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summer workshopS
We hope you'll enjoy our Summer Workshops! If you have questions, email Sherise at trailsendartassociation@gmail.com. Please see our Cancel Procedure before Registering.
WHIMSICAL BIRDS - GOURD ART
CLOSED
Instructors: Mary Schlunegger & Mary Ann Gantenbein
Dates: Saturday-Sunday, July 12 & 13, 2025, 1-3pm
Cost: $45 Members & Patrons; $55 Non-Members
Register by July 7 to ensure enough supplies. Fees not refundable when cancelled
after July 7.
A fun new form of art using gourds and your own hand-made papers. These bird make delightful decor and gifts. You will make a whimsical bird in two days. On day 1 students make hand painted paper, and on day 2 students will attach the dried paper to a gourd creating an embellished whimsical piece of art. All material Provided.
CLOSED
Instructors: Mary Schlunegger & Mary Ann Gantenbein
Dates: Saturday-Sunday, July 12 & 13, 2025, 1-3pm
Cost: $45 Members & Patrons; $55 Non-Members
Register by July 7 to ensure enough supplies. Fees not refundable when cancelled
after July 7.
A fun new form of art using gourds and your own hand-made papers. These bird make delightful decor and gifts. You will make a whimsical bird in two days. On day 1 students make hand painted paper, and on day 2 students will attach the dried paper to a gourd creating an embellished whimsical piece of art. All material Provided.
BEGINNING ACRYLIC WORKSHOP -
A Tasty Exploration
Instructor: Phyllis Taylor
Date: Saturday, July 19, 1-4 pm
Cost: $40 for members and Patrons, $50 for Non-Members
Register by: June 14th to ensure enough supplies. Fees are not refundable is cancelled after that date.
This 3 hour paint-and-eat workshop explores beginning acrylics by painting a fancy cupcake that is provided as a model, followed by a party eating the dessert. The instructor will provide art boards, paints, basic brushes, and a small cupcake that will be each person’s subject to draw and paint. Students are welcome to bring their own brushes and paints.
A Tasty Exploration
Instructor: Phyllis Taylor
Date: Saturday, July 19, 1-4 pm
Cost: $40 for members and Patrons, $50 for Non-Members
Register by: June 14th to ensure enough supplies. Fees are not refundable is cancelled after that date.
This 3 hour paint-and-eat workshop explores beginning acrylics by painting a fancy cupcake that is provided as a model, followed by a party eating the dessert. The instructor will provide art boards, paints, basic brushes, and a small cupcake that will be each person’s subject to draw and paint. Students are welcome to bring their own brushes and paints.
BOTANICAL INK & WATERCOLOR
Instructor: Dorota Haber-Lehigh
Date: Saturday, August 23, 10am-3pm
Cost: $100 Members & Patrons, $115 Non-Members
Explore mark making with ink and loose watercolor washes to depict botanical summer subjects with well-known local artist, Dorota Haber-Lehigh. This class is very popular and will sell out fast!
Supplies: Bring a sack lunch and the following supplies: set of watercolors, watercolor brushes, 2 water containers, Viva paper towels, a plant, Black Pigma Micron pens sizes 005, 01 (pens will also be available for purchase from Dorota at the course).
Instructor: Dorota Haber-Lehigh
Date: Saturday, August 23, 10am-3pm
Cost: $100 Members & Patrons, $115 Non-Members
Explore mark making with ink and loose watercolor washes to depict botanical summer subjects with well-known local artist, Dorota Haber-Lehigh. This class is very popular and will sell out fast!
Supplies: Bring a sack lunch and the following supplies: set of watercolors, watercolor brushes, 2 water containers, Viva paper towels, a plant, Black Pigma Micron pens sizes 005, 01 (pens will also be available for purchase from Dorota at the course).
Fall workshop
KNITTING IN THE ROUND
Instructor: Audrey Knippa
Date: Saturday, September 13, 1-4pm
Cost: $45 Members & Patrons, $55 Non-members
Audrey Knippa will teach “Knitting in the Round” on Saturday, September 13th from 1-4 pm. This is an advanced beginner class where students will learn how to master techniques to knit “in the round” using circular needles. Techniques include creating an invisible join, knitting 1x1 ribbing, using more than one color, knitting jog-less stripes, and finishing the crown of a hat. With these skills, students can modify any hat pattern to create a hat that fits themselves, a friend, or a family member. Includes hat pattern and written handout.
REQUIRED SUPPLIES: DK or worsted weight yarn, 2 colors with a total of 175 - 200 yards/160 - 188 m;16 in/40 cm circular needles of size US 6 & US 8/4.0 - 5.0 mm or any size to give you a gauge of 16-18 sts/4in. Tools/notions: double pointed needles for crown, row counter, stitch markers, tapestry needle.
Instructor: Audrey Knippa
Date: Saturday, September 13, 1-4pm
Cost: $45 Members & Patrons, $55 Non-members
Audrey Knippa will teach “Knitting in the Round” on Saturday, September 13th from 1-4 pm. This is an advanced beginner class where students will learn how to master techniques to knit “in the round” using circular needles. Techniques include creating an invisible join, knitting 1x1 ribbing, using more than one color, knitting jog-less stripes, and finishing the crown of a hat. With these skills, students can modify any hat pattern to create a hat that fits themselves, a friend, or a family member. Includes hat pattern and written handout.
