
11/29/2023
Meditation and Painting from the Heart with Gayle
Instructor: Gayle Ray
Date: November 29, 2023 10:00am - 1:00 pm
This is a follow up class from Nov. 8 but new attendees are welcome.
Location: Art Place Gallery Classroom
Fee: Members: $ 65. Non-members: $80.00
Maximum Class Size: 10
Supplies: All supplies are provided. Students bring an open mind and heart. If you prefer to use your own watercolors, brushes and paper you may bring them.
Artist Bio: Local artist Gayle Ray is a teacher, healer, and creator. She has been meditating for over 30 years and sees it as pivotal to her growth and expansion. She loves teaching art, jewelry making and meditation and does healing work using the Akashic Records. Currently her jewelry can be seen in local galleries. Look for her angels and prayer bowls coming soon!
Are you wanting to take your paintings to a deeper level? Connect more to the Infinite Wisdom Within and bring that light into your paintings? Then this class is for you. We will spend time in guided meditations connecting to the light within and then paint from that place of connection. The medium we will use for this class is watercolor and white and gold acrylic paints. Paper, brushes and paints will be supplied. This class is suitable for first time painters to explore and have fun and for long time painters who want to experience a deepening of their painting process. No experience is needed in meditation as each meditation will be guided to support a quietening of the mind and a connection to the inner Light, Divine Self within.
Location: Art Place Gallery Classroom
2021 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, No 28739
Online Registration has closed for this event

11/29/2023 - 12/13/2023
Instructor: Molly Angel
Date: November 29, December 6, & 12, 10:00am - Noon
Location: Art Place Studio Warehouse
Fee: Members: $120.00, Non-members: $135.00
Maximum Class Size: 2
About the Class: Introduction to wheel thrown pottery! There will be two wheels so classes will be limited to 2 students until we get more wheels. Students will be given demonstration and hands-on instruction. Students will learn the basics of clay including: wedging, centering, throwing a cylinder, throwing a bowl, and exploring other forms when they are ready. Classes are every Wednesday morning, so sign up for when you can come and pick up where you left off. All supplies and materials are included.
Supplies: All Supplies are provided. Wear old clothes you can get messy or bring an apron. Leave your rings and watches at home.
Artist Bio: I am a native of WNC and grew up creating from a young age. I have a B.A. in Studio Art from Meredith College in Raleigh, NC. I am inspired by nature, color, and pattern I see in the world around me. I enjoy pottery, painting, printmaking, fiber arts, and mixed media. I have been teaching art for 19 years to children and teens and am excited to begin teaching adults as well.Location: The Art Place Studios Warehouse
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration for this event is full, but you can add yourself to the waitlist. If other attendees cancel people from the waitlist will be added in order.

11/30/2023
Instructor: Gayle Ray
Date: November 30, 2023, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Art Place Gallery Classroom
Fee: Members: $65.00, Non-members: $80.00
Maximum Class Size:10
Have fun picking out beads to create your necklace - think what size, color, and texture - and create a necklace for yourself or someone else. A selection of beads will be provided along with a clasp, wire, crimp bead for closing, and tools. Come prepared to create one to three necklaces depending on time. If you have beads you want to use, you are welcome to bring those as well.No experience needed, just a desire to play and have fun! All supplies are provided.
Local artist Gayle Ray is a teacher, healer, and creator. She has been meditating for over 30 years and sees it as pivotal to her growth and expansion. She loves teaching art, jewelry making and meditation and does healing work using the Akashic Records. Currently her jewelry can be seen in local galleries - Mountain Made, 310 Art, and Art Mob. Look for her angels and prayer bowls coming soon!
The class is from 10 - 2 so if you would like a snack and water please bring them. I'll provide a selection of beads to choose from and if you would like to bring some of your own, you are welcome to do so. I'll also provide clasp and chain for closure.
Location: Art Place Gallery Classroom
2021 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Online Registration has closed for this event
12/2/2023
Instructor:Aubrey Baptista
Date: December 2, 2023, 10;30-11:30am
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Fee: Members: $40, Non-members: $55.00.
Maximum Class Size: 9
Join us for a transformative journey through the world of altered book journaling! This unique workshop invites you to embark on a creative adventure, exploring a diverse range of mediums including paint, oil pastels, collage, and more. Discover Your Inner Artist: Through hands-on exploration, you'll have the freedom to let your imagination run wild. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, this workshop is designed to nurture your creativity and help you uncover new dimensions of self-expression. An Ode to Personal Goals: The pages of your altered book will serve as a canvas for your aspirations and dreams. Dive deep into your personal goals, using vibrant colors, textures, and images to manifest your vision. Each stroke and collage piece will be a step towards realizing your potential. Emotional Catharsis: Expressing emotions can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and healing. Through this workshop, you'll have the opportunity to channel your feelings onto the pages, creating a visual narrative that speaks to your innermost experiences. Building Community through Art: Art has a unique ability to bring people together. Connect with fellow participants in a supportive and inclusive environment. Share stories, exchange insights, and find inspiration from the diverse perspectives within our creative community. Guidance Through Playful Exploration: This workshop is designed to be hands-on and liberating. While there will be some guidance, the emphasis is on the joy of creation. You'll have the space to experiment, take risks, and let your intuition be your guide.
Location: Studio Warehouse
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791

