Workshops

Oil Painting on Location in Camden, Maine with Ray Roberts

with Ray Roberts

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 - 21, 2025 FROM 9AM-4PM

Join us for this two-day workshop where artist Ray Roberts will share his process of first visualizing using grayscale markers in quick 5-10 minute thumbnail sketches then going into painting. Ray’s uses the traditional method of looking at everything as a studio plaster cast under a spot light; where students will learn to observe the form of objects through light and shadow. He will demonstrate his method of seeing shapes of light and dark and organizing where the subject meets design. A plein air workshop, Camden's beautiful harbor will be a wide open subject where students will explore architecture, maritime, and water with all of its magic of reflections, ripples, and endless paintings. This workshop will be in oils, though all media are welcome. All levels welcome but please bring proper painting supplies as listed. Some beginners may be asked to work in black and white as that is the best way to learn at the beginning. A supply list will be provided following registration. An hour break will be provided for lunch. Participants are welcome to bring a sack lunch to the workshop or enjoy something in town. 

Creative Collage

with Peggi Kroll-Roberts

Creative Collage: A Card-Making Workshop with Peggi Kroll-Roberts
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 FROM 10AM-4PM

$175

Join us for this fun one-day collage class with artist Peggi Kroll-Roberts in our gallery studio. In this hands-on workshop participants will learn the fundamentals of color and design. Using their favorite photos as a reference, students will paint sheets as color blocks and arrange collaged artworks to make creative handmade greeting cards. All materials will be provided, though students should bring favorite reference photos to work from and are welcome to bring any specialty colors of their own, if desired. Students will receive guided, step-by-step instruction through every stage, from paper preparation through final assembly. Morning coffee, tea, and an afternoon snack is included in the cost of the workshop. Participants must be 12 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 10 participants.

Pysanky Workshop

with Chris Sady

Pysanky Eggs with Chris Sady 
SATURDAY, MARCH 29 from 2-4pm

$10

Create your own decorative waxed eggs, called pysanky.  Chris Sady will help you learn how to design, wax and dye pysanky. Participants can create one or more pysanky during the class.  All supplies provided. Participants must be 8 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants.

PORCELAIN ORNAMENTS

with Simon van der Ven

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 from 2-4pm

$40

Create your own decorative ornaments for your tree or home using a slab method with porcelain clay. Simon van der Ven will begin with an introduction and demo of materials and tools to be followed by time to create! Participants will make 3-5 ornaments during the class, which will be clear glazed and kiln-fired after the workshop has ended. Ornaments will be ready for pickup the following weekend. Instruction and all supplies will be provided. Participants must be 10 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 15 participants.

SKETCHING CAMDEN STORIES

with Peggi Kroll-Roberts

Sketching Camden Stories with Peggi Kroll-Roberts
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28-29, 2024 FROM 9AM-4PM 

$300

Join us for this two-day workshop with artist Peggi Kroll-Roberts sketching vignettes of Camden scenes. A plein air workshop, students of all levels will meet at the gallery and take a short walk through town and along the waterfront to sketch a variety of subjects including lobster boats, dinghies, people eating ice cream or a church steeple from life. Participants in this hands-on workshop will learn the fundamentals of design drawing, value and color as well as vicinity marks for well proportioned figures. Several on-site demonstrations and detailed instructions will be provided each day. Peggi ensures a comfortable, easy-going atmosphere in her workshops and welcomes beginning to advanced students. A supply list will be provided following registration. An hour break will be provided for lunch. Participants are welcome to bring a sack lunch to the workshop or enjoy something in town.

Color and Collage

with Peggi Kroll-Roberts

Color and Collage with Peggi Kroll-Roberts
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 FROM 10AM-4PM

$175

Join us for this fun one-day collage class with artist Peggi Kroll-Roberts in our gallery studio. In this hands-on workshop participants will learn the fundamentals of color and design. Using their favorite photos as a reference, students will paint sheets as color blocks and arrange collaged artworks. All materials will be provided, though students should bring five favorite reference photos to work from and are welcome to bring any specialty colors of their own, if desired. Students will receive guided, step-by-step instruction through every stage, from paper preparation through final assembly. Morning coffee, tea and an afternoon snack is included in the cost of the workshop. Participants must be 12 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. 

Oil Painting On Location in Camden

with Ray Roberts

Oil Painting On Location in Camden, Maine with Ray Roberts
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 - 22, 2024 FROM 9AM-4PM 

$300

Join us for this two-day workshop where artist Ray Roberts will share his method of looking at everything as a studio plaster cast under a spot light; where students will learn to observe the form of objects through light and shadow. Ray uses a very traditional approach to atelier style learning applied to the landscape or any other subject. He will demonstrate his method of seeing shapes of light and dark and organizing where the subject meets design. A plein air workshop, Camden's beautiful harbor will be a wide open subject where students will explore architecture, maritime, and water with all of its magic of reflections, ripples, and endless paintings. This workshop will be in oils, though all media are welcome. All levels welcome but please bring proper painting supplies as listed. Some beginners may be asked to work in black and white as that is the best way to learn at the beginning. A supply list will be provided following registration. An hour break will be provided for lunch. Participants are welcome to bring a sack lunch to the workshop or enjoy something in town. 

