Bad Art Club is a meetup and workshop for new artists, non-artists, and creatives to make art in a low-stakes environment. We focus on the process of making art and not the outcome. The only skill you need is a willingness to try. All supplies provided. Located on the second floor of The Carter Building […]
Hand made holiday memories are often the most closely cherished... In collaboration with Smith's Nursery: We will be making a fresh wreath on a 12-inch wire frame. You will have the option to choose between different types of live greenery to create your one-of-a-kind masterpiece! The wireframe can be reused each year, and now you […]
The stories we tell pave the ground ahead of us... In Collaboration with Bad Art Club: In this class you will learn to create a mini-magazine, aka a Zine! This Do-It-Yourself (DIY) method of publishing has been used by writers and artists for decades to get their work out into the world. […]
Bring your creativity into the frame with some fiber arts... In collaboration with Lucky Tree: Explore a local space filled with art, coffee, and sweets to learn something new from an old tradition! You will spend your evening with Abby Redus, a passionate local weaver and detail-oriented textile designer with the goal of breaking down […]
There are few ways of being more present than painting something beautiful right in front of you... In collaboration with Gina Huitt and Miry Branch Farm: Paint a gorgeous farm scene or some fresh produce with an experienced local artist! In this experience you'll join long-time painter and watercolor expert Gina Huitt as she takes […]
What could be better than creativity and cookies? In collaboration with The Cookie People... Did you know that you can crochet pretty much anywhere? It's a great exercise in creativity and mindfulness and all it takes is a single tool and some yarn which need almost no space. To prove that point, we're creating a […]
Enjoy a beer or cocktail from Wye Hill Brewery while painting a beautiful landscape of Raleigh's iconic Boylan bridge skyline. Lauren Blackwell, Raleigh native and local artist, will take you to one of Raleigh's favorite local breweries and scenic overlooks to appreciate a gorgeous view of the city skyline while guiding you through a relaxing […]
There is something magical communicated in the subtle details of pen and paper... In collaboration with Decree Company Letterpress: Visit Decree Company, a luxurious and immaculately designed Downtown Raleigh Shop focused on finding inspiration in the ordinary. One of their specialties is hand-pressed stationary and they have invited anyone who is curious to come participate […]
Try something new and get a little crafty for the holidays! In Collaboration with Adventures in Bloom: In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn the basics of stamping on metal to create personalized holiday ornaments - the creative options are unlimited! The incredible crafters at Adventures in Bloom will guide you through the metal stamping process […]
Art can totally transform a room, so don't leave your floors out of the fun! In collaboration with Safe N Sound Rugs: Tufting is a fascinating process used to create all kinds of custom rugs. In this workshop you'll get to work with Christian Davis, a tufting artist and local creative who will help you […]