Urban Sketch
Saturday 19 September
Philadelphia waterfront area, near Spring Garden St - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Don Stephens
Join us for a relaxed urban sketching session around Columbus Blvd. We will sketch the cityscape and surroundings, focusing on composition and observation. Suitable for all skill levels. Participants bring their own art supplies.
Beginners Color Sketching Light & Shadow
Saturday 26 September
Philadelphia waterfront area, near Spring Garden St - 10pm - 2 Hours
Don Stephens
Discover how color, light, and shadow can bring a simple sketch to life in this beginner-friendly drawing event. In Beginners Color Sketching: Light & Shadow, you'll explore basic sketching techniques while learning how to use colour to create depth, contrast, and mood.
This relaxed session is perfect for anyone new to drawing or looking to build confidence with color sketching. You'll be guided through simple exercises and practical tips to help you understand where light falls, how shadows shape an object, and how colour choices can make your artwork feel more vibrant and dimensional.
No experience is needed, just bring your curiosity and enjoy a creative session of learning, experimenting, and sketching.
Perspective / Color Drawing: Urban Sketch
Saturday 03 October
Philadelphia waterfront area, near Spring Garden St - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Don Stephens
Join us for a relaxed urban sketching session focused on perspective and colour drawing. We will explore the cityscape around Columbus Blvd, working on composition, perspective, and adding colour to your sketches. Suitable for all skill levels - beginners welcome. Participants bring their own art supplies.
Urban Sketch: That Color
Saturday 17 October
Philadelphia waterfront area, near Spring Garden St - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Don Stephens
Join us for an urban sketching session focused on color! We'll explore how to see and capture color in the urban landscape using watercolor and drawing materials. This session is designed to help you understand color relationships and apply them to your sketches. All skill levels welcome.
CITYSCAPING: SUBJECTIVE VIEW
Saturday 24 October
Philadelphia waterfront area, near Spring Garden St - 10am - 2 Hours
Don Stephens
Explore Philadelphia through your own subjective gaze. Cityscaping: The Subjective View invites you to look beyond simply recording the city and instead interpret its architecture, streets, movement, light, color, and surfaces through abstraction and personal expression. Using the urban environment as a visual template, we will explore line, shape, form, light, and surface while considering how color, material, and mark-making can transform what we see. From charcoal and pastels to watercolor, colored pencils, or ink, we will discuss how each medium can express your individual response to the city. Suitable for all skill levels. Participants bring their own art supplies.
NonExplore Philadelphia through your own subjective gaze. Cityscaping: The Subjective View invites participants to look beyond simply recording the city and instead interpret its architecture, streets, movement, light, color, and surfaces through abstraction and personal expression.
Using the urban environment as a visual template, we will explore Line, Shape, Form, Light, and Surface while considering how color, material, and mark-making can transform what we see. From charcoal and pastels to watercolor, colored pencils, ink, or whatever material you bring, we will discuss how each medium can be manipulated to express your individual response to the city.
This 2-hour session encourages observation, experimentation, and creative risk-taking. There is no single way to see Philadelphia 2014your interpretation becomes the artwork.
Observe. Interpret. Manipulate. KEEPCREATING.e
Corner to Corner Crochet
Saturday 26 September
W Lehigh Ave - 10am - 3 Hours
Zakirah Boyd
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more practice, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the basic stitches, and you will leave feeling inspired and ready to tackle your next project. All materials are provided, including yarn, a crochet hook, and a free non-alcoholic drink. Suitable for complete beginners and anyone wanting a refresher.
Watercolor Skies and Clouds
Saturday 03 October
Boathouse Row, Philadelphia - 9am - 2 Hours
Leah Thompson
From dreamy pastel sunsets to moody storm clouds, explore techniques for capturing the atmosphere above. Learn wet-on-wet blending, gradient washes, and how to make clouds look soft yet defined. Novices and intermediates are welcome.
