Sat, Feb 1st: Intro to Natural Dye | 10am-2pm w/visiting artist, Katey Rissi at The Sou’wester Lodge Pavilion. 3728 J Pl Seaview, WA. Ages 10+ w/an adult or ages 14+.

Learn about the magic of creating color with plants in this introduction to natural dye workshop. This class will lay a solid foundation down to help you understand the fundamentals of how natural dyeing works, so you can continue a dye practice yourself. We will discuss the history of plant color, what fabrics to use, how to prepare fabric for dyeing, and of course, which plants to work with. Students will leave the class with a dye swatch book and a bundle dyed bandana.

Sat, Feb 8th, 2pm-6pm: Create Your Own Candlestick Holders w/visiting artist Nickolas Hurlbut

at Ilwaco Artworks – 109 1st Ave N. Ilwaco, WA.

Ages 10+ w/an adult or ages 14+. Beginner-friendly/all experience levels welcome.

Create your own candlestick holder set! This beginner-friendly class provides all the essentials, including tools, clay, glaze, and firing for at least 2 candlestick holders.You will learn how to create candlestick holders through two methods of hand building- sculpting and slab building. 

Nickolas Hurlbut is a seasoned ceramic artist and high school ceramics teacher currently based in Portland, OR. With a bachelors in Art Education and Studio Art and a Masters in Art Education. He is a queer ceramicist making Sassy inspired ceramics bringing together style and function to create unique and joyous housewares and fine art. A member of the Oregon Potters association, he sells work through his website, and participates in markets throughout the PNW.

Sat, Feb 15th: Learning Linoleum-Cut Block Printing | 10am-2pm w/visiting artist, Heidi Keith at The Sou’wester Lodge Pavilion. 3728 J Pl Seaview, WA. Ages 10-13 w/an adult or ages 14+. All levels welcome.

Join Heidi to explore the vibrant world of lino block printing and take home your own stunning prints! This workshop provides an excellent opportunity to learn the process of creating beautiful linoleum prints. Participants will be guided step-by-step through the technique, ensuring they gain hands-on experience and develop their skills in this unique art form. This workshop promises to be both educational and fun.

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Heidi Keith was raised in western Montana. She currently lives in Portland, Oregon where she paints and teaches studio art. She earned a Bachelor and Masters degree from Portland State University. Keith also attended Pacific Northwest College of Art as a post bachelorette studying painting. Keith’s work is informed by her community and the land of the Pacific Northwest. Her large scale landscape and figurative projects have been exhibited throughout the west coast.

2/15/2025: Serving Dish Workshop w/visiting artist, Taylor Stefanski

at Ilwaco Artworks Community Clay Studio – 109 1st Ave N Ilwaco, WA. Ages 10+ w/an adult or ages 14+. All experience levels welcome. 2pm-6pm. $72/person

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Impress your guests at your next dinner party with a serving dish made by you! In this workshop you will have the opportunity to create and decorate your own serving dish!