Make A Wish: Wand Workshop
Saturday, February 21st, 2026 10:00am-1:00pm |
This workshop is about using the arts to create objects imbued with personal meaning. We will start by exploring how artists from around the globe have created objects to explore one’s inner terrain. You will then create our own magic wand from found and repurposed materials. We will supply all materials, but feel free to bring small objects (rocks, feathers, shells, buttons, etc) for your own wand and to share with others!
Beth Krensky is a Utah-based artist who traverses the borderlands between spirit and matter. She is a Distinguished Professor of Art Teaching at the University of Utah who received her formal art training from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University and MIT’s Center for Advanced Visual Studies.
She is also a scholar of community-based art education. She holds an M.Ed. form the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a Ph.D. from the University of Colorado-Boulder.
The Yale Institute of Sacred Music recently mounted a 20-year retrospective of Krensky’s art and she was selected as one of five performance art finalists for the 16th Arte Laguna Prize. Her work has been exhibited or performed in numerous international biennials and is currently on tour across Australia as part of the International Textile Biennial. bethkrensky.com
Pre-register only by February 19th, 2026.
Glass Mosaics
Saturday, February 28th, 2026 10:00 am-1:00 pm (FULL) & 1:30 pm-4:30 pm |
Learn both the traditional and contemporary mosaic methods. This art medium has been around longer than the Romans! Come learn how to shape glass and form amazing pictures that will last your lifetime and beyond. We will be exploring the andamento style and the newer contemporary positioning of glass.
Jolynn Forman has always been driven by creativity, from building towers out of junk to crafting the best treehouse on the block. For her, art is a way to create something meaningful—something that touches the soul. She specializes in blending abstract and realism to offer fresh perspectives on familiar subjects. Jolynn holds a BFA from Utah State University (1999), a BA from Utah Valley University (2016), and an MA from the University of Florida (2021). As a dedicated high school art teacher, she finds joy in witnessing young artists transform blank pages into something remarkable. She believes art is essential in reducing anxiety, boosting confidence, and fostering unique ways of thinking beyond traditional schooling. No matter whether students pursue careers as doctors or ditch diggers, art matters. jolynnforman.com
Pre-register only by February 26th, 2026.
Encaustics: Over and Under
Saturday, March 28th, 2026 10:00 am-1:00 pm |
Explore the creative possibilities of encaustic painting. Encaustic is an ancient art technique that uses melted, colored beeswax applied to wood or canvas. In this hands-on workshop, you will try different ways to apply wax and learn what materials can go underneath and on top of the wax. You will create a small encaustic artwork through experimentation, creativity, and play.
Led by artist and educator Cindy Clark. Her work explores mark-making, literature, and the inner lives of women. This workshop reflects her love of learning and experimentation with wax. A veteran teacher with 30 years of experience, Clark has received many honors, including Utah Outstanding Art Educator and the UAEA Lifetime Achievement Award. Clark is also an artist on the Utah Division of Arts and Museums roster and teaches encaustic workshops statewide. CindyClarkArt.Weebly.com
Pre-register only by March 26th, 2026.
Indigo Shibori with Jane Roberts DeGroff
Saturday, May 9th, 2026 9:00 am-2:00 pm |
Discover the magic of shibori and indigo dyeing in this five-hour workshop with textile artist Jane DeGroff. Basic stitching, binding, and arashi (pole wrapping) techniques will be demonstrated, and stunning patterns and designs on cloth. Participants will use a pre-reduced indigo vat to dye the cloth. Beginners are welcome. Please wear old clothes and/or an apron. Shibori includes a variety of shaped resist dyeing techniques and originates in ancient Japan.
Jane Roberts DeGroff is a textile artist passionate about creating patterns and images on cloth using shibori techniques and natural dyes. She uses primarily stitch resist techniques, which are inherently slow and meditative. DeGroff believes that fabric plays a significant part in the emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of our lives and enjoys the tactile nature of her practice. She exhibits and teaches throughout the state of Utah. DeGroff is originally from western Wyoming, received a BFA from Brigham Young University, and resides in rural Sanpete Valley.
The workshop will be held at the Springville Museum of Art.
Pre-register only by May 4th, 2026.
Intro to Watercolor Landscapes with Jane Wilson
Saturday, August 15th, 2026 10:00 am-1:00 pm |
Explore the joys of watercolor in this beginner-friendly landscape workshop! No prior painting experience is required; bring your curiosity and love for nature. You’ll learn essential watercolor techniques for both indoor and outdoor settings, along with practical strategies to make painting approachable and enjoyable. By the end of the session, you’ll complete a finished landscape painting and gain the confidence to keep creating. Join us and explore watercolor as an expressive, accessible medium while deepening your appreciation for the natural world.
Jane Wilson grew up in Springville, Utah, and is an accomplished fine artist and graphic designer. Her work spans watercolor, oil, and textile-based mediums, earning her numerous awards at the state, national, and international levels. Jane’s watercolor landscapes explore themes of light, place, and emotional connection. She is passionate about empowering others to build confidence and develop their skills through accessible, hands-on instruction instagram.com/janewilson_art
Pre-register only by August 13th, 2026.
Fearless Abstract Painting
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026 10:00 am-1:00 pm |
Step into fearless creation! Join artist Samantha da Silva for a 3-hour immersion in her bold abstract painting approach; rollers instead of brushes, tables instead of easels, and richly textured layers using plaster, salt, sand, and more. In a supportive, heart-centered space, you’ll quiet the inner critic, ignite intuition, and uncover your authentic voice. Through guided rituals and discussions, Clearing Your Channel, Compassionate Critiques, Knowing When It’s Finished—you’ll release fear and claim your creative power. No experience required—just an open mind and heart.
Samantha da Silva (b. 1978) is a third-generation artist whose large-scale abstract paintings explore themes of migration, resilience, and renewal. Raised in São Paulo, Brazil, and later Canada, her life of movement—from coastal roots to Hawaii’s volcanic landscapes and Utah’s red deserts—shapes her practice. Working in direct dialogue with nature, she floats canvases on the Great Salt Lake, exposes them to the elements, and embeds earth, sand, salt, and pigments into textured layers that evoke cracked desert floors and topographic maps. A full-time artist and educator for nearly two decades, Da Silva has taught internationally and leads transformative workshops. Recipient of the 2026 Utah Individual Artist Advancement Grant, her work appears in Architectural Digest, Bravo TV, HGTV, and galleries worldwide. samanthadasilva.com
Pre-register only by August 19th, 2026.
