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3 events,
Welcome! Art Exhibit
Stairway Gallery Exhibit open during studio hours 11-4 (Jan-Feb) and 11-5 March-April. Artists: Jenna Herbst, Elizabeth Becker, Li Newton, Peggy King, Heidi Mayfield Drost, Hal Brindley, Laura Chall, Lisa Underwood Exploring the sense of welcome in the world around us.
Marvelous Monday Open Studio with Instructor!
Marvelous Monday Open Studio with Instructor!
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED AT https://310art.com/marvelousmondays/marvelousmondays-2024 Our popular open studio class! Bring your tools and projects - we have easels, water containers, and paper towels. Dress for the studio! Your mentors are Heather C , Lorelle, Susan, and Linda. work under the expert guidance of four of our wonderful teachers. With a combined expertise in sketching, drawing, […]
5 events,
Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our flameworking studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a marble, mushroom, pendant, or glass icicle, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Your […]
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Pysanky are a lot like Asheville- unique, fun and colorful! In this workshop we will be making beautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs – pysanky. You will learn the method of batik – also called wax-resist – dying. You will also be familiarized with the wide range of Ukrainian folk art traditional patterns, designs and symbols and […]
Life Drawing – 3-hour long pose session
Life Drawing – 3-hour long pose session
Untutored sessions with live model, undraped. All mediums allowed. Please use non-odor solvents if using oil mediums. Ten 1-minute poses to warm up, and then one pose for the remaining time; 20-minute increments with 10-minute break in between each increment. Pre-registration is requested. You may register on site IF there is space available.
5 events,
A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
Ready to start learning the basics of working with hot glass? This 3-hour workshop provides an introduction to the fundamentals of glassblowing. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the various tools and techniques used in the hot shop, from applying color, to shaping forms. By the end of the workshop, each student can […]
Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
Learn the basics of using a torch and shaping soft glass while crafting an adorable glass sculpture in this 50-minute lesson. Choose your design from an array of styles including birds, cats, frogs, fish, bugs and monsters. Our flame shop instructor will adapt designs to suit your skill level. 2 students per class. Skill level: […]
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Pysanky are a lot like Asheville- unique, fun and colorful! In this workshop we will be making beautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs – pysanky. You will learn the method of batik – also called wax-resist – dying. You will also be familiarized with the wide range of Ukrainian folk art traditional patterns, designs and symbols and […]
8 events,
Anastasiia Avramchuk: The Garden of Quiet Resistance exhibition
In a world shaped by war, displacement, and a growing sense of uncertainty, the act of creating and observing beauty becomes a quiet form of resistance. This exhibition of botanical drawings explores inner calm not as an escape from reality, but as a way of remaining present, attentive, and grounded. Through plants, light, and careful […]
Painting Birds with Watercolors
Painting Birds with Watercolors
Bird lovers - have you been longing for a simple method for drawing birds and painting them in watercolors? Claire Simpson Jones shares her watercolor tips & tricks. Join her for this exciting 5 hour workshop using fun, lifelike techniques. All materials will be provided. Bring your own lunch to enjoy during our 1/2 hour […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Tasty Treats in the Flameshop
Tasty Treats in the Flameshop
Make your own mini glass snack food! In just 50 minutes your instructor will guide you through the basic soft glass torch skills needed to create a sweet memento of your own. Revel in the exhilaration of melting glass as you apply the colors of your choice and add sprinkles or icing, sauce or cheese. […]
8 events,
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Mini Watercolors, Maximum Fun! with Lorelle Bacon, April 4th
Mini Watercolors, Maximum Fun! with Lorelle Bacon, April 4th
MINI WATERCOLORS, MAXIMUM FUN! with Lorelle Bacon, April 4th (12:30pm-4:30pm) 2026 $135.00 Saturday, April 4th - 12:30PM to 4:30PM- $135 - All materials for class are included! Ages 16 and up! This is a workshop for those who have at least a small amount of experience with watercolors, and all supplies will be provided for […]
Beginning Marbling
Beginning Marbling
Experience the centuries old process of floating paint on a thick gel. Draw designs, lay paper on it and voila, the design is frozen!! Class participants will practice many different styles of patterns while learning a bit of history. Each practice paper moves you to confidence in working large on the final project- a […]
6 events,
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Florals and Flutterbies
Florals and Flutterbies
This class is about getting your bloom back -- whether it's a field of wildflowers or an elegant vase of flowers. Goals: -Learn basic analog (cut by hand) paper collage techniques. - -Basic cutting and gluing, building layers to create depth. -Complete or build the foundation for a 10 X 10 finished piece. Everyone can […]
Canceled Creativity Journaling Sessions
Canceled Creativity Journaling Sessions
Explore the use of journaling and meditation in accessing deeper levels of creative imagination and inspiration. The root of creativity lies in the murky waters of deep imagination. Through journaling and meditation, we explore the shy song within—the quiet impulse that wants to emerge in our creative work..
