Saratoga Arts offers creative experiences for all artistic abilities; including Adults Classes and Kids Summer Art Program. Taught by professional teaching artists, classes include programs in drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture, fiber arts, photography, and more!

Upcoming Classes

  • Andy Warhol style painting

    • 9 Feb 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 4
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    Andy Warhol style painting

    taught by Jo Johnson

    Learn the transfer drawing technique used by Andy Warhol to make a flower and / or animal image with ink, watercolors and gold paint.

    All supplies will be provided.

    1 session class, Monday, February 9 at 1 pm-4 pm

    $42.50 member/$50 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $5 supply fee



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  • Pint 'n Print February 17th Screenprinting

    • 17 Feb 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
    • 0
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    Pint 'N Print

    with Christian Wechgelaer

    Come enjoy a fun evening where you can try out printmaking! This event is an informal activity where you will learn the basics of screenprinting. Screenprinting is the process of pushing ink through mesh to transfer your design. We will use paper stencils and screenfiller to create our designs.

    All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

    BYOB! Feel free to bring a drink of your choice to the class.

    Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 6:00-8:00 PM

    $32 member/$40 non-member

    @christianhenry17

    christianhenrywechgelaer.com

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  • Exhibition Workshop-Collage Felting with Jess Stapf

    • 19 Feb 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
    • 7
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    Collage Felting Workshop

    taught by Jess Stapf


    This workshop is part of our exhibition programming. Capital Region fiber artist Jess Stapf will lead a wet felting workshop coinciding with her solo exhibition Fontanelle in our Atrium Gallery.


    Participants will have the opportunity to learn the basic principles of wet felting for flat objects and wall-hangings. Techniques covered will include pre-felting for creating cutaway designs and hand cut shapes to arrange like collage elements, we will also use roving and yarn as additional embellishments.


    This workshop is great for beginners who haven’t worked with wet-felting before as well as for those who are more experienced. In this two hour workshop, participants will create two 8” x 10” wall-hangings. Participants will be provided materials but are welcome to bring any of their own wool roving or wool yarn scraps to include.  

    All supplies for this class will be provided.

    1 Session, Thursday, February 19th, 2026, 6:00-8:00 PM 

    $69 member/$74 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $25 member/$30 non-member plus $44 material fee


    About Jess:

    I’m Jess Stapf, an artist from the Capital Region of Upstate New York.

    I graduated with a BFA in Art & Design and a minor in Art History from Alfred University in 2018 and I received my MFA in Studio Art from the University at Albany SUNY in 2023. Since graduating, I have been working full-time as an artist assistant.

    I make work in a range of materials, including printmaking, sculpture, fiber, and video. My work is most closely tied to my strive for a balance between craft and intention. I begin my work conceptually and use varied materials as a method to transform commonplace domestic objects. My work deals with themes of gender, the home, and craft mediums.

    I currently live in Troy, NY with my girlfriend Melissa, our cat Artemis, and our dog Koda.

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  • Intermediate Woodcut Printmaking

    • 21 Feb 2026
    • 7 Mar 2026
    • 3 sessions
    • 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
    • 2
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    Intermediate Woodcut Relief Printmaking

    taught by Colleen Cox

    Woodcut is the oldest form of relief printmaking. In this 3 session class, you will learn the steps of creating a woodcut, including transferring an image to a block, various approaches to carving, and producing a series of prints. By the end of the class you'll have the skills and knowledge to know what materials to buy, how to print, and carve, so you can continue creating on your own.

    You will have the option to advance your skills by working at a larger scale of 9 x 12 inches or making a multi-color image with multiple blocks at 4 x 6 inches.

    All materials and tools will be provided for the class. 

    After taking a printmaking class, you have the opportunity to sign up for open studio time to work on your own projects!

    3 session class, Saturday, February 21, 28, and March 7, 2026 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

    $137.50 member/$160 non-member

    Class price break down:

    $112.50 member/$135 non-member plus $25 material fee


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  • Basic Mandala Drawing

    • 21 Feb 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 10
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    Basic Mandala Drawing

    taught by Theresa Dickenson

    If you can doodle…you can draw a mandala. It's not about perfection, it's about the repetitive motion of creating something amazing and letting all of your stress go.

    In this class, you will learn what a mandala is and basics of how to draw one from a blank piece of paper. We will review some of the forms and techniques to complete a lovely mandala.

    Saturday, February 21, 2026 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

    $42.50 member/$50 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $5 material fee

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  • Zentangle: Everyday ornament

    • 21 Feb 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 5
    Register


    Zentangle®: Everyday ornament

    taught by Katie Long

    This class is for those new to Zentangle® and those with some experience. You’ll learn the origin of Zentangle® and the basics of how this beautiful art is achievable by everyone as we create a fun ornament that you can hang anywhere in your home.

    Unwind and explore your creative side with the calming art of Zentangle®. All materials provided.

    1 session class, Saturday, February 21st, 2025, 1 PM-3 PM

    $31 member/$36 non-member

    $25 member/$30 non-member with $6 material fee

    The region's only certified Zentanlge teacher!

    Facebook Zenkat @ Bijoux Atelier

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  • Construction Paper Animals

    • 23 Feb 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 5
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    Construction Paper Animals

    taught by Bennett Kimble-Lee

    Make your favorite animals out of construction paper! This class will teach you how to simplify shapes, and how to connect them to make your own cute animal! We will talk about how to add different textures, how to play with color, and how to make them their own little home!