12/3/2023
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Date: December 3rd, 2023,
Times: Pick one and let the instructor know! (email below) 1-2 or 2:30-3:30 or 4-5
Location: Art Place Gallery Workshop
Fee: Members: $25, Non-members: $40 per session
Maximum Class Size: 15
About the Class: During this fun, hands-on playshop, we'll learn all about those blessed bees, hive culture, etc. (where DOES beeswax come from?!?) and then create hand-rolled beeswax candles. Each participant will create one candle and will leave with resources and ability to create more. This is a great multi-generation class (no one younger than 10, please) and the candles are great for gift-giving!
Supplies: All supplies will be provided by the instructor.
Experience: All skill levels are welcome.
About the Instructor/Artist: Local multi-media assemblage artist Kate Stockman creates art to honor Nature and the Self. She relishes designing and teaching Nature-and Spirit-oriented playshops. She is also the facilitator of the Collage Playshop that meets at the Art Place on the third Sunday afternoon of each month. Kate's art focuses on creating "Re-Imagined Heirloom" jewelry that utilize antique and vintage sterling silver components. Her "Treasures Re-Covered" journals boast antique leather book covers saved from the recycle bin and proudly displayed again.
kate4peace2@gmail.com
Location: Art Place Gallery Workshop
2021 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 12/3/2023
There are currently 44 spots remaining out of 45

12/5/2023
Motanka - Scented Talisman Doll Workshop
Instructor: Patti Becker
Date: December 5, 2023, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: The Art Place Gallery Classroom
Fee: Members: $50.00, Non-members: $65.00
Maximum Class Size: 12
About the Class: Make a traditional Slavic Motanka Grain doll for prosperity, abundance, protection and love. These cute dolls will make a perfect Christmas ornament or enchanted gift. Motanka is a traditional Slavic doll created entirely without sewing. During the class I will teach you how to make Motanka in accordance with the ancient traditional techniques originated in Ukraine and Belarus. The directions are simple and you will be able to make many more for everyone in your family!
In the Slavic Tradition, the Grain Doll is a nesting protector of the homesteads, she brings good luck, love, prosperity, and protection. Her belly is filled with grains that symbolize wealth and abundance. She can be additionally filled with dried herbs, and flowers, essential oils, and spices. The aroma will last for a very long time!
MORE ABOUT THE MOTANKA DOLL: WWW.goddessonacoffeebreak.com/
Supplies: Supplies, essential oils, herbs, grains & magic are provided but feel free to bring your own personal fabrics and any materials that reflect the intention /vision with which you will create the doll. I might not have the ‘right’ fabric, and these dolls are picky and very fashionable. Getting the fabrics and supplies ready is a beneficial process in itself, as you reflect on the spirit of the season, the meaning behind beauty, love, and sharing, while you choose the materials that reflect your emotions, your wishes, and hopes and the things you want more in your life.
Please bring scissors, water, and any snack of your choice.
Artist Bio: Pati Becker is an intuitive guide, workshop facilitator, and living from a wild heart aficionado.
She dares you to follow the call of your own wild heart and courageously shed the collective fog that tells you how you are supposed to live your life.
Her favorite methods to awaken your true potential are creating art from the heart, working with archetypes, rituals & ceremonies.
Pati is originally from Poland, she calls Hendersonville her favorite place on Earth since she moved here in 2017.
Location: The Art Place Gallery Classroom
2021 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 12/3/2023

