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"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
Online Registration has closed for this event
Life Drawing
11/23/2025
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
Mini Masterpiece
11/23/2025
Instructor: Jennifer Conlon
Date: 11/23/2025
Time: 2 pm - 4:30 pm
Member: $55 Non-Member: $65
Join me for this fun and whimsical class where we’ll explore playful color combinations and lively patterns on collage paper to create mini masterpieces within small acrylic frames. You’ll be guided through the creative process step-by-step while experimenting with texture, layering, and design.
These charming little pieces can be used as a paperweight, a drink coaster, a unique gift, or simply enjoyed as a 3-D piece of art that sparks joy and starts conversations. No experience necessary, just bring your creativity and curiosity. All supplies are provided!
Artist Bio:
I’m a mixed Media collage artist who truly loves an abstract perspective. Being caught in the moment of artistic and creative expression is my favorite place to be. Come join me for the “Mini Masterpiece” class, where we create a brilliant piece on a Sunday afternoon.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
A LOTTO Art 2025 - Artwork Donation Registration
11/29/2025
A LOTTO Art - Let's make this another Masterpiece Fundraiser!
Event Date: Saturday, November 29th, 5:00 pm
Location: Art Place Gallery
Artwork donations will be accepted up to November 27th, and are preferred by November 4th.
Tickets can be sold at the door if we have enough artwork to cover tickets.
Help to make our annual 'A LOTTO Art' an even bigger success! You can help us make this work by donating a piece of art, or better yet, several pieces of your work, valued at a minimum of $250.00.
Our goal is to have 100 works at a minimum, but we'd love to have more. Artwork can be 2-D or 3-D, or a collection, for example, multiple pieces of jewelry or pottery. We will have feature stories in several print publications, exposure in a variety of online event websites, including our local Visit Hendersonville, NC online event listing, plus our own social media campaign. This is a great demonstration to our community that our members are passionate about contributing to our success. You can still donate up until two days before the event and drop your piece off to be in the exhibit as it grows right up until the drawing! You can complete this registration without uploading an image and providing artwork details to hold your place for when you select your work. Your artwork images and info will not, obviously, appear on the website until you complete that step.
Here’s how the lottery-style event works:
Art League Artists donate artwork that would normally sell for a minimum of $250, and some have already donated artwork valued considerably higher. Art collectors and enthusiasts can purchase a “LOTTO” ticket for $100. Each ticket entitles the holder to take home a piece or collection of artwork for just $100, regardless of the value of the painting! Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis online through the Art League website or at the Gallery at Art Place. Ticket holders can preview the available artwork on the Art League website and in an exhibit opening on November 7th. The live LOTTO event will be held on Saturday, November 29th, where LOTTO ticket numbers will be called in random order and ticket holders choose their "prize" artwork. You can still donate up until November 27th and drop your piece off to be in the exhibit as it grows right up until the drawing!
The more art pieces donated, the more tickets we can sell. Let's make this a masterpiece in generosity!
Location: Art Place
Registration ends on 11/27/2025
A LOTTO Art 2025 Tickets
11/29/2025 - 11/29/2025
Location: Art Place Gallery
Please print your confirmation email. This will be your ticket. We will also haver a print out of ticket holders at the event and you will be assigned your Lottery Number. Thank you for supporting the A LOTTO Art Fund Raiser.
Lightbulb Workshop
12/3/2025
Instructor: Patricia Sweet
Date: 12/3/2025
Time: 2 am - 4 pm
Member: $65 Non-Member: $75
The instructor is proficient in Oil, Acrylic, and Watercolors. All other mediums are welcome.
The Struggle is Real! A workshop to take for that “Lightbulb” moment that will change the course of your painting forever!
Every, and I mean EVERY artist, long-standing professionals to beginners, has something they feel they just can't figure out about why the painting isn't doing what they want it to do. Let’s get that artistic toolbox out and see if we can learn how to get it right the way you want your art to be.
This is a great painting workshop for everyone, regardless of medium. This workshop relies on focusing on fundamentals (composition, color theory, values), having an open mindset for experimentation, and addressing specific medium-related challenges.
Bring what ever supplies you want!
Artist Bio:
Masterfully capturing the romantic beauty of nature, nationally acclaimed artist Patricia Sweet paints with a passion that radiates her reverence for the natural world. Sweet emphasizes dynamic light and atmosphere in her paintings. After two decades of painting el plein air, Sweet continues to travel the world capturing fleeting moments on canvas, participating in distinguished national exhibitions, Plein Air Competitions, and loves sharing her abilities as an instructor to students of all levels.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville
Shibori-Dyed Silk Furoshiki Gift Wraps
12/3/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 12/3/2025
Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Bellwether's Landing, 411 7th Ave. Hendersonville
Members: $55 Non-members: $65
Location: Bellwether's Landing
411 7th Ave.
Hendersonville, NC
Watercolor Landscape Workshop
12/3/2025
Instructor: Patricia Sweet
Date: 12/3/2025
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Member: $65 Non-Member: $75
Discover how to create luminous, expressive landscapes with depth, mood, and gentle drama in this atmospheric watercolor workshop. Designed for artists who want to explore bold yet soft landscape techniques, this class introduces foundational watercolor skills while embracing the magic of layered color, light, and natural movement.
