"I learned more in a few hours than I had in years on my own."
—Natalie M., Student
Bite-sized, Deep-dive Artist Workshops
Discover the secrets of art with our Art Hacks series—a dynamic collection of bite-sized workshops that blend practical techniques, inspiring art history, and creative problem-solving.
Each workshop offers a focused exploration of a unique topic. Whether you’re sharpening your drawing technique or broadening your understanding of art history, this series is your fast track to deeper knowledge and creative breakthroughs.

Upcoming Workshops

Intro to Charcoal
Adults, All Levels
Saturday, September 26
10 AM - 3 PM
Instructor: Jeff De Lierre
This intro-to-charcoal workshop teaches the fundamentals of vine and Conté charcoal through instructor-led demos and guided exercises, building core drawing skills in mark-making, value, and form that also lay a foundation for painting.

Intro to Charcoal
Teens, 13-17
Sunday, September 27
10 AM - 3 PM
Instructor: Jeff De Lierre
This intro-to-charcoal workshop teaches the fundamentals of vine and Conté charcoal through instructor-led demos and guided exercises, building core drawing skills in mark-making, value, and form that also lay a foundation for painting.

Drawing the Head & Face
Adults, Beginner to Intermediate
Saturday, October 17, 2026
10 AM - 2:30 PM
Instructor: Ryan Greis
Faces are endlessly expressive, and learning to draw them is one of the most rewarding skills an artist can develop. In this hands-on portraiture workshop, teens discover how to capture a true likeness by studying the four major facial features (eyes, nose, mouth, and ears) not as flat shapes, but as three-dimensional forms shaped by light and shadow. Through guided exercises and multi-angle drawings, students develop a deeper understanding of facial anatomy, proportion, and structure, learning to see the way artists see. Working in black and white with charcoal and conté, they'll build confidence in rendering value, form, and personality on paper. All materials are provided, so just bring your curiosity and leave with the skills to bring faces to life.

Drawing Fundamentals
Adults, Beginner
Saturday, December 12, 2026
9AM - 1 PM
Instructor: Ryan Greis
Whether you're picking up a pencil for the first time or looking to sharpen existing skills, this course gives you everything you need to draw with confidence. You'll master the building blocks of great drawing, from blocking and proportion measurement to shading, highlights, and shadow work, then bring it all together through guided rendering techniques that add depth, detail, and a professional finish to your artwork. By the end, you won't just know how to draw; you'll know why every mark you make works.
Recent

Drawing Fundamentals
Adults, Beginner
Saturday, August 15, 2026
9 AM - 1 PM
Instructor: Ryan Greis

Drawing Hands & Feet
Ages 12-17, All Levels
Saturday, August 8, 2026
9 AM - 12 PM
Instructor: Ryan Greis

Drawing the Head/Face
Ages 12-16, Beginner to Intermediate
Saturday, August 1, 2026
10 AM - 2:30 PM
Instructor: Ryan Greis

Drawing Fundamentals
Ages 12-17
Saturday, July 25, 2026
9 AM - 1 PM
Instructor: Ryan Greis

Drawing the Figure
Adults, Beginner to Intermediate
Saturday, May 16, 2026
10 AM - 2:30 PM (with 30-minute break)
Instructor: Ryan Greis
