Bristol Art Museum invites you to dive into the world of art with
our enriching art classes designed for all skill levels.
our enriching art classes designed for all skill levels.
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becoming a BAM member by completing the online membership form here: Membership Form |
Class Offerings Overview:
Painting: Mechanics of Form Organization with Bill McLane
Collage Accordion Books with Barbara Larned
Pysanky - Painted Easter Eggs with Hanka Robertson
Watercolor Series with Lana Quann
Porcelain Jewelry with Cindy Gordon
Drawing Tea Cups with Kendra Ferreira
Print Your Own Cyanotype with Kim Arthurs
Embrace the Face with Suzanne O'Shea
Coming this spring:
Painted Sunset with Wool (Felting) with Bea Lawnsby
Intro to Kinstugi (Japanese pottery repair) with Quantum Wei
Painting: Mechanics of Form Organization with Bill McLane
Collage Accordion Books with Barbara Larned
Pysanky - Painted Easter Eggs with Hanka Robertson
Watercolor Series with Lana Quann
Porcelain Jewelry with Cindy Gordon
Drawing Tea Cups with Kendra Ferreira
Print Your Own Cyanotype with Kim Arthurs
Embrace the Face with Suzanne O'Shea
Coming this spring:
Painted Sunset with Wool (Felting) with Bea Lawnsby
Intro to Kinstugi (Japanese pottery repair) with Quantum Wei
Drop in Sundays!
Open Studio Time Join fellow painters at the Bristol Art Museum Sunday Open Studio 1:00-3:30 in the Piccoli Classroom Beginning Sunday, September 29, 2024. All are welcome. $5 cash donation is appreciated.
2025 Open Studio Schedule March: 30th April: 20th, 27th May: 18th, 25th June: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd July: 20th, 27th August: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th September: 14th, 21st, 28th October: 5th, 12th, 19th November: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th December: 7th, 14th |
PYSANKY – a.k.a. Painted Easter Eggs with Hanka Robertson
Sunday, April 13th, 2025 | 1 - 3 pm
$47 Members / $57 Non-members
Sunday, April 13th, 2025 | 1 - 3 pm
$47 Members / $57 Non-members
Pysanky (pee-san-key) are decorated eggs created by using a wax resist (similar to batik) method with traditional folk motifs and designs. In this workshop, students will learn how to draw on a whole plain white chicken egg with a special pen (kistka) and melted wax, then dye the egg with special dyes. The drawing and dyeing are repeated several times as each layer of the design is applied until the egg is finished at which time the egg is blown out, the wax removed, and a ribbon is threaded through. The students will receive an egg to work on and a kistka to use. They will share the dyes and other supplies. They will also receive a short history of Pysanky, instructions with an explanation of the process, motifs and pictures for design inspiration, an explanation of the caring for the completed egg, and a container in which to take the egg home. Our teacher, Hanka Robertson, was born in Slovenia and, as a child, learned to make Pysanky from her mother who was born and grew up in the former Czechoslovakia where making Pysanky every Eastertime was a tradition. Making Pysanky became Hanka’s tradition too. The workshop lasts 2 hours and starts promptly at the scheduled time. Children aged 8 and over are welcome. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a participating adult.
For class information or questions, email: [email protected]
For class information or questions, email: [email protected]
Porcelain Jewelry with Cindy Gordon
RESCHEDULED to April 26th, 2025 | 1-4pm
$130 members/$140 non-members
RESCHEDULED to April 26th, 2025 | 1-4pm
$130 members/$140 non-members
Have you ever dreamed of creating your own unique jewelry? Embrace your artistic side and craft your own masterpiece!
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Unlock your creativity join us at Bristol Art Museum for this special one-day workshop where you’ll craft up to 3 heirloom-worthy porcelain jewelry pieces! Whether you're a novice or just looking to try something new, this class is perfect for all skill levels! In this hands-on workshop, you will:
Your finished pieces will be lovingly bisque and clear glaze fired by our expert instructor, and then carefully gift-wrapped. Pick them up at the museum 2 weeks later, ready to wear or give them as cherished gifts! Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to create timeless, wearable art. Register today and start your journey in porcelain jewelry making! For class information or questions, email: [email protected] @cindygordonstudio #cindygordonstudio Cindygordonstudio.com |
Collage Accordion Books - The Art of Folded Collaging - with Barbara Larned
RESCHEDULED to April 12, 2025 | 1-4pm
$70 Members / $80 Non-members
RESCHEDULED to April 12, 2025 | 1-4pm
$70 Members / $80 Non-members
Paper, glue and paint materials will be supplied, but bring a favorite pair of scissors and any of your own images or bits and pieces to personalize your work!