12/5/2023
Instructor: Beverly Kies
Date: December 5, 2023, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Art Studio Classroom
Fee: Members: $95.00 , Non-members: $110.00
Maximum Class Size: 8
About the Class: Enjoy learning the creative powers of pastel. You can learn to translate what you see into what you paint, through palette selection, use of certain materials, picking correct values (colors), composition, plus blending and layering of colors. We build on different stages, starting with sketching and drawing, blocking in and building up, leading to a successful painting. Some drawing skills are required.
Supplies: TBD
Artist Bio: Beverly Kies is an accomplishments pastel artist. At the age of 5, Beverly's mother (a watercolor and oil painter), sent her to the Atlanta School of Art. This early passion eventually led to a degree in Art Education from The Ohio State University. Beverly's paintings represent a medley of work, celebrating animals, places and people. Pastels have always been Beverly's chosen medium, where she enjoys a certain playfulness in her renditions, using vivid colors and expressive strokes. This passion has led Beverly to teach her medium, where she shared with her students techniques which she has found successful. To view Beverly's work, go to http://www.beverlykies.com.
Location: The Art Place Studio Classroom
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 12/3/2023
There are currently 5 spots remaining out of 8

12/6/2023
Instructor: Melanie Hopkins
Class date: 12/6/23, 1:00pm - 5pm
Fee: Members: $40.00, Non-members: $55.00
Location: Melanie’s Studio, 116 W Blue Ridge Road, East Flat Rock, NC 28726
Maximum class size: 10
Collage is a great medium for novices and artists alike. In this workshop we will create striped collages on 4” x 4” cradled birch panels using hand cut strips of various materials including vintage, recycled & exotic papers.
Supplies: Please bring scissors and/or x-acto knife & cutting mat. Wood panels, glue and various collage materials (including pre-cut paper strips) will be included. Feel free to bring any papers you would like to use.
You may take your completed collages home or leave them behind to be finished with an epoxy resin for UV protection and made available by 12/13/23.
Location: Melanie Hopkins Studio
116 W. Blue Ridge Road
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
Registration ends on 12/4/2023


12/9/2023
Instructor: Anne Murray
Date: December 9 2023, 10am - 3pm
Location: Anne's studio
Fee: Members: $100.00, Non-members: $115.00 Some other material purchases depending on choices made by students. Range of additional materials will be $15-50.
Maximum Class Size: 6
Marbling is the magic that happens when you float paint on thickened water. In this class, you will learn the basics of marbling while having fun creating a variety of 2-D and 3-D items to use as decoration or to give as gifts. Create marbled ornaments, small books with holiday content, notepads, papers, fabric squares, silk scarves, and more! Class will be held at Anne's studio. Directions and parking information will become available from Anne after you register and before the class begins.
Location: Anne's Studio
422 E. Blue Ridge Rd.
E. Flat Rock, NC 28726
Registration ends on 12/6/2023
There are currently 1 spots remaining out of 6

12/9/2023 - 12/9/2023
Instructor: Susan Prater Crowe
Date: December 9, 2023, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: The Art Place Studio Classroom
Fee: Members: $95.00, Non-members: $110.00
Maximum Class Size: 7
About the Class: What is Powertex textile hardener?
How can it be used to create amazing texture and depth in your mixed media?
Come and find out as Susan Prater Crowe offers her first canvas mixed media class at Art Place Studios. Students will learn how to use Powertex textile hardener liquid and powdered Power Color pigments to create yummy texture on a multilayered 10.5” x 14” and art board. We will incorporate decorative papers, fabric, and skeleton leaves into the project. To finish off the project, we will add even more texture and depth with acrylic paints and Powertex’s cold wax, Power Wax. https://tinyurl.com/5n89d3dw
Supplies: All Powertex materials and art supplies to complete the project.
After the class, instruction sheets and a supply list outlining the complete project will be emailed to participants.
Students must bring:
A box of disposable gloves.
A heat gun.
An apron or smock.
Artist Bio: Susan Prater Crowe, aka SPC, is a multidimensional explorer and mixed media enthusiast. Her passion for art is inspired by never-ending curiosity and a fascination with the exciting world of experimental art mediums. The eclectic nature of Susan’s art is often characterized by layers of depth, infused with colorful lyricism, resonance, and a plethora of tactile surfaces. She has become known for her animated and creative approach to composition, sculpture, abstract painting, and assemblage. Her unique and proficient teaching style implores the imagination as it unleashes a treasure trove of possibilities and interpretations.
Find out more about Susan’s art please visit www.Powertexart.us
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791

