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Lecture on Pencil Drawing with Arnold Desmarais
Discover the hidden power of the humblest art tool in this illuminating Lecture on Pencil Drawing with Arnold Desmarais. Before color, light, or atmosphere can take shape on a canvas, masterful drawing forms the essential foundation of visual art.
In this special session, Arnold will strip away the complexities of color to focus purely on the core principles of draftsmanship. Through live breakdowns and insightful commentary, he will guide you through the mechanics of line weight, perspective, structural accuracy, and how to translate the three-dimensional world onto a flat page.
October 20 | 1:00–3:00 PM | The Gallery on Magnolia, 207 Magnolia St. NSB FL 32168
BRA-vo! Art Celebrating Hope for Breast Cancer Awareness
Join us for the opening reception of BRA-VO!, a unique art exhibition and auction celebrating creativity, compassion, and community. Featuring one-of-a-kind 3D bra artworks created by talented artists, this special event invites guests to experience meaningful works of art while supporting Halifax Health Cancer Center for Hope’s Breast Cancer Navigation Department..
October 17 | 4:00–6:30 PM |
The Hub on Canal 132 Canal St, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
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Urban Sketching with Ruth Squitieri (6 weeks)
Duration: October 26 – November 30 2026 (6 weeks)
Mondays | 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Join the growing global “Urban Sketchers” movement! Learn how to record a certain place, food, people, or event with a simple pen and some watercolors—versatile tools you likely already have in your art kit.
Whether you are a beginner or a returning student looking for fresh ideas, this class is a fun way to create “sweet little memories” with minimal equipment while traveling or out and about.
Materials list:
XL Watercolor pad (from Canson, 9×12″ or 11×15″)
Travel water color pan set
Round tip craft brushes
Eraser
No. 2 pencil
Micron pens
*Pilot Fineliner
*Uni-ball “eye” micro pen
White gel pen (Set of pens available for purchase, $5 for all 3)
October 26 | 1:30–4:30 PM | Artists’ Workshop Studios, 540 Barracuda, New Smyrna Beach, Fl 32169
6-Weeks of Painting with Patrick Rausch – 2026 Winter
Duration: November 2 – December 7, 2026 (6 weeks)
Mondays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Studio B/C
540 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, Fl 32169
Welcome to “Painting with Patrick”. These painting sessions are open to beginners and also to those that have been painting for some time that would like to go to the next level. I use oil paints for my demonstration paintings as well as my studio paintings, but feel free to use acrylic paints if you prefer them
During the first class, I will begin a new painting in front of the class. This will include a demonstration showing how to begin a painting. Also discussed will be elements that make a painting more pleasing to the eye (composition) , the mixing of colors, drawing (how to transfer your image to the canvas) and basic brush technique . Each additional class over the six-week period will begin with a painting demonstration where I will take the painting started the first week and take it to the next level. The remainder of the class time will be spent with the art group painting, where I will be available to answer questions and help with problems. The subject matter of the paintings I demonstrate vary from month to month but include Florida landscapes, Seascapes, Island cottages, Tropical foliage, and Still life.
The art students can bring in a photo that they would like to paint, a painting already started, or they can paint the same painting along with the instructor as I complete the painting over the six-week period.
Price: $125/six weeks
November 2 | 9:30AM–12:30 PM | Artists’ Workshop Studios, 540 Barracuda, New Smyrna Beach, Fl 32169
Introduction to Reiki with Christina Maguire
Duration: November 2 – December 7, 2026 (6 weeks)
There is a quiet wisdom within each of us– a natural capacity to experience calm & balance. Reiki is a gentle, hands-on energy practice supporting self-awareness and overall well-being. While its roots are spiritual, Reiki does not require any particular belief system. Learn the Usui tradition history and principles, foundational techniques, and how to confidently practice Reiki for yours.
