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Collage Playshop
9/21/2025
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Time: 1:30 pm- 4:00 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Members: Free Non-Members: $5
Did you know that 40 minutes of creating art lowers the level of cortisol (the stress hormone) in the body? Art really does heal, and it's fun, too. Join us on the third Sunday of the month to take a short creative break at our Collage Playshop. No experience is necessary.
Creating art is just playing with materials. Most of us might already have our supplies ready and organized, but just don't have or take the time to play and create! This free Sunday session offers the time, space, and supplies to encourage playing and creating to anyone who is interested.
Kate will provide an embarrassment of collage supplies (including magazines, catalogs, glue sticks, foundation, etc.) to get folks started. Attendees can bring something they're already working on, their own images, magazines, etc. (be sure to bring your own scissors!) Prompts will be offered, but it's completely up to you what you want to collage! This is a casual gathering to bring the community together to create art and everyone is welcome to join! Bring a friend!
This event is free but requires registration. There is a $5.00 room use fee that will be collected and given to the Art League.
Making Art Supplies with Nature – Walnut Ink & Eco Prints on paper!
9/23/2025
Instructor: Tammy Miller
Date: 9/23/2025
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Member: $100 Non-Member: $115
It's getting close to fall, and leaves will begin falling, as well as walnuts! Discover the magic of creating your own art materials and beautiful art directly from the natural world! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore how to turn humble walnuts into a rich, earthy ink that artists have used for centuries. You’ll also learn how to create beautiful botanical prints using leaves and plants, capturing delicate patterns and textures straight from nature.
You will learn the step-by-step process of making walnut ink that can be used to dye fabric, paint, or draw with, or even to stain wood.
Experiment with different ways to use the ink.
You will learn which leaves to
gather to create stunning botanical prints on paper and fabric.
Participants will take home their own bottle of handmade walnut ink and a collection of one-of-a-kind prints.
This workshop is perfect for artists, nature lovers, and anyone curious about sustainable, eco-friendly creativity. No prior experience needed—just bring your sense of wonder and willingness to get your hands a little inky!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Acrylics Without Boundaries
9/25/2025
Oil Painting for Beginners
9/26/2025
Instructor: Wendy Loren
Date: 9/26/2025
Time: 12 pm - 4 pm
Members: $85 Non-Members: $100
By the end of the workshop, you'll walk away with your own beautiful oil painting and the skills to continue your artistic journey. No prior experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to explore the world of oil paints!
This class is for those who have always wanted to paint with oil paints but didn’t know where to begin. It’s also for anyone who may already be painting with oils or other mediums but would like to improve their skills. In this class, you will learn essential techniques and methods needed to create a successful still life oil painting. I will share my painting process from start to finish and provide tips, tricks, tools, techniques, and other valuable resources. Students will have an opportunity to create a still life painting of their own using a provided photo reference. Demonstrations, guided support, and visual steps will be included. Begin your journey today in discovering the wonderful world of oil painting.
All supplies included for this class! Students are welcome to bring any materials that you may have already acquired.
Please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty or an apron if needed.
Artist Bio:
Wendy believes that there is beauty all around us, and if we choose to see with both our heart and eyes, we can see more clearly. As an artist, she seeks to capture the light and beauty that she encounters daily. Like many Master artists, her desire is not just to represent exactly what is in front of her but instead to convey her own inspired interpretation of the subject. She achieves this by painting alla prima, or direct method, and uses expressive brushwork to create a painterly effect. She has dabbled in all mediums throughout the years, but prefers to work with oils.
At the age of 18, her father worked for the big yellow box ”Kodak” in upstate New York, where she grew up. He bought her a camera when she was a senior in high school. Wendy was enrolled in the graphic communications program, where she learned to develop film in a darkroom and grew to love photography and art.
Wendy has taught for over 15 years in a public school setting. It wasn’t until she retired from teaching that she had the opportunity to devote more time to painting. Wendy currently has an art studio in Hendersonville, where she resides with her family. She has taken many classes and workshops from well-known artists and has a great appreciation for art. She hopes to continue to teach, inspire, and mentor others on their artistic journey.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Art Journaling for Joy
9/27/2025
Instructor: Miranda Wildman
Date: 9/27/2025
Members: $95 Non-Members: $105
In this exciting, yet relaxing workshop, you will playfully ground and thoughtfully develop your very own art journal. Miranda will gently guide you through the process of making expressive marks and creating beautiful abstract compositions using simple, yet impactful, art materials. We will delve into a discussion about the types of materials that are fabulously suited for travel and everyday outings, while also exploring the profound benefits of recording the feelings and experiences we encounter in various places through the lens of art-making. Each guest will leave with their own unique art journal, fully equipped to continue creatively documenting and capturing the essence of all of their adventures.
Step-by-step instructions and all of the materials you need to create will be provided. All experience levels welcome. A beginner's mind is a plus!
Miranda believes that art is for everyone. Making art together in a space without judgment challenges pre-conceived notions and inspires dialogue, cultivating understanding and compassion.
Artist Bio:
Who is Miranda? I grew up in a cozy Vermont town, basking in nature's changing beauty. Creating art with my mom and friends sparked my imagination and led me to the Maine College of Art, where I continued to appreciate New England’s lush landscapes. My journey then took me to Western North Carolina, a vibrant place that fuels my creativity, drawing inspiration from its biodiversity and community connections. Through my artistic endeavors, I have come to understand that our ties with one another and with nature are essential. In a world where capitalism often encourages us to see ourselves as isolated individuals, I believe in breaking down those barriers. Art-making and appreciation belong to everyone, transcending titles and credentials. Engaging with art is a way for us to reconnect—not only with each other but with the earth itself.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Life Drawing
9/28/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Location: Studio 116
Members: $10 Non-Members: $12
Life Drawing Sessions
Life drawing is the activity of drawing the human body from a live model. The models are typically nude, but there may be sessions in which we have models in clothing. Life drawing is a great way to build your drawing skills. These sessions are not a class but facilitated sessions. The sessions are structured, and we have short as well as longer poses. The $10.00 fee is to provide payment to the model. The sessions will be held two times per month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. The space in the classroom can be tight, so we are requesting that you sign up for the sessions to ensure that everyone has enough space. Easels, tables, and chairs are provided.
Location: Studio 116
116 W. Blue Ridge Rd.
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
"City of Four Seasons" Library Exhibit September 2025 - January 2026
9/29/2025 - 1/5/2026
ARTIST REGISTRATION
The Art League of Henderson County announces: “City of Four Seasons”
In this all-seasons themed exhibit, stir up your creativity, from your memories in all seasons throughout the year, take your inspirations in great abundance everywhere you turn in Hendersonville and Henderson County. Your paintings, mixed media, fine art photography or 3D crafts, incorporated to immerse the viewers that transport them to the pieces of place, time, event, holiday, tradition, landscapes across the county, filled with their own memories. We hope your artwork sparks a fresh appreciation for Hendersonville and Henderson County; This is our home.
Exhibit Dates: Monday September 29, 2025 – Monday January 5, 2026
Location: Henderson County Library, 301 N. Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC 28739
Library Exhibits are open to the public and free
Entry Fee: None
DROP-OFF:
Monday, September 29, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Henderson County Library, 301 N. Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC 28739
PICK-UP:
Monday, January 5, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Henderson County Library, 301 N. Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC 28739
Artworks may NOT be removed early. On an individual basis, delayed pick-up may be arranged by contacting the Exhibit Committee Chair.
SPECIFICATIONS:
ENTRY PROCESS:
Sponsored by The Art League of Henderson County
Library Exhibit Committee Chair: Lisa Beam library@artleaguehvl.org
Location: Henderson County Library
301 N. Washington St
Hendersonville, NC 28739
Registration ends on 9/22/2025
There are currently 10 spots remaining out of 38
Scrapbooking Club
10/2/2025
Time: 5 pm - 7 pm
Location: Art Place Studios
Members: $10 Non-Members: $10
Join us for a creative evening of memory-making at our Scrapbooking Club! Whether you're a seasoned scrapbooker or just getting started, this is the perfect space to connect, craft, and capture your favorite moments. This is not a class, it's a club. The fee is a donation for supplies and tools, allowing us to continue growing and collecting fun materials.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
The Royal Art Club K5-2nd
10/2/2025
Instructor: Morgan Royalty
Date: 10/2/2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Member: $20 per class Non-Member: $25 per class
Join us every other Thursday for an awesome Art Club class with Mrs. Royalty! Each week, our students will broaden their artistic horizons by utilizing various mediums, materials, and processes! Students will be exploring, experimenting, and discovering the best parts about being an artist themselves!
October 2: We will start off Art Club by making your very own art journal! We will use this art journal at the beginning of each class to warm up our creativity and get us started for the day. This project allows the students to create a space where their self-expression can soar with little guidance. It also allows the students to transition from their day and really engage in their art time.
October 16: We will be playing an art game that I created called “Will It Paintbrush?”! I don’t want to give too much away...but get ready to experiment with new potential paintbrushes! This project will allow students to engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and a little bit of the scientific process. Students will experiment with different materials, decide what it means to create a piece, and discover new untraditional ways of creating their own future art!
October 30: Inspired by the artist Yayoi Kusama, we will be creating two pumpkins using two different artistic methods! Yayoi Kusama is the queen of dots, so there will be dots everywhere on this day! For the first project, students will practice form and their fine motor skills to create their own air-dry clay pumpkins. Then, students will be practicing shape, color, and space to create crazy cool circle-licious pumpkins for the second project.
Can’t join us for every class? That is okay! We would love to see you for every class, but you can sign up for a preferred class or all three classes. Each class is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. There are only 10 spots per class, so register now to claim your spot!
We can all learn, create, and grow together in the Royal Art Club! I can’t wait to see y’all there!
Artist Bio:
Morgan Royalty is a lifelong learner of the art world. As an art educator, she has the privilege of exploring as many art techniques as she can get her hands on. She received her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University and her Master of Art in Art Education at Boston University. A believer in process art, critical thinking, and inquiry-based art activities, she teaches that the process of art is deeper than the art itself. For the past five years, she has worked with homeschoolers in the Savannah, Georgia area to provide a way for students to learn while expressing themselves creatively. Morgan currently resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she has dreamed of living since she was a little girl. In 2025, she joined the WNC chapter of Preserving a Picturesque America and the Art League of Henderson County to take part in something bigger than herself. By highlighting the glorious nature around her, she is preserving history, supporting her local area and young artists, and enjoying new facets of the art world. She is always looking forward to her next art adventure!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
October Member Show at Art Place Gallery
10/3/2025
We are excited to show your work in October!
Space will be limited to register early! We will need to cut off entries as soon as we hit our capacity based on sizes of work.
We will have a special exhibit of Sue Fazio's work as a feature artist. This is a format we are beta testing for October and December in our gallery. The board will evaluate how these go and will decide how a program may look in 2026. Stay tuned.
Application details:
Art League Member Registration Fee: $20 (This month we are limiting registration to 1 entry per member due to space restrictions)
Commission: 30% to the Art League
3D Artists (including jewelry) - you may bring in 5 pieces of work for your registration fee.
2D artists working small- You may submit multiples up to $300 retail value in artwork for your registration fee.
*Please note due to our hanging system very small pieces may be displayed on a table or shelf.
PLEASE MAKE NOTE OF THESE DATES:
Registration Deadline: Friday September 26, MIDNIGHT
Art Drop Off: Tuesday September 30, Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Opening Event: Friday October 3, 5 - 7 pm
Pick up of unsold work- Tuesday November 4, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Size limitation- 60 inches in any direction
Display requirements: If your work requires a special display component, please provide it.
See below for additional requirements.
Important Please Read - New exhibit rules (not guidelines, but rules that will be enforced):
All wire must be plastic coated. Our new hanging system requires coated wire in order for artwork to hang securely.
All wire must be tight enough and installed low enough so that when you hold the wire as if hanging work it does not show above the frame.
No sawtooth hangers.
No eye hooks - D-rings only
Hanging rods or dowels require loops that can be suspended from a hook. (no nailing in to walls can be done in the new gallery)
Every piece of artwork must be securely labeled on the back or attached with artist name, title, price, medium, size
All artwork on 7/8 inch thick canvases (the really thin ones) must be framed,edges painted, and framed.
No plastic, damaged, loose, or poorly repainted frames.
All deep gallery wrapped (1-1/2 inch plus) artwork must have edges painted.
No wet or tacky paintings will be accepted.
All paintings must be signed by artist in appropriate location.
The Art League reserves the right to remove any work from the exhibit that does not meet these rules or that is deemed inappropriate.
Location: Art Place Gallery
730 Locust Street
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 9/26/2025
Acrylics Without Boundaries
10/9/2025
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Found Object Owl Assemblages
10/9/2025 - 10/9/2025
The Royal Art Club 3rd-5th
10/9/2025
Instructor: Morgan Royalty
Date: 10/9/2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Member: $20 per class Non-Member: $25 per class
Join us every other Thursday for an awesome Art Club class with Mrs. Royalty! Each week our students will broaden their artistic horizons by utilizing various mediums, materials, and processes! Students will be exploring, experimenting, and discovering the best parts about being an artist themselves!
October 9: We will start off Art Club by making your very own art journal! We will use this art journal at the beginning of each class to warm up our creativity and get us started for the day! This project allows the students to create a space where their self-expression can soar with no guidance. It also allows the students to transition from their day and really engage in their art time.
October 23: We will be playing an art game that I created called “Will It Paintbrush?”! I don’t want to give too much away, but get ready to experiment with new potential paintbrushes! This project will allow students to engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and a little bit of the scientific process. Students will experiment with different materials, decide what it means to create a piece, and discover new untraditional ways of creating their own future art!
Can’t join us for every class? That is okay! We would love to see you for every class, but you can sign up for a preferred class or all three classes. Each class is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. There are only 10 spots per class, so register now to claim your spot!
We can all learn, create, and grow together in the Royal Art Club! I can’t wait to see y’all there!
Artist Bio:
Morgan Royalty is a lifelong learner of the art world. As an art educator, she has the privilege of exploring as many art techniques as she can get her hands on. She received her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University and her Master of Art in Art Education at Boston University. A believer in process art, critical thinking, and inquiry-based art activities, she teaches that the process of art is deeper than the art itself. For the past five years, she has worked with homeschoolers in the Savannah, Georgia area to provide a way for students to learn while expressing themselves creatively. Morgan currently resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she has dreamed of living since she was a little girl. In 2025, she joined the WNC chapter of Preserving a Picturesque America and the Art League of Henderson County to take part in something bigger than herself. By highlighting the glorious nature around her, she is preserving history, supporting her local area and young artists, and enjoying new facets of the art world. She is always looking forward to her next art adventure!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Autumn in the Blue Ridge: An Oil Painting Workshop
10/10/2025
Instructor: Patricia Sweet
Date: 10/10/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $70
Capture the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains in autumn with this guided oil painting workshop. Together, we’ll create an 8x10 canvas inspired by the vibrant fall colors and sweeping vistas of our region. Along the way, you’ll learn essential techniques for composition and design, explore practical color mixing strategies, and discover how to simplify forms, soften edges, and create atmospheric depth in your painting.