DAFFODILS! NARCISSUS! PAPERWHITES!

with Anneli Skaar

WITH ANNELI SKAAR

Paper Flower Series: Daffodils, Narcissus & Paperwhites with Anneli Skaar
SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2024 FROM 10AM-4PM

$185/class or $475 for the spring medley series

Join us for a one-day class of flower making or register for the spring medley series. A three-for-one class, participants will learn the basics of paper flower making, focusing on these sculptural bloom structures. Each day participants will meet at Page Gallery to learn about paper flower materials, color treatments and will sculpt and assemble blooms to create their own bouquets. All materials will be provided. Morning coffee/tea and an afternoon snack is included in the cost of the workshop. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch or break to enjoy a meal in town. Participants must be 16 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants.

CROCUS IN MOSS!

with Anneli Skaar

Paper Flower Series: Crocus in Moss with Anneli Skaar
SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 2024 FROM 10AM-4PM

$185/class or $475 for the spring medley series

Join us for a one-day class of flower making or register for the spring medley series. In this class, participants will combine watercolor painting and paper sculpting to create this delicate spring flower nestled in hand-made moss to display in a wood-turned egg cup (included). Each day participants will meet at Page Gallery to learn about paper flower materials, color treatments and will sculpt and assemble blooms to create their own bouquets. All materials will be provided. Morning coffee/tea and an afternoon snack is included in the cost of the workshop. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch or break to enjoy a meal in town. Participants must be 16 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants.

Pysanky Workshop 2

with Chris Sady

Pysanky Eggs with Chris Sady 
TUESDAY, MARCH 26 from 4-6pm

$30/class

Create your own decorative waxed eggs, called pysanky.  Chris Sady will help you learn how to design, wax and dye pysanky. Participants can create one or more pysanky during the class.  All supplies provided. Participants must be 8 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants.

Pysanky Workshop I

with Chris Sady

Pysanky Eggs with Chris Sady 
TUESDAY, MARCH 19 from 4-6pm

$30/class

Create your own decorative waxed eggs, called pysanky.  Chris Sady will help you learn how to design, wax and dye pysanky. Participants can create one or more pysanky during the class.  All supplies provided. Participants must be 8 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants.

LILY OF THE VALLEY!

with Anneli Skaar

Paper Flower Series: Lily of the Valley with Anneli Skaar
SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 2024 FROM 10AM-4PM

$185/class or $475 for the spring medley series

Join us for a one-day class of flower making or register for the spring medley series. Participants will learn the basics of paper flower making, focusing on a delicate and detailed Lily of the Valley bloom to display in a decorative glass bottle (included). Each day participants will meet at Page Gallery to learn about paper flower materials, color treatments and will sculpt and assemble blooms to create their own bouquets. All materials will be provided. Morning coffee/tea and an afternoon snack is included in the cost of the workshop. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch or break to enjoy a meal in town. Participants must be 16 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants.

Creative Collage!

with Peggi Kroll-Roberts

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 from 10AM - 4PM

$175 (materials included) 

Join us for this fun one-day collage class with artist Peggi Kroll-Roberts in our gallery studio. In this hands-on workshop participants will learn the fundamentals of color and design while working with their own painted cut shapes to arrange uniquely themed collage creations. Materials will be provided and students will receive guided, step-by-step instruction through every stage, from paper preparation through final assembly. Morning coffee, tea and an afternoon snack is included in the cost of the workshop. Participants must be 12 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. 

Peonies!

with Anneli Skaar

Paper Flower Series: Peonies with Anneli Skaar
SUNDAY, APRIL 2, 2023 FROM 9AM-5PM

$250/class or $650 for the full bouquet series

Join us for a one-day class of flower making or register for the full bouquet series. Participants will learn the basics of paper flower making, focusing on three very different bloom structures: sculptural daffodils, delicate poppies and lush peonies. Each day participants will meet at Page Gallery to learn about paper flower materials, color treatments and will sculpt and assemble blooms to create their own bouquets. Materials will be provided and students will receive a generous take-home packet of additional supplies and a list of resources. Morning coffee and lunch is included in the cost of the workshop. Participants must be 16 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants.

Icelandic Poppies!

with Anneli Skaar

Paper Flower Series: Icelandic Poppies with Anneli Skaar
SUNDAY, MARCH 26, 2023 FROM 9AM-5PM

$250/class or $650 for the full bouquet series

Join us for a one-day class of flower making or register for the full bouquet series. Participants will learn the basics of paper flower making, focusing on three very different bloom structures: sculptural daffodils, delicate poppies and lush peonies. Each day participants will meet at Page Gallery to learn about paper flower materials, color treatments and will sculpt and assemble blooms to create their own bouquets. Materials will be provided and students will receive a generous take-home packet of additional supplies and a list of resources. Morning coffee and lunch is included in the cost of the workshop. Participants must be 16 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants.

Daffodils!

with Anneli Skaar

Paper Flower Series: Daffodils with Anneli Skaar
SUNDAY, MARCH 19, 2023 FROM 9AM-5PM

$250/class or $650 for the full bouquet series

Join us for a one-day class of flower making or register for the full bouquet series. Participants will learn the basics of paper flower making, focusing on three very different bloom structures: sculptural daffodils, delicate poppies and lush peonies. Each day participants will meet at Page Gallery to learn about paper flower materials, color treatments and will sculpt and assemble blooms to create their own bouquets. Materials will be provided and students will receive a generous take-home packet of additional supplies and a list of resources. Morning coffee and lunch is included in the cost of the workshop. Participants must be 16 years of age or older and no experience is necessary. Enrollment is limited to 12 participants.