4 events,
Marvelous Monday Open Studio with Instructor!
Marvelous Monday Open Studio with Instructor!
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED AT https://310art.com/marvelousmondays/marvelousmondays-2024 Our popular open studio class! Bring your tools and projects - we have easels, water containers, and paper towels. Dress for the studio! Your mentors are Heather C , Lorelle, Susan, and Linda. work under the expert guidance of four of our wonderful teachers. With a combined expertise in sketching, drawing, […]
4 events,
Misty Mountains in Watercolor
Misty Mountains in Watercolor
Participants will paint layers of transparent color to create a mountain range with a sense of depth and distance. Soft mist will be added sweeping across the landscape using a subtractive technique—removing pigment with an absorbent paper towel to reveal atmospheric highlights and movement. Students should bring: Paint : Tubes are best Yellow cool ( […]
7 events,
Vintage Photo Effects in Encaustic with Bridget Benton, APR 8TH (
Vintage Photo Effects in Encaustic with Bridget Benton, APR 8TH (
$185.00 Wednesday, April 8th - 10 AM to 5 PM- $185 - All materials for class are included! If you've been wanting to add moody effects to your photography, or combine photos and encaustic, this is a great one-day, beginner-friendly intro! Bridget will supply images in class for you to use already printed with archival […]
Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our flameworking studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a marble, mushroom, pendant, or glass icicle, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Your […]
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Pysanky are a lot like Asheville- unique, fun and colorful! In this workshop we will be making beautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs – pysanky. You will learn the method of batik – also called wax-resist – dying. You will also be familiarized with the wide range of Ukrainian folk art traditional patterns, designs and symbols and […]
7 events,
A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
Ready to start learning the basics of working with hot glass? This 3-hour workshop provides an introduction to the fundamentals of glassblowing. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the various tools and techniques used in the hot shop, from applying color, to shaping forms. By the end of the workshop, each student can […]
Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
Learn the basics of using a torch and shaping soft glass while crafting an adorable glass sculpture in this 50-minute lesson. Choose your design from an array of styles including birds, cats, frogs, fish, bugs and monsters. Our flame shop instructor will adapt designs to suit your skill level. 2 students per class. Skill level: […]
Pyrography – Wood Burning with Chalkley Matlack
Pyrography – Wood Burning with Chalkley Matlack
All levels. Adults and children 12+ with adult supervision. This workshop will teach you the basic safety and techniques to begin your journey with pyrography. The woodburning tool will feel cumbersome at first, but the lesson at the first half of the workshop will help you understand the different ways to utilize factors like angles, […]
9 events,
How Long Will It Last? A contemplation on impermanence, grief and flowers