Whether you’re new to oil painting or looking to refine your skills, this class offers step-by-step instruction in a supportive, creative environment. You’ll leave with a finished piece and fresh inspiration for your artistic journey.
Supply list:
Artist Bio:
I am a 4th-generation Frank Vincent DuMond student, thanks to a group of 3rd-generation painters who took me under their wing in New Hampshire. Utilizing that palette and some of my personal “tweaks” to create depth, distant landscapes, and a subtle yet defining light effect are my strong points and passion. Now back in North Carolina, I am exercising my experience and eye en plein air and in the studio to capture the beauty of the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Clouds and Q-tips: An Oil Painting Workshop
10/10/2025
Instructor: Patricia Sweet
Date: 10/10/2025
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $70
Discover the art of painting dramatic, luminous skies in this hands-on oil painting class. You’ll learn how to create soft, realistic clouds using an unexpected tool, Q-tips, along with mineral spirits to lift and blend color. Emphasis will be on the power of subtraction: sometimes it’s what you take away that gives the painting its depth and atmosphere.
We’ll also explore color mixing techniques and compositional strategies to help your skies feel both balanced and dynamic. By the end of class, you’ll have the skills and confidence to bring stunning cloud capes into your own work.
Supply list:
Artist Bio:
I am a 4th-generation Frank Vincent DuMond student, thanks to a group of 3rd-generation painters who took me under their wing in New Hampshire. Utilizing that palette and some of my personal “tweaks” to create depth, distant landscapes, and a subtle yet defining light effect are my strong points and passion. Now back in North Carolina, I am exercising my experience and eye en plein air and in the studio to capture the beauty of the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Mixed Media Mementos
10/11/2025
Instructor: Miranda Wildman
Date: 10/11/2025
Members: $95 Non-Members: $105
Learn how to create stunning mixed-media mementos on wood or canvas, perfect for sharing as thoughtful gifts or cherishing as lasting memories. Miranda will gently guide you in the use of a variety of materials, including vibrant acrylic paint, playful water-soluble crayons, assorted hand-painted paper, vintage flora and fauna ephemera, and a delightful array of surprise mixed media elements, all resulting in beautiful and expressive art pieces. Throughout our creative time together we will focus on the joy of play and the excitement of experimentation with colors, textures, and layers, encouraging creativity to flow freely.
Miranda will provide all the materials you need to create!
We warmly welcome participants of all levels of experience, from beginners to seasoned artists. Miranda will provide step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions
Miranda believes art is for everyone! Making art together in a space without judgment challenges pre-conceived notions and inspires dialogue, cultivating understanding and compassion.
Artist Bio:
Who is Miranda? I grew up in a cozy Vermont town, basking in nature's changing beauty. Creating art with my mom and friends sparked my imagination and led me to the Maine College of Art, where I continued to appreciate New England’s lush landscapes. My journey then took me to Western North Carolina, a vibrant place that fuels my creativity, drawing inspiration from its biodiversity and community connections. Through my artistic endeavors, I have come to understand that our ties with one another and with nature are essential. In a world where capitalism often encourages us to see ourselves as isolated individuals, I believe in breaking down those barriers. Art-making and appreciation belong to everyone, transcending titles and credentials. Engaging with art is a way for us to reconnect—not only with each other but with the earth itself.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Fold and Flow: Making a Concertina Journal
10/12/2025
Instructor: Jennifer Conlon
Date: 10/12/2025
Time: 2 pm - 5 pm
Member: $50 Non-Member: $55
This will be a creative and joyful class where everyone gets to make their own accordion-style concertina journal from the beginning. Will explore color, style, and creativity so that your journal will be a depiction of you. We will be using thick, padded poster board, watercolor, paper, and various materials for our covers.
All supplies will be provided
Artist Bio:
I’m a curious collage artist with a passion for acrylic and watercolor painting. I enjoy blending works with different styles, textures, colors, dynamic forms, and abstract expression. I love experimenting with collage papers to create rich, visual stories that explore balance, movement, and emotion. My love for concertina journals came from needing a journal that dries a bit more easily. And the accordion-style journals are wonderful for this!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Life Drawing
10/12/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Location: Studio 116
Members: $10 Non-Members: $12
Life Drawing Sessions
Life drawing is the activity of drawing the human body from a live model. The models are typically nude, but there may be sessions in which we have models in clothing. Life drawing is a great way to build your drawing skills. These sessions are not a class but facilitated sessions. The sessions are structured, and we have short as well as longer poses. The $10.00 fee is to provide payment to the model. The sessions will be held two times per month from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The space in the classroom can be tight, so we are requesting that you sign up for the sessions to ensure that everyone has enough space. Easels, tables, and chairs are provided.
Location: Studio 116
116 W. Blue Ridge Rd
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
Creativity Kickstart
10/13/2025 - 10/13/2025
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Cross Stitch Class - Halloween
10/14/2025
Instructor: Hanna Thompson
Date: 10/14/2025
Time: 12 pm - 2 pm
Member: $30 Non-Member: $35
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Sketching with Watercolor
10/15/2025
Instructor: Jean Dubreuil
Date: 10/15/2025
Time: 10 am - 11:30 am
Member: $80 Non-Member: $88
Turn your travels into lasting memories by learning how to sketch with watercolors as an alternative to snapping photos. This hands-on class will guide you through the essentials of travel sketching—helping you capture scenes quickly, creatively, and with your own personal touch.
You’ll explore:
Artist Bio:
Jean-Pierre Dubreuil was born in France in 1952. His artistic talent developed as early as lower school, where his caricatures earned him many detentions. After perfectly boring business and law studies, he joined the corporate world that led him to live in multiple places in Europe, the Middle and Far-East and eventually the USA, first in Boston 35 years and now in Asheville. Most of his trips have been documented in pencil or watercolor sketches for the last 50 years.
In Boston, he was an active member of the Cambridge Art Association and United South End Artists, where he also taught watercolors. He is now is a member of the Asheville Gallery of Arts.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
The Royal Art Club K5-2nd
10/16/2025
Instructor: Morgan Royalty
Date: 10/16/2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Member: $20 per class Non-Member: $25 per class
Join us every other Thursday for an awesome Art Club class with Mrs. Royalty! Each week, our students will broaden their artistic horizons by utilizing various mediums, materials, and processes! Students will be exploring, experimenting, and discovering the best parts about being an artist themselves!
October 2: We will start off Art Club by making your very own art journal! We will use this art journal at the beginning of each class to warm up our creativity and get us started for the day. This project allows the students to create a space where their self-expression can soar with little guidance. It also allows the students to transition from their day and really engage in their art time.
October 16: We will be playing an art game that I created called “Will It Paintbrush?”! I don’t want to give too much away...but get ready to experiment with new potential paintbrushes! This project will allow students to engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and a little bit of the scientific process. Students will experiment with different materials, decide what it means to create a piece, and discover new untraditional ways of creating their own future art!
October 30: Inspired by the artist Yayoi Kusama, we will be creating two pumpkins using two different artistic methods! Yayoi Kusama is the queen of dots, so there will be dots everywhere on this day! For the first project, students will practice form and their fine motor skills to create their own air-dry clay pumpkins. Then, students will be practicing shape, color, and space to create crazy cool circle-licious pumpkins for the second project.
Can’t join us for every class? That is okay! We would love to see you for every class, but you can sign up for a preferred class or all three classes. Each class is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. There are only 10 spots per class, so register now to claim your spot!
We can all learn, create, and grow together in the Royal Art Club! I can’t wait to see y’all there!
Artist Bio:
Morgan Royalty is a lifelong learner of the art world. As an art educator, she has the privilege of exploring as many art techniques as she can get her hands on. She received her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University and her Master of Art in Art Education at Boston University. A believer in process art, critical thinking, and inquiry-based art activities, she teaches that the process of art is deeper than the art itself. For the past five years, she has worked with homeschoolers in the Savannah, Georgia area to provide a way for students to learn while expressing themselves creatively. Morgan currently resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she has dreamed of living since she was a little girl. In 2025, she joined the WNC chapter of Preserving a Picturesque America and the Art League of Henderson County to take part in something bigger than herself. By highlighting the glorious nature around her, she is preserving history, supporting her local area and young artists, and enjoying new facets of the art world. She is always looking forward to her next art adventure!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Introduction to Beadwork
10/17/2025
Instructor: Heidi Brickhouse
Date: 10/17/2025
Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
Member: $65 Non-Member: $75
This class is an entry-level workshop where students will learn the brick stitch weave pattern to create a pair of earrings to take home. We will be using glass seed beads and go over all of the basic materials used to craft beaded pieces. All necessary materials will be provided, so all you need to do is come with a willingness to try something new!
As this course is just an introduction, I won’t dive too far into all of the various options and weave patterns. If you decide that this is a medium you enjoy and you want to know more, I have an advanced beginner class available on November 8th. In that course, we will go more in-depth with learning about other materials, common pitfalls, and how to fix them, and even how to create your own designs.
Artist Bio:
Heidi Brickhouse grew up in the mountains of western North Carolina. She found the beauty in her natural surroundings to be a driving force behind her artistic expression. Several years ago, she decided to explore more of our picturesque country by hitting the road full-time in her converted school bus. During her travels, she has been fortunate to experience a wide variety of landscapes and wildlife.
Living tiny drew Heidi to one of the smaller mediums you could choose, seed beads. Although she attended Appalachian State University for her B.S. in Commercial Photography, she is self-taught in the art form of bead weaving. She loves that the medium allows her to explore a vast field of colors and motifs while still creating something wearable and tangible.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Boo-tiful Boxes
10/18/2025
Instructor: Patrice Pfeiffer
Date: 10/18/2025
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $65 Non-Member: $75
Take a break from the everyday and spend a few hours relaxing, creating, and having fun with mixed media art. In this hands-on class, you’ll transform small wooden boxes into playful Halloween-inspired treasures using layered papers, paint, and a variety of simple techniques. No experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and a love for making.
We’ll provide all the supplies, from colorful papers and paints to the little finishing touches that make each box unique. Along the way, you’ll discover how creative play can reduce stress, spark joy, and open the door to your imagination. By the end of class, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind piece of art that you can keep for yourself or gift to someone special.
This workshop is all about relaxing, exploring, and celebrating the fun of handmade art. Come create your own spooky little keepsake!
All supplies will be provided
Artist Bio:
I am a mixed media and collage artist who finds joy in transforming simple materials into meaningful works of art. For me, art is both a motivation and an emotional reset—when my hands are busy creating, my mind is free from worry and stress. My practice is rooted in the belief that things don’t have to be perfect to be enjoyable; the act of making is just as valuable as the finished piece.
Before moving to Etowah, North Carolina, I exhibited my art in several galleries in Florida and taught community art classes in Florida, where I discovered the power of shared creativity. Working alongside others, I saw how making together fosters connection, sparks imagination, and grounds us in the rhythms of everyday life.
Whether through layered collage, painted papers, or mixed media explorations, my work is an invitation to slow down, play, and see possibility in the materials around us. I continue to explore and teach with the hope of inspiring others to use their own creativity as a way to reset, recharge, and connect.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Collage Playshop
10/19/2025
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Time: 1:30 pm- 4:00 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Members: Free Non-Members: $5
Did you know that 40 minutes of creating art lowers the level of cortisol (the stress hormone) in the body? Art really does heal, and it's fun, too. Join us on the third Sunday of the month to take a short creative break at our Collage Playshop. No experience is necessary.
Creating art is just playing with materials. Most of us might already have our supplies ready and organized, but just don't have or take the time to play and create! This free Sunday session offers the time, space, and supplies to encourage playing and creating to anyone who is interested.
Kate will provide an embarrassment of collage supplies (including magazines, catalogs, glue sticks, foundation, etc.) to get folks started. Attendees can bring something they're already working on, their own images, magazines, etc. (be sure to bring your own scissors!) Prompts will be offered, but it's completely up to you what you want to collage! This is a casual gathering to bring the community together to create art and everyone is welcome to join! Bring a friend!
This event is free but requires registration. There is a $5.00 room use fee that will be collected and given to the Art League.
Acrylics Without Boundaries
10/23/2025
The Royal Art Club 3rd-5th
10/23/2025
Instructor: Morgan Royalty
Date: 10/23/2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Member: $20 per class Non-Member: $25 per class
Join us every other Thursday for an awesome Art Club class with Mrs. Royalty! Each week our students will broaden their artistic horizons by utilizing various mediums, materials, and processes! Students will be exploring, experimenting, and discovering the best parts about being an artist themselves!
October 9: We will start off Art Club by making your very own art journal! We will use this art journal at the beginning of each class to warm up our creativity and get us started for the day! This project allows the students to create a space where their self-expression can soar with no guidance. It also allows the students to transition from their day and really engage in their art time.
October 23: We will be playing an art game that I created called “Will It Paintbrush?”! I don’t want to give too much away, but get ready to experiment with new potential paintbrushes! This project will allow students to engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and a little bit of the scientific process. Students will experiment with different materials, decide what it means to create a piece, and discover new untraditional ways of creating their own future art!
Can’t join us for every class? That is okay! We would love to see you for every class, but you can sign up for a preferred class or all three classes. Each class is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. There are only 10 spots per class, so register now to claim your spot!
We can all learn, create, and grow together in the Royal Art Club! I can’t wait to see y’all there!
Artist Bio:
Morgan Royalty is a lifelong learner of the art world. As an art educator, she has the privilege of exploring as many art techniques as she can get her hands on. She received her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University and her Master of Art in Art Education at Boston University. A believer in process art, critical thinking, and inquiry-based art activities, she teaches that the process of art is deeper than the art itself. For the past five years, she has worked with homeschoolers in the Savannah, Georgia area to provide a way for students to learn while expressing themselves creatively. Morgan currently resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she has dreamed of living since she was a little girl. In 2025, she joined the WNC chapter of Preserving a Picturesque America and the Art League of Henderson County to take part in something bigger than herself. By highlighting the glorious nature around her, she is preserving history, supporting her local area and young artists, and enjoying new facets of the art world. She is always looking forward to her next art adventure!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Layers of Color & Texture: A Gelli Plate Adventure
10/24/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 10/24/2025
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Member: $90 Non-Member: $110
Discover the exciting world of Gelli Plate printing in this beginner-friendly class, where no prior experience is needed! Using acrylic paints, you'll learn the basics of this fun and versatile mono-printing technique, creating unique prints on paper and fabric. All materials are provided, so you can jump right into the creative process.
