EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Upcoming Events & Workshops
Masters & Materials: An Ongoing Art Exploration Series
Join us for an evolving journey through art history, one session at a time. Each gathering opens with a short, engaging introduction to a master artist, historical period, or signature technique — from Impressionist brushwork to Cubist perspective, from watercolor traditions to contemporary mixed media. No prior art experience needed.
Following the overview, you'll dive into a hands-on exploration exercise inspired by what we've just learned, experimenting with the featured artist's approach in your own way. It's part art history lesson, part studio time — a chance to understand why the masters worked the way they did by trying it yourself.
All materials are provided. Just bring your curiosity.
Drop in for a single session or come back each time as we work our way through a new artist, movement, or technique. Ideal for homeschool students ages 12+ and adults seeking to explore art history basics.
Slow down and let color lead the way. In this hands-on workshop, part of our ongoing Art of Mindfulness series, you'll begin by laying down a watercolor background using whatever hues call to you in the moment — no plan required, just paint and presence. Once your background is dry, you'll layer in ink lines, simple drawings, and meaningful words or phrases, transforming your page into a piece that's uniquely yours.
This is less about technique and more about process — a chance to quiet your mind, tune into your senses, and create without judgment. All supplies are provided, and no art experience is needed. Just bring yourself and an openness to see what unfolds on the page.
Step into one of photography's oldest and most magical processes. In this hands-on, three-hour workshop, you'll create your own one-of-a-kind cyanotype prints — the same sun-powered technique invented in 1842 and famously used by botanist Anna Atkins to create the first photographically illustrated book.
You'll learn to:
- Coat and prepare your own watercolor paper with light-sensitive solution
- Compose stunning prints using natural materials — leaves, ferns, flowers,
lace, and feathers
- Work with digital negatives, using ready-made transparencies to create striking
sun-exposed images
- Expose, wash, and finish your prints, watching them transform from pale green-
blue to deep Prussian blue right before your eyes.
No experience necessary — just curiosity and a willingness to get a little inky. All
materials are provided, and you'll leave with a set of original prints ready to frame or gift.
Everything is supplied, including digital negatives — feel free to bring watercolors if you'd like to add a touch of color to your prints. Space is limited — reserve your spot today and spend a morning making art with sunlight.
Paper Weaving Basics
Explore the meditative rhythm of weaving in this hands-on workshop for all skill levels! You'll learn the fundamentals of paper weaving while creating a one-of-a-kind abstract sampler mounted on an 11×14 canvas board — a finished piece ready to hang and enjoy.
Choose from a curated selection of vibrant cardstock, vintage papers, and textured fibers to weave together a composition that's entirely your own. Through simple over-under techniques, you'll discover how color, pattern, and texture can combine into something truly striking — no experience required.
All supplies are provided. Just bring your creativity and leave with a finished work of art.
Explore leaves as both botanical forms and expressive elements in watercolor. In this 2-hour workshop, we'll experiment with shape, texture, layering, line, and negative space, creating individual leaves inspired by nature. Along the way, you'll learn simple watercolor techniques — wet-on-wet blending, dry-brush texture, and controlled linework — that bring each leaf to life on the page.
We'll also incorporate words and meaningful quotes, allowing each leaf to become a small piece of art with its own story. Whether it's a favorite phrase, a personal mantra, or a line that simply resonates with you, your words will become part of the composition — turning a botanical study into something more personal and reflective.
This workshop is as much about slowing down and creating space for yourself as it is about the art itself. No prior painting experience is needed — we'll guide you through each step, from your first brushstroke to your finished piece. By the end, you'll leave with a small collection of original watercolor leaves, ready to frame, gift, or keep as a quiet reminder of the time you spent creating.
All supplies provided.