November 14 | 11:00AM–1:00 PM | The Gallery on Magnolia, 207 Magnolia St. NSB FL 32168
For the Love of Watercolor with Laura Robinson
Duration: November 2 – December 7, 2026 (6 weeks)
Date: Saturday & Sunday, November 14-15, 2026Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (1 hour break for lunch)Do you love watercolor? This is the workshop for you! Expand your toolbox with a variety of watercolor techniques in this 2-day workshop with Laura Robinson. Wet on wet, dry brush, pouring, printing, spattering and the use of frisket. We will also discuss the importance of composition and tips for finishing a painting.
November 14 | 10:00AM–4:00 PM | Artists’ Workshop Studios, 540 Barracuda, New Smyrna Beach, Fl 32169
Corn Goddess: Seeds of Power & the Sacred Harvest with Christina Maguire
Explore how your Soul expresses & experiences itself through your Horoscope. Astrology uses symbols to tell the story… Signs * Planets * Houses * Elements & QualitiesYour Natal Chart is a Map of Your Consciousness – It’s the Journey to Discover: Your Soul’s Purpose, Resolve Karma, Right Service, Blessings & Lessons & more.
December 12 | 11:00AM–1:00 PM | The Gallery on Magnolia, 207 Magnolia St. NSB FL 32168
Color Makes Me Happy with Sally Evans
Date: Saturday & Sunday, April 10-11, 2027. Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (1 hour break for lunch)Ready to have some fun with COLOR? Join Sally for a playful, creative workshop where you’ll kick those boring colors to the curb and learn how to make your paintings POP, sparkle, and come alive! Color is one of the most powerful tools an artist has—and it can also be one of the most fun! Together, you will experiment, mix, play, and discover how color can completely transform your paintings. This workshop is all about color, design, creativity, and YOU! You’ll learn how to make bold color choices, create exciting color combinations, and add more personality and energy to your artwork. What We’ll Explore: Color Theory Made Fun-Forget the boring stuff! We’ll explore color theory through hands-on exercises that make learning easy, exciting, and inspiring. Make Your Paintings POP! Discover how to use color to create drama, energy, depth, and excitement in your artwork. Design & Self-Expression. Learn how to make confident design choices and let your own personality shine through your paintings. Watch & Learn: Sally will demonstrate painting techniques using acrylics. Day 1: Let’s Play with Color! Students will get their creative juices flowing with fun, hands-on color exercises. You’ll experiment with: • Mixing and choosing color• Complementary colors• Tints, tones, and grays• Understanding values• Creating color harmony• Making colors work together to create excitement and energy. You’ll be amazed at how much fun you can have with just a few colors! Day 2: Let’s Paint! Now it’s time to put all that color knowledge to work! You’ll take what you’ve learned and jump into a painting, experimenting with exciting color combinations and applying the principles of color theory and design. Sally will guide you through a step by step painting that is vibrant, dramatic, expressive, and uniquely YOU. There are no boring paintings allowed!
April 10-11, 2027 | 10:00AM–4:00 PM | Artists’ Workshop Studios, 540 Barracuda, New Smyrna Beach, Fl 32169
Color and Courage: The Freedom of Acrylics with Jane Slivka (2027)
May 8-9, 2027 | 10:00 am – 4:00 pmLocation: Studio B540 Barracuda Blvd. New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169In a casual, charismatic, and user-friendly fashion, Jane Slivka challenges her students to complete two different paintings daily – from a whole host of subject matter – while teaching how to capture that same freedom, energy, and spirit seen in her own lively and acclaimed unique painterly style!Jane Slivka Acrylic Workshops offer not just painting instruction; they also inspire, motivate, amuse and entertain as she demonstrates her unique and energetic free-form technique; combining fast, bold, loose strokes and a signature tropical-colored palette into a valuable learning experience – “The Freedom of Acrylics.”
May 8, 2027 | 10:00AM–4:00 PM | Artists’ Workshop Studios, 540 Barracuda, New Smyrna Beach, Fl 32169