Mono printing has a fascinating history, a method that dates back to the 17th century, and you will see why modern artists have embraced Gelli Plates for their ability to produce vibrant, textured designs. Throughout the class, you’ll experiment with color, texture, and layering to create stunning prints.
By the end of the session, you’ll have several completed prints to take home, plus the skills to transfer your designs onto other surfaces like fabric for projects like clothing, home decor, and more. Get ready to unlock your creativity and enjoy a new way to express yourself through printmaking!
Artist Bio:
Robyn Crawford studied at Emerson College, Massachusetts College of Art, and Rochester Institute of Technology’s School of Photographic Arts and Sciences. She has been a mixed media artist, photographer, teacher, and creativity coach for over 30 years and has exhibited work throughout the Carolinas. She loves working with new materials and finds that it shakes things up and generates new ideas in other mediums as well. She uses her own images, clay, acrylics, mosaics, handmade papers, hot glass, metal, resin, crystals, and more to create fun, colorful pieces of work that connect her to spirit.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Write Grants Faster, Stronger, Smarter—with AI
10/25/2025
Instructor: Diane Dean
Date: 10/25/2025
Time: 9 am - 12 pm
Fee: $95
Grant writing is both an art and a science—and now, it can also be smarter and more efficient with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This session introduces participants to practical ways AI can support the grant writing process, from brainstorming project narratives to polishing final submissions. Whether you’re a nonprofit seeking program funding or an artist applying for professional development support, this workshop will give you the tools to strengthen your applications.
Participants will learn how to:
By the end of the session, participants will leave with practical prompts, best practices, and confidence in how to integrate AI into their grant development process without losing the human creativity and strategy funders value.
Bring your laptop and some grant ideas to explore.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Abstract Greetings: The art of the card
10/26/2025
Instructor: Jennifer Conlon
Date: 10/26/2025
Time: 2 pm - 4 pm
Member: $75 Non-Member: $85
Let loose and get creatively playful in this watercolor workshop where we create one-of-a-kind watercolor greeting cards. Create abstract works of card art with watercolor, pen, marker, and colored pencils. Put a smile on someone’s face by creating and gifting them one of your works of art through the mail.
All supplies will be provided
Artist Bio:
I’m a collage and mixed media artist who loves mixing watercolor, acrylic, and vibrant papers into playful, one-of-a-kind creations. I love, helping other others do the same! Come join me to paint, splash, and explore while making your own unique watercolor greeting card.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Life Drawing
10/26/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Location: Studio 116
Members: $10 Non-Members: $12
Life Drawing Sessions
Life drawing is the activity of drawing the human body from a live model. The models are typically nude, but there may be sessions in which we have models in clothing. Life drawing is a great way to build your drawing skills. These sessions are not a class but facilitated sessions. The sessions are structured, and we have short as well as longer poses. The $10.00 fee is to provide payment to the model. The sessions will be held two times per month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. The space in the classroom can be tight, so we are requesting that you sign up for the sessions to ensure that everyone has enough space. Easels, tables, and chairs are provided.
Location: Studio 116
116 W. Blue Ridge Rd.
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
AI Powered Artists Statements and Bios
10/28/2025
Instructor: Diane Dean
Date: 10/28/2025
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $40 Non-Member: $45
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
AI Powered Artists Statements and Bios
10/29/2025
Instructor: Diane Dean
Date: 10/29/2025
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $30 Non-Member: $35
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
The Royal Art Club K5-2nd
10/30/2025
Instructor: Morgan Royalty
Date: 10/30/2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Member: $20 per class Non-Member: $25 per class
Join us every other Thursday for an awesome Art Club class with Mrs. Royalty! Each week, our students will broaden their artistic horizons by utilizing various mediums, materials, and processes! Students will be exploring, experimenting, and discovering the best parts about being an artist themselves!
October 2: We will start off Art Club by making your very own art journal! We will use this art journal at the beginning of each class to warm up our creativity and get us started for the day. This project allows the students to create a space where their self-expression can soar with little guidance. It also allows the students to transition from their day and really engage in their art time.
October 16: We will be playing an art game that I created called “Will It Paintbrush?”! I don’t want to give too much away...but get ready to experiment with new potential paintbrushes! This project will allow students to engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and a little bit of the scientific process. Students will experiment with different materials, decide what it means to create a piece, and discover new untraditional ways of creating their own future art!
October 30: Inspired by the artist Yayoi Kusama, we will be creating two pumpkins using two different artistic methods! Yayoi Kusama is the queen of dots, so there will be dots everywhere on this day! For the first project, students will practice form and their fine motor skills to create their own air-dry clay pumpkins. Then, students will be practicing shape, color, and space to create crazy cool circle-licious pumpkins for the second project.
Can’t join us for every class? That is okay! We would love to see you for every class, but you can sign up for a preferred class or all three classes. Each class is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. There are only 10 spots per class, so register now to claim your spot!
We can all learn, create, and grow together in the Royal Art Club! I can’t wait to see y’all there!
Artist Bio:
Morgan Royalty is a lifelong learner of the art world. As an art educator, she has the privilege of exploring as many art techniques as she can get her hands on. She received her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University and her Master of Art in Art Education at Boston University. A believer in process art, critical thinking, and inquiry-based art activities, she teaches that the process of art is deeper than the art itself. For the past five years, she has worked with homeschoolers in the Savannah, Georgia area to provide a way for students to learn while expressing themselves creatively. Morgan currently resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she has dreamed of living since she was a little girl. In 2025, she joined the WNC chapter of Preserving a Picturesque America and the Art League of Henderson County to take part in something bigger than herself. By highlighting the glorious nature around her, she is preserving history, supporting her local area and young artists, and enjoying new facets of the art world. She is always looking forward to her next art adventure!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Mindful Mark-Making: Nature Patterns
11/2/2025
Instructor: Kara Ashley-Gilmore
Date: 11/2/2025
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Members: $30 Non-Members: $35
Join us for a relaxing session of mindful art-making. We will incorporate the 7 principles of mindfulness while we use watercolors and drawing materials as tools for relaxation. You’ll be led through a series of creative mark-making exercises and grounding techniques, followed by a longer, meditative painting & mark-making session.
During this month’s session, we will use watercolor paints and mark-making tools to create layered nature-based patterns on paper.
Each session includes:
-A “Principles of Mindfulness for Art-Making” guide
-An opening mindfulness meditation
-A mark-making instruction template
-Bilateral drawing and breath work warm-up exercises
-An extended mindful mark-making & painting session
-A closing sharing circle
-March Session: Neurographic Art
-April Session: Petri Paintings
-May Session: Abstract Patterns
-September Session: Mandalas
-November Session: Nature Patterns
Beginner
Supplies:
All supplies will be provided and may include watercolor paints, various drawing pens, pencils, pastels, and acrylic paint markers. Bring your willingness to play, and your desire to connect and share!
Artist Bio:
Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Board-Certified Art Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at the Art Place Studios, in Hendersonville. As an artist, Kara paints intuitively, often incorporating bright colors with layers of paint, text, and collage, to process life and express themes of hope and encouragement. Art-making has always been an important part of her self-care, and her studio is her personal space to experiment and play. Ultimately, all of her work is about helping people be more creative, use their creativity for personal growth, and incorporate creativity into their daily lives. Her art therapy workshops are tailored to those who appreciate opportunities for creative exploration–with gentle guidance, in a nonjudgmental, quiet atmosphere.
Acrylics Without Boundaries
11/6/2025
Cubist Still Life for Creatives
11/6/2025 - 11/7/2025
Scrapbooking Club
11/6/2025
Time: 5 pm - 7 pm
Location: Art Place Studios
Members: $10 Non-Members: $10
Join us for a creative evening of memory-making at our Scrapbooking Club! Whether you're a seasoned scrapbooker or just getting started, this is the perfect space to connect, craft, and capture your favorite moments. This is not a class, it's a club. The fee is a donation for supplies and tools, allowing us to continue growing and collecting fun materials.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Gratitude Bowls
11/8/2025
Instructor: Kara Ashley-Gilmore
Date: 11/8/2025
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Members: $50 Non-Members: $60
"For it is not joy that makes us grateful; it is gratitude that makes us joyful.”
-Brother David Steindl-Rast
A “Gratitude bowl” can be part of forming a daily gratitude practice or ritual. Gratitude practices have been found to create physical changes in our brains. It’s not about denying reality, or only thinking happy thoughts, as most critics claim. It’s a way to create some space between our automatic thoughts and our feelings. It helps us pause long enough to notice how we have been thinking about our lives, and it provides an opportunity to take a slightly different perspective.
During this “Gratitude Bowl” making workshop, we will form our bowls using plaster gauze and decorate with scraps of paper and paint. Once complete, you may use your bowls to hold little reminders of all the wonderful things you are thankful for throughout the year.
All supplies will be provided, and may include various papers, paints, collage materials, adhesives, plaster gauze, and bowl “armatures”. Bring your willingness to play, and your desire to connect and share!
Beginner
Artist Bio:
Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Art Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at the Art Place Studios, in Hendersonville. As an artist, Kara paints intuitively, often incorporating bright colors with layers of paint, text, and collage, to process life and express themes of hope and encouragement. Art-making has always been an important part of her self-care, and her studio is her personal space to experiment and play. Ultimately, all of her work is about helping people be more creative, use their creativity for personal growth, and incorporate creativity into their daily lives. Her art therapy workshops are tailored to those who appreciate opportunities for creative exploration–with gentle guidance–in a non-judgemental, quiet atmosphere.
Inner Demons Art Workshop
11/9/2025
Instructor: Lauren Brown
Date: 11/9/2025
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Member: $85 Non-Member: $95
We all have inner demons - voices within that tell us we aren't good enough, experiences from our past we feel haunted by, tendencies we can never seem to get a handle on... demons like fear, insecurity, rage, or anxiety. In this workshop, participants will identify their own unique family of inner demons and focus on one of them to develop into a small stuffed creature. At the end of the workshop, all of the demons will convene for a conference, where each participant can expect to gain fresh insight about their relationship to this particular part of their psyche and hopefully leave with tools for how to better manage it.
No sewing experience necessary.
All materials will be provided.
Artist Bio:
Lauren is an artist and registered nurse. She received her BFA from Georgian Court University and her MFA from the Art Institute of Boston. She has worked with a variety of media and within an eclectic range of environments. She co-founded a community art space in Philadelphia, which hosted over 20 city-wide exhibitions. She worked part-time for many years in the art therapy department of an inpatient clinic, and along with the art therapist, she co-founded a program that offered classes utilizing art to further self-exploration and expression. In her personal artwork, she works mainly in watercolor and printmaking. She lives in Hendersonville with her husband, two daughters, dog, and a bunch of chickens.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Life Drawing
11/9/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Location: Studio 116
Members: $10 Non-Members: $12
Life Drawing Sessions
Life drawing is the activity of drawing the human body from a live model. The models are typically nude, but there may be sessions in which we have models in clothing. Life drawing is a great way to build your drawing skills. These sessions are not a class but facilitated sessions. The sessions are structured, and we have short as well as longer poses. The $10.00 fee is to provide payment to the model. The sessions will be held two times per month from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The space in the classroom can be tight, so we are requesting that you sign up for the sessions to ensure that everyone has enough space. Easels, tables, and chairs are provided.
Location: Studio 116
116 W. Blue Ridge Rd
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
Acrylics Without Boundaries
11/13/2025
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Advanced Beginner Beadwork
11/14/2025
Instructor: Heidi Brickhouse
Date: 11/14/2025
Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
Member: $80 Non-Member: $90
This class is geared towards those seeking a more in-depth experience with beadwork and to build upon their introductory skills! We will be creating a pair of earrings to take home. I highly recommend taking the introduction to beadwork class prior to taking the advanced beginner. If you did not sign up for the first class, that’s okay! I just ask that you become familiar with the steps of completing basic brick stitch weaving prior to the class. I will do a review of the brick stitch but prior knowledge will help everyone advance to the more technical part of this class. We will learn how to create rows where we “add” and “subtract” beads from the stitch. I will also introduce the concept behind other weave patterns like the peyote stitch and square stitch.
All materials will be provided, and this workshop will introduce new materials such as Miyuki seed beads, thread of different weight and gauge, thread guards, and pattern templates.
Artist Bio:
Heidi Brickhouse grew up in the mountains of western North Carolina. She found the beauty in her natural surroundings to be a driving force behind her artistic expression. Several years ago, she decided to explore more of our picturesque country by hitting the road full-time in her converted school bus. During her travels, she has been fortunate to experience a wide variety of landscapes and wildlife.
Living tiny drew Heidi to one of the smaller mediums you could choose, seed beads. Although she attended Appalachian State University for her B.S. in Commercial Photography, she is self-taught in the art form of bead weaving. She loves that the medium allows her to explore a vast field of colors and motifs while still creating something wearable and tangible.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Watercolor Shadowplay Workshop
11/15/2025
Instructor: Miranda Wildman
Date: 11/15/2025
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Members: $95 Non-Members: $105
Join us for a magical and relaxing afternoon of art making where Miranda will share her shadow painting techniques with you by way of the delightful use of watercolor paints, pencils, and various papers to create enchanting art pieces inspired by shadows. Together, we will explore the mesmerizing interplay of lights, captivating shadows, intriguing shapes, and vibrant colors as we playfully engage with beautiful botanicals as our inspiration. All of this unfolds while we bask in the cozy glow of the wonderful atmosphere that Miranda lovingly prepares for us.
Miranda will provide all the materials you need to create several artworks on good-quality paper.
We warmly welcome participants of all levels of experience, from beginners to seasoned artists. Miranda will provide step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions
Miranda believes art is for everyone! Making art together in a space without judgment challenges pre-conceived notions and inspires dialogue, cultivating understanding and compassion.
Artist Bio:
Who is Miranda? I grew up in a cozy Vermont town, basking in nature's changing beauty. Creating art with my mom and friends sparked my imagination and led me to the Maine College of Art, where I continued to appreciate New England’s lush landscapes. My journey then took me to Western North Carolina, a vibrant place that fuels my creativity, drawing inspiration from its biodiversity and community connections.Through my artistic endeavors, I have come to understand that our ties with one another and with nature are essential. In a world where capitalism often encourages us to see ourselves as isolated individuals, I believe in breaking down those barriers. Art-making and appreciation belong to everyone, transcending titles and credentials. Engaging with art is a way for us to reconnect—not only with each other but with the earth itself.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Collage Playshop
11/16/2025
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Time: 1:30 pm- 4:00 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Members: Free Non-Members: $5
Did you know that 40 minutes of creating art lowers the level of cortisol (the stress hormone) in the body? Art really does heal, and it's fun, too. Join us on the third Sunday of the month to take a short creative break at our Collage Playshop. No experience is necessary.
