Art Workshops
Creativity, exploration and joy in hands-on workshops. Find balance, relaxation, nature connection and more through creative art practices.
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Workshop descriptions below or click on the calendar block to learn more about a specific workshop.
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Step into the quiet beauty of winter and uncover its magic through watercolor. In this enchanting four-part workshop series, we’ll explore the gentle whispers of nature—soft winter skies, frosty botanicals, animal tracks in the snow, and shimmering frozen reflections. Each session invites you to slow down, connect with the season’s stillness, and capture its fleeting beauty on paper.
Experimental Batik with the Crown of Maine Quilters, Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Library
Step into the world of playful exploration with fabric, wax, and dye in this hands-on workshop! This isn’t your traditional batik—we’re embracing the imperfect, the unexpected, and the joy of creative experimentation.
Homeschool Art: Paper Puff Hearts/Collage Art and More
Paper Puff Hearts/Collage Art and More- Come and create art inspired by love and a heart! Mixed media and themes of compassion, kindness and love will be explored.
After School Art at The Orchard, Spring Seed Books
Printmaking Exploration Wood, Linoleum, Stamps, and More
Explore different printmaking techniques from carving to stamping.
Spring Clay Impressions, Inside-Outside Nature-Based Educators (Online)
In this online workshop for educators, honor new life, growth, light and nature this spring through creative art. Learn to make a simple-ingredient clay, marked and textured with beautiful nature inspired impressions. Modified, or as is, this is a great nature inspired project to create with students.
Homeschool Art at The Orchard
Learn about the native spring plants of northern Maine and create a simple handbound book to hold your seeds. Write and draw in your book and then bury it into the earth to see what sprouts!
Revive Your Creativity: A Journey To Your True Essence
Join Julia Maslen and I for a welcoming and exploratory art making gathering. Connect and create using various materials and powerful transformative reflection. Register here.
Art of Book Making: A Seven Week Course, The Brewer Community Center Brewer, ME.
In this seven week course (April 3-May 22, 2025) learn to create several types of hand bound books and journals. Explore concertina and other folding methods and stitching techniques such as coptic, French link and others. Weave visual storytelling, nature and more into your books. Experiment with dry and wet mediums, textures, paper and fabrics as you discover your own unique and creative voice.
The Loosely Bound Path: An Experimental Bookmaking Retreat with Charlene Lutz & Sandy Weisman
The Loosely Bound Path: An Experimental Bookmaking Retreat
with Charlene Lutz & Sandy Weisman
Saturday & Sunday, April 12 & 13 and May 17 & 18
9am to 5pm each day
Cost:
Both weekends (4 days): $375 + $50 materials
One weekend (2 days): $275 + $25 materials
Maximum 10 participants
Go to 26SplitRockCove.com/workshops to sign up now!
In a world marked by constant flux and uncertainty, this retreat invites participants to explore the concept of “surrender.” Together, we will reflect on what it means to let go of control, trust one’s process, and enjoy the products of this exploration.
Through writing and art making, we will create artist books that embrace our impermanence and our individual ideas of beauty. Participants will leave not only with handcrafted books, but also with a deeper understanding of how art can mirror and mediate life’s complexities.
Join us as we work with layering writing, batik, dyeing with natural materials, and stitching to create loosely bound books centered around the theme of surrender. Simple book binding skills – pamphlet, accordion, Japanese stab binding – as well as more complex bindings will be included as needed. Books will be made from paper or cloth, or a combination of the two.
Participants will engage in tactile, meditative processes, allowing for calm and well-being. This retreat offers a sanctuary for the soul, and a space to create meaningful art infused with purpose and care. This workshop is intended for beginners and more-advanced book makers, as well as for writers, poets, and those who love it all!
SANDY WEISMAN is a visual artist and poet. Her poetry has been included in two anthologies and several journals, including Salamander, Spillway, Barrow Street, The Maine Review, Off the Coast, and Muddy River Poetry Review. Sandy’s artwork has been exhibited locally at the Michael Good Gallery in Rockport, Granite Gallery in Tenant’s Harbor, Waterfall Arts in Belfast, and the Maine Jewish Museum in Portland, as well as in locations in the Boston area. FMI, visit SandyWeisman.art
CHARLENE LUTZ is an artist and educator with more than 20 years of experience in multiple school and nature-connected settings. She hopes to hold space and empower others by inspiring creativity in emergent and collaborative ways. She is a teaching artist with Waterville Creates in Waterville, Maine, and at The Orchard (Katahdin Children and Families Foundation) in Patten, Maine.
Charlene works with various organizations, including Antioch University, New England and Inside-Outside Nature Based Educators , to inspire art making and connection. FMI, visit her website at CharleneLutz.com.
Nature Inspired Batik
Learn how to use beeswax and textile dyes to create a nature inspired batik. This is part one of a two part workshop.
Nature Inspired Batik
Learn how to use beeswax and textile dyes to create a nature inspired batik. This is part one of a two part workshop.
