Mosaic Wednesdays: Mirror Picassiette — The Art of Reviving Old China

Broken pieces become beautiful again in this inspiring mosaic workshop with artist Brigitte Nicol-Messali.

Discover the timeless art of Picassiette — the creative practice of transforming broken china into stunning mosaic art. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and create a beautiful 20” decorative mirror using colorful pieces of recycled china, ceramic fragments, and mosaic techniques.

Perfect for beginners and experienced creatives alike, this immersive class will guide you step-by-step through the entire mosaic process. You’ll learn how to prepare your wooden base, envision and layout your design, safely cut and position china pieces, glue your composition, grout your artwork, and finish your mirror for display.

This workshop is both relaxing and deeply rewarding — a beautiful reminder that even broken things can become works of art.

• No artistic experience required

• All supplies included

• Ages 10+ welcome

• Beginner-friendly and fun for all levels

Class Details:

• Wednesday, June 10

• 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

• $85 per person — REGISTER HERE

• Enrollment: Minimum 2 / Maximum 8 participants

• All materials provided

• Advanced registration required

Tuesdays: 5:30-7:30pm | $15 per session | REGISTER HERE

Join instructor Kevin Anderson for a weekly figure drawing session featuring a live model. Practice observation, anatomy, proportion, gesture, and creative expression in a supportive open studio environment. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike.

Cost: $180/4 sessions. REGISTER HERE

Classes held on: June 9, 16, 23, 30
Discover the magic of watercolor through guided instruction, demonstrations, and creative exploration. Learn essential techniques including color mixing, layering, and composition while creating beautiful artwork in a relaxed, supportive environment. All levels welcome. Bring your own art materials.

Join us this month for a relaxed gathering on the 1st Friday of each month. Meet the artists, get to know us, find some amazing art to collect, sign-up for classes… and enjoy some very special guest artists or musicians! This month, we’ll have a class going on plus another guest artist. Also, we have a very special SPARKLY guest with us…. Finkelpotts Fairy Hair!!!

You can register to have your fairy hair done here: https://FinklepottsFairyHair.as.me/VisionArtsGallery 

Hat Burning & Painting Workshop

Create a one-of-a-kind wearable piece of art in this fun and creative Hat Burning & Painting Workshop at Grand Strand Brewing!

Using specialized wood-burning tools or paint/brushes you’ll design and personalize your own stylish hat with patterns, florals, symbols, boho-inspired details, or meaningful designs that reflect your personality and creativity. Add embellishments like feathers, trims, and decorative accents to make your hat truly unique.

No experience is necessary — just bring your imagination and get ready for an inspiring afternoon of creativity, laughter, and artistic expression. Whether you’re making a statement piece for festivals, beach days, girls’ nights, or everyday style, you’ll leave with a custom creation that’s completely your own.

$65/person - REGISTER HERE

Event Venue: Grand Strand Brewing | 819 N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC

June 3, 2026: 2p-6p

✨ All materials are supplied
✨ Beginner friendly
✨ Creative, social, and fun atmosphere
✨ Wearable art you’ll actually use

Spots are limited, so reserve your seat early for this unforgettable creative experience “where creativity flows.”

Wednesday Workshops: FIRST TRY Mosaic Workshop

with Brigitte Nicol-Messali of The Mosaic Box

Step into the vibrant, tactile, and slightly addictive world of mosaics in this beginner-friendly creative workshop designed for teens and adults alike.

Perfect for first-timers and creative explorers, this hands-on class invites you to design and complete your own unique mosaic artwork using colorful pre-cut tiles, beads, and ceramic embellishments. Choose from three charming 6” wooden bases — a bird, heart, or tray — and transform it into a one-of-a-kind mosaic masterpiece.

Class Details:

• Wednesday, June 3 | 12:00–3:00 PM

• Wednesday, June 17 | 12:00–3:00 PM

• $65 per person: REGISTER HERE

• Maximum Enrollment: 8 participants

• Advanced registration required

Artist Brigitte Nicol-Messali will guide you step-by-step through the entire process, including preparing the wood base, envisioning your design, positioning and gluing tiles, grouting, and cleaning your finished piece. Along the way, you’ll explore color, texture, pattern, and creative expression in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Whether you’re creating a heartfelt gift, a decorative keepsake, or simply enjoying the joy of making art, this workshop offers a fun and fulfilling creative experience for all skill levels.

