Mixed Media Art Classes | Guilford Art Center in Guilford CT

Create a Glass Beaded Suncatcher Workshop

You will create a stunning sun catcher using glass beads and chicken wire. Place in the yard to add a pop of color or hang in a window and bring sparkling sunshine into your home! Instructor will guide you through the process in a relaxed and creative atmosphere.

Meditative Mandala Painting Workshop

Mandalas have been created throughout history using symbols, patterns, and colors that radiate from a central point, often inspired by forms found in nature. Creating and meditating on mandalas can help calm and focus the mind, supporting feelings of inner peace and connection. Students will design and paint their own mandalas on canvas using paint and mixed media. We will explore traditional mandala designs and meanings, then sketch and paint original compositions. Participants may also incorporate chakra stones, botanicals, affirmations, and collage materials. Crystal bowl sound bath music will accompany the process to support a calm, creative atmosphere.

Create a Sparkling Crystal Suncatcher Workshop

Learn to create an enchanting crystal sun catcher in a relaxing and fun atmosphere. Take home a beautiful piece, made by you to add sparkle and shine to your garden.

Lace Painting on Textiles Workshop

Enjoy a fun and relaxing workshop while you learn textile painting! You will be guided step by step, and given tips and techniques along the way, making this workshop accessible for participants of all skill levels in a fun and casual atmosphere. You will leave with a unique work of art ready to display.

A Gift for Mom

Make mom smile with your own handmade art frame made from flowers and mixed media materials. We will take a polaroid picture of you to put in your frame for Mom. You can even make your own special wrapping paper and gift tag!

Glass Mosaic Mandala Workshop

Choose from the instructor's collection of glass pieces, ephemera, and beads to create a square mosaic window. Wood frames are 5” x 5”. All materials are provided and you are invited to bring additional beads or jewelry to personalize your piece. Ephemera is permanently adhered to glass to create your window.

Living Journal Nature Series

Develop a practice of nature observation and collection as your source for printmaking. Explore and layer patterns and detailed textures created from direct print techniques using ink and paint and your own stamp designs. Construct a living journal to hold your prints and observations. Activities are designed to be accessible and invite your ideas to flourish as you build a mindful practice of nature observation and creative expression to nourish yourself. Use your prints for collage, cards or framed art.
Please bring a snack.

Spring Vacation – Harry Potter in the Art Room: Session A

Spend one or more vacation days in the children’s art studio exploring the enchanted world of Hogwarts. Inspired by the adventures of Harry, Ron, and Hermione, students will create magical creatures, characters, and objects such as fantastical animals, potions, spellbooks, and wands using a variety of art materials.

Students will also enjoy a short outdoor break. Please bring a water bottle and a small snack.

Botanical Designs on Glass Forms

Celebrate spring with the beauty of flowers! Using dried flowers, leaves, mulberry paper, watercolor pencils, and archival glue, students will design colorful candleholders, votives, vases, and jars. Recycled glass containers like yogurt cups, mason jars, or old vases can also be transformed into vibrant art pieces. Older children comfortable working with glass are welcome.