
Mexican Art: Frida's Heart & Frame
Date: Saturday & Sunday, August 30 - 31 from 10 am-12:30 pm
Fee: $125/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll craft rustic photo frames inspired by Frida Kahlo's iconic heart imagery. Using papier-mâché techniques and recycled materials, create unique, eco-friendly art pieces that celebrate love, art, and sustainability.
All supplies provided.

Mixed Media: Fusion Faces
Date: Saturday, September 20, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fee: $90/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Fusion Faces is a fun and creative workshop where you get to combine imagination and art in the best way possible. Using oil pastels, dry pastels, and colored pencils, you’ll design a bold portrait that blends human and animal features—or any two beings you feel drawn to. You’ll learn how to sketch faces with the right proportions, add expression and personality, and use blending techniques to create smooth textures and eye-catching colors. Whether your inspiration comes from fantasy, identity, or pure creativity, you’ll walk away with a one-of-a-kind artwork that’s vibrant, expressive, and totally you.
All supplies provided.

"Viva la Vida" Heart Necklace Art Workshop
Date: Saturday and Sunday, October 11 & 12, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fee: $125/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Channel your inner Frida Kahlo and create a one-of-a-kind necklace inspired by her iconic hearts—symbols of passion, strength, and artistic spirit. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn basic modeling techniques using cold porcelain (aka pasta fría), explore the rich symbolism found in Mexican folk art, and mix textures like natural stones and metallic accents to craft a bold, meaningful pendant. You’ll design your own heart-shaped charm and turn it into a wearable piece of art that’s full of personality, style, and story. Whether you're into jewelry, Frida, or just want to try something new, this class is all about creativity and self-expression.
All supplies provided.

Faces & Nature – Mixed Media Bookmark Workshop
Date: Saturday, November 8, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fee: $90/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Let your imagination bloom in this creative, hands-on workshop where art meets nature! You’ll design a one-of-a-kind bookmark that blends human or animal faces with leaves, flowers, branches, and other natural elements. Using mixed media techniques like watercolor washes, colored pencils, and charcoal shading, you’ll learn how to sketch expressive features and bring them to life with color, texture, and contrast. You’ll explore how to tell a visual story by mixing nature with personality—and walk away with a beautiful, handmade bookmark that’s perfect for keeping or gifting. Whether you're into art, nature, or just love a good creative project, this workshop is a fun way to make something totally unique.
All supplies provided.

Hope & Dreams Nicho – Recycled Art Workshop
Date: Saturday and Sunday, November 22 & 23, 2025 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fee: $125/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Turn everyday materials into something meaningful in this hands-on workshop where you’ll create a symbolic nicho—a small shadow box inspired by Mexican folk art and personal storytelling. Using recycled cardboard, papier mâché, and mixed media techniques, you’ll learn how to sculpt and build a layered, altar-like piece from scratch. You'll experiment with acrylic paint to add texture and fine details, and bring your artwork to life with shiny metal accents and touches of gold leaf. Most importantly, you’ll explore how to include personal symbols and stories, turning your nicho into a soulful and eye-catching expression of who you are. Whether bold, emotional, or full of sparkle, your finished piece will be a meaningful work of art that’s as unique as you are.
All supplies provided.

Mexican Folk Art: Alebrijes
Date: Saturday & Sunday, April 12 - 13 from 10 am-12:30 pm
Fee: $125/ member discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Immerse yourself in the fantastical world of alebrijes at our workshop! Alebrijes are whimsical creatures from Mexican folk art, characterized by vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and mythical combinations of real and imaginary animals. In this hands-on workshop, we'll guide you through the process of crafting your own alebrijes using the paper mache technique and recycled cardboard. Learn to sculpt and shape these magical creatures, then bring them to life with acrylic paints, adding your personal flair to each creation. Discover the joy of transforming simple materials into intricate, colorful masterpieces that embody the spirit and creativity of Mexican art. Join us and unleash your imagination in this captivating alebrije art workshop!
All supplies provided.

Papier-Mâché and Acrylic: The Heart
Date: Sunday, February 9 from 10:00am-12:30pm
Fee: $85/ member discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Studio 2
In this creative session, you will learn the art of papier-mâché to craft a beautiful heart-shaped sculpture. Once your heart is formed, you’ll adorn it with vibrant acrylic paints, drawing inspiration from the iconic works of the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo.
No experience is required.
All supplies provided.

Mexican Folk Art: Alebrijes (imaginary creatures)
Date: Saturday & Sunday, September 7 - 8 from 10 am-12:30 pm
Fee: $120/ member discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Immerse yourself in the fantastical world of alebrijes at our workshop! Alebrijes are whimsical creatures from Mexican folk art, characterized by vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and mythical combinations of real and imaginary animals. In this hands-on workshop, we'll guide you through the process of crafting your own alebrijes using the paper mache technique and recycled cardboard. Learn to sculpt and shape these magical creatures, then bring them to life with acrylic paints, adding your personal flair to each creation. Discover the joy of transforming simple materials into intricate, colorful masterpieces that embody the spirit and creativity of Mexican art. Join us and unleash your imagination in this captivating alebrije art workshop!
All supplies provided.


Sunflower Symphony
Date: Sunday, June 9 from 10:30 am -12:00 pm
Fee: $80/ member discount with member code
Ages: 8+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Studio 2
Participants will have the unique opportunity to blend various artistic mediums—watercolor, markers, colored pencils, and magazine collage—to craft a stunning sunflower. This workshop is designed for artists and enthusiasts of all levels who wish to explore the dynamic possibilities of mixed-media art.
All supplies provided.