No experience necessary

• Ages 7+ welcome

• All supplies included

• Beginner-friendly and family-friendly

• Leave with a finished mosaic artwork

Tuesdays: 5:30-7:30pm | $15 per session | REGISTER HERE

Join instructor Kevin Anderson for a weekly figure drawing session featuring a live model. Practice observation, anatomy, proportion, gesture, and creative expression in a supportive open studio environment. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike.

Zendoodle Sneakers: Wearable Art Where Creativity Flows

Turn an ordinary pair of sneakers into a one-of-a-kind work of art.

Price $35 - REGISTER HERE!

In this playful and inspiring workshop, you’ll explore the relaxing art of Zendoodle while transforming canvas sneakers into wearable creative expression. Using flowing lines, whimsical patterns, and mindful mark-making, you’ll design a pair of shoes that are completely unique to you.

Guided step-by-step, you’ll learn how to build layered Zendoodle-inspired patterns using simple drawing techniques that feel meditative, expressive, and fun. From bold geometric accents to organic flowing lines, your sneakers become both a creative outlet and a wearable masterpiece.

No drawing experience is necessary—just a willingness to play, explore, and let your creativity wander.

Perfect for creative souls, fashion lovers, teens, adults, and anyone who wants to turn everyday items into art.

• Beginner-friendly

• Learn foundational Zendoodle techniques

• Create functional wearable art

• Leave with your own custom-designed sneakers

NOTE: sneakers are not provided for the class, participants should bring their own to draw on. Please make sure they are a white or light-colored canvas sneakers.
All additional supplies are included in the price of the class.

Hat Burning Workshop

Create a one-of-a-kind wearable piece of art in this fun and creative Hat Burning Workshop at Vision Arts Gallery

Using specialized wood-burning tools, you’ll design and personalize your own stylish hat with patterns, florals, symbols, boho-inspired details, or meaningful designs that reflect your personality and creativity. Add embellishments like feathers, trims, and decorative accents to make your hat truly unique.

No experience is necessary — just bring your imagination and get ready for an inspiring afternoon of creativity, laughter, and artistic expression. Whether you’re making a statement piece for festivals, beach days, girls’ nights, or everyday style, you’ll leave with a custom creation that’s completely your own.

$65/person - REGISTER HERE

May 30, 2026: 11a-2p

✨ All materials are supplied
✨ Beginner friendly
✨ Creative, social, and fun atmosphere
✨ Wearable art you’ll actually use

Spots are limited, so reserve your seat early for this unforgettable creative experience “where creativity flows.”

Mosaic on Bamboo Plate Workshop

Create a Functional Art Tired of store-bought decor, create a useful plate as table centerpiece or empty pockets and bags. No "artistic talent" required—just a willingness to play with color and texture! Sessions are designed to be relaxing, fun, and totally beginner friendly.

Wednesday May 27 from 11am to 3pm

$75 REGISTER HERE

What’s Included?

• All Materials: A wide variety of glass tiles, bamboo plate, glue, grout

• Expert Instruction: I'll walk you through design, laying, and grouting.

• Take-Home Art: You’ll leave with a finished piece!

Creator Circle: Figure Drawing Open Studio
A Weekly Practice in Seeing, Creating, and Becoming

Rooted in centuries of artistic tradition—from the studios of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo to the expressive brushwork of John Singer Sargent—figure drawing remains one of the most powerful ways to develop as an artist.

Join artist/instructor, Kevin Anderson at Vision Arts as we bring this classical practice into a modern, welcoming space through our Creator Circle: Figure Drawing Open Studio.

Each week, artists gather to draw from a live model, engaging in a practice that sharpens the eye, strengthens the hand, and deepens the connection between observation and expression. This is not about perfection—it’s about presence, process, and progress.

Whether you’re starting fresh, returning to your creative roots, or looking to refine your skills, this open studio offers a supportive environment to explore the human form through gesture, proportion, light, and movement.

What you’ll experience:

• ✏️ Study of anatomy, proportion, and structure through direct observation

• 👁️ Sharpened awareness of subtle shifts in light, shadow, and form

• 🎨 Freedom to explore your personal style—realistic or expressive

• 💫 A deeper, more intuitive connection to your subject and your work

• ⚡ Increased speed, confidence, and creative flow through timed poses

This is your space to slow down, truly see, and let your creativity flow—alongside a community of artists who are all on their own journey of growth and expression.

