Mother’s Day Pysanky Egg Painting Workshop

MOTHER/CHILD WORKSHOP

• $20. Community Workshop

• One child ages 8 & up and one adult per registration

• Sunday, May 4, 2025

• 10am to 12pm

• Pre- Registration is required

• Teaching artist: Mona Lewis

Join us for a special Mother’s Day workshop where parents and children will explore the beautiful Ukrainian tradition of Pysanky egg decorating. Using wax-resist techniques, participants will create intricately patterned eggs rich in color and symbolism—each one a unique expression of love, creativity, and cultural heritage.

Led by a skilled teaching artist Mona Lewis, this hands-on workshop is designed for all skill levels and offers a joyful opportunity for families to spend meaningful time together. All materials will be provided, including traditional tools and dyes. Participants will leave with a beautifully decorated egg and cherished memories.

We can only accommodate one adult and one child per registration.

MOTHER/CHILD WORKSHOP

• $20. Community Workshop

• One child ages 8 & up and one adult per registration

• Saturday, May 10, 2025

• 3pm-5 pm

• Pre- Registration is required

• Teaching artist: Kathleen Kaller

• Reiki infused Soundbath: Kimmy Braget

• Please bring a yoga mat, blankets and dress comfortable and warm.

  In celebration of Moms! You are invited to this Suminagashi workshop and relaxing Reiki infused Soundbath. Suminagashi is the Japanese art of marbling, dating back to the 12th Century. Translating directly to 'floating ink', the marbling process uses a richly pigmented sumi ink floating on water, which is then manipulated into distinctive patterns. We will finish the day with a sound bath to nurture your body, mind and soul. Join Kimmy Bragat, Reiki Master and Sound Healing Practioner for an immersive sound experience. Let the sound wash over you while you are laying in a restful posture. A combination of chimes, crystal singing bowls and other healing instruments will be used to lull you into relaxation.

  We can only accommodate one adult and one child per registration.

• Saturday, April 26, 3-5pm

• $20. per person

• Pre-Registration Required

• Ages 8 thru Adult

• Youth ages 8 -12 must be accompanied with a registered adult

• Instructor: Alan Salazar

Join Chumash and Tataviam elder Alan Salazar and artist and author Mona Lewis for a unique and immersive experience that brings traditional Chumash stories to life through art.

Alan will begin by sharing traditional Chumash stories passed down through generations—tales of animals, nature, and sacred lessons rooted in the Central Coast landscape. After listening to these stories, participants will be invited to grind local ochre stones into natural earth pigments and use them to create an illustration inspired by the story that spoke to them most.

Artist Mona Lewis will guide participants in using these handmade paints to create their artwork inspired by the Chumash stories.

All materials are non-toxic, locally foraged, and provided.

• Week 1, June 9 - June 13

• 5 days, Mon.-Fri.

• 9am-12pm

• Instructor: Michelle Wilson & Mary Perez

• Ages 6-10 ( this camp is appropriate for kids that feel comfortable using tools independently with instructions)

  Join us for a hands-on Summer Makers Camp, where kids explore the art of craft through building, shaping, and creating! From woodworking and metalwork to ceramics, felting, and more, campers will develop skills, unleash creativity, and bring their imaginative ideas to life. Guided by skilled artists, this camp is perfect for young makers who love to tinker, build, and explore new materials.

• Classes are held in our outdoor classroom

• Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

• Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

  Emergency Form Link

• Week 2, June 16 - June 20

• 5 days, Mon.-Fri.

• 9am-12pm

• Instructor: Mary Perez and Guest Artists

• ages 6-10

Looking at the many sources of inspiration that exists in nature. Projects will include a variety of techniques and materials from nature including using natural dyes, printmaking, ceramics and more.

• Classes are held in our outdoor classroom

• Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

• Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

Emergency Form Link

• Week 2, June 16 - June 20

• 5 days, Mon.-Fri.

• 1-4pm

• Instructor: Mary Perez and Guest Artists

• Ages 6-10

  Spend a creative and exciting week playing, learning, and experimenting with a variety of art techniques! Campers will explore painting, ceramics, drawing, and more, using different materials to bring their ideas to life. With a focus on creativity and self-expression, each day offers new projects designed to inspire and engage young artists. All experience levels are welcome, with individualized instruction to support and encourage every participant. Join us for a fun-filled week of artistic exploration and discovery!

  • Classes are held in our outdoor classroom

  • Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

  • Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

  Emergency Form Link

• Week 3, June 23 - June 27

• 5 days, Mon.-Fri.

• 9am-12pm

• Instructor: Mary Perez

• Ages 6-10

• Students need to feel comfortable using hot glue guns and scissors

This is the week to build your dream home, tree house, fairy house, castle or whatever tickles your fancy, all in miniature. We will spend the week building our houses and everything to go inside it. Furniture, Wallpaper, flooring and more.

• Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

• Students will be using hot glue guns

• Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

Emergency Form Link

• Week 4, June 30 -July 3 (no class July 4)

• 4 days, Mon.-Thurs..