Creating art is just playing with materials. Most of us might already have our supplies ready and organized, but just don't have or take the time to play and create! This free Sunday session offers the time, space, and supplies to encourage playing and creating to anyone who is interested.
Kate will provide an embarrassment of collage supplies (including magazines, catalogs, glue sticks, foundation, etc.) to get folks started. Attendees can bring something they're already working on, their own images, magazines, etc. (be sure to bring your own scissors!) Prompts will be offered, but it's completely up to you what you want to collage! This is a casual gathering to bring the community together to create art and everyone is welcome to join! Bring a friend!
This event is free but requires registration. There is a $5.00 room use fee that will be collected and given to the Art League.
The Art of Feeling at Home: an Art Therapy Workshop
11/17/2025
Instructor: Kara Ashley-Gilmore
Date: 11/17/2025
Members: $50 Non-Members: $60
What does it mean to feel at home? And how do we cultivate this feeling in the midst of change and uncertainty?
During this art therapy workshop, we will explore the meaning and feeling of home. You'll create a personal cut-and-folded book, using color, texture, collage, found images, paint, and text, to build a tangible representation of your inner sanctuary.
Art Therapy Workshops are an opportunity to explore a particular theme or concept and are designed to encourage creative play, self-care, emotional expression, and connection with self and others. This workshop will consist of an opening check-in, open art-making time (connected to the theme), and a closing circle for sharing our art.
Like all art-making, this Art Therapy Workshop may be therapeutic, but it is not a substitute for therapy. Privacy in the Art Place Studio classroom is not guaranteed. We ask that all attendees keep confidentiality: Don’t share other group members’ stories or personal information without express permission. You are welcome to share your experiences and insights using “I-statements,” but refrain from advice-giving or problem-solving for others unless specifically requested.
All supplies will be provided, and may include various papers, magazines, craft paints, collage materials, colored pencils, watercolor paints, markers, and oil pastels. No art experience is required. The focus is on the process, exploration, discovery, and play.
Artist Bio:
Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Art Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at the Art Place Studios in Hendersonville. As an artist, Kara paints intuitively, often incorporating bright colors with layers of paint, text, and collage, to process life and express themes of hope and encouragement. Art-making has always been an important part of her self-care, and her studio is her personal space to experiment and play. Ultimately, all of her work is about helping people be more creative, use their creativity for personal growth, and incorporate creativity into their daily lives. Her art therapy workshops are tailored to those who appreciate opportunities for creative exploration, with gentle guidance, in a nonjudgmental, quiet atmosphere.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Acrylics Without Boundaries
11/20/2025
Abstract Watercolor Christmas Greeting Cards
11/23/2025
Instructor: Jennifer Conlon
Date: 11/23/2025
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Members: $65 Non-Members: $75
Celebrate the holiday season with creativity and color!
In this festive class, you’ll learn to design and paint whimsical abstract Christmas greeting cards using watercolor techniques and fine-tip markers. Perfect for beginners and those with some experience, the workshop combines guided instruction with ample room for playful experimentation. By the end, you’ll leave with unique, hand-painted cards, perfect for sharing your own artistic holiday cheer!
Class Level: Intermediate
Artist Bio:
I’m a mixed Media collage artist who loves the whimsy and meditation of watercolor painting. It’s such a beautiful and freeing practice, especially around the holidays when the air is buzzing with energy! Let’s get together for a holiday celebration to create Christmas greeting cards for the ones we love!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
License to Create: Art Journals from License Plates & Vintage Maps
12/6/2025 - 12/7/2025
Return of the Light: Lamps + Lanterns Workshop
12/21/2025
Instructor: Miranda Wildman
Date: 12/21/2025
Time: 4 pm - 7 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $66
Celebrate the joy of the Winter Solstice with a cheerful, creative gathering. We’ll craft glowing lamps and tabletop lanterns using upcycled, recycled, and vibrantly colorful materials, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary pieces of light and magic. Each lamp or lantern will shine as a symbol of renewal and new beginnings. No experience needed—just bring your spark and enjoy a playful, uplifting process while you connect and engage with new and old friends. All materials provided, along with sparkling wine and fizzy water, as we enjoy making art and the return of the light together.
Hint: these lamps and lanterns will make perfect holiday gifts!
Miranda believes that art is for everyone. Making art together in a space without judgment challenges pre-conceived notions and inspires dialogue, cultivating understanding and compassion.
Artist Bio:
Who is Miranda? I grew up in a cozy Vermont town, basking in nature's changing beauty. Creating art with my mom and friends sparked my imagination and led me to the Maine College of Art, where I continued to appreciate New England’s lush landscapes. My journey then took me to Western North Carolina, a vibrant place that fuels my creativity, drawing inspiration from its biodiversity and community connections. Through my artistic endeavors, I have come to understand that our ties with one another and with nature are essential. In a world where capitalism often encourages us to see ourselves as isolated individuals, I believe in breaking down those barriers. Art-making and appreciation belong to everyone, transcending titles and credentials. Engaging with art is a way for us to reconnect—not only with each other but with the earth itself.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
What if?
1/5/2026 - 1/26/2026
Instructor: Mary Alice Braukman
Dates: 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26
Time: 10 am - 4 pm (1-hour Lunch Break)
Member: $540 Non-Member: $595
This workshop is designed to encourage you to take your art in new directions. The class will be working with a wide variety of mediums, colors, collage, and experimenting on different surfaces with various transfer techniques. Each student will be encouraged to find his or her unique personal direction, whether working abstractly or representational. Individual guidance and critiques will be offered daily, as well as a class critique on the final day.
This class is open to anyone who would like to explore mixed media techniques, layering, collage, transfers, and how to apply these into your paintings. If you feel you are stuck, let's hope this will open up new ideas. Ask yourself “what if” and begin exploring those ideas.
Creativity is bigger than you.
Curiosity is the basis of creativity.
If you have passion for art that’s you.
If you’ve lost it you can get it back with curiosity,
EVERYONE CAN BE CREATIVE … YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE CREATIVE
-Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic
Supply List:
Brushes:
Note: (These are three transparent colors that I will show how you can make all your colors and never have mud. BUT - Bring any you like using. - how you can tell if the color is transparent: If you paint a color over a black line the opaques will cover it but if transparent you will see black line.)
Painting material:
Many of these items can be found at Walmart, The Dollar Store, Michaels, and Lowe's. Starving Artists carries all of these as well as Jerry’s Art Online.
Most important material:
COME WITH AN OPEN MIND. READY TO EXPLORE AND OPEN NEW DIRECTIONS IN YOUR WORK..WHAT IF?
GO WITH IT!
Any questions, feel free to call or text or email me.
Mary Alice Braukman - 727/418-3041 braukman@me.com
Artist Bio:
Braukman, a native Floridian, now makes her home in Pisgah Forest, NC.
She is a member of the Florida Watercolor Society and holds signature status in the National Watercolor Society. Mary Alice has a Bachelor of Science degree in Art Education and Fine Arts from Florida State University. She continued graduate studies at the University of Colorado and Eckerd College in the Tampa Bay area. She is a past president of the Florida Watercolor Society and was director of the Kanuga Water-media Workshops for 15 years. Mary Alice was invited to be guest editor of the American Artist Magazine’s Special Issue: Experimental Approaches to Water-media and Watercolor in 2001. In 2022 she was one of three selected jurors of the National Watercolor Society International Open Exhibition and served in selecting those receiving their NWS signature status. As a painter Mary Alice’s primary focus is on texture and color. Her life experiences and everyday visions get filtered through her artistic eye and transformed into an abstract body of work. Her experiences come forth in a myriad of techniques - a pour of transparent colors or by layers of collage and brush strokes which she unearths the colors beneath bringing color and texture into her paintings. She believes a painter must paint the way he or she feels - they must paint in spite of themselves not the way you think you should paint. There is no one method that will guarantee success or acceptance in a show - it is not that simple. The painter paints because it is who they are - it is their journey.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Pressed Flower Art
1/10/2026
Instructor: Susan McChesney
Date: 1/10/2026
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $110 Non-Member: $120
Experience a contemporary interpretation of Oshibana, the Japanese tradition of creating art with pressed plant material. Learn all the techniques and tricks with flowers: pressing, unpressing, storing, creating art and sealing will be included in hands on activities with take-home technique materials including a pressing packet and storage sleeve, and resource information. Create a 2D collage 5”x7”, sealed with lamination, matted and sleeved. Experiment with gel medium sealing on 3D wood and cardboard surfaces. Instructional and experiential session for 3 hours with an optional 4th hour of working studio time offered.
All materials included.
Beginners encouraged.
Artist Bio:
Susan McChesney is a pressed flower artist living, making art, and teaching her techniques in western NC. A longtime educator, she worked for 24 years at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Using pressed petals like strokes of paint, she creates landscape images reminiscent of WNC. Producing originals, prints, note cards, and jigsaw puzzles, her work is available in a variety of WNC galleries and shops in addition to her website Shop. She also presses Special Occasion Bouquets on commission.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
9/21/2025
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Time: 1:30 pm- 4:00 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Members: Free Non-Members: $5
Did you know that 40 minutes of creating art lowers the level of cortisol (the stress hormone) in the body? Art really does heal, and it's fun, too. Join us on the third Sunday of the month to take a short creative break at our Collage Playshop. No experience is necessary.
Creating art is just playing with materials. Most of us might already have our supplies ready and organized, but just don't have or take the time to play and create! This free Sunday session offers the time, space, and supplies to encourage playing and creating to anyone who is interested.
Kate will provide an embarrassment of collage supplies (including magazines, catalogs, glue sticks, foundation, etc.) to get folks started. Attendees can bring something they're already working on, their own images, magazines, etc. (be sure to bring your own scissors!) Prompts will be offered, but it's completely up to you what you want to collage! This is a casual gathering to bring the community together to create art and everyone is welcome to join! Bring a friend!
This event is free but requires registration. There is a $5.00 room use fee that will be collected and given to the Art League.
9/23/2025
Instructor: Tammy Miller
Date: 9/23/2025
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Member: $100 Non-Member: $115
It's getting close to fall, and leaves will begin falling, as well as walnuts! Discover the magic of creating your own art materials and beautiful art directly from the natural world! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore how to turn humble walnuts into a rich, earthy ink that artists have used for centuries. You’ll also learn how to create beautiful botanical prints using leaves and plants, capturing delicate patterns and textures straight from nature.
You will learn the step-by-step process of making walnut ink that can be used to dye fabric, paint, or draw with, or even to stain wood.
Experiment with different ways to use the ink.
You will learn which leaves to
gather to create stunning botanical prints on paper and fabric.
Participants will take home their own bottle of handmade walnut ink and a collection of one-of-a-kind prints.
This workshop is perfect for artists, nature lovers, and anyone curious about sustainable, eco-friendly creativity. No prior experience needed—just bring your sense of wonder and willingness to get your hands a little inky!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
9/25/2025
Instructor: Linda Hendricks and Shannon Pagano
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
Fee: $10 Donation
Are you an acrylic painter and would like to paint with others?
Bring your paints and your canvases and let's paint together! Join like-minded creatives for a two-hour facilitated Acrylic session. You can either paint what you want or get feedback from one of our studio acrylic artists. All levels of experience are welcome!
Please bring your own supplies
9/26/2025
Instructor: Wendy Loren
Date: 9/26/2025
Time: 12 pm - 4 pm
Members: $85 Non-Members: $100
By the end of the workshop, you'll walk away with your own beautiful oil painting and the skills to continue your artistic journey. No prior experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to explore the world of oil paints!
This class is for those who have always wanted to paint with oil paints but didn’t know where to begin. It’s also for anyone who may already be painting with oils or other mediums but would like to improve their skills. In this class, you will learn essential techniques and methods needed to create a successful still life oil painting. I will share my painting process from start to finish and provide tips, tricks, tools, techniques, and other valuable resources. Students will have an opportunity to create a still life painting of their own using a provided photo reference. Demonstrations, guided support, and visual steps will be included. Begin your journey today in discovering the wonderful world of oil painting.
All supplies included for this class! Students are welcome to bring any materials that you may have already acquired.
Please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty or an apron if needed.
Artist Bio:
Wendy believes that there is beauty all around us, and if we choose to see with both our heart and eyes, we can see more clearly. As an artist, she seeks to capture the light and beauty that she encounters daily. Like many Master artists, her desire is not just to represent exactly what is in front of her but instead to convey her own inspired interpretation of the subject. She achieves this by painting alla prima, or direct method, and uses expressive brushwork to create a painterly effect. She has dabbled in all mediums throughout the years, but prefers to work with oils.
At the age of 18, her father worked for the big yellow box ”Kodak” in upstate New York, where she grew up. He bought her a camera when she was a senior in high school. Wendy was enrolled in the graphic communications program, where she learned to develop film in a darkroom and grew to love photography and art.
Wendy has taught for over 15 years in a public school setting. It wasn’t until she retired from teaching that she had the opportunity to devote more time to painting. Wendy currently has an art studio in Hendersonville, where she resides with her family. She has taken many classes and workshops from well-known artists and has a great appreciation for art. She hopes to continue to teach, inspire, and mentor others on their artistic journey.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
9/27/2025
Instructor: Miranda Wildman
Date: 9/27/2025
Members: $95 Non-Members: $105
In this exciting, yet relaxing workshop, you will playfully ground and thoughtfully develop your very own art journal. Miranda will gently guide you through the process of making expressive marks and creating beautiful abstract compositions using simple, yet impactful, art materials. We will delve into a discussion about the types of materials that are fabulously suited for travel and everyday outings, while also exploring the profound benefits of recording the feelings and experiences we encounter in various places through the lens of art-making. Each guest will leave with their own unique art journal, fully equipped to continue creatively documenting and capturing the essence of all of their adventures.
Step-by-step instructions and all of the materials you need to create will be provided. All experience levels welcome. A beginner's mind is a plus!
Miranda believes that art is for everyone. Making art together in a space without judgment challenges pre-conceived notions and inspires dialogue, cultivating understanding and compassion.
Artist Bio:
Who is Miranda? I grew up in a cozy Vermont town, basking in nature's changing beauty. Creating art with my mom and friends sparked my imagination and led me to the Maine College of Art, where I continued to appreciate New England’s lush landscapes. My journey then took me to Western North Carolina, a vibrant place that fuels my creativity, drawing inspiration from its biodiversity and community connections. Through my artistic endeavors, I have come to understand that our ties with one another and with nature are essential. In a world where capitalism often encourages us to see ourselves as isolated individuals, I believe in breaking down those barriers. Art-making and appreciation belong to everyone, transcending titles and credentials. Engaging with art is a way for us to reconnect—not only with each other but with the earth itself.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
9/28/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Location: Studio 116
Members: $10 Non-Members: $12
Life Drawing Sessions
Life drawing is the activity of drawing the human body from a live model. The models are typically nude, but there may be sessions in which we have models in clothing. Life drawing is a great way to build your drawing skills. These sessions are not a class but facilitated sessions. The sessions are structured, and we have short as well as longer poses. The $10.00 fee is to provide payment to the model. The sessions will be held two times per month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. The space in the classroom can be tight, so we are requesting that you sign up for the sessions to ensure that everyone has enough space. Easels, tables, and chairs are provided.
