Your Pastel Journey Starts Here . . . Pastel Workshop with Diane Pavelka
2025-06-28 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Carriage Factory Art Gallery, 128 E. 6th Street, Newton, KS, 67114, United States
Saturday, June 28, 10 AM – 4 PM (bring your lunch or take in local fare!).
Join artist Diane Pavelka to learn about painting with pastels. Have fun while learning all you need to know to get started. We will cover studio setup, pastel & pastel paper types and brands, mark making, underpainting, and a simple painting process to follow. Come explore and paint with these beautiful sticks of pure pigment! Register by June 14* here or by calling or stopping by the gallery to secure your spot. $50 per student, see file below for supply list and allow two weeks for delivery. *No refunds after registration deadline unless minimum enrollment is not met.
Pastel Class Supply List

Let's Go to the Beach! Painting Workshop with Connie Rhodes
2025-07-05 13:00 - 16:00
Saturday, July 5, 1-4 PM. Join artist Connie Rhodes, put on your old beach clothes and go splash around together in acrylics. This will be an awesome adventure creating your own personalized beach. Bring your imagination and something to quench your thirst! $45 per person includes all necessary supplies. No experience needed. Register by June 28* on our website or by coming by or calling the gallery.
*No refunds after registration deadline or if class size minimum is not met.

Summer Art Camp Grades 4-8
2025-07-08 - 2025-07-11
July 8-11 for Grades 4-8, 1-3 PM Tuesday through Friday. Join instructor Beth Burns for a week of artistic fun! Drawing, painting, printmaking, and more! $50 per student covers all needed supplies. Register by July 4* here or by calling or coming by the gallery. Students art will be showcased during a community Art Walk in downtown Newton on July 17. *No refunds after registration deadline unless minimum enrollment is not met.
Camp is full

Zip it Up! Zippered Pouch Sewing Class with Malissa Long
2025-07-26 12:30 - 15:30
Saturday, July 26, 12:30-3:30 PM. Join artist Malissa Long to learn about sewing consistently and create up to 3 zippered pouches. All materials are provided. $50 per student, ages 10-101. Register by July 19* on our webpage or by calling or coming by the gallery. If you do not have a sewing machine no problem! We will have machines available or you can bring your own.
*no refunds issued after registration deadline unless class minimum is not met.

Hot Days - Cool Cats, Painting Class with Stephanie Bayliff
2025-08-02 13:00 - 16:30
Saturday, August 2, 1-4:30 PM. It’s hot outside, so join artist Stephanie Bayliff to paint these cool 1950’s style cats in the gallery. We will explore this bold, flat illustration style and learn how line and shape create energy and movement. Using acrylic paint to block in basic shapes, we’ll then adding fun retro lines with acrylic paint markers. No painting or color mixing experience is necessary. Adults and children ages 8 and up, $55 per person. All supplies provided for this 11 x14 painting. Register by July 26* on our website or by calling or stopping by the gallery. Great parent/child fun or a girlfriend crafternoon!
*no refunds issued after registration deadline unless class minimum is not met.

Let's Paint a Landscape with Jay Holobach
2025-08-08 09:00 - 2025-08-09 15:00
August 8-9, 9 AM – 3 PM. Join artist Jay Holobach for a two-day workshop focusing on the ‘four horsemen’ of painting: Value, Composition, Color and Drawing. This workshop is organized in a lecture/lab format and will focus on the use of oil or acrylic paints. Filled with practical hands-on exercises, presentations, and short demonstrations, you’ll be given tools to elevate your own work as you discover your own unique brush style. The workshop will use photo references to create a painting and, weather permitting, briefly step outside so we can compare outdoor lighting to photographs. Maybe we’ll even paint outdoors by the gallery! Open to all levels, although some experience with landscape painting is beneficial. There’ll be plenty of one-on-one time with each student. $165 per student. See below for the complete supply list. Register here or by calling or stopping by the gallery on or before August 1, 2025*
*No refunds after registration deadline or if class size minimum is not met.
Holobach Supply List 2025

Sashiko Embroidery for Beginners
2025-08-23 13:00 - 16:00
Join Dena Bisnette and learn the art of Shashiko Embroidery, Saturday, August 23, 1-4 PM. Shashiko is a Japanese technique that originated as a method of mending clothing, but is now considered a form of embroidery. It consists of running stitches – only minimal sewing skills are necessary for this class. Participants will learn to make decorative patches of denim and cotton. The patches can later be sewn to textile items like clothing, bags, or home decor. We will explore some traditional Japanese as well as non-traditional designs.
$40 per student. All needed supplies and tools will be provided. This class is for participants of any age able to use a needle and manipulate fabric by hand. 10 and under accompanied by an adult. Register by August 16* on our website or by calling or coming by the gallery.
*No refunds issued after registration deadline unless the class minimum is not met.

