Classes & More
Classes & More
Find Art Classes and More at Mellwood Art Center
With over 170 studios housing artists, makers and other small businesses here at Mellwood, there are tons of opportunities to to learn new things or just have a fun night out! The art classes and events you find listed here are hosted by individual artists or businesses located at Mellwood Art Center, so you’ll want to use the link provided to get more information!
Try It Watercolor Class
Owen & Mae (Studio 268)
Thursday, May 25th, 2023
5:30-7:00 PM
$50 per person
Try-It Watercolor Classes are a single, 1 hour and 30 minute introduction to painting with watercolor. Watercolor Class starts with a demonstration designed for the complete beginner, and then everyone works at his or her own painting while the instructor provides one on one guidance when students want help. Ages 10+
Gnome Paint Party
Paint It Sweet (Studio 114)
Saturday, May 27th, 2023
1:00 PM
$40 per person
Please sign up in advance so we can best prepare for your arrival. All supplies and cupcakes are included! Canvasses are always pre-sketched to help you through the process!
Enchanted Paint Night
Paint It Sweet (Studio 114)
Saturday, May 27th, 2023
5:00 PM
$45 per person
Join us for a fun paint night at Paint It Sweet! We are located at Mellwood art center in suite 114 next door to Danny Macs Pizza! To avoid paying additional fees you can sign up by giving us a call. We provide all the supplies as well as cupcakes! No experience is necessary as a local artist will help guide you. Feel free to order pizza or stop by the brewery on your way to the studio! We hope to see you there. 
Swagger & Strut Drag King Review
Absolute Studio Theater
Saturday, May 27th, 2023
9:00 PM
$12 per person
You want Drag Kings we got them all lined up for a night of strutting and Swagger. Boyzz by Knight will be back in action this night along with other kings produced by Unsupervised Adults. VIP tables available but get them fast as they sold out quick last show. We have 8 VIP tables, six 4 tops and two 2 tops.
Beginner Sewing Workshop for Teens/Adults
Made Stitch Co (Studio 281)
Friday, June 2, 2023
6:30-8:30 PM
$53 per person
During this two hour workshop you will use our studio machines to learn the basics of setting up and using a sewing machine. Then we will put your new skills to use and you will make your own custom drawstring bag. You will leave this class confident that you can sew on your own, and you’ll be ready to enroll in our semesters.
Beginner Sewing Workshop for Kids
Made Stitch Co (Studio 281)
Saturday, June 3, 2023
8:00-10:00 AM
$53 per person
During this two hour workshop your child will use our studio machines to learn the basics of setting up and using a sewing machine. Then they will put their new skills to use and make a drawstring bag. Your child will leave this class confident that they can sew on their own, and they will be ready to enroll in our semesters.
Handmade Wardrobe Series – A-line Skirt
Made Stitch Co (Studio 281)
Saturday, June 3 & Sunday, June 4, 2023
1:00-5:00 PM
$238 per person
The Garibaldi is a classic A-line skirt with a side zipper. In one weekend, you will complete the Garibaldi Skirt from start to finish. This class assumes that you already know how to use a sewing machine and have sewn at least one garment using a commercial sewing pattern. Class is 1-5 Saturday and Sunday.
Walk-In Candle Pouring
Commonwealth Candle (Studio 155)
Saturday, June 3, 2023
NOON-5:00 PM
$25-$40
Come on down and make your own candle! You’ll get to choose your jar style and create your own custom fragrance! No reservation required.
‘MERICA! Door Hanger Workshop
Paint It Sweet (Studio 114)
Saturday, June 3rd, 2023
2:00 PM
$55 per person
All supplies provided! No painting experience needed! We will help you put together this adorable door hanger and create cute bows to go with it. Please sign up in advance so we can best prepare for your arrival.