Summer Sun: Nature Weaving, Inside-Outside Nature-Based Educators (Online)
In this online workshop for educators celebrate the return of longer days, reflect on themes of growth and abundance and set intentions while learning to create a nature inspired, sun weaving.
Modified, or as is, this is a great project to do with your students.
Homeschool Art at The Orchard
Batik
Learn how to use beeswax and textile dyes to create a nature inspired batik. This is part one of a two part workshop.
After School Art at The Orchard, Slowing Down with Stitch and Thread -A Collaborative Tapestry
Come and learn simple stitching techniques and explore pattern, texture and color. Collaborate and create a beautiful hanging wall tapestry.
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Step into the quiet beauty of winter and uncover its magic through watercolor. In this enchanting four-part workshop series, we’ll explore the gentle whispers of nature—soft winter skies, frosty botanicals, animal tracks in the snow, and shimmering frozen reflections. Each session invites you to slow down, connect with the season’s stillness, and capture its fleeting beauty on paper.
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Step into the quiet beauty of winter and uncover its magic through watercolor. In this enchanting four-part workshop series, we’ll explore the gentle whispers of nature—soft winter skies, frosty botanicals, animal tracks in the snow, and shimmering frozen reflections. Each session invites you to slow down, connect with the season’s stillness, and capture its fleeting beauty on paper.
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Step into the quiet beauty of winter and uncover its magic through watercolor. In this enchanting four-part workshop series, we’ll explore the gentle whispers of nature—soft winter skies, frosty botanicals, animal tracks in the snow, and shimmering frozen reflections. Each session invites you to slow down, connect with the season’s stillness, and capture its fleeting beauty on paper.
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Step into the quiet beauty of winter and uncover its magic through watercolor. In this enchanting four-part workshop series, we’ll explore the gentle whispers of nature—soft winter skies, frosty botanicals, animal tracks in the snow, and shimmering frozen reflections. Each session invites you to slow down, connect with the season’s stillness, and capture its fleeting beauty on paper.
Art Journey: Four Techniques, Seven Weeks of Creative Exploration- January 30-March 20 (Thursdays)
I’m thrilled to invite you to an immersive art course designed to offer dedicated time and space for diving deep into a variety of art-making techniques. Over the course of seven weeks, we’ll explore watercolor, batik, and printmaking, culminating in a final week dedicated to mixed media where we’ll blend all of our newfound skills. Each part of the course is thoughtfully structured to support mindful and intentional creation, allowing you to slow down, connect with your inner artist, and develop your skills. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just beginning your creative journey, this course is designed to inspire exploration, deepen your practice, and unlock new forms of expression. Each session will include demonstrations, guided exercises, and plenty of hands-on time to explore the techniques. By the end, you’ll have a portfolio of work and a toolkit of new skills to continue creating on your own. Plus, you’ll be part of a supportive community of fellow creatives to share inspiration and ideas with along the way.
Green Block + Studios Educator Professional Development
Educators connect and create with seasonal nature inspired art making. Wellbeing and art!
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Step into the quiet beauty of winter and uncover its magic through watercolor. In this enchanting four-part workshop series, we’ll explore the gentle whispers of nature—soft winter skies, frosty botanicals, animal tracks in the snow, and shimmering frozen reflections. Each session invites you to slow down, connect with the season’s stillness, and capture its fleeting beauty on paper.
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Step into the quiet beauty of winter and uncover its magic through watercolor. In this enchanting four-part workshop series, we’ll explore the gentle whispers of nature—soft winter skies, frosty botanicals, animal tracks in the snow, and shimmering frozen reflections. Each session invites you to slow down, connect with the season’s stillness, and capture its fleeting beauty on paper.
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Nature’s Winter Imprint: A Watercolor Journey Through Stillness and Light
Step into the quiet beauty of winter and uncover its magic through watercolor. In this enchanting four-part workshop series, we’ll explore the gentle whispers of nature—soft winter skies, frosty botanicals, animal tracks in the snow, and shimmering frozen reflections. Each session invites you to slow down, connect with the season’s stillness, and capture its fleeting beauty on paper.
Homeschool Art- Winter Solstice Paper Stars
Join us and learn how to create a paper star(s). String into a garland and decorate for Winter! Use tissue papers to explore color, light and form.
Art And Hearth The Library House, Presque Isle, Maine
Join us for Art and Hearth, a creative monthly gathering at the Library House in Presque Isle, Maine. From 1:00 to 4:00 PM, connect with fellow creatives, bring your own art supplies or current project (I will bring some for all to use too), and share a snack as we enjoy an afternoon of art, conversation, and community. ALL are welcome!
Bookmaking- Hand Stitched for the Winter Solstice
Join me this December at my home studio to celebrate the Winter Solstice with a special bookmaking experience. Craft your own hand-bound journal using the elegant Coptic stitch technique, perfect for creating a beautiful book that lies flat for writing or sketching. Embrace the cozy spirit of winter as we gather to stitch, bind, and reflect on the turning of the seasons.
