Holbein Watercolor & Gouache Workshop on April 28th

by Grace Lucarelli | Apr 10, 2025 | Past Events

WATERCOLOR & Gouache

**1 Day Workshop

Holbein Watercolor & Gouache

Workshop with Legion Paper

and General Pencil

This two hour workshop will give attendees an opportunity to learn about and try all of Holbein’s various watercolor products, LegionPaper’s Stonehenge surfaces, and General Pencil products.

We will explore Holbein Artist’s Watercolor, watercolor mediums, Gouache, and Acrylic Gouache. Legion’s 100% cotton Stonehenge Aqua paper in varying weights, surface finishes and colors and Yupo 100% polypropylene paper, and attendees will explore the various products offered by General Pencil.

Please come and try all the products and let our brand ambassador guide you to a better understanding of the materials and their use in watercolor painting.

ALL MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED for you to try. You do not need to bring anything, and after you get to bring the supplies home

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Brand Ambassador Jim Minet
Date: Monday, April 28, 2025
Time: 6:15-8:15pm
Level: All
Fee: $5 members / $10 non-members

Mental Health Awareness Month: SoulCollage on May 10th

by Grace Lucarelli | Apr 9, 2025 | Past Events

Mixed Media

**1 Day Workshop

SoulCollage®

with Lisa O’Connor

Unleash Your Creativity & Embark on a Journey of Self-Discovery!

SoulCollage® combines imagination and art to explore your inner world through intuitive collage making. Using images, scissors, and glue, you’ll create unique cards that reflect different aspects of yourself—your emotions, experiences and personal wisdom. Through this playful and introspective practice, you’ll gain insight, clarity and a deeper connection to your authentic self.

Join us and see how the process unfolds with beautiful simplicity while opening doors to profound and unexpected insight about yourself. No artistic background needed—just bring your curiosity and openness. All supplies are included in price.

Adults and Students Age 16+

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Instructor: Lisa O’Connor
Date: Saturday, May 10
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Level: No experience necessary ages 16+
Fee: $65 Members/ $75 Non Members

Mental Health Awareness Month: Make Art with Live Music Group the “Serenade Duo” on May 9th

by Grace Lucarelli | Apr 9, 2025 | Past Events

Art and Music

Inspiration in Sound: Make Art with the “Serenade Duo”

Conversation led by Serenade Duo
Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
Level: All
Fee: $15 members / $25 non-members

Let music spark your creativity in this unique interactive experience with the award-winning Serenade Duo—flutist Michelle LaPorte and guitarist Gerry Saulter. You’re invited to draw, paint, write, or create however you’re inspired in the moment as they perform beautiful and expressive music from around the world,

Bring your favorite creative tools—sketchbooks, journals, watercolors, or even just your imagination—and enjoy the freedom to make art while listening to the live sounds of flute and guitar. Whether you’re sketching the performers, capturing the mood of the music, or simply reflecting in your journal, this event is all about connecting sound and self-expression.

Open to all ages and artistic abilities, this relaxed, judgment-free space celebrates the joy of creating and the emotional power of music. The Serenade Duo will also share insights and stories behind the pieces, adding depth to your experience as you listen and make.

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Just Salad Donation Day on May 9th

by Grace Lucarelli | Apr 9, 2025 | Past Events

Just Salad Fundraiser

Donation Day

Date: FRIDAY MAY 9TH
Time: ALL DAY
Where: Just Salad at Soundview Marketplace

Enjoy a delicious lunch or healthy dinner at Just Salad at Soundview Marketplace in Port Washington and earn money for our The Art Guild! Just Salad will generously donate 30% of the proceeds to us. Just make sure to mention “The Art Guild” at checkout! The fundraiser runs all day on Friday, May 9th all day.

Annual Membership Meeting 2025

by Grace Lucarelli | Apr 8, 2025 | Past Events

Annual Membership Meeting

Date: Wednesday, April 9th

Time: 7pm

Location: The Port Washington Public Library

Please join us at our Annual Membership Meeting! Learn what we are planning for the future and join us for a whirlwind presentation by Debbie Wells, “Artful Fun Facts”. This is an important meeting, as the issues to be discussed will affect the direction in which we move over the course of the next year. We kindly ask all of our members to please attend. If you cannot attend the meeting, please complete the attached Proxy below prior to the meeting so your vote is counted. (Note that the Proxy is not applicable to our student members; however, they are welcome to attend the meeting).

*You do not need to be a member to attend Debbie Well’s presentation. It is open to all. Voting is restricted to members.

The agenda for this meeting will include:

Presentation of Financial Report
Election of Proposed Directors
Summary of the past year’s events
Discussion of future events
Presentation by Debbie Wells

Members – unable to attend the Annual Member Meeting? Make sure your vote is included by completing the Proxy below prior to the meeting!

Membership expired? Renew today!

Proxy for Annual Meeting

The Art Insider’s Guide to NYC and Beyond with Debbie Wells

Artful Fun Facts

Presentation with Debbie Wells

Date: Wednesday, April 9th

Time: 7pm

Location: The Port Washington Public Library

*You do not need to be a member to attend Debbie Well’s presentation. It is open to all.