    All ages welcome. Students under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

    1 Session Class-Monday, February 23, 2026, 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

    $41.50 member/$49 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $4 material fee

    Bennett Kimble-Lee is an Illustrator based out of Saratoga Springs, New York. His work mixes bold, bright colors with lighthearted subject matter. Bennett recently graduated from Lesley Art + Design and is happy to be back home. His most recent works revolve around animals, with a focus on recognizable designs and eye-catching colors. Outside of the studio, Bennett enjoys creating music and walking around Saratoga. More of Bennett’s work can be found on his website: bennettkimblelee.com.

    https://www.instagram.com/spinach.illustration/

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  • Gallery Flow Yoga-Dream Logic

    • 24 Feb 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 25
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    Gallery Flow Yoga

    taught by Natalli Amato

    Step into a yoga practice surrounded by the creativity of art. This all-levels flow takes place right inside the art gallery, where the colors, textures, and quiet hum of the space set the tone for a slower, more intentional class. We’ll move through mindful sequences inspired by the pieces around us, pausing to breathe, soften, and let the artwork shape our focus.

    Expect gentle vinyasa, grounding stretches, and a meditative finish that leaves you feeling centered, refreshed, and a little more connected to the creative energy in the room. 

    Bring your mat, your curiosity, and get ready to flow among the Dream Logic Exhibition artwork. Dream Logic includes art by Anna Pellicone, Dani Ruf and Seth Butler. 

    Tuesday, February 24, 2026 6:00-7:00 PM  

    $15 member/$20 non-member

    About the Instructor

    Natalli Amato is an award-winning writer, 200-hr Bhakti yoga teacher, certified Reiki healer, podcast host, and pre-licensed marriage and family therapist. 
    She guides individuals, couples, and groups as they experience deeper levels of connection, creativity, and fulfillment in everyday life through in-person and online offerings. 

    https://www.natalliamato.com/

    @natalli_amato

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  • Beginner crochet-Delightful Dishcloths

    • 28 Feb 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 4
    Register


    Beginner crochet-Delightful Dishcloths

    taught by Kaila Kurz

    This class will be a foundational introductory approach to crochet. We will be learning skills including how to hold the crochet hook, choosing yarn types, the mystery of tension, reading written and chart crochet patterns, the difference between the foundational stitches, and how to use these stitches to make our project: a delightful dishcloth perfect for your kitchen or to give as a gift!

    All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

    1 session class, Saturday, February 28, 2026, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

    $47.50 member/$55 non-member


    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $10 material fee



    About the instructor

    Kaila Kurz is a Queer Dis/abled local artist and educator. She enjoys dabbling in all art forms, but has really found a home within fiber arts and her preferred medium of micro-crochet. Her work is meant to be lived in, using various fiber types in the form of quilting, embroidery, and lace-weight crochet threads that are juxtaposed with metal findings and stones to create movement within her jewelry. Her inspiration is focused on contrast between oppositional forces, and the seeming contradiction of dainty, fine art that is meant to be worn, used, and touched on an everyday basis. During the week, Kaila can be found teaching K-12 Special Education Music at Capital Region BOCES. She firmly believes in access and equity within educational spaces, including the fiber arts, and you can often find her pulling fellow-crocheters aside at markets to show them the tips and tricks she has found to make crochet more accessible for all.

    https://www.instagram.com/k.kurzartistry/ @k.kurzartistry

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  • Mindful Beading

    • 28 Feb 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 9
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    Mindful Beading

    taught by Arlin Zephyr Will

    Beads have served various purposes across cultures for centuries, including roles in meditation and prayer, as tools for counting and tracking, and as objects to engage and calm the mind.

    Participants are invited to explore aspects of this rich history and will create their own set of glass beads, suitable for meditation or personal enjoyment.

    Saturday, February 28, 2026 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

    $57.50 member/$60 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $15 material fee

    About the Instructor

    I work with glass and stone beads to create nontraditional rosaries, meditation beads, fidgets, and memory aids, and I strongly believe in finding ways to bring beauty and ritual to everyday life. I have worked as a teacher, educational program coordinator, and multimedia communicator, and have professional experience in the performing arts. I have been an educator and an artist in parallel for most of my life, and I am excited to now be merging those two passions. I am new to the Capital Region (formerly of North Carolina) and loving it here.

    westwindbeads.com

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  • Introduction to ProCreate & digital drawing

    • 4 Mar 2026
    • 25 Mar 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 8
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    Introduction to ProCreate & digital drawing

    taught by Jean Ellen Sotansky

    During the four week session students will learn the fundamentals of Procreate. You will learn all the controls and shortcuts to creating more in-depth drawing on your iPad and working toward creating a style for their digital work. Students will finish out the class learning how to translate their digital files into individual layers for Printmaking. 

    ***Students will be required to bring their iPad and Apple Pencil along with the software Procreate to every class.

    4 session class, Wednesdays, March 3-24, 2026, 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

    $150 member/$180 non-member



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  • Whimsical Landscapes (Air-Dry Clay)

    • 7 Mar 2026
    • 14 Mar 2026
    • 2 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 8
    Register


    Whimsical Landscapes in Air-Dry Clay

    with Forsythia Thomas

    Create your own tiny dream world in clay!

    In this two-session workshop, students will craft a small whimsical landscape sculpture inspired by the rolling countryside of upstate New York and the settings of beloved fantasy stories.

    During the first session, students will learn the fundamentals of working with air-dry clay using minimal and found tools. In the second session, they will explore a variety of finishing methods, including painting with gouache, acrylics, and PanPastels. Air-dry clay will allow students to begin learning about clay sculpture without access to a kiln.

    This class is designed for adult beginners, and no prior art or clay experience is required. It is perfect for craft-lovers, fantasy fans, and anyone looking for a fun, low-pressure, and hands-on creative outlet.

    2 session class, Saturdays, March 7-14, 2026, 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM

    $90 member/ $105 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $75 member/$90 non-member plus $15 material fee

    About the instructor

    Forsythia Thomas is a ceramicist and mixed media artist based in Greenwich NY whose work explores the intersection of nature, whimsy, and spirituality. Her pottery and sculpture feature carvings of flora and fauna, pastel tones, and surrealist dreamscapes inspired by the local countryside.

    www.forsythiathomas.com

    @forsythiasstudio


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  • Journey through Abstraction

    • 7 Mar 2026
    • 28 Mar 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 5
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    Journey through Abstraction

    taught by Ossie Jon-Nwakalo

    For the experienced artist ready to break new ground, this class offers an inspiring space to push boundaries and refine your artistic voice. Through hands-on exploration of diverse materials and techniques, you’ll discover new ways to translate your vision into abstraction. Drawing inspiration from the natural world, this class encourages you to experiment boldly, embrace creative risks, and develop a personal language within abstract art.

