Posted in Paint Party, Pet Portaits, tagged Pet Portraits, The Studio on November 30, 2015| Leave a Comment »
Pet Portraits November 29th
We had a great time painting more great pet portraits at The Studio yesterday. It is so much fun watching people who have never painted bring their pet to life on canvas! Why not join us to paint your pet’s portrait? Check out the calendar here for the next class.
Posted in Art Class, Paint Party, The Studio/Classes, tagged Abstract, The Studio on November 4, 2015| Leave a Comment »
These ladies let their creative juices flow at the Abstract Paint Party last night. Great work everyone!
Posted in Abstract, Art Class, The Studio/Classes, tagged Abstract, abstract art, The Studio on November 3, 2015| Leave a Comment »
Abstract painting comes in so many shapes, sizes, colors, and designs. Most people either love it or hate it.
And often people look at an abstract work and thinks “anyone can do that”. The fact is it is not nearly as easy as it looks.
Tonight there is an abstract class at The Studio that will give some tips on how to create a successful abstract work of art. Come join us.
Posted in Small Town Life, The Studio/Classes, tagged Business After Hours, Chamber of Commerce, The Studio on September 16, 2015| Leave a Comment »
We had a huge turn out for the Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours at The Studio last night. Lots of networking, laughing and of course, creating.
We had two free “Make & Take” projects for people to try. FUN!
Thanks everyone for coming out to celebrate The Studio and thanks Java Media and Janet Michael for co-sponsoring this event with us.
Take a look at The Studio calendar and join us for a class or workshop soon.
Posted in Serendipity, The Studio/Classes, tagged Birthday Party, The Studio on August 1, 2015| 1 Comment »
Cake!
Gelli Printing
Tammy teaching Lotus Lanterns
Working on Lotus Lanterns
Butterfly Mask
Brothers with their Lanterns
Ruth, Sandra, Tammy & Cindy…terrific teachers!
Cutting the Birthday Cake
One year ago today we opened The Studio-A Place for Learning on Main Street in Front Royal. Hard to believe a whole year has passed.
We had a wonderful Birthday Party yesterday evening to celebrate. We made Gelli print bags, Lotus Lanterns, Masks, Decorated Frames and more.
Many, many people have come to classes and learned new arts and crafts this year. We want to thank everyone who has participated in making The Studio a success. Whether you taught a class or workshop or took one, offered ideas and encouragement or helped set up The Studio, we want to say a HUGE thanks. You made it happen.
The Studio is a fun place. People gather to learn but often find that they leave not only with a new skill but have made new and lasting friendships as well. We love that!
So plan to come to the Studio soon. We’d love to see you again (or for the first time)!
Posted in Art Class, tagged Art Class, impressionism, The Studio, The Studio for Learning on January 23, 2015| Leave a Comment »
Kathy with her Llama painting in Wednesday morning class
Leah’s first painting in the Thursday evening class
The adult classes have students producing terrific art every week. Each person works on the subject matter of their choice. I don’t always remember to get a good photo of their finished products but from time to time I do. Kathy and Leah both did really nice paintings in this week’s classes.
Adult Art Classes are Wednesday from 10:30-Noon or 5:30-7 or Thursday from 5:30-7. Come join us!
Posted in Serendipity, Small Town Life, tagged Learning, New Year's Resolutions, The Studio, The Studio-A Place for Learning on January 9, 2015| Leave a Comment »
I just read an article about the top New Year’s Resolutions and how most are broken. 😦
The first is to lose weight or get fit. The second is to quit smoking. But the third is to learn something new. It’s an exciting resolution…there are so many things to learn.
Well, we can help you with this one so that it is not broken! Come to The Studio-A Place for Learning and pick up a new skill or hobby. Learn to paint, sew, crochet, decorate cookies, become better with social media, quilt, make jewelry, and much, much more. You can see the current schedule by going to The Studio’s website here.
Consider learning something new this year. It’s not too late to make that resolution….and KEEP IT!
Posted in Art Class, Dogs, tagged acrylic, Art Class, Dogs, impressionism, Landscape, The Studio, The Studio-A Place for Learning on January 8, 2015| Leave a Comment »
Kid Birch Paintings (with Daisy)
Demo Birch Painting
Miss Daisy Visits
Daisy with Chewie Treat
The kids painted some beautiful “Birch Trees at Night” in their class yesterday. Super work! They look great.
And I had a teaching assistant at all my classes yesterday. Daisy is a one-year-old Westie who is a neighbor’s pup. They had to go out-of-town on an emergency last Sunday night and so Daisy came to stay with us. She is an adorable, sweet little girl…but make no mistake she is ALL terrier…full of life and mischief! We are enjoying her.
Posted in Embroidery, Serendipity, tagged embroidery, gift certificate, The Studio, The Studio for Learning, The Studio-A Place for Learning on December 24, 2014| 2 Comments »
Skating Santa embroidered pillow. I am so glad that I rediscovered embroidery this year thanks to my friend and a wonderful teacher Sandra Charles. When we offered the “Learn to Embroidery” class at The Studio I decided to take it. I hadn’t done embroidery since I was a teenager. And I LOVE it!
If you still have someone on your Christmas list that you need to buy for consider a Gift Certificate to The Studio. One can be emailed to you so that you can have it in time for Christmas gift opening. Just email kwalker@doubledogdesigns.com with your Gift Certificate request. We know there is someone on your list that would love to discover their creative side in 2015!
Posted in Paint Parties, Pet Portaits, tagged Paint Party, Pet Portaits, The Studio, The Studio for Learning, The Studio-A Place for Learning on December 21, 2014| 1 Comment »
“Martin”
“Lilly and Bella”
We had a fun Pet Portrait Paint Party yesterday with wonderful portraits created. I can share a few with you today but others will have to wait until after Christmas as they are going to be wonderful presents for friends and family.
Everyone did fabulous work. Martin was painted twice by this sweet girl and her mom. They did great paintings. And Rebecca and Vivian did beautiful paintings of their sweet kitties.
Good work everyone!
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