Through guided demonstrations and hands-on practice, you'll learn to:
Expect a supportive, creative environment where experimentation is encouraged and “happy accidents” are welcomed. You'll walk away with new skills, practice studies, and the confidence to continue creating expressive landscapes at home.
What to Bring
Paints:
Artist Bio:
Masterfully capturing the romantic beauty of nature, nationally acclaimed artist Patricia Sweet paints with a passion that radiates her reverence for the natural world. Sweet emphasizes dynamic light and atmosphere in her paintings. After two decades of painting el plein air, Sweet continues to travel the world capturing fleeting moments on canvas, participating in distinguished national exhibitions, Plein Air Competitions, and loves sharing her abilities as an instructor to students of all levels.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville
Acrylics Without Boundaries
12/4/2025
Scrapbooking Club
12/4/2025
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
Winter Festoonery
12/5/2025
Instructor: Kara Ashley-Gilmore and Miranda Wildman
Date: 12/5/2025
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
❄️ Step into the magic of the season! ❄️
Join artists Miranda Wildman and Kara Ashley-Gilmore for a festive afternoon of Winter Festoonery!
Gather your friends and celebrate the holidays by creating joyful crafts from upcycled and recycled materials. We'll have a cozy afternoon of seasonal craft-making, turning forgotten items into beautiful treasures like:
✨ Festive Garlands!
✨ Whimsical Cardboard Gingerbread Houses!
✨ Colorful Folded Star Ornaments!
All materials will be provided, but pre-registration is required so we can have enough for every creator. A $5 cash donation is suggested to help cover supply costs.
Don't miss out on the winter fun! We can't wait to see you there! ❄️
Artist's Bios:
Kara Ashley-Gilmore and Miranda Wildman are artists and creative facilitators dedicated to helping people connect with their inner world through art. Kara, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist, believes in using our innate creativity for wellness and healing. She is a seasoned professional who has developed programs that guide others through self-discovery and emotional processing.
Miranda, a mixed-media artist, draws inspiration from the natural world of Western North Carolina. She believes art-making and appreciation are for everyone, serving as a powerful tool to reconnect with each other and with nature. She challenges the idea that art is reserved for a select few, emphasizing that creative expression can break down barriers and foster a sense of community and belonging.
Together, Kara and Miranda bring a unique blend of clinical expertise and intuitive, community-focused artistry to their workshops, offering a non-judgmental and supportive space for creative exploration and personal growth.
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
Annual Membership Meeting
12/7/2025
Date: Sunday, December 7
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: VFW Hedrick–Rhodes Building
900 N. Main Street (near Pop’s Diner)
Join us for our Annual Art League Membership Meeting as we come together to reflect on the past year, share updates, review membership survey results, and look ahead to our plans for 2026. This gathering is an important moment for connection, conversation, and shaping the future of our organization.
Your registration helps us plan seating, materials, and refreshments.
We look forward to spending this meaningful afternoon with you and celebrating the year ahead.
Location: VFW Hedrick–Rhodes Building
900 N. Main Street
Hendersonville
Collage Your Own Holiday Card!
12/7/2025
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Date: 12/7/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3:30 pm
Come get into the holiday spirit! Join us to create your own collaged holiday card! Everything is provided (magazines, scissors, glue, matte board), but you may want to bring some of your own holiday images.
All Supplies Provided!
Artist Bio:
Kate Stockman is a multi-media artist, creating assemblage jewelry, bookbinding, and mixed media art. She relishes seeing others blossom as they create art!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Watercolor Silhouette
12/7/2025
Instructor: Lauren Brown
Date: 12/7/2025
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Member: $70 Non-Member: $80
In this course, you will bring an image of something or someone meaningful to you. We will work to create a compelling outline of this image on watercolor paper, then fill it with an intuitive watercolor landscape or abstraction that reflects the feeling or emotion the item or person holds for you. Watercolor techniques will be taught and discussed.
Beginner
Supply List:
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 chickens.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Alcohol Ink Ornaments
12/8/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 12/8/2025
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $75
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Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
Alcohol Ink Ornaments
12/8/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 12/8/2025
Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $75
Robyn Crawford (https://
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
Cross Stitch Class - Christmas
12/9/2025
Instructor: Hanna Thompson
Date: 12/9/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Member: $40 Non-Member: $45
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Flow & Glow Fluid Acrylics!
12/9/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 12/9/2025
Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $75
Have you ever wanted to try out some of the cool fluid acrylics you have seen online? Have you given it a whirl and made a muddy mess? Come create your own fun explosions of color with a twist. We will be using fluorescent paints and a black light to get our GLOW on! Super fun, no experience necessary, and no mess at your house! Robyn will demonstrate some beginner techniques and have all the materials you need to go home with 2 canvases. One 8x10 and one 11x14. Come in your play clothes!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
Create Your Own Flag Book!