12/10/2023
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Date: December 10th, 2023
Times: Pick one and let the instructor know! (email below) 1-2:30 or 3-4:30.
Location: Art Place Gallery Workshop
Fee: Members: $25, Non-members: $40
Maximum Class Size: 12
About the Class: Learn how to create a Star Ornament Book, which folds flat (and can be mailed) and opens into a honeycomb-type star! It's all in the clever paper folding, and it's all fun. The instructor will supply all materials and instruction and each participant is able to create up to 3 ornaments and will leave with the knowledge to create many more. Bring your own scissors, please. This is also a great multi-generational playshop (children 8 or over, please) and a lovely way to create an annual tradition of crafting ornaments for parents/grandparents!
Supplies: All supplies will be provided by the instructor except scissors! Please byo.
Experience: All skill levels are welcome.
About the Instructor/Artist: Local multi-media assemblage artist Kate Stockman is a bookbinder and jewelry artist. She relishes designing and teaching fun, hands-on playshops. Kate's art focuses on creating "Re-Imagined Heirloom" jewelry that utilizes antique and vintage sterling silver components. Her "Treasures Re-Covered" journals boast antique leather book covers saved from the recycle bin and proudly displayed again. Kate is also the facilitator of the Collage Playshop that meets at the Art Place on the third Sunday afternoon of each month.
kate4peace2@gmail.com
Registration ends on 12/10/2023
There are currently 8 spots remaining out of 12

12/11/2023 - 12/11/2023
Instructor: Robyn Crawford
Date: Monday December 11 6-8:30 pm
Location: Art Place Studios Workshop
Fee: Members: $60, Non-members: $75
Maximum Class Size: 12
Robyn Crawford (https://
Location: Art Place, 2021 Asheville Highway, Hendersonville. Art League of Henderson County. ArtLeagueHVL.org.
Location: Art Place Gallery
2021 Asheville Highway
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Registration ends on 12/10/2023

12/13/2023 - 12/14/2023
Facilitator: Charlotte Horton
Date: December 13th & 14th, 2023, 12 - 4pm
Location: Art Place Studios Workshop
Fee: Members - $150; Non-Members - $165
Maximum Class Size: 6
About the Class: Join Charlotte Horton for this two-day class designed to build on what you learned in cold wax basics. Feel free to bring a lunch to eat in the first 30 minutes of class during the lecture portion. This class will cover materials that can be added into your cold wax, different ways to achieve texture, and reduction techniques. Feel free to bring the substrates you worked on during cold wax basics and together we will take them to the next level. I will also be providing to new substrates to work on.
Supplies: All supplies are provided for this class.
Experience: You need to have taken a cold wax basics class or have other experience working with cold wax.
About the Artists: Charlotte Horton is a mixed media artist known for her experimental and multilayered approach to art. She enjoys experimenting with a variety of mediums and techniques, often incorporating unexpected materials into her work. She likes to push her materials and discover new ways to use them. Charlotte is also known for including subtle, hidden elements within her pieces, inviting the viewer to look closer and discover new meanings and interpretations. Charlotte’s work is a reflection of her curiosity and desire to explore the world around her. With a keen eye for detail and a playful spirit, this artist's work is both visually striking and thought-provoking, encouraging the viewer to engage with the piece in a deeper and more meaningful way.
Location: Art Place Studios Workshop
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
Registration ends on 12/11/2023
There are currently 5 spots remaining out of 6
12/16/2023
Instructor:Aubrey Baptista
Date: December 16, 2023, 10:30 - 11:30am
Location: Art Place Studio Workshop
Fee: Members: $40.00, Non-members: $55.00
Maximum Class Size: 9
Join us for a transformative journey through the world of altered book journaling! This unique workshop invites you to embark on a creative adventure, exploring a diverse range of mediums including paint, oil pastels, collage, and more. Discover Your Inner Artist: Through hands-on exploration, you'll have the freedom to let your imagination run wild. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, this workshop is designed to nurture your creativity and help you uncover new dimensions of self-expression. An Ode to Personal Goals: The pages of your altered book will serve as a canvas for your aspirations and dreams. Dive deep into your personal goals, using vibrant colors, textures, and images to manifest your vision. Each stroke and collage piece will be a step towards realizing your potential. Emotional Catharsis: Expressing emotions can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and healing. Through this workshop, you'll have the opportunity to channel your feelings onto the pages, creating a visual narrative that speaks to your innermost experiences. Building Community through Art: Art has a unique ability to bring people together. Connect with fellow participants in a supportive and inclusive environment. Share stories, exchange insights, and find inspiration from the diverse perspectives within our creative community. Guidance Through Playful Exploration: This workshop is designed to be hands-on and liberating. While there will be some guidance, the emphasis is on the joy of creation. You'll have the space to experiment, take risks, and let your intuition be your guide.
Location: Studio Warehouse
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 12/7/2023
There are currently 8 spots remaining out of 8