Location: Studio 116
116 W. Blue Ridge Rd.
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
9/29/2025 - 1/5/2026
ARTIST REGISTRATION
Library Exhibit
Monday September 29, 2025 – Monday January 5, 2026
The Art League of Henderson County announces: “City of Four Seasons”
In this all-seasons themed exhibit, stir up your creativity, from your memories in all seasons throughout the year, take your inspirations in great abundance everywhere you turn in Hendersonville and Henderson County. Your paintings, mixed media, fine art photography or 3D crafts, incorporated to immerse the viewers that transport them to the pieces of place, time, event, holiday, tradition, landscapes across the county, filled with their own memories. We hope your artwork sparks a fresh appreciation for Hendersonville and Henderson County; This is our home.
Exhibit Dates: Monday September 29, 2025 – Monday January 5, 2026
Location: Henderson County Library, 301 N. Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC 28739
Library Exhibits are open to the public and free
Entry Fee: None
DROP-OFF:
Monday, September 29, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Henderson County Library, 301 N. Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC 28739
PICK-UP:
Monday, January 5, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Henderson County Library, 301 N. Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC 28739
Artworks may NOT be removed early. On an individual basis, delayed pick-up may be arranged by contacting the Exhibit Committee Chair.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Works must be original, 2-D, 3-D, painting, drawing, mixed media, or fine-art photography.
- All submissions must be original human creations; No AI-generated pieces will be accepted.
- They must be appropriately framed and ready to hang with wire hangers (no sawtooth hangers can be accepted).
- Maximum size for this show (including frame) is 30"x30”. Three-dimensional work must be no taller than 15”.
- All works must be appropriately identified on the back with the artist’s name and contact information.
- Works may be available for sale by the artist but MUST REMAIN IN THE EXHIBIT FOR THE DURATION OF THE SHOW. NO EARLY PICK-UP. Neither the library nor its staff will have any responsibility regarding sales. If a sale is made, the artist must contact the Exhibit Committee Chair for instructions.
- To indicate that a piece is Available for Purchase, select “Yes” option on the registration form. No exact prices can be listed.
- You have an option to upload a photo of your artwork on the last step of the registration, but it is not required, images will be used on the Art League website and for PR purposes.
ENTRY PROCESS:
- DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATIONS is September 22, 2025. All registration must be submitted electronically. Exhibiting artists will submit a completed registration form through the ALHC website < -- REGISTRATION FORM (CLICK HERE) -- >. The online registration form also contains the Art League's electronically signed waiver of liability. No paper registrations will be accepted. Artwork will be accepted on a first come basis until available space is filled.
- Exhibiting artists must complete the LIBRARY'S ART WALL RELEASE FORM and turn it in at take-in.
Sponsored by The Art League of Henderson County
Library Exhibit Committee Chair: Lisa Beam library@artleaguehvl.org
Location: Henderson County Library
301 N. Washington St
Hendersonville, NC 28739
Registration ends on 9/22/2025
There are currently 10 spots remaining out of 38
10/2/2025
Time: 5 pm - 7 pm
Location: Art Place Studios
Members: $10 Non-Members: $10
Join us for a creative evening of memory-making at our Scrapbooking Club! Whether you're a seasoned scrapbooker or just getting started, this is the perfect space to connect, craft, and capture your favorite moments. This is not a class, it's a club. The fee is a donation for supplies and tools, allowing us to continue growing and collecting fun materials.
What’s Provided: We'll have a variety of tools on hand for you to use.
What to Bring: Your own notebook or scrapbook, photos, and any personal supplies or embellishments you'd like to include in your pages.
Come with your creativity and leave with something beautiful!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/2/2025
Instructor: Morgan Royalty
Date: 10/2/2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Member: $20 per class Non-Member: $25 per class
Join us every other Thursday for an awesome Art Club class with Mrs. Royalty! Each week, our students will broaden their artistic horizons by utilizing various mediums, materials, and processes! Students will be exploring, experimenting, and discovering the best parts about being an artist themselves!
October 2: We will start off Art Club by making your very own art journal! We will use this art journal at the beginning of each class to warm up our creativity and get us started for the day. This project allows the students to create a space where their self-expression can soar with little guidance. It also allows the students to transition from their day and really engage in their art time.
October 16: We will be playing an art game that I created called “Will It Paintbrush?”! I don’t want to give too much away...but get ready to experiment with new potential paintbrushes! This project will allow students to engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and a little bit of the scientific process. Students will experiment with different materials, decide what it means to create a piece, and discover new untraditional ways of creating their own future art!
October 30: Inspired by the artist Yayoi Kusama, we will be creating two pumpkins using two different artistic methods! Yayoi Kusama is the queen of dots, so there will be dots everywhere on this day! For the first project, students will practice form and their fine motor skills to create their own air-dry clay pumpkins. Then, students will be practicing shape, color, and space to create crazy cool circle-licious pumpkins for the second project.
Can’t join us for every class? That is okay! We would love to see you for every class, but you can sign up for a preferred class or all three classes. Each class is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. There are only 10 spots per class, so register now to claim your spot!
We can all learn, create, and grow together in the Royal Art Club! I can’t wait to see y’all there!
Artist Bio:
Morgan Royalty is a lifelong learner of the art world. As an art educator, she has the privilege of exploring as many art techniques as she can get her hands on. She received her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University and her Master of Art in Art Education at Boston University. A believer in process art, critical thinking, and inquiry-based art activities, she teaches that the process of art is deeper than the art itself. For the past five years, she has worked with homeschoolers in the Savannah, Georgia area to provide a way for students to learn while expressing themselves creatively. Morgan currently resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she has dreamed of living since she was a little girl. In 2025, she joined the WNC chapter of Preserving a Picturesque America and the Art League of Henderson County to take part in something bigger than herself. By highlighting the glorious nature around her, she is preserving history, supporting her local area and young artists, and enjoying new facets of the art world. She is always looking forward to her next art adventure!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/3/2025
We are excited to show your work in October!
Space will be limited to register early! We will need to cut off entries as soon as we hit our capacity based on sizes of work.
We will have a special exhibit of Sue Fazio's work as a feature artist. This is a format we are beta testing for October and December in our gallery. The board will evaluate how these go and will decide how a program may look in 2026. Stay tuned.
Application details:
Art League Member Registration Fee: $20 (This month we are limiting registration to 1 entry per member due to space restrictions)
Commission: 30% to the Art League
3D Artists (including jewelry) - you may bring in 5 pieces of work for your registration fee.
2D artists working small- You may submit multiples up to $300 retail value in artwork for your registration fee.
*Please note due to our hanging system very small pieces may be displayed on a table or shelf.
PLEASE MAKE NOTE OF THESE DATES:
Registration Deadline: Friday September 26, MIDNIGHT
Art Drop Off: Tuesday September 30, Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Opening Event: Friday October 3, 5 - 7 pm
Pick up of unsold work- Tuesday November 4, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Size limitation- 60 inches in any direction
Display requirements: If your work requires a special display component, please provide it.
See below for additional requirements.
Important Please Read - New exhibit rules (not guidelines, but rules that will be enforced):
All wire must be plastic coated. Our new hanging system requires coated wire in order for artwork to hang securely.
All wire must be tight enough and installed low enough so that when you hold the wire as if hanging work it does not show above the frame.
No sawtooth hangers.
No eye hooks - D-rings only
Hanging rods or dowels require loops that can be suspended from a hook. (no nailing in to walls can be done in the new gallery)
Every piece of artwork must be securely labeled on the back or attached with artist name, title, price, medium, size
All artwork on 7/8 inch thick canvases (the really thin ones) must be framed,edges painted, and framed.
No plastic, damaged, loose, or poorly repainted frames.
All deep gallery wrapped (1-1/2 inch plus) artwork must have edges painted.
No wet or tacky paintings will be accepted.
All paintings must be signed by artist in appropriate location.
The Art League reserves the right to remove any work from the exhibit that does not meet these rules or that is deemed inappropriate.
Location: Art Place Gallery
730 Locust Street
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 9/26/2025
10/9/2025
Instructor: Linda Hendricks and Shannon Pagano
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
Fee: $10 Donation
Are you an acrylic painter and would like to paint with others?
Bring your paints and your canvases and let's paint together! Join like-minded creatives for a two-hour facilitated Acrylic session. You can either paint what you want or get feedback from one of our studio acrylic artists. All levels of experience are welcome!
Please bring your own supplies
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/9/2025 - 10/9/2025
Instructor: Evie Lennon
Date: 10/9
Time: 6 pm - 9 pm
Members: $90 Non-Members: $100
Whether you’re an art educator building a fresh sample project or an artist looking to recharge your imagination, this Thursday evening workshop invites you to experiment, play, and construct in bold new ways. Using vintage cigar box scraps, game pieces, and distressed wood, you’ll design a one-of-a-kind owl sculpture that’s full of personality, pattern, and purpose. Taught by mixed media artist Evie Lennon, this class blends professional guidance with open-ended exploration, and no two creatures will be alike.
All materials included (feel free to bring favorite found objects!)
Learn balance, layering, and texture-building techniques
Beginner
Supplies: Provided
Artist Bio:
Evie Lennon received her BFA at Washington University in St.Louis, and holds a Master’s in Studio Art from University of Missouri, Kansas City. Her assemblages have been featured in galleries at Atlanta, Minneapolis, Kansas City, and more.
10/9/2025
Instructor: Morgan Royalty
Date: 10/9/2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Member: $20 per class Non-Member: $25 per class
Join us every other Thursday for an awesome Art Club class with Mrs. Royalty! Each week our students will broaden their artistic horizons by utilizing various mediums, materials, and processes! Students will be exploring, experimenting, and discovering the best parts about being an artist themselves!
October 9: We will start off Art Club by making your very own art journal! We will use this art journal at the beginning of each class to warm up our creativity and get us started for the day! This project allows the students to create a space where their self-expression can soar with no guidance. It also allows the students to transition from their day and really engage in their art time.
October 23: We will be playing an art game that I created called “Will It Paintbrush?”! I don’t want to give too much away, but get ready to experiment with new potential paintbrushes! This project will allow students to engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and a little bit of the scientific process. Students will experiment with different materials, decide what it means to create a piece, and discover new untraditional ways of creating their own future art!
Can’t join us for every class? That is okay! We would love to see you for every class, but you can sign up for a preferred class or all three classes. Each class is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. There are only 10 spots per class, so register now to claim your spot!
We can all learn, create, and grow together in the Royal Art Club! I can’t wait to see y’all there!
Artist Bio:
Morgan Royalty is a lifelong learner of the art world. As an art educator, she has the privilege of exploring as many art techniques as she can get her hands on. She received her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University and her Master of Art in Art Education at Boston University. A believer in process art, critical thinking, and inquiry-based art activities, she teaches that the process of art is deeper than the art itself. For the past five years, she has worked with homeschoolers in the Savannah, Georgia area to provide a way for students to learn while expressing themselves creatively. Morgan currently resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she has dreamed of living since she was a little girl. In 2025, she joined the WNC chapter of Preserving a Picturesque America and the Art League of Henderson County to take part in something bigger than herself. By highlighting the glorious nature around her, she is preserving history, supporting her local area and young artists, and enjoying new facets of the art world. She is always looking forward to her next art adventure!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/10/2025
Instructor: Patricia Sweet
Date: 10/10/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $70
Capture the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains in autumn with this guided oil painting workshop. Together, we’ll create an 8x10 canvas inspired by the vibrant fall colors and sweeping vistas of our region. Along the way, you’ll learn essential techniques for composition and design, explore practical color mixing strategies, and discover how to simplify forms, soften edges, and create atmospheric depth in your painting.
Whether you’re new to oil painting or looking to refine your skills, this class offers step-by-step instruction in a supportive, creative environment. You’ll leave with a finished piece and fresh inspiration for your artistic journey.
Supply list:
- Grey Flat Palette
- 8x10 Canvas Palette Knife
- Brushes(flat 1” & ½”)
- Q-Tips
- Glass Scraper
- Paper Towels
- Mineral Spirits & Sealable Container
- Oil Paints
- Titanium white
- Lemon or light cadmium yellow
- Cadmium Red Light or Orange
- Ultramarine Blue
- Alizarin Crimson
- Additional colors you could bring, but are not required to
- Ochre
- Cadmium yellow
- Cobalt Blue
- Raw Umber and/or Van Dyke Brown
- Viridin
- Phthalo Blue and/or cerulean
Artist Bio:
I am a 4th-generation Frank Vincent DuMond student, thanks to a group of 3rd-generation painters who took me under their wing in New Hampshire. Utilizing that palette and some of my personal “tweaks” to create depth, distant landscapes, and a subtle yet defining light effect are my strong points and passion. Now back in North Carolina, I am exercising my experience and eye en plein air and in the studio to capture the beauty of the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/10/2025
Instructor: Patricia Sweet
Date: 10/10/2025
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $70
Discover the art of painting dramatic, luminous skies in this hands-on oil painting class. You’ll learn how to create soft, realistic clouds using an unexpected tool, Q-tips, along with mineral spirits to lift and blend color. Emphasis will be on the power of subtraction: sometimes it’s what you take away that gives the painting its depth and atmosphere.
We’ll also explore color mixing techniques and compositional strategies to help your skies feel both balanced and dynamic. By the end of class, you’ll have the skills and confidence to bring stunning cloud capes into your own work.
Supply list:
- Grey Flat Palette
- 8x10 Canvas Palette Knife
- Brushes(flat 1” & ½”)
- Q-Tips
- Glass Scraper
- Paper Towels
- Mineral Spirits & Sealable Container
- Oil Paints
- Titanium white
- Lemon or light cadmium yellow
- Cadmium Red Light or Orange
- Ultramarine Blue
- Alizarin Crimson
- Additional colors you could bring, but are not required to
- Ochre
- Cadmium yellow
- Cobalt Blue
- Raw Umber and/or Van Dyke Brown
- Viridin
- Phthalo Blue and/or cerulean
Artist Bio:
I am a 4th-generation Frank Vincent DuMond student, thanks to a group of 3rd-generation painters who took me under their wing in New Hampshire. Utilizing that palette and some of my personal “tweaks” to create depth, distant landscapes, and a subtle yet defining light effect are my strong points and passion. Now back in North Carolina, I am exercising my experience and eye en plein air and in the studio to capture the beauty of the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/11/2025
Instructor: Miranda Wildman
Date: 10/11/2025
Members: $95 Non-Members: $105
Learn how to create stunning mixed-media mementos on wood or canvas, perfect for sharing as thoughtful gifts or cherishing as lasting memories. Miranda will gently guide you in the use of a variety of materials, including vibrant acrylic paint, playful water-soluble crayons, assorted hand-painted paper, vintage flora and fauna ephemera, and a delightful array of surprise mixed media elements, all resulting in beautiful and expressive art pieces. Throughout our creative time together we will focus on the joy of play and the excitement of experimentation with colors, textures, and layers, encouraging creativity to flow freely.