$15/session: REGISTER HERE

All levels welcome. Come as you are. Create as you feel.

Deep Dive: The Art & Alchemy of Acrylics

An 8-Week Immersive Studio Experience at Vision Arts Gallery

(week 8: 5/23/2026)

Instructor: Jillian Tomkovich, Creative Director at Vision Arts Gallery

Step into a vibrant, inspiring studio environment and explore acrylic painting as both a technical medium and a powerful form of self-expression.

Deep Dive: The Art & Alchemy of Acrylics is an 8-week immersive course designed to build confidence, skill, and creative freedom through color, movement, texture, and intentional play. Guided by professional instruction in a supportive gallery setting, students will learn expressive acrylic techniques while discovering their own unique artistic voice.

This course balances structure with intuition. You’ll explore foundational skills like color theory, composition, and layering while experimenting with flow, texture, gesture, and abstraction. Each painting is developed over two sessions, allowing time to explore, refine, and confidently finish your work.

By the end of the series, students will leave with four finished, original acrylic paintings, each created on professional gallery-wrapped canvas, ready to hang and enjoy at home—along with the confidence and skills to continue painting independently.

Perfect for beginners and intermediate painters who are ready to learn, loosen up, and create with intention.

✨ COURSE DETAILS

• 8-week series

• Meets once per week

• 3–4 hours per session

• Beginner–Intermediate level

• All canvas and paint supplies included

Investment: $575 (REGISTER HERE)
Studio Members: Receive 20% off
1-day workshop pass: $100 (purchase 1-day pass)

📧 Questions or gift certificate inquiries: gallery@visionartsgallery.com

Mosaic Wednesdays - The Basics II

Welcome to the vibrant, tactile, and slightly addictive world of mosaics.

By Brigitte Nicol-Messali - The Mosaic Box

Open to all skill levels, teens ( 7+) and adults. All supplies included.

Hands-on 4-hour workshop where you will design and complete a unique mosaic using pre-cut tiles, beads and ceramics novelties to create a mosaic.

You will choose between 2 different 8’’bases: Fish or Butterfly.

What you will learn:

• Brigitte will guide you step-by-step through the different steps: how to prepare the wood base, envisioning the design, positioning the tiles, gluing the tiles, grouting and cleaning the piece.

What you will experience:

• Create one-of-a-kind of piece of mosaic, using your inspiration and creativity to mix forms and colors. At the end of the workshop, you will have a finished, personalized mosaic artwork, perfect for gifting or displayed at home.

Class length : 4 hours

Enrollment: minimum 2, maximum 10

Fees $65 all supplies included. REGISTER HERE

Dates:

• April 8 and 22 from 1pm to 5pm

• May 20 Friday from 1pm to 5pm

Creator Circle: Figure Drawing Open Studio
A Weekly Practice in Seeing, Creating, and Becoming

Rooted in centuries of artistic tradition—from the studios of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo to the expressive brushwork of John Singer Sargent—figure drawing remains one of the most powerful ways to develop as an artist.

Join artist/instructor, Kevin Anderson at Vision Arts as we bring this classical practice into a modern, welcoming space through our Creator Circle: Figure Drawing Open Studio.

Each week, artists gather to draw from a live model, engaging in a practice that sharpens the eye, strengthens the hand, and deepens the connection between observation and expression. This is not about perfection—it’s about presence, process, and progress.

Whether you’re starting fresh, returning to your creative roots, or looking to refine your skills, this open studio offers a supportive environment to explore the human form through gesture, proportion, light, and movement.

What you’ll experience:

• ✏️ Study of anatomy, proportion, and structure through direct observation

• 👁️ Sharpened awareness of subtle shifts in light, shadow, and form

• 🎨 Freedom to explore your personal style—realistic or expressive

• 💫 A deeper, more intuitive connection to your subject and your work

• ⚡ Increased speed, confidence, and creative flow through timed poses

This is your space to slow down, truly see, and let your creativity flow—alongside a community of artists who are all on their own journey of growth and expression.

$15/session: REGISTER HERE

All levels welcome. Come as you are. Create as you feel.

Fused Glass Workshop: Patriotic Platter

with Lori King of Glass Designs by Lori King

Celebrate creativity and color in this exciting fused glass workshop where you’ll design your own patriotic-inspired slumped glass platter.