12/17/2023
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Class date: 11/19/23, 1:30pm - 5pm
Fee: Free (requires registration)
Maximum class size: 21
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 every month to play with collage art and take a short creative break at our Sunday Collage & Play. No experience 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 in exploring the paper collage medium.
The instructor will provide an embarrassment of collage supplies (including magazines, catalogs, glue sticks, etc.) to get folks started. Attendees can bring something they're already working on, their own images, magazines, etc. (please also 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 community together to create art and everyone is welcome to join! Bring a friend!
This event is free but requires registration.
Location: Art Place Gallery
2021 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
There are currently 20 spots remaining out of 21

1/2/2024
Instructor: Marcia Rieff
Date: January 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2024; 10am - 1pm
Location: Art Place Studios Workshop
Fee: Members: $150, Non-members: $165
Maximum Class Size: 10
About the Class: The class will cover, the importance of creating B&W and color sketches as road maps for a good painting and using different style methods, special effects for painting like spattering, using frisket, taping, sgraffito, repetition and alternation giving the student a wider range of watercolor painting skills. Supply list will be distributed prior to class by teacher.
Supplies: Students should bring their own watercolor painting supplies-
- Paints
- Flat and round Brushes (1" flat, #6, #8, and a rigger brush)
- 140# Arches or Fabriano, fluid Paper (not strathmore) no smaller than 12" x !6" inches
- Sketchbook
- Covered pallet, 2 or 3 section water container, sponge, paper towels, toilet paper role, masking tape, HB, 2H, Ebony* pencils, white eraser spray bottle, hard service board*, plastic table cloth* *optional
Experience: This class is open to students that previously have taken Marcia's Watercolor Basics Part #1 and/or Part #2 OR previous experience and ready to step up to learning some of the next level essential building blocks of painting.
About the Instructor/Artist: At an early age Marcia was always involved in art. After receiving a BFA in graphic design, packaging and photography, she was a design director for major corporations for over thirty years. She was responsible for establishing new product design, and redesigning of many major brands. Upon retiring, she returned to her passion, painting watercolor and continued to study with several artists such as Alvaro Castegnet, John Saliminen, Eli Rosenthal, Sterling Edwards and many more. Marcia has been inspiring and teaching new watercolor students in New Jersey and North Carolina for over 12 years. She has won local, regional, national and international prestigious awards, as well as signature member for NJ Watercolor Society and NYC Catharine Lorillard Wolf Art Club. She demonstrates basic foundations in watercolor, using landscapes and still life’s from personal experiences to new students so they can experiment and aspire to their own levels
Location: Art Place Studios Workshop
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 12/1/2023
There are currently 9 spots remaining out of 10

1/10/2024 - 1/24/2024
Instructor: Molly Angel
Date: January 10, 17, & 24 10:00am - Noon
Location: Art Place Studio Warehouse
Fee: Members: $120.00 , Non-members: $135.00
Maximum Class Size: 2
About the Class: Introduction to wheel thrown pottery! There will be two wheels so classes will be limited to 2 students until we get more wheels. Students will be given demonstration and hands-on instruction. Students will learn the basics of clay including: wedging, centering, throwing a cylinder, throwing a bowl, and exploring other forms when they are ready. Classes are every Wednesday morning, so sign up for when you can come and pick up where you left off. All supplies and materials are included.
Supplies: All Supplies are provided. Wear old clothes you can get messy or bring an apron. Leave your rings and watches at home.
Artist Bio: I am a native of WNC and grew up creating from a young age. I have a B.A. in Studio Art from Meredith College in Raleigh, NC. I am inspired by nature, color, and pattern I see in the world around me. I enjoy pottery, painting, printmaking, fiber arts, and mixed media. I have been teaching art for 19 years to children and teens and am excited to begin teaching adults as well.Location: The Art Place Studios Warehouse
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 1/7/2024
1/17/2024 - 1/18/2024
Instructor: Pat Morgan
Date: January 17 & 18 2023, 9:30-1:30 Bring a light noon time snack.
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
Fee: Members: $125.00, Non-members: $140.00
Maximum Class Size: 8
About the Class: Yupo paper has a very smooth slick surface that does not absorb water. The paint flows and blends in a variety of colors and textures creating luscious marks on your paper The workshop will include color application and brush strokes and a variety of textures. Create strong positive shapes on a simple background and negative shapes on a strong background. Each has its own special appearance. Some painting experience REQUIRED.
Supplies: Pat will send a basic supply list and provide the various materials for creating marks, special features, etc. Yupo Paper provided at $3.00 per full sheet.
Artist Bio: Pat has been painting and teaching for many years in New York, New Jersey and now in Western North Carolina. Her demonstrations focus on just the essence of her subject whether in figures, flowers or landscapes. She has received several local and regional awards and is a member of the North East Watercolor Society, Audubon Artists, Inc. and a former elected member of the NJ Watercolor Society and the Salmagundi Club in NYC. www.Patmorganart.com
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 1/15/2024
There are currently 8 spots remaining out of 8