“How long will it last?” is a common question in a florist’s career and a mirror to our impermanence. Inspired by the reverence, companionship, and guidance of a death doula, we want to invite the public to hold hands with existence and mortality. Fascinated by the ephemeral, the objective is to create an immersive portrayal […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Subtractive Charcoal Portraits
Subtractive Charcoal Portraits
Learn how to work with contrast and essential “draw in reverse”. Prepare to get a little messy and come create large portraits using charcoal and kneaded erasers. All materials provided. Bring an old shirt, smock or apron to protect clothes. Register at https://www.tracksidestudios.com
Tasty Treats in the Flameshop
Tasty Treats in the Flameshop
Make your own mini glass snack food! In just 50 minutes your instructor will guide you through the basic soft glass torch skills needed to create a sweet memento of your own. Revel in the exhilaration of melting glass as you apply the colors of your choice and add sprinkles or icing, sauce or cheese. […]
14 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
April 11 Raku Firing with Paul Gisondo
April 11 Raku Firing with Paul Gisondo
Experience the drama, amazement, and instant gratification of Raku in this one-day firing workshop. Bring up to 6 bisque fired pieces (vertically oriented vase and cylinder forms up to 12 inches in height preferred). We will glaze the pieces using a variety of crackle, iridescent luster, and matte glazes and fire the work outdoors in […]
Second Saturday Salon at Jeffrey’s
Second Saturday Salon at Jeffrey’s
Scent & Sense of Place - Featuring F*kd by Jeffrey AVL Fragrance Join us for an immersive salon celebrating fragrance as memory and atmosphere. Discover F*kd AVL by Jeffrey alongside jewelry chosen to complement the senses, creating a layered experience of place, feeling, and design.
ColorScapes ~ Acrylic Painting Workshop: Saturday, with guest artist Tania Dirks.
ColorScapes ~ Acrylic Painting Workshop: Saturday, with guest artist Tania Dirks.
Join us for this colorful full-day workshop, focusing on technique with acrylic painting, layering and color theory. If you know Colorscape artist Tania Dirks, you understand that her classes are an energetic mix of laughter and color, coupled with lots of support and guidance with new painting techniques. If you don’t know her yet, you […]
9 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Modern Florals with Pen, Ink & Watercolors with local artist Casi Fordham.
Modern Florals with Pen, Ink & Watercolors with local artist Casi Fordham.
This is great class for anyone who loves the idea of creating with florals and/or wants more time and support with basic sketching that you can use as a springboard for your art-making. You do not need any experience with drawing for this class, just a desire to learn some foundational skills with observation and […]
Canceled Creativity Journaling Sessions
Canceled Creativity Journaling Sessions
Explore the use of journaling and meditation in accessing deeper levels of creative imagination and inspiration. The root of creativity lies in the murky waters of deep imagination. Through journaling and meditation, we explore the shy song within—the quiet impulse that wants to emerge in our creative work..
9 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Marvelous Monday Open Studio with Instructor!
Marvelous Monday Open Studio with Instructor!
