Adult Programs
Creative Jewelry Making: Floral Earrings with Sonder Blue
This beginner-friendly hands-on workshop introduces participants to the basics of jewelry making through the creation of their own themed earrings. Participants will first learn foundational techniques such as how to use hooks, jump rings, findings, and basic jewelry attachments to assemble wearable pieces safely and neatly.
Check out Sonder’s work here: https://linktr.ee/blueslittleworkshop
2 hr. Workshop
Friday, July 17, 2026
7:00 – 9:00 pm
in the Elm Studio
No experience needed.
Artists 14+
Intro to Comic Book Making with Theodore Blenkinsopp
Comic enthusiasts of all artistic levels will enjoy this workshop! Participants will create their own short comics while learning how to plot and layout a comic, in addition to exploring comic devices like panel flow, action smears, rhythm, and more!
ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED BY HWHG.
Check out Theo’s work here: https://www.instagram.com/theotheothertheo/
2.5 hr. Workshop
Friday. July 24, 2026
7:00 – 9:30 pm
in the Elm Studio
No experience needed!
Artists 14+
Drawing Post It Note Miniatures with Kamila Mlynarczyk (Wooded Woods)
This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the art of creating imaginative, storybook-style drawings using simple Post-it notes. Working within a small format encourages creativity, spontaneity, and experimentation, allowing artists of all levels to explore color, composition, and personal storytelling without intimidation.
Participants will learn how to transform everyday materials into vibrant miniature artworks, developing their own visual language through playful techniques and accessible tools. The class emphasizes creative freedom, mindfulness, and the joy of making art in small, approachable formats.
2.5 hr workshop
Saturday, July 25, 2026
2:00 – 4:30 pm
in the Elm Studio
No experience needed.
Artists age 14+
Dive in Watercolor with Katarina Al Hariri
Immerse yourself in the flowing beauty and expressive power of watercolor. In this program, participants will explore various watercolor techniques through the theme of underwater life, learning how to blend colors, create depth, and capture movement in fluid compositions. Inspired by the mesmerizing world beneath the surface, students will experiment with layers, textures, and transparency to bring fish, coral, and marine forms to life. This program encourages both creative exploration and technical growth, making it suitable for all levels, from beginners discovering the joy of watercolor to experienced artists seeking new inspiration.
2.5 hr workshop
Sunday, July 26, 2026
3:00 – 5:30 pm
in the Garden Studio
No experience needed.
Artists age 14+
Chip Carving for Beginners with Eric Almberg
Chip carving uses geometric patterns and shapes carved out in little “chips” to play with light and shadow, creating intricate designs and images. This class will start from the very basics and give you the foundation to grow your future carving from. The intended project for this class is to carve designs of your choice into a shape based off of your unique footprint, making a special piece to hang on your wall.
Materials included: wood, stropping compound, scrap leather strop.
3-week course, 2.5 hrs per class
August 7, 14, 21, 2026
Fridays | 6:30 – 9:00 pm
in the Elm Studio
No experience needed!
Artists age 14+
Registration closes 7 days prior to workshop date. For last-minute registrations please call the gallery.
Creative Jewelry Making: Custom Necklace with Sonder Blue
This beginner-friendly hands-on workshop introduces participants to the basics of jewelry making through the creation of their own custom necklace. Participants will first learn foundational techniques such as how to use hooks, jump rings, findings, and basic jewelry attachments to assemble wearable pieces safely and neatly.
Check out Sonder’s work here: https://linktr.ee/blueslittleworkshop
2 hr. Workshop
Saturday, August 8, 2026
7:00 – 9:00 pm
in the Elm Studio
No experience needed.
Artists 14+
Registration closes 7 days prior to workshop date. For last-minute registrations please call the gallery.
Intro to Oil Painting Through Portraiture with Salma Abdelaziz
This course offers a welcoming introduction to portrait painting with oils. Designed for beginners and those looking to build foundational skills. Participants will learn how to approach portraiture step by step, with a focus on understanding facial features, proportions, and painting techniques in oil.
3-week course, 2 hrs per class
August 10, 17, & 24, 2026
Mondays | 6:30 – 8:30 pm
in the Garden Studio
No experience needed!
