PENCE GALLERY. In this 2-day workshop, follow David Lobenberg step-by-step to create luscious, eye-engaging watercolor creations of mama and baby scenes of pandas and flamingos. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—2:30p. $225—250
PENCE GALLERY. In this hands-on workshop, participants will discover the creative and meditative process of working with air-dry clay while building and detailing small nature-inspired figures and flowers. For all ages (adults and kids ages 5 & up are welcome); no prior experience needed. Register at pencegallery.org. 1p—3p. $60—70
PENCE GALLERY. Art in Action engages kids in art projects that are fun, creative, and collaborative with their family members. Come make beautiful beaded plants out of sparkly beads, floral foam, and some wire and string, and even customize the terracotta pot it shines in! This is a drop-in program, for ages 5-12, with no registration required. All materials provided. 1p—3p. $5—10
THE BARN STUDIO, WOODLAND. Over four weeks, we’ll explore memory, meaning, and voice through creative in-class exercises, readings, discussion, and homework. Each class will focus on creating a community of writers, as well as generating new material and developing confidence on the page so you can begin to shape your stories. Suitable for both beginners & more experienced writers. On Tuesdays, Sep. 2—23. 6p—8p. $350
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s 6-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Registration is required in advance through pencegallery.org. The workshop is on Fridays from Sep. 19—Oct. 24. 10a—11:45a. $25—35
PENCE GALLERY. Learn how to paint figures in a surrounding environment, landscapes (including one urban scene), and flowers in natural settings. Students will gain experience on how to structure compositions from original references and will explore the painterly aspect of arranging shapes, values, and colors to complete an expressive painting. Includes demos, painting sessions, and critique sessions. On Tuesdays, Aug. 5 – Sep. 9. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—12p. $195—215
PENCE GALLERY. Learn how to paint figures in a surrounding environment, landscapes (including one urban scene), and flowers in natural settings. Students will gain experience on how to structure compositions from original references and will explore the painterly aspect of arranging shapes, values, and colors to complete an expressive painting. Includes demos, painting sessions, and critique sessions. On Tuesdays, Aug. 5 – Sep. 9. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—12p. $195—215
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to refine your wheel throwing technique. The focus is on skill-building, so students will leave with enhanced technique rather than finished pieces. Register for all three days (June 30—July 2) or register for individual days. Open to beginners and people with prior wheel throwing experience. Materials are provided. 11a—4p. $115/day
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Discover beginner-friendly book binding recipes in this hands-on workshop! Last month, attendees made zines & books with pockets. This month, participants will expand on these structures by filling them with content such as collage, drawing, and poetry. We will recreate some of last month’s structures at the beginning of this workshop. Don’t worry if you’re new – no prior experience necessary. 10:30a—12:30p. $40
PENCE GALLERY. This fun and informative workshop will introduce aspects of mammals and birds to better understand the subjects and improve artistic renderings. Students will study the general anatomy of the body, how to add facial expressions and “personality,” and then practice drawing animals in pencil. For artists ages 16+ who have some artistic experience. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—2:30p. $140—160
