News & Notes
Welcome to Artistic Gatherings
Greetings everyone! Another year is upon us...so many exciting possibilities are on the horizon. Regardless of the crappy stuff that happens in life, there are ALWAYS opportunities for great stuff to happen as a result of the crap. Example. The studio's ceiling fell in a few times due to roof leaks. It was AWFUL. A couple of months ago during a big storm, I watched as water poured into my studio, thinking there was nothing I could do about it...except scream, cry, and throw more towels on the floor. Then, because I'd had it---reached my limit in dealing with these recurring leaks---I made an in-the-moment decision to move the shelves out of the leak area permanently (wishful thinking that the roofers would fix it "this time" was no longer an option!). What happened as a result of that leak, in combination with a really cool conversation with a stranger I'd had only a day or two before (who is now a friend, thank you Cj), is that now the studio is so much more OPEN and SPACIOUS than before. It feels so wonderful, and the energy is alive! Sometimes we just have to go with the flow of life...blindly trust that everything will be okay...even though we are convinced that what we are going through is so horrible that nothing good could possibly come from it. I can't say I'm jumping for joy at the thought of the next challenge in my life, but I can say that I will do my best to remember the amazement I felt when I walked into the studio after an entire week of heavy lifting, rearranging, and utter exhaustion. Hmm. Perhaps the "rearranging" of the studio furniture is symbolic. Maybe when we resist what could be good for us over and over (I did not move the shelves the first few leaks), divine forces help us out by hitting us on the head in order to cause us to rearrange our lives in such a way that greatness beyond our current understanding is revealed. Cool. All this is relevent because ART, like LIFE, is sometimes what we want it to be, sometimes what we hope for, sometimes a disappointment...but ALWAYS an opportunity for great stuff to happen. Sometimes it happens right away, sometimes ugly art comes out first and then leads us to even more than we ever could've imagined. The crap is necessary. The ugly is necessary. It's ALL GOOD. So, my beloved art students, artist friends, and students & friends to be, seize this day! Love everything about it...even the parts you want to run from. It all comes full circle...everything will lead you where you want to go...even if you have no idea where that is right now. Live from your heart! Peace. Kim
New Hours at the Studio
We heard you! Now we'll be open a couple of extra hours per day. Our new hours are 10:00am-6:00pm Tuesday-Saturday (still closed on Sundays and Mondays).
Wednesday Night Art Workshops for Adults
Check out the variety of 2-hour workshops offered in 2012! (Go to the Art Classes section of our website.) Some are BYOB and others are not, but ALL are tons of fun and very beginner-friendly. Come reclaim your sanity and recharge in the middle of a hectic week. : )
Pick Up Your Unclaimed Art, PLEASE!
We love your awesome artwork and would like to store it for you eternally, but, alas, we have no space available! Thank you for making time to swing by and pick it up as soon as possible. Hey, then we'll have room for the new stuff you create!
Questions? Comments?
Customer feedback is SO valuable! Thank you for sharing what's on your mind. Call Kim Worthington at (214) 821-8383 or email: kim@artisticgatherings.com
Current Art Class Schedule
No Registration Fee / Cost Includes All Art Supplies!
FULL PAYMENT Must Accompany Class Registration Form to Ensure Enrollment.
Introducing: Customer Appreciation DISCOUNTS!
A) If you’re paying for TWO 6-week sessions TODAY, take $15 off the total balance due.
B) If you’re paying for THREE 6-week sessions TODAY, take $30 off the total balance due.
C) If you’re paying for FOUR or more 6-week sessions TODAY, take $50 off the total balance due.
D) For each NEW STUDENT (registered & paid) REFERRED BY YOU, you receive a $25 credit toward art classes (does not include art supplies, bisqueware, bisque-related classes, artwork, or other merchandise). There is no limit on how many credits you may receive, so you could actually earn FREE classes by referring new students!
DISCOUNT POLICIES:
It doesn’t matter if multiple sessions are for the same student or for different students (ie, siblings). If classes are for different students, they must be related -- discount does not apply if, for example, one student’s mom is paying for another child’s class and will later be reimbursed by that child’s parent. Multiple-session discounts do not apply if sessions are paid for on different dates. Thanks for your understanding!
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AND All Other Art Classes...
