Studio 127 – A Conservatory for Creativity

We are going to practice doing one line ink drawings using calligraphy pens.We are going to practice one line ink drawings, which look great over a painted background. This is a wonderful way to draw without worrying about the details. I'll have painted papers for you to draw on, or feel free to bring your […]

From the page to the canvas; this retreat will help you go BIG with your CreativityAre you ready to grow your creativity in a big way? If you enjoy art journaling and want to take it bigger, this is for you. We'll spend the weekend creating a canvas that explores the topic "My Creative Journey." […]

This is an Open House for Art Journaling - bring your journal and use the studio's of creative goodies!The Monthly Saturday Open Art Journaling happens one Saturday every month. If you have a journal you're working in, bring it with you...I also have starter kits and single art journals here if you want to pick […]

We meet, make as many 2.5x3.5 (the official size) Artist Trading Cards as we can in 1.5 hours, then swap or keep them.ATC swaps have been around for a while. You can paint, draw, or do mixed media on your cards, which we will then trade with each other(or keep, whatever you choose!) The cards […]

We'll paint in one hue with just white and black to create different values.We'll paint in one hue with just white and black to create different values. You pick that one color and we'll paint with acrylics. The theme is "The One Thing I can Count On." Having a theme is very helpful with abstract […]

This is an Open House for Art Journaling - bring your journal and use the studio's of creative goodies!The Monthly Saturday Open Art Journaling happens one Saturday every month. If you have a journal you're working in, bring it with you...I also have starter kits and single art journals here if you want to pick […]

We are going to practice doing image transfer using two different methods.We are going to practice doing image transfer using two different methods. 1) Gel Medium. We'll transfer an image from a magazine or laser printer directly onto a page or paper you can use in a journal or mixed media. Method 2) Packing Tape. […]

This is an Open House for Art Journaling - bring your journal and use the studio's of creative goodies!The Monthly Saturday Open Art Journaling happens one Saturday every month. If you have a journal you're working in, bring it with you...I also have starter kits and single art journals here if you want to pick […]

This is a three hour class where we'll create an abstract painting using acrylics and a bit of mixed media.This workshop will give you a chance to create an abstract painting on canvas incorporating a bit of collage. The theme is "A Favorite Place." This will be a thoughtful painting that will hold meaning for […]

Pastes, Gels, Gesso, and Mediums...who does whatDo you have a stash of gesso, gels, a couple of types of pastes and medium, but you're not sure what to do with them? Then this class is for you! We'll look at what each of them can do, and how you can incorporate them into your painting, […]

This is a 4 week class focused on building upon the fundamentals of drawing. Ages 12 and up.Each week we will build foundational drawing skills while learning best practices for tools and materials. Using graphite and charcoal, students will learn how to use lines, porportions, shading, and create texture. Part of the class will be […]

This is an Open House for Art Journaling - bring your journal and use the studio's of creative goodies!The Monthly Saturday Open Art Journaling happens one Saturday every month. If you have a journal you're working in, bring it with you...I also have starter kits and single art journals here if you want to pick […]

Intro to gouache: learn your way around these water based paintsIf you've never tried gouache, this class is for you! We'll look at some simple ways to get started, and how you can incorporate it into your art journaling or mixed media projects, or as a stand alone medium.Your class includes something to sip from […]

Your life is a work of art! In this session, we’ll explore how to use symbols, images, and mixed media to tell your personal storiesYour life is a work of art. In this class, we’ll explore how to use colors, symbols, images, and mixed media to tell your personal stories in a powerful visual format. […]

Join us for a 4-part soft pastel workshop where you’ll learn to paint beautiful florals—even if you’ve never picked up a pastel beforeJoin us for a 4-part soft pastel workshop where you’ll learn to paint simple flowers even if you’ve never picked up a pastel before!You'll learn about materials, techniques, and simple mark-making to build […]