
Adult Studio: Plein Air Watercolor + Gouache
Two-session plein air workshop exploring light and color on location with watercolor and gouache, inspired by American Impressionism. Create a vibrant, expressive landscape that emphasizes emotion and bold creative freedom over technical precision.
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Paintings of America’s rural fields, maritime coasts, and growing cities glow with brisk brushstrokes, vibrant color, and atmospheric light. The exhibition traces how local artists used Impressionist techniques to capture everyday moments from 1870–1940.

Paintings of America’s rural fields, maritime coasts, and growing cities glow with brisk brushstrokes, vibrant color, and atmospheric light. The exhibition traces how local artists used Impressionist techniques to capture everyday moments from 1870–1940.
Paintings of America’s rural fields, maritime coasts, and growing cities glow with brisk brushstrokes, vibrant color, and atmospheric light. The exhibition traces how local artists used Impressionist techniques to capture everyday moments from 1870–1940.

A guided walk-through of the American Impressionism exhibition (1870–1940) led by the museum’s Head of Learning and Engagement, with lively gallery talk and Q&A. Continue the conversation over coffee, tea, and pastries with fellow art lovers.

A guided walk-through of the American Impressionism exhibition (1870–1940) led by the museum’s Head of Learning and Engagement, with lively gallery talk and Q&A. Continue the conversation over coffee, tea, and pastries with fellow art lovers.
A guided walk-through of the American Impressionism exhibition (1870–1940) led by the museum’s Head of Learning and Engagement, with lively gallery talk and Q&A. Continue the conversation over coffee, tea, and pastries with fellow art lovers.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.
Beginner friendly hands on fabric painting workshop at Trackside Studios, focusing on foundational brushwork and color mixing techniques for decorating textiles and wearable items.

Hands-on watercolor painting focused on floral motifs, turning washes and brushwork into handmade Mother’s Day greeting cards. A relaxed, studio-style afternoon with step-by-step instruction and take-home artwork.

Hands-on watercolor painting focused on floral motifs, turning washes and brushwork into handmade Mother’s Day greeting cards. A relaxed, studio-style afternoon with step-by-step instruction and take-home artwork.
Hands-on watercolor painting focused on floral motifs, turning washes and brushwork into handmade Mother’s Day greeting cards. A relaxed, studio-style afternoon with step-by-step instruction and take-home artwork.

Guided, hands on art class exploring seasonal flora and fauna through observational sketching and nature inspired techniques on the WNC Nature Center grounds; ideal for beginners and anyone seeking outdoor, creative study.

Guided, hands on art class exploring seasonal flora and fauna through observational sketching and nature inspired techniques on the WNC Nature Center grounds; ideal for beginners and anyone seeking outdoor, creative study.
Guided, hands on art class exploring seasonal flora and fauna through observational sketching and nature inspired techniques on the WNC Nature Center grounds; ideal for beginners and anyone seeking outdoor, creative study.

Layered gel plate monoprints exploring texture, serendipity, and a wabi sabi embrace of imperfection. Hands on printmaking techniques, collage and color exploration for beginners and makers at Trackside Studios.

Layered gel plate monoprints exploring texture, serendipity, and a wabi sabi embrace of imperfection. Hands on printmaking techniques, collage and color exploration for beginners and makers at Trackside Studios.
Layered gel plate monoprints exploring texture, serendipity, and a wabi sabi embrace of imperfection. Hands on printmaking techniques, collage and color exploration for beginners and makers at Trackside Studios.
Guided slow looking sessions in the Asheville Art Museum galleries that use close observation to foster relaxation and social connection, led by a volunteer educator prompting mindful engagement with artworks.
Guided slow looking sessions in the Asheville Art Museum galleries that use close observation to foster relaxation and social connection, led by a volunteer educator prompting mindful engagement with artworks.
Guided slow looking sessions in the Asheville Art Museum galleries that use close observation to foster relaxation and social connection, led by a volunteer educator prompting mindful engagement with artworks.