1/20/2024
Instructor: Judi Moolten
Date: January 20, 2024, 10:00am-Noon
Location: The Art Place Studio Warehouse
Fee: Members: $50.00, Non-members: $65.00
Maximum Class Size: 50
About the Class: Incorporating tools from EMDR/Bilateral Stimulation, Enneagram Typing/Character types, and more...
We will use stress-reducing tools to open up the artist's palette to physical expressions of color, mental descriptors, and balancing of the math/science part of our brain or organized side while opening it up to the fully self-expressed side removing barriers to creativity and discovering what artwork is best for each individual
Participants will bring a journal, favorite markers, pens, pencils, a box of tissue, a box to put things in No prior exp. necessary
Supplies: Pre-req's teacher will send some materials via email for participants to fill out at least 24 hours prior to class. Participants will bring, tissue, a journal, favorite pens, pencils, and markers
Artist Bio: Judi Moolten is a retired trauma behavioral specialist. Judi spent 20-plus years as a social worker and clinical director for nonprofits before she opened her own mental health training facility that she ran until COVID hit. Prior to COVID, she traveled the world training clinicians in the most advanced somatic psychology processing tools available. Now retired from the Mental health profession as a licensed clinician, she has found a way to disrupt behavioral health and the art world by bringing what was once used only in a clinical setting to treat unhealthy stress to the mainstream. Judi occasionally teaches, coaches, and supervises clinicians and non-mental health professionals in stress that leads to trauma. She also teaches real estate agents how to apply stress-reducing tools to the art of communication between buyers and sellers of property. She owns her own Real Estate Firm, Grateful Mindset Properties, where she serves WNC & beyond with a grateful mindset and volunteers for many nonprofits in the area as a charity liaison and more. In addition, she has a weekly radio show combining, art, science, and a tad of real estate. Where she has local guests, local news, and local culture live on air Saturday mornings at 9:00 am, on 107.7 FM.
Location: Art Place Studio Warehouse
Registration ends on 1/18/2024

1/21/2024
Instructor: Kate Stockman
Class date: 11/19/23, 1:30pm - 5pm
Fee: Free (requires registration)
Maximum class size: 21
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 every month to play with collage art and take a short creative break at our Sunday Collage & Play. No experience 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 in exploring the paper collage medium.
The instructor will provide an embarrassment of collage supplies (including magazines, catalogs, glue sticks, etc.) to get folks started. Attendees can bring something they're already working on, their own images, magazines, etc. (please also 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 community together to create art and everyone is welcome to join! Bring a friend!
This event is free but requires registration.
Location: Art Place Gallery
2021 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC
There are currently 21 spots remaining out of 21