    Some materials will be supplied.

    4 session class, Saturdays from March 7-March 28, 2026 at 1 pm-4 pm

    $210 member/$240 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $150 member/$180 non-member plus $60 material fee


    ossiejonnwakalo.com

    @ossiejonnwakalo

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  • Still life Oil Painting

    • 10 Mar 2026
    • 31 Mar 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 1
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    Still-life Oil Painting

    taught by Lisa David

    This course is designed for students with prior oil painting experience who want to strengthen their ability to paint from direct observation and create compelling still life compositions. The class focuses on developing accuracy, sensitivity to light, and confident paint handling through close study of form, color, and surface.

    Students will work from a variety of objects, textures, and lighting conditions. Instruction will emphasize drawing for painters, proportion, color relationships, value structure, edges, and the illusion of form through light and shadow. 

    Through demonstrations, individualized instruction, and group critiques, students will complete 1-2 fully developed still life oil paintings.

    All materials will be provided orr students can bring their own. A supply list can be found here  Beginner Oil Painting Supply List. 

    4 session classes, Tuesdays, March 10-31, 2026, 6:00-9:00 PM

    Materials not Included $180.00 member/$216.00 non-member

    Materials Included $225 member/$270 non-member


    About the instructor


    Award-winning artist Lisa David was born and raised in upstate New York, where she spent much of her childhood camping in the Adirondack Mountains. Those early experiences sparked a lifelong love for the region and continue to inspire her work. A child of the sixties and seventies with a suburban upbringing that was, at times, a bit offbeat, Lisa finds beauty and nostalgia in vintage subjects—often capturing them with playful energy and a bold use of color.

    Lisa began her career running a successful production pottery business. When the physical demands of clay led her to shift focus, she pursued a teaching degree and became a National Board Certified Art Teacher. For 20 years, she taught high school art, nurturing creativity in young artists while continuing to grow her own practice.

    Now retired from public education, Lisa teaches advanced drawing and painting at the Saratoga Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, NY. She continues to paint from her cabin in the Adirondacks, where the landscape, light, and memories of summers past still fuel her artistic passion.

    Member, Oil Painters of America


    www.lisadavidart.com

    @lisadavidart

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  • Origami Monotype

    • 11 Mar 2026
    • 25 Mar 2026
    • 3 sessions
    • 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
    • 8
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    Origami Monotype

    taught by Kathy Klompas


    No experience necessary! All levels are welcome.


    In this 3 session class, you will learn the process of monotype, how to mix transparent inks, how to use the printing press, register multiple plates, and layering. A great class for all levels. You will have a variety of plexiglass plate sizes up to 12 x 16 inches to choose from. 

    Session 1
    Origami Monotype: Basic Skills

    Learn the fundamentals of working with printmaking ink and using a press.  Mix transparent inks, use a brayer to apply ink to a printing plate, register multiple plates, understand how layers of ink reveal new colors on the surface of the print. 

    Session 2
    Explore and Experiment

    In this session we will freely play to expand our vocabulary of monotype tools, and explore the potential of ghost prints and multi-layered prints.

    Session 3
    Finishing Touches

    In this class we will discuss options together and work independently to bring completion to our vision.  

    3 sessions, Wednesday, March 11th, 18th, and 25th 1:00-4:00 PM

    $127.50 member/$150 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $112.50 member/$135 non-member plus $15 material fee

    http://raggededgeprintstudio.com/

    @kathyklompas

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  • Intermediate crochet-Amigurumi Star Charm

    • 14 Mar 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 10
    Register


    Intermediate crochet-Amigurumi Star Charm

    taught by Kaila Kurz

    This class will be an intermediate approach to crochet, perfect for getting into the knitty-gritty techniques to level up your work. We will be learning skills including the magic circle, crocheting in the round, reading intermediate chart crochet patterns, changing color and how to perfectly stuff a basic amigurumi shape for our project: a hanging three-dimensional star charm!

    Please note: Prior experience with crochet is required for this course including, but not limited to, holding your crochet hook, appropriate tension on your working yarn, and a beginning understanding of the foundational crochet stitches (chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet stitch, half double crochet stitch, and double crochet stitch).

    Students should bring the following tools: Assorted sizes 3-4.5 mm crochet hooks (Up-Stitch is a fantastic space in Albany to find gently used hooks in a variety of sizes). 

    All additional materials needed for class will be supplied.

    1 session class, Saturday, March 14, 2026, 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

    $44.50 member/$48 non-member


    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $7 material fee

    About the instructor

    Kaila Kurz is a Queer Dis/abled local artist and educator. She enjoys dabbling in all art forms, but has really found a home within fiber arts and her preferred medium of micro-crochet. Her work is meant to be lived in, using various fiber types in the form of quilting, embroidery, and lace-weight crochet threads that are juxtaposed with metal findings and stones to create movement within her jewelry. Her inspiration is focused on contrast between oppositional forces, and the seeming contradiction of dainty, fine art that is meant to be worn, used, and touched on an everyday basis. During the week, Kaila can be found teaching K-12 Special Education Music at Capital Region BOCES. She firmly believes in access and equity within educational spaces, including the fiber arts, and you can often find her pulling fellow-crocheters aside at markets to show them the tips and tricks she has found to make crochet more accessible for all.

    https://www.instagram.com/k.kurzartistry/ @k.kurzartistry

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  • Candles 'n Cocktails-Spring themed

    • 18 Mar 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 9
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    Candles 'n Cocktails-Spring themed

    with Danielle McCann

    This is a DIY workshop on how to make your own soy wax candles by measuring out your choice of fragrance, hand pouring all natural soy wax using a spring tea cup as your holder.

