Make Your Mark Workshops

Wednesday, Apr. 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Instructor: Doug Billings

$40 – Learn how to carve, ink and print a relief print from a 4 x 6 Linoleum Plate. Participants are encouraged to bring in a 4 x 6 black & white image/drawing/sketch; that can then be transferred to the Linoleum. Each print will be editioned so that you will have 4-5 prints to take home afterwards.

Location: Printmaking Studio

Tuesday, Apr. 30 | 6-8 p.m. | $40 | Instructor: Troy Becker

Having trouble centering or pulling up the walls? Maybe you worry you’ve plateaued and need a little push to get over that hill. This workshop is for all skill levels, beginner to advanced, with some wheel experience required. Students will learn to diagnose, fix and improve their wheel throwing skills. Troy will work with students to overcome common struggles, bad habits and explain the mechanics of mud so you can throw the pots you envision in your head (eventually).

Clay will be provided. Bring your own tools and towel. No pots will be kept or fired unless you are enrolled in the following session.

Location: Ceramics Studio

Thursday, May 2 | 6-8 p.m. | $40 | Instructor: Troy Becker

Learn how to pull handles like a pro. This workshop will demonstrate various ways to pull and attach handles to mugs. Beginner to advanced students will also practice pulling and attaching handles themselves with the opportunity to take their mug home after it has been glazed and fired.

Clay and tools will be provided.

Location: Ceramics Studio

Wednesday, May 15 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. | $40 | Instructor: Doug Billings

Bring in two or three of your favorite Works on Paper, no larger than 12 x 16 inches. Each artwork will be matted with white or off-white mats including a backing board, which can then be taken and placed inside a frame.

Location: Printmaking Studio

Wednesday, Jun 19| 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $40 | Instructor: Doug Billings

Participants will learn to create multi-colored monoprints by applying different colored inks onto the surface of plexiglass plates. Each color will be inked independently and printed on top of each other to create a layered effect. This process creates a textured, painterly, abstract image – perfect for those who prefer to work spontaneously!

Location: Printmaking Studio

Saturday, June 22 | 2-4 p.m. | $40 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Enjoy a fun evening of painting while sipping wine and expressing your creativity. With step-by-step guidance from our talented instructors, you will recreate a selected painting from the Mark Arts Study Collection, but in your own way. Create your own landscape in the expressionistic and painterly realistic style of Edmund Davison, one of the driving forces behind the original Wichita Art Association.  No previous painting experience is necessary. At the end of the night, you will get to take your masterpiece home with you. We provide canvas, paint, easel, brushes, and drinking glasses. All you need to bring is yourself, a couple of friends and your own bottled beverage of choice.

Location: Easels Studio

Friday, July 12 | 6-8 p.m. | $40 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Enjoy a fun evening of painting while sipping wine and be transported to the gardens of Versailles. Recreate the charming scene by American master William Merritt Chase by expressing your creativity. With step-by-step guidance from our talented instructors, you will recreate a selected painting from the Mark Arts Study Collection, but in your own way. No previous painting experience is necessary. At the end of the night, you will get to take your masterpiece home with you. We provide canvas, paint, easel, brushes, and drinking glasses. All you need to bring is yourself, a couple of friends and your own bottled beverage of choice.

Location: Easels Studio

Friday, September 6 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $40 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Enjoy a fun evening of painting while sipping wine and expressing your creativity. With step-by-step guidance from our talented instructors, you will recreate a selected painting from the Mark Arts Study Collection, but in your own way. Immerse yourself in the dreamlike landscape and soft color palette as you recreate this delightful piece by renowned Kansas artist Birger Sandzén. No previous painting experience is necessary. At the end of the night, you will get to take your masterpiece home with you. We provide canvas, paint, easel, brushes, and drinking glasses. All you need to bring is yourself, a couple of friends and your own bottled beverage of choice.

Location: Easels Studio

Tuesday, September 10 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | $150 | Instructor: Jennifer Walterscheid

Explore surface textures and embellishments while learning the basics of metal etching. Students will apply designs to copper, brass and nickel then use a chemical to etch the metal. Etched pieces will be cut and assembled using a cold connection technique to create a beautiful, unique piece of jewelry.

