Join us for a five-week exploration of Zentangle®, a meditative drawing method that uses simple, structured patterns to create beautiful, intricate artwork. Perfect for beginners and experienced creatives alike, this course encourages mindfulness, focus, and creative freedom in a relaxed, supportive setting.

Each week, you’ll be introduced to new tangles (patterns), techniques for shading and composition, and creative ways to build your own unique designs. As you progress, you’ll develop not only artistic skills but also tools for relaxation and self-expression.

No drawing experience is necessary—all materials are provided ($15 materials fee). If you can hold a pen, you can enjoy the calming, creative world of Zentangle!

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Design your own collection of unique, trend-forward jewelry by combining the soft beauty of watercolor with the bold shine of resin. In this 8-week hands-on course, you’ll experiment with painting freeform watercolor designs, learning about color layering, blending, and abstract mark-making.

Once dry, you’ll cut your artwork into custom shapes and turn it into wearable pieces—like earrings, pendants, or bracelets—using clear resin and metal jewelry findings. Along the way, you'll build skills in watercolor techniques, resin application, sealing, and basic jewelry assembly.

The final session includes open studio time to finish pieces or explore new ideas. No prior experience needed—just bring your creativity and curiosity.

All materials provided! $40 materials fee. Perfect for anyone interested in art jewelry, DIY design, or exploring new mediums!

• We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
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Design and hand-build your own functional and decorative ceramic yarn bowl in this beginner-friendly workshop. Using slab-building techniques, you’ll construct a custom bowl designed to keep yarn neatly in place while you work.

Under the guidance of an instructor, you’ll learn how to roll and shape clay slabs, join seams, and form a sturdy base. Once assembled, you’ll add your personal touch through carved or sculpted details—turning your piece into a one-of-a-kind creation that’s as beautiful as it is useful.

Whether you’re a ceramic enthusiast or a fiber artist looking to craft your own studio companion, this hands-on session offers a fun introduction to clay construction and surface design. All materials and tools are provided.

Finished pieces will be fired and ready for pickup at a later date.

Discover the beauty of one of the oldest photographic printing processes in this hands-on cyanotype workshop!

In this immersive session, students will learn the history and techniques of cyanotype printing—an alternative photographic process that produces stunning, one-of-a-kind blue-toned images. Participants will explore how to prepare light-sensitive paper, arrange natural objects or digital negatives, and create their own original prints using sunlight or UV exposure.

No prior experience is necessary—this workshop is tailored for both beginners and those with creative experience. All materials are provided, and each participant will leave with several completed cyanotype artworks to take home. $5 materials fee

Learn the wonderful art of needle felting with natural fibers as you create your own charming curly sheep. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll follow step-by-step guidance to shape, layer, and build your sculpture using wool sourced locally from Locust Hollow Sheep Farm in nearby Coatesville. No experience needed, just bring your creativity.

Materials fee: $15

• We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
• Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!

Create a functional and decorative ceramic wall vase using simple slab-building techniques and textured surface design. In this beginner-friendly workshop, participants will construct a wall-mounted pocket vase perfect for displaying flowers, dried botanicals, or small studio tools.

You’ll learn how to roll and shape clay slabs, form and join the vase structure, and experiment with texture using stamps, natural materials, or hand tools. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll gain confidence in handbuilding while designing a piece that reflects your own style.

All materials and tools are provided. Finished wall vases will be fired and ready for pickup at a later date.

• We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
• Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support the mission of HYS.

This is a fun and deeply relaxing way to enter the meditative and expressive world of weaving. In this beginner frame loom weaving workshop, you will learn various weaving techniques as you work intentionally with cotton yarn to create a handwoven bookmark for your favorite book! From setting up your loom to finishing your piece you will be guided through the weaving process. During our time together you will be encouraged to play and explore, creating a handwoven bookmark uniquely created by you! Materials Fee: $12

• We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
• Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support the mission of HYS.

Over four, two-hour classes you will build on the information learned in the Zentangle Basics class. Tangle Time expands your knowledge of “tangles” while exploring techniques that allow you to push your creativity to new heights. In each class you will expand your tangling techniques and add to your knowledge of tangles (patterns) Take your Zentangle journey ahead of basics to a level where you can create your own patterns in a fun and enjoyable way.Supplies: There will be a one-time supply fee of $12 payable to the instructor at time of first class if you do not have the basic Zentangle kit.

*It is recommended but not necessary that you take a basic Zentangle class first.

• We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
• Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!