In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll create a stunning 6” x 12” fused glass dish using vibrant red, white, and blue glass elements arranged in your own unique design. Guided step-by-step by fused glass artist Lori King, you’ll learn the basics of glass composition, layering, spacing, and design while exploring the beautiful process of kiln-formed glass art.

After the workshop, your piece will be professionally fired and slumped into a functional decorative platter ready for display or entertaining.

No experience is necessary — just bring your creativity and enjoy an inspiring afternoon of working with color, light, and glass.

• Beginner-friendly

• Ages 12+

• All supplies, tools, and materials included

• Finished platter approximately 6” x 12”

• Closed-toed shoes required

Class Details:

• $80 per person. MUST REGISTER THROUGH THIS LINK: https://square.link/u/EpANxxH5

• Instructor: Lori King | Glass Designs by Lori King

• Advance registration required

• No refunds

Deep Dive: The Art & Alchemy of Acrylics

An 8-Week Immersive Studio Experience at Vision Arts Gallery

(week 7: 5/16/2026)

Instructor: Jillian Tomkovich, Creative Director at Vision Arts Gallery

Step into a vibrant, inspiring studio environment and explore acrylic painting as both a technical medium and a powerful form of self-expression.

Deep Dive: The Art & Alchemy of Acrylics is an 8-week immersive course designed to build confidence, skill, and creative freedom through color, movement, texture, and intentional play. Guided by professional instruction in a supportive gallery setting, students will learn expressive acrylic techniques while discovering their own unique artistic voice.

This course balances structure with intuition. You’ll explore foundational skills like color theory, composition, and layering while experimenting with flow, texture, gesture, and abstraction. Each painting is developed over two sessions, allowing time to explore, refine, and confidently finish your work.

By the end of the series, students will leave with four finished, original acrylic paintings, each created on professional gallery-wrapped canvas, ready to hang and enjoy at home—along with the confidence and skills to continue painting independently.

Perfect for beginners and intermediate painters who are ready to learn, loosen up, and create with intention.

✨ COURSE DETAILS

• 8-week series

• Meets once per week

• 3–4 hours per session

• Beginner–Intermediate level

• All canvas and paint supplies included

Investment: $575 (REGISTER HERE)
Studio Members: Receive 20% off
1-day workshop pass: $100 (purchase 1-day pass)

📧 Questions or gift certificate inquiries: gallery@visionartsgallery.com

Mosaic Wednesdays - The Basics

Welcome to the vibrant, tactile, and slightly addictive world of mosaics.

By Brigitte Nicol-Messali - The Mosaic Box

Open to all skill levels, teens ( 7+) and adults. All supplies included.

Hands-on 3 hours workshop where you will design and complete a unique mosaic using pre-cut tiles, beads and ceramics novelties to create a mosaic.

You will choose between 3 different 6’’bases: bird, heart and tray.

What you will learn:

• Brigitte will guide you step-by-step through the different steps: how to prepare the wood base, envisioning the design, positioning the tiles, gluing the tiles, grouting and cleaning the piece.

What you will experience:

• Create one-of-a-kind of piece of mosaic, using your inspiration and creativity to mix forms and colors. At the end of the workshop, you will have a finished, personalized mosaic artwork, perfect for gifting or displayed at home.

Class length : 3 hours

Enrollment: minimum 2, maximum 10

Fees $55 all supplies included. REGISTER HERE

Dates:

• March 4, 11 and 18 from 12pm to 3pm

• April 15 and 29 from 1pm to 4pm

• May 15 Friday from 5pm to 8pm

6-Week Pen & Ink Play Lab with Marlene Davis
Begins April 9 | Thursdays, 11:30 AM–1:00 PM (WEEK 6)

If you love bold lines, beautiful details, and the idea of drawing without an eraser—this class is for you.

In this 6-week Pen & Ink drawing class, artist and instructor Marlene Davis invites you to loosen up, trust your hand, and discover the expressive power of ink. Using pens, fine liners, and simple techniques, you’ll learn how lines, patterns, texture, and shading can bring drawings to life.

This class is perfect for beginners and returning artists alike. You’ll explore contour drawing, cross-hatching, mark-making, and playful experimentation—learning how “mistakes” often become the most interesting part of the artwork. Over 6 weeks, you’ll create a collection of finished drawings while developing confidence, style, and a stronger drawing foundation.

Pen & ink is immediate, meditative, and incredibly freeing. Come draw, laugh, experiment, and enjoy the beauty of black and white creativity in a supportive studio environment.