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED AT https://310art.com/marvelousmondays/marvelousmondays-2024 Our popular open studio class! Bring your tools and projects - we have easels, water containers, and paper towels. Dress for the studio! Your mentors are Heather C , Lorelle, Susan, and Linda. work under the expert guidance of four of our wonderful teachers. With a combined expertise in sketching, drawing, […]
Ukrainian Pysanky egg workshop
Ukrainian Pysanky egg workshop
Pysanky are a lot like Asheville- unique, fun and colorful! In this workshop we will be making beautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs – pysanky. You will learn the method of batik – also called wax-resist – dying. You will also be familiarized with the wide range of Ukrainian folk art traditional patterns, designs and symbols and […]
9 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Pysanky are a lot like Asheville- unique, fun and colorful! In this workshop we will be making beautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs – pysanky. You will learn the method of batik – also called wax-resist – dying. You will also be familiarized with the wide range of Ukrainian folk art traditional patterns, designs and symbols and […]
13 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our flameworking studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a marble, mushroom, pendant, or glass icicle, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Your […]
Gel Plate Monoprinting – Wabi-Sabi Approach
Gel Plate Monoprinting – Wabi-Sabi Approach
Get your hands inky and explore the beauty of imperfection with spontaneous mark making, textured layers, motifs and playful experimentation - rooted in the Wabi Sabi approach to Mono Printing, celebrating the beauty of the unrepeatable. Classes explore a variety of techniques and materials for creating monoprints. Students will learn to use a gel plate, […]
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Pysanky are a lot like Asheville- unique, fun and colorful! In this workshop we will be making beautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs – pysanky. You will learn the method of batik – also called wax-resist – dying. You will also be familiarized with the wide range of Ukrainian folk art traditional patterns, designs and symbols and […]
14 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
Ready to start learning the basics of working with hot glass? This 3-hour workshop provides an introduction to the fundamentals of glassblowing. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the various tools and techniques used in the hot shop, from applying color, to shaping forms. By the end of the workshop, each student can […]
Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
Learn the basics of using a torch and shaping soft glass while crafting an adorable glass sculpture in this 50-minute lesson. Choose your design from an array of styles including birds, cats, frogs, fish, bugs and monsters. Our flame shop instructor will adapt designs to suit your skill level. 2 students per class. Skill level: […]
Third Thursday Open Studio Social
Third Thursday Open Studio Social
Third Thursdays are opportunities for artists to network, share ideas, and create together with extended gallery hours! Feel free to bring supplies and work on art among community. Resident artists and outside artists are all welcome. Event happens 5 pm-close, time depending on turn out
15 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Watercolor Tropical Fish
Watercolor Tropical Fish
Dive right into learning basic watercolor techniques to paint your own beautiful tropical fish. Materials supplied, but can bring personal watercolors and brushes. Registration at https://www.tracksidestudios.com/classes
Tasty Treats in the Flameshop
Tasty Treats in the Flameshop
Make your own mini glass snack food! In just 50 minutes your instructor will guide you through the basic soft glass torch skills needed to create a sweet memento of your own. Revel in the exhilaration of melting glass as you apply the colors of your choice and add sprinkles or icing, sauce or cheese. […]
17 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Mimosas and Contemporary Art Weekend!
Come in for mimosas and snacks on Saturdays and Sundays at Jaime Byrd Contemporary Art gallery! From 11am-4pm we welcome you to join us in some art shopping and even lunch at our highly rated cafe/restaurant, Piccolina, at 375 Depot Street in the River Arts District of Asheville. Jaime Byrd's paintings will bring light, color, […]
Go With the Flow: Adventures in Fluid Acrylics with Robyn Crawford, APR 18th (10am to 4pm) 2026
Go With the Flow: Adventures in Fluid Acrylics with Robyn Crawford, APR 18th (10am to 4pm) 2026
$165.00 Saturday, April 18th - 10 AM to 4 PM- $165 - All materials supplied! If you’ve ever watched those hypnotic fluid‑acrylic videos and thought, I want to feel that magic, this workshop is your chance to dive in—literally and creatively. Expect to feel mesmerized, loosened up, and totally absorbed as you watch color swirl, […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Plant Club Pop-Up Market
Plant Club Pop-Up Market
Come enjoy The Canopy at Art Garden AVL, grab a yummy drink from The Pot Stirred, and check out local growers and makers of all things plantie: from rare tropicals to native medicinals, handmade pots and trellises to botanical watercolor paintings, cut flower bouquets to herbal salves and teas, and more! Follow us on IG […]
18 events,
Fine Art in Oils Ongoing Classes
Ongoing studio painting classes in our new studio, best use of oils using time tested materials. 3 hour sessions, Tues thru Saturday. 10:30-5:30. Start anytime, work at your own pace. Beginners welcome.
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Mimosas and Contemporary Art Weekend!