12/10/2025
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Date: 12/10/2025
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $45 Non-Member: $50
With simple materials and attention to detail, we'll move step by step into creating a flag book, so called because its pages are small, like flags. I created one (pictured) entitled "Flags" and listed some of the times when I saw red flag warnings that I did not pay attention to at the time. I added white flags of wonderful events that have occurred in my life. There is also a pocket for extra flags for future events.
We'll have plenty of time to creatively play. What might your flag book display? Gardens? Trees? Grand kids? Family? Animals? What is one of your passions? Or maybe a word to explore. Or yin/yang comparisons. Come to class with a topic or create a book to fill in later. I will provide all supplies; however, students will need to provide their own tools as well as special images they want to include. If you want to bring images, feel free. I will have some adhesives.
BYO tools:
Artist Bio:
Kate Stockman relishes creating and teaching, and she is happiest when she is doing both at the same time. A bookbinder, Kate is also an assemblage jewelry artist focusing on vintage sterling silver and a collage/paper artist. She calls her work "Touch Stones Anecdotal Art (each piece tells a story; perhaps it touches your story)". Kate believes that all art is a vessel of self-expression and designs her classes to honor that belief, creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for all.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
Sketching with Watercolor
12/11/2025
Instructor: Jean Dubreuil
Date: 12/11/2025
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
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
Intro to Artist Trading Cards (ATCs)
12/12/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 12/12/2025
Time: 10 am - 2 pm
Member: $90 Non-Member: $110
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
Watercolor Holiday Card Workshop
12/13/2025
Instructor: Jennifer Conlon
Date: 12/13/2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Members: $55 Non-Members: $65
Get into the Holiday spirit with a cozy, creative, and enjoyable afternoon of watercolor painting! Learn simple techniques to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind greeting cards that will delight the receiver. No experience needed. Beginner and Intermediate. Bring your holiday cheer, and all supplies will be provided! Enjoy festive music and make something from the heart!
Class Level: Beginner 
Artist Bio:
I’m a mixed media abstract artist who loves exploring color, texture, shapes, values, and whimsy. Inspired by nature and the beauty of imperfections, I enjoy the process of creative discovery and happy accidents. I love teaching others and watching them connect to their inner, creative imagination.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Christmas Sugar Cookie Decorating
12/14/2025
Instructor: Jeanine Rousso
Date: 12/14/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Member: $45 Non-Member: $50
Edible art at its finest. In this workshop, you'll trade your paintbrushes for piping bags to learn sugar cookie decorating skills, creating four delicious masterpieces to take with you. You will learn how to outline and flood with royal icing as well as other impressive techniques to make your cookies almost too beautiful to eat...almost. This class is perfect for beginners; kids and adults are welcome.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville
Life Drawing
12/14/2025
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
12/18/2025
Collage Playshop
12/21/2025
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.
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
Life Drawing
12/28/2025
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
Scrapbooking Club
1/1/2026
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
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
Animation 101
1/6/2026
Instructor: Charles Michael
Date: 1/6/2026
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $20 Non-Member: $25
Animation is a powerful artistic medium, and in this course, students will learn both the craft and the creative thinking behind it. We’ll explore storytelling, character development, sound, movement, and visual style, all while working toward an original animated short film or cartoon series of each student’s own creation.
By the end of the program, a student who has stayed engaged from start to finish will have the skills and confidence to produce a complete animated project, and the ability to recognize and appreciate animation as an expressive art form, not just a technique.
Software & Tools:
All software used in this class is 100% free:
Students must bring:
With a focus on both the technical skills and the creative mindset of a skilled animator, this course is designed to be exciting, supportive, and accessible for beginners and growing artists alike.
The instructor will teach every technique used in the production of their award-submitted short film, Disabled World (students are welcome to watch it in advance if they’d like: Disabled World)
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville
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
Life Drawing
1/11/2026
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
Collage Playshop
1/18/2026
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.
Animation 101
1/20/2026
Instructor: Charles Michael
Date: 1/20/2026
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $20 Non-Member: $25
Animation is a powerful artistic medium, and in this course, students will learn both the craft and the creative thinking behind it. We’ll explore storytelling, character development, sound, movement, and visual style, all while working toward an original animated short film or cartoon series of each student’s own creation.
By the end of the program, a student who has stayed engaged from start to finish will have the skills and confidence to produce a complete animated project, and the ability to recognize and appreciate animation as an expressive art form, not just a technique.
Software & Tools:
All software used in this class is 100% free:
Students must bring:
With a focus on both the technical skills and the creative mindset of a skilled animator, this course is designed to be exciting, supportive, and accessible for beginners and growing artists alike.
The instructor will teach every technique used in the production of their award-submitted short film, Disabled World (students are welcome to watch it in advance if they’d like: Disabled World)
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville
SEEN: The Expressive Arts Journey
1/21/2026
Instructor: Kiona Edwards
Date: 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25
Time: 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Member: $1080 Non-Member: $1200
SEEN: The Expressive Arts Journey is a 10-week guided space for creative self-exploration and inner connection. Through imagery, writing, education, and group dialogue, participants explore emotional truths, patterns of self-understanding, and the inner landscapes that shape how they move through life.