    You will also create clay aromatherapy stones using you choice of essential oils.

    All supplies for this class will be provided. Cocktails are not provided, but we invite you to bring a cocktail or beverage of your choice to enjoy during the session.

    Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 6:00-8:00 PM 

    $55 member/$60 non-member


    www.thelittlenorwegiancandleco.com

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  • Pint 'n Print March 24th Blind Embossing

    • 24 Mar 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
    • 7
    Register


    Pint 'N Print

    with Christian Wechgelaer

    Come enjoy a fun evening where you can try out printmaking! Learn the basics of blind embossing/debossing! What is embossing/debossing? It is a technique that uses pressure to press textures and designs into paper. No ink is required to create an image! 

    All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

    BYOB! Feel free to bring a drink of your choice to the class.

    Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 6:00-8:00 PM

    $32 member/$40 non-member

    @christianhenry17

    christianhenrywechgelaer.com

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  • Painting with Wool: Woolly Waterfalls

    • 28 Mar 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 7
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    Painting with Wool: Woolly Waterfalls

    taught by Althea Pestine-Stevens


    Explore the wonderful world of wool while creating a fuzzy waterfall. In this class, students will experiment with color and form using needle felting techniques to craft a flat artwork. All experience levels are welcome to join.


    All materials and tools will be provided for the class. 


    Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

    $48.50 member/$56 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $11 materials fee



    http://instagram.com/altheas_fiber_arts

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  • Zentangle: Cosmetic bag

    • 28 Mar 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 10
    Register


    Basic Zentangle®: Cosmetic bag

    taught by Katie Long

    Whether you are new to Zentangle® or have previous experience with it, this class is for you. I will teach the background and basics of Zentangle® as you create your an artist tile and apply Zentangle® to a cute canvas cosmetic bag to keep for yourself or give as a gift.

    Unwind and explore your creative side with the calming art of Zentangle®. All materials provided.

    1 session class, Saturday, March 28th, 2025, 10:00 AM-NOON

    $32 member/$37 non-member

    $25 member/$30 non-member with $7 material fee

    The region's only certified Zentanlge teacher!

    Facebook Zenkat @ Bijoux Atelier

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  • Gallery Flow Yoga-120-degree Intercollegiate

    • 31 Mar 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 25
    Register



    Gallery Flow Yoga

    taught by Natalli Amato

    Step into a yoga practice surrounded by the creativity of art. This all-levels flow takes place right inside the art gallery, where the colors, textures, and quiet hum of the space set the tone for a slower, more intentional class. We’ll move through mindful sequences inspired by the pieces around us, pausing to breathe, soften, and let the artwork shape our focus.

    Expect gentle vinyasa, grounding stretches, and a meditative finish that leaves you feeling centered, refreshed, and a little more connected to the creative energy in the room. 

    Bring your mat, your curiosity, and get ready to flow among the 120-degree Intercollegiate Exhibition artwork.

    Tuesday, March 31, 2026 6:00-7:00 PM  

    $15 member/$20 non-member

    About the Instructor

    Natalli Amato is an award-winning writer, 200-hr Bhakti yoga teacher, certified Reiki healer, podcast host, and pre-licensed marriage and family therapist. 
    She guides individuals, couples, and groups as they experience deeper levels of connection, creativity, and fulfillment in everyday life through in-person and online offerings. 

    https://www.natalliamato.com/

    @natalli_amato

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  • Advanced crochet-Micro crochet flowers

    • 4 Apr 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 6
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    Advanced crochet-Micro crochet flowers

    taught by Kaila Kurz

    This class will be an advanced approach to crochet that is designed to open your eyes to the world of micro crochet. We will be learning skills including creating various shapes in the round, reading complex chart patterns, choosing and using micro crochet hooks, how to pick your thread, and choosing your color palette to create our project: a micro crochet flower charm perfect for a necklace or earrings!

    Please note: Prior experience with crochet is required for this course including, but not limited to, understanding of the foundational crochet stitches (chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet stitch, half double crochet stitch, and double crochet stitch) and crocheting in the round.

    Students should bring the following tools: 

    Embroidery Needles (assorted sizes)

    Crochet hooks in sizes 1.0mm and 1.25mm (Teacher recommendations below)

    All additional materials needed for class will be supplied.

    1 session class, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

    $42.50 member/$50 non-member


    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $5 material fee

    About the instructor

    Kaila Kurz is a Queer Dis/abled local artist and educator. She enjoys dabbling in all art forms, but has really found a home within fiber arts and her preferred medium of micro-crochet. Her work is meant to be lived in, using various fiber types in the form of quilting, embroidery, and lace-weight crochet threads that are juxtaposed with metal findings and stones to create movement within her jewelry. Her inspiration is focused on contrast between oppositional forces, and the seeming contradiction of dainty, fine art that is meant to be worn, used, and touched on an everyday basis. During the week, Kaila can be found teaching K-12 Special Education Music at Capital Region BOCES. She firmly believes in access and equity within educational spaces, including the fiber arts, and you can often find her pulling fellow-crocheters aside at markets to show them the tips and tricks she has found to make crochet more accessible for all.

    https://www.instagram.com/k.kurzartistry/ @k.kurzartistry

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  • Drawing to Print: Copper Plate Drypoint Etching

    • 11 Apr 2026
    • 18 Apr 2026
    • 2 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
    • 5
    Register


    Drawing to Print: Copper Plate Drypoint Etching

    taught by Colleen Cox

    In the class, you will learn about working with a copper plate to translate your drawings into a printable matrix. We will be using the technique drypoint, which is where you draw directly onto a plate using an etching needle. We will cover how to polish your plate, bevel your edges, draw onto copper, and use the printing press. You will be guided through each step of the printing process and leave with a few prints of your image!

    No experience necessary! All levels are welcome. This is a great introductory class for those interested in pursuing other etching techniques using copper.