Two-day hands-on encaustic painting immersion exploring molten beeswax, pigment fusing, and layered surface techniques in a well-equipped art studio; suitable for all levels and focused on material experimentation.

Two-day hands-on encaustic painting immersion exploring molten beeswax, pigment fusing, and layered surface techniques in a well-equipped art studio; suitable for all levels and focused on material experimentation.
Two-day hands-on encaustic painting immersion exploring molten beeswax, pigment fusing, and layered surface techniques in a well-equipped art studio; suitable for all levels and focused on material experimentation.
Interactive docent led walk through the Asheville Art Museum’s history, permanent collection, and current exhibitions, with rotating object highlights so each tour differs. Drop in at the galleries with no reservations required.
Interactive docent led walk through the Asheville Art Museum’s history, permanent collection, and current exhibitions, with rotating object highlights so each tour differs. Drop in at the galleries with no reservations required.
Interactive docent led walk through the Asheville Art Museum’s history, permanent collection, and current exhibitions, with rotating object highlights so each tour differs. Drop in at the galleries with no reservations required.

Casual sip-and-sketch time with unlocked art supplies after a café purchase, drawing directly on paper-covered tables. Relaxed museum café atmosphere for doodling, socializing, and low-pressure creativity at any skill level.

Casual sip-and-sketch time with unlocked art supplies after a café purchase, drawing directly on paper-covered tables. Relaxed museum café atmosphere for doodling, socializing, and low-pressure creativity at any skill level.
Casual sip-and-sketch time with unlocked art supplies after a café purchase, drawing directly on paper-covered tables. Relaxed museum café atmosphere for doodling, socializing, and low-pressure creativity at any skill level.

A candlelit late night collage session centered on flora and foraged textures, mixing cut paper, pressed botanicals, and natural ephemera. Relaxed creative social vibe in an intimate Asheville spot, great for beginners and seasoned makers.

A candlelit late night collage session centered on flora and foraged textures, mixing cut paper, pressed botanicals, and natural ephemera. Relaxed creative social vibe in an intimate Asheville spot, great for beginners and seasoned makers.
A candlelit late night collage session centered on flora and foraged textures, mixing cut paper, pressed botanicals, and natural ephemera. Relaxed creative social vibe in an intimate Asheville spot, great for beginners and seasoned makers.

Playful SoulCollage open studio for building a personalized card deck with images, 5x8 cards, scissors, and glue, then sharing cards, journaling, and reflecting on life questions. No art experience needed; supplies and supportive space provided.

Playful SoulCollage open studio for building a personalized card deck with images, 5x8 cards, scissors, and glue, then sharing cards, journaling, and reflecting on life questions. No art experience needed; supplies and supportive space provided.
Playful SoulCollage open studio for building a personalized card deck with images, 5x8 cards, scissors, and glue, then sharing cards, journaling, and reflecting on life questions. No art experience needed; supplies and supportive space provided.

Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.
Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

Mindful yoga unfolds inside gallery spaces, pairing slow flow movement with guided close looking in a current exhibition. A calm Saturday morning session designed for relaxation, embodied connection, and art inspired presence.

Mindful yoga unfolds inside gallery spaces, pairing slow flow movement with guided close looking in a current exhibition. A calm Saturday morning session designed for relaxation, embodied connection, and art inspired presence.
Mindful yoga unfolds inside gallery spaces, pairing slow flow movement with guided close looking in a current exhibition. A calm Saturday morning session designed for relaxation, embodied connection, and art inspired presence.
Create monotype prints using real leaves and flowers to pull one of a kind impressions, then turn them into handmade greeting cards. A hands on, beginner friendly printmaking class with an earthy, nature inspired vibe.
Create monotype prints using real leaves and flowers to pull one of a kind impressions, then turn them into handmade greeting cards. A hands on, beginner friendly printmaking class with an earthy, nature inspired vibe.
Create monotype prints using real leaves and flowers to pull one of a kind impressions, then turn them into handmade greeting cards. A hands on, beginner friendly printmaking class with an earthy, nature inspired vibe.