Student supply list:
– Bring a sack lunch
– Metal cutting scissors either Fiskars or Zenport fruit scissors
– Sharpie marker
– Small files
– Small pliers and wire cutters

Additional supplies provided by Mark Arts are covered in registration fee.

Location: Metals Studio

Claude Monet’s French Rowing and Sailing Boats

Friday, September 27 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Immerse yourself in this dreamlike seascape as you study the colors and techniques of Impressionist artist Claude Monet. Join us at Mark Arts as you paint and sip your way through the evening. At the end of the night, you will take home a masterpiece to inspire others – previous painting experience is not required. We provide the canvas, paint, easel, brushes, and drinking glasses. Bring yourself, a group of friends, and your own bottled beverage of choice. Let’s create!

Location: Easels Studio

Wednesday, Oct. 9 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. | $40 | Instructor: Doug Billings

Learn how to marble paper with six different patterns- ripple, swirl, the traditional marble pattern, and more.

Location: Printmaking Studio

Vincent Van Gogh’s Oleanders

Saturday, Oct. 12 | 2 – 4 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of floral paintings. Perfect for artists of all levels, this workshop will guide you through the process of painting vibrant, beautiful flowers inspired by the master, Vincent Van Gogh. Our experienced instructor will provide step-by-step instructions, tips on color mixing, and guidance on capturing the delicate details and textures of flowers. We provide your canvas, paint, easel, brushes, and drinking glasses. Bring yourself, a group of friends and your own bottled beverage of choice. Let’s create!

Location: Easels Studio

Salvador Dali’s Meditative Rose, 1958

Saturday, Oct. 26 | 2 – 4 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Imagination knows no bounds. Join us for a Saturday afternoon sipping and painting as we draw inspiration from Salvador Dalí’s imaginative works. Explore the intersection of dreamlike surrealism and serene painting through the delicate subject of roses. A skilled instructor is sure to provide guided steps and personalized feedback to help in your creative process. Previous experience is not required. Bring yourself, a group of friends and your own bottled beverage of choice – Mark Arts provides the rest. Let’s paint!

Location: Easels Studio

Paul Cezanne’s Still Life Apples and Pears

Saturday, Nov. 16 | 2 – 4 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Step into the world of still life painting and use Paul Cezanne’s influence in our own work. The timeless beauty of still life painting is sure to inspire as you explore the fundamentals of capturing objects with depth, texture, and character. Instructor Gayle Bryson Clayborn will offer a supportive and inspiring environment for you and your friends – previous experience is not required. All you need to bring is yourself and your favorite bottled beverage – Mark Arts provides the rest!

Location: Easels Studio

Wednesday, Nov. 20 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. | $40 | Instructor: Doug Billings

Bring in two or three of your favorite Works on Paper, no larger than 12 x 16 inches. Each artwork will be matted with white or off-white mats including a backing board, which can then be taken and placed inside a frame.

Location: Printmaking Studio

Friday, Nov. 22 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Paul Cavanaugh

In this workshop, we’ll explore ways to let the medium show us the direction it wants to go. We’ll play with washes, underpainting, overlays, and allow the WATER in watercolor take over. Break out of the “paint-by-numbers” method and see what your “inner free spirit” can create!

Location: Tables Studio

Claude Monet’s Poppy Field, Argenteuil

Friday, Dec. 6 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Escape the cold nights of winter and join Mark Arts to paint a blooming field in the spring. Learn the essence of impressionism and capture the quaint colors found in Claude Monet’s work. This engaging session invites artists of all levels to explore the unique techniques and vibrant color palettes of this iconic art movement while enjoying a glass of wine. Grab a group of friends and a beverage of choice – we provide the rest. Let’s paint!

Location: Easels Studio

Friday, Dec. 13 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Paul Cavanaugh

In a rut? Can’t come up with anything new to paint? Feel like you’ve reached a plateau? Come join us for an exploration of different methods, styles and techniques. Bring your enthusiasm for the medium and we can help each other find new ways of expressing your creativity. Let your creative juices flow!

Location: Table Studio

Thursday, Dec. 19 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Paul Cavanaugh

How do you FEEL about the piece you’re working on? Do you have emotions about it? Does it say anything to others who view your work about what you were feeling when it was painted? Are you weary of painting one more landscape, barn, flower or pet? Let’s try to FEEL your art by focusing on a subject or emotion about the subject matter. It makes all the difference when it’s complete!