Zip it Up! Zippered Pouch Sewing Class with Malissa Long
2025-09-06 12:30 - 15:30
Saturday, September 6, 12:30-3:30 PM. Join artist Malissa Long to learn about sewing consistently and create up to 3 zippered pouches. All materials are provided. $50 per student, ages 10-101. Register by August 30* on our webpage or by calling or coming by the gallery. If you do not have a sewing machine no problem! We will have machines available or you can bring your own.
*no refunds issued after registration deadline unless class minimum is not met.

Let's Go to the Lighthouse Painting Workshop with Connie Rhodes
2025-10-04 13:00 - 16:00
Saturday, October 4, 1-4 PM Put on your old beach clothes and join artist Connie Rhodes to splash around together in acrylics. Enjoy the experience to expand your imagination and enjoy painting a lighthouse by the seashore. Bring your imagination, a happy smile, and something to quench your thirst and go home with a completed painting!
$45 per person includes all necessary supplies. No experience needed. Register by Saturday, September 27* on our website or by calling or coming by the gallery.
*No refunds after registration deadline unless class size minimum is not met.

Encaustic Workshop with Barb Mizik
2025-10-18 09:00 - 16:00
Join artist Barb Mizik for this exciting Encaustic Workshop. Saturday, October 18, 9 AM-4 PM. Bring a lunch or enjoy something from a downtown restaurant.
We will learn about:
– Priming your surface
– Fusing between layers
– Various ways to apply encaustic medium
– Adding marks with pastels, wax crayons,
alcohol inks and more
– Building up layers and scraping your surface
– Carving/Incising into the wax and
filling it with medium or oil stick
– Using stencils with encaustic medium.
Stencils will be provided
– Making transfers with prints or magazines.
See supply list for details
– Collage with found objects and papers
– Finishing and Cleaning edges
This process involves using hot wax, heat guns and oil paint so wear closed shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting messy.
$100 per student. See supply list below. Register by October 11* here or by calling or stopping by the gallery.
Encaustic Supplies – October 18, 2025

Mini Mosaic Lamps with Mary Lee-McDonald
2025-11-01 13:00 - 16:00
Saturday, November 1, 1-4 PM and Sunday, November 2, 1-2:30. Day 1 will be creating and Day 2 will be grouting. Join artist Mary Lee-McDonald to craft a beautiful mini mosaic lamp, playing with color and light to create your own unique design. All supplies included, no previous experience needed. $60 per student. Register by Saturday October 25* on our website or by calling or stopping by the gallery.
*no refunds after registration deadline unless class size minimum is not met.
This class is full.

Holiday Snowflakes with Stephanie Bayliff
2025-11-08 13:00 - 16:00
Saturday, November 8, 1-4:00 PM
Need a cute handmade gift for friends and coworkers? Or a new Christmas decoration for the tree or on holiday packages? This craft is perfect!
Join artist Stephanie Bayliff to recycle old book and hymnal pages into gorgeous woven snowflakes. Each student will leave with multiple snowflake ornaments and a template with instructions to create even more at home. $55 per student. All supplies will be provided, just bring your holiday spirit!
Register by November 1* on our webpage or by calling or coming by the gallery.
*no refunds after registration deadline unless class size minimum is not met.

Season's Greetings Watercolor Workshop with Susan Bartel
2025-11-15 09:30 - 12:30
Saturday, November 15, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Join artist Susan Bartel and create vibrant watercolor paintings using a limited palette and different painting techniques. Take home 3 seasonal greeting cards with envelopes, the painting palette for further watercolor explorations, and plans for a 4th card, along with handouts and instructions. Suitable for all skill levels. $45 includes all supplies.
Register by November 8* on our webpage or by calling or stopping by the gallery.
No refunds after registration deadline or if class size minimum is not met.
This class is full.

Christmas Pysanky Workshop
2025-12-13 13:00 - 15:00
Saturday, December 13, 1-3 PM.
Join artist E.B. Schmidt and decorate your own unique holiday egg and learn the traditional Ukrainian methods of Pysanky. Fun for all ages and skill levels. $45, all supplies included.
Register by December 6* on our website or by calling or stopping by the gallery.
*No refunds after registration deadline unless class size minimum is not met.

