10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST
Location: Art Place Studios, 2015 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville, NC
Date: 12/12/2025
Time: 10 am - 2 pm
Member: $90 Non-Member: $110
Ready to turn your creativity into collectible magic? In this lively 4-hour workshop, you’ll dive into the colorful world of Artist Trading Cards (ATCs)—tiny works of art that pack a punch at just 2.5 x 3.5 inches! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just love to doodle, this class is your passport to a global community of creators. All levels welcome and everything you need will be there waiting for you.
What You’ll Learn:
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The history and culture of ATCs: where they came from and why they’re so beloved
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Design techniques for creating eye-catching mini artworks using mixed media, collage, drawing, painting, and more
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How to package, label, and prep your cards for trading—locally and internationally
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Tips for connecting with ATC communities around the world
What’s Included:
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All materials provided: cardstock, paints, pens, stamps, stickers, and more
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A starter pack of ATCs to create and customize
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A mini portfolio to take home your creations
Bonus Fun: At the end of class, we’ll host a live trading session so you can swap cards with fellow participants—and leave with a pocketful of inspiration. You’ll also be prepped and ready to join international swaps and start building your own global art collection!
Come curious, leave connected. Let’s trade some joy!