• 9am-12pm

• Instructor: Mary Perez and Guest Artists

• Ages 6-10

Question like a scientist and create like an artist. Projects throughout the week will combine the 2 worlds with hands on activities that include creative thinking and problem-solving. Experiments and art projects will make for a fun and engaging week. We will make some of our own art materials, use art to record what we observe, design, build and have a fun time doing it all.

• Classes are held in our outdoor classroom

• Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

• Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

Emergency Form Link

• Week 4, June 30 -July 3 (no class July 4)

• 4 days, Mon.-Thurs.

• 1-4pm

• Instructor: Michelle Wilson & Izzy De Paz

• Ages 6-10 ( this camp is appropriate for kids that feel comfortable using tools independently with instructions)

  Join us for a hands-on Summer Makers Camp, where kids explore the art of craft through building, shaping, and creating! From woodworking and metalwork to ceramics, felting, and more, campers will develop skills, unleash creativity, and bring their imaginative ideas to life. Guided by skilled artists, this camp is perfect for young makers who love to tinker, build, and explore new materials.

• Classes are held in our outdoor classroom

• Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

• Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

  Emergency Form Link

• Week5, July 7 - July 11

• 5 days, Mon.-Fri.

• 9am-12pm

• Instructor: Mary Perez and Guest Artists

• Ages 6-10

Young artists explore their imagination and creativity while learning to enhance their art skills. Projects include creating imaginary creatures, and drawing from mythology. A variety of techniques and materials will be used throughout the week including painting, drawing and ceramics. The class is structured to encourage creative expression, concept development, and advancement of skills.

• Classes are held in our outdoor classroom

• Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

• Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

Emergency Form Link

• Week 5, July 7 - July 11

• 5 classes, Mon.-Fri.

• 1-4pm

• Instructor: Mary Perez and Guest Artists

• Ages 6-10

If your an animal lover, this is the class for you! All of the inspiration for this camp will be from the animal kingdom. Throughout this fun week we will be exploring different art forms such as painting, drawing, mixed media media, sculpture and more.

• Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

• Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

Emergency Form Link

• Week 6, July 14- July 18

• 5 days, Mon.-Fri.

• 9am-12pm

• Instructor: Mary Perez and Guest Artists

• Ages 6-10

  Spend the week playing, learning and experimenting as you have a ton of fun experiencing the joy of Spend a creative and exciting week playing, learning, and experimenting with a variety of art techniques! Campers will explore painting, ceramics, drawing, and more, using different materials to bring their ideas to life. With a focus on creativity and self-expression, each day offers new projects designed to inspire and engage young artists. All experience levels are welcome, with individualized instruction to support and encourage every participant. Join us for a fun-filled week of artistic exploration and discovery!

  • Classes are held in our outdoor classroom

  • Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

  • Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

  Emergency Form Link

• Week 7, July 21-July 25

• 5 classes, Mon.-Fri.

• 9am - 12pm

• Instructor: Mary Perez and Guest Artists

• Ages 6-10

If your an animal lover, this is the class for you! All of the inspiration for this camp will be from the animal kingdom. Throughout this fun week we will be exploring different art forms such as painting, drawing, mixed media media, sculpture and more.

• Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

• Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

Emergency Form Link

• Week 7, July 21-July 25

• 5 days, Mon.-Fri.

• 1-4pm

• Instructor: Michelle Wilson & Izzy De Paz

• Ages 6-10 ( this camp is appropriate for kids that feel comfortable using tools independently with instructions)

  Join us for a hands-on Summer Makers Camp, where kids explore the art of craft through building, shaping, and creating! From woodworking and metalwork to ceramics, felting, and more, campers will develop skills, unleash creativity, and bring their imaginative ideas to life. Guided by skilled artists, this camp is perfect for young makers who love to tinker, build, and explore new materials.

• Classes are held in our outdoor classroom

• Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

• Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

  Emergency Form Link

• Week 8, July 28 - Aug 1

• 5 days, Mon.-Fri.

• 9am-12pm

• Instructor: Mary Perez

• Ages 6-10

• Students must feel comfortable using a hot glue gun

• We will spend the week designing and then building a miniature house including miniature furniture and garden using elements from nature, . The perfect home for a fairy, gnome, or ……. Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

  • Students will be using hot glue guns and lot of cutting

  • Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

  • Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

  Emergency Form Link

• Week 9, Aug. 4 - Aug 8

• 5 days, Mon.-Fri.

• 9am-12pm

• Instructor: Mary Perez and Guest Artists

• Ages 6-10

  Spend the week playing, learning and experimenting as you have a ton of fun experiencing the joy of making art. Projects will include a variety of techniques and materials including painting, clay, drawing and more. All experience levels are welcome and supported with individualized instruction.

  • Camps are held in our outdoor classroom

  • Pack a snack and beverage and dress in clothes you won't mind getting messy in.

  • Emergency form must be filled out before the first class:

  Emergency Form Link