    All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

    After taking a printmaking class, you have the opportunity to sign up for open studio time to work on your own projects!

    2 session class, Saturday, April 11 and 18, 2026 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

    $95 member/$110 non-member

    Class price break down:

    $75 member/$90 non-member plus $20 material fee




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  • Foundations of Character Development

    • 11 Apr 2026
    • 18 Apr 2026
    • 2 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 4
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    Foundations of Character Development

    taught by Bennett Kimble-Lee

    This class introduces core principles behind creating strong, memorable characters. We’ll explore topics such as shape language, visual readability, and how a character’s design reflects their story and/or setting. Through guided prompts and in-class exercises, you’ll put these ideas into practice and develop 1–2 rough character concepts of your own.

    Whether you’re new to character design or looking to sharpen your fundamentals, this workshop will give you the tools to start designing with purpose and clarity.

    Students are encouraged to bring their own tablets/computers; if they prefer to work digitally.

    All ages welcome. Students under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

    2 Session Class-Saturdays, April 11-18, 2026, 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

    $80 member/$95 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $75 member/$90 non-member plus $5 material fee

    Bennett Kimble-Lee is an Illustrator based out of Saratoga Springs, New York. His work mixes bold, bright colors with lighthearted subject matter. Bennett recently graduated from Lesley Art + Design and is happy to be back home. His most recent works revolve around animals, with a focus on recognizable designs and eye-catching colors. Outside of the studio, Bennett enjoys creating music and walking around Saratoga. More of Bennett’s work can be found on his website: bennettkimblelee.com.

    https://www.instagram.com/spinach.illustration/

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  • Feathered Friends: Inspired by Amy Tan's The Backyard Bird Chronicles

    • 14 Apr 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 8
    Register

     


    Feathered Friends:

    Inspired by Amy Tan's The Backyard Bird Chronicles

    taught by Jo Johnson

    In this hands-on adult art class, students will explore drawing and painting birds through a variety of approachable techniques, inspired by Amy Tan’s The Backyard Bird Chronicles. We’ll begin by practicing sketching basic bird shapes using pencil, then move into expressive brush and ink work. Students will follow a step-by-step watercolor demonstration to paint a bird, enhancing details and texture with colored pencils. Drawing inspiration from Tan’s observations and artistic journaling, each student will select one of their bird studies to transform into a mixed media collage, combining drawing, painting, and layered materials for a unique final piece. No prior experience is necessary—just curiosity, creativity, and a love of birds.

    Find the book, Amy Tan's The Backyard Bird Chronicles here:

    https://www.northshire.com/book/9780593536131

    All supplies will be provided.

    1 session class, Tuesday, April 14 from 1 pm-4 pm

    $42.50 member/$50 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $5 supply fee



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  • Intermediate Oil Painting-Landscapes

    • 14 Apr 2026
    • 5 May 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 7
    Register


    Intermediate Oil Painting-Landscapes

    taught by Lisa David

    This course is designed for students who have prior experience with oil painting and wish to further develop their technical skills and personal approach to landscape painting. Students will focus on interpreting landscape subjects with a greater emphasis on light, depth, storytelling, and developing a personal approach to painting landscapes.

    Work will be completed using both photo references and direct observation. Through demonstrations and individualized instruction students will complete 1-2 landscape oil paintings.

    Materials will be provided or students can bring their own. A supply list can be found here  Beginner Oil Painting Supply List. 

    4 session classes, Tuesdays, April 14-May 5, 2026, 6:00-9:00 PM

    Materials not Included $180.00 member/$216.00 non-member

    Materials Included $225 member/$270 non-member


    About the instructor


    Award-winning artist Lisa David was born and raised in upstate New York, where she spent much of her childhood camping in the Adirondack Mountains. Those early experiences sparked a lifelong love for the region and continue to inspire her work. A child of the sixties and seventies with a suburban upbringing that was, at times, a bit offbeat, Lisa finds beauty and nostalgia in vintage subjects—often capturing them with playful energy and a bold use of color.

    Lisa began her career running a successful production pottery business. When the physical demands of clay led her to shift focus, she pursued a teaching degree and became a National Board Certified Art Teacher. For 20 years, she taught high school art, nurturing creativity in young artists while continuing to grow her own practice.

    Now retired from public education, Lisa teaches advanced drawing and painting at the Saratoga Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, NY. She continues to paint from her cabin in the Adirondacks, where the landscape, light, and memories of summers past still fuel her artistic passion.

    Member, Oil Painters of America


    www.lisadavidart.com

    @lisadavidart

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  • Introduction to yarn arts

    • 16 Apr 2026
    • 7 May 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 8
    Register


    Introduction to Yarn Arts

    taught by Alice Kaplan

    Have you wanted to try crochet, needlepoint, knitting, rug hooking, but didn't know where to start or have the money to buy all the supplies? This is the class for you! Participants will explore the creative possibilities for expression using yarn. They will learn and practice several basic techniques for creating works out of yarn, including knit, crochet, needlepoint, and rug hooking.  Participants will create several small works and design their own personal project which they will start in class and take home to complete.

    All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  All skill levels are encouraged to register.

    4 session class, Thursdays, April 16-May 7, 2026 6:00-9:00 PM  

    $165 member/$195 non-member


    Price breakdown:

    $150 member/$180 non-member plus $15 material fee


    Meet the Instructor:


    Alice Kaplan is an inter-disciplinary artist who primarily paints in oil and acrylics and also creates beaded jewelry and textile art and in original designs. She maintains a studio at 79 Beekman St. in the Saratoga Springs Art District where she has various works on display in the stairwell gallery.  She has participated in various group shows, member shows and art events in upstate NY with the Beekman Street Artists Group, Saratoga Arts and Saratoga Springs Art District Inc. 