Come in for mimosas and snacks on Saturdays and Sundays at Jaime Byrd Contemporary Art gallery! From 11am-4pm we welcome you to join us in some art shopping and even lunch at our highly rated cafe/restaurant, Piccolina, at 375 Depot Street in the River Arts District of Asheville. Jaime Byrd's paintings will bring light, color, […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Luminous Layers: Florals in Alcohol Inks, with guest artist Kimberly Langlois
Luminous Layers: Florals in Alcohol Inks, with guest artist Kimberly Langlois
Join us for a Sunday afternoon of community and creativity as we explore the versatile—and very fun—medium of alcohol inks! In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll discover how alcohol inks interact with one another as they bloom, expand, and flow across the surface, creating unexpected forms and organic movement. Working on black synthetic paper, we’ll experience […]
Canceled Creativity Journaling Sessions
Canceled Creativity Journaling Sessions
Explore the use of journaling and meditation in accessing deeper levels of creative imagination and inspiration. The root of creativity lies in the murky waters of deep imagination. Through journaling and meditation, we explore the shy song within—the quiet impulse that wants to emerge in our creative work..
15 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Marvelous Monday Open Studio with Instructor!
Marvelous Monday Open Studio with Instructor!
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED AT https://310art.com/marvelousmondays/marvelousmondays-2024 Our popular open studio class! Bring your tools and projects - we have easels, water containers, and paper towels. Dress for the studio! Your mentors are Heather C , Lorelle, Susan, and Linda. work under the expert guidance of four of our wonderful teachers. With a combined expertise in sketching, drawing, […]
16 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Pysanky are a lot like Asheville- unique, fun and colorful! In this workshop we will be making beautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs – pysanky. You will learn the method of batik – also called wax-resist – dying. You will also be familiarized with the wide range of Ukrainian folk art traditional patterns, designs and symbols and […]
Intro to Fabric Painting
Intro to Fabric Painting
You will learn how to go from an idea to a finished piece and go home with your own painted 9x6” pencil/art supply/makeup canvas case! You will learn various ways to take your doodles from paper and transfer the outlines onto fabric. You will learn about supplies that are helpful if you want to sketch […]
18 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our flameworking studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a marble, mushroom, pendant, or glass icicle, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Your […]
Gel Plate Monoprinting – Wabi-Sabi Approach
Gel Plate Monoprinting – Wabi-Sabi Approach
Get your hands inky and explore the beauty of imperfection with spontaneous mark making, textured layers, motifs and playful experimentation - rooted in the Wabi Sabi approach to Mono Printing, celebrating the beauty of the unrepeatable. Classes explore a variety of techniques and materials for creating monoprints. Students will learn to use a gel plate, […]
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Pysanky are a lot like Asheville- unique, fun and colorful! In this workshop we will be making beautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs – pysanky. You will learn the method of batik – also called wax-resist – dying. You will also be familiarized with the wide range of Ukrainian folk art traditional patterns, designs and symbols and […]
20 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
Ready to start learning the basics of working with hot glass? This 3-hour workshop provides an introduction to the fundamentals of glassblowing. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the various tools and techniques used in the hot shop, from applying color, to shaping forms. By the end of the workshop, each student can […]
Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
Learn the basics of using a torch and shaping soft glass while crafting an adorable glass sculpture in this 50-minute lesson. Choose your design from an array of styles including birds, cats, frogs, fish, bugs and monsters. Our flame shop instructor will adapt designs to suit your skill level. 2 students per class. Skill level: […]
Encaustic Immersion – 2 day workshop
Encaustic Immersion – 2 day workshop
This class will go over the basics of encaustic painting and will explore the various options available to create a unique piece using hot wax. We will explore the use of paper, photographs, stencils, organic material, ink, oils, pastels and colored wax to create an expressive piece over this two day class. All materials provided. […]
20 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Tasty Treats in the Flameshop
Tasty Treats in the Flameshop
Make your own mini glass snack food! In just 50 minutes your instructor will guide you through the basic soft glass torch skills needed to create a sweet memento of your own. Revel in the exhilaration of melting glass as you apply the colors of your choice and add sprinkles or icing, sauce or cheese. […]
Champagne + Shopping
Champagne + Shopping
Unwind. Sip. Adorn. Join us every Friday and Saturday from 5 to 7pm for our signature in-store ritual. Champagne + Shopping is a moment to pause, to play, and to discover. Whether you're exploring fine jewelry, finding your new must-have handbag, or trying on a new fragrance, you'll be surrounded by warmth, beauty, and bubbles. […]
25 events,
When Light Returns
Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition, When Light Returns, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. When Light Returns explores themes of rebirth, growth, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth […]
Mimosas and Contemporary Art Weekend!
