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Introduction to Acrylics (4/2, 4/9, 4/16 & 4/23) —FULL
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Watercolor for Beginners (5/1, 5/8, 5/15, & 5/22)
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Open Studio with Terrilynn (5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22)
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Drawing for Beginners: People & Pets (5/3, 5/10, 5/17, & 5/24)
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Mosaic Stepping Stone (5/4)
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Playing with Color (5/14 & 5/21) —CANCELLED
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Mixed Media Collage: Fanciful Flowers (5/18) —FULL
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Introduction to Botanical Illustration (6/4, 6/11, 6/18 & 6/25) —NEW!
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Open Studio with Camille (6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25) —NEW!
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Gelli Printing on Fabric (6/22) —FULL
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Fluid Art 2.0: Beyond the Basics (6/29 & 8/3) —NEW!
Note: When you successfully register for a workshop, a receipt for your purchase will be emailed to you. If you do not receive a receipt, your registration is NOT confirmed. Please contact us.
Introduction to Acrylics (FULL)
Date: Tuesdays, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16 & 4/23
Time: 1:30-3:30 PM
Workshop Fee: $164 (Members); $180 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Camille Daunno
Skill Level: Beginner
Materials & Tools Needed: List of materials and tools for Introduction to Acrylics. All other materials supplied.
Note: This workshop is full. Please contact us to be added to the waitlist.
Contrary to what most people think, acrylic painting is a lot easier to learn than watercolor—and a lot more forgiving. That’s why it’s the perfect medium for first-time painters! Acrylic paint blends beautifully, dries fast, and, if you make a mistake, you can simply cover it up!
In this playful, four-week course, veteran artist Camille Daunno will start by reviewing acrylic basics: underpainting, paint mixing, brush use, composition, and color. Then, you’ll learn how to add visual and textural effects to your work. You’ll experiment with using cold wax, glazes, acrylic medium, palette knives, scraping tools, stencils, tape, paper, and collage.
Each week, you’ll practice your new techniques by creating increasingly complex paintings. You and your friends will be impressed by how professional your work will look after just a few classes!
No previous drawing or painting experience necessary!
Introduction to SoulCollage®
Date: Saturday, 4/20
Time: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Workshop Fee: $82 (Members), $90 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Cheri Epstein
Skill Level: All
Materials & Tools Needed: Small, sharp scissors. All other materials supplied.
Do you enjoy discovering new aspects of yourself? Are you considering making a life change? Do you simply enjoy the process of collage? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this workshop is for you!
Join SoulCollage® Instructor Cheri Epstein as she teaches you the fundamental principles of Soul Collage® and how to create your own deck of cards. First, you’ll learn about the various suits of the SoulCollage® deck and how to explore your inner world through the cards. Then, you’ll practice the simple process of making cards and reading cards, including the “I am the One” process, which is how cards “speak” to the creator, imparting guidance and connection.
SoulCollage®, which was developed by Seena Frost, M. Div., M.A., in the 1980’s, builds self-awareness and self-love. The process itself is engaging, revelatory, satisfying and fun. And there’s no artistic experience necessary. With SoulCollage®, everyone is an artist and can have fun being creative!
For more information about SoulCollage®, visit the official SoulCollage® website.
Introduction to Block Printing
Date: Saturday, 4/27
Time: 1:30–4:30 PM
Workshop Fee: $84 (Members), $90 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Kelly Reese
Skill Level: All
Materials & Tools Needed: Apron or clothes that can be stained. All other materials supplied.
Block printing is an amazing and versatile medium that’s great for beginners and experienced artists alike. The designs can be used to create pretty much anything, from paper arts, like wall prints, personal journals, and cards, to wearable fashions and home décor. If you can dream it, you can make it with this technique! Join artist and printmaker, Kelly Reese, as she shows you how to get started on this fun and foolproof craft.
Kelly will demonstrate how to design and carve a basic relief block print, as well as how to roll ink and regulate printing pressure. After practicing techniques, you’ll design, carve, and print a set of matching block printed cards. You’ll go home with a useful gift for yourself or a friend and the knowledge and supplies to make more block prints.