2/2/2024 - 2/2/2024
Instructor: Miriam Hughes
Date: February 2, 2023, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Art Place Gallery Classroom
Fee: Members: $125.00 Non-members: $140.00
Maximum Class Size: 10
About the Class: Learn how to mix your watercolors while creating a unique color wheel that is a work of art in itself and could be framed and a reference for future paintings. Unlike printed commercial color wheels that you can buy, you will be creating one or more of your own while gaining confidence in your ability to work with a limited palette.
Most importantly you will learn how complementary colors are created and used in your work. This class is perfect for beginners and an invaluable tool for experienced artists who may have forgotten some of the simpler magic of creating great paintings.
- brushes
- watercolors (professional grade)
- paper
- printed color wheel (2 sizes)
- watercolor palette
- paper towels
- handouts
-water & water containers
These supplies are included and would cost the attendee $25.00 if bought separately.
Through this exploration of various mediums, I discovered a passion for watercolors. Several years ago, I made the deliberate decision to focus exclusively on watercolor as my artistic medium of choice.
My understanding of the intricacies of watercolor developed through attending workshops held in various locations across the southern states. However, I truly felt myself flourish as an artist when I took on the role of teaching workshops. Guiding and sharing my knowledge with adult students, many of whom have gone on to win awards, secure placements in prestigious galleries, and experience continuous growth in their own work, has been a deeply fulfilling experience.
Presently, my artwork is showcased in two locations: a gallery in Asheville and another in Hendersonville. As time progresses, I've come to see myself more as a collaborator rather than solely a teacher. In these workshops, I've discovered that I continue to learn and grow alongside my participants, fostering a dynamic and mutually enriching artistic community
Location: Art Place Gallery Classroom
2021 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 2/1/2024
There are currently 10 spots remaining out of 10

2/10/2024 - 2/24/2024
Instructor: Bill Abel
Date: February 10, 17, & 24, 2024; 9:00am to Noon
Location: Art Place Studio Warehouse
Fee: Members: $180.00, Non-members: $200.00
Maximum Class Size: 9
About the Class: This workshop will include demos and student projects designed to take the torture out of portraiture! Topics will include: drawing the face, using a limited palette, color mixing methods, choosing the subject, and working from photographs. This is a 3-day workshop that will meet on consecutive Saturday mornings from 8 to 12.
Students should have experience in pencil drawing and watercolor painting.
Supplies: Supply list will be available. The required supplies will be underlined and available locally.
Artist Bio: My name is Bill Abel and I live in Hendersonville, NC. I have painted watercolors since I was a kid and I've been painting and teaching watercolors professionally for over 30 years. Painting the portrait is something I began in 1997 under the instruction of Joseph McFadden. Joe introduced me to Daniel E. Greene's method for drawing the portrait using 4 lines to segment the face. Joe also introduced me to painting with a primary palette, using the primary colors: Red, blue and yellow, plus sepia for tinting. Simplifying this process of painting watercolor portraits was a game-changer for me, and lead me to become a portrait painter throughout my career. When I teach painting I want to share what I love about watercolors and remove the stigma that painting with watercolors is hard. The challenge is not the medium but rather the method. The key to methodology is simply to practice, practice a lot.
Location: Art Place Studio Warehouse
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791

