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 addlayers to existing pages, or fill empty ones! Let’s try new […]
Will you be my Valentine? Learn how to layer and overlap elements, establish a strong focal point, and incorporate collage materials—papers, tissue, maps, and more—while creating artwork inspired by vintage Valentine’s Day cards. Rummage through our collage stash to build your masterpiece! You’ll have access to a variety of media, including watercolor, stamping, printing, stickers, […]
Explore encaustic painting in this beginner-friendly class! You'll work with melted beeswax medium and colorful pigments to learn essential techniques like layering, fusing, tinting, and embedding. Whether you're drawn to texture, translucence, or playful experimentation, this hands-on session will guide you in creating your own richly dimensional, one-of-a-kind artwork. Each student will work on a […]
Focus and Feel: We will add layers and dimensions with collage materials, and learn a few drawing techniques to bring forward focal images on the page. Text and Storytelling-The Magic of Words: Experimenting with handwriting and font, we will use writing prompts to add narrative to our pages. There will be several techniques to try […]
In this class, we will create a sewn paper pocketed book to hold all your mementos and talismans. Using aromatherapy, light yoga and visualization as part of our creative process, we will create an intentional theme. The cover can have paint, collage and drawing elements. Bring any personal items and charms to add to the […]
Is there an issue that keeps popping up and draining your joy? Do you have a curiosity to take a peek at it? This class is all about gaining clarity. You will find the next right action for you, designed by you. Using light yoga, visualization, and aromatherapy we will set the stage for clearing […]
Explore encaustic painting in this beginner-friendly class! You'll work with melted beeswax medium and colorful pigments to learn essential techniques like layering, fusing, tinting, and embedding. Whether you're drawn to texture, translucence, or playful experimentation, this hands-on session will guide you in creating your own richly dimensional, one-of-a-kind artwork. Each student will work on a […]
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