Stay tuned for the lineup. It will be good. November 20th. Doors at 6pm. Show at 7pm.
Discover the vibrancy of fall through expressive acrylic painting. Participants will create their own nature-inspired piece using warm seasonal hues, guided by step-by-step instructions. Bring a friend and paint side by side!
All skill levels. Materials will be provided.
November 8, 2025 1:00PM-2:30PM
About the Instructor:
Michele Stone is an award-winning, internationally recognized artist with over 25 years of exhibition experience. She studied at the Columbus College of Art and Design and holds certifications as a Therapeutic Arts Life Coach and in Healing with Color and Arts. Michele has spent the last 16 years instructing art in diverse settings, including cultural centers, summer camps, private lessons, assisted living facilities, corporate events, birthday parties, online classes, private events, and homeschool groups. Her teaching spans both local and international venues, including collaborations in East Africa, where she taught therapeutic arts to non-profits, orphanages, and rehabilitation centers. In addition to her work in therapeutic arts, Michele has curated numerous art exhibitions, managed gallery spaces, and developed art programs that have significantly boosted participation and engagement. Her commitment to using art as a tool for healing and self-expression has made her a sought-after instructor and speaker in the Tampa Bay area and beyond. Michele’s top strengths, as revealed through the Clifton Strengths assessment, include Connector, Developer, Individualization, Empathy, and Positivity. These qualities empower her to foster meaningful connections, inspire personal growth, and tailor her teaching to the unique needs of each individual. Michele continues to advocate for the power of art to foster inclusion, emotional literacy, and personal transformation.
Watercolor. 9 × 12 inches. In Whispering Birches, Laurie Edwards captures the timeless elegance of birch trees with a delicate interplay of texture and tone. The pale blue backdrop evokes the crisp clarity of a winter sky, while the intricate bark patterns—rendered in warm rusts, soft grays, and bold blacks—invite close observation. Each trunk leans and curves with quiet individuality, standing together in serene harmony. Through minimalism and fine detail, the painting speaks to the beauty found in stillness and the quiet conversations of nature.
Learn what to eat (and not eat) to achieve your ideal body weight & better quality of life.
Every 2nd Saturday 10-11am (Oct-Mar)
Instructor: Deserie Valloreo
Make autumn decorations with cork!
Taught by Deserie Valloreo.
All skill levels. 12 years and older.
All materials provided.
Watercolor. 8 × 8 inches. A sunlit shoreline, chilled rosé, and a pair of glasses hint at a shared moment of connection and calm. In View for Two, Laurie Edwards invites viewers into a scene of seaside romance, where the golden sky and turquoise waves echo the warmth of quiet companionship. Through delicate layering and thoughtful detail, this painting captures the sweetness of pause, presence, and sunset reverie.
Watercolor. 12 × 18 inches. This piece captures the vitality and emotional resonance of a wooded landscape, rendered through energetic color, layered textures, and gestural brushwork.
Bronze and copper mask. 10 × 10 inches.