While rooted in Kiona’s training in art therapy and psychotherapy, this group is designed as a non-clinical expressive arts experience. It invites curiosity, reflection, and creative exploration—not diagnosis or treatment. Each week centers around a thematic prompt from the SEEN journal, creating a gentle progression toward deeper self-understanding and embodied acceptance.
Participant Experience:
Participants often describe:
A copy of the SEEN journal is included in the price of the group container.
Medium choice will vary with each class but will include: oil pastel, marker, watercolor pencils and watercolor, collage, colored pencil
The class flow will roughly be as follows: Group Flow (75 Minutes)
Artist Bio:
Kiona Edwards, LCAT, ATR-BC, is a licensed art therapist and artist who guides creative spaces for deep self-exploration and emotional renewal. With a grounded, compassionate approach rooted in art therapy, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness, Kiona helps participants reconnect with the parts of themselves they’ve silenced or outgrown—and learn to meet them with care. Her groups are not therapy, but they are deeply therapeutic in spirit: safe, creative containers for reflection, release, and reconnection. Each session invites you to create, witness, and emerge a little closer to your truth.
Kiona guides with warmth and clarity, creating a reflective space that honors each participant’s pace. The facilitation balances light structure with deep personal inquiry, emphasizing safety, openness, and authentic expression. The focus is not on artistic skill but on what the creative process reveals about one’s inner experience.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
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
Online Registration has closed for this event
11/23/2025
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
11/23/2025
Instructor: Jennifer Conlon
Date: 11/23/2025
Time: 2 pm - 4:30 pm
Member: $55 Non-Member: $65
Join me for this fun and whimsical class where we’ll explore playful color combinations and lively patterns on collage paper to create mini masterpieces within small acrylic frames. You’ll be guided through the creative process step-by-step while experimenting with texture, layering, and design.
These charming little pieces can be used as a paperweight, a drink coaster, a unique gift, or simply enjoyed as a 3-D piece of art that sparks joy and starts conversations. No experience necessary, just bring your creativity and curiosity. All supplies are provided!
Artist Bio:
I’m a mixed Media collage artist who truly loves an abstract perspective. Being caught in the moment of artistic and creative expression is my favorite place to be. Come join me for the “Mini Masterpiece” class, where we create a brilliant piece on a Sunday afternoon.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
11/29/2025
A LOTTO Art - Let's make this another Masterpiece Fundraiser!
Event Date: Saturday, November 29th, 5:00 pm
Location: Art Place Gallery
Artwork donations will be accepted up to November 27th, and are preferred by November 4th.
Tickets can be sold at the door if we have enough artwork to cover tickets.
Help to make our annual 'A LOTTO Art' an even bigger success! You can help us make this work by donating a piece of art, or better yet, several pieces of your work, valued at a minimum of $250.00.
Our goal is to have 100 works at a minimum, but we'd love to have more. Artwork can be 2-D or 3-D, or a collection, for example, multiple pieces of jewelry or pottery. We will have feature stories in several print publications, exposure in a variety of online event websites, including our local Visit Hendersonville, NC online event listing, plus our own social media campaign. This is a great demonstration to our community that our members are passionate about contributing to our success. You can still donate up until two days before the event and drop your piece off to be in the exhibit as it grows right up until the drawing! You can complete this registration without uploading an image and providing artwork details to hold your place for when you select your work. Your artwork images and info will not, obviously, appear on the website until you complete that step.
Here’s how the lottery-style event works:
Art League Artists donate artwork that would normally sell for a minimum of $250, and some have already donated artwork valued considerably higher. Art collectors and enthusiasts can purchase a “LOTTO” ticket for $100. Each ticket entitles the holder to take home a piece or collection of artwork for just $100, regardless of the value of the painting! Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis online through the Art League website or at the Gallery at Art Place. Ticket holders can preview the available artwork on the Art League website and in an exhibit opening on November 7th. The live LOTTO event will be held on Saturday, November 29th, where LOTTO ticket numbers will be called in random order and ticket holders choose their "prize" artwork. You can still donate up until November 27th and drop your piece off to be in the exhibit as it grows right up until the drawing!
The more art pieces donated, the more tickets we can sell. Let's make this a masterpiece in generosity!
Location: Art Place
Registration ends on 11/27/2025
11/29/2025 - 11/29/2025
A LOTTO Art - Every Ticket is a Winner
The Art League's A LOTTO Art makes collectors out of art enthusiasts. Every ticket holder will receive an original work of art during the live LOTTO drawing. You never know when your number will come up, but you know it will. The artworks, donated by Art League member artists and will include paintings, drawings, photography, collage, jewelry, ceramic, and sculpture. The minimum value of each work is $250 or more, including some in the thousands.
Each ticket is only $100, and a limited number will be sold. Each ticket holder will take home a piece of artwork for their $100 ticket regardless of the retail value of the artwork. Ticket holders will be able to preview the works of art at Art Place and on-line at: www.ArtLeagueHVL.org. You can download a list of artworks or pick up a list at the Art Place to prioritize your choices so you will ready when your ticket is drawn. Ticket holders can also send a stand-in if they are unable to attend the live drawing. The preview event begins Friday, November 7th, from5-7pm. And runs through November 29th during regular gallery hours.
