EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Get ready to design and create your own unique accessories! In this fun, hands-on workshop, you'll make three (3) custom keychains that express your personal style.
Choose from a vibrant selection of colorful beads, trendy charms, and fun embellishments to bring your vision to life. Want to add some extra flair? Each keychain can include an optional lip gloss holder attachment—perfect for keeping your favorite gloss right at your fingertips!
Whether you're making matching keychains for you and a friend, creating coordinating designs, or going in completely different directions, the possibilities are endless. These keychains make great accessories for backpacks, purse zippers, or thoughtful handmade gifts.
All supplies are included, and no experience is necessary. Just bring your creativity and get ready to craft something uniquely you! $25pp.
ART & LIT is a guided art lesson based on literature for preschool and young elementary aged students and their parent(s) or guardian(s).
Each 45 minute class includes a read-a-loud session, followed by a related art activity or craft. Supplies included. Space is limited and pre-registration is requested. $10 per child. Ages 3-9.
Students will create 3 different postcard designs to spread kindness, inspired by the Book "The Postcard Project".
Join us for this special paint-your-pet workshop with Jeff Lung!
After registering for the workshop, Lung will sketch your pet on an 8x10 canvas panel prior to the event.
During the workshop, enjoy bringing your sketch to life with colorful acrylic paint pens using color tips and tricks, along with guidance from the artist.
Supplies included. No experience needed. All ages welcome (children under 12 with a parent/guardian). $65 pp.
Discover the unexpected beauty of creating art with your hands—no scissors, no experience, just paper and imagination. In this relaxing workshop, you'll learn the simple yet satisfying technique of tearing paper to craft your own 6x6 landscape artwork.
We'll explore how different types of paper tear in unique ways, tips for creating organic shapes and textures, and techniques for layering colors to build depth in your landscape. Whether you're drawn to serene mountain vistas, rolling hills, or coastal scenes, you'll have the freedom to create a landscape that speaks to you.
All materials are provided, including a variety of colored and textured papers, backing board, and adhesive. Sample pieces will be available for inspiration, and gentle guidance will be offered throughout. This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to try something new, unwind creatively, or simply enjoy making something beautiful with their hands.
No artistic experience required—just bring your curiosity and leave with a finished piece you'll be proud to display.
Botanical Moss & Terrarium Workshop
Join us for a hands-on botanical workshop led by Ankita of My DIY Terrarium. In this beginner-friendly class, guests will create a beautiful, long-lasting moss and plant arrangement using premium Live moss and curated materials.
This workshop is designed as a relaxing, creative experience — no prior plant knowledge required. All materials are provided, and each guest will leave with a completed botanical piece ready to display at home.
What’s included:
Perfect for anyone who loves nature-inspired décor, artful design, and mindful creativity.To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980194304470?aff=oddtdtcreator
Discover the unexpected beauty of creating art with your hands—no scissors, no experience, just paper and imagination. In this relaxing workshop, you'll learn the simple yet satisfying technique of tearing paper to craft your own 6x6 landscape artwork.
We'll explore how different types of paper tear in unique ways, tips for creating organic shapes and textures, and techniques for layering colors to build depth in your landscape. Whether you're drawn to serene mountain vistas, rolling hills, or coastal scenes, you'll have the freedom to create a landscape that speaks to you.
All materials are provided, including a variety of colored and textured papers, backing board, and adhesive. Sample pieces will be available for inspiration, and gentle guidance will be offered throughout. This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to try something new, unwind creatively, or simply enjoy making something beautiful with their hands.
No artistic experience required—just bring your curiosity and leave with a finished piece you'll be proud to display.To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980194304470?aff=oddtdtcreator
Discover the extraordinary potential hidden in ordinary objects. In this hands-on abstract art workshop, you'll learn to transform everyday materials into richly textured, multi-dimensional compositions that engage the eye and invite touch.
Working intuitively with materials you encounter daily, you'll explore techniques for building up surfaces, creating depth, and adding visual interest through layering. Abigail will guide you through methods for adhering, manipulating, and combining diverse materials to achieve dynamic contrasts in texture and form.
No previous art experience necessary. This workshop encourages experimentation, creative risk-taking, and seeing the familiar with fresh eyes. You'll leave with an original abstract piece and new techniques for incorporating texture and dimension into your artistic practice.To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981794617048?aff=oddtdtcreator
Join us for a serene morning practice that combines ancient contemplative tradition with contemporary art-making. In this morning workshop, you'll slow down, breathe deeply, and create your own mandala design using vibrant watercolor pens in the tranquil setting of our gallery.
No artistic experience is necessary—this workshop is about process, not perfection. You'll be guided through gentle breathing exercises before beginning your mandala, working from the center outward in a rhythm that encourages focus and flow. The repetitive, circular motion of creating patterns within the mandala's structure naturally quiets mental chatter and brings your attention fully into the present moment.
Mandalas—meaning "circle" in Sanskrit—have been used across cultures for centuries as tools for meditation and self-reflection. The circular form itself holds profound psychological significance: it represents wholeness, unity, and the cycles of life. Creating within a circle provides natural boundaries that can feel both containing and liberating, offering a safe space for exploration while gently directing your creative energy inward.
