Encaustics: Over and Under
Saturday, March 28th, 2026 10:00 am-1:00 pm |
Explore the creative possibilities of encaustic painting. Encaustic is an ancient art technique that uses melted, colored beeswax applied to wood or canvas. In this hands-on workshop, you will try different ways to apply wax and learn what materials can go underneath and on top of the wax. You will create a small encaustic artwork through experimentation, creativity, and play.
Led by artist and educator Cindy Clark. Her work explores mark-making, literature, and the inner lives of women. This workshop reflects her love of learning and experimentation with wax. A veteran teacher with 30 years of experience, Clark has received many honors, including Utah Outstanding Art Educator and the UAEA Lifetime Achievement Award. Clark is also an artist on the Utah Division of Arts and Museums roster and teaches encaustic workshops statewide. CindyClarkArt.Weebly.com
Pre-register only by March 26th, 2026.
Indigo Shibori with Jane Roberts DeGroff
Saturday, May 9th, 2026 9:00 am-2:00 pm |
Discover the magic of shibori and indigo dyeing in this five-hour workshop with textile artist Jane DeGroff. Basic stitching, binding, and arashi (pole wrapping) techniques will be demonstrated, and stunning patterns and designs on cloth. Participants will use a pre-reduced indigo vat to dye the cloth. Beginners are welcome. Please wear old clothes and/or an apron. Shibori includes a variety of shaped resist dyeing techniques and originates in ancient Japan.
Jane Roberts DeGroff is a textile artist passionate about creating patterns and images on cloth using shibori techniques and natural dyes. She uses primarily stitch resist techniques, which are inherently slow and meditative. DeGroff believes that fabric plays a significant part in the emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of our lives and enjoys the tactile nature of her practice. She exhibits and teaches throughout the state of Utah. DeGroff is originally from western Wyoming, received a BFA from Brigham Young University, and resides in rural Sanpete Valley.
The workshop will be held at the Springville Museum of Art.
Pre-register only by May 4th, 2026.
Monotype Magic: Intro to One-of-a-Kind Printmaking
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 10:00 am-1:00 pm |
Art has been central to James Rees' life since childhood — from the moment he could hold an object, he was using it to express himself. He studied art in college, and though he never set out to be a teacher, he has spent over twenty-seven years teaching at the high school, college, and university levels, driven by a desire to invite others to discover themselves through art. A respected voice in arts education, he has served as Pacific Region Vice President for the National Art Education Association, as Secondary Division Director, and has been appointed to the NAEA Research Commission. A Fulbright Memorial Fund Scholar, he has received awards from the NAEA and the Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation, along with numerous residencies and fellowships. He is an Art 21 Educator, a former mentor teacher for the School of the Art Institute of Chicago's TICA program, a panelist for the National Endowment for the Arts, and serves on several national advisory boards and state art education committees — all fueled by a deep passion for arts advocacy www.jamesreesart.com
Pre-register only by May 20th, 2026.
Intro to Watercolor Landscapes with Jane Wilson
Saturday, August 15th, 2026 10:00 am-1:00 pm |
Explore the joys of watercolor in this beginner-friendly landscape workshop! No prior painting experience is required; bring your curiosity and love for nature. You’ll learn essential watercolor techniques for both indoor and outdoor settings, along with practical strategies to make painting approachable and enjoyable. By the end of the session, you’ll complete a finished landscape painting and gain the confidence to keep creating. Join us and explore watercolor as an expressive, accessible medium while deepening your appreciation for the natural world.
Jane Wilson grew up in Springville, Utah, and is an accomplished fine artist and graphic designer. Her work spans watercolor, oil, and textile-based mediums, earning her numerous awards at the state, national, and international levels. Jane’s watercolor landscapes explore themes of light, place, and emotional connection. She is passionate about empowering others to build confidence and develop their skills through accessible, hands-on instruction instagram.com/janewilson_art
Pre-register only by August 13th, 2026.
Fearless Abstract Painting
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026 10:00 am-1:00 pm |
Step into fearless creation! Join artist Samantha da Silva for a 3-hour immersion in her bold abstract painting approach; rollers instead of brushes, tables instead of easels, and richly textured layers using plaster, salt, sand, and more. In a supportive, heart-centered space, you’ll quiet the inner critic, ignite intuition, and uncover your authentic voice. Through guided rituals and discussions, Clearing Your Channel, Compassionate Critiques, Knowing When It’s Finished—you’ll release fear and claim your creative power. No experience required—just an open mind and heart.
Samantha da Silva (b. 1978) is a third-generation artist whose large-scale abstract paintings explore themes of migration, resilience, and renewal. Raised in São Paulo, Brazil, and later Canada, her life of movement—from coastal roots to Hawaii’s volcanic landscapes and Utah’s red deserts—shapes her practice. Working in direct dialogue with nature, she floats canvases on the Great Salt Lake, exposes them to the elements, and embeds earth, sand, salt, and pigments into textured layers that evoke cracked desert floors and topographic maps. A full-time artist and educator for nearly two decades, Da Silva has taught internationally and leads transformative workshops. Recipient of the 2026 Utah Individual Artist Advancement Grant, her work appears in Architectural Digest, Bravo TV, HGTV, and galleries worldwide. samanthadasilva.com
Pre-register only by August 19th, 2026.
