Summer Art Workshops
Discover the Joy of Art This Spring & Summer!
Looking for a new hobby or a creative outlet? Our beginner art workshops, led by artist Sandra Sabene, offer a relaxed and supportive environment to learn fundamental skills in drawing, watercolor, and acrylic painting. All supplies are provided – just come and create!
These 2 hour workshops include all supplies and plenty of instruction and support. These are adult workshops, but kids (age 10yrs and up) may attend with an adult attending the workshop.
HOW TO REGISTER:
Choose a date and submit payment for each person.
You will receive a confirmation email with details about all the workshops.
Dates and Descriptions:
Tuesday, May 13th,6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 1: Learn Drawing Basics: Nature, Wildlife & Simple Shaded Shapes
Ready to pick up a pencil and see the world in a new way? Join artist Sandra Sabene for a fun and relaxed introduction to the fundamentals of drawing. In this workshop, you'll learn simple yet effective techniques for capturing the beauty of nature and wildlife. We'll explore basic foundational shapes and how to use shading to create depth and dimension in your drawings. No prior drawing experience is necessary – just bring your curiosity and we'll provide all the materials!
Tuesday, May 20th, 6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 2: Beginner Watercolor: Mix Colors, Explore Textures & Create 6 Stunning Mini Paintings
Discover the magical world of watercolor painting! In this beginner-friendly workshop led by Sandra Sabene, you'll learn how to mix vibrant colors and explore the unique textures that watercolor can create. By the end of the session, you'll have completed six beautiful mini paintings, perfect for gifting or displaying! All supplies are included, making it easy for you to dive right into this luminous medium.
Tuesday, June 10th, 6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 3:Watercolor Whimsy: Learn Fun, Simple Strokes & Colorful Summer Palette
Embrace the carefree spirit of summer with watercolor! Join Sandra Sabene for a playful and approachable workshop focused on creating light and airy watercolor paintings. You'll learn fun and simple brushstrokes and explore vibrant color combinations that evoke the joy of the season. This workshop is perfect for beginners looking to experiment and create whimsical watercolor art. All materials provided!
Tuesday, June 24th, 6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 4: Beginner Drawing: How to Get Started if You Want to Sketch What You See
Ever wanted to capture the world around you in a sketchbook? This beginner drawing workshop with Sandra Sabene will give you the foundational skills and confidence to start sketching what you see. We'll cover basic observation techniques, simple perspective, and essential line work to help you translate the world onto paper. All materials will be provided, and no prior drawing experience is required – just your desire to learn!
Monday, June 30th, 5-7pm - ***Different Location***
Special Workshop: “SUMMER VIBES” Acrylic Painting Workshop @ Fair Haven Community Arts Center with Sandra
Explore the vibrant possibilities of acrylic painting in this fun and engaging workshop led by Sandra Sabene at the Fair Haven Community Arts Center! Perfect for beginners, you'll learn fundamental acrylic techniques, including color mixing, layering, and brushwork. By the end of the evening, you'll have created your own colorful acrylic painting to take home. All supplies are included for this special workshop at a different location – Fair Haven Community Arts Center!
Saturday July 19th 10am-11am
Part of the 2025 Syracuse Art Trail
LOCATION: The Atrium, City Hall Commons (201 E Washington St, Syracuse, NY)
Learn Drawing Basics: Choosing a Subject & Simple Shapes
Ready to pick up a pencil and see the world in a new way? Join artists Sandra Sabene and Brooke Schmedicke for a fun and relaxed introduction to the fundamentals of drawing. In this workshop, you'll learn simple yet effective techniques for capturing your subject using simple shapes. Learn how to use shading to create depth and dimension in your drawings. No prior drawing experience is necessary – just bring your curiosity and we'll provide all the materials!
Email to register for the Syracuse Art Trail Workshop with Sandra and Brook 7/19 10am-11am
Discover the Joy of Art This Spring & Summer!
Looking for a new hobby or a creative outlet? Our beginner art workshops, led by artist Sandra Sabene, offer a relaxed and supportive environment to learn fundamental skills in drawing, watercolor, and acrylic painting. All supplies are provided – just come and create!
These 2 hour workshops include all supplies and plenty of instruction and support. These are adult workshops, but kids (age 10yrs and up) may attend with an adult attending the workshop.
HOW TO REGISTER:
Choose a date and submit payment for each person.
You will receive a confirmation email with details about all the workshops.
Dates and Descriptions:
Tuesday, May 13th,6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 1: Learn Drawing Basics: Nature, Wildlife & Simple Shaded Shapes
Ready to pick up a pencil and see the world in a new way? Join artist Sandra Sabene for a fun and relaxed introduction to the fundamentals of drawing. In this workshop, you'll learn simple yet effective techniques for capturing the beauty of nature and wildlife. We'll explore basic foundational shapes and how to use shading to create depth and dimension in your drawings. No prior drawing experience is necessary – just bring your curiosity and we'll provide all the materials!
Tuesday, May 20th, 6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 2: Beginner Watercolor: Mix Colors, Explore Textures & Create 6 Stunning Mini Paintings
Discover the magical world of watercolor painting! In this beginner-friendly workshop led by Sandra Sabene, you'll learn how to mix vibrant colors and explore the unique textures that watercolor can create. By the end of the session, you'll have completed six beautiful mini paintings, perfect for gifting or displaying! All supplies are included, making it easy for you to dive right into this luminous medium.
Tuesday, June 10th, 6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 3:Watercolor Whimsy: Learn Fun, Simple Strokes & Colorful Summer Palette
Embrace the carefree spirit of summer with watercolor! Join Sandra Sabene for a playful and approachable workshop focused on creating light and airy watercolor paintings. You'll learn fun and simple brushstrokes and explore vibrant color combinations that evoke the joy of the season. This workshop is perfect for beginners looking to experiment and create whimsical watercolor art. All materials provided!