The live ticket drawing will be held at the Art Place at 730 Locust Street on November 29th at 5 pm. (come early and look at the final selection)
A LOTTO Art should prove to be a popular and lively event and is a great way for art enthusiasts or new art collectors to enhance or begin their art collection.
Revisit the Art League website regularly as we update donated work to prioritize your choices:
Location: Art Place Gallery
Please print your confirmation email. This will be your ticket. We will also haver a print out of ticket holders at the event and you will be assigned your Lottery Number. Thank you for supporting the A LOTTO Art Fund Raiser.
12/3/2025
Instructor: Patricia Sweet
Date: 12/3/2025
Time: 2 am - 4 pm
Member: $65 Non-Member: $75
The instructor is proficient in Oil, Acrylic, and Watercolors. All other mediums are welcome.
The Struggle is Real! A workshop to take for that “Lightbulb” moment that will change the course of your painting forever!
Every, and I mean EVERY artist, long-standing professionals to beginners, has something they feel they just can't figure out about why the painting isn't doing what they want it to do. Let’s get that artistic toolbox out and see if we can learn how to get it right the way you want your art to be.
This is a great painting workshop for everyone, regardless of medium. This workshop relies on focusing on fundamentals (composition, color theory, values), having an open mindset for experimentation, and addressing specific medium-related challenges.
Bring what ever supplies you want!
Artist Bio:
Masterfully capturing the romantic beauty of nature, nationally acclaimed artist Patricia Sweet paints with a passion that radiates her reverence for the natural world. Sweet emphasizes dynamic light and atmosphere in her paintings. After two decades of painting el plein air, Sweet continues to travel the world capturing fleeting moments on canvas, participating in distinguished national exhibitions, Plein Air Competitions, and loves sharing her abilities as an instructor to students of all levels.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville
12/3/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 12/3/2025
Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Bellwether's Landing, 411 7th Ave. Hendersonville
Members: $55 Non-members: $65
Wrap your gifts in elegance and sustainability with hand-dyed silk furoshiki. In this class, you’ll learn traditional Japanese shibori techniques to fold, bind, and dye a silk square into a stunning reusable wrap. Each piece is a work of art — perfect for wrapping gifts, wearing as a scarf, or displaying as decor. A beautiful blend of craft, culture, and conscious gifting.
No experience needed, and all materials are provided.
Your registration includes a glass of wine and a dessert cup, and charcuterie will be available for purchase.
Only 12 spots available, so grab your friends and sign up early! All participants will also enjoy a 10% shopping discount in the boutique.
Location: Bellwether's Landing
411 7th Ave.
Hendersonville, NC
12/3/2025
Instructor: Patricia Sweet
Date: 12/3/2025
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Member: $65 Non-Member: $75
Discover how to create luminous, expressive landscapes with depth, mood, and gentle drama in this atmospheric watercolor workshop. Designed for artists who want to explore bold yet soft landscape techniques, this class introduces foundational watercolor skills while embracing the magic of layered color, light, and natural movement.
Through guided demonstrations and hands-on practice, you'll learn to:
- Mix and layer color to create dimension and richness
- Understand warm vs. cool tones and how color temperature shapes mood
- Work confidently with water to achieve beautiful, spontaneous effects
- Capture natural light and atmospheric moments like mist, haze, and distance
- Apply essential watercolor techniques such as wet-in-wet, glazing, and preserving highlights
- Strengthen composition skills and deepen your understanding of color theory and value
Expect a supportive, creative environment where experimentation is encouraged and “happy accidents” are welcomed. You'll walk away with new skills, practice studies, and the confidence to continue creating expressive landscapes at home.
What to Bring
Paints:
- Yellow (cool): Lemon or Cadmium Yellow Light
- Yellow (warm): Cadmium Yellow
- Red (warm): Cadmium Light Red
- Red (cool): Alizarin Crimson
- Blue (cool): Cobalt
- Blue (warm): Ultramarine
- Phthalo Blue and/or Viridian
- Dark Brown: Burnt Umber, Raw Umber, Van Dyke, or Sepia
- 140 lb white cold-press watercolor paper (loose sheets or block)
- White ceramic or hard-plastic palette (or glass with white paper underneath)
- Minimum: 1” flat brush + medium round brush
- Optional but helpful: ¼–½” flat and small detail round brush
- Tools & Supplies:
- Pencil and non-smudging eraser
- Water containers (1–2)
- Spray bottle (a cheap hair-spray-style bottle works great)
- Paper towels (Viva brand preferred)
- Artist or painter’s tape (for clean edges)
- Board to tape paper to (if using loose sheets)
Artist Bio:
Masterfully capturing the romantic beauty of nature, nationally acclaimed artist Patricia Sweet paints with a passion that radiates her reverence for the natural world. Sweet emphasizes dynamic light and atmosphere in her paintings. After two decades of painting el plein air, Sweet continues to travel the world capturing fleeting moments on canvas, participating in distinguished national exhibitions, Plein Air Competitions, and loves sharing her abilities as an instructor to students of all levels.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville
12/4/2025
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
12/4/2025
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
12/5/2025
Instructor: Kara Ashley-Gilmore and Miranda Wildman
Date: 12/5/2025
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
❄️ Step into the magic of the season! ❄️
Join artists Miranda Wildman and Kara Ashley-Gilmore for a festive afternoon of Winter Festoonery!