Cost: $45 per session. REGISTER HERE

✨ All levels welcome
✨ 6-session series beginning April 9
✨ Supportive, inspiring studio experience

Bring your own art materials.

Classes held on:

Apr. 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14

Creator Circle: Figure Drawing Open Studio
A Weekly Practice in Seeing, Creating, and Becoming

Rooted in centuries of artistic tradition—from the studios of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo to the expressive brushwork of John Singer Sargent—figure drawing remains one of the most powerful ways to develop as an artist.

Join artist/instructor, Kevin Anderson at Vision Arts as we bring this classical practice into a modern, welcoming space through our Creator Circle: Figure Drawing Open Studio.

Each week, artists gather to draw from a live model, engaging in a practice that sharpens the eye, strengthens the hand, and deepens the connection between observation and expression. This is not about perfection—it’s about presence, process, and progress.

Whether you’re starting fresh, returning to your creative roots, or looking to refine your skills, this open studio offers a supportive environment to explore the human form through gesture, proportion, light, and movement.

What you’ll experience:

• ✏️ Study of anatomy, proportion, and structure through direct observation

• 👁️ Sharpened awareness of subtle shifts in light, shadow, and form

• 🎨 Freedom to explore your personal style—realistic or expressive

• 💫 A deeper, more intuitive connection to your subject and your work

• ⚡ Increased speed, confidence, and creative flow through timed poses

This is your space to slow down, truly see, and let your creativity flow—alongside a community of artists who are all on their own journey of growth and expression.

$15/session: REGISTER HERE

All levels welcome. Come as you are. Create as you feel.

Deep Dive: The Art & Alchemy of Acrylics

An 8-Week Immersive Studio Experience at Vision Arts Gallery

(week 6: 5/9/2026)

Instructor: Jillian Tomkovich, Creative Director at Vision Arts Gallery

Step into a vibrant, inspiring studio environment and explore acrylic painting as both a technical medium and a powerful form of self-expression.

Deep Dive: The Art & Alchemy of Acrylics is an 8-week immersive course designed to build confidence, skill, and creative freedom through color, movement, texture, and intentional play. Guided by professional instruction in a supportive gallery setting, students will learn expressive acrylic techniques while discovering their own unique artistic voice.

This course balances structure with intuition. You’ll explore foundational skills like color theory, composition, and layering while experimenting with flow, texture, gesture, and abstraction. Each painting is developed over two sessions, allowing time to explore, refine, and confidently finish your work.

By the end of the series, students will leave with four finished, original acrylic paintings, each created on professional gallery-wrapped canvas, ready to hang and enjoy at home—along with the confidence and skills to continue painting independently.

Perfect for beginners and intermediate painters who are ready to learn, loosen up, and create with intention.

✨ COURSE DETAILS

• 8-week series

• Meets once per week

• 3–4 hours per session

• Beginner–Intermediate level

• All canvas and paint supplies included

Investment: $575 (REGISTER HERE)
Studio Members: Receive 20% off
1-day workshop pass: $100 (purchase 1-day pass)

📧 Questions or gift certificate inquiries: gallery@visionartsgallery.com

Soft Light & Living Color: A Pastel Journey with Nick Santaniello

A 4-Part Pastel Workshop Series | All Levels Welcome

Saturday Morning Series (week 4)

📅 Dates: April 18, 25; May 2, 9
🕓 Time: 11am-1pm
💲 Price: $260, 4-weeks REGISTER HERE
🎨 Supplies (list will be sent out after registration)

Step into the luminous, expressive world of pastels and discover the art of seeing like an impressionist.

In this immersive 4-week workshop, artist Nick Santaniello guides you through a thoughtful, step-by-step journey inspired by the timeless beauty of artists like Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Edgar Degas. With a focus on light, atmosphere, and emotion, you’ll learn how to translate what you see—and feel—into vibrant pastel artwork.

This class is about more than technique. It’s about finding your rhythm, building confidence, and experiencing the quiet magic that happens when you’re fully immersed in the creative process.

Whether you're brand new or returning to your artistic practice, you’ll be supported every step of the way.

Perfect For

✨ Beginners curious about pastels
✨ Artists looking to loosen up and explore impressionistic style
✨ Anyone craving a creative reset or mindful escape

What You’ll Experience

Over four sessions, you’ll move from idea to finished piece while developing your own artistic “roadmap”.