Come in for mimosas and snacks on Saturdays and Sundays at Jaime Byrd Contemporary Art gallery! From 11am-4pm we welcome you to join us in some art shopping and even lunch at our highly rated cafe/restaurant, Piccolina, at 375 Depot Street in the River Arts District of Asheville. Jaime Byrd's paintings will bring light, color, […]
April 25 Raku Firing with Paul Gisondo
April 25 Raku Firing with Paul Gisondo
Experience the drama, amazement, and instant gratification of Raku in this one-day firing workshop. Bring up to 6 bisque fired pieces (vertically oriented vase and cylinder forms up to 12 inches in height preferred). We will glaze the pieces using a variety of crackle, iridescent luster, and matte glazes and fire the work outdoors in […]
Imaginative Drawing, with local artist Julie Armbruster
Imaginative Drawing, with local artist Julie Armbruster
n this class, local artist Julie Armbruster will invite you to work with exciting materials, methods, and tools, and enjoy exploring an expanded definition of drawing and its limitless potential! Respark your joy in experimenting and letting yourself enjoy the making. You’ll be guided in using strategies that will engage your imagination and free up […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
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Mimosas and Contemporary Art Weekend!
Come in for mimosas and snacks on Saturdays and Sundays at Jaime Byrd Contemporary Art gallery! From 11am-4pm we welcome you to join us in some art shopping and even lunch at our highly rated cafe/restaurant, Piccolina, at 375 Depot Street in the River Arts District of Asheville. Jaime Byrd's paintings will bring light, color, […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Pet Portrait Collage with Li Newton
Pet Portrait Collage with Li Newton
Goals: -Have fun. -Learn basic analog (cut by hand) paper collage techniques. -Learn how to transfer a photo onto a surface. -Basic cutting and gluing, building layers to create depth. -Complete the foundation of building a portrait of your favorite fur or feathered friend. Materials Provided: -Practice boards and panels will be provided. -I will […]
Canceled Creativity Journaling Sessions
Canceled Creativity Journaling Sessions
Explore the use of journaling and meditation in accessing deeper levels of creative imagination and inspiration. The root of creativity lies in the murky waters of deep imagination. Through journaling and meditation, we explore the shy song within—the quiet impulse that wants to emerge in our creative work..
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Marvelous Monday Open Studio with Instructor!
Marvelous Monday Open Studio with Instructor!
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED AT https://310art.com/marvelousmondays/marvelousmondays-2024 Our popular open studio class! Bring your tools and projects - we have easels, water containers, and paper towels. Dress for the studio! Your mentors are Heather C , Lorelle, Susan, and Linda. work under the expert guidance of four of our wonderful teachers. With a combined expertise in sketching, drawing, […]
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Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
Pysanky are a lot like Asheville- unique, fun and colorful! In this workshop we will be making beautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs – pysanky. You will learn the method of batik – also called wax-resist – dying. You will also be familiarized with the wide range of Ukrainian folk art traditional patterns, designs and symbols and […]
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Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Flame Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our flameworking studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a marble, mushroom, pendant, or glass icicle, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Your […]
Life Drawing – 2-hour short & medium pose session
Life Drawing – 2-hour short & medium pose session
Untutored sessions with live model, undraped. All mediums allowed. Please use non-odor solvents if using oil mediums. Ten 1-minute short poses followed by two 15-minute medium poses and two 20-minute medium poses. Ten-minute break between each medium pose. Pre-registration is requested. You may register on site IF there is space available.