In this workshop you'll be guided through the process of creating a multipage collage accordion book. Our accordion-fold books will be made with a sturdy front and back cover, a ribbon tie and watercolor paper pages to then collage using various multi-media techniques and processes. Using art papers, book and magazine pages, tapes, stencils, paint and more, you will create a beautiful book that can represent a specific topic or just random ideas. Accordion books are a unique 3-dimensional way to present our creative expressions and possibilities.
For class information or questions, email: [email protected]
In this workshop you'll be guided through the process of creating a multipage collage accordion book. Our accordion-fold books will be made with a sturdy front and back cover, a ribbon tie and watercolor paper pages to then collage using various multi-media techniques and processes. Using art papers, book and magazine pages, tapes, stencils, paint and more, you will create a beautiful book that can represent a specific topic or just random ideas. Accordion books are a unique 3-dimensional way to present our creative expressions and possibilities.
For class information or questions, email: [email protected]
Painted Sunset with Wool with Bea Lawnsby
RESCHEDULED TO SPRING 2025
$55 Members / $65 Non-members
$15.00 Material fee payable to Instructor on first day of class.
RESCHEDULED TO SPRING 2025
$55 Members / $65 Non-members
$15.00 Material fee payable to Instructor on first day of class.
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Curious about felting? Come join us for a beginner friendly class creating a needle-felted sunset, no experience necessary. We will be using luscious wool fibers to create a beautiful sunset picture, which you will be proud to hang. This class can be used as a springboard into the wonderful world of felting. Discover how wool and fibers can be transformed into unique, beautiful creations—perfect for functionable, decorative, even wearable art. With over 14 years of felting experience, Bea is passionate about sharing this accessible and forgiving art form. As a retired Teacher for the Blind, she has taught felting to individuals of all abilities, proving that it’s a craft that everyone can enjoy with just a bit of fine motor skill. Whether you’re a former painter, crocheter, or knitter seeking a creative outlet, or simply looking for an art form that’s easy on the hands, felting might be just what you’re looking for. Bea will offer inspiration on the endless possibilities that await you in felting.
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Embrace the Face with Suzanne O'Shea
Monday, Tuesday; July 14 and July 15, 2025 | 12:30-4:00pm
$80 for Museum Member / $100 Non-member
Monday, Tuesday; July 14 and July 15, 2025 | 12:30-4:00pm
$80 for Museum Member / $100 Non-member
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Think you can't draw a face? Think again!
Let's approach the human face as a map to create portraiture that is in equal parts readable and abstracted. Through music, clay, and intuitive materials, you'll explore aspects of self while staying loose – letting imagination and expression guide your hand. This immersive 2-day workshop is a journey into the art of self-portraiture, spiritual imagery, and/or fantasy figures, inviting you to release attachment to outcomes and embrace authentic expression. In an intimate setting with a maximum of 12 artists, you'll work in a relaxed and comfortable environment where creativity flows freely. Music-guided sessions will inspire a fluid approach, whether you're a hesitant beginner or an experienced artist. Together, we'll "Embrace the Face" and allow your unique vision to emerge, celebrating the beauty of artistic exploration and personal discovery. IG: @Suzanne_OShea_Art |
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Watercolor for Beginners (& up) with Lana Quann, The Wandering Brush
Three separate sessions:
Watercolor Birds | April 24th, 10am - 1pm
Beach Scenes | May 8th, 10am - 1pm
Watercolor Flowers | May 22nd, 10am - 1pm
$50 members/ $55 Non-members
Details for Each Session Below
Three separate sessions:
Watercolor Birds | April 24th, 10am - 1pm
Beach Scenes | May 8th, 10am - 1pm
Watercolor Flowers | May 22nd, 10am - 1pm
$50 members/ $55 Non-members
Details for Each Session Below
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Whether you are new to watercolor or are looking to advance your practice, these classes are created to get in depth about watercolor art and theory. We will review examples and the "whys" of each technique and create a painting after practicing these techniques. Materials included as well as learning materials to continue your watercolor journey.
