Join us for artist-led workshops on select Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. Each two-hour workshop will feature a different artmaking theme, drawing inspiration from artwork in our collection. All levels of artistic experience are welcome as participants are encouraged to experiment with new materials and creative techniques.
Select Thursdays from 5:30–7:30pm; select Saturdays from 10:30am-12:30pm, $25 per participant, intended for ages 16 and up. Pre-registration is required through our website. All materials are provided.
Upcoming Adult ArtMaking Workshops:
November 13, 15 – Clay Creatures: Inspired by the Haas Brothers
Sculpt imaginative clay sculptures inspired by the fantastical designs of the Haas Brothers.
December 4, 6 – Scandinavian Holiday Art
Celebrate the season by crafting festive, folk-inspired holiday decorations rooted in Scandinavian traditions.
January 15, 17 – Urban Watercolors: Inspired by Zoltan Sepeshy
Capture the mood and design of cityscapes with watercolor techniques inspired by Detroit landscapes by Zoltan Sepeshy.
February 5, 7 – I’m With the Band: Punk Art
Channel the raw energy of punk culture to create bold, rebellious art pieces using mixed media like the artists featured in Destroy All Monsters exhibition.
March 19, 21 – Interior Design: Inspired by Design Icon Florence Knoll
Discover the mid-century legacy of Florence Knoll and her signature paste-ups. Create your own stylish interior layouts inspired by Knoll’s practices.
April 11, 23 – Hand Painted Textiles
Learn textile painting techniques to design your own work inspired by Ruth Adler Schnee and Alexander Girard.
May 14, 16 – Printing Posters: Inspired by Graphic Designer Stephen Frykholm
Design and print vibrant posters paying tribute to the bold graphic style of Stephen Frykholm.
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