Workshops
Gouache Weekend with Lisbeth Firmin
Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford, NY, United StatesOften described as a middle ground between water color and acrylic painting, gouache paints are a water-medium paint that is great for creating vibrant, colorful paintings – and it’s perfect for beginners. During this inspiring weekend workshop participants will work with painter Lisbeth Firmin in an exploration of one of her favorite mediums. At the […]
Handcrafted Broom Workshop with Poliana Danila
Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford, NY, United StatesAncient techniques, timeless beauty and exquisite broom crafting with Poliana Danila We'll be making a 16-inch broom using an ancient technique and an ancient plant: Sorghum. The broom it makes is an extraordinarily effective sweeper, altar piece and a beautiful art object for the wall. You will be able to choose from natural broom corn and the […]
Role Playing Game Adventure Camp
Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford, NY, United StatesSet out for adventure, this Spring Break as you explore fantastical and unknown worlds using imagination, storytelling and improvisation during our Role Playing Camp for young adventurers at Headwaters Arts Center. Led by life-long role-playing gamer Doug Idleman, campers will exercise their imaginations at this week-long camp. Campers will create their own heroes and brave […]
Kids Comic Creation Lab with William Waggoner
Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford, NY, United StatesDoes your child have an interest in drawing? Do they want to tell stories with what they draw? Then have them join former comic-strip artist William Waggoner for a two-hour workshop on storytelling through comics! Your child will learn the basic concepts of creating a story and how to make it come to life with […]
From Sketch to Story: An Introduction to Narrative Art and Comic Drawing
Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford, NY, United StatesUnleash your inner artist and embark on an exciting journey into the world of comics with our two-hour introductory workshop! Explore the fundamentals and begin developing the skills and knowledge to bring your stories to life on the page. Led by Pop Art painter and graphic designer William Waggoner, this hands-on session will cover the process of creating comics, from conceptualization to finalization. […]
Encaustics Workshop
Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford, NY, United StatesPainting with Hot Wax: an exploration of encaustics with Regina B. Quinn There is a very special kind of luminosity that painters can achieve by working with encaustic paints. These paints, made from beeswax, damar resin, and pigments, are melted on a hot palette and then painted on panels or other substrates. Join Regina B. […]
Get Wild with Wildflowers: Seeded Handmade Paper Workshop
Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford, NY, United StatesJoin us in welcoming Spring (Hopefully!) or just get ready to celebrate Earth Day during this free creative experience for the whole family at the Headwaters Arts Center! We'll be making handcrafted paper that is embedded with wildflower seeds! Write a love note to the planet, and then bury it in the yard and see […]
(Create a) Story Time with Rod
Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford, NY, United StatesJoin Headwaters Community Engagement Specialist and local Stamford Rock Star Rod Sauquillo for a FREE collaborative creative experience for kids ages 5 - 12 (and their caregivers!)We'll be writing a story together -- will it be about a prince? Princess? Cat? Dog? Princess horse? Dragon? We won't know until you do! We need you to […]
Painting the Streets
Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford, NY, United StatesUrban landscape painter Lisbeth Firmin will be taking students into the streets of Stamford, instructing them in working quickly with big brushes and bold color to capture the light and shadow of Main Street action. This workshop is structured for both beginners and advanced painters who want to expand their painting skills. Firmin will be […]
Build Your Own Bird Feeder!
Headwaters Arts Center 66 Main Street, Stamford, NY, United StatesFREE! Join us for a fun DIY workshop where you'll make your very own bird feeder! This hands-on session is perfect for ages 5 and up and all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just looking for a fun family activity, this workshop is sure to delight. During the workshop, you'll be guided […]