Basic Stitches for Beginners
Saturday 03 October
W Lehigh Ave - 10am - 3 Hours
Zakirah Boyd
Dive into the world of crochet with our "Basic Stitches for Beginners" class - the perfect adventure for crochet newbies, those revisiting their hooks after a hiatus, or anyone seeking a bit more guidance on those fundamental stitches! From mastering the art of holding the yarn to creating picture-perfect stitches, we've got you covered.
No need to worry about materials- everything you need for this crochet escapade is included! Join us for a creative journey into the basics, where yarn transforms into beautiful stitches under your expert hands. Let's turn those loops and chains into masterpieces together!
Fashion Photography Experience
Sunday 11 October
Coatesville area, Pennsylvania - 11am - 2 Hours
Terrance Donte
Take your photography beyond portraits. Learn how to create bold, editorial-style street fashion images by mastering location, light, posing, and visual storytelling.
Watercolor Techniques Class
Saturday 17 October
Boathouse Row, Philadelphia - 9am - 2.0 Hours
Leah Thompson
In this immersive workshop, we will explore three essential watercolour techniques: 'Wet on Dry,' 'Wet on Wet,' and 'Lifting Off.' You will practice each method through guided exercises and create a small finished piece. All levels are welcome.
Corner to Corner Crochet
Saturday 31 October
W Lehigh Ave - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Zakirah Boyd
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more practice, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the basic stitches, and you will leave feeling inspired and ready to tackle your next project. All materials are provided, including yarn, a crochet hook, and a free non-alcoholic drink. Suitable for complete beginners and anyone wanting a refresher.
Headshot Photography Class
Sunday 15 November
Coatesville area, Pennsylvania - 11am - 2 Hours
Terrance Donte
Master the art of creating professional headshots that make an impact.
Learn how to use lighting, composition, posing, and direction to create confident, authentic portraits for business professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives.
Basic Stitches for Beginners
Saturday 28 November
W Lehigh Ave - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Zakirah Boyd
Dive into the world of crochet with our "Basic Stitches for Beginners" class - the perfect adventure for crochet newbies, those revisiting their hooks after a hiatus, or anyone seeking a bit more guidance on those fundamental stitches! From mastering the art of holding the yarn to creating picture-perfect stitches, we've got you covered.
No need to worry about materials - everything you need for this crochet escapade is included! Join us for a creative journey into the basics, where yarn transforms into beautiful stitches under your expert hands. Let's turn those loops and chains into masterpieces together!
Holiday Portrait Experience Workshop
Sunday 13 December
Coatesville area, Pennsylvania - 11am - 2 Hours
Terrance Donte
Capture the magic of the holiday season through creative portrait photography.Learn how to create warm, memorable holiday portraits using lighting, styling, composition, and creative direction.
Amigurumi for Beginners - Making a Heart
Saturday 26 December
W Lehigh Ave - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Zakirah Boyd
This Beginners Amigurumi class is perfect for those who want to learn how to create plushies and cute crochet creations. You will learn all the basic stitches and techniques needed to make your own adorable amigurumi heart. Suitable for complete beginners and anyone wanting to practice their skills. All materials are provided, including yarn, a crochet hook, and a free non-alcoholic drink.
Granny Squares
Saturday 30 January
W Lehigh Ave - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Zakirah Boyd
Ready to create stunning granny square blankets or elevate your crochet skills? Join our fun-filled Granny Squares class where you will learn how to crochet classic granny squares and turn them into beautiful projects. Suitable for beginners and anyone wanting to practice their skills. All materials are provided, including yarn, a crochet hook, and a free non-alcoholic drink.
Corner to Corner Crochet
Saturday 27 February
W Lehigh Ave - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Zakirah Boyd
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more practice, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the basic stitches, and you will leave feeling inspired and ready to tackle your next project. All materials are provided, including yarn, a crochet hook, and a free non-alcoholic drink. Suitable for complete beginners and anyone wanting a refresher.