Learn the Basics of Acrylic Painting in this all-day workshop taught by instructor and local artist, Clay James. Participants will create a ‘still life’ painting while learning the following: Canvas preparation ‘Still life’ set-up Lighting the ‘still life’ set-up Drawing in paint Understanding proportion Color theory Setting up your pallette Laying the paint and more! Date: Saturday, March 14 Time: […]
Prepare to explore your creativity by learning the fundamentals of sculpting with wool. Instructed by visual artist, Dede Starnes of TwinKnits, participants will learn: Needle Felting Techniques Tools & Wool Selection Basic Bird Anatomy for Beginner Sculpting Finishing Techniques This workshop is limited to 8 people. Ages 13+ Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 1pm to 4pm Cost: $50 per […]
In this hands-on class, artist Emily Drew will show you how to paint with watercolors layer by layer. You’ll learn simple techniques that make painting feel calm, creative, and fun. Each guest will have access to a curated watercolor paint palette and archival paper to use during the class. You’ll practice soft washes of color, learn easy tips to help […]
This introduction to framing workshop will cover the basic skills needed to frame your artwork. From selecting the right type of frame to learning what tools are needed and how to use them. With a focus on preservation as well as presentation, this workshop is a must for artists on a budget! Date: Saturday, February 21 Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm […]
Ready to transform your fabric scraps into a beautiful, functional piece of art? Join me for this beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn the simple yet satisfying technique of coiling and stitching fabric strips to create a unique, sturdy bowl. This class is perfect for anyone—no prior sewing or crafting experience is required! You’ll be guided step-by-step through the process, from […]
Taking the traditional sun print making process to a whole new level, learn how to create textures and dimension in this wet cyanotype workshop taught by instructor, Kat Evans. Participants will create several prints on a variety of substrates and will take home a lovely hanging wall art piece, as well as extra materials to create cyanotypes at home. Date: […]
NoCo ARTS Presents: The ‘ART of Creativity’ Exhibition! Creativity is more than the finished piece—it’s the process, the experimentation, the risk, and the voice behind the work. NoCo ARTS is thrilled to celebrate that journey in our upcoming exhibition, the ‘ART of Creativity’, featuring works by 16 talented artists working in painting, mixed media, and pottery. Exhibition Dates: February 11 […]
Wobble to participating stores in downtown Newton and find the Turkeydunken for the ultimate Gobble Wobble selfie. Share your location and photo on social media for a chance to win the prized basket! The Gist -locate the Turkeydunken -do a selfie with Turk -post on social media #wobbleGobbleNewton -tag and ping the discovery location Here are the list of location […]
Let’s get dead serious about Victorian Mourning! Join us as we uncover the elaborate rituals that transformed Victorian grief into an art form — complete with strict social codes, haunting traditions, and surprisingly theatrical customs. Week 1: The Art of Mourning – Making Grief Glamorous Step into a Victorian wake and discover the intricate world of 19th-century mourning etiquette. Learn the “proper” way to […]
Kick off the holiday season with our annual Kringle, Jingle & Mingle Holiday Open House. Enjoy special offers, giveaways, and tastings. Our event is being held in conjunction with the Downtown Newton Christmas Crawl and the First Friday Art Hop. Friday, November 7 | 10am – 8pm Saturday, November 8 | 10am – 4pm
