Workshops are opportunities for those looking to get their creative juices flowing. Past workshops have included: paint nights, Shibori and Indigo dying, papier-mache sculptures, gel printing, Valentine’s Day cardmaking, resin art, weaving, macrame and more.
We are always seeking teaching artists to bring their craft to our studio through workshop partnerships!
For the most up-to-date info, please subscribe to our newsletter mailing list, as well as our Camps page for opportunities for kids, as well! Additional info may be found on our FAQ page for Workshop Policies.
Calling all artsy tweens and teens for an art jam where we'll craft these snazzy wall-hangings inspired by Rachel Burke (@imakestagram) Ages 11+
All camps run from 10a-2p and include all materials and snacks (your child brings a lunch).
image credit to Rachel Burke
Calling all budding artists ages 4-9 years for a day of art making including wet felting, dream jars, painting and more. It’s going to be a craftastic extravaganza!
All camps run from 10a-2p and include all materials and snacks (your child brings a lunch).
inspiration image from Google
Get ready for the holidays with our pretty papier-mache pie project, and Mid-Mod wreath! This camp is for children ages 6-13
All camps run from 10a-2p and include all materials and snacks (your child brings a lunch).
Join us Monday, November 11th in crafting a colorful llama sculpture inspired by artist Alberto Giacometti! This camp is for children ages 6-13.
All camps run from 10a-2p and include all materials and snacks (your child brings a lunch).
Join us in the studio on Saturday, October 19th from 2:00-4:00p for kids ages 6 to 10 years. Get ready for a treat as we craft the cutest ghostly friends!
Your registration includes pizza dinner, snacks and all materials.
Calling all Tweens and Teens (ages 11-17) for an evening of making creepy carnivorous plant sculptures!
Your registration includes pizza dinner, snacks and all materials.
Capture a magical forest moment in acrylic on canvas. Teaching artist Kate will go over the importance of a good underpainting, show you how to paint trees in perspective, and explain how to capture gorgeous impressionist sunset lighting in just a few easy steps.
Price of registration includes all materials, and some nibbles provided! Feel free to bring along any snacks or beverages of choice.
In this Wacky Workshop, we’ll learn how to design our own cute keychain monsters and bring them to life with felt! You bring the supplies, and we’ll bring the live instruction.
Tutorial Video will be available in our shop after the workshop for $10
Cost: $5
Age Range: Adults
What you need:
Felt fabric in your preferred colors
Embroidery floss
Embroidery needle
Beads + Findings
Keyring/clasp
Polyfill or wool roving for the stuffing
Scissors
Sketchbook/scratch paper for brainstorming
Pencil and eraser
Colored pencils or markers
In this Wacky Workshop, we’ll look at strange animal art of the past, and create our own peculiar pet portraits! You bring the supplies, and we’ll bring the live instruction.
Tutorial Video will be available in our shop after the workshop for $10
Cost: $5
Age Range: Adults
What you need:
Canvas panel or wood block (8x11 or smaller preferred)
Acrylic paint: Red, Yellow, Blue, White, and Black
Paint Palette- paper plates work in a pinch!
Paintbrushes
Water.
Paper towels
Reference photo of your pet
Pencil and eraser
Sketchbook for brainstorming
In our very first Wacky Workshop, we’ll be creating embroidered patches featuring a portrait of yourself, a friend, a family member, or even a pet! Learn beginner embroidery techniques, and create your very own wearable portrait. You bring the supplies, and we’ll bring the instruction.
Cost: $5
Age Range: 6-14
What you need:
Cross Stitch fabric or muslin
Felt
Embroidery needle
Embroidery floss- your choice of colors
Beads, buttons or charms.
Scissors
Pencil
Sketchbook for brainstorming
Drop off your kids or stay with them for this whimsical afternoon of artmaking. Using unconventional art techniques, participants will create beautiful, artistic flowers. Geared for students ages 6+ without parents (or 4+ with adult help), we will spend our time crafting. $45 per child (one adult to accompany their child can attend for free). Register here.
Calling all Swifties! We’re having a Taylor Swift-inspired art workshop just for you! Grab your BFF and let’s get crafting. We’ll create Mirrorball necklaces, bracelets and have a Polaroid pop-up featuring you as a keepsake to bring home. Afernoon snacks plus all materials are included for this very special event! $60 per child. This is a drop-off activity. Register here.
Calling all Swifties! We’re having a Taylor Swift-inspired art workshop just for you! Grab your BFF and let’s get crafting. We’ll create Mirrorball necklaces, Taylor Swift paper dolls and have a Polaroid pop-up featuring you as a keepsake to bring home. Pizza, salad and fruit plus all materials are included for this very special two hour event! $70 per child. Register here.