Week 1 – Foundations & Vision
Explore pastel materials, learn how to plan your artwork, and create quick value sketches to strengthen your drawing and composition.

Week 2 – Building the Structure
Develop your underdrawing and refine composition, setting a strong foundation for your piece.

Week 3 – Color Comes to Life
Dive into color theory and begin layering pastels to create depth, texture, and atmosphere.

Week 4 – Bringing It All Together
Refine and complete your artwork, with guidance and feedback in a supportive, encouraging environment.

Weather permitting, one session may include a plein air experience—taking your work outdoors to capture the natural light and color of the world around you.

The Heart of This Class

• This is a space where creativity becomes a refuge.

• Where time slows down.

• Where the process matters more than perfection.

• You may leave with a finished piece—but more importantly, you’ll leave with a deeper connection to your creative voice.

✨ Sip Happens… Add Glitter 💖

A Pink Glam Night Out

Where color moves, creativity flows, and every glass tells a story

Step into a night where pink isn’t just a color… it’s a whole mood 💖✨

Join us for Sip Happens… Add Glitter, a glamorous ladies night out filled with sparkle, sips, and a touch of indulgence. Whether you’re celebrating friendship, treating yourself, or just ready for a night that shines a little brighter, this experience was made for you.

🥂 Champagne Cocktail Bar
Sip on bubbly creations as you mix, mingle, and toast to a fabulous night.

✨ Glitter & Epoxy Champagne Glass Design
Create your own dazzling glass to take home… because your sparkle deserves a signature piece.

💄 Mini Facials & Makeup Touches by Mary Kay
Relax, refresh, and glow with a little pink-powered pampering.

💎 Custom Jewelry Charm Bar
Design a beautiful charm piece for your glass… or a little keepsake just for you.

This is your invitation to unwind, laugh, create, and shine in a space where beauty meets art and every detail is dipped in a little pink magic.

✨ All supplies are provided. Just bring yourself, your curiosity, and your love of color.

$50/person SPACE LIMITED (15 spots ONLY)

MUST REGISTER THROUGH THIS lmarvin4888@gmail.com

LIMITED online registration link: https://visionartsgallery.as.me/Sip-Happens-Add-Glitter

6-Week Pen & Ink Play Lab with Marlene Davis
Begins April 9 | Thursdays, 11:30 AM–1:00 PM (WEEK 5)

If you love bold lines, beautiful details, and the idea of drawing without an eraser—this class is for you.

In this 6-week Pen & Ink drawing class, artist and instructor Marlene Davis invites you to loosen up, trust your hand, and discover the expressive power of ink. Using pens, fine liners, and simple techniques, you’ll learn how lines, patterns, texture, and shading can bring drawings to life.

This class is perfect for beginners and returning artists alike. You’ll explore contour drawing, cross-hatching, mark-making, and playful experimentation—learning how “mistakes” often become the most interesting part of the artwork. Over 6 weeks, you’ll create a collection of finished drawings while developing confidence, style, and a stronger drawing foundation.

Pen & ink is immediate, meditative, and incredibly freeing. Come draw, laugh, experiment, and enjoy the beauty of black and white creativity in a supportive studio environment.

Cost: $45 per session. REGISTER HERE

✨ All levels welcome
✨6-session series beginning April 9
✨ Supportive, inspiring studio experience

Bring your own art materials.

Classes held on:

Apr. 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, May 14

Discover the art of urban sketching in this immersive 6-week Saturday series led by teaching artist Ann Alexander at Vision Arts Gallery in Myrtle Beach.

This beginner-friendly yet skill-building class introduces students to expressive line work, basic perspective, and watercolor techniques while capturing everyday scenes. Students will progress from photo-based sketches to confident on-location drawing, developing a loose, personal sketching style that blends observation with creative expression.

Each week builds upon the last—starting with foundational line and shape, adding watercolor washes, and moving into speed sketching and real-world environments. Indoor studio sessions transition into outdoor and on-location sketching, helping students gain confidence, flexibility, and creative flow.

By the end of the course, students will have a collection of sketches, a deeper understanding of line-and-wash techniques, and the confidence to sketch anywhere—from cafés and city streets to travel adventures and daily life.

All experience levels are welcome. Come ready to explore, observe, and sketch with joy.