No drawing skills required. All you need is a desire to try something new—and have a great time!
Your carved block, tools (lino cutters, brayer, and ink), and extra cards are yours to keep so you can continue practicing your new skills!
Watercolor for Beginners
Date: Wednesdays, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, & 5/22
Time: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Workshop Fee: $144 (Members); $160 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Terrilynn Dubreuil
Skill Level: Beginner
Materials & Tools Needed: List of materials and tools for Watercolor Painting
If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at watercolor but thought it might be too hard, think again! Local artist Terrilynn Dubreuil has been helping first-time painters get their feet—or, rather, brushes—wet for over 30 years. Join her as she explores the many creative possibilities the medium presents.
In this comprehensive, four-week course, you’ll start by learning how to select appropriate watercolor materials. Then, you’ll use simple photos to learn basic watercolor concepts, including paintbrush usage, basic color theory, color mixing, color application, composition, and other watercolor approaches and techniques. Finally, Terrilynn will help you to find your unique painting style! The class will include informal critiques for greater learning and understanding.
No previous drawing or painting experience necessary!
Open Studio with Terrilynn
Dates: Wednesdays, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22
Time: 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
Workshop Fee (Per Session): $18 (Members), $20 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Terrilynn Dubreuil
Skill Level: All
Materials & Tools Needed: BYO
Take your art to the next level! Whether you’ve just started drawing, painting, etc., or have been doing it for years, you’re sure to improve your skills, or at least benefit from focused practice, by attending our Open Studio sessions!
You bring your projects and supplies, and one of our talented instructors (in this case, Terrilynn Dubreuil) will provide the support and expertise you need to improve your technique, help you solve problems, etc.
Terrilynn has extensive experience with:
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Principals of Design (Color, Composition, etc.)
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Drawing
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Acrylics
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Watercolor
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Soft Pastels
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Photography
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Digital Editing
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Sculpture
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Framing
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Students must register and pay for each session separately.
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This offering is NOT a workshop. While Terrilynn may provide limited, personalized instruction, there is no formal agenda or expected outcome—other than advancing your artistic skills. Each participant’s experience will be unique and suited to her needs.
Drawing for Beginners: People & Pets
Date: Fridays, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17 & 5/24
Time: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Workshop Fee: $144 (Members); $160 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Terrilynn Dubreuil
Skill Level: Beginner and Intermediate
Materials & Tools Needed: List of Materials and Tools for Drawing for Beginners
Contrary to what most people think, anyone can learn how to draw. It just takes practice seeing and capturing simple shapes in complex objects. Veteran instructor Terrilynn Dubreuil has put together a fun, four-week class where you’ll learn the basics by drawing your friends, family, and fur babies.
Terrilynn will begin with a quick overview of how to draw simple 2D and 3D shapes using stock photos and “life objects." Then, you’ll use your own photos to practice noticing and capturing these shapes, along with object proportions, relationships between objects, tones and values, light and shading, simple perspective, and other aspects depending on the progress of the class.
Whether this is your first drawing class, or you already have some basic drawing skills, you’ll benefit from reviewing drawing fundamentals and have fun creating images of your own family!
You’ll leave the class newly inspired and with the knowledge, techniques, and confidence to draw anything!
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Mosaic Stepping Stone
Date: Saturday, 5/4
Time: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Workshop Fee: $112 (Members), $120 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Linda Pannullo
Skill Level: All
Materials & Tools Needed: An apron or clothes that can be stained, a face mask, and closed-toed shoes. All other materials supplied.
Jeuje up your garden this spring by adding a beautiful, 11” mosaic stepping stone! Mosaic artist Linda Pannullo will teach you the basics for creating a one-of-a-kind piece.
First, Linda will explain two different ways to make your stone, direct and indirect, and you’ll choose the one that you like best. Then, you’ll select from a buffet of materials to create a design on a paper substrate. Finally, Linda will show you how to transfer your pattern to concrete and solidify your vision. Linda will also provide tips for working with concrete and cure times.