Gather your friends and celebrate the holidays by creating joyful crafts from upcycled and recycled materials. We'll have a cozy afternoon of seasonal craft-making, turning forgotten items into beautiful treasures like:
✨ Festive Garlands!
✨ Whimsical Cardboard Gingerbread Houses!
✨ Colorful Folded Star Ornaments!
All materials will be provided, but pre-registration is required so we can have enough for every creator. A $5 cash donation is suggested to help cover supply costs.
Don't miss out on the winter fun! We can't wait to see you there! ❄️
Artist's Bios:
Kara Ashley-Gilmore and Miranda Wildman are artists and creative facilitators dedicated to helping people connect with their inner world through art. Kara, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist, believes in using our innate creativity for wellness and healing. She is a seasoned professional who has developed programs that guide others through self-discovery and emotional processing.
Miranda, a mixed-media artist, draws inspiration from the natural world of Western North Carolina. She believes art-making and appreciation are for everyone, serving as a powerful tool to reconnect with each other and with nature. She challenges the idea that art is reserved for a select few, emphasizing that creative expression can break down barriers and foster a sense of community and belonging.
Together, Kara and Miranda bring a unique blend of clinical expertise and intuitive, community-focused artistry to their workshops, offering a non-judgmental and supportive space for creative exploration and personal growth.
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.
12/7/2025
Date: Sunday, December 7
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: VFW Hedrick–Rhodes Building
900 N. Main Street (near Pop’s Diner)
Join us for our Annual Art League Membership Meeting as we come together to reflect on the past year, share updates, review membership survey results, and look ahead to our plans for 2026. This gathering is an important moment for connection, conversation, and shaping the future of our organization.
Your registration helps us plan seating, materials, and refreshments.
We look forward to spending this meaningful afternoon with you and celebrating the year ahead.
Location: VFW Hedrick–Rhodes Building
900 N. Main Street
Hendersonville
12/7/2025
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Date: 12/7/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3:30 pm
Come get into the holiday spirit! Join us to create your own collaged holiday card! Everything is provided (magazines, scissors, glue, matte board), but you may want to bring some of your own holiday images.
All Supplies Provided!
Artist Bio:
Kate Stockman is a multi-media artist, creating assemblage jewelry, bookbinding, and mixed media art. She relishes seeing others blossom as they create art!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
12/7/2025
Instructor: Lauren Brown
Date: 12/7/2025
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Member: $70 Non-Member: $80
In this course, you will bring an image of something or someone meaningful to you. We will work to create a compelling outline of this image on watercolor paper, then fill it with an intuitive watercolor landscape or abstraction that reflects the feeling or emotion the item or person holds for you. Watercolor techniques will be taught and discussed.
Beginner
Supply List:
- Any size watercolor paper you prefer, 8X10 and larger works best for this project, but if you prefer smaller, that is fine. I prefer Arches 140lb cold-pressed rough texture, which can be purchased by the sheet or in a block. But any watercolor paper will work.
- Watercolor paint, whatever colors you prefer, but at least the primary colors.
- A couple of different-sized watercolor brushes.
- I will provide masking fluid.
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 chickens.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
12/8/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 12/8/2025
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $75
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Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
12/8/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 12/8/2025
Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $75
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Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
12/9/2025
Instructor: Hanna Thompson
Date: 12/9/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Member: $40 Non-Member: $45
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive cross-stitch workshop! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the basics of cross-stitch while creating your very own Christmas-themed ornament to hang on the tree or gift to someone special. Whether you’re brand new to stitching or have some experience, this class is designed to be fun, relaxed, and beginner-friendly.
All supplies are included: fabric, threads, needles, and festive patterns, so you can simply show up and enjoy. By the end of class, you’ll have a finished ornament (or one well on its way!) that adds a handmade, heartfelt touch to the season.
Come stitch, sip some cocoa, and leave with holiday cheer and a keepsake you’ll treasure for years to come!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
12/9/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 12/9/2025
Time: 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Member: $60 Non-Member: $75
Have you ever wanted to try out some of the cool fluid acrylics you have seen online? Have you given it a whirl and made a muddy mess? Come create your own fun explosions of color with a twist. We will be using fluorescent paints and a black light to get our GLOW on! Super fun, no experience necessary, and no mess at your house! Robyn will demonstrate some beginner techniques and have all the materials you need to go home with 2 canvases. One 8x10 and one 11x14. Come in your play clothes!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
12/10/2025
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Date: 12/10/2025
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $45 Non-Member: $50
With simple materials and attention to detail, we'll move step by step into creating a flag book, so called because its pages are small, like flags. I created one (pictured) entitled "Flags" and listed some of the times when I saw red flag warnings that I did not pay attention to at the time. I added white flags of wonderful events that have occurred in my life. There is also a pocket for extra flags for future events.
