Curious about encaustic painting? Discover this unique, all-natural medium made from melted, pigmented beeswax—an ancient technique enjoying a vibrant revival today.

This beginner-friendly workshop introduces the fundamentals of encaustic painting, including a brief history, essential tools, workspace setup, color mixing, safety considerations, and ways to incorporate mixed media. Participants will learn techniques such as collage, image transfer, and combining oil paint with wax. Hands-on time will allow each participant to create up to two original encaustic works.

No prior experience is necessary. Feel free to bring personal items you'd like to incorporate—such as photographs, pressed plants, or other flat ephemera. Materials fee of $75 paid to instructor day of workshop.

• We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
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Capture the beauty of the natural world in this hands-on workshop focused on drawing botanical subjects with colored pencil. Explore techniques such as layering, blending, and shading to render plants, flowers, and other organic forms with vivid color and realistic detail. Instruction will cover composition, color choices, and ways to build depth and texture, helping you develop both skill and confidence. Whether you're new to colored pencil or looking to refine your technique, this workshop offers a relaxing and rewarding creative experience inspired by nature.

• 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.

Create a unique slab-constructed mug and personalize it with a custom relief print in this hands-on ceramics workshop. Learn slab-building techniques, surface decoration, and how to transfer a relief design onto clay. No prior experience needed!

• 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!

A great project for those new to needle felting! In this fun and approachable workshop, you'll use natural wool fibers to create an adorable and one-of-a-kind gnome—a whimsical holiday staple rooted in Nordic tradition. We’ll guide you step-by-step through the process, allowing plenty of space for personal creativity and for everyone to work at their own pace. All fibers are sourced from Locust Hollow Sheep Farm in Coatesville. Materials fee of $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!

Celebrate the holiday season with art, cocoa, and cookies! In this festive workshop, we’ll paint cozy still scenes from favorite Holiday movies such as A Christmas Story, It’s a Wonderful Life, Home Alone, and more. As we sip hot cocoa and enjoy a potluck of sweet treats, we’ll learn how to transform complex images into simple, approachable shapes using opaque watercolor. Step by step, we’ll add layers of detail to bring these classic holiday moments to life, creating cheerful, nostalgic works of art perfect for the season.

• 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!

Design and create your own unique ceramic planter in this hands-on workshop! Using slab construction techniques, you’ll learn how to build, shape, and assemble a one-of-a-kind planter perfect for your favorite plants. Explore surface textures, decorative elements, and finishing techniques to personalize your piece. Whether you’re new to ceramics or looking to expand your skills, this workshop offers a fun and creative way to craft a functional work of art. By the end, you'll take home a handcrafted planter ready to add a touch of greenery to your space!

• 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!