Winter 2012 • Session 3
Jan 3rd - Feb 10th 2012
(6-week Session)
Ages 5-7 (mature 4's welcome) $155 / Clay Sculpture & Functional Clay Art
Choose: Wed 3:30-4:30pm OR Thurs 4:00-5:00pm OR Fri 5:00-6:00pm
Explore basic hand-building techniques.
Ages 8-12 (teens welcome) $185 / Clay Sculpture & Functional Clay Art
Choose: Tues 4:00-5:30pm OR Wed 4:30-6:00pm OR Thurs 5:00-6:30pm
Basic & advanced hand-building techniques.
Adults (great for beginners!) $215 / Clay Sculpture & Functional Clay Art
Choose: Tues 6:30-8:30pm OR Wed 11:00-1:00pm
Basic & advanced hand-building techniques.
Spring 2012 • Session 4
Feb 21st - Apr 13th 2012
(6-week Session)
2-week Spring Break: Mar 13th - 23rd
Ages 5-7 (mature 4's welcome) $155 / Mixed Media Mosaic & Papiér Maché
Choose: Wed 3:30-4:30pm OR Thurs 4:00-5:00pm OR Fri 5:00-6:00pm
Create extraordinary mixed media sculpture!
Ages 8-12 (teens welcome) $185 / Mixed Media Mosaic & Papiér Maché
Choose: Tues 4:00-5:30pm OR Wed 4:30-6:00pm OR Thurs 5:00-6:30pm
Create extraordinary mixed media sculpture!
Adults (great for beginners!) $215 / Mixed Media Mosaic & Papiér Maché
Choose: Tues 6:30-8:30pm OR Wed 11:00-1:00pm
Create extraordinary mixed media sculpture!
Spring 2012 • Session 5
Apr 17th - May 25th 2012
(6-week Session)
Ages 5-7 (mature 4's welcome) $155 / Drawing & Painting Exploration II
Choose: Wed 3:30-4:30pm OR Thurs 4:00-5:00pm OR Fri 5:00-6:00pm
Explore techniques and personal meaning.
Ages 8-12 (teens welcome) $185 / Drawing & Painting Exploration II
Choose: Tues 4:00-5:30pm OR Wed 4:30-6:00pm OR Thurs 5:00-6:30pm
Explore techniques and personal meaning.
Adults (great for beginners!) $215 / Drawing & Acrylic Painting
Choose: Tues 6:30-8:30pm OR Wed 11:00-1:00pm
Explore techniques and personal meaning.
Wednesday 7-9pm Adult Workshops...Let the Stress Go!
Come laugh and play in a comfortable environment with others like yourself who
want to relax and tap into creativity. Some of our workshops allow alcohol, others do not
(out of respect for non-drinkers). All workshops take you through the projects step-by-step,
and unlike similar workshops in other studios, ours encourage freedom of expression---
which is why everyone's artwork will be special and truly one-of-a-kind. You won't copy
from an existing work...you'll engage in the creative process and be guided to explore the
possibilities of your own artistic nature! No experience necessary. Great for dates, friends,
parents, teachers, coworkers, creatively blocked souls, and anyone seeking artistic expression.
January 18, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Pelican Still-life Painting & Spirits! (BYOB)
Learn blending and color-mixing techniques that will bring your pelicans to life!
$65 includes guidance, 16x20 canvas, and use of acrylic paints and supplies
January 25, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Expressive Portrait Painting (no alcohol please)
Learn blending and color-mixing techniques that will bring your clever portrait to life!
$65 includes guidance, 16x20 canvas, and use of acrylic paints and supplies
February 1, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Sculptural Clay Bowl & Spirits! (BYOB)
Learn how to work with clay as you turn your pinchpot into a sculptural work of art!
$65 includes guidance, clay, and a chance to glaze your fired piece during our drop-in hours
February 8, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Clay Candle Holder (no alcohol please)
Learn how to work with clay as you create a unique and functional work of art!
$65 includes guidance, clay, and a chance to glaze your fired piece during our drop-in hours
February 22, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Abstract Painting & Spirits! (BYOB)
Learn a variety of painting techniques such as impasto, scraffito, glazing, impressing, etc.
$65 includes guidance, 16x20 canvas, and use of acrylic paints and supplies
February 29, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Expressive Portrait Painting & Spirits! (BYOB)
Learn blending and color-mixing techniques that will bring your clever portrait to life!