Miranda will provide all the materials you need to create!
We warmly welcome participants of all levels of experience, from beginners to seasoned artists. Miranda will provide step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions
Miranda believes art is for everyone! Making art together in a space without judgment challenges pre-conceived notions and inspires dialogue, cultivating understanding and compassion.
Artist Bio:
Who is Miranda? I grew up in a cozy Vermont town, basking in nature's changing beauty. Creating art with my mom and friends sparked my imagination and led me to the Maine College of Art, where I continued to appreciate New England’s lush landscapes. My journey then took me to Western North Carolina, a vibrant place that fuels my creativity, drawing inspiration from its biodiversity and community connections. Through my artistic endeavors, I have come to understand that our ties with one another and with nature are essential. In a world where capitalism often encourages us to see ourselves as isolated individuals, I believe in breaking down those barriers. Art-making and appreciation belong to everyone, transcending titles and credentials. Engaging with art is a way for us to reconnect—not only with each other but with the earth itself.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/12/2025
Instructor: Jennifer Conlon
Date: 10/12/2025
Time: 2 pm - 5 pm
Member: $50 Non-Member: $55
This will be a creative and joyful class where everyone gets to make their own accordion-style concertina journal from the beginning. Will explore color, style, and creativity so that your journal will be a depiction of you. We will be using thick, padded poster board, watercolor, paper, and various materials for our covers.
All supplies will be provided
Artist Bio:
I’m a curious collage artist with a passion for acrylic and watercolor painting. I enjoy blending works with different styles, textures, colors, dynamic forms, and abstract expression. I love experimenting with collage papers to create rich, visual stories that explore balance, movement, and emotion. My love for concertina journals came from needing a journal that dries a bit more easily. And the accordion-style journals are wonderful for this!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/12/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Location: Studio 116
Members: $10 Non-Members: $12
Life Drawing Sessions
Life drawing is the activity of drawing the human body from a live model. The models are typically nude, but there may be sessions in which we have models in clothing. Life drawing is a great way to build your drawing skills. These sessions are not a class but facilitated sessions. The sessions are structured, and we have short as well as longer poses. The $10.00 fee is to provide payment to the model. The sessions will be held two times per month from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The space in the classroom can be tight, so we are requesting that you sign up for the sessions to ensure that everyone has enough space. Easels, tables, and chairs are provided.
Location: Studio 116
116 W. Blue Ridge Rd
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
10/13/2025 - 10/13/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, & 11/3
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Members: $190 Non-Members: $215
Feeling stuck or ready for a creative jolt? Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned artist, this dynamic 4-week workshop is designed to reignite your artistic spark and jump-start your practice. Led by creativity coach Robyn Crawford, you’ll dive into 12 hours of highly engaging, hands-on sessions that will stretch your imagination and awaken your inner artist.
Through playful cross-media experiments, energizing creative challenges, and select practices from The Artist’s Way, you’ll learn how to quiet your inner critic, rediscover joy in your process, and build momentum—one colorful step at a time. With fun (and optional!) “homePLAY” assignments to keep the inspiration flowing between classes, this experience is all about embracing curiosity and shaking up routine.
Spots are limited to just 12 participants, so don’t wait to claim your place in this summer’s most inspiring creative journey. Your art—and your soul—deserve it.
All materials are included.
Past participant comments:
“Robyn is a dynamic and enthusiastic teacher. Her class, 'Creative Kickstart', helped me to examine where I'm coming from with my art. It challenged me to think creatively in a variety of ways. The class encouraged me to be more self-aware, self-forgiving and to expand my borders when thinking creatively. Robyn gives lots of positive feedback for all art styles and skill levels.”
“The class is definitely for you if you like to both play and be challenged. Making yourself think outside the box opens up all sorts of possibilities. Robyn is energetic, supportive, creative, and fun. She brings out the best in you.”
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
10/14/2025
Instructor: Hanna Thompson
Date: 10/14/2025
Time: 12 pm - 2 pm
Member: $30 Non-Member: $35
Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun and festive cross-stitch workshop! Perfect for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike, this class will guide you through creating charming (or spooky!) Halloween designs, think pumpkins, ghosts, black cats, and bats.
All supplies are included, hoops, needles, thread, and patterns, so you can jump right in. By the end of class, you’ll have a frightfully fun piece of handmade décor to take home and the skills to keep stitching long after Halloween night.
No experience needed, just bring your love for Halloween and a playful spirit!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/15/2025
Instructor: Jean Dubreuil
Date: 10/15/2025
Time: 10 am - 11:30 am
Member: $80 Non-Member: $88
Turn your travels into lasting memories by learning how to sketch with watercolors as an alternative to snapping photos. This hands-on class will guide you through the essentials of travel sketching—helping you capture scenes quickly, creatively, and with your own personal touch.
You’ll explore:
- Choosing your subject & composition – what makes a strong sketch
- Drawing & perspective – using pencil or marker to set the foundation
- Color palettes – selecting warm or cool tones to set the mood
- Watercolor techniques – experimenting with dry-on-dry, wet-on-wet, or a mix of both
- Resist methods – adding texture and preserving highlights
- Working within a time limit – creating expressive sketches on the go
Artist Bio:
Jean-Pierre Dubreuil was born in France in 1952. His artistic talent developed as early as lower school, where his caricatures earned him many detentions. After perfectly boring business and law studies, he joined the corporate world that led him to live in multiple places in Europe, the Middle and Far-East and eventually the USA, first in Boston 35 years and now in Asheville. Most of his trips have been documented in pencil or watercolor sketches for the last 50 years.
In Boston, he was an active member of the Cambridge Art Association and United South End Artists, where he also taught watercolors. He is now is a member of the Asheville Gallery of Arts.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/16/2025
Instructor: Morgan Royalty
Date: 10/16/2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Member: $20 per class Non-Member: $25 per class
Join us every other Thursday for an awesome Art Club class with Mrs. Royalty! Each week, our students will broaden their artistic horizons by utilizing various mediums, materials, and processes! Students will be exploring, experimenting, and discovering the best parts about being an artist themselves!
October 2: We will start off Art Club by making your very own art journal! We will use this art journal at the beginning of each class to warm up our creativity and get us started for the day. This project allows the students to create a space where their self-expression can soar with little guidance. It also allows the students to transition from their day and really engage in their art time.
October 16: We will be playing an art game that I created called “Will It Paintbrush?”! I don’t want to give too much away...but get ready to experiment with new potential paintbrushes! This project will allow students to engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and a little bit of the scientific process. Students will experiment with different materials, decide what it means to create a piece, and discover new untraditional ways of creating their own future art!
October 30: Inspired by the artist Yayoi Kusama, we will be creating two pumpkins using two different artistic methods! Yayoi Kusama is the queen of dots, so there will be dots everywhere on this day! For the first project, students will practice form and their fine motor skills to create their own air-dry clay pumpkins. Then, students will be practicing shape, color, and space to create crazy cool circle-licious pumpkins for the second project.
Can’t join us for every class? That is okay! We would love to see you for every class, but you can sign up for a preferred class or all three classes. Each class is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. There are only 10 spots per class, so register now to claim your spot!
We can all learn, create, and grow together in the Royal Art Club! I can’t wait to see y’all there!
Artist Bio:
Morgan Royalty is a lifelong learner of the art world. As an art educator, she has the privilege of exploring as many art techniques as she can get her hands on. She received her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University and her Master of Art in Art Education at Boston University. A believer in process art, critical thinking, and inquiry-based art activities, she teaches that the process of art is deeper than the art itself. For the past five years, she has worked with homeschoolers in the Savannah, Georgia area to provide a way for students to learn while expressing themselves creatively. Morgan currently resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she has dreamed of living since she was a little girl. In 2025, she joined the WNC chapter of Preserving a Picturesque America and the Art League of Henderson County to take part in something bigger than herself. By highlighting the glorious nature around her, she is preserving history, supporting her local area and young artists, and enjoying new facets of the art world. She is always looking forward to her next art adventure!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/17/2025
Instructor: Heidi Brickhouse
Date: 10/17/2025
Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
Member: $65 Non-Member: $75
This class is an entry-level workshop where students will learn the brick stitch weave pattern to create a pair of earrings to take home. We will be using glass seed beads and go over all of the basic materials used to craft beaded pieces. All necessary materials will be provided, so all you need to do is come with a willingness to try something new!
As this course is just an introduction, I won’t dive too far into all of the various options and weave patterns. If you decide that this is a medium you enjoy and you want to know more, I have an advanced beginner class available on November 8th. In that course, we will go more in-depth with learning about other materials, common pitfalls, and how to fix them, and even how to create your own designs.
Artist Bio:
Heidi Brickhouse grew up in the mountains of western North Carolina. She found the beauty in her natural surroundings to be a driving force behind her artistic expression. Several years ago, she decided to explore more of our picturesque country by hitting the road full-time in her converted school bus. During her travels, she has been fortunate to experience a wide variety of landscapes and wildlife.
Living tiny drew Heidi to one of the smaller mediums you could choose, seed beads. Although she attended Appalachian State University for her B.S. in Commercial Photography, she is self-taught in the art form of bead weaving. She loves that the medium allows her to explore a vast field of colors and motifs while still creating something wearable and tangible.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/18/2025
Instructor: Patrice Pfeiffer
Date: 10/18/2025
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $65 Non-Member: $75
Take a break from the everyday and spend a few hours relaxing, creating, and having fun with mixed media art. In this hands-on class, you’ll transform small wooden boxes into playful Halloween-inspired treasures using layered papers, paint, and a variety of simple techniques. No experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and a love for making.
We’ll provide all the supplies, from colorful papers and paints to the little finishing touches that make each box unique. Along the way, you’ll discover how creative play can reduce stress, spark joy, and open the door to your imagination. By the end of class, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind piece of art that you can keep for yourself or gift to someone special.
This workshop is all about relaxing, exploring, and celebrating the fun of handmade art. Come create your own spooky little keepsake!
All supplies will be provided
Artist Bio:
I am a mixed media and collage artist who finds joy in transforming simple materials into meaningful works of art. For me, art is both a motivation and an emotional reset—when my hands are busy creating, my mind is free from worry and stress. My practice is rooted in the belief that things don’t have to be perfect to be enjoyable; the act of making is just as valuable as the finished piece.
Before moving to Etowah, North Carolina, I exhibited my art in several galleries in Florida and taught community art classes in Florida, where I discovered the power of shared creativity. Working alongside others, I saw how making together fosters connection, sparks imagination, and grounds us in the rhythms of everyday life.
Whether through layered collage, painted papers, or mixed media explorations, my work is an invitation to slow down, play, and see possibility in the materials around us. I continue to explore and teach with the hope of inspiring others to use their own creativity as a way to reset, recharge, and connect.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/19/2025
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Time: 1:30 pm- 4:00 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Members: Free Non-Members: $5
Did you know that 40 minutes of creating art lowers the level of cortisol (the stress hormone) in the body? Art really does heal, and it's fun, too. Join us on the third Sunday of the month to take a short creative break at our Collage Playshop. No experience is necessary.
Creating art is just playing with materials. Most of us might already have our supplies ready and organized, but just don't have or take the time to play and create! This free Sunday session offers the time, space, and supplies to encourage playing and creating to anyone who is interested.
Kate will provide an embarrassment of collage supplies (including magazines, catalogs, glue sticks, foundation, etc.) to get folks started. Attendees can bring something they're already working on, their own images, magazines, etc. (be sure to bring your own scissors!) Prompts will be offered, but it's completely up to you what you want to collage! This is a casual gathering to bring the community together to create art and everyone is welcome to join! Bring a friend!
This event is free but requires registration. There is a $5.00 room use fee that will be collected and given to the Art League.
10/23/2025
Instructor: Linda Hendricks and Shannon Pagano
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
Fee: $10 Donation
Are you an acrylic painter and would like to paint with others?
Bring your paints and your canvases and let's paint together! Join like-minded creatives for a two-hour facilitated Acrylic session. You can either paint what you want or get feedback from one of our studio acrylic artists. All levels of experience are welcome!
Please bring your own supplies
10/23/2025
Instructor: Morgan Royalty
Date: 10/23/2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Member: $20 per class Non-Member: $25 per class
Join us every other Thursday for an awesome Art Club class with Mrs. Royalty! Each week our students will broaden their artistic horizons by utilizing various mediums, materials, and processes! Students will be exploring, experimenting, and discovering the best parts about being an artist themselves!
October 9: We will start off Art Club by making your very own art journal! We will use this art journal at the beginning of each class to warm up our creativity and get us started for the day! This project allows the students to create a space where their self-expression can soar with no guidance. It also allows the students to transition from their day and really engage in their art time.
October 23: We will be playing an art game that I created called “Will It Paintbrush?”! I don’t want to give too much away, but get ready to experiment with new potential paintbrushes! This project will allow students to engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and a little bit of the scientific process. Students will experiment with different materials, decide what it means to create a piece, and discover new untraditional ways of creating their own future art!
Can’t join us for every class? That is okay! We would love to see you for every class, but you can sign up for a preferred class or all three classes. Each class is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. There are only 10 spots per class, so register now to claim your spot!
We can all learn, create, and grow together in the Royal Art Club! I can’t wait to see y’all there!
Artist Bio:
Morgan Royalty is a lifelong learner of the art world. As an art educator, she has the privilege of exploring as many art techniques as she can get her hands on. She received her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University and her Master of Art in Art Education at Boston University. A believer in process art, critical thinking, and inquiry-based art activities, she teaches that the process of art is deeper than the art itself. For the past five years, she has worked with homeschoolers in the Savannah, Georgia area to provide a way for students to learn while expressing themselves creatively. Morgan currently resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she has dreamed of living since she was a little girl. In 2025, she joined the WNC chapter of Preserving a Picturesque America and the Art League of Henderson County to take part in something bigger than herself. By highlighting the glorious nature around her, she is preserving history, supporting her local area and young artists, and enjoying new facets of the art world. She is always looking forward to her next art adventure!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/24/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 10/24/2025
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Member: $90 Non-Member: $110
Discover the exciting world of Gelli Plate printing in this beginner-friendly class, where no prior experience is needed! Using acrylic paints, you'll learn the basics of this fun and versatile mono-printing technique, creating unique prints on paper and fabric. All materials are provided, so you can jump right into the creative process.
