures. We will also explore mark-making techniques, creating lines, patterns, and textures with simple tools.

 Each student will create 10 - 20 prints depending on the level of detail. A variety of paper types will be available. This class is perfect for beginners, but those with some background may learn a few tips as well. Come ready to explore and create!

Making your own book from start to finish is empowering. Using your hands to fold and sew something that is usually mass-produced is calming and therapeutic in the digital age. Crafting your own blank books allows for personalization and gives you a sense of connection to the finished product. In this playful and informative class, you will learn the "anatomy" of a book and how to use basic book binding tools. Leave class with five handmade books and the skills necessary to make similar books on your own, as well as a solid foundation to learn to make and bind other types of books. This course is perfect for the handmade book curious, as well as the mixed media artist looking for a fun, new project.

Unwind and explore your creativity in this engaging workshop focused on relaxation and mindfulness through mixed media art. Using a blend of collage, painting and other techniques, you'll learn to create expressive, layered pieces that encourage reflection and stress relief. Whether you are an experienced artist or a beginner, this class offers a supportive and calming space to connect with your inner creativity and find balance through art.