Get your painting partner (adult & child) and join us to take ordinary white sea shells and turn them into artistic masterpieces! We will be using Puffy Paints, a dimensional paint, to decorate our treasures. First, using a brush and the color we like, we will give our shells a coat of paint, a base layer. Next, we will add paint to create unique dimensional designs on top of those colors. After drying, they become part of your memories of your time in Ocean City. All materials are included!
 
Location: Ocean City, Maryland
Instructor: Jacki Yamin
Cost: $36 ($30 for members)
Sponsor: Art League of Ocean City
Website, email, (410) 524-9433

During this one-day intensive workshop, Beth shares her unique technique with students. Beth will do a demo and show how she uses photography and simple apps on her phone to simplify forms enhance value and emphasize composition. She will also discuss how to pick objects that make an exciting still life set up. Students are encouraged to use water mixable (soluble) oils to get the most out of the workshop. Beth will have paint for her students to try as well as one of her prepared painting panels, brushes and other supplies for you to use during the workshop. This workshop is for all level of painters.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Beth Bathe
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Suncatchers add warmth and colored light to any room. Join Joan and create your own, beautiful suncatcher! Participants will use a flower form and build in textures of sand, colored glass and precut mirror to craft a shiny suncatcher to enjoy in four seasons. Mosaic mirrored tiles and rhinestones in a variety of colors will be provided. The SunCatcher will be hang ready for gazing in the light.
 
Location: Ocean City, Maryland
Instructor: Joan Guerriero
Cost: $70 ($58 for members)
Sponsor: Art League of Ocean City
Website, email, (410) 524-9433

Monochrome painting is art composed in a single color. It utilizes various shades or tints, so the images become incredibly evocative and most importantly what you lose in not using color you’ll gain in quality of composition and contrast. Color is no longer a distraction. The focus is on the overall composition. Also mark-making is improved by enabling the discovery of different forms and shapes with subtle tones. Painting with a single color can improve your art because it makes you concentrate on elements such as line, value, lighting and form.
 
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Instructor: Jorge Luis Bernal
Cost: $695.00 Tax & Materials included
Website, email, 301-821-3999

Supply Fee: $15.00 paid directly to instructor, cash or venmo. Be on trend by creating a one of a kind Wine Bottle Stopper. This would make a lovely addition to any wine lovers barware decor. Students will decorate a shell, then attach it to a stainless steel and silicone wine stopper using resin.
 
Location: Ocean City, Maryland
Instructor: Lisa Guerriero
Cost: $25 ($20 for members)
Sponsor: Art League of Ocean City
Website, email, (410) 524-9433

Students will create a fluid design over a wood board (dimensions vary). In using epoxy and mica pigmented powders, the participant can achieve a contemporary piece that will last for years. Tiny novelties such as shells or stones can be brought to class for embellishments over the designed board. Students will need to purchase supplies on the day of the workshop for a fee paid directly to the instructor. Cash or Venmo. Students should bring a mask to class.
 
Location: Ocean City, Maryland
Instructor: Joan Guerriero
Cost: $46 ($38 for members)
Sponsor: Art League of Ocean City
Website, email, (410) 524-9433

Artists from Ancient Egypt through Medieval Europe to American Masters such as Andrew Wyeth and James Gurney have used tempera – the technique of mixing dry pigments with egg yolk, glue or casein – to create paintings with intricate detail and luminous, jewel-like color. Learn all aspects of the medium including the characteristics of each binder, brushes and surfaces, mixing and storing paint, and both layered and direct, gestural, painting methods. Work from your own reference photos or drawings.
 
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Anthony Ciambella
Cost: $225
Sponsor: Cerulean Arts Gallery and Studio
Website, email, 267-514-8647

In this beginner friendly workshop, you’ll learn the ancient art of Shibori, a Japanese manual hand-dyeing technique which produces beautiful patterns in fabric in a range of blues using Indigo dye. Create fabulous wearables for yourself or to give as gifts. Four different patterns will be taught - you’ll choose two techniques to prep your fabrics. Students will spend time manipulating fabric to create patterns before soaking. We’ll then submerge the prepped fabric multiple times in the dye vat before rinsing thoroughly and hanging to dry. You'll be sure to "ooh and aah" over your results. Come see why everyone loves Shibori! Tuition includes materials fee. Dress for mess as the dye stains permanently.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Sue Fox Mitrano
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