    Alice has also volunteered for many years teaching arts and crafts to children in the Saratoga area, both as a Girl Scout leader, and as a member of the Saratoga Springs High School Drama Club technical team where she has coordinated scenic design for more than a dozen musical productions.


    akaplanstudio.com

    A Kaplan Studio (on Facebook)

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  • Stained Glass Wreath

    • 21 Apr 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 10
    Register


    Stained Glass Wreath Suncatcher

    taught by Kim O'Rourke

    Explore the beauty of stained glass with beautiful multicolored green glass in this hands-on class. All glass leaves will be pre-cut and copper foiling and soldering techniques will be taught. By the end of the class you will have created a vibrant 6" suncatcher.

    No prior experience is needed. All materials and tools will be provided.

    Bring gardening gloves, safety glasses, and wear closed toe shoes. All other materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

    1 session class, Tuesday, April 21, 2026 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

    $82.50 member/$90 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $45 material fee

    Earthly Elements Glassworks

    @Earthly-Elements-Glassworks

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  • Wet Felting a vessel

    • 25 Apr 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 10
    Register


    Wet Felting a vessel

    taught by Cynthia Mulvaney

    This course is for everyone from curious beginners to experienced fiber artists! We will take raw wool and fun embellishments to create a beautiful art vessel (similar to a pottery bowl, except made of felted wool!) Using a variety of techniques, you’ll learn how to transform wool into felt and make your own custom vessel which you can use to hold trinkets, dried flowers or just for a beautiful decoration in your home!

    You’ll learn about the various types of wool, embellishments and supplies used in wet felting along with all the techniques, such as ‘shingling’, wetting, rolling, in order to create your finished product.. Skills you can use in your own future use to wet felt objects at home!

    Students must bring their own bath-size towel (as it’s not called ‘wet’ felting for nothing, ha!). All other supplies for this class will be provided.

    1 Session, Saturday, April 25, 2026, 1:00-4:00 PM 

    $62.50 member/$70 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $25 material fee

    About the Instructor

    Cynthia Mulvaney began her art career when 'faux finishes were all the rage' in the 1990s. She began painting finishes, trompe l'oeil and murals both commercially and privately, honing her skills and she now enjoying painting 'in all sizes', in all mediums from oils and acrylics to watercolor and gouache. She has a love for sculpture as well and has taught drawing, painting in all media and fiber art to students throughout NY and New Mexico. She loves living in the beautiful Mohawk Valley, near her children and grandchildren.. life is good, indeed! 

    https://cynthiamulvaney.wixsite.com/cynthiamulvaney

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  • Gallery Flow Yoga-Intercut Realities

    • 28 Apr 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 25
    Register



    Gallery Flow Yoga

    taught by Natalli Amato

    Step into a yoga practice surrounded by the creativity of art. This all-levels flow takes place right inside the art gallery, where the colors, textures, and quiet hum of the space set the tone for a slower, more intentional class. We’ll move through mindful sequences inspired by the pieces around us, pausing to breathe, soften, and let the artwork shape our focus.

    Expect gentle vinyasa, grounding stretches, and a meditative finish that leaves you feeling centered, refreshed, and a little more connected to the creative energy in the room. 

    Bring your mat, your curiosity, and get ready to flow among the Intercut Realities Exhibition artwork. Intercut Realities features art by Alison Bachorik, Benj Gleeksman, Emily Tironi and Avery Hartranft.

    Tuesday, April 28, 2026 6:00-7:00 PM  

    $15 member/$20 non-member

    About the Instructor

    Natalli Amato is an award-winning writer, 200-hr Bhakti yoga teacher, certified Reiki healer, podcast host, and pre-licensed marriage and family therapist. 
    She guides individuals, couples, and groups as they experience deeper levels of connection, creativity, and fulfillment in everyday life through in-person and online offerings. 

    https://www.natalliamato.com/

    @natalli_amato

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  • Drawing basics: Colored Pencil on Black Paper

    • 2 May 2026
    • 10:00 AM
    • 9 May 2026
    • 1:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 8
    Register


    Drawing basics: Colored Pencil on Black Paper

    taught by Kseniya Ostrovska

    In this class, you’ll complete a 9 × 12 inch colored pencil drawing on black paper and learn foundational techniques for working with colored pencil. We’ll explore how to build form, define edges, and layer color in a clear, step-by-step way so you can create a drawing with depth and clarity. Students may choose to draw a floral subject or another simple object of their choice.

    A 24-piece set of Prismacolor Premier pencils will be provided, and students are welcome to bring additional pencils if they wish. You may also bring personal reference images—one in color and one in black and white—or work from reference images provided by the instructor.

    Beginners are welcome! I will meet you where you're at. This class can also be taken repeatedly, as I will guide you through different subjects and color combinations.

    2 session class, Saturdays, May 2-9, 2025 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

    $110 member/$125 non-member


    Class price break down:

    $75 member/$90 non-member plus $35 material fee


    About the instructor: 

    I am drawn to the complexity of plants, their similarity to human beings in terms of physical structure and needs, and the ongoing impact that plants and people have on each other. I love how the process of making relief prints leads me to look at driftwood and dead trees in a new light. Studying the form, notches and textures of the trees, many of which are over a hundred years old, reveals the individual struggles and stories of beings that exist on a time scale beyond human life. The neuron-like appearance of roots and the bone-like forms of knotted branches evoke a human presence and remind me that we all depend on the purity and accessibility of soil, sun and water in order to live.

    My art practice is a way of focusing on the bioregional diversity around me and building a stronger connection with the natural world. While growing up and living in cities, I frequently found myself without a sense of belonging to a place: melancholic and restless. After the opportunity to live in rural upstate New York, surrounded by acres of living forest and cultivating a garden, I realized how a connection with the earth gives me a sense of place and contentment. My work offers viewers the experience of careful attention, respect, and micro-level fascination that I bring to my interactions with the plant kingdom. The goal of my practice is to strengthen our desire to maintain the intricate systems of the natural world so that future generations will have access to outdoor places full of rich diversity and interdependence.

    http://kseniyaostrovska.com

    kseniya_ostrovska_art/

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  • Find Your Voice: A Poetry Workshop for Self-Discovery

    • 4 May 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 10
    Register



    Find Your Voice: A Poetry Workshop for Self-Discovery

    taught by Natalli Amato

    In this three-hour intensive, poet, journalist, and therapist Natalli Amato will guide participants on a journey of self-expression using poetry as the medium. Together, we will begin by reading and discussing poems by masters of the craft.  Students will be lead through a guided meditation intended to connect the heart center and instill confidence in expressing one's truth.