$65 includes guidance, 16x20 canvas, and use of acrylic paints and supplies
March 7, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Mixed Media Art (no alcohol please)
Create a stream-of-consciousness work of art using a variety of 2D and 3D materials.
$65 includes guidance and all supplies; feel free to bring found objects, photos, etc.
March 28, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Mixed Media Art & Spirits! (BYOB)
Create a stream-of-consciousness work of art using a variety of 2D and 3D materials.
$65 includes guidance and all supplies; feel free to bring found objects, photos, etc.
April 4, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Create a Colorful Success Map (no alcohol please)
Have a goal? Here's your chance to get very clear on the specific steps needed to reach it!
$65 includes guidance and all supplies
April 11, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Abstract Painting (no alcohol please)
Learn a variety of painting techniques such as impasto, scraffito, glazing, impressing, etc.
$65 includes guidance, 16x20 canvas, and use of acrylic paints and supplies
April 25, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Pelican Still-life Painting & Spirits! (BYOB)
Learn blending and color-mixing techniques that will bring your pelicans to life!
$65 includes guidance, 16x20 canvas, and use of acrylic paints and supplies
May 2, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Abstract Painting & Spirits! (BYOB)
Learn a variety of painting techniques such as impasto, scraffito, glazing, impressing, etc.
$65 includes guidance, 16x20 canvas, and use of acrylic paints and supplies
May 9, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Expressive Portrait Painting (no alcohol please)
Learn blending and color-mixing techniques that will bring your clever portrait to life!
$65 includes guidance, 16x20 canvas, and use of acrylic paints and supplies
May 16, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Sculptural Clay Bowl (no alcohol please)
Learn how to work with clay as you turn your pinchpot into a sculptural work of art!
$65 includes guidance, clay, and a chance to glaze your fired piece during our drop-in hours
May 23, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Clay Candle Holder & Spirits! (BYOB)
Learn how to work with clay as you create a unique and functional work of art!
$65 includes guidance, clay, and a chance to glaze your fired piece during our drop-in hours
June 6, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Create "My Best Self" Mug (no alcohol please)
Glaze a bisque mug using a variety of demonstrated techniques...or invent your own!
$45 includes guidance and choice of any mug style
June 13, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Expressive Portrait Painting & Spirits! (BYOB)
Learn blending and color-mixing techniques that will bring your clever portrait to life!
$65 includes guidance, 16x20 canvas, and use of acrylic paints and supplies
June 20, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Ceramic Glazing Techniques! (BYOB)
Learn a variety of cool techniques that will add personality and pizzaz to your pottery!
$20 plus the cost of the pottery you choose that night (large selection)
June 27, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Abstract Painting & Spirits! (BYOB)
Learn a variety of painting techniques such as impasto, scraffito, glazing, impressing, etc.
$65 includes guidance, 16x20 canvas, and use of acrylic paints and supplies
July 11, 2012 Wednesday 7:00-9:00pm---Glaze 5 Ornaments! (no alcohol please)
Christmas in July! Learn cool glazing techniques as you create 5 beautiful ornaments!
$45 for 5 flat ornaments / $65 for 5 ball ornaments (you may purchase more than 5 if you like)
Stay tuned for more workshops!
Summer Classes and Workshops Coming Soon...
Student Work
 Handmade Paper & Books Class |
 Mosaic sculpture by Rachel |
 Ceramic clock by Peter |
 Group value study |
 Mosaic by Joy |
 Painting by Sydney |
Art Parties
Kids’ Parties (ages 5 & up)
Parties are for ages 5 & up only. Much time and energy are needed to prepare for a good party; we will go above and beyond to ensure your complete satisfaction. Cost is minimum $195 plus $18 per person. Parties last 1 - 2 hours. For each 15 minutes over 2 hours, there will be an additional $25 fee. There is a 5% discount if you choose not to serve food and drinks in the studio. Lover's Pizza is a couple of doors down, so you could opt to do the art project, gifts, etc. at the studio, then eat lunch or dinner and have cake at Lover's or elsewhere after the art party (we are happy to indicate this on your invitations). Make sure you let the restaurant know you'll be coming so they'll be ready for your group.
What We Provide (what you GET!)
- Colorful invitations with party info already printed (envelopes included)
- Fun art project with helpful instruction and exciting supplies that trigger imaginative solutions (choose from selection of bisque items)
- 2 dozen helium balloons
- Eye-catching customized party sign set up on an easel
- Quality art-goodie-bags for everyone to take home
- Total clean-up after the event
What You Provide:
Relax...you won't have much to do at all! Just stamp & address the invitations, bring the cake (or food & wine for adult events), mini water bottles, plates/utensils/napkins, and that's it... we do the rest! (PLEASE do NOT bring ice cream or sweet drinks! Thank you.)
NOTE: To promote and encourage high-quality parties, no discounts are given if you choose to omit any of the items we provide. Our good reputation is important to us. Thank you for understanding.
The studio has a lower table area with 12 small wooden chairs, and one large table with up to 14 cushioned chairs. 12 young children max at lower table; 14 people max at big table. It's a small studio, so PLEASE limit adult supervision to 2 or 3 adults to avoid overcrowding! Extra parents are encouraged to socialize outside or down at Starbucks so children are not stressed out by overcrowding---it really impacts creativity and well-being when the studio is too full and there is a lot of distracting noise and activity. Thank you.
Choose from nice selection of Party Bisque Items or choose items that are not part of the party selection for an additional fee. Paint with food-safe colored glazes using fun techniques. Items must be fired and picked up later; they don't go home the day of the party. Decide whether you'd like to pick up everyone's fired pottery at once and distribute items yourself, or have everyone leave their names and numbers so we can call them individually to come pick up their pieces.
We Also Do…
Birthdays, Staff Appreciation, Showers, Moms' Day Out, Family Get-Togethers, Teacher Events and Friendship Parties! Have a cool idea for a gathering? Contact Kim at (214) 821-8383 or kim@artisticgatherings.com
Handwriting Help for Kids
Private Lessons
Printing & Cursive Tutoring
The initial Evaluation and Report using The Print Tool™ (developed by Jan Z. Olsen, OTR and Emily F. Knapton, OTR/L) is $150. Private lessons thereafter are $60 per hour, with discounts available for multiple sessions. Lessons are structured using the Handwriting Without Tears© curriculum (HWT©), but with a creative twist. Children benefit from the addition of multi-media art activities, because, not only does art make learning more fun, it has also been very effective at helping with memory retention and letter formation skills. The art activities are customized to target each child’s specific skill area needs. Not every lesson will include art, but usually some type of creative process or multi-sensory experience will be incorporated into the session. When kids feel happy and excited about learning, things really sink in…and progress is made! The standard recommendation is to schedule a 1-hour lesson per week until significant improvements have been made. All handwriting lessons are taught by Kim Worthington, BFA / Certified All-level Art Teacher / Certified HWT© Handwriting Specialist / Multi-media Artist.
Discount Rates for Private Handwriting Lessons
(one person, not including supplies; workbooks $12 each):
- 5 hours paid up-front, rate reduced to $55 per hour
- 10 hours paid up-front, rate reduced to $50 per hour
- 15 hours paid up-front, rate reduced to $45 per hour
- 20 hours paid up-front, rate reduced to $40 per hour
Drop-In Art
Paint Your Own Pottery!
Tuesday - Saturday / 10:00am - 6:00pm
Studio Closed Sundays & Mondays
Drop in to paint your own bisque-fired pottery items! Great for gifts or something creative to do together with friends and family. Cost depends on the items you choose to glaze. Each item is priced to include bisque, glazes (except specialty glazes), and firing. Choose from an expanded selection of quality bisque, and then allow yourself to get lost in the relaxation and joy of painting your piece. Tots to seniors are welcome! It's best to arrive at least a couple of hours before we close so you'll have enough time to finish. No experience? No problem! We'll show you the ropes! Come try it...it's fun!
NOTE: Ceramic items are food safe once fired. It is highly recommended that you hand-wash your pieces and never put them in the dishwasher, oven, or microwave. Do so at your own risk. Cracked items are non-refundable, regardless of circumstance!
Contact Info
Mailing Address
Artistic Gatherings, Inc.
9440 Garland Rd., Suite 138
Casa Linda Plaza (btwn Maddox Shop & Natural Grocers)
Dallas, TX 75218
Email Address
Telephone
(214) 821-8383
Studio Hours
Tuesday - Saturday / 10:00am - 6:00pm
Open later for evening classes and events.
Studio Closed Sundays & Mondays
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