Santa's Little Artists Holiday Workshop
2025-12-20 12:30 - 16:30
Saturday, December 20, 12:30-4:30 PM. Ages 7-10
Join Mary Lee-McDonald, Nicole Shannon, and Beth Burns for creative Christmas fun! Each participant will craft a variety of Christmas items for festive decorating or holiday gift-giving! $50 per artist covers all supplies and a snack!
We’ll be decorating a sugar cookie snack. Please let us know at registration about any food allergies.
Register by December 13* on our webpage or by coming by or calling the gallery.
*No refunds issued after registration deadline unless class size minimum is not met.

Foraging in Clay with Ariana Rumery Whiteside
2026-01-31 12:00 - 16:30
Saturday, January 31, Noon – 4:30 PM
Register by January 17* on our webpage or by calling or coming by the gallery.
Join artist Ariana Rumery Whiteside to learn the basics of sculpting with polymer clay to craft your own “foraged” mushroom wall plaque. Learn skills you can transfer to future sculpting adventures. $65 per person covers all necessary materials.
*No refunds after registration deadline unless class size minimum is not met.

Let's Make Art w/ Susan Bartel
2026-02-11
Call the gallery to register – 316-284-2749
Bite-size Watercolor: Daffodils at Lunch
February 11, 12, and 13, 12:15-1:15
$45, all supplies included. Beginners welcome.
Susan Bartel, instructor

Who’s ready for spring? In this 3-day noontime workshop, each session will build on the previous day’s painting. The first day, a wet-into-wet background will be created with a vibrant limited palette, fascinating textures, and an exploration of various techniques. On the second day, the background will be deepened with glazing layers, and more details will emerge using negative painting. And on the final day, the details of the daffodils will be added, bringing the painting to life.
Please register only if able to attend all 3 sessions.

Bring your lunch!

Register on or before February 7.
No refunds after registration date unless the class size minimum is not met.

POSTPONED - Snowman Fun! Painting Workshop with Connie Rhodes
2026-02-14 13:00 - 16:00
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 1-4 PM. Cuddle up with a warm drink and join member artist Connie Rhodes for winter fun with acrylic paint! Expand your imagination and enjoy learning new skills you can apply to future creative endeavors!
Bring a happy smile and go home with a completed painting you can keep or gift!
$45 per person includes all necessary supplies. No experience needed.
Register by February 7* on our website or by calling, or by visiting the gallery.
*No refunds after registration deadline unless the class size minimum is not met.

Bluebirds of Happiness Painting Workshop with Connie Rhodes
2026-02-21 13:00 - 16:00
Saturday, February 21, 1-4 PM.
Bluebirds have long been associated with joy, happiness, and luck. The phrase “bluebird days” is used to describe a sunny day following a storm, and these tiny creatures remind us of the small joyus that we get to experience every day. Join artist Connie Rhodes to paint these beautiful birds. You’ll learn new skills and go home with a completed painting. $45 per person includes all necessary supplies. No experience necessary. Register by February 14* on our website or by coming by or calling the gallery.
*No refunds after registration deadline unless class size minimum is not met.

Watercolor Embroidery with Stephanie Bayliff
2026-02-28 13:00 - 16:30
Saturday, February 28, 1-4:30 PM.
Join artist Stephanie Bayliff for Watercolor Embroidery! Starting with painting a watercolor background on fabric mounted in an embroidery hoop, you’ll then use simple stitches and a thread painting technique to ass the foreground elements to bring your scene to life. No prior embroidery experience necessary. $55 per student includes all needed supplies. Register by February 21* on our webpage or by calling or stopping by the gallery. Class size limited.
*no refunds issued after registration deadline unless class size minimum is not met.

Let's Paint . . . with Pastels! Workshop with Diane Pavelka
2026-03-21 10:00 - 2026-03-22 16:00
Friday & Saturday, March 20-21, 10 AM – 4 PM. Bring a lunch or enjoy local fare.
Join local Pastelist,Diane Pavelka, to learn her method of landscape painting. See how her mantra: Shapes, Value, Color . . . can work for you.
Open to beginning or intermediate level artists who want to explore pastels. Some supplies will be provided, see needed supply list below. $135 per person. Register by March 13* on our website or by calling or stopping by the gallery.
*No refunds after registration deadline unless class size minimum is not met
Pavelka Pastel Class 2026 Supply List

Pysanky Class with E.B. Schmidt
2026-03-28 13:00 - 15:00
Saturday, March 28, 1-3 PM.
Join us at the Carriage Factory Art Gallery to decorate your own unique holiday egg and learn the traditional Ukrainian methods of Pysanky. Fun for all ages and skill levels. $45, all supplies included. Register by March 21* on our webpage or by calling or stopping by the gallery. Class size is limited.
*No refunds issued after registration deadline unless class size minimum is not met.