For centuries, stained glass has been used to decorate homes, churches and public spaces. Learn everything you need to know to create your own fabulous stained glass art pieces! Suitable for novices and pros, we will cover the basics and beyond. You will learn to cut glass, grind and fit glass, create panels, solder, and lots more! Bring your own pattern or use one of ours. Supplies such as layout bocks, grinder, grinding tools, foil, burnisher, flux, solder, soldering iron, and patina will be provided. Students will need basic glass tools (glass cutter, running pliers, grozers); bring your own or purchase a kit in class for $30. Glass pieces are available at no cost and sheet glass available for purchase.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Christine Batchelor
Cost: $550
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Students will learn how to cut glass, solder, and complete a window hanging. Patterns will be supplied by instructor. Tool kits available for purchase from instructor on first night. Intermediate and advanced level projects offered for those with experience. Please note: Due to the use of lead, under no circumstance should someone participate in stained glass while pregnant.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Mark Kidd
Cost: $490
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Casting molten metal is one of the oldest metal techniques dating back thousands of years. Students will learn how to work both hard and soft wax. These wax objects will be cast in sterling silver incorporating the lost wax casting technique. This class will cover calculating wax weights, spruing of waxes, safety issues and finishing. Students do not need prior metal experience but those that have taken a jewelry class will be able to use those skills in the finishing part of this technique. Cuttlefish casting will be offered. Be prepared for a fun and interesting time learning this essential and ancient metal art! Mats included.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Chris Darway
Cost: $590
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Students will learn how to cut glass, solder, and complete a window hanging. Patterns will be supplied by instructor. Tool kits available for purchase from instructor on first night. Intermediate and advanced level projects offered for those with experience. Please note: Due to the use of lead, under no circumstance should someone participate in stained glass while pregnant.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Mark Kidd
Cost: $490
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Welcome to the world of mosaics! From the ancient Romans to Gaudi, mosaics have been used to enhance indoor and outdoor spaces. This class will provide the opportunity to explore stone, tile, glass and ceramic mosaics using various methods. Learn about different mosaic surfaces, adhesives, and materials. Make beautiful and useful objects and decor. Tile, stained glass pieces, and broken ceramics will be provided, along with adhesives and grout. Students should bring wheeled glass tile nippers, or they can be purchased in class for $25. Please do not wear open toe shoes. Safety glasses will be provided.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Christine Batchelor
Cost: $165
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

During this one-day intensive workshop, Beth shares her unique technique with students. In the morning Beth will do a demo and show how she uses photography and simple apps on her phone to simplify forms, enhance value and emphasize composition. In the afternoon students will work from photos (either bring your own on your phone/iPad, or Beth will have prints to share). Beth uses unconventional tools including squeegees and Q-tips, along with her brushes focusing on composition, values, edges, and drawing rather than color. Students are encouraged to use water mixable (soluble) oils. Beth will have paint for her students to try as well as one of her prepared painting panels, brushes and other supplies for you to use.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Beth Bathe
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Ages: 16+. Level: Beginner. Students should bring: Rubber wash tub, old towel, 5 clip style clothes pins, sharp shears or basket shears, a spritz bottle, pencil and tape measure. In this workshop students will learn about using reed as a weaving material and basic weaving techniques to create a useful basket, reflective of each person’s creative choices.
 
Location: Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin
Instructor: Mary Luckhardt Klemm
Cost: $140
Sponsor: River Arts on Water Gallery
Website, email, 608-643-5215

Ages 18+. Level: Beginner/no experience necessary/appropriate for beginners and those with some prior experience. Painting with Cold Wax Medium is a popular artistic expression all over the world. In this class, you will explore the basic principles of Cold Wax Medium through instructor led demos, individual guidance, and exploration of individual pieces. The techniques are fun, creative, and only limited by your imagination. We will explore the process of building layers using printmaking methods, mark making, and adding textures. There are no mistakes in this class, only results that are yet to be discovered.
 
Location: Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin
Instructor: Rick Ross
Cost: $230
Sponsor: River Arts, Inc.
Website, email, 608-643-5215

Welcome to the world of mosaics! From the ancient Romans to Gaudi, mosaics have been used to enhance indoor and outdoor spaces. This class will provide the opportunity to explore stone, tile, glass and ceramic mosaics using various methods. Learn about different mosaic surfaces, adhesives, and materials. Make beautiful and useful objects and decor. Tile, stained glass pieces, and broken ceramics will be provided, along with adhesives and grout. Students should bring wheeled glass tile nippers, or they can be purchased in class for $25. Please do not wear open toe shoes. Safety glasses will be provided.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Christine Batchelor
Cost: $200
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Join artist and long-time PAFA professor Patricia Traub for frank and helpful feedback on your artwork. A group critique is an excellent means of both dispelling feelings of artistic isolation or uncertainty and ?nding inspiration in the ideas and artwork of others in a supportive environment.
 
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Patricia Traub
Cost: $95
Sponsor: Cerulean Arts Gallery and Studio
Website, email, 267-514-8647

During this one-day intensive workshop, Beth shares her unique technique with students. Beth will do a demo and show how she uses photography and simple apps on her phone to simplify forms enhance value and emphasize composition. She will also discuss how to pick objects that make an exciting still life set up. Students are encouraged to use water mixable (soluble) oils to get the most out of the workshop. Beth will have paint for her students to try as well as one of her prepared painting panels, brushes and other supplies for you to use during the workshop. This workshop is for all level of painters.
 
