Eric’s Studio 16 offers workshops and events for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. New workshops and events are added monthly, and dates are posted regularly. All materials are provided with complimentary drinks, and guests are welcome to bring their own supplies. Whether attending solo or with a group, everyone is welcome. Reservations are required for all workshops.
events & workshops
UPCOMING EVENTS
Open Studios
Second Friday Open Studios at Saxonville Mills
Stop by Saxonville Mills for our monthly Open Studios event, held every second Friday. Enjoy a chance to explore the creative spaces of local artists and makers. Meet the people behind the work, ask questions, and see a wide range of pieces from paintings and prints to sculpture, textiles, and more.
Whether you’re browsing for original work, curious about the creative process, or simply looking for an evening surrounded by art, this is a great opportunity to explore and connect. Come be part of the Saxonville community.
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
pastel workshops
Intro to Pastel Techniques
This hands-on session covers the essentials of using soft pastels. You'll get familiar with basic techniques like layering, blending, and working with color. No experience is necessary.
Pastel Portraits & Landscapes
Build on your pastel skills by learning how to capture faces, expressions, and environments. In this workshop, you'll explore the fundamentals of proportion, shading, and color blending while creating your own portrait or landscape from a reference image. Designed for those who have completed Intro to Pastel Techniques or have prior experience with pastels.
Pastel Open Studio
Drop in to our pastel open studio, where you can work on your own pastel creations at your own pace. Whether you're starting a new project or finishing one, you'll have a dedicated space to explore your creativity with guidance available if needed.
Watercolor workshops
Intro to Watercolor Techniques
This hands-on session introduces the basics of watercolor painting. You’ll learn key techniques like wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, creating washes, and controlling water and pigment flow. No prior experience needed
Watercolor Portraits & Landscapes
Take your watercolor skills further by learning how to paint portraits and landscapes. This workshop focuses on techniques like building transparent layers, managing water flow, creating soft and hard edges, while mixing realistic skin tones or natural hues. You’ll work from reference images and get hands on practice with composition, light, and color. Best for those who have taken Intro to Watercolor Techniques or have prior experience with watercolor.
Watercolor Open Studio
Join us in our watercolor open studio, where you can work on your own pieces at your own pace. Whether you're starting something new or adding the final touches, this space is perfect for artists of all levels.
charcoal drawing workshops
Intro to Charcoal Drawing Techniques
In this workshop, you’ll explore the basics of charcoal drawing, learning techniques like shading, blending, and layering to create depth and contrast. We’ll cover different types of charcoal, such as vine, compressed, and pencils, learning how to use them for various effects. No experience is necessary.
Charcoal Portraits & Landscapes
Take your charcoal skills further by focusing on drawing faces, expressions, and environments. In this workshop, you’ll learn essential techniques like proportion, shading, and texture to bring depth and realism to your drawings. Designed for those who’ve completed an Intro to Charcoal Drawing workshop or have some prior experience working with charcoal.
Charcoal Drawing Open Studio
Need time and space to start or finish a charcoal project? This open studio is a relaxed, self-paced environment where you can draw freely, explore ideas, and get feedback if needed. Work on personal projects or continue work from a previous class. This space is perfect for artists of all levels.