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A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
Ready to start learning the basics of working with hot glass? This 3-hour workshop provides an introduction to the fundamentals of glassblowing. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the various tools and techniques used in the hot shop, from applying color, to shaping forms. By the end of the workshop, each student can […]
Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
Learn the basics of using a torch and shaping soft glass while crafting an adorable glass sculpture in this 50-minute lesson. Choose your design from an array of styles including birds, cats, frogs, fish, bugs and monsters. Our flame shop instructor will adapt designs to suit your skill level. 2 students per class. Skill level: […]
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Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Tasty Treats in the Flameshop
Tasty Treats in the Flameshop
Make your own mini glass snack food! In just 50 minutes your instructor will guide you through the basic soft glass torch skills needed to create a sweet memento of your own. Revel in the exhilaration of melting glass as you apply the colors of your choice and add sprinkles or icing, sauce or cheese. […]
Make Your Own Silver Stacking Rings
Make Your Own Silver Stacking Rings
Learn metal smithing basics by making your own set of silver stacking rings! In this class, Melanie Merenda will cover foundational forming, texturing, soldering, and finishing techniques, while walking you through the process step by step. At the end of class, you'll go home with two silver rings. Teens and adults. Students should make sure […]
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Mimosas and Contemporary Art Weekend!
Come in for mimosas and snacks on Saturdays and Sundays at Jaime Byrd Contemporary Art gallery! From 11am-4pm we welcome you to join us in some art shopping and even lunch at our highly rated cafe/restaurant, Piccolina, at 375 Depot Street in the River Arts District of Asheville. Jaime Byrd's paintings will bring light, color, […]
Healing Threads ATELIER with guest artist Elizabeth Garlington
Healing Threads ATELIER with guest artist Elizabeth Garlington
The ATELIER at ArtPlay is a new type of offering designed to support your creative process within a circle of community while receiving guidance and inspiration from an artist. It is neither a traditional class nor an open studio. Instead, it is a gently guided creative experience. This session is open to those who have […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Beginning Marbling
Beginning Marbling
Experience the centuries old process of floating paint on a thick gel. Draw designs, lay paper on it and voila, the design is frozen!! Class participants will practice many different styles of patterns while learning a bit of history. Each practice paper moves you to confidence in working large on the final project- a […]
16 events,
Mimosas and Contemporary Art Weekend!
Come in for mimosas and snacks on Saturdays and Sundays at Jaime Byrd Contemporary Art gallery! From 11am-4pm we welcome you to join us in some art shopping and even lunch at our highly rated cafe/restaurant, Piccolina, at 375 Depot Street in the River Arts District of Asheville. Jaime Byrd's paintings will bring light, color, […]
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Hot Shop: 30 Minute Make Your Own
Receive a guided experience to create your own glass keepsakes in our glassblowing studio. In this hands-on class, you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to create a unique piece of glass art. Choose between crafting a paperweight, ornament, pumpkin, or cup, then customize your piece with your choice of two colors. Learn the […]
Beach Collage with Li Newton
Beach Collage with Li Newton
Palm trees, crashing waves, the roar of the ocean...heaven. This class will focus on depicting moving water, cloudy skies and sandy beaches. Maybe even a sunset. Learn to paint with paper. We will all work from the same image. Goals: -Learn basic analog (cut by hand) paper collage techniques. -Basic cutting and gluing, building layers […]
Bespoke Block-Printing on Paper & Fabric, with local textile artist Jess Kaufman
Bespoke Block-Printing on Paper & Fabric, with local textile artist Jess Kaufman
Join local textile artist Jess Kaufman for an afternoon of community & creativity while learning the skills needed to not just carve your own unique linoleum stamps, but to also get beautiful prints with them over and over on any fabric, paper or clothing item! During this beginner-friendly class, Jess will guide you in learning […]