Location: Wayne, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Beth Bathe
Sponsor: Wayne Art Center
Website, email, 610-688-3553

Create your own pop-up cards for birthdays, holidays and more! Learn the basics of folding and paper manipulation, the building blocks for the creation of more advanced three-dimensional constructions. Create fantastic pieces that can be later transformed into amazing books, exhibited as single sculptures, or gifted as one-of- a-kind card creations - perfect for the holidays!
 
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Instructor: Alicia Mino Gonzalez
Cost: $115
Sponsor: Cerulean Arts Gallery and Studio
Website, email, 267-514-8647

Discover the captivating world of alcohol inks in this dynamic workshop, where vibrant pigments and fluid movement combine to create stunning works of art. This accessible medium offers an engaging, hands-on experience perfect for artists of all skill levels—from curious beginners to seasoned creatives. Under the expert guidance of talented instructor Julie Schroeder, you'll master a range of alcohol ink techniques, including the art of blowing delicate florals, painting atmospheric landscapes, and exploring additional creative applications that showcase the remarkable versatility of this luminous medium. Working on professional Yupo paper and tiles, you'll experiment with color blending, organic textures, and spontaneous movement to develop your own collection of vivid, one-of-a-kind pieces. Students should bring $20 cash for materials.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Julie Schroeder
Cost: $50
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

Uncork your creativity and discover the mesmerizing art of acrylic paint pouring! Whether you're planning the perfect girls' night out or an unforgettable date night, this relaxing workshop offers the ideal blend of artistic exploration and social fun. Under the guidance of instructor Julie Schroeder, you'll dive into the captivating world of fluid acrylics, experimenting with a variety of pouring techniques—from traditional methods to unique, innovative approaches that create stunning visual effects. Watch in amazement as colors blend, swirl, and bloom into beautiful florals and abstract designs that seem to come alive on the canvas. No experience necessary—just bring your sense of adventure and let the paint (and wine) flow! All participants must be age 21+.
 
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Instructor: Julie Schroeder
Cost: $60
Sponsor: Art League of Hilton Head
Website, email, (843) 842-5738

This intensive session provides basic technical CWM/Oil skills plus advanced conceptual expression tools. The focus centers on how the psychological perception of color, form, and texture anchors a composition and guides the viewer's eye. Two-Day Curriculum Structure. Day 1: Foundations & Technical Mechanics, Layering, Masking & paint solvent reductions. Day 2: Application & Conceptual Expression. The second day applies these mechanics directly to visual mechanics and narrative design. Visual Weight Distribution. Rhythm & Repetition: Focal Points & Contrast: Utilizing sharp tonal or Studio Practice & Critiques: Ample dedicated painting time paired with direct, personalized Q&A feedback sessions to refine individual narratives.
 
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Instructor: Jorge Luis Bernal
Cost: $545.00 Tax & materials included
Sponsor: Jorge Luis Bernal Studio and Workshops
Website, email, 301-821-3999

Abstract art transforms complex visual ideas into minimalist compositions by stripping away detail to focus purely on: Line, form, color, and texture. Monotype painting (using wax color sticks on a heated plate) is a fast, dynamic, and highly rewarding process. The method is easy and highly engaging for artists of all skill levels. Day-1 Structure: Covers equipment setup, monotype safety, color stick application, masking techniques, and paper selection. Day-2 Structure: Dives into minimalist expression, translating natural forms or imagined spaces into line, form, color & texture, mood-driven surfaces with ample painting time and personalized feedback.
 
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Instructor: Jorge Luis Bernal
Cost: $545.00 Tax & materials included
Sponsor: Jorge Luis Bernal Studio & Workshops
Website, email, 301-821-3999

This 2-day workshop explores the artistic principles of visual organization and the opportunity to experiment with collage, cold wax medium and oil paints. Day 1: Foundations & Techniques. All the Basics: Substrate preparation, color mixing, tools, use of paint shapers, mark-making techniques, masking, stencils, brayer techniques, texture applications, paint solvent reductions etc. Day 2: Expression & Application: Focusing on visual organization and the expressive use collage and color to build richly layered surfaces and develop a narrative. Enjoy ample painting time with personalized feedback through direct Q&A sessions with Jorge throughout the weekend.
 
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Instructor: Jorge Luis Bernal
Cost: $545.00 Tax & materials included
Website, email, 301-821-3999

"Abstract Art: A Sense of Place" Encaustic Monotype Workshop by instructor Jorge Luis Bernal is a 2-day studio intensive that explores emotional and conceptual connections to physical environments through heated wax printmaking. This educational class focuses away from traditional replication to give artists the tools to distill complex ideas of "home" and "nation" into layered, expressive abstractions. Day 1: Foundations & Techniques. Day 2: Expression & Application: Dive into conceptual expression using photos or imagined spaces for inspiration. Painting goes beyond merely recording a physical location. Enjoy ample painting time and personalized feedback through direct Q&A sessions with Jorge throughout the workshop.
 
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Instructor: Jorge Luis Bernal
Cost: $545.00 Tax & materials included
Sponsor: Jorge Luis Bernal Studio & Workshops
Website, email, 301-821-3999