• Thursdays: 11am-2pm

• Dates: April 2-May 7, 2026

• $260 for all 6 sessions

• instructor: Ann Alexander

REGISTER HERE

Teapot Mosaic Workshop w/ Lisa Falzone

Create a charming blue-and-white mosaic teapot in this hands-on workshop led by mosaic artist Lisa Falzone. Inspired by classic porcelain patterns and timeless tea-party elegance, this piece blends rich cobalt glass, patterned china fragments, and shimmering gold accents for a design that feels both vintage and fresh.

In this 3-hour class, you’ll learn foundational mosaic techniques while bringing your teapot to life. Lisa will guide you step-by-step through layout, selecting and arranging tesserae, adhesive application, and finishing touches. You’ll work with a curated mix of glass and ceramic pieces to create a beautifully balanced composition full of texture and personality.

This workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced creatives alike. It’s relaxed, supportive, and focused on enjoying the process as much as the finished piece.

You’ll leave with a completed teapot mosaic ready to display — a unique work of art that celebrates creativity, pattern, and a touch of tea-time whimsy.

May 6, 2026 | 6–9 PM
$100 (All supplies included)
REGISTER HERE

Perfect for:
• Beginners & experienced artists
• Blue-and-white design lovers
• A creative night out with friends
• Anyone who enjoys functional-inspired decorative art

✨ All materials provided
✨ Step-by-step instruction
✨ Small class size for personalized guidance

Soft Light & Living Color: A Pastel Journey with Nick Santaniello

A 4-Part Pastel Workshop Series | All Levels Welcome

Wednesday Evening Series (week 4)

📅 Dates: April 15, 22, 29; May 6
🕓 Time: 6-9pm
💲 Price: $260, 4-weeks REGISTER HERE
🎨 Supplies (list will be sent out after registration)

Step into the luminous, expressive world of pastels and discover the art of seeing like an impressionist.

In this immersive 4-week workshop, artist Nick Santaniello guides you through a thoughtful, step-by-step journey inspired by the timeless beauty of artists like Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Edgar Degas. With a focus on light, atmosphere, and emotion, you’ll learn how to translate what you see—and feel—into vibrant pastel artwork.

This class is about more than technique. It’s about finding your rhythm, building confidence, and experiencing the quiet magic that happens when you’re fully immersed in the creative process.

Whether you're brand new or returning to your artistic practice, you’ll be supported every step of the way.

Perfect For

✨ Beginners curious about pastels
✨ Artists looking to loosen up and explore impressionistic style
✨ Anyone craving a creative reset or mindful escape

What You’ll Experience

Over four sessions, you’ll move from idea to finished piece while developing your own artistic “roadmap”.

Week 1 – Foundations & Vision
Explore pastel materials, learn how to plan your artwork, and create quick value sketches to strengthen your drawing and composition.

Week 2 – Building the Structure
Develop your underdrawing and refine composition, setting a strong foundation for your piece.

Week 3 – Color Comes to Life
Dive into color theory and begin layering pastels to create depth, texture, and atmosphere.

Week 4 – Bringing It All Together
Refine and complete your artwork, with guidance and feedback in a supportive, encouraging environment.

Weather permitting, one session may include a plein air experience—taking your work outdoors to capture the natural light and color of the world around you.

The Heart of This Class

• This is a space where creativity becomes a refuge.

• Where time slows down.

• Where the process matters more than perfection.

• You may leave with a finished piece—but more importantly, you’ll leave with a deeper connection to your creative voice.

Zendoodle: Where Lines Wander & Creativity Flows

Unplug, unwind, and let your pen take the lead.

May 6 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

$45/person REGISTER HERE

In this relaxing, beginner-friendly class, you’ll discover how simple lines and patterns can turn into something unexpectedly beautiful. Through the calming practice of Zendoodle, you’ll create intricate designs using repetitive, flowing patterns that feel both meditative and expressive.

Guided by artist Marlene Davis, you’ll learn foundational techniques for building rhythm, texture, and movement—one line at a time. There’s no pressure and no need for perfection… just the freedom to explore, create, and enjoy the process.

Whether you’re looking for a creative reset, a mindful escape, or a new artistic outlet, this class offers a peaceful space to slow down and reconnect with your creativity.

✨ All supplies included
✨ Beginner-friendly
✨ Leave with your own finished Zendoodle artwork

6-Session Watercolor Journey with Marlene Davis
Begins March 24 (WEEK 6)

Watercolor is a dance between intention and letting go—and in this immersive six-session class, artist and instructor Marlene Davis invites you to explore both.

