A rich experience awaits the everyday artist who seeks a break from the stresses of life. When life so easily entangles our soul and steals the joy right out of our days we need a place to rest. Art classes, taught by national teaching artists, give our students a safe place to express themselves visually. Whether this is your first time, or you’re a seasoned artist who desires to refine your skills, our workshops offer a variety of options to allow your creative spirit to soar.

If there are prerequisites for classes or experience needed, the workshop description will clearly tell you. Otherwise, if you are interested, dive in! You can do it! Our talented instructors are thrilled to teach beginners and experienced “everyday artists” alike!

Mixed Media Experimental Painting-Expressive Portraits

Spend three days (3) with experimenting with Kate Thompson creating Expressive Mixed Media Portraits!

Instructor

Kate Thompson
Kate Thompson is a painter and fiber artist especially gifted at demystifying her unconventional painting techniques. A firm believer in the spiritual nature of creating, she finds the work of sharing with others what she has learned the most fulfilling role of her life. Kate is a gifted teacher who is adept at helping artists move closer to expressing their own authentic voices through their work.

• Expressive Portraits Day 1
  March 6, 2020
  9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Expressive Portraits Day 2
  March 7, 2020
  9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Expressive Portraits Day 3
  March 8, 2020
  9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Introduction to Art Journaling – 2-Day Workshop!

Find out why we LOVE Art Journaling at Ephemera Paducah!

Instructor

Kristin Williams
Kristin Williams is the owner of Ephemera Paducah. She adores mixed media and messing up her manicures with gesso, paint, glitter and other cool stuff.

• Day 1 - Introduction to Art Journaling
  March 13, 2020
  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Day 2 - Introduction to Art Journaling
  March 14, 2020
  10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Paint, Play, Explore with Rae Missigman!

We are beyond thrilled that Rae will be teaching at Ephemera Paducah this year! On your Marks, Get Set, PLAY!

Instructor

Rae Missigman
Rae Missigman, mixed media artist and instructor, is known for her vivid colors, intricate layering, and signature repetitive art marks. As an instructor, Rae strongly encourages all artists to trust themselves to fearlessly do what they love. She champions a bold voice, continuing education, and finding inspiration in the everyday.

• Rae Missigman Day 1
  March 20, 2020
  9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Rae Missigman Day 2
  March 21, 2020
  9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Rae Missigman Day 3
  March 22, 2020
  9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Old Books to Art Books

Old Books to Art Books: Make your own exposed spine journal from a repurposed vintage book!

Instructor

Lesley Patterson-Marx
Lesley Patterson-Marx is a delightful and talented book, mixed media and fiber artist!

• Old Books to Art Books Day 1
  April 17, 2020
  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Old Books to Art Books Day 2
  April 18, 2020
  9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Stitching Weekend – Salvaged and Adorned

Spend two (2) lovely days turning an abandoned vintage quilt square into a treasured piece of fiber art by adding stenciling, embroidery, and embellishments.

Instructor

Kristin Williams
Kristin Williams is the owner of Ephemera Paducah. She adores mixed media and messing up her manicures with gesso, paint, glitter and other cool stuff.

• Salvaged and Adorned Day 1
  April 24, 2020
  10:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Salvaged and Adorned Day 2
  April 25, 2020
  10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fearless Florals with Melanie Morris

Join Melanie Morris in this 2-day workshop that will help you create fresher and more intuitive acrylic paintings! And, you can enjoy the Lower Town Arts & Music Festival each evening – Fun days and nights!

Instructor

Melanie Morris
Melanie Morris leads workshops that help students create fresher and more intuitive paintings. Known for her paint-layering technique and dreamlike works, Melanie’s style is often fast-paced and spontaneous. Attendees frequently come away surprised to find their favorite paintings are the ones they created in the shortest amount of time.  

• Fearless Florals Day 1
  May 15, 2020
  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Fearless Florals Day 2
  May 16, 2020
  10:00 am - 4:00 pm

2-Day Paper-Palooza!

Come make a stack of beautiful papers to use in your collage, art journaling, cardmaking or other paper endeavors!

Instructor

Kristin Williams
Kristin Williams is the owner of Ephemera Paducah. She adores mixed media and messing up her manicures with gesso, paint, glitter and other cool stuff.

• Day 1 - Paper-Palooza
  May 22, 2020
  10:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Day 2 - Paper-Palooza
  May 23, 2020
  10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Random Treasures

In this 2-day workshop, you will make your very own mini-book, full of vintage goodness, eclectic objects, and just maybe, the kitchen sink! Come in a day early for the 400-Mile Yard Sale!

Instructor

Tina Walker
Tina Walker is an artist who believes mixed media is the perfect discipline because it encompasses multiple materials and design techniques. Her project selections and medium choices are always changing and she frequently hosts on-line collaborations and challenges. Those who take her workshops often emerge more emboldened to experiment as well as having a whole new perspective on mixing nature with art (among other things).

• Random Treasures Day 1
  June 6, 2020
  10:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Random Treasures Day 2
  June 7, 2020
  10:00 am - 5:00 pm

July Art Journaling Weekend – 2nd Anniversary!

Wanna hang out and Art Journal all weekend long???

Instructor

Kristin Williams
Kristin Williams is the owner of Ephemera Paducah. She adores mixed media and messing up her manicures with gesso, paint, glitter and other cool stuff.

• Art Journaling Weekend (Starts Friday)
  July 17, 2020
  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Saturday
  July 18, 2020
  10:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Sunday
  July 19, 2020
  9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Studio Sessions with Seth Apter

Demos, coaching, lots of one-on-one interaction, making art in an immersive creative atmosphere; Seth Apter’s Studio Sessions is a completely new approach for Mixed Media enthusiasts.

Instructor

Seth Apter
Seth Apter is a mixed media artist, instructor, author and designer. His artwork has been exhibited in multiple exhibitions and can be found in numerous books, independent zines, and national magazines.

• Studio Sessions Day 1
  July 24, 2020
  10:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Open Studio Day 1
  July 24, 2020
  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
• Studio Sessions Day 2
  July 25, 2020
  10:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Open Studio Day 2
  July 25, 2020
  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
• Studio Sessions Day 3
  July 26, 2020
  10:00 am - 5:00 pm