We'll have plenty of time to creatively play. What might your flag book display? Gardens? Trees? Grand kids? Family? Animals? What is one of your passions? Or maybe a word to explore. Or yin/yang comparisons. Come to class with a topic or create a book to fill in later. I will provide all supplies; however, students will need to provide their own tools as well as special images they want to include. If you want to bring images, feel free. I will have some adhesives.
BYO tools:
- xacto knife
- ruler
- healing pad
- images
- scissors
- pencil
- close-up glasses if you need them
Artist Bio:
Kate Stockman relishes creating and teaching, and she is happiest when she is doing both at the same time. A bookbinder, Kate is also an assemblage jewelry artist focusing on vintage sterling silver and a collage/paper artist. She calls her work "Touch Stones Anecdotal Art (each piece tells a story; perhaps it touches your story)". Kate believes that all art is a vessel of self-expression and designs her classes to honor that belief, creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for all.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
12/11/2025
Instructor: Jean Dubreuil
Date: 12/11/2025
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
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
12/12/2025
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: 12/12/2025
Time: 10 am - 2 pm
Member: $90 Non-Member: $110
Ready to turn your creativity into collectible magic? In this lively 4-hour workshop, you’ll dive into the colorful world of Artist Trading Cards (ATCs)—tiny works of art that pack a punch at just 2.5 x 3.5 inches! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just love to doodle, this class is your passport to a global community of creators. All levels welcome and everything you need will be there waiting for you.
What You’ll Learn:
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The history and culture of ATCs: where they came from and why they’re so beloved
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Design techniques for creating eye-catching mini artworks using mixed media, collage, drawing, painting, and more
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How to package, label, and prep your cards for trading—locally and internationally
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Tips for connecting with ATC communities around the world
What’s Included:
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All materials provided: cardstock, paints, pens, stamps, stickers, and more
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A starter pack of ATCs to create and customize
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A mini portfolio to take home your creations
Bonus Fun: At the end of class, we’ll host a live trading session so you can swap cards with fellow participants—and leave with a pocketful of inspiration. You’ll also be prepped and ready to join international swaps and start building your own global art collection!
Come curious, leave connected. Let’s trade some joy!
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
12/13/2025
Instructor: Jennifer Conlon
Date: 12/13/2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Members: $55 Non-Members: $65
Get into the Holiday spirit with a cozy, creative, and enjoyable afternoon of watercolor painting! Learn simple techniques to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind greeting cards that will delight the receiver. No experience needed. Beginner and Intermediate. Bring your holiday cheer, and all supplies will be provided! Enjoy festive music and make something from the heart!
Class Level: Beginner
Artist Bio:
I’m a mixed media abstract artist who loves exploring color, texture, shapes, values, and whimsy. Inspired by nature and the beauty of imperfections, I enjoy the process of creative discovery and happy accidents. I love teaching others and watching them connect to their inner, creative imagination.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792
12/14/2025
Instructor: Jeanine Rousso
Date: 12/14/2025
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Member: $45 Non-Member: $50
Edible art at its finest. In this workshop, you'll trade your paintbrushes for piping bags to learn sugar cookie decorating skills, creating four delicious masterpieces to take with you. You will learn how to outline and flood with royal icing as well as other impressive techniques to make your cookies almost too beautiful to eat...almost. This class is perfect for beginners; kids and adults are welcome.
Artist Bio:
Jeanine is an avid home baker, using baking as a stress reliever and a way to show love for family and friends. In 2022, she was introduced to cookie decorating and fell in love with the combination of creativity and baking. She enjoys sharing this fun and creative hobby with others through cookie-decorating classes.
Jeanine is an avid home baker, using baking as a stress reliever and a way to show love for family and friends. In 2022, she was introduced to cookie decorating and fell in love with the combination of creativity and baking. She enjoys sharing this fun and creative hobby with others through cookie-decorating classes.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville
12/14/2025
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
12/18/2025
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
12/21/2025
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.
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
12/28/2025
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
1/1/2026
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
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
1/6/2026
Instructor: Charles Michael
Date: 1/6/2026
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $20 Non-Member: $25
Animation is a powerful artistic medium, and in this course, students will learn both the craft and the creative thinking behind it. We’ll explore storytelling, character development, sound, movement, and visual style, all while working toward an original animated short film or cartoon series of each student’s own creation.
By the end of the program, a student who has stayed engaged from start to finish will have the skills and confidence to produce a complete animated project, and the ability to recognize and appreciate animation as an expressive art form, not just a technique.
Software & Tools:
All software used in this class is 100% free:
- Audacity, sound recording and editing
- OpenToonz, animation
- Shotcut, video editing
- Trelby, script writing
Students must bring:
- A laptop
- A drawing tablet with a stylus
- Headphones and a sketchbook for planning(Optional)
With a focus on both the technical skills and the creative mindset of a skilled animator, this course is designed to be exciting, supportive, and accessible for beginners and growing artists alike.