    The rest of the workshop will be dedicated to writing our own poetry, guided by prompts inspired to help us hone our unique tone, style, and identity on the page. There will be time to share and discuss our work together.

    No previous writing experience is needed for the workshop. Just come with an open mind and heart! Students are asked to bring a blank journal and writing utensils with them to class. 

    1 session class, Monday, May 4, 2026 6:00-9:00 PM  

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member

    About the Instructor

    Natalli Amato is an award-winning writer, 200-hr Bhakti yoga teacher, certified Reiki healer, podcast host, and pre-licensed marriage and family therapist. She guides individuals, couples, and groups as they experience deeper levels of connection, creativity, and fulfillment in everyday life through in-person and online offerings. 
    Dedicated to sharing stories of the human spirit and the tools we need to thrive, she has written for Rolling Stone, Vice, Chopra Global, Spirituality & Health Magazine, Her Agenda, and Saratoga Living, among other publications.

    She has authored four books of poetry. Her most recent, North Wind, was shortlisted for the Eric Hoffer Book Award. As a therapist, she sees clients at the Found Bridge Center for Connection in Glens Falls, New York. She operates under the supervision of Diana Palmer. She teaches yoga at the Hot Yoga Spot and Yoga Mandali in Saratoga Springs, New York. 

    Natalli hosts workshops throughout the north country and beyond. From Sackets Harbor, New York, she now lives in Saratoga Springs. In her free time, she loves hiking and is aspiring to become a 46er. 

    https://www.natalliamato.com/

    @natalli_amato

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  • Introduction to Linocut

    • 6 May 2026
    • 20 May 2026
    • 3 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY
    • 6
    Register


    Introduction to Linocut

    taught by Jean Ellen Sotansky


    Learn the basics of linoleum printing or "block printing".  You will learn how to translate a drawing onto a block, how to carve, and print using the press! We'll make two blocks in this class. Beginning with a single color block that is 5 x 7 inches, then we will move on to a larger size block 9 x 12 inches.

    No experience necessary! All levels are welcome.

    All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

    After taking a printmaking class, you have the opportunity to sign up for open studio time to work on your own projects!

    3 session class, Wednesdays, May 6th, 13th, and 20th, 2026 6:00-9:00 PM 

    $132.50 member/$155 non-member


    Class price break down:

    $112.50 member/$135 non-member plus $20 material fee



    @loves.colors
    lovescolors.com



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  • Out Of Your Right Brain Art Challenge

    • 12 May 2026
    • 2 Jun 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 8
    Register


    Out Of Your Right Brain Art Challenge

    taught by Alice Kaplan

    Visual artists of any ability will unleash their creativity with this unique course. During each session, participants will be given a weekly challenge with progressive levels of complexity. They will create a drawing or painting that has certain specific themes and elements which will be randomly determined during each class. Through discussion, demonstration and practice we will explore the use of different media including graphite, charcoal, acrylic paint and mediums, collage and even basic elements of sculpture to create unique works of art.

    Participants will be given the opportunity to show their creations in a group show later in the year.

    All materials and tools will be provided for the class.  All skill levels are encouraged to register.

    4 session class, Tuesdays, May 12-June 2, 2026 6:00-9:00 PM  

    $160 member/$190 non-member


    Price breakdown:

    $150 member/$180 non-member plus $10 material fee


    Meet the Instructor:


    Alice Kaplan is an inter-disciplinary artist who primarily paints in oil and acrylics and also creates beaded jewelry and textile art and in original designs. She maintains a studio at 79 Beekman St. in the Saratoga Springs Art District where she has various works on display in the stairwell gallery.  She has participated in various group shows, member shows and art events in upstate NY with the Beekman Street Artists Group, Saratoga Arts and Saratoga Springs Art District Inc. 


    Alice has also volunteered for many years teaching arts and crafts to children in the Saratoga area, both as a Girl Scout leader, and as a member of the Saratoga Springs High School Drama Club technical team where she has coordinated scenic design for more than a dozen musical productions.


    akaplanstudio.com

    A Kaplan Studio (on Facebook)

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  • Gallery Flow Yoga-Illuminate

    • 19 May 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 25
    Register



    Gallery Flow Yoga

    taught by Natalli Amato

    Step into a yoga practice surrounded by the creativity of art. This all-levels flow takes place right inside the art gallery, where the colors, textures, and quiet hum of the space set the tone for a slower, more intentional class. We’ll move through mindful sequences inspired by the pieces around us, pausing to breathe, soften, and let the artwork shape our focus.

    Expect gentle vinyasa, grounding stretches, and a meditative finish that leaves you feeling centered, refreshed, and a little more connected to the creative energy in the room. 

    Bring your mat, your curiosity, and get ready to flow among the Illuminate Exhibition artwork. Illuminate features art by Adam Tinkle and Victoria Palermo.

    Tuesday, May 19, 2026 6:00-7:00 PM  

    $15 member/$20 non-member

    About the Instructor

    Natalli Amato is an award-winning writer, 200-hr Bhakti yoga teacher, certified Reiki healer, podcast host, and pre-licensed marriage and family therapist. 
    She guides individuals, couples, and groups as they experience deeper levels of connection, creativity, and fulfillment in everyday life through in-person and online offerings. 

    https://www.natalliamato.com/

    @natalli_amato

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  • Freeform Mosaic Mandala

    • 21 May 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 6
    Register


    Freeform Mosaic Mandala

    taught by Linda Biggers

    In this workshop students will make a mandala using slate, stone, tile, smalti and found objects. The mandala will take on a life of it’s own, as the variation of sizes of natural stone create a starburst shape.