Location: Table Studio

Wednesday, Jan. 15 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Adyson Mikesell | Ages: 14+

Step away from the winter cold and join Mark Arts to learn the art of handcrafted calligraphy. This workshop is designed for all skill-levels to be guided through the elegant art of hand lettering. Participants will walk away with new skills and techniques ready to impress. Supplies will be provided for all.

Participants ages 21+ are welcome to bring a beverage of choice to sip while script.

Location: Youth Studio

Vincent Van Gogh’s Wheat Field with Cypresses 

Friday, Jan. 17 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Immerse yourself in this dreamlike landscape as you study the colors and techniques of the famous Vincent Van Gogh. Join us at Mark Arts as you paint and sip your way through the evening. At the end of the night, you will take home a masterpiece piece to inspire others – previous painting experience is not required. We provide the canvas, paint, easel, brushes, and drinking glasses. Bring yourself, a group of friends and your own bottled beverage of choice. Let’s create!

Location: Easels Studio

Vincent Van Gogh’s Orchards in Blossom

Saturday, Jan. 18 | 2 – 4 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of floral paintings. Perfect for artists of all levels, this workshop will guide you through the process of painting vibrant, beautiful flowers inspired by the master, Vincent Van Gogh. Our experienced instructor will provide step-by-step instructions, tips on color mixing, and guidance on capturing the delicate details and textures of flowers. We provide your canvas, paint, easel, brushes, and drinking glasses. Bring yourself, a group of friends and your own bottled beverage of choice. Let’s create!

Location: Youth Studio

Wednesday, Jan. 22| 6-8 p.m. | $45 | Instructor: Doug Billings

Eager to learn about Printmaking or develop your skills further? This Mark Arts workshop is perfect for all skill levels as you learn to carve out, ink, and print a relief print from a linoleum plate. Participants are encouraged to bring an image with a subject matter that can be easily translated into a black and white print. The linoleum will be sized suitable for a postcard. Let’s create!

Location: Printmaking Studio

Birger Sandzen’s Late Moon Rising (Wild Horse Creek)

Friday, Jan. 24 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Embrace the serene beauty of the night sky and create a stunning artwork inspired by Kansas’ own master painter, Birger Sandzen. Whether you need to craft a last-minute holiday gift or escape the hustle and bustle of the season, this workshop is sure to inspire your creative side. Learn new techniques from a skilled instructor and join us to unwind, connect, and create together in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. All you need to bring is yourself, a group of friends, and a beverage of choice – we provide the rest.

Location: Easels Studio

Friday, Jan. 31 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Paul Cavanaugh

This workshop is directed to new artists who want to explore Watercolor. We’ll discuss papers, paints, brushes, techniques and styles for those who are interested in learning more about and discovering watercolor. This will be a low-stress, open minded, non-judgmental and encouraging class. Come join the fun and learn a new medium!

Location: Tables Studio

Friday, Jan. 31 | 7 – 9 p.m. | $45 | Instructor: Marianne Evans-Lombe

This workshop is designed to transform simple objects into unique sculptural pieces. Join Mark Arts as you study artwork by the masters and explore the possibilities of creating 3-dimensional art. Designed for artists of all skills, this workshop is an excellent opportunity to bring friends or family together and create the unexpected. Participants are welcome and encouraged to bring small items to add to the sculpture. Plenty of other materials will be provided.

Location: Sculpture Studio

Friday, Feb. 7 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Claude Monet’s Poppy Field, Argenteuil

Escape the cold nights of winter and join Mark Arts to paint a blooming field in the spring. Learn the essence of impressionism and capture the quaint colors found in Claude Monet’s work. This engaging session invites artists of all levels to explore the unique techniques and vibrant color palettes of this iconic art movement while enjoying a glass of wine. Grab a group of friends and a beverage of choice – we provide the rest. Let’s paint!

Location: Easels Studio

Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Adyson Mikesell | Ages: 14+

Love is in the air and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Join Mark Arts to learn the art of handcrafted calligraphy. This workshop is designed for all skill-levels to be guided through the elegant art of hand lettering. Participants will walk away with handcrafted Valentine’s cards, new skills and techniques ready to impress. Supplies will be provided for all.