Artists 14+
Punch Needle Floral Rug Making with Caitlin Barrie
Inspired by Homer Watson’s watercolour drawing “Blue Lobelia”, participants will create a small floral area rug. This is a beginner friendly course, no experience is necessary, participants will be shown all the tools and techniques to complete their projects. All materials will be provided, with a $45 material fee payable to the instructor.
4-week class, 2.5 hrs per class
Aug 13, 20, 27, & Sep 3, 2026
Thursdays | 6:00 – 8:30 pm
in the Elm Studio
No experience needed!
Botanical Harvest & Paper Making with Stephanie Florence
Attendees will use recycled paper scraps to make paper while having the option of embedding seeds, dried flowers, and fresh botanicals in the paper. Handmade paper is embedded with the maker’s intention and can be an excellent gift imbued with the plant’snatural medicinal energies and purpose.
ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED BY HWHG.
Check out Stephanie’s work here: https://stephanieflorence.weebly.com/bio.html
2-part workshop, 2 hrs per part
August 14 & 21, 2026
Fridays | 7:00 – 9:00 pm
in the Garden Studio
No experience needed!
Artists 14+
Throwing off the Hump with Roq Salter
In this 2-part workshop, we will cover the basics of throwing pieces off the hump and applications for this skill set. We will explore various forms and throwing techniques as well as centering large amounts of clay, cutting pots off the hump, trimming, altering and finishing.
Participants will be provided with 20 lbs of clay, more available to purchase on site. Pieces that have been thrown, trimmed and signed will be bisque fired. Participants will return after bisque fire to glaze their pieces.
2-part Workshop:
Part 1
Saturday, August 15, 2026
10:30 am – 1:30 pm
*2-week break for bisque fire
Part 2
Saturday, August 29, 2026
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Located in the Coach House
Beginner friendly to intermediate workshop. Artists 14+
Reconstructed Faces: A Collage Exploration with Katarina Al Hariri
This summer program invites participants to explore portraiture and identity through drawing and collage. Participants will begin by drawing and colouring a portrait, focusing on facial structure and expression. The portrait will then be torn into separate facial features and placed into shared boxes. Using randomly selected elements, participants will reconstruct a new portrait through collage. This creative process encourages experimentation, self-expression, and an understanding of composition. Each participant will leave with a completed collage artwork.
2.5 hr workshop
Saturday, August 15, 2026
1:00 – 3:30 pm
in the Garden Studio
Artists 14 + welcome
Arts of all skill levels welcome
Registration closes 7 days prior to workshop date. For last-minute registrations please call the gallery.
Creative Journaling & Personal Reflection with Elfie Kalfakis
Creative Journaling is a mixed media art program that uses intuitive art-making as a tool for personal reflection, meditation, and self-inquiry. This course invites participants to explore art as a form of journaling. It moves beyond words to include image, texture, mark-making, and collage as expressive and reflective practices. We will begin with a gentle guided meditation to support grounding and focus, followed by the introduction of a mixed media technique or creative prompt. Participants are then given time for independent journaling, working intuitively and at their own pace in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
Participants will experiment with a range of mixed media approaches while developing a personal creative journaling practice that can be continued beyond the program. No previous art experience is required; the emphasis is on process rather than finished artworks.
ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED BY HWHG.
Participants are welcome to bring their favourite journaling & creating materials.
2 hr. Workshop
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
7:00 – 9:00 pm
in the Elm Studio
Artist 14+ welcome | No art experience needed
Registration closes 7 days prior to the first class. For last-minute registrations please call the gallery.
Introduction to Punch Needle Rug Hooking with Caitlin Barrie
Discover the art of punch needle rug hooking Participants will learn the basics of rug hooking and how to use all of the materials and tools to create a small round rug using their original designs.
ALL MATERIALS PROVIDED.
Check out Caitlin’s work here: @caitbarrie
3 hr Workshop
Saturday, August 22, 2026
12:30 – 3:30 pm
in the Elm Studio
No experience needed!
Summer Florals in Watercolour with Jacquie Herron
Spend a sunny afternoon learning how to beautiful summer florals in watercolour! Students will learn how to paint a variety of summer florals with local artist Jacquie Herron.
3 hr workshop
Sunday, August 23, 2026
2:00 – 5:00 pm
in the Garden Studio
Intermediate level, experience beginners also welcome. Artists age 14+