Community Open Studio

2nd Wednesdays of the month from 2 to 4pm
Strand Center Gallery (main floor)

Spring Dates: April 8, May 13, June 10

Calling all makers who create in fiber: yarn, fabric, thread, spinning fibers, cane, etc, etc, etc!

Each session will start with introductions and then move into sharing what the fiber artists have made either recently or in the past - a show and tell - that might last 30 seconds or 5 minutes. This type of informal setting can harbor a safe space for learning from each other and nurture creative souls. We encourage you to bring what you’re are working on and eventually break into small interest groups as time allows to further discuss the works.

3rd Thursdays of the month from 5:30-7:30pm
Visual Arts Studio (2nd floor)

Spring Dates: April 16, May 21, June 18

This group is open to all who are interested in the art of life drawing. Whether you are a beginner looking to try something new or an artist looking to expand your skill set… there is a little something for everyone in life drawing.

Each session will feature a live model composition participants can sketch through observational drawing. Creativity is encouraged, so don’t be afraid to have fun with it!

Participants are required to bring their own drawing tools and paper. Some easels, drawing benches, and drawing boards available.

1st Fridays of the month from Noon-2pm
Strand Center Gallery (main floor)

Spring Dates: April 3, May 1, June 5

Join us on your lunch hour for an afternoon of zines! Share your current zine project and/or bring in your zine collection to share inspiration with the group.

Participants will also have the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative zine project too!

4th Fridays of the month from 5:30-7:30pm
Printmaking Studio (Basement)

Spring Dates: April 24, May 22, June 26

Calling all printmakers!

This group is for artists to collaborate, create, and share their experiences in the medium of printmaking. Participants will have access to our Richeson Press (17’’ x 35’’ bed) that can be used for a variety of printmaking techniques, including: block printing, collagraph, engraving, and monoprinting. We also have a large glass table, a selection of brayers, carving tools, and paper tear bars.

Participants are required to bring their own ink, linoleum, and paper.

4th Thursdays of the month from 5:30-7:30pm
Visual Arts Studio (2nd Floor)

Spring Dates: April 23, May 28, June 25

Each session of this group will feature a still life composition participants can utilize to hone their observational painting skills. Participants are also welcome to bring their own reference pictures and work alongside their fellow painters. All levels of painters are welcome, and the sharing ideas and techniques is highly encouraged!