Art And Hearth The Library House, Presque Isle, Maine
Join us for Art and Hearth, a creative monthly gathering at the Library House in Presque Isle, Maine. From 1:00 to 4:00 PM, connect with fellow creatives, bring your own art supplies or current project (I will bring some for all to use too), and share a snack as we enjoy an afternoon of art, conversation, and community. ALL are welcome!
Winter Solstice Lanterns, The Orchard, Patten, Maine
Join us to celebrate the winter solstice by creating a simple and elegant wax paper lantern using foraged natural items, such as pine, cedar, spruce and fir needles. Hang your lantern at home as we usher in the season of darkness.
Artisan Market at The Patten Cultural Center, 30 Main Street Patten, Maine
Come browse the market, buy a handmade holiday gift and meet the artists.
Winter Solstice Batik and Printmaking with Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness
In collaboration with The Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians and Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness, I’m excited to offer a batik and printmaking workshop to Wabanaki high school students. Weaving traditional symbolism with technique and personal story, students will create batiks and prints.
Winter Reflection Lanterns, Inside-Outside Nature-Based Educators (Online)
Turn inward and reflect on personal wellness by creating a simple and elegant paper lantern using foraged natural items, such as pine, cedar, spruce and fir needles. Embrace darkness, warmth and winter inspiration.Modified or as is, take this nature inspired project back to the classroom to do with your students.
After School Art at The Orchard, Winter Solstice Stars
Learn to create a paper star and celebrate the winter solstice. Explore color, light, form and creativity.
Winter Solstice Lanterns, The Orchard, Patten, Maine
Join us to celebrate the winter solstice by creating a simple and elegant wax paper lantern using foraged natural items, such as pine, cedar, spruce and fir needles. Hang your lantern at home as we usher in the season of darkness.
Junk Journals
Join us for a cozy, creative journey into the world of junk journaling! In this workshop, we’ll explore how to transform everyday materials—old papers, fabric scraps, and found objects—into a personal journal filled with the beauty and warmth of autumn. We’ll draw inspiration from the vibrant colors of changing leaves, the textures of nature, and the nostalgic feel of the season. Whether you’re a seasoned journaler or a beginner, this workshop will offer simple techniques and prompts to help you capture the essence of fall in a unique, handmade journal.
*All materials are included, but please feel free to bring your own special treasures to incorporate into your journal.
Elm City Small Press Fest
Elm City Small Press Fest
Venue: Green Block + Studios
This community event focuses on independent publishing in the Maine region and highlights contemporary print and publishing culture. Zines, artist books, prints, independent presses and more! Shop and visit your favorite local artists
Home School Art Class-Creating Clay Dough with Warming Herbs and Spices
Join us and learn how different herbs and spices can be used alongside kitchen cupboard items to create an oven dry clay dough.
After School Art at The Orchard, Printmaking Exploration: Wood, Linoleum, Stamps, and More.
Printmaking Exploration Wood, Linoleum, Stamps, and More
Explore different printmaking techniques from carving to stamping.
Exploring Printmaking: Gratitude and Thanksgiving, The Orchard, Patten, Maine
Explore different forms of printmaking such as relief, stamping, mono-printing, and carving in this workshop for all ages. We will inspire community connection through storytelling, gratitude and Thanksgiving themes.
Exploring Printmaking: Gratitude and Thanksgiving, The Orchard, Patten, Maine
Explore different forms of printmaking such as relief, stamping, mono-printing, and carving in this workshop for all ages. We will inspire community connection through storytelling, gratitude and Thanksgiving themes.
Artist Books: Process and Story Community Maker Days, Waterville, ME.
Artist Books: Process and Story with Charlene Lutz
Part of Community Maker Days
Create a handcrafted artist book using mixed media. Let go of firm outcomes, embrace curiosity, experiment, and tell your story of this time and place in your life. We will stitch and weave, connect and construct, assemble and build, write and draw, all the while creating our own unique artist book. Consider bringing small personal embellishments and ephemera to incorporate into your book!
https://www.watervillecreates.org/shows/artist-books-process-and-story/
Artist Books: Process and Story, Colby Museum of Art, Waterville, Maine
Create a handcrafted artist book using mixed media. Let go of firm outcomes, embrace curiosity, experiment, and tell your story of this time and place in your life. We will stitch and weave, connect and construct, assemble and build, write and draw, all the while creating our own unique artist book.
*Consider bringing small personal embellishments to incorporate into your book!
Location: Colby Museum of Art
Fall Landscape Watercolor Painting
Join us and create a fall inspired watercolor painting, using the natural landscape of Northern Maine.
Explore what it takes to let the paint flow in your watercolors and embrace the unexpected. The element of surprise that happens when you get out of the way and allow the paint to move in water is key to watercolor painting!
*Beginner and advanced painters welcome