REQUIRED SUPPLIES: DK or worsted weight yarn, 2 colors with a total of 175 - 200 yards/160 - 188 m;16 in/40 cm circular needles of size US 6 & US 8/4.0 - 5.0 mm or any size to give you a gauge of 16-18 sts/4in. Tools/notions: double pointed needles for crown, row counter, stitch markers, tapestry needle.
DAY OF THE DEAD PAINT & SIP
Instructor: Tj Lev
Date: Saturday, October 11, 3-6
Cost: $45 members and patrons. $55 non members
Acrylic paint and sip workshop. All skill levels welcome! Come and paint a colorful Catrina with Tj, for Day of theDead! Catrina serves as a reminder to honor and remember deceased loved ones with joy rather than sorrow. She is a symbol of remembrance and a celebration of a loved one’s life. Come out and honor one of your ancestors (female or male) and put them down on canvas with colorful acrylic paint while tapping into your beautiful memories. It’s about the act of putting paint on canvas with joy. Bring a photo to share of your loved one if you like! Or just come to paint! 9x12 deep canvas and paint provided, but feel free to bring your own paint or brushes, or canvas, if you like. Oh and we’ll have wine!
Instructor: Tj Lev
Date: Saturday, October 11, 3-6
Cost: $45 members and patrons. $55 non members
Acrylic paint and sip workshop. All skill levels welcome! Come and paint a colorful Catrina with Tj, for Day of theDead! Catrina serves as a reminder to honor and remember deceased loved ones with joy rather than sorrow. She is a symbol of remembrance and a celebration of a loved one’s life. Come out and honor one of your ancestors (female or male) and put them down on canvas with colorful acrylic paint while tapping into your beautiful memories. It’s about the act of putting paint on canvas with joy. Bring a photo to share of your loved one if you like! Or just come to paint! 9x12 deep canvas and paint provided, but feel free to bring your own paint or brushes, or canvas, if you like. Oh and we’ll have wine!
ZINE MAKING - A Creative Self Expression Workshop
Instructor: Heather Douglas
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025 12-4 pm
Cost: $45 members and patrons. $55 nonmembers
Join instructor Heather Douglas for a hands-on zine-making workshop designed especially for artists who want to weave personal meaning into their creative practice. You'll learn the basics of zine construction—layout, folding, collage, and storytelling—while creating your own mini-publication infused with elements from your life. Students will learn about the history of zines, different types of zines, and modern applications for individual creative expression. Students will be able to make a one-page, beautiful foldable zine.
Personal art supplies to bring to class:
Recommended: colored pencils, markers, crayons, fine tip Sharpies, collage papers or magazine and any other medium you like to use. Also bring a photo of your younger self (can be printed out or a digital version) and a special poem that you like if you have one (optional).
Supplies that are provided:
Paper for zines, glue sticks and some collage papers and magazines will be provided.
Instructor: Heather Douglas
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025 12-4 pm
Cost: $45 members and patrons. $55 nonmembers
Join instructor Heather Douglas for a hands-on zine-making workshop designed especially for artists who want to weave personal meaning into their creative practice. You'll learn the basics of zine construction—layout, folding, collage, and storytelling—while creating your own mini-publication infused with elements from your life. Students will learn about the history of zines, different types of zines, and modern applications for individual creative expression. Students will be able to make a one-page, beautiful foldable zine.
Personal art supplies to bring to class:
Recommended: colored pencils, markers, crayons, fine tip Sharpies, collage papers or magazine and any other medium you like to use. Also bring a photo of your younger self (can be printed out or a digital version) and a special poem that you like if you have one (optional).
Supplies that are provided:
Paper for zines, glue sticks and some collage papers and magazines will be provided.
Are you interesting in teaching?
We are always interested in finding instructors for workshops and classes. If you're interested just download the Class Proposal Form below and email it back.
Groups
Please call the facilitators before attending due to space availability. Free to Members, $5 per session Non-Members.
Monday: Open Studio 10 am-4 pm
Gheri Fouts, Facilitator, 503-738-6434
Begins January 31, 2023
For artists, beginner to pro, who want to use the studio space and do art with others. Must call for reservations.
Tuesday: Intermediate and Advanced Pastel Group, 10 am – 4 pm
Kathy Moberg, Facilitator, 503-738-6653
A group for pastel artists who are intermediate to advanced level. Must call for reservations.
Call for dates
Wednesday: Whatever Wednesday 11 am-4 pm
Judy Madson, Facilitator, 503-717-3537
An open studio to explore any medium with others. Must call for reservations.
Monday: Open Studio 10 am-4 pm
Gheri Fouts, Facilitator, 503-738-6434
Begins January 31, 2023
For artists, beginner to pro, who want to use the studio space and do art with others. Must call for reservations.
Tuesday: Intermediate and Advanced Pastel Group, 10 am – 4 pm
Kathy Moberg, Facilitator, 503-738-6653
A group for pastel artists who are intermediate to advanced level. Must call for reservations.
Call for dates
Wednesday: Whatever Wednesday 11 am-4 pm
Judy Madson, Facilitator, 503-717-3537
An open studio to explore any medium with others. Must call for reservations.
Astoria Art Loft
HERE are more educational workshops and classes from our friends at The Astoria Art Loft in Astoria, Oregon.
HERE are more educational workshops and classes from our friends at The Astoria Art Loft in Astoria, Oregon.