Learn to draw on location with pen, water brush & watercolor pencils. No skill required, we cherish all individual styles - children and adults! Storytelling of our surroundings, the drawings are a record of time & place. Urban Sketching is a fun and social way to connect with other sketchers of all ages and abilities; no wonder it […]
Create a collage on a tiny scale! Using a 4x4” sized tiny canvas, you will be able to design your composition and use acrylic paint, collage papers and accoutrements to complete your miniature masterpiece. Monday, June 9th 3PM- 6PM Level: Beginner Ages: Adult Location: Studio #202 (Second Floor) Instructor: Nicole Ousley Dittus Cost: $60 *Pre-Registration […]
Come learn techniques of overlapping, main subject/focal point, and add collage papers, tissue, maps, etc to your artwork. Have a main subject in mind and rummage through my box of collage items to create your masterpiece! Types of media available for you to play with during the workshop; watercolor, stamping, printing, stickers, paper adhesion, and […]
Decorate a shadow box! Paint, decoupage, add miniature items, etc as you create a themed shadow box that more items can be added to over time. Bring items you might want to incorporate; small photos, mementos, small figurines, stickers etc. Supplies will be provided for use during the workshop. Saturday, June 14th 11am - 2pm […]
Using an accordion style book as the base for the journal, you’ll then have access to and use junk mail, recycled papers, tea/coffee stained modern papers, ephemera, painted, collected papers and envelopes to create a journal to use for writing, drawing, or as a memory book, etc. Bring mementos of your own to use (think […]
Week 1: Play and Fun with Foundation Pages: Four techniques will be explored to add color fields to empty pages quickly! We will use acrylic paints with other materials and explore your gravitation to color. Painting without paint: Three additional techniques with mixed media materials will add layers to existing pages, or fill empty ones! […]
In this class, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind medallion using a vintage watch part tin, then transform it into a unique necklace by combining both antique and modern treasures. Students will learn how to design small compositions, work with UV resin, and practice essential jewelry-making techniques such as using jump rings and creating wrapped loops. Each […]
Give new life to a vintage domino by upcycling it with collage, stitching, and charming button embellishments. Yes—you’ll be stitching through the domino itself to create a truly one-of-a-kind pendant that reflects your personal style. Each piece will be a playful mix of texture, color, and creativity! All supplies are included. Students wanting to incorporate […]
Week 1: Play and Fun with Foundation Pages: Four techniques will be explored to add color fields to empty pages quickly! We will use acrylic paints with other materials and explore your gravitation to color. Painting without paint: Three additional techniques with mixed media materials will add layers to existing pages, or fill empty ones! […]
Check the details of each Gallery Exhibition listing for any opening/closing receptions or special event details.
The Nicholas Street Gallery rents for $600/month. The Hallway Gallery rents for $300/month.
The Event Space can be used for pop up shows. Contact the office for more details at info@hotshopsartcenter.org
