Every Monday, join other artists learning, creating and painting together. All levels are welcome and encouraged to meet other artists in a positive and supportive environment. New students will be guided through basic exercises as your learn to paint. Experienced painters will find a supportive community of artists and guidance from a teacher that respects your uniqueness as an artist.
Create a one of a kind 10 x 14 mosaic tray. Learn the basics of mosaics and create a functioning piece of art as you see your design come to life! Whether you prefer a geometric pattern, colorful abstract design, or something inspired by nature, your finished tray of glass and ceramic pieces will be completely your own.
Discover how drawing and pastels come together to create a stunning three-dimensional desert landscape! Learn the magic of values, color, and depth as you follow step-by-step with the instructor. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this fun, supportive workshop makes creating your own masterpiece easy and inspiring.
Make time for your art. Whether you're just beginning your artistic journey or have years of creative experience, our Artist Open Studio offers dedicated time and a welcoming place to create. Whether your goal is to learn, practice, or refine your craft, take time for yourself and your art at The Holland Center. Artists Open Studio is each Thursday afternoon.
Every Monday, join other artists learning, creating and painting together. All levels are welcome and encouraged to meet other artists in a positive and supportive environment. New students will be guided through basic exercises as your learn to paint. Experienced painters will find a supportive community of artists and guidance from a teacher that respects your uniqueness as an artist.
Discover the beautiful art of pen and ink in this fun, creative two-day holiday workshop! Designed for beginners through intermediate artists, this class will introduce you to the techniques that make pen and ink such a unique and expressive art form. You’ll take home your own handmade holiday cards (at least 4) to share with family and friends.
Make time for your art. Whether you're just beginning your artistic journey or have years of creative experience, our Artist Open Studio offers dedicated time and a welcoming place to create. Whether your goal is to learn, practice, or refine your craft, take time for yourself and your art at The Holland Center. Artists Open Studio is each Thursday afternoon.
Every Monday, join other artists learning, creating and painting together. All levels are welcome and encouraged to meet other artists in a positive and supportive environment. New students will be guided through basic exercises as your learn to paint. Experienced painters will find a supportive community of artists and guidance from a teacher that respects your uniqueness as an artist.
Join Sandi Carll of our Signature Program, Desert Foothills Theater, for four lively, low-stress improv classes designed to boost cognitive health, creativity, engagement, and connection. Enjoy fun, accessible games in a supportive, never-embarrassing environment. No improv experience or performance required! Activities can be adapted for low mobility or seated play.
Make time for your art. Whether you're just beginning your artistic journey or have years of creative experience, our Artist Open Studio offers dedicated time and a welcoming place to create. Whether your goal is to learn, practice, or refine your craft, take time for yourself and your art at The Holland Center. Artists Open Studio is each Thursday afternoon.
Create your own stunning 5" x 5" fused glass landscape! Students will be guided step-by-step through the process of designing and assembling your unique winter landscape. Using sheet glass, frit, powder, stringers, and vitrigraph you’ll learn how to layer and arrange the glass to bring your landscape to life. Join in and create a unique and beautiful piece of art.
In this fun and relaxed class, learn the easy way to create detailed charcoal drawings with step-by-step guidance. Starting with a demonstration and followed by shortcuts and unique tips & tricks for achieving realism and good composition, you will follow a reversal process and take home a beautiful, finished drawing by the end of the class.
Every Monday, join other artists learning, creating and painting together. All levels are welcome and encouraged to meet other artists in a positive and supportive environment. New students will be guided through basic exercises as your learn to paint. Experienced painters will find a supportive community of artists and guidance from a teacher that respects your uniqueness as an artist.
Looking for thoughtful, handmade gifts that are meaningful without breaking the holiday budget? Join us for an interactive workshop where you’ll learn about essential oils and create your own custom essential oil spray to keep for yourself or give a special gift to someone you love, making it a fun and meaningful addition to your holiday gifting.
Looking for thoughtful, handmade gifts that are meaningful without breaking the holiday budget? Join us for an interactive workshop where you’ll learn about essential oils and create your own custom essential oil spray to keep for yourself or give a special gift to someone you love, making it a fun and meaningful addition to your holiday gifting.
Create a glowing desert flower painting in this relaxed, hands-on pastel workshop! Learn layering, texture, depth, and vibrant color techniques while following step-by-step with the instructor. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this class makes pastels feel approachable, expressive, and fun—no perfection required, just creativity.
Make time for your art. Whether you're just beginning your artistic journey or have years of creative experience, our Artist Open Studio offers dedicated time and a welcoming place to create. Whether your goal is to learn, practice, or refine your craft, take time for yourself and your art at The Holland Center. Artists Open Studio is each Thursday afternoon.
Bring a little magic to your holiday décor! Build and design your own beautiful sea glass Christmas/Holiday tree. Your one-of-a-kind piece will combine the peaceful beauty of the ocean with the warm glow of the holiday season. Working with colorful, smooth, frosted beach glass, you’ll build your unique tree and artfully weave fairy lights throughout your tree, illuminating the glass.
Every Monday, join other artists learning, creating and painting together. All levels are welcome and encouraged to meet other artists in a positive and supportive environment. New students will be guided through basic exercises as your learn to paint. Experienced painters will find a supportive community of artists and guidance from a teacher that respects your uniqueness as an artist.
Every Monday, join other artists learning, creating and painting together. All levels are welcome and encouraged to meet other artists in a positive and supportive environment. New students will be guided through basic exercises as your learn to paint. Experienced painters will find a supportive community of artists and guidance from a teacher that respects your uniqueness as an artist.
In this two (2) session workshop, nationally recognized artist and instructor Larry Charles will teach you how to create two unique, personalized pet portraits - for yourself or to give as a gift. One on a chalkboard with a hand-painted wooden frame and one on an antique slate chalkboard used in schoolrooms over a hundred years ago.
Create one-of-a-kind, captivating glass dragonflies to add an enchanted sparkle to your garden -- or to give as a gift. Combine various glass elements together, including frit ground glass, pebbles of glass, and stringers. No glass cutting skills required. Each student will make one large and one small dragonfly.
Join us for the 5th Annual Winter Artisan Market, presented by The Holland Center and the Sonoran Arts League! Shop a wonderful selection of handcrafted gifts and one-of-a-kind creations from talented local artists and makers. It’s a fun way to kick off your holiday shopping, support local artists, and maybe even find a little something for yourself. 🎁
Admission is free, so bring a friend and come enjoy a festive day of shopping and creativity!
Join us for the 5th Annual Winter Artisan Market, presented by The Holland Center and the Sonoran Arts League! Shop a wonderful selection of handcrafted gifts and one-of-a-kind creations from talented local artists and makers. It’s a fun way to kick off your holiday shopping, support local artists, and maybe even find a little something for yourself. 🎁
Admission is free, so bring a friend and come enjoy a festive day of shopping and creativity!