Mono printing has a fascinating history, a method that dates back to the 17th century, and you will see why modern artists have embraced Gelli Plates for their ability to produce vibrant, textured designs. Throughout the class, you’ll experiment with color, texture, and layering to create stunning prints.
By the end of the session, you’ll have several completed prints to take home, plus the skills to transfer your designs onto other surfaces like fabric for projects like clothing, home decor, and more. Get ready to unlock your creativity and enjoy a new way to express yourself through printmaking!
Artist Bio:
Robyn Crawford studied at Emerson College, Massachusetts College of Art, and Rochester Institute of Technology’s School of Photographic Arts and Sciences. She has been a mixed media artist, photographer, teacher, and creativity coach for over 30 years and has exhibited work throughout the Carolinas. She loves working with new materials and finds that it shakes things up and generates new ideas in other mediums as well. She uses her own images, clay, acrylics, mosaics, handmade papers, hot glass, metal, resin, crystals, and more to create fun, colorful pieces of work that connect her to spirit.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/25/2025
Instructor: Diane Dean
Date: 10/25/2025
Time: 9 am - 12 pm
Fee: $95
Grant writing is both an art and a science—and now, it can also be smarter and more efficient with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This session introduces participants to practical ways AI can support the grant writing process, from brainstorming project narratives to polishing final submissions. Whether you’re a nonprofit seeking program funding or an artist applying for professional development support, this workshop will give you the tools to strengthen your applications.
Participants will learn how to:
- Use AI tools to generate and refine compelling project descriptions, needs statements, and impact language.
- Organize complex information into clear, funder-ready responses.
- Edit for clarity, consistency, and tone while keeping the authentic voice of the applicant.
- Save time on repetitive tasks such as formatting, summarizing past reports, and creating templates.
- Avoid pitfalls by understanding ethical use, accuracy checks, and the importance of human oversight.
By the end of the session, participants will leave with practical prompts, best practices, and confidence in how to integrate AI into their grant development process without losing the human creativity and strategy funders value.
Bring your laptop and some grant ideas to explore.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/26/2025
Instructor: Jennifer Conlon
Date: 10/26/2025
Time: 2 pm - 4 pm
Member: $75 Non-Member: $85
Let loose and get creatively playful in this watercolor workshop where we create one-of-a-kind watercolor greeting cards. Create abstract works of card art with watercolor, pen, marker, and colored pencils. Put a smile on someone’s face by creating and gifting them one of your works of art through the mail.
All supplies will be provided
Artist Bio:
I’m a collage and mixed media artist who loves mixing watercolor, acrylic, and vibrant papers into playful, one-of-a-kind creations. I love, helping other others do the same! Come join me to paint, splash, and explore while making your own unique watercolor greeting card.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/26/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Location: Studio 116
Members: $10 Non-Members: $12
Life Drawing Sessions
Life drawing is the activity of drawing the human body from a live model. The models are typically nude, but there may be sessions in which we have models in clothing. Life drawing is a great way to build your drawing skills. These sessions are not a class but facilitated sessions. The sessions are structured, and we have short as well as longer poses. The $10.00 fee is to provide payment to the model. The sessions will be held two times per month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. The space in the classroom can be tight, so we are requesting that you sign up for the sessions to ensure that everyone has enough space. Easels, tables, and chairs are provided.
Location: Studio 116
116 W. Blue Ridge Rd.
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
10/28/2025
Instructor: Diane Dean
Date: 10/28/2025
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $40 Non-Member: $45
Your artist statement, bio, and resume are essential tools for sharing your story and connecting with audiences. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use AI as a creative partner to craft polished, professional writing, including a 200-word artist statement, a 1,000-word expanded statement, and a strong artist bio/resume.
Laptops will be provided for in-class use, but please bring a thumb drive so you can save and take home your finished documents. If you already have an electronic version of your artist statement, please bring it along; it’s a great starting point for refining and expanding your materials.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with drafts you can refine and reuse, plus the skills to keep using AI to elevate your writing in the future. Whether you’re preparing for exhibitions, residencies, or simply want to better express your artistic vision, this workshop will give you the confidence and tools to put your best words forward.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/29/2025
Instructor: Diane Dean
Date: 10/29/2025
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $30 Non-Member: $35
Your artist statement, bio, and resume are essential tools for sharing your story and connecting with audiences. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use AI as a creative partner to craft polished, professional writing, including a 200-word artist statement, a 1,000-word expanded statement, and a strong artist bio/resume.
Please bring your own laptop to use during the session. If you already have an electronic version of your artist statement, bring that too; it’s a great starting point for refining and expanding your materials.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with drafts you can refine and reuse, plus the skills to keep using AI to elevate your writing in the future. Whether you’re preparing for exhibitions, residencies, or simply want to better express your artistic vision, this workshop will give you the confidence and tools to put your best words forward.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
10/30/2025
Instructor: Morgan Royalty
Date: 10/30/2025
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Member: $20 per class Non-Member: $25 per class
Join us every other Thursday for an awesome Art Club class with Mrs. Royalty! Each week, our students will broaden their artistic horizons by utilizing various mediums, materials, and processes! Students will be exploring, experimenting, and discovering the best parts about being an artist themselves!
October 2: We will start off Art Club by making your very own art journal! We will use this art journal at the beginning of each class to warm up our creativity and get us started for the day. This project allows the students to create a space where their self-expression can soar with little guidance. It also allows the students to transition from their day and really engage in their art time.
October 16: We will be playing an art game that I created called “Will It Paintbrush?”! I don’t want to give too much away...but get ready to experiment with new potential paintbrushes! This project will allow students to engage in problem-solving, critical thinking, and a little bit of the scientific process. Students will experiment with different materials, decide what it means to create a piece, and discover new untraditional ways of creating their own future art!
October 30: Inspired by the artist Yayoi Kusama, we will be creating two pumpkins using two different artistic methods! Yayoi Kusama is the queen of dots, so there will be dots everywhere on this day! For the first project, students will practice form and their fine motor skills to create their own air-dry clay pumpkins. Then, students will be practicing shape, color, and space to create crazy cool circle-licious pumpkins for the second project.
Can’t join us for every class? That is okay! We would love to see you for every class, but you can sign up for a preferred class or all three classes. Each class is $20 for Members and $25 for Non-Members. There are only 10 spots per class, so register now to claim your spot!
We can all learn, create, and grow together in the Royal Art Club! I can’t wait to see y’all there!
Artist Bio:
Morgan Royalty is a lifelong learner of the art world. As an art educator, she has the privilege of exploring as many art techniques as she can get her hands on. She received her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Winthrop University and her Master of Art in Art Education at Boston University. A believer in process art, critical thinking, and inquiry-based art activities, she teaches that the process of art is deeper than the art itself. For the past five years, she has worked with homeschoolers in the Savannah, Georgia area to provide a way for students to learn while expressing themselves creatively. Morgan currently resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina, where she has dreamed of living since she was a little girl. In 2025, she joined the WNC chapter of Preserving a Picturesque America and the Art League of Henderson County to take part in something bigger than herself. By highlighting the glorious nature around her, she is preserving history, supporting her local area and young artists, and enjoying new facets of the art world. She is always looking forward to her next art adventure!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
11/2/2025
Instructor: Kara Ashley-Gilmore
Date: 11/2/2025
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Members: $30 Non-Members: $35
Join us for a relaxing session of mindful art-making. We will incorporate the 7 principles of mindfulness while we use watercolors and drawing materials as tools for relaxation. You’ll be led through a series of creative mark-making exercises and grounding techniques, followed by a longer, meditative painting & mark-making session.
During this month’s session, we will use watercolor paints and mark-making tools to create layered nature-based patterns on paper.
Each session includes:
-A “Principles of Mindfulness for Art-Making” guide
-An opening mindfulness meditation
-A mark-making instruction template
-Bilateral drawing and breath work warm-up exercises
-An extended mindful mark-making & painting session
-A closing sharing circle
-March Session: Neurographic Art
-April Session: Petri Paintings
-May Session: Abstract Patterns
-September Session: Mandalas
-November Session: Nature Patterns
Beginner
Supplies:
All supplies will be provided and may include watercolor paints, various drawing pens, pencils, pastels, and acrylic paint markers. Bring your willingness to play, and your desire to connect and share!
Artist Bio:
Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Board-Certified Art Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at the Art Place Studios, in Hendersonville. As an artist, Kara paints intuitively, often incorporating bright colors with layers of paint, text, and collage, to process life and express themes of hope and encouragement. Art-making has always been an important part of her self-care, and her studio is her personal space to experiment and play. Ultimately, all of her work is about helping people be more creative, use their creativity for personal growth, and incorporate creativity into their daily lives. Her art therapy workshops are tailored to those who appreciate opportunities for creative exploration–with gentle guidance, in a nonjudgmental, quiet atmosphere.
11/6/2025
Instructor: Linda Hendricks and Shannon Pagano
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
Fee: $10 Donation
Are you an acrylic painter and would like to paint with others?
Bring your paints and your canvases and let's paint together! Join like-minded creatives for a two-hour facilitated Acrylic session. You can either paint what you want or get feedback from one of our studio acrylic artists. All levels of experience are welcome!
Please bring your own supplies
11/6/2025 - 11/7/2025
Instructor: Evie Lennon
Date: 11/6 - 11/7
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Members: $90 Non-Members: $100
A Rich Alternative to “Sip and Paint” – For Artists Without a Lane
This Cubist Still Life workshop offers a fresh, immersive experience for experienced adult creatives ready to reconnect with life-drawing in new, unexpected ways. Participants are provided with curated still-life arrangements and unique materials like wallpaper scraps and vintage ephemera, acrylic paint, permanent glue sticks, etc. Instead of step-by-step templates, techniques for building bold compositions and mastering value contrast are offered.
Enjoy energizing creativity in a warm, judgment-free space. All materials provided – or bring your own flair.
Intermediate
Supplies: Provided
Artist Bio:
Evie Lennon received a BFA from Washington University School of Fine Arts in St. Louis, a M.A. in Studio Arts from University of Missouri, Kansas City, and holds a Lifetime Teaching Certificate, Art K-12 from Avila University. Her nearly 20 year teaching career spans from kindergarten to undergraduate, and includes Kansas City Art Institute and chairing the Art Department at Paseo Academy of Fine and Performing Arts. She has had solo exhibits in St. Louis, Kansas City, Tulsa, Atlanta, and Minneapolis. Evie Lennon wrote and illustrated the best-selling art journaling guide, “DRAWING Comfort for Chronic Conditions.”
11/6/2025
Time: 5 pm - 7 pm
Location: Art Place Studios
Members: $10 Non-Members: $10
Join us for a creative evening of memory-making at our Scrapbooking Club! Whether you're a seasoned scrapbooker or just getting started, this is the perfect space to connect, craft, and capture your favorite moments. This is not a class, it's a club. The fee is a donation for supplies and tools, allowing us to continue growing and collecting fun materials.
What’s Provided: We'll have a variety of tools on hand for you to use.
What to Bring: Your own notebook or scrapbook, photos, and any personal supplies or embellishments you'd like to include in your pages.
Come with your creativity and leave with something beautiful!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
11/8/2025
Instructor: Kara Ashley-Gilmore
Date: 11/8/2025
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Members: $50 Non-Members: $60
"For it is not joy that makes us grateful; it is gratitude that makes us joyful.”
-Brother David Steindl-Rast
A “Gratitude bowl” can be part of forming a daily gratitude practice or ritual. Gratitude practices have been found to create physical changes in our brains. It’s not about denying reality, or only thinking happy thoughts, as most critics claim. It’s a way to create some space between our automatic thoughts and our feelings. It helps us pause long enough to notice how we have been thinking about our lives, and it provides an opportunity to take a slightly different perspective.
During this “Gratitude Bowl” making workshop, we will form our bowls using plaster gauze and decorate with scraps of paper and paint. Once complete, you may use your bowls to hold little reminders of all the wonderful things you are thankful for throughout the year.
All supplies will be provided, and may include various papers, paints, collage materials, adhesives, plaster gauze, and bowl “armatures”. Bring your willingness to play, and your desire to connect and share!
Beginner
Artist Bio:
Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Art Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at the Art Place Studios, in Hendersonville. As an artist, Kara paints intuitively, often incorporating bright colors with layers of paint, text, and collage, to process life and express themes of hope and encouragement. Art-making has always been an important part of her self-care, and her studio is her personal space to experiment and play. Ultimately, all of her work is about helping people be more creative, use their creativity for personal growth, and incorporate creativity into their daily lives. Her art therapy workshops are tailored to those who appreciate opportunities for creative exploration–with gentle guidance–in a non-judgemental, quiet atmosphere.
11/9/2025
Instructor: Lauren Brown
Date: 11/9/2025
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Member: $85 Non-Member: $95
We all have inner demons - voices within that tell us we aren't good enough, experiences from our past we feel haunted by, tendencies we can never seem to get a handle on... demons like fear, insecurity, rage, or anxiety. In this workshop, participants will identify their own unique family of inner demons and focus on one of them to develop into a small stuffed creature. At the end of the workshop, all of the demons will convene for a conference, where each participant can expect to gain fresh insight about their relationship to this particular part of their psyche and hopefully leave with tools for how to better manage it.
No sewing experience necessary.
All materials will be provided.
Artist Bio:
Lauren is an artist and registered nurse. She received her BFA from Georgian Court University and her MFA from the Art Institute of Boston. She has worked with a variety of media and within an eclectic range of environments. She co-founded a community art space in Philadelphia, which hosted over 20 city-wide exhibitions. She worked part-time for many years in the art therapy department of an inpatient clinic, and along with the art therapist, she co-founded a program that offered classes utilizing art to further self-exploration and expression. In her personal artwork, she works mainly in watercolor and printmaking. She lives in Hendersonville with her husband, two daughters, dog, and a bunch of chickens.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
11/9/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Location: Studio 116
Members: $10 Non-Members: $12
Life Drawing Sessions
Life drawing is the activity of drawing the human body from a live model. The models are typically nude, but there may be sessions in which we have models in clothing. Life drawing is a great way to build your drawing skills. These sessions are not a class but facilitated sessions. The sessions are structured, and we have short as well as longer poses. The $10.00 fee is to provide payment to the model. The sessions will be held two times per month from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The space in the classroom can be tight, so we are requesting that you sign up for the sessions to ensure that everyone has enough space. Easels, tables, and chairs are provided.
Location: Studio 116
116 W. Blue Ridge Rd
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
11/13/2025
Instructor: Linda Hendricks and Shannon Pagano
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
Fee: $10 Donation
Are you an acrylic painter and would like to paint with others?
Bring your paints and your canvases and let's paint together! Join like-minded creatives for a two-hour facilitated Acrylic session. You can either paint what you want or get feedback from one of our studio acrylic artists. All levels of experience are welcome!
