Feeling bored in the studio? Join us as we go back to the basics. Come take advantage of this unique opportunity to practice the complex interactions of light and shadow on the human figure. Live Models will be provided every two weeks on Thursday nights from 7-10 PM. The model will start off with several short poses to allow artists to warm up and then will hold longer poses for us to 20 minutes each. We provide chairs, tables, and the model. All other supplies are provided by the artist. There …

We are a diverse group of artists and models with a common goal. to gather in a stress free venue and enjoy our mutual interest. We sketch, paint, we use our choice of media. We welcome all levels, from novice to expert, to a judgement free enviroment. If you feel this group is what you have been seeking, contact us today!

Join in the circle of wonderful, creative, and friendly scrappers that love to have fun, make new friends that share the same interests.

Come and draw the models, drink and mingle with other artists! Each workshop will be themed.  You don't have to be a professional artist to join, just someone that wants to try figure drawing and likes to mingle with other artists.   Some of the events will feature different people's art.

You are invited to dance in community- traditional Balkan, Greek, Romanian, Armenian, and Near Eastern sacred circle dances. Throughout all ages and cultures, traditional circle dances were used to honor the divine, to heal, to affirm connection to the earth and each other, to build community and celebrate rites of passages and life transitions. The danced patterns illuminate the web of these connections. It is where personal and universal healing can occur. We will use the traditional dances as …

Writers with no experience, enjoy a safe learning environment Writers who are stuck, enjoy the support of like-minded women Writers who are experienced, remember the thrill of the initial spark

When I was looking for members to join an established writing group of which I am part, I found there were many people who wanted a group for the beginning or novice writer. I started this group for those who might be intimidated by authors they feel are further along in their writing. I will be facilitating the group by giving writing assignments and exercises to those who would like them. I will also guide the group in their critiques which can be helpful to new writers and new groups in gener …

Join a group of fellow artists for weekday and weekend sketchcrawls around town and painting on location. Events will be in the areas of Stamford/Norwalk/Westport. Whether you are a seasoned pro or an aspiring beginner, we welcome you to join our group!

This Meet-Up Group is meant for anyone living in or near Lower Westchester who has an interest in knowing others who share their passion for craftin' and are looking for creative inspiration, and want to expand their network and their knowledge of crafts, business ideas and opportunities. An ulitmate goal for the group is learning new things, while developing and sharing our own crafts and ultimatly getting our craft and our work noticed!

Want to sculpt balloons into poodles? Okay, but isn't that just a bit boring? How about a giraffe hat six feet tall? Or a mouse that jumps from your hand? A crossbow that shoots a balloon arrow over your house? There's so much you can do, why stop at dogs and swords? Whether you're experienced or have never twisted a balloon in your life, we're the group for you. We'll get together and share sculptures, techniques, and stories.  Come learn, share, pop, and laugh.

Have your creative juices slowed to creative sludge? Get things going or just keep it flowing with a supportive group of storytellers. But we're not just storytellers. We're also writers, poets, illustrators, performers, and all manner of creative types. We'll meet to discuss original work, favorite pieces, and do some creative writing exercises. We'll also look into self publishing and performing stories for the TV-deadened public. All experience and ability levels are welcome.  Through constru …

Looking to add more creativity to your life? Come to a one hour meet-up and bring a journal. We will be working on a series of exercises to bring about more creativity to your life. It does not matter if you cannot draw. Remember, you are unique and "no one sees the world quite like you do!" Learn how to create an artful life.

The thing Artists and Activists have in common is a passion for their work. I hope to mesh these passions in this group. Art, political and social activism have long been happy bedfellows. Think of Picasso’s Guernica Night, Susan Crile’s Abu Graib series, and more locally to Connecticut, the Cycle of Terror and Tragedy, September 11 by Graydon Parrish housed at the New Britain Museum of American Art. As they say, a picture says a thousand words and what better way to convey these kinds of messag …

Mandala is a Sanskrit word for circle/unity/wholeness. Cultures around the world have used mandalas since the beginning of time for meditation and healing. The creative process used in the making of mandalas is inherent in all human beings. In this six week workshop, using the form of the mandala and various art materials, you will learn how to: *access your creative process *create your own unique mandalas *use mandala-making as a meditative process *use the art process for relaxation and self- …

Join our group for a fun social experience while you enhance your artistic ability. Sip on a glass of wine, sit back, relax, and meet new people. We have painting classes, drawing, crafts, and much more. You don’t need any previous experience to join just bring a great attitude, get ready for some laughs and you may just discover your inner Picasso!

This is a group for anyone interested in making friends, socializing, laughing while creating their own masterpiece! No experience or special ability required.   Its about exploring and allowing your creative juices flow! The bonus? you meet great people!

Are you Creative? Do you feel like Connecticut is draining your creativity, fast? You are not alone!!! Join this group and find other creative individuals living in Connecticut who are tired of the 9-5 and looking to make a living off of or share their creativity. Together we can inspire one another!

YoHo Artists is a conclave of artists in and around the industrial section of Yonkers, just outside of downtown Yonkers. The purpose of the group is to host occasional events and bring awareness of events by the artist members. It is our hope to attract other artists, arts professionals, arts enthusiasts, and the curious public to our events and member's events; and perhaps even to join our community. The central location of YoHo is in the Alexander Carpet Mills factory, at 540 Nepperhan Ave and …