The instructor will teach every technique used in the production of their award-submitted short film, Disabled World (students are welcome to watch it in advance if they’d like: Disabled World)
Artist Bio:
I am Charles Michael (they/them). I'm a 23-year-old artist with autism. I'm a musician, and I'm also working on a comprehensive biography about They Might Be Giants -- but I especially love animation. I released one short film last year called Disabled World, which I made entirely on my own aside from the voice-over work, and I've interviewed dozens of artists, animators, and executives who have worked in various capacities with Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, PBS, Disney, etc.
I am Charles Michael (they/them). I'm a 23-year-old artist with autism. I'm a musician, and I'm also working on a comprehensive biography about They Might Be Giants -- but I especially love animation. I released one short film last year called Disabled World, which I made entirely on my own aside from the voice-over work, and I've interviewed dozens of artists, animators, and executives who have worked in various capacities with Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, PBS, Disney, etc.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville
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
1/11/2026
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
1/18/2026
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.
1/20/2026
Instructor: Charles Michael
Date: 1/20/2026
Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Member: $20 Non-Member: $25
Animation is a powerful artistic medium, and in this course, students will learn both the craft and the creative thinking behind it. We’ll explore storytelling, character development, sound, movement, and visual style, all while working toward an original animated short film or cartoon series of each student’s own creation.
By the end of the program, a student who has stayed engaged from start to finish will have the skills and confidence to produce a complete animated project, and the ability to recognize and appreciate animation as an expressive art form, not just a technique.
Software & Tools:
All software used in this class is 100% free:
- Audacity, sound recording and editing
- OpenToonz, animation
- Shotcut, video editing
- Trelby, script writing
Students must bring:
- A laptop
- A drawing tablet with a stylus
- Headphones and a sketchbook for planning(Optional)
With a focus on both the technical skills and the creative mindset of a skilled animator, this course is designed to be exciting, supportive, and accessible for beginners and growing artists alike.
The instructor will teach every technique used in the production of their award-submitted short film, Disabled World (students are welcome to watch it in advance if they’d like: Disabled World)
Artist Bio:
I am Charles Michael (they/them). I'm a 23-year-old artist with autism. I'm a musician, and I'm also working on a comprehensive biography about They Might Be Giants -- but I especially love animation. I released one short film last year called Disabled World, which I made entirely on my own aside from the voice-over work, and I've interviewed dozens of artists, animators, and executives who have worked in various capacities with Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, PBS, Disney, etc.
I am Charles Michael (they/them). I'm a 23-year-old artist with autism. I'm a musician, and I'm also working on a comprehensive biography about They Might Be Giants -- but I especially love animation. I released one short film last year called Disabled World, which I made entirely on my own aside from the voice-over work, and I've interviewed dozens of artists, animators, and executives who have worked in various capacities with Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, PBS, Disney, etc.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville
1/21/2026
Instructor: Kiona Edwards
Date: 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25
Time: 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Member: $1080 Non-Member: $1200
SEEN: The Expressive Arts Journey is a 10-week guided space for creative self-exploration and inner connection. Through imagery, writing, education, and group dialogue, participants explore emotional truths, patterns of self-understanding, and the inner landscapes that shape how they move through life.
While rooted in Kiona’s training in art therapy and psychotherapy, this group is designed as a non-clinical expressive arts experience. It invites curiosity, reflection, and creative exploration—not diagnosis or treatment. Each week centers around a thematic prompt from the SEEN journal, creating a gentle progression toward deeper self-understanding and embodied acceptance.
Participant Experience:
Participants often describe:
- Feeling more connected to their authentic self
- Accessing emotion and intuition through creative flow
- Gaining clarity around inner patterns and needs
- Learning to witness their experience with compassion
- Rediscovering creative expression as a healing, grounding ritual
A copy of the SEEN journal is included in the price of the group container.
Medium choice will vary with each class but will include: oil pastel, marker, watercolor pencils and watercolor, collage, colored pencil
The class flow will roughly be as follows: Group Flow (75 Minutes)
- Opening (10 min): Arrival and grounding or mindful centering
- Art Process (30–35 min): Creative response to the weekly prompt using suggested materials
- Written Reflection (10 min): Guided journaling using SEEN reflection questions
- Group Dialogue (15–20 min): Optional sharing, resonance, and discussion
- Closing (5 min): Quiet integration and mindful transition
Artist Bio:
Kiona Edwards, LCAT, ATR-BC, is a licensed art therapist and artist who guides creative spaces for deep self-exploration and emotional renewal. With a grounded, compassionate approach rooted in art therapy, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness, Kiona helps participants reconnect with the parts of themselves they’ve silenced or outgrown—and learn to meet them with care. Her groups are not therapy, but they are deeply therapeutic in spirit: safe, creative containers for reflection, release, and reconnection. Each session invites you to create, witness, and emerge a little closer to your truth.
Kiona guides with warmth and clarity, creating a reflective space that honors each participant’s pace. The facilitation balances light structure with deep personal inquiry, emphasizing safety, openness, and authentic expression. The focus is not on artistic skill but on what the creative process reveals about one’s inner experience.
Location: Art Place Studios
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28792