Art Encounters

Our NEW Arts Encounters provide easygoing, one-time workshops in various artistic fields, making creativity accessible to everyone. Each workshop aims to spark curiosity, build connections in a supportive art-making studio. Students can explore disciplines like ceramics, jewelry making, drawing, printmaking, fiber arts, photography, mosaics, and more. This is a great way to explore before signing up for a full-term class. All materials are provided, so just bring your imagination!

Art Encounter workshop Fees: $85 ($75 + $10 studio fee) per workshop. Includes all supplies

REGISTER WITH US ONLINE IN ORDER TO ATTEND: https://canvas.armoryart.org/classes?category=Workshops

CAKE STAND - Build your own one of a kind clay cake stand with Mark Lester Tuesday, September 8th @ 1:3O-4:30PM

EXPERIMENT W/ PAINT - Let intuition and media lead the way with Christina Sucgang Tuesday, September 8th @ 10:00 AM – 1:00PM

WIRE WRAP JEWELRY - Twist & wrap your own wearable work of art with Mary Christou
Wednesday, September 9th @ 9:30 AM – 12:30PM

JEWELRY CHARMS - Create personal charms just for you guided by Jeane Cooper Wednesday, September 9th @ 6:00 PM – 9:00PM

ELEVATED COLLAGE - Slow down, relax and explore collage with Maddison Meruvia Wednesday, September 9th @ 6:00 PM – 9:00PM

CHARCUTERIE - Build a one of a kind serving piece with Shanna Campbell Wednesday, September 9th @ 1:3O-4:30PM

TRY THE WHEEL - Curious about the wheel? Then come on & spin with Sara Lerner Thursday, September 10th @ 6:00 PM – 9:00PM

PET PORTRAIT - Furry, feathered, or 4-legged friend turned into art! with Nicole Cipriani
Thursday, September 10th @ 6:00 PM – 9:00PM

Art Encounters: A Painting in One Session with Nancy Tart
Thursday, September 17, 2026 @ 01:30 PM to 04:30 PM
In this engaging workshop taught by instructor Nancy Tart, participants will explore the fundamentals of color mixing, brushwork, composition, and expressive mark-making while creating a finished painting from start to finish.

Art Encounters: Stained Glass- Explore the timeless beauty of stained glass in this hands-on introductory workshop with instructor Juan Giraldo.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 @ 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Art Encounters: Ceramic Tumblers - Create a one-of-a-kind ceramic tumbler in this hands-on, one-session workshop with instructor Sara Lerner
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 @ 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM

Art Encounters: Gelli Printmaking - Discover the playful and versatile world of Gelli plate printmaking in this hands-on, one-session workshop with Patricia Lappin. Saturday, October 3, 2026 @ 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Art Encounters: Handmade Earrings - Create custom brass earrings by cutting, shaping, and texturing brass or copper sheet metal with instructor Deborah Kashdan. Thursday, October 8, 2026 @ 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM

Art Encounters: Drawing What You See - Sharpen your observation skills and discover the foundations of drawing in this engaging, one-session workshop with instructor Jeanne Bootz Brown
Thursday, October 15, 2026 @ 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM

Art Encounters: Watercolor Wonders - Discover the beauty and versatility of watercolor in this fun, one-session workshop with instructor Michael Las Casas

Thursday, October 22, 2026 @ 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM

Art Encounters: MUGnificient Mugs! - Create a mug that’s as unique as you are in this fun, one-session ceramic workshop instructed by Sarah Lerne
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 @ 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM

Art Encounters: Botanical Life in Monotypes - Discover the magic of monotype printmaking in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop with Isabel Gouveia
Friday, November 6, 2026 @ 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Art Encounters: One of a Kind Screenprint - Explore the creative possibilities of screenprinting in this hands-on, one-session workshop with Daniel Gorostiaga Wednesday, November 11, 2026 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Art Encounters: Make A Ring - Create a custom gemstone ring with silver bezel cup and silver or brass ring with Deborah Kashdan
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Art Encounters: The Magic of Relief Printmaking with Alexandra Fernandez
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM