For folks who already have the basics of embroidery down, we will work with a pattern and dive into more advanced stitches. About the artist: Shannon Downey aka Badass Cross Stitch is an artist, activist, craftivist, community builder, and general instigator. She blends her politics, activism, and art into projects that are designed to inspire others to […]
Belfast's Great Pumpkin Pageant is joining forces with the Waldo County YMCA's Trunk or Treat event for one-stop Halloween hoopla! Want to enter a decorated pumpkin? Here's how: Get a pumpkin! Johnny's Seeds is donating over 100 pumpkins for entrants. Visit our pumpkin patch (at Waterfall Arts) after October 15 to get yours! Limit one […]
This is a focused Embroidery 101 workshop (community stitchup!) that supports folks in developing their Badass Herstory submissions. Badass Herstory is a Global Craftivism Project centering the stories of as many folks of marginalized genders as possible. Part community-organizing project, part public art project it is appropriate for new stitchers and skilled stitchers alike. Shannon […]
The Young Artists Studio is an opportunity for creatives ages 8-18 to enjoy an “open studio” experience. They are able to use any of a wide array of materials to create projects of their choosing, for a full two hours or just drop in for a while. Each week there is a technique demonstrated by […]
This 8-week, fun-filled class will introduce you to working with molten glass. Learn to make basic forms including paperweights, cups, vases, and bowls. Explore color techniques to enrich each of your creations. No experience necessary. Space is limited to 6 students. Ages 18+ (ages 12-17 may participate with an adult) Learn more about our Glassblowing […]
$15 per session Register online or drop in and pay the instructor when you arrive. Join us for a short pose, non-instructional, gestural group. The format will be variable, starting with quicker poses and ending with a more lengthy pose each session. The longest running group of its kind in Midcoast Maine, the life drawing […]
Start a new project or finish something you have started. Don't let your lack of studio equipment be an obstacle! Waterfall Arts has a well-furnished and staffed printmaking studio for artists of all skill levels to drop in and work independently on their own projects. In addition to providing a workspace and tools, the studios […]
This 4-week session is for 1st and 2nd graders.* Bridge Jr. is an after school art club for elementary-aged artists. This session, Bridge Jr. will occur on Thursday afternoons; participants can ride the bus to Waterfall Arts at release time. Students enjoy almost an hour of snack time and outdoor play before digging into art […]
Start a new project or finish something you have started. Don't let your lack of studio equipment be an obstacle! Waterfall Arts has a well-furnished and staffed printmaking studio for artists of all skill levels to drop in and work independently on their own projects. In addition to providing a workspace and tools, the studios […]
Start a new project or finish something you have started. Don't let your lack of studio equipment be an obstacle! Waterfall Arts has a well-furnished and staffed printmaking studio for artists of all skill levels to drop in and work independently on their own projects. In addition to providing a workspace and tools, the studios […]
$15 per session Drop in or register online (Save $5 if you register for Wednesday Short Pose and Saturday Long Pose sessions together) The longest running group of its kind in Midcoast Maine, the life drawing group at Waterfall Arts began over a decade ago. Anyone who has an interest in drawing from the figure can […]
The Young Artists Studio is an opportunity for creatives ages 8-18 to enjoy an “open studio” experience. They are able to use any of a wide array of materials to create projects of their choosing, for a full two hours or just drop in for a while. Each week there is a technique demonstrated by […]
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