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Art Classes and Workshops
We offer various art classes, workshops, and events, as well as some craft activities. Anyone may register.
New Community Social Art Circle
Old Murdock Building (COA)
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
Do you need a day and space to spend some time to work on your project or simply invite your friends to an afternoon or evening of conversation and creativity? Explore a variety of art in a supportive social environment. A group with different skill levels who wish to learn, explore, laugh, share, connect, and be inspired. A safe, low key, non-intimidating space. Non-makers are also welcomed. No fee!
Open to ages 15 and above
Self-led group—there will be classroom monitors who will assist you.
Spend a few hours to be a part of our social art gathering with artists, friends and seniors! Share your project and make new friends.
Afternoons: 1st Tuesday of every month, 1:00 – 3:00 PM
You may bring your own artwork or craft project and supplies that you are working on. We do have a community art supply area where you may choose something you would like to try. We supply paints, paper, brushes and other supplies.
Note: We are looking for volunteer classroom monitors—monitors can take part in creating. If you are interested, email debgiordano59@comcast.net
In Partnership with the Council on Aging
Greeting Card Class
Old Murdock School
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
Come join us in creating cards, and other paper projects. Work on making it your own design.
All materials are included and many materials to choose from. Each month is always a different design.
All ages are welcome; no experience needed. You’ll be pleasantly surprised to see what you can come up with! Don’t rule anything out! Be prepared to play.
Everyone is invited to attend. Sign up Now!
Instructor: Merrily Varone
Thursday, May 21, June 11, July 23, 10:30am-12:30pm
Alcohol Ink on Treated Canvas
Old Murdock Building
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
In this class, you will be painting on Treated Canvas. You’ll learn the basic terms, equipment, and techniques for using alcohol inks — through both demonstration and hands-on practice.
Alcohol ink art offers a dreamy blend of pigments and texture. Free of acid and highly versatile on non-porous surfaces, alcohol inks dry quickly and produce vivid, translucent color. Artists use this fluid medium to craft everything from serene, airy abstracts to bold, expressive patterns. Whether you’re drawn to soft gradients or vibrant swirls, alcohol ink art helps define the mood of your space. Learn how to preserve the medium’s fluid texture and luminous color transitions.
We will play with the inks to understand how they move with different pigments. You will create a large Canvas painting. At the end of class, you will be proud to hang your painting on the wall.
Class $45, includes all materials
There is LIMITED SEATING, register now!
Instructor: Iphie Burg
Friday, June 12, 6 pm- 8 pm
Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
Old Murdock School
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
Whether you’re a stationary nerd, DIY bride-to-be, or just a crafty individual, you’ll be introduced to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink in this workshop. We will cover all the basics and prepare you to add those unique lettered details to your snail mail, wedding paper goods, home decor, and more! The perfect night out!
Class includes 2-hours of instruction and demonstration, our beginner’s calligraphy kit (two nibs, black ink pot, 2 letter guides, tracing paper, and straight pen holder), and all materials to write on. Everything is yours to keep at the end of the workshop!
Ticket includes: 2 hours of instruction, Beginners calligraphy kit, light refreshments available
Class $65
Instructor: Kylee LaGrassa
Saturday, June 12, 1-3:00pm
Scratchboard Workshop
Old Murdock School
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
A Fun Filled Day of Scratching!
This 6-hour one-day workshop will provide an introduction to scratchboard materials, tools and techniques. We will explore scratchboard mark-making methods using a variety of tools, learn how to create different values, textures, and then plan and execute a scratchboard composition drawing. There are many tools used in this medium and Joe will explain how to use them all.
NOTE: Joe will be giving a FREE Scratchboard Demonstration that you will not want to miss. Are you curious about this relatively new medium? You may want to watch this live demonstration before you take Joe’s workshop or just come and be curious about the process. Thursday, October 8th, 6 – 8 pm in the Art Gallery. It will be shown on the large TV screen.
All materials are included. No experience needed.
Bring your lunch, we can also place a pizza order. Bring some tight surgical gloves, small brush or cloth to keep things clean.
$85 Workshop (6 hours)
Instructor: Joe Smith
Saturday, October 17, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Art Critiques
Old Murdock Building, 52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon MA
We will be holding the critique in the Gallery on the 1st floor
Are you looking for encouragement and support from other artists?
Bring up to 2 pieces of your artwork (finished or unfinished) to share with your circle of artist friends. The first 15 minutes we will be social time, then we will go into sharing our artwork. You may bring snacks to share with the group.
You may attend even though you didn’t bring any artwork—feel free to join us.
Free to all GALA members. New artists, first 2 classes are free.
A great way to receive heartfelt feedback from your circle of artists friends.
Janet Dupuis will help guide us during our time together. Mark your calendar!
Email Janet to let her know that you will be joining us at Jandu516@gmail.com