Clay artist Doni Langlois will be your guide in creating two 4 “X 4” garden ornaments
from clay in this basic ceramic class. You will learn to make hollow shaped forms of
either birds, hearts or one of each! Decorate each from unlimited ideas with stamps, cut
outs, designs, color and more – all materials and firings provided by Doni. Beads will be
chosen the last class for finishing after the final firing. This class is 2.5 hours ea. on two
consecutive Saturdays and pick up of your final piece is available one week after the
last class.
Sign up now! Class is limited to 8
$125 pp
Sat. Oct 17th, 1 PM -3:30 PM AND
Sat Oct 24th, 1 PM – 3:30 PM
Pick up within 2 weeks at the gallery.
Art of Mindfulness: Pointillism Sunflowers
Slow down, breathe, and lose yourself in the meditative rhythm of dot by dot creation. In this immersive workshop, you'll use dotting tools, stencils, and vibrant acrylic paints to build a stunning pointillism sunflower on a striking black canvas panel — where every tiny mark of color contributes to a radiant, deeply personal whole.
Working against a rich black background, you'll discover how even the most methodical, repetitive mark-making becomes a form of moving meditation. Stencils and dotting tools make this workshop approachable for all skill levels, while leaving plenty of room for your own color choices and creative instincts to shine through. No prior art experience is necessary — only a willingness to be present, patient, and playful.
All materials are provided. Come ready to breathe, create, and leave with a one-of-a-kind piece of mindful art.
Join us for a serene morning practice that combines ancient contemplative tradition with contemporary art-making. In this morning workshop, you'll slow down, breathe deeply, and create your own mandala design using vibrant watercolor pens in the tranquil setting of our gallery.
What to Expect
No artistic experience is necessary—this workshop is about process, not perfection. You'll be guided through gentle breathing exercises before beginning your mandala, working from the center outward in a rhythm that encourages focus and flow. The repetitive, circular motion of creating patterns within the mandala's structure naturally quiets mental chatter and brings your attention fully into the present moment.
The Power of Circles
Mandalas—meaning "circle" in Sanskrit—have been used across cultures for centuries as tools for meditation and self-reflection. The circular form itself holds profound psychological significance: it represents wholeness, unity, and the cycles of life. Creating within a circle provides natural boundaries that can feel both containing and liberating, offering a safe space for exploration while gently directing your creative energy inward.
Research suggests that the act of creating mandalas can reduce anxiety, improve concentration, and promote a sense of calm and centeredness. The symmetrical patterns engage both hemispheres of the brain, while the meditative repetition activates the same neural pathways as traditional seated meditation—making this an ideal practice for those who find stillness challenging.
Leave with your own unique mandala creation and renewed sense of presence to carry into your day.
All materials provided. Beginners warmly welcomed.
Blackout poetry is the art of taking an existing page of text and selecting words to form your own original poem, then blacking out or covering everything around them. The result is something entirely your own — part poetry, part visual art.
Over 90 minutes, you'll receive step-by-step guidance on how to read a page with fresh eyes, find your poem, and bring it to life. From there, the page becomes your canvas. Use pens, watercolors, and other mixed media to transform the surrounding text into something beautiful, bold, or deeply personal — the creative choices are yours to make.
No writing experience. No art experience. No pressure. Just you, a page, and whatever you want to say.
All supplies are provided. All skill levels welcome.
See above for the complete workshop description.
See above for the complete workshop description.
Tear it up and put it back together in a whole new way. In this hands-on workshop, you'll explore the playful, expressive world of torn paper abstraction, no art background required.
We'll begin by looking at several sample abstract works and talking through the basics of composition, texture, and color theory: how colors play off one another, what creates balance and tension, and how a few simple choices can change the mood of a piece. Then it's your turn. Using colored cardstock, vintage papers, and an assortment of ephemera, you'll tear, layer, and arrange your way to an original abstract design, guided by a few prompts and plenty of room to follow your own instincts.
All supplies are provided, and you'll leave with a finished piece of your own. Beginners are welcome, and so is anyone who just wants an evening of creative play.
