Workshops for all ages - release you inner artist!
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.”
— Pablo Picasso
Winter & Spring Workshops
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Mardi Gras Mask Workshop with Greta
Art Instructor: Greta Koshenina
Cost: $25 for DAA Members/$35 for Non Members
Get ready for Fat Tuesday by designing and creating your very own Mardi Gras mask! All supplies are included and this will be a great Saturday morning activity. Ages 5 & UP
Spots are limited - so you want to secure your registration now!
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FREE Youth Art Activity
Valentine’s Day Narwhal Light-Ups
Friday, Feb. 13th from 3:30-4:15 PM
Design and paint your own narwhal light up - you can make it for Valentine’s Day -or for any day!
Ages: K-6th
Registration Required
Spots Are Limited
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FREE Teen Valentine’s Day Art
Friday, Feb. 13th
4:30-5:45 PM
String Heart Art Block
NO COST - Registration Required
Limited Spots
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Learn to Knit Lunch Circle
Instructor: Dawn Ales
Bring your lunch and supplies and learn the basics of knitting in a fun and relaxing environment.
Supplies Need for the First Project: Size 7 knitting needles and one ball of 100% cotton yarn. (Walmart carries both)
DAA Member: $20
Non Member: $30
Meets: Feb. 24th, March: 3rd, 17th, & 31st
Location: Nannex Arts Building Lounge
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Needle Felting Workshop
Instructors: Caroline Bond & Carley Douglas
Needle Felting: An Introduction
Learn the basics of needle felting in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class. Students will use wool roving and specialized needles to sculpt and shape small felted forms while learning safe tool use and core techniques. This class focuses on creative exploration and building confidence with fiber art. All essential supplies are included. No prior experience is necessary. -
Flow & Color: Watercoloring Series with Jessica Peacock
This four-week beginner series introduces the fundamentals of watercolor with artist Jessica Peacock. Students will explore basic techniques such as washes, color mixing, layering, and brush control. Emphasis is placed on process, experimentation, and gaining confidence with the medium. Guided exercises and simple projects help build foundational skills. No previous watercolor experience is required.
You can sign up for individual dates or for the whole series.
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FREE Youth Art Activity
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a fun, free youth art activity focused on the creative process of printmaking! Participants will use foam trays to design and create their own St. Patty’s Day–themed prints while learning how images can be transferred through repetition and layering. This hands-on activity encourages experimentation and playful exploration of texture and pattern. This activity is free, but registration is required. Perfect for young artists looking to try something new and festive!
Guest Artist Studio Series
Experience something extraordinary with DAA’s Visiting Artist Workshops. Each session is led by a talented guest artist, offering a rare chance to learn new techniques, gain fresh perspectives, and connect directly with working creatives. By hosting these special events, DAA supports artists in their professional practice while giving participants the opportunity to expand their own artistic horizons.