Designed for beginners and those looking to deepen their skills, this class offers a relaxed, supportive environment where creativity can unfold naturally. Through guided instruction, live demonstrations, and gentle experimentation, you’ll learn essential watercolor techniques while developing confidence in your own artistic voice.

Over the course of five sessions, you’ll explore color mixing, brushwork, layering, transparency, and composition—learning how watercolor flows, blooms, and surprises in beautiful ways. You’ll create multiple finished pieces while gaining a deeper understanding of how to work with the medium rather than against it.

Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or returning to watercolor with fresh curiosity, this class is an invitation to slow down, trust the process, and enjoy the magic of paint and water.

Cost: $270/6 sessions. REGISTER HERE

✨ All levels welcome
✨6-session series beginning March 24
✨ Supportive, inspiring studio experience

Bring your own art materials.

Classes held on:

March 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28

Deep Dive: The Art & Alchemy of Acrylics

An 8-Week Immersive Studio Experience at Vision Arts Gallery

(week 5: 5/2/2026)

Instructor: Jillian Tomkovich, Creative Director at Vision Arts Gallery

Step into a vibrant, inspiring studio environment and explore acrylic painting as both a technical medium and a powerful form of self-expression.

Deep Dive: The Art & Alchemy of Acrylics is an 8-week immersive course designed to build confidence, skill, and creative freedom through color, movement, texture, and intentional play. Guided by professional instruction in a supportive gallery setting, students will learn expressive acrylic techniques while discovering their own unique artistic voice.

This course balances structure with intuition. You’ll explore foundational skills like color theory, composition, and layering while experimenting with flow, texture, gesture, and abstraction. Each painting is developed over two sessions, allowing time to explore, refine, and confidently finish your work.

By the end of the series, students will leave with three finished, original acrylic paintings, each created on professional gallery-wrapped canvas, ready to hang and enjoy at home—along with the confidence and skills to continue painting independently.

Perfect for beginners and intermediate painters who are ready to learn, loosen up, and create with intention.

✨ COURSE DETAILS

• 8-week series

• Meets once per week

• 3–4 hours per session

• Beginner–Intermediate level

• All canvas and paint supplies included

Investment: $575 (REGISTER HERE)
Studio Members: Receive 20% off
1-day workshop pass: $100 (purchase 1-day pass)

📧 Questions or gift certificate inquiries: gallery@visionartsgallery.com

Soft Light & Living Color: A Pastel Journey with Nick Santaniello

A 4-Part Pastel Workshop Series | All Levels Welcome

Saturday Morning Series (week 3)

📅 Dates: April 18, 25; May 2, 9
🕓 Time: 11am-1pm
💲 Price: $260, 4-weeks REGISTER HERE
🎨 Supplies (list will be sent out after registration)

Step into the luminous, expressive world of pastels and discover the art of seeing like an impressionist.

In this immersive 4-week workshop, artist Nick Santaniello guides you through a thoughtful, step-by-step journey inspired by the timeless beauty of artists like Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Edgar Degas. With a focus on light, atmosphere, and emotion, you’ll learn how to translate what you see—and feel—into vibrant pastel artwork.

This class is about more than technique. It’s about finding your rhythm, building confidence, and experiencing the quiet magic that happens when you’re fully immersed in the creative process.

Whether you're brand new or returning to your artistic practice, you’ll be supported every step of the way.

Perfect For

✨ Beginners curious about pastels
✨ Artists looking to loosen up and explore impressionistic style
✨ Anyone craving a creative reset or mindful escape

What You’ll Experience

Over four sessions, you’ll move from idea to finished piece while developing your own artistic “roadmap”.

Week 1 – Foundations & Vision
Explore pastel materials, learn how to plan your artwork, and create quick value sketches to strengthen your drawing and composition.

Week 2 – Building the Structure
Develop your underdrawing and refine composition, setting a strong foundation for your piece.

Week 3 – Color Comes to Life
Dive into color theory and begin layering pastels to create depth, texture, and atmosphere.

Week 4 – Bringing It All Together
Refine and complete your artwork, with guidance and feedback in a supportive, encouraging environment.

Weather permitting, one session may include a plein air experience—taking your work outdoors to capture the natural light and color of the world around you.

The Heart of This Class

• This is a space where creativity becomes a refuge.

• Where time slows down.

• Where the process matters more than perfection.

• You may leave with a finished piece—but more importantly, you’ll leave with a deeper connection to your creative voice.