    Students are welcome to bring found objects to use in their mosaics.

    All materials will be provided. All skill levels encouraged to register.

    1 session class, Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

    $77.50 member/$85 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $40 material fee


    http://www.eggshellmosaicart.com

    https://www.instagram.com/lindabiggers/

    https://www.facebook.com/MosaicsbyLinda/

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  • Upcycled Summer Rag Wreath Workshop

    • 6 Jun 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 10
    Register


    Upcycled Summer Rag Wreath Workshop

    taught by Alice Kaplan

    Add a handmade touch to your summer décor while giving new life to old clothing! In this creative, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to upcycle denim and other sturdy fabrics into a charming summer rag wreath. The instructor will guide you step by step through basic crafting techniques, from fabric preparation to wreath assembly, so no prior experience is needed. You’ll leave with a finished wreath ready to display at home or give as a gift.

    What to Bring:

    ·        An old pair of jeans, chinos, or twill pants to upcycle

    ·        Fabric scissors (if you have them)

    All other materials and instruction will be provided.

    1 session workshop, Saturday, June 6, 2026 10:00 AM-1:00 PM  

    $47.50 member/$55 non-member


    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $10 material fee


    Meet the Instructor:


    Alice Kaplan is an inter-disciplinary artist who primarily paints in oil and acrylics and also creates beaded jewelry and textile art and in original designs. She maintains a studio at 79 Beekman St. in the Saratoga Springs Art District where she has various works on display in the stairwell gallery.  She has participated in various group shows, member shows and art events in upstate NY with the Beekman Street Artists Group, Saratoga Arts and Saratoga Springs Art District Inc. 


    Alice has also volunteered for many years teaching arts and crafts to children in the Saratoga area, both as a Girl Scout leader, and as a member of the Saratoga Springs High School Drama Club technical team where she has coordinated scenic design for more than a dozen musical productions.


    akaplanstudio.com

    A Kaplan Studio (on Facebook)

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  • Mosaic Pendant

    • 9 Jun 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 11
    Register


    Mosaic Pendant

    taught by Kim O'Rourke


    Create two beautiful pieces of wearable art in this fun, relaxing, hands-on mosaic pendant class. You will choose from glass pieces, beads, charms and small shells to assemble your masterpiece. You are encouraged to bring small items to include in your pendant.

    Bring gardening gloves and safety glasses. All other materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

    1 session class, Tuesday, June 9, 2026 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

    $60.50 member/$68 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $37.50 member/$45 non-member plus $23 material fee

    Earthly Elements Glassworks

    @Earthly-Elements-Glassworks

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  • Drawing Florals: Colored Pencil on toned paper

    • 13 Jun 2026
    • 10:00 AM
    • 20 Jun 2026
    • 1:00 PM
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 8
    Register

    Drawing Florals: Colored Pencil on toned paper

    taught by Kseniya Ostrovska

    In this class, you’ll bring florals to life through an 11 × 14 inch colored pencil drawing on toned paper. With a focus on shaping form, softening and sharpening edges, and layering rich color, you’ll explore how light and depth transform a drawing into something luminous. This course invites you to slow down, observe closely, and develop confident colored pencil techniques while creating a floral piece that feels vibrant, dimensional, and full of presence.

    This class is an intermediate level class. Please bring your own set of Prismacolor Premier colored pencils (the bigger the set, the better, a minimum of 48 pencils is recommended), eraser (Primacolor magic rub eraser or similar), and sharpener (Kum Wedge or similar). You’re welcome to bring reference images of your own.

    Paper, reference images, and sketching pencils will be provided.

    2 session class, Saturdays, June 13-20, 2026 10:00 AM-1:00 PM 

    $80 member/$95 non-member


    Class price break down:

    $75 member/$90 non-member plus $5 material fee


    About the instructor: 

    I am drawn to the complexity of plants, their similarity to human beings in terms of physical structure and needs, and the ongoing impact that plants and people have on each other. I love how the process of making relief prints leads me to look at driftwood and dead trees in a new light. Studying the form, notches and textures of the trees, many of which are over a hundred years old, reveals the individual struggles and stories of beings that exist on a time scale beyond human life. The neuron-like appearance of roots and the bone-like forms of knotted branches evoke a human presence and remind me that we all depend on the purity and accessibility of soil, sun and water in order to live.

    My art practice is a way of focusing on the bioregional diversity around me and building a stronger connection with the natural world. While growing up and living in cities, I frequently found myself without a sense of belonging to a place: melancholic and restless. After the opportunity to live in rural upstate New York, surrounded by acres of living forest and cultivating a garden, I realized how a connection with the earth gives me a sense of place and contentment. My work offers viewers the experience of careful attention, respect, and micro-level fascination that I bring to my interactions with the plant kingdom. The goal of my practice is to strengthen our desire to maintain the intricate systems of the natural world so that future generations will have access to outdoor places full of rich diversity and interdependence.

    http://kseniyaostrovska.com

    kseniya_ostrovska_art/

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  • Stained Glass Quilt Block

    • 16 Jun 2026
    • 23 Jun 2026
    • 2 sessions
    • Saratoga Arts
    • 10
    Register


    Stained Glass Quilt Block

    taught by Kim O'Rourke

    Blend the beauty of quilting with the art of stained glass in this creative class. You will create an 8" x 8" double friendship star quilt block using pre-cut glass pieces. Colors will be selected by the instructor and may vary. Copper foiling and soldering techniques will be taught. 

    No prior experience is needed. All materials and tools will be provided.

    Bring gardening gloves, safety glasses, and wear closed toe shoes. All other materials and tools will be provided for the class.  

    2 session class, Tuesday, June 16-23, 2026 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

    $135 member/$150 non-member

    Price breakdown:

    $75 member/$90 non-member plus $60 material fee

    Earthly Elements Glassworks

    @Earthly-Elements-Glassworks

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