Beat the Heat at the Museum!
Pet Portraits Workshop
Saturday, August 10, 1-3 PM
Learn alongside the multi-talented Sunny Hemphill in this beginner-friendly class. Students will use an easy paint scraping technique and paint markers to create a colorful portrait of your pet. This will be a fun and relaxing project for beginners and more experienced artists alike!
Japanese Calligraphy Workshop
Saturday, August 17, 1-3 PM
Learn the art of Shodo 書道, or Japanese calligraphy, with Wenatchee Valley College professor Junko Bailey. Bailey has been working with sumi ink since the age of 6, eventually obtaining her second-degree master’s certification in Japanese calligraphy. Through this workshop, students will explore fundamental brush techniques and gain appreciation for the aesthetic and traditions of Shodo.
Cardmaking and Papercraft Art Workshop
Saturday, August 24, 1-3 PM
Play with paper alongside Cashmere-based artist Rhia Foster! Explore the textures and images you can create layering paper and color. Learn to transfer images onto plexiglass for original 3D cards and ornaments. Create original cards to keep and gift – no drawing or writing experience needed. This class is hands-on and a great way to relieve stress and create unique works of art without pressure.
Painting with Stencils Workshop
Saturday, August 31, 1-3 PM
Learn to paint with stencils with Wenatchee-based artist Lindsay Breidenthal. This beginner-friendly technique can add depth and complexity to paintings. Students will leave class with small, practical art pieces to take home or gift, including bookmarks and postcards featuring their original art.