2/28/2024
Instructor: Miriam Hughes
Date: February 28, 2024, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
Fee: Members: $115.00 , Non-members: $130.00
Maximum Class Size: 10
About the Class:Watercolor Gouache Resist is a seven-step process to create dynamic, graphic images. Miriam will take you through the entire process and in this workshop you will complete at least three to four 5x7 pieces. We will cover why and how different watercolors are better for this technique; what the heck gouache is and why in the world would you cover your entire piece of work with black India ink.
We can create images for cards, prints and wall art. All supplies will be included in this workshop. No experience is required, just the ability to have fun and pay attention.
Supplies: All supplies will be provided:
- watercolors
-white gouache
-watercolor paper
- India ink
- brushes
- artist tape
- tons of paper and regular towels ( it is a bit messy)
- images to work from if your creativity needs a boost.
- water containers and water
- hair dryer
Artist Bio:A former medical and scientific illustrator, my primary medium of choice was pen and ink. Color was considered a luxury that my clients didn't typically require for the work I produced for publications and presentations. However, after undergoing a few career shifts, I began to yearn for the freedom to create my artwork with vibrant colors.
Through exploration of various mediums, I discovered a passion for watercolors. I made the deliberate decision to focus exclusively on watercolor as my artistic medium of choice. I honed my skills and developed a reputation for my exceptional ability to infuse watercolors with intense, vivid color palettes.
My understanding of watercolor developed through attending workshops held in various locations across the southern states. However, I truly felt myself flourish as an artist when I took on the role of teaching workshops. Guiding and sharing my knowledge with adult students, many of whom have gone on to win awards, secure placements in prestigious galleries, and experience continuous growth in their work, has been a deeply fulfilling experience.
Presently, my artwork is showcased in two locations: a gallery in Asheville and another in Hendersonville. As time progresses, I've come to see myself more as a collaborator rather than solely a teacher. In these workshops, I've discovered that I continue to learn and grow alongside my participants, fostering a dynamic and mutually enriching artistic community.
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 2/26/2024
3/2/2024 - 3/16/2024
Instructor: Bill Abel
Date: March 2, 9, & 16, 9:00 am to Noon
Location: Art Place Gallery Workshop
Fee: Members: $185, Non-members: $200
Maximum Class Size: 9
About the Class: In my early days as a painter I was very lucky to meet and study under a world renowned watercolorist by the name of Tony van Hasselt, A.W.S. We became close friends and for several years I was invited to assist on Tony's week-long outdoor painting workshops. I learned so much from this experience. At the time Tony was promoting a book he co-authored with Judi Wagner called the Watercolor Fix-it Book. In this book Tony and Judi introduce the Eight Building Blocks of Painting. For this workshop you will be learning and practicing these building blocks and I will share with you demos and methods for implementing each one. These building blocks are not rules but proven guidelines. And over 30 years later, I still use these guidelines every time I paint. This is a 3-day workshop and will be painting with watercolors. Previous attendance to BBI is not necessary.
Supplies: I will provide a supply list with strongly recommended materials that will be available locally.
Experience: If you are a beginner, an art instructor, or a seasoned professional, this workshop is for you! No matter what level of experience you have, I promise you will learn so much.
About the Instructor/Artist: My name is Bill Abel and I live in Hendersonville, NC. I have painted watercolors since I was a kid and I've been painting and teaching watercolors professionally for over 30 years. While growing up in Florida I painted many seascapes and coastal scenes that were familiar to me. When I moved to Tallahassee, Florida, I fell in love with painting rural settings like old Tobacco Barns, canopy roads, and beautiful estuaries along the Florida panhandle. In 2004, I moved to Falls Church, Virginia, where I visited the Blue Ridge Mountains, Washington, DC, and surrounding towns for inspiration. And for the next 15 years living there I became established as a portrait painter of people, pets, and places. It was in 2020, just a year after my last workshop with Tony van Hasselt in his home state of Maine, that I moved to Hendersonville, NC. I have been very lucky to find Art Mob Studios and the Art League of Henderson County! While here, I've painted city landmarks, mountain vistas, pet portraits, waterfalls, white squirrels and even several black bears! My watercolor journey continues and I'm very happy to be teaching again this year!
Location: Art Place Studio Warehouse
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 2/29/2024

3/16/2024
Instructor: Miriam Hughes
Date: March 16, 2024, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
Fee: Members: $75.00, Non-members: $90.00
Maximum Class Size: 12
About the Class: Working with magical metallic watercolors on a variety of different colored papers, you will learn how to control this stunning medium. Each student will create several images as they master this stunning medium. All supplies are included. No experience is required - just the ability to have fun and pay attention. Younger adults (ie teenagers are invited to join parents)
Supplies: Miriam will bring all supplies needed:
- metallic watercolors
- a variety of papers to work with (black, white, and colored papers
- brushes
- white pens
- water containers and water
- paper towels
Artist Bio: A former medical and scientific illustrator, my primary medium of choice was pen and ink. Color was considered a luxury that my clients didn't typically require for the work I produced. I began to yearn for the freedom to create my own artwork with vibrant colors. I embarked on a journey of studying pastels, acrylics, and watercolors. Through this exploration of various mediums, I discovered a passion for watercolors. I made the deliberate decision to focus exclusively on watercolor as my artistic medium of choice. I honed my skills and developed a reputation for my ability to infuse watercolors with intense, vivid color palettes.
My understanding of the intricacies of watercolor developed through attending workshops held in various locations across the southern states. However, I truly felt myself flourish as an artist when I took on the role of teaching workshops. Guiding and sharing my knowledge with adult students, many of whom have gone on to win awards, secure placements in prestigious galleries, and experience continuous growth in their own work, has been a deeply fulfilling experience.
Presently, my artwork is showcased in two locations: a gallery in Asheville and another in Hendersonville. As time progresses, I've come to see myself more as a collaborator rather than solely a teacher. In these workshops, I've discovered that I continue to learn and grow alongside my participants, fostering a dynamic and mutually enriching artistic community.
Location: Art Place Studio Classroom
2015 Asheville Hwy
Hendersonville, NC 28791
Registration ends on 3/13/2024