Tuesday, June 24th, 6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 4: Beginner Drawing: How to Get Started if You Want to Sketch What You See
Ever wanted to capture the world around you in a sketchbook? This beginner drawing workshop with Sandra Sabene will give you the foundational skills and confidence to start sketching what you see. We'll cover basic observation techniques, simple perspective, and essential line work to help you translate the world onto paper. All materials will be provided, and no prior drawing experience is required – just your desire to learn!
Monday, June 30th, 5-7pm - ***Different Location***
Special Workshop: “SUMMER VIBES” Acrylic Painting Workshop @ Fair Haven Community Arts Center with Sandra
Explore the vibrant possibilities of acrylic painting in this fun and engaging workshop led by Sandra Sabene at the Fair Haven Community Arts Center! Perfect for beginners, you'll learn fundamental acrylic techniques, including color mixing, layering, and brushwork. By the end of the evening, you'll have created your own colorful acrylic painting to take home. All supplies are included for this special workshop at a different location – Fair Haven Community Arts Center!
Saturday July 19th 10am-11am
Part of the 2025 Syracuse Art Trail
LOCATION: The Atrium, City Hall Commons (201 E Washington St, Syracuse, NY)
Learn Drawing Basics: Choosing a Subject & Simple Shapes
Ready to pick up a pencil and see the world in a new way? Join artists Sandra Sabene and Brooke Schmedicke for a fun and relaxed introduction to the fundamentals of drawing. In this workshop, you'll learn simple yet effective techniques for capturing your subject using simple shapes. Learn how to use shading to create depth and dimension in your drawings. No prior drawing experience is necessary – just bring your curiosity and we'll provide all the materials!
Email to register for the Syracuse Art Trail Workshop with Sandra and Brook 7/19 10am-11am
Discover the Joy of Art This Spring & Summer!
Looking for a new hobby or a creative outlet? Our beginner art workshops, led by artist Sandra Sabene, offer a relaxed and supportive environment to learn fundamental skills in drawing, watercolor, and acrylic painting. All supplies are provided – just come and create!
These 2 hour workshops include all supplies and plenty of instruction and support. These are adult workshops, but kids (age 10yrs and up) may attend with an adult attending the workshop.
HOW TO REGISTER:
Choose a date and submit payment for each person.
You will receive a confirmation email with details about all the workshops.
Dates and Descriptions:
Tuesday, May 13th,6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 1: Learn Drawing Basics: Nature, Wildlife & Simple Shaded Shapes
Ready to pick up a pencil and see the world in a new way? Join artist Sandra Sabene for a fun and relaxed introduction to the fundamentals of drawing. In this workshop, you'll learn simple yet effective techniques for capturing the beauty of nature and wildlife. We'll explore basic foundational shapes and how to use shading to create depth and dimension in your drawings. No prior drawing experience is necessary – just bring your curiosity and we'll provide all the materials!
Tuesday, May 20th, 6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 2: Beginner Watercolor: Mix Colors, Explore Textures & Create 6 Stunning Mini Paintings
Discover the magical world of watercolor painting! In this beginner-friendly workshop led by Sandra Sabene, you'll learn how to mix vibrant colors and explore the unique textures that watercolor can create. By the end of the session, you'll have completed six beautiful mini paintings, perfect for gifting or displaying! All supplies are included, making it easy for you to dive right into this luminous medium.
Tuesday, June 10th, 6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 3:Watercolor Whimsy: Learn Fun, Simple Strokes & Colorful Summer Palette
Embrace the carefree spirit of summer with watercolor! Join Sandra Sabene for a playful and approachable workshop focused on creating light and airy watercolor paintings. You'll learn fun and simple brushstrokes and explore vibrant color combinations that evoke the joy of the season. This workshop is perfect for beginners looking to experiment and create whimsical watercolor art. All materials provided!
Tuesday, June 24th, 6:30-8:30pm
Workshop 4: Beginner Drawing: How to Get Started if You Want to Sketch What You See
Ever wanted to capture the world around you in a sketchbook? This beginner drawing workshop with Sandra Sabene will give you the foundational skills and confidence to start sketching what you see. We'll cover basic observation techniques, simple perspective, and essential line work to help you translate the world onto paper. All materials will be provided, and no prior drawing experience is required – just your desire to learn!
Monday, June 30th, 5-7pm - ***Different Location***
Special Workshop: “SUMMER VIBES” Acrylic Painting Workshop @ Fair Haven Community Arts Center with Sandra
Explore the vibrant possibilities of acrylic painting in this fun and engaging workshop led by Sandra Sabene at the Fair Haven Community Arts Center! Perfect for beginners, you'll learn fundamental acrylic techniques, including color mixing, layering, and brushwork. By the end of the evening, you'll have created your own colorful acrylic painting to take home. All supplies are included for this special workshop at a different location – Fair Haven Community Arts Center!
Saturday July 19th 10am-11am
Part of the 2025 Syracuse Art Trail
LOCATION: The Atrium, City Hall Commons (201 E Washington St, Syracuse, NY)
Learn Drawing Basics: Choosing a Subject & Simple Shapes
Ready to pick up a pencil and see the world in a new way? Join artists Sandra Sabene and Brooke Schmedicke for a fun and relaxed introduction to the fundamentals of drawing. In this workshop, you'll learn simple yet effective techniques for capturing your subject using simple shapes. Learn how to use shading to create depth and dimension in your drawings. No prior drawing experience is necessary – just bring your curiosity and we'll provide all the materials!
Email to register for the Syracuse Art Trail Workshop with Sandra and Brook 7/19 10am-11am