Please bring your own supplies
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
11/14/2025
Instructor: Heidi Brickhouse
Date: 11/14/2025
Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
Member: $80 Non-Member: $90
This class is geared towards those seeking a more in-depth experience with beadwork and to build upon their introductory skills! We will be creating a pair of earrings to take home. I highly recommend taking the introduction to beadwork class prior to taking the advanced beginner. If you did not sign up for the first class, that’s okay! I just ask that you become familiar with the steps of completing basic brick stitch weaving prior to the class. I will do a review of the brick stitch but prior knowledge will help everyone advance to the more technical part of this class. We will learn how to create rows where we “add” and “subtract” beads from the stitch. I will also introduce the concept behind other weave patterns like the peyote stitch and square stitch.
All materials will be provided, and this workshop will introduce new materials such as Miyuki seed beads, thread of different weight and gauge, thread guards, and pattern templates.
Artist Bio:
Heidi Brickhouse grew up in the mountains of western North Carolina. She found the beauty in her natural surroundings to be a driving force behind her artistic expression. Several years ago, she decided to explore more of our picturesque country by hitting the road full-time in her converted school bus. During her travels, she has been fortunate to experience a wide variety of landscapes and wildlife.
Living tiny drew Heidi to one of the smaller mediums you could choose, seed beads. Although she attended Appalachian State University for her B.S. in Commercial Photography, she is self-taught in the art form of bead weaving. She loves that the medium allows her to explore a vast field of colors and motifs while still creating something wearable and tangible.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
11/15/2025
Instructor: Miranda Wildman
Date: 11/15/2025
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Members: $95 Non-Members: $105
Join us for a magical and relaxing afternoon of art making where Miranda will share her shadow painting techniques with you by way of the delightful use of watercolor paints, pencils, and various papers to create enchanting art pieces inspired by shadows. Together, we will explore the mesmerizing interplay of lights, captivating shadows, intriguing shapes, and vibrant colors as we playfully engage with beautiful botanicals as our inspiration. All of this unfolds while we bask in the cozy glow of the wonderful atmosphere that Miranda lovingly prepares for us.
Miranda will provide all the materials you need to create several artworks on good-quality paper.
We warmly welcome participants of all levels of experience, from beginners to seasoned artists. Miranda will provide step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions
Miranda believes art is for everyone! Making art together in a space without judgment challenges pre-conceived notions and inspires dialogue, cultivating understanding and compassion.
Artist Bio:
Who is Miranda? I grew up in a cozy Vermont town, basking in nature's changing beauty. Creating art with my mom and friends sparked my imagination and led me to the Maine College of Art, where I continued to appreciate New England’s lush landscapes. My journey then took me to Western North Carolina, a vibrant place that fuels my creativity, drawing inspiration from its biodiversity and community connections.Through my artistic endeavors, I have come to understand that our ties with one another and with nature are essential. In a world where capitalism often encourages us to see ourselves as isolated individuals, I believe in breaking down those barriers. Art-making and appreciation belong to everyone, transcending titles and credentials. Engaging with art is a way for us to reconnect—not only with each other but with the earth itself.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
11/16/2025
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Time: 1:30 pm- 4:00 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Members: Free Non-Members: $5
Did you know that 40 minutes of creating art lowers the level of cortisol (the stress hormone) in the body? Art really does heal, and it's fun, too. Join us on the third Sunday of the month to take a short creative break at our Collage Playshop. No experience is necessary.
Creating art is just playing with materials. Most of us might already have our supplies ready and organized, but just don't have or take the time to play and create! This free Sunday session offers the time, space, and supplies to encourage playing and creating to anyone who is interested.
Kate will provide an embarrassment of collage supplies (including magazines, catalogs, glue sticks, foundation, etc.) to get folks started. Attendees can bring something they're already working on, their own images, magazines, etc. (be sure to bring your own scissors!) Prompts will be offered, but it's completely up to you what you want to collage! This is a casual gathering to bring the community together to create art and everyone is welcome to join! Bring a friend!
This event is free but requires registration. There is a $5.00 room use fee that will be collected and given to the Art League.
11/17/2025
Instructor: Kara Ashley-Gilmore
Date: 11/17/2025
Members: $50 Non-Members: $60
What does it mean to feel at home? And how do we cultivate this feeling in the midst of change and uncertainty?
During this art therapy workshop, we will explore the meaning and feeling of home. You'll create a personal cut-and-folded book, using color, texture, collage, found images, paint, and text, to build a tangible representation of your inner sanctuary.
Art Therapy Workshops are an opportunity to explore a particular theme or concept and are designed to encourage creative play, self-care, emotional expression, and connection with self and others. This workshop will consist of an opening check-in, open art-making time (connected to the theme), and a closing circle for sharing our art.
Like all art-making, this Art Therapy Workshop may be therapeutic, but it is not a substitute for therapy. Privacy in the Art Place Studio classroom is not guaranteed. We ask that all attendees keep confidentiality: Don’t share other group members’ stories or personal information without express permission. You are welcome to share your experiences and insights using “I-statements,” but refrain from advice-giving or problem-solving for others unless specifically requested.
All supplies will be provided, and may include various papers, magazines, craft paints, collage materials, colored pencils, watercolor paints, markers, and oil pastels. No art experience is required. The focus is on the process, exploration, discovery, and play.
Artist Bio:
Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Art Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at the Art Place Studios in Hendersonville. As an artist, Kara paints intuitively, often incorporating bright colors with layers of paint, text, and collage, to process life and express themes of hope and encouragement. Art-making has always been an important part of her self-care, and her studio is her personal space to experiment and play. Ultimately, all of her work is about helping people be more creative, use their creativity for personal growth, and incorporate creativity into their daily lives. Her art therapy workshops are tailored to those who appreciate opportunities for creative exploration, with gentle guidance, in a nonjudgmental, quiet atmosphere.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
11/20/2025
Instructor: Linda Hendricks and Shannon Pagano
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
Fee: $10 Donation
Are you an acrylic painter and would like to paint with others?
Bring your paints and your canvases and let's paint together! Join like-minded creatives for a two-hour facilitated Acrylic session. You can either paint what you want or get feedback from one of our studio acrylic artists. All levels of experience are welcome!
Please bring your own supplies
11/23/2025
Instructor: Jennifer Conlon
Date: 11/23/2025
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Members: $65 Non-Members: $75
Celebrate the holiday season with creativity and color!
In this festive class, you’ll learn to design and paint whimsical abstract Christmas greeting cards using watercolor techniques and fine-tip markers. Perfect for beginners and those with some experience, the workshop combines guided instruction with ample room for playful experimentation. By the end, you’ll leave with unique, hand-painted cards, perfect for sharing your own artistic holiday cheer!
Class Level: Intermediate
Artist Bio:
I’m a mixed Media collage artist who loves the whimsy and meditation of watercolor painting. It’s such a beautiful and freeing practice, especially around the holidays when the air is buzzing with energy! Let’s get together for a holiday celebration to create Christmas greeting cards for the ones we love!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
12/6/2025 - 12/7/2025
Instructor: Evie Lennon
Date: 12/6 - 12/7
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Members: $90 Non-Members: $100
In this soulful weekend class, you’ll repurpose old license plates and vintage map atlases into a richly layered art journal—part sketchbook, part written reflection, part passport to future adventures. A combination of guided imagery, and writing, and art prompts are designed to help you tap into a deeper appreciation for where you’ve been and greater clarity about where you are headed next.
Intermediate
Supplies: Provided
Artist Bio:
Led by Evie Lennon, author and illustrator of the best-selling art journaling guide “Drawing Comfort for Chronic Conditions.” Mapping an internal emotional journey is your license to create a one-of-a-kind journal for yourself or someone you love.
12/21/2025
Instructor: Miranda Wildman
Date: 12/21/2025
Time: 4 pm - 7 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $66
Celebrate the joy of the Winter Solstice with a cheerful, creative gathering. We’ll craft glowing lamps and tabletop lanterns using upcycled, recycled, and vibrantly colorful materials, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary pieces of light and magic. Each lamp or lantern will shine as a symbol of renewal and new beginnings. No experience needed—just bring your spark and enjoy a playful, uplifting process while you connect and engage with new and old friends. All materials provided, along with sparkling wine and fizzy water, as we enjoy making art and the return of the light together.
Hint: these lamps and lanterns will make perfect holiday gifts!
Miranda believes that art is for everyone. Making art together in a space without judgment challenges pre-conceived notions and inspires dialogue, cultivating understanding and compassion.
Artist Bio:
Who is Miranda? I grew up in a cozy Vermont town, basking in nature's changing beauty. Creating art with my mom and friends sparked my imagination and led me to the Maine College of Art, where I continued to appreciate New England’s lush landscapes. My journey then took me to Western North Carolina, a vibrant place that fuels my creativity, drawing inspiration from its biodiversity and community connections. Through my artistic endeavors, I have come to understand that our ties with one another and with nature are essential. In a world where capitalism often encourages us to see ourselves as isolated individuals, I believe in breaking down those barriers. Art-making and appreciation belong to everyone, transcending titles and credentials. Engaging with art is a way for us to reconnect—not only with each other but with the earth itself.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
1/5/2026 - 1/26/2026
Instructor: Mary Alice Braukman
Dates: 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26
Time: 10 am - 4 pm (1-hour Lunch Break)
Member: $540 Non-Member: $595
This workshop is designed to encourage you to take your art in new directions. The class will be working with a wide variety of mediums, colors, collage, and experimenting on different surfaces with various transfer techniques. Each student will be encouraged to find his or her unique personal direction, whether working abstractly or representational. Individual guidance and critiques will be offered daily, as well as a class critique on the final day.
This class is open to anyone who would like to explore mixed media techniques, layering, collage, transfers, and how to apply these into your paintings. If you feel you are stuck, let's hope this will open up new ideas. Ask yourself “what if” and begin exploring those ideas.
Creativity is bigger than you.
Curiosity is the basis of creativity.
If you have passion for art that’s you.
If you’ve lost it you can get it back with curiosity,
EVERYONE CAN BE CREATIVE … YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE CREATIVE
-Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic
Supply List:
Brushes:
- I like using flat brushes: 1`”, 2”, 3”- or larger.
- Foam brushes or inexpensive ones for glue etc.
- Prefer Golden fluid acrylics and their heavy body ones, but I do use some Liquitex. Golden’s colors are best.
- Nichol Azo Gold or Quinacridone Orange or both
- Quinacridone Magenta, or Red, Phthalo Turquoise
- Black (gesso or paint)White (gesso or paint)
Note: (These are three transparent colors that I will show how you can make all your colors and never have mud. BUT - Bring any you like using. - how you can tell if the color is transparent: If you paint a color over a black line the opaques will cover it but if transparent you will see black line.)
Painting material:
- 1 (Two) Birchwood cradles 16” x 16” or Panels 16” x 16” Can use canvas if you prefer. I’m rough on them and I like the wooden panels or cradles. If you cannot find the16” ones - Then any square but not smaller then 10” x 10” or larger than 20” x 20”
- If you have an old painting you would like to re-work - bring them along. I love painting over old paintings and giving them new life. We will be doing collage in this class!
- Freezer Paper (grocery store) or palette paper - prefer you not use paper or plastic plates
- Scissors or X-acto or single edge razor blade
- Colored pencils/crayons - I prefer Stabilo pencils and crayons also like oil pastels (Many of these supplies i will have and you are welcome to try.)
- Gloss Fluid and Matt Fluid Mediums
- On loan: Gator Boards for support of your collage substrates
- Collage materials but the student may bring their own pieces.
- Black India ink (small container)
- Newspapers
- A magazine (Architectural Digest, Better Homes and Gardens, etc.)
- Rags to use for buffing and cleaning your brush
- Paper towels
- Scrapers (old credit cards, room keys, or and thing you use to scrape paint even shapers.)
- Sketch book one with paper that will take paint. I like the spiral ones - they will lay flat.
- Sand Paper (fine and medium)
- If you have a brayer, bring it.
- Masking tape - the blue 1 or 2”
- Shipping tape - transparent 2” wide or 3”
- Geli plate if you have one. I have 5 and we can share do not buy one.
Many of these items can be found at Walmart, The Dollar Store, Michaels, and Lowe's. Starving Artists carries all of these as well as Jerry’s Art Online.
Most important material:
COME WITH AN OPEN MIND. READY TO EXPLORE AND OPEN NEW DIRECTIONS IN YOUR WORK..WHAT IF?
GO WITH IT!
Any questions, feel free to call or text or email me.
Mary Alice Braukman - 727/418-3041 braukman@me.com
Artist Bio:
Braukman, a native Floridian, now makes her home in Pisgah Forest, NC.
She is a member of the Florida Watercolor Society and holds signature status in the National Watercolor Society. Mary Alice has a Bachelor of Science degree in Art Education and Fine Arts from Florida State University. She continued graduate studies at the University of Colorado and Eckerd College in the Tampa Bay area. She is a past president of the Florida Watercolor Society and was director of the Kanuga Water-media Workshops for 15 years. Mary Alice was invited to be guest editor of the American Artist Magazine’s Special Issue: Experimental Approaches to Water-media and Watercolor in 2001. In 2022 she was one of three selected jurors of the National Watercolor Society International Open Exhibition and served in selecting those receiving their NWS signature status. As a painter Mary Alice’s primary focus is on texture and color. Her life experiences and everyday visions get filtered through her artistic eye and transformed into an abstract body of work. Her experiences come forth in a myriad of techniques - a pour of transparent colors or by layers of collage and brush strokes which she unearths the colors beneath bringing color and texture into her paintings. She believes a painter must paint the way he or she feels - they must paint in spite of themselves not the way you think you should paint. There is no one method that will guarantee success or acceptance in a show - it is not that simple. The painter paints because it is who they are - it is their journey.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
1/10/2026
Instructor: Susan McChesney
Date: 1/10/2026
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $110 Non-Member: $120
Experience a contemporary interpretation of Oshibana, the Japanese tradition of creating art with pressed plant material. Learn all the techniques and tricks with flowers: pressing, unpressing, storing, creating art and sealing will be included in hands on activities with take-home technique materials including a pressing packet and storage sleeve, and resource information. Create a 2D collage 5”x7”, sealed with lamination, matted and sleeved. Experiment with gel medium sealing on 3D wood and cardboard surfaces. Instructional and experiential session for 3 hours with an optional 4th hour of working studio time offered.
All materials included.
Beginners encouraged.
Artist Bio:
Susan McChesney is a pressed flower artist living, making art, and teaching her techniques in western NC. A longtime educator, she worked for 24 years at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Using pressed petals like strokes of paint, she creates landscape images reminiscent of WNC. Producing originals, prints, note cards, and jigsaw puzzles, her work is available in a variety of WNC galleries and shops in addition to her website Shop. She also presses Special Occasion Bouquets on commission.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791