Research suggests that the act of creating mandalas can reduce anxiety, improve concentration, and promote a sense of calm and centeredness. The symmetrical patterns engage both hemispheres of the brain, while the meditative repetition activates the same neural pathways as traditional seated meditation—making this an ideal practice for those who find stillness challenging.
Leave with your own unique mandala creation and renewed sense of presence to carry into your day.To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981799182704?aff=oddtdtcreator
Turn your own photos into encaustic works of art with Shauna Martin! In this workshop, participants will create (2), 5x5 encaustic photos on wood panels.
In this specialty workshop, you’ll be using your own photos, turned black & white, and oil sticks of all colors to create beautifully layered compositions! The end result will remind you of the timeless hand-painted photographs of the late 1800's but with a modern twist! We offer an assortment of supplies, but you are welcome to bring more; your favorite tissue paper (plain or pattern); favorite writings, quotes, poems, magazine cutouts, hand-made papers, fabric, etc. Essentially, if you like scrapbooking or journaling, this workshop is for you! Make sure to check your email after registration for a photo request from Shauna. Once she receives your images she will edit and get them printed for the event.
This 2 hour workshop is designed for artists of all levels, even those new to encaustic painting. All supplies included.
Stir Your Creative Spirit: An Evening of Art & Artisanal Cocktails - "Luck of the Irish" Edition in celebration of St. Patrick's Day!!
Immerse yourself in a multi-sensory celebration where the art of mixology meets visual inspiration. Join us for an exclusive evening that blends creative expression with craft cocktails, presented in partnership with the renowned Amerigo's Grille.
Master the Craft
Let your creativity flow as one of Amerigo's elite mixologists guides you through the artistry of classic cocktail creation. Learn the secrets behind perfectly balanced drinks while discovering the stories and techniques that transform simple ingredients into sophisticated libations.
Art in Motion
Between mixing sessions, lose yourself in our captivating "Concrete & Clay" exhibition, showcasing bold works by talented Texas artists. The gallery space comes alive with an additional collection featuring 60 contemporary Texas artists, offering a rich tapestry of local artistic vision.
A Culinary Finale
Complete your evening of artistic indulgence at Amerigo's Grille, where culinary artistry takes center stage.
What to Expect:
Come raise a glass to creativity as we celebrate the intersection of visual and culinary arts in this unique gallery experience.
Join us for "Art in The Woods," our outdoor art market featuring works by 20+ Texas artists, just outside the doors of the gallery!
In addition to our lineup of spectacular local artists (see below), we are celebrating "National Children's Craft Day" and will have special attractions and events for families throughout the day.
Embark on an Artist's Quest!Uncover the secrets behind each market artist's masterpieces by becoming an "Art Detective" with our special Interactive Discovery Cards. As you wander through the market & gallery, these cards will prompt you to unlock fascinating conversations with our artists - from their eureka moments of inspiration to the fascinating techniques that bring their visions to life. Every completed Discovery Card enters you into our Creative Raffle, where lucky winners will take home a treasure trove of art supplies! (Don't worry - your creative destiny can find you even if you can't stay for the drawing!)Let curiosity be your compass as you explore, discover, and perhaps win the tools to start your own artistic journey!
Parent & Child Creation Stations:TBD
The gallery will also have a variety of "make-and-take" craft kits for children, artist designed coloring books and more available for purchase to inspire creativity at home!!
Participating art market artists include:Stay tuned....
Let’s get groovy! Join us and make your own Tie-Dye bowl or dish (approx. 8”) alongside glass artist Mary Torres.
You will choose the shape, colors and design of your piece from a wide variety of glass colors to complete your glass bowl design. The finished design will be fired in a kiln by the artist, packaged and delivered to the gallery within 2 weeks of the class date.
All materials and tools are supplied. NO experience needed. $70pp. Class size limited to 8.
Turn your own photos into encaustic works of art with Shauna Martin! In this workshop, participants will create (2), 5x5 encaustic photos on wood panels.
In this specialty workshop, you’ll be using your own photos, turned black & white, and oil sticks of all colors to create beautifully layered compositions! The end result will remind you of the timeless hand-painted photographs of the late 1800's but with a modern twist! We offer an assortment of supplies, but you are welcome to bring more; your favorite tissue paper (plain or pattern); favorite writings, quotes, poems, magazine cutouts, hand-made papers, fabric, etc. Essentially, if you like scrapbooking or journaling, this workshop is for you! Make sure to check your email after registration for a photo request from Shauna. Once she receives your images she will edit and get them printed for the event.
This 2 hour workshop is designed for artists of all levels, even those new to encaustic painting. All supplies included.
Ardest Gallery is a fine arts gallery representing top Texas 2D and 3D visual artists, located in The Woodlands, TX.
25200 Grogan's Park Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77380
832-296-6723
julieverville@ardestgallery.com
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Saturdays 10am - 4pm
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