Whether you choose to join one session or all three, you're in for a fun experience where you’ll explore new techniques and enhance your watercolor painting skills. |
Watercolor for Beginners (& up) with Lana Quann: Watercolor Birds
Thursday, April 24th, 2025 | 10am - 1pm
$50 Members / $55 Non-members
Thursday, April 24th, 2025 | 10am - 1pm
$50 Members / $55 Non-members
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In this session, students will learn to draw (and trace) small birds and a variety of techniques and brushstrokes to paint several small paintings of birds! Materials included. For class information or questions, email: [email protected]. |
Watercolor for Beginners (& up) with Lana Quann: Beach Scenes
Thursday, May 8th, 2025 | 10am - 1pm
$50 Members / $55 Non-members
Thursday, May 8th, 2025 | 10am - 1pm
$50 Members / $55 Non-members
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In this session, students will learn a variety of ways to paint or reserve white in watercolor. We will use masking, tape, and other techniques to reserve the white of the paper as we create an idyllic summer scene on the coast! Materials included. For class information or questions, email: [email protected]. |
Watercolor for Beginners (& up) with Lana Quann: Watercolor Flowers
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 | 10am - 1pm
$50 Members / $55 Non-members
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 | 10am - 1pm
$50 Members / $55 Non-members
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In this class, students will learn a variety of watercolor styles - line & wash, impressionistic, loose, and botanical. You will learn tips for each technique and which ones speak to your personal style! Materials included. For class information or questions, email: [email protected]. |
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Let’s have fun drawing teacups and teapots with colored pencil. Cups and teapots come in an any varieties of shapes that invite us to learn as we draw curves and ellipses. Have fun with pattern and color as you create small drawings in your own style. Bring colored pencils and any other medium you would like to draw with such as fine point markers or watercolor pencils. The instructor will provide drawing paper and notecards as well as other media to experiment with. And we can drink some tea!
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Painting: Mechanics of Form Organization with Bill McLane
RESCHEDULED to Fridays, April 11th, 18th, 25th, and May 2nd | 1-3pm
$140 Members / $180 Non-members
RESCHEDULED to Fridays, April 11th, 18th, 25th, and May 2nd | 1-3pm
$140 Members / $180 Non-members
Creating a painting from the general idea to the specific idea. It's not what you paint as much as how you paint it. It's not how much color you use as much as how you use it.
In this workshop, we will study the mechanics of form organization and how it applies to designing a composition for painting. Brushwork, building form and color, and discussing different palettes you can use to achieve a better painting will be the subjects covered.
In this workshop, we will study the mechanics of form organization and how it applies to designing a composition for painting. Brushwork, building form and color, and discussing different palettes you can use to achieve a better painting will be the subjects covered.
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Print Your Own Cyanotype with Kim Arthurs
Saturday, June 14th, 2025 | 1-3pm
$35 Members / $45 Non-members
Saturday, June 14th, 2025 | 1-3pm
$35 Members / $45 Non-members
Join Providence-based artist Kim Arthurs (@moonersmakes) in a hands-on cyanotype workshop. A cyanotype is a historical, alternative photographic blueprint process that uses ultraviolet light-sensitive iron salts, and produces a negative of an object or image through contact-printing, typically using sunlight as the source of exposure, and developing the image in water. In this workshop, students will learn the history and science of the cyanotype, and make their own 5"x7" (x2) cyanotype print. The first 5"x7" print will be pre-treated with cyanotype solution by Kim, and ready to be printed in this workshop. The second 5"x7" print will be blank, and treated with cyanotype solution by the student during the workshop for them to make a second print on their own at home after this workshop. Students will have access to an assortment of locally foraged botanicals to choose from for their cyanotype print, and are also welcome to bring their own botanicals/materials to create their composition. Students will first create their composition on a pre-treated 5"x7" paper, print their cyanotype using an ultraviolet light, wash their print, and let their print dry. Once dry, the cyanotype print is complete and archived. Next, students will learn how to treat their own paper with cyanotype solution. Students will then have a new 5"x7" cyanotype that is ready to be printed with whenever they are ready to make their second print at home, after this workshop.
Supplies Included, students are welcome to bring their own 2-D objects to print with but not required, objects/botanicals will be provided by instructor to use.
Supplies Included, students are welcome to bring their own 2-D objects to print with but not required, objects/botanicals will be provided by instructor to use.
Intro to Kinstugi (Japanese pottery repair) with Quantum Wei
POSTPONED TO SPRING 2025
Fee: $65 Members/ $75 Non-Members
POSTPONED TO SPRING 2025
Fee: $65 Members/ $75 Non-Members
Kintsugi is the Japanese tradition of pottery repair. In this art, broken pieces are reassembled, and cracks are highlighted rather than hidden. When joined with the traditional urushi lacquer, repairs can take weeks or even months as each curing step can require 2-7 days in the muro (a humid curing box). In this class, we will use a quick-cure epoxy, allowing you to go home at the end of the day with a final piece. This is a nice way to get started since urushi lacquer is so time-intensive - and slightly hazardous!
Quantum first started practicing Kintsugi in 2021 when he wanted to fix a broken souvenir plate (two pieces, epoxy + liquid gold leaf). Since then, he has ventured deeper into the art by working on more complex breaks and utilizing traditional materials (urushi lacquer), and constructing a muro (wooden curing box). During his latest trip to Japan, he took a workshop with kintsugi master David Pike.
For more information, visit .www.kintsugi.boston
Supply List
This is a BYOP class - Bring Your Own Pottery to repair. Keep it simple (7 pieces or less) so that you will have enough time to fix your piece.
Have an idea for a class? We'd love to hear from you. Please reach out to us at [email protected].
