Back-to-School Open House Thursday August 20th, 5:00pm-7:00pm Tuesday August 25th, 5:00pm-7:00pm Friday August 28th, 9:00am-11:00am HAPPENING AT BOTH STUDIOS Come see the studio before classes begin! New to Orange Easel? Returning for another school year? We’d love to welcome you into the studio before fall classes begin. Our August Open Houses are very informal, come-and-go events. Learn more here
October
Halloween Storytime Art Class: Room on the Broom FridayOctober 30, 20269:30am-11:00am LIBERTY STUDIO Grab your broom and join us for a magical morning inspired by Room on the Broom! After enjoying this beloved story together, young artists will design their very own imaginative flying broom using a variety of colorful art materials. We'll also explore hands-on creativity stations featuring potion making, pumpkin playdough, pumpkin collages, Halloween tree decorating, and face painting. It's a whimsical mix of storytelling, art, and imaginative play that's perfect for little creators. For ages 2-6 years. Registration opens September 15th.
Halloween Storytime Art Class: Stumpkin FridayOctober 30, 20269:30am-11:00am PLATTE WOODS STUDIO Join us for a cozy fall morning inspired by the heartwarming story Stumpkin! We'll read the story together before creating our own colorful mixed-media artwork inspired by pumpkins, fall, and imagination. Along the way, artists will explore our open-ended creativity stations, including playdough pumpkin patches, magical potion making, pumpkin collages, Halloween tree decorating, and even a little face painting. A perfect blend of storytelling, art, and creative play for little artists. For ages 2-6 years. Registration opens September 15th.
Blacklight Halloween Art Class: Night Creatures FridayOctober 30, 20266:30pm-8:30pm HAPPENING AT BOTH STUDIOS When the lights go out, the Night Creatures come alive! In this glow-in-the-dark art adventure, artists will dream up their own mysterious creature and transform a wearable oversized mask into a one-of-a-kind character using fluorescent paints, collage materials, and imaginative sculptural details. Throughout class, we'll pause to turn on the blacklights and watch our creatures magically come to life before ending with a glowing gallery parade. Perfect for creative kids who love monsters, magic, and making art that's anything but ordinary. For grades K-12th grade. Registration opens September 15th.
November
Gratitude Through Creativity - Open Studio for Multimedia & Drawing students Monday November 23rd & Tuesday November 24th, 5:00pm-8:00pm HAPPENING AT BOTH STUDIOS Our November-enrolled Multimedia and Drawing artists are invited to attend one of these special Open Studio sessions as their fourth class of the month. During Thanksgiving week, we'll consolidate classes into a flexible, mixed-age creative experience celebrating the power of art to brighten someone's day.
Artists will choose from a variety of open-ended creative invitations while making art inspired by kindness, generosity, and community. Throughout the evening, we'll also have opportunities to contribute artwork and creative projects that may be shared beyond our studio, reminding us that even small acts of creativity can make a big difference.
Come create, explore, and celebrate the many ways artists can make the world a little brighter. This is a free event for enrolled students only. Sign-ups available beginning November 1st.
December - Holiday Classes
Holiday Workshop: Cozy Creatures SaturdayDecember 12th, 202610:00am-11:30am LIBERTY STUDIO Bundle up for a cozy winter art adventure! In this mixed-media workshop, artists will create an expressive woodland creature using the bold lines of sumi ink and the soft textures of charcoal. Then they'll weave a colorful yarn blanket to keep their creature warm, combining drawing, fiber art, and collage into one unique artwork. Each finished piece will be professionally matted, making it ready to display all winter long. For artists, k-12th grade. Registration opens October 27th.
Holiday Workshop: Charm Studio SaturdayDecember 12th, 202610:00am-11:30am PLATTE WOODS STUDIO Create a handmade gift with a personal touch! In this festive workshop, artists will design a custom keychain or bag charm using colorful polymer clay creations, shrinky dink charms, beads, tassels, and paracord. After assembling their one-of-a-kind accessory, artists can decorate a gift bag and handmade gift tag to make it ready for giving. A fun workshop for creative kids who love making meaningful gifts for family and friends. For artists, k-12th grade. Registration opens October 27th.
Holiday Workshop: Handmade Ornaments SaturdayDecember 19th, 202610:00am-11:30am LIBERTY STUDIO Fill your tree with handmade memories! In this child-led, station-based workshop, artists will explore a variety of ornament-making techniques and create a collection of 6–8 one-of-a-kind ornaments to take home. With a wide selection of materials, colors, and creative prompts to choose from, every artist's collection will be uniquely their own. From painting and collage to fiber art and mixed media, this festive studio experience celebrates creativity, choice, and the joy of making decorations you'll enjoy for years to come. For artists, k-12th grade. Registration opens October 27th.
Holiday Workshop: Gingerbread Houses SaturdayDecember 19th, 202610:00am-11:30am PLATTE WOODS STUDIO Celebrate the season by creating a gingerbread house that will last for years to come! In this festive workshop, artists will transform a wooden gingerbread house into a sweet holiday masterpiece using faux icing, colorful "sprinkles," candies, and other whimsical embellishments. With plenty of opportunities to personalize their design, every house will be as unique as the artist who created it. Best of all, this charming holiday decoration can be displayed year after year—no baking required! For artists, k-12th grade. Registration opens October 27th.
Art + PJs + Hot Cocoa - Open Studio for Multimedia & Drawing students Monday December 21st and TuesdayDecember 22nd, 5:00pm-8:00pm HAPPENING AT BOTH STUDIOS Our December-enrolled Multimedia and Drawing artists are invited to attend one of these special Open Studio sessions as their fourth class of the month. To celebrate the season, we'll consolidate classes into a cozy, mixed-age creative experience filled with festive art-making, warm hot cocoa, and pajamas encouraged!