The best camera is often the one in your pocket. Learn how to create professional- looking images using only your iPhone. This workshop goes beyond simple snapshots by teaching composition, lighting, portrait techniques, editing, and hidden camera features that most people never use. You'll also learn how to photograph family, travel, food, landscapes, and social media content with confidence.
Topics Covered:
Camera settings and hidden features
Portrait Mode
HDR photography
Night Mode
Composition techniques
Lighting fundamentals
Editing using built-in and free apps
Tips for Instagram-worthy
See above for the complete workshop description.
Let your brush play! In this relaxed 3-hour workshop led by Regina West, instructor of The Watercolor Society- Houston, you'll explore expressive watercolor through the shapes and textures of leaves and flowers.
We'll experiment with wet-on-wet washes, luminous layering, spontaneous color mixing, and lively brushwork, letting pigment bloom, blend, and flow on its own. You'll create organic forms and vibrant textures while loosening your hand and discovering the beauty of watercolor's natural movement.
No experience needed, and all supplies are provided. Just bring your curiosity.
Create dark, moody encaustic art with wax layers, heat-fusing, and creepy silhouettes. All supplies included—bring spooky extras if you wish!
Step into the shadows at Spooky Wax Workshop, a hauntingly creative encaustic experience where you’ll build dark, moody imagery through layers of luminous wax and the magic of fusing with heat. Create eerie compositions with creepy silhouettes, mysterious textures, and atmospheric details as you explore the expressive possibilities of wax. If you’ve taken Shauna’s Photos + Wax workshop, feel free to bring pre-printed tissue-paper images to incorporate; previous Layering Workshop participants are also welcome to bring silhouette cutouts, specialty papers, or any haunting elements you’d like to embed. Otherwise, all supplies are included - just bring your imagination and a willingness to get a little spooky.
Join us for a special "Art & Lit" program where we will explore "Room on the Broom" in celebration of Halloween.
ART & LIT is a guided art lesson for preschool and young elementary aged (4-9) students and their parent(s) or guardian.
Following the read-a-loud, students will have an opportunity to create their star wand and broom inspired by the book.
$10 per child. All supplies included.
Stir Your Creative Spirit: An Evening of Art & Artisanal Cocktails - "Halloween" Edition
Immerse yourself in a multi-sensory celebration where the art of mixology meets visual inspiration. Join us for an exclusive evening that blends creative expression with craft cocktails, presented in partnership with the renowned Amerigo's Grille.
Master the Craft
Let your creativity flow as one of Amerigo's elite mixologists guides you through the artistry of classic cocktail creation. Learn the secrets behind perfectly balanced drinks while discovering the stories and techniques that transform simple ingredients into sophisticated libations.
Art in Motion
Between mixing sessions, lose yourself in our captivating "Mending Project" exhibition, a solo show by Shauna Martin. The gallery space comes alive with an additional collection featuring 60 contemporary Texas artists, offering a rich tapestry of local artistic vision.
An Optional Culinary Finale
Complete your evening of artistic indulgence at Amerigo's Grille, where culinary artistry takes center stage.
Come raise a glass to creativity as we celebrate the intersection of visual and culinary arts in this unique gallery experience.
Step into the shadows this Halloween week and create a one-of-a-kind gothic collage on canvas. Using an eerie mix of assorted ephemera, vintage papers, ornate cardstock, and more, you'll layer texture and mystery into a finished piece full of moody, macabre charm — think antique keys, weathered lace patterns, haunting imagery, and rich, dark palettes.
No experience necessary — all supplies and inspiration ideas are provided, so you can simply show up ready to create. Choose your canvas panel (5x7 or 6x6) and leave with a haunting, gallery-worthy piece of art perfect for the season.
Perfect for collage lovers, Halloween enthusiasts, and anyone looking to get delightfully creative this October.
See above for the complete workshop description.
See above for the complete workshop description.