Come join us online, Friday February 16th at 6:30p PST for a fun Gal-entine’s workshop! Bring your fave beverage and snacks, and your paint supplies. We’ll email you a PDF to DIY your own canvas at time of registration. Come solo or paint with a group of friends, from the comfort of your home. Makes a great slumber party idea for the tweens and teens, too!
Join us in the studio on Sunday, February 4th from 3:00-4:30p for kids ages 6 years and up. We will be crafting our hearts out in the spirit of all-things-Valenitne’s-Day. We’ll have our tried and true Valentine’s projects from over the years that make precious keepsakes, in addition to card making. It’s gonna be an art love fest!
Join Arterie teaching artist Kate Spong from the comfort of your own home as she guides you in the creation of “Monstera”. You will learn composition and color mixing and leave with a beautiful painting. Grab your paints and your favorite beverage and join us! Zoom info will be emailed the day of.
For your materials, the following is suggested:
Any type of watercolor paper is fine
Liquitex acrylic paint or any other brand that is not craft acrylic.
Brushes…these are great:
Transon Artist Paint Brush Set of 12 for Watercolor Acrylic Gouache Oil and Tempera Painting https://a.co/d/g5AKAUQ
Join Kate Spong as she guides you through the making of ‘Monstera’. In this workshop, you will learn the foundations of color and composition and leave with a beautiful painting. Suggested materials are:
Any type of watercolor or heavy mixed media paper, cardboard pre-painted white, or canvas will work
Liquitex acrylic paint or any other brand that is not craft acrylic
Brushes…these are great:
Transon Artist Paint Brush Set of 12 for Watercolor Acrylic Gouache Oil and Tempera Painting https://a.co/d/g5AKAUQ
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Join Arterie instructor Kate Spong as she guides you through the painting of “Cozy Cabin”. A complete supply list will be emailed prior to the start of class. Should you wish to create this painting at another time, we will send you a link to the recording after class.
Join Arterie instructor Kate Spong as she guides you through the painting of “Illuminated Street Lamp”. A complete supply list will be emailed prior to the start of class. Should you wish to create this painting at another time, we will send you a link to the recording after class.
Join Arterie instructor Kate Spong as she guides you through the painting of “Flickering Candle”. A complete supply list will be emailed prior to the start of class. Should you wish to create this painting at another time, we will send you a link to the recording after class.
Paint Nights will be:
12/6: Flickering Candle
12/13: Illuminated Street Lamp
12/20: Cozy Cabin
Join Arterie instructor Kate Spong as she guides you through the painting of “Through the Window”. A complete supply list will be emailed prior to the start of class. Should you wish to create this painting at another time, we will send you a link to the recording after class.
Join Arterie instructor Kate Spong as she guides you through the painting of “Alternative Color Palette Tree”. A complete supply list will be emailed prior to the start of class. Should you wish to create this painting at another time, we will send you a link to the recording after class.
Join Arterie instructor Kate Spong as she guides you through the painting of “Moonlit Mushrooms”. A complete supply list will be emailed prior to the start of class. Should you wish to create this painting at another time, we will send you a link to the recording after class.
Join Arterie instructor Kate Spong as she guides you through the painting of “Coffee Mug” (top left). A complete supply list will be emailed prior to the start of class. Should you wish to create this painting at another time, we will send you a link to the recording after class.
From left to right: Coffee Mug, Moonlit Mushrooms, Alternative Color Palette Tree, Through the Window
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween art workshop. This drop-off workshop includes everything to make one of our most popular Halloween decorations! Choose from our Candy Corn Creature, Pumpkin Person, or Spooky Spider. All materials included. $50/child. Ages 5+ years and older.
Join Arterie teaching artist Kate Spong as she guides you in the making of your own sketchbook. Combining traditional bookmaking techniques with a contemporary flair, Kate brings her impeccable skillset to her instruction. You will receive all materials (either shipped or local pick up available at our studio) to make a fiber arts book, information about the class prior to class each week, and live instruction online. All classes will be recorded should you be unable to attend online.
This is part one of a summer series of three book arts classes; each four-week session may be purchased separately.
Join Arterie teaching artist Kate Spong as she guides you in the making of a scrapbook sketchbook. Combining traditional bookmaking techniques with a contemporary flair, Kate brings her impeccable skillset to her instruction. You will receive all materials (either shipped or local pick up available at our studio) to make a scrapbook sketchbook, information about the class prior to class each week, and live instruction online. All classes will be recorded should you be unable to attend online.
This is part one of a summer series of three book arts classes; each four-week session may be purchased separately.