Artists will explore a variety of child-led art stations, creating winter- and holiday-inspired projects at their own pace while enjoying a relaxed evening in the studio. It's a fun way to slow down, get creative, and celebrate the season together before winter break.
Come comfy, sip some cocoa, and enjoy a cozy night of creativity with your Orange Easel friends! This is a free event for enrolled students only. Sign-ups available beginning December 1st.
December - Winter Break Art Camps
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Kinusaiga Tuesday December 29th, 20269:30am-12:00pm LIBERTY STUDIO Discover the beautiful Japanese art of Kinusaiga—often called "painting with fabric." In this unique workshop, artists will use colorful fabrics tucked into a pre-drawn design to create a textured, quilt-like masterpiece without sewing a single stitch. With a wide variety of fabrics to choose from, every finished artwork will be completely unique and ready to display. For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Slime Palette TuesdayDecember 29th, 202612:30pm-3:00pm LIBERTY STUDIO Mix up the ultimate artist-inspired slime! In this colorful workshop, artists will create a paint palette full of vibrant slimes, customizing each "paint color" with fun mix-ins, glitter, beads, charms, scents, and textures. Equal parts art and sensory fun, this camp is perfect for kids who love to experiment, create, and play. For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Animated Drawings TuesdayDecember 29th, 20269:30am-12:00pm PLATTE WOODS STUDIO Bring your drawings to life! In this creative workshop, artists will design illustrated backgrounds and hand-drawn characters before learning how to animate their artwork using simple stop-motion techniques. By the end of camp, each artist will have created their own short animated video to share with family and friends. For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Mandala Design Nightlights TuesdayDecember 29th, 202612:30pm-3:00pm PLATTE WOODS STUDIO Create a piece of art that glows! Artists will design colorful mandala-inspired patterns using permanent markers on an acrylic nightlight panel, exploring symmetry, repetition, and color along the way. Once illuminated, their finished design transforms into a beautiful glowing work of art that's perfect for a bedroom, desk, or cozy reading nook. For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Mini Clay Donuts WednesdayDecember 30th, 20269:30am-12:00pm LIBERTY STUDIO Sweeten your day with tiny treats! In this playful sculpture workshop, artists will use polymer clay to create an assortment of miniature donuts complete with colorful icing, sprinkles, and fun toppings. Whether realistic or wonderfully imaginative, every delicious-looking collection will be baked and ready to enjoy as a keepsake—just don't take a bite! For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Pixel Art Wall Hangings WednesdayDecember 30th, 202612:30pm-3:00pm LIBERTY STUDIO Turn tiny squares into big creativity! In this colorful workshop, artists will design and build a pixel-inspired wall hanging using individually painted wooden tiles. From favorite characters and animals to original creations, each finished piece combines planning, pattern, and creativity into a bold work of art that's ready to hang at home. For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Kinusaiga WednesdayDecember 30th, 20269:30am-12:00pm PLATTE WOODS STUDIO Discover the beautiful Japanese art of Kinusaiga—often called "painting with fabric." In this unique workshop, artists will use colorful fabrics tucked into a pre-drawn design to create a textured, quilt-like masterpiece without sewing a single stitch. With a wide variety of fabrics to choose from, every finished artwork will be completely unique and ready to display. For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Slime Palette WednesdayDecember 30th, 202612:30pm-3:00pm PLATTE WOODS STUDIO Mix up the ultimate artist-inspired slime! In this colorful workshop, artists will create a paint palette full of vibrant slimes, customizing each "paint color" with fun mix-ins, glitter, beads, charms, scents, and textures. Equal parts art and sensory fun, this camp is perfect for kids who love to experiment, create, and play. For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Tiny Treasures ThursdayDecember 31st, 20269:30am-12:00pm LIBERTY STUDIO Discover the magic of making things small! In this imagination-filled workshop, artists will transform a wooden treasure box into a one-of-a-kind home for their miniature creations. Using polymer clay, fibers, paper, natural materials, beads, fabric, paint, and a wide variety of studio supplies, artists will design and build tiny worlds, keepsakes, creatures, furniture, foods, collections, and other miniature surprises inspired by their own ideas. Every treasure box will be completely unique—a special place to store tiny creations and big imaginations. For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Sticker Studio ThursdayDecember 31st, 202612:30pm-3:00pm LIBERTY STUDIO Design, draw, and build your very own sticker collection! In this creative workshop, artists will dream up a unique set of original stickers inspired by their own interests and imagination, then bring their designs to life on sticker paper using a variety of drawing materials. Along the way, they'll create a handmade portfolio using simple bookbinding techniques, complete with pockets and storage for organizing and displaying their growing collection. A perfect workshop for artists who love drawing, collecting, and creating something that's uniquely their own. For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Mini Clay Donuts ThursdayDecember 31st, 20269:30am-12:00pm PLATTE WOODS STUDIO Sweeten your day with tiny treats! In this playful sculpture workshop, artists will use polymer clay to create an assortment of miniature donuts complete with colorful icing, sprinkles, and fun toppings. Whether realistic or wonderfully imaginative, every delicious-looking collection will be baked and ready to enjoy as a keepsake—just don't take a bite! For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.
Winter Break Mini Art Camp: Pixel Art Wall Hangings ThursdayDecember 31st, 202612:30pm-3:00pm PLATTE WOODS STUDIO Turn tiny squares into big creativity! In this colorful workshop, artists will design and build a pixel-inspired wall hanging using individually painted wooden tiles. From favorite characters and animals to original creations, each finished piece combines planning, pattern, and creativity into a bold work of art that's ready to hang at home. For artists, K-and-up. Registration opens November 3rd.