In addition to your new lawn sculpture, you’ll take home a reusable form, an instruction sheet, and the confidence to make more stepping stones on your own!
Playing with Color (CANCELLED)
Date: Tuesdays, 5/14 & 5/21
Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM (includes 1 hour break for lunch)
Workshop Fee: $159 (Members), $159 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Kim Smith
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Materials & Tools Needed: Small, sharp scissors; a fine and an extra fine point black Sharpie marker, and an apron or clothes that can be stained. All other materials supplied.
Color theory. All artists and crafters know it’s important, but it sounds soooo boring! At Purple Crayon, we don’t think it has to be—and we’re determined to change your mind, too!
With instructor Kim Smith’s training as an art teacher, professional artist, and occasional stand-up comedian (not really, but she does know how to have a good time!), you’ll actually have FUN learning the basics of color theory—and you’ll notice a big improvement in your art, no matter your medium.
By the end of this informative, two-day course, you’ll be able to answer four simple, yet complex, questions: What is color? How do I mix it? Which colors go together? And how do I use color to impact my work? You’ll also gain the confidence you need to select and use color combinations that look balanced and appealing and create the viewer experience you want.
You’ll walk away with a beautiful, resource-filled art journal that you can use as a reference for years to come. It will contain your handmade tools, such as a color and value scale, and small abstract and multi-media art pieces that you’ll develop while learning and practicing different color schemes. Your journal is sure to become one of your most cherished tools for guiding your creative play, creating pleasing art and home decor, and finding the perfect shade for any and everything!
Fanciful Flowers (FULL)
Date: Saturday, 5/18
Time: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Workshop Fee: $77 (Members), $85 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Kim Smith
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Materials & Tools Needed: Small, sharp scissors and an apron or clothes that can be stained. All other materials supplied.
Note: This workshop is full. Please contact us to be added to the waitlist.
April showers bring May flowers—and these may be the prettiest ones yet! Join veteran artist and instructor Kim Smith as she teaches you how to create a beautiful bouquet of blooms using simple paper-tearing techniques.
In addition to honing your paper-tearing skills, you’ll learn how to use:
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Various collage and mixed media techniques to bring your flowers to life
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Composition basics to create a pleasing design
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Layering to add details and depth to your art
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Painting techniques to enhance your work
You’ll walk away with a completed, detailed mixed media painting which is sure to impress. Your friends will marvel at the complexity of your work, and only you will know how easy it was to make using Kim’s simplified collaging process.
This workshop will introduce beginners to basic mixed media collaging concepts and provide intermediate creators some new techniques and best practices. Students of all levels have found success working with Kim—and they’ve had a ton of fun doing it!
No previous drawing, painting, or collaging experience necessary!
Note: Fine motor skills required for “fussy cutting.”
Introduction to Botanical Illustration
Date: Tuesdays, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18 & 6/25
Time: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Workshop Fee: $154 (Members), $170 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Camille Daunno
Skill Level: Beginner
Materials & Tools Needed: Kneaded eraser, HB pencil, and 4H pencil. All other materials supplied.
June marks the official start of summer in Asheville. As hardy spring blossoms give way to sun-loving blooms, learn how to capture the beauty of flora in this four-week introduction to botanical illustration.
While the term may sound intimidating, “botanical illustration” simply means drawing with botanical accuracy—and anyone can do it if she can draw basic shapes (circles, squares, and triangles) and lines.
Join veteran artist and instructor Camille Daunno as she teaches you how to see and render shapes, texture, contour, and value in flowers, leaves, and other botanical objects. You’ll leave the course with one or more completed pencil botanical illustrations and the foundation for creating more complex, colored drawings.
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Previous drawing experience helpful but not required.
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Fine motor skills required for detail work.
Open Studio with Camille
Dates: Tuesdays, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25
Time: 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
Workshop Fee: $18 (Members), $20 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Camille Daunno
Skill Level: All
Materials & Tools Needed: BYO
Take your art to the next level! Whether you’ve just started drawing, painting, etc., or have been doing it for years, you’re sure to improve your skills, or at least benefit from focused practice, by attending our Open Studio sessions!