Participants ages 21+ are welcome to bring a beverage of choice to sip while script.

Location: Youth Studio

Saturday, Feb. 15 | 2 – 4 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn | Ages: 14+

Painting a classic landscape is the perfect escape from a busy schedule. Join Mark Arts as you create a classic scene inspired by the master, Vincent Van Gogh. This engaging workshop invites artists of all levels to explore the unique techniques and vibrant color palettes of this iconic art movement while enjoying a glass of wine. Grab a group of friends and a beverage of choice – we provide the rest. Let’s paint!

Location: Youth Studio

Wednesday, Feb. 19| 6-8 p.m. | $45 | Instructor: Doug Billings

Dive into the art of Printmaking with this one-night workshop. Participants will learn to create multi-colored monoprints by applying different colored inks onto the surface of plexi-glass plates. Each color will be inked independently then printed on top of each other, creating a layering effect. This process will create a textured, painterly and somewhat abstract image ready to be displayed at home. This workshop is excellent for all skills, especially those who prefer quick and spontaneous art.

Location: Printmaking Studio

Friday, Feb. 28 | 7 – 9 p.m. | $45 | Instructor: Marianne Evans-Lombe

This workshop is designed to transform simple objects into unique sculptural pieces. Join Mark Arts as you study artworks by the master’s and explore the possibilities of creating 3-dimensional art. Designed for artists of all skills, this workshop is an excellent opportunity to bring friends or family together and create the unexpected. Participants are welcome and encouraged to bring small items to add to the sculpture. Plenty of other materials will be provided.

Location: Sculpture Studio

Wednesday, Mar. 5| 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $45 | Instructor: Doug Billings

Participants will learn how to draw into a plastic lithographic plate, using either pen & ink or with permanent markers. The image/drawing can then be printed numerous times creating an edition of prints. All supplies will be supplied but would be advantageous to bring in a few sketches beforehand to the workshop. Some basic drawing skills would be helpful but not required.

Location: Printmaking Studio

Thursday, Mar. 6 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $56 | Instructor: Marianne Evans-Lombe

This workshop is focused on the exploration of line quality and form to create a unique work. This workshop is an excellent opportunity for artists of all skills to come and experiment with art in new ways. Students will create an abstract drawing and gain valuable feedback from the instructor and other students in this class. Participants are invited to bring their own preferred materials, but many will be provided as well.

Location: Tables Studio

Birger Sandzen’s Sunset Estes Park, 1921

Friday, Mar. 7 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of treescape paintings. Perfect for artists of all levels, this workshop will guide you through the process of painting a vibrant work inspired by the master, Birger Sandzen. Our experienced instructor will provide step-by-step instructions, tips on color mixing, and guidance on capturing the delicate details and textures of flowers. We provide your canvas, paint, easel, brushes, and drinking glasses. Bring yourself, a group of friends and your own bottled beverage of choice. Let’s create!

Location: Easels Studio

Thursday, Mar. 13 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | $56 | Instructor: Marianne Evans-Lombe

Embroidery is a unique form of art capturing line qualities with thread. In this workshop, participants will create a small drawing in thread using simple embroidery techniques. Participants are welcome and encouraged to bring their own materials, but many will be provided to use.

Location: Tables Studio

Birger Sandzen’s Sunset in the Mountains, 1932

Friday, Mar. 14 | 6 – 8 p.m. | $42 | Instructor: Gayle Bryson Clayborn

Embrace the serene beauty of a sunset in the mountains inspired by Kansas’ own master painter, Birger Sandzen. Whether you need a night out with friends or an escape from a busy day, this workshop is sure to inspire your creative side. Learn new techniques from a skilled instructor and join us to unwind, connect, and create together in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. All you need to bring is yourself, a group of friends, and a beverage of choice – we provide the rest.

Location: Easels Studio

Wednesday, Mar. 26 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | $35 | Instructor: Marianne Evans-Lombe

Dive into art history! Throughout time, artists have inspired the techniques, styles, and media used to create artworks. In this workshop, participants will actively participate in a mini art history lesson on artists not quite as well-known. Understand and experience the art they shared and how it continues to influence the art world today. Feel free to grab a bottle of wine and a group of friends for an evening of art.

Location: Youth Studio