You bring your projects and supplies, and one of our talented instructors (in this case, Camille Daunno) will provide the support and expertise you need to improve your technique, help you solve problems, etc.
Camille has extensive experience with:
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Principals of Design (Color, Composition, etc.)
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Drawing
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Acrylics
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Watercolor
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Botanical Illustration and Painting
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Gouache
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Various Fiber Arts, including Felting, Shibori, Knitting, and Crocheting
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Students must register and pay for each session separately.
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This offering is NOT a workshop. While Camille may provide limited, personalized instruction, there is no formal agenda or expected outcome—other than advancing your artistic skills. Each participant’s experience will be unique and suited to her needs.
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Gelli Printing on Fabric (FULL)
Date: Saturday, 6/22
Time: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Workshop Fee: $92 (Members); $100 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Kristen Grady
Skill Level: Confident Beginner to Intermediate*
Materials & Tools Needed: Gelli plate(s) (8”x10” and any other sizes you may have), brayer, and an apron or clothes that can be stained. All other materials supplied; however, students are encouraged to bring a few of their favorite paints, interesting fabric scraps, and a favorite stencil(s) and/or foam stamp(s).
Note: This workshop is full. Please contact us to be added to the waitlist.
If you’re familiar with gelli printing, you know how easy and exciting creating vibrant, one-of-a-kind paper monoprints can be. Double your creative potential—and your fun!—by learning how to print on fabric as well! In this play-full, hands-on workshop, gelli printing expert Kristen Grady will teach you everything you need to get started.
In addition to reviewing basic gelli printing techniques, Kristen will teach you how to:
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Stencil on fabric
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Adjust paint amounts and techniques to various weight fabrics
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Seal paint after it’s on fabric
She’ll also discuss how to embellish gelli-printed fabric after its dry to create additional layers, as well as how to incorporate gelli-printed fabric into other projects.
You’ll leave the workshop with lots of gelli-printed fabric samples, ideas on how to use them, and a beautiful, one-of-a-kind, gelli-printed bag!
Since much of the class will be spent practicing your new techniques, there will plenty of time for individual instruction.
Come join us for this exciting afternoon of play!
*Although “confident beginners” are welcome to attend the workshop, limited time will be spent reviewing the basics of gelli printing.
Fluid Art 2.0: Beyond the Basics
Date/Time: Sat, 6/29, 1:30–4:30 PM & Sat, 8/3, 1:30–3:30 PM
Workshop Fee: $105 (Members), $115 (Non-Members)
Instructor: Aubrey Coffee
Skill Level: Confident Beginner to Intermediate
Materials & Tools Needed: An apron or clothes that can be stained. All other materials supplied.
Are you intrigued by the mesmerizing beauty of fluid art—and the simplicity of creating it? Have you done (or at least watched) some basic pours and are eager to explore some more advanced techniques? If so, this workshop is for you!
On Day 1 of this exciting class, local artist Aubrey Coffee will begin by briefly reviewing and demoing how to mix acrylic paint with pour medium to achieve a proper pouring consistency. Next, she’ll demo two intermediate pour techniques, a tree ring/swirl pour and a swipe pour, and show students how to use a torch to maximize “cell” production. After each demo, students will create their own 8”x10” painting following the instruction. The dried paint that pools beneath each painting—the “skins”—will be preserved for use in Day 2 of the workshop.
On Day 2 of the class, after students’ paintings and skins have thoroughly dried (which takes several weeks), Aubrey will show students how to use their skins to embellish one of their paintings and turn it into an even more beautiful and unique piece. Aubrey will end the workshop by demoing how to varnish a finished fluid art painting.
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If a student is unable to make it to the second day of the class, she will still have two completed paintings by the end of Day 1. The paintings will require at least 48 hours to dry before moving, so she will still need to return to the studio to pick them up.
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Although confident beginners are welcome to attend the workshop, limited time will be spent reviewing fluid art basics.
