8x8x8 and Christmas Traditions 50th Anniversary Exhibition
Nov
1
to Dec 22

8x8x8 and Christmas Traditions 50th Anniversary Exhibition

8x8x8 returns for its fourth year, offering artists a unique challenge: What can they create within a space measuring 8x8x8 feet? This year's participants, Steve Jones, Dee Levang, Carolyn Lewis, Jasmine Raskas, Jeremy Rabus, Kirby Kogut, Maxine Thirteen, and the Foundry Studio Artists will fill one-third of the Main Galleries with their incredible works.

All pieces in this exhibition are available for purchase and can be taken home immediately, making it a great opportunity to support local artists and find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts.

Christmas Traditions® 50th Anniversary – The Exhibition celebrates five decades of the beloved St. Charles festival through a contemporary art lens. St. Louis-based artist Tiffany Sutton has reimagined the Legends of Christmas with stunning double-exposure photography. Accompanying mood boards and retired festival costumes offer a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of these iconic characters.

Exhibitions open November 1st, 5-8pm, as part of the Foundry’s First Friday Series, featuring music, art activities for all ages, and more, and will be on view through December 22nd.

For more information, please visit us at foundryartcentre.org or email Jessica Mannisi, Director of Art & Exhibitions, at jmannisi@foundryartcentre.org.

 

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Saint Charles Christmas Traditions® - Live from Freezer's Palace
Dec
22
6:00 PM18:00

Saint Charles Christmas Traditions® - Live from Freezer's Palace

Sunday, December 22 - 6pm to 7:30pm

Get ready chill-seekers! Jack Frost cordially invites you to Freezer's Palace...a club so cool, it's hot! At this exclusive wintry hangout, you'll become an honorary member of the Blue Crew as you party with Jack Frost and Susie Snowflake and a bevy of frigid friends as the WINTERtainment is provided by the biggest celebrities direct from Frost Vegas. Superstar Meltin' John will tickle the ivories as Diana Frost and that sizzling songstress from the South Pole, Celine Freon lead everyone in a sing-along of seasonal tunes. Become a polar Picasso with crafts and coloring or spin the wheel in our SNOWpacabana Casino for the chance to take home a fun souvenir. For the grand finale, head to the dance floor with all of your favorite characters as DJ Axel Froze concludes the evening with a dance party that you'll never forget.

One thing is for certain: you'll have a snow-BALL!

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First Friday
Jan
3
5:00 PM17:00

First Friday

First Friday of every month, 5-8 PM

On the first Friday of each month, families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Foundry and celebrate the arts. The FAC will be open for extended hours through 8pm for visitors to spend time in the galleries, meet resident studio artists, engage with the community, and enjoy a wide array of art programming, entertainment, and special events.

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Jan
4
11:00 AM11:00

Cute and Cuddly Sculptures

Saturday, January 4 | 11 am to Noon | Ages 7-12 | $40 

Does your child have a favorite Squishmallow? If they do, then this class is perfect for them!  Foundry Education Coordinator, Christine Tavares will lead students in a fun one hour clay class where students ages 7-12 will create a Squishmallow inspired clay sculpture.   Students of all experience levels are invited to participate in this hand building workshop.  Students will create and then glaze their sculptures, and finished pieces will be ready to pick up 2-3 weeks later.  If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Jan
4
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

January Invitation to Create
Saturdays in January | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Ben Bradshaw. Drop in on a Saturday in January to view Ben’s wonderful work in the Main Gallery and then create your own colorful abstract masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
Jan
7
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Figure Drawing
Jan
8
6:00 PM18:00

Figure Drawing

Monthly on Wednesdays: December 4, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 7, June 11, July 9, August 13 | 6 - 8 pm | $15 per session

The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time. Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  It is recommended that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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Jan
9
5:00 PM17:00

Art Club

Thursdays Beginning January 9 | 5:00 to 6:00 pm | Ages 7-11 | $12.50 per week

Back by popular demand, the Foundry Art Centre Art Club is an opportunity for kids to explore, invent, experiment and CREATE! Students will explore various art forms from painting to drawing to sculpture and more.  This drop-in art club is for ages 7-11 and will meet on various Thursdays from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Sign up for each week that you want to attend. Sessions include all materials and tools. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Jan
11
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

January Invitation to Create
Saturdays in January | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Ben Bradshaw. Drop in on a Saturday in January to view Ben’s wonderful work in the Main Gallery and then create your own colorful abstract masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Jan
11
1:00 PM13:00

Fiber Collage with Slow Stitching

Saturday, January 11 | 1-4 pm | $65

Join artist JoAnna Jackson of Nestfeathers in this fun stitching/collage class with fabrics!  Participants will use images of either a Coneflower or Cornflower as inspiration while collaging with fabrics, laces and trims (some vintage). Students will learn several embroidery stitches to use in their original creation.  This is a very loose class where participants will use creativity to create a one-of-a-kind stitched piece on muslin fabric.  All supplies are included and all skill levels are welcome (no prior sewing experience required). If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Art Start
Jan
14
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Free Family Open Studio
Jan
18
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

January Invitation to Create
Saturdays in January | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Ben Bradshaw. Drop in on a Saturday in January to view Ben’s wonderful work in the Main Gallery and then create your own colorful abstract masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
Jan
21
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Fire Arts Fest
Jan
24
4:00 PM16:00

Fire Arts Fest

The Foundry Art Centre is igniting the winter with our inaugural Fire Arts Fest!
This indoor/outdoor extravaganza celebrates the raw power and beauty of fire as an artistic medium. From molten glass to fiery ceramics, scorching metal to molten wax, witness firsthand the transformative magic of heat.

Known for its bold artistic endeavors, the Foundry is turning up the heat with this new signature event. We're stoked to introduce a winter wonderland of fire and creativity.

As the sun dips below the horizon, the Fire Arts Fest will transform the Foundry into a mesmerizing realm of light, heat, and artistic expression. Immerse yourself in a world where fire takes center stage, illuminating the extraordinary talents of our featured artists.

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Free Family Open Studio
Jan
25
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

January Invitation to Create
Saturdays in January | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Ben Bradshaw. Drop in on a Saturday in January to view Ben’s wonderful work in the Main Gallery and then create your own colorful abstract masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
Jan
28
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Feb
1
11:00 AM11:00

SweetHEART Bowl

Saturday, February1 | 11:00 am to Noon | Ages 7-12 | $40 

Life is sweeter when you’re playing with clay!  Learn to make adorable heart bowl just in time for Valentine’s Day! Foundry Education Coordinator, Christine Tavares, will lead you step by step as you use hand building techniques to shape, build, texturize, and glaze your sweet bowl. Students of all experience levels are invited to participate in this clay workshop.  Students will create and then glaze their sculptures in one class, and finished pieces will be ready to pick up 2-3 weeks later.  If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Feb
1
11:00 AM11:00

Silver Stacker Ring Workshop with Shanika Hartrum

Saturday, February 1 | 11 am – 2 pm | $85 

Artist Shanika Hartrum from Moon.u.mental Jewlery will lead you in the creation of your very own stackable rings. No experience necessary! Whether you come alone or with a friend, this welcoming and beginner friendly class is perfect for all skill levels. In this class you will create 2 or 3 sterling silver stacker rings. Shanika will introduce you to techniques such as: ring sizing, forming, soldering (with a torch), finishing, patina, and polishing. This class is open to students ages 16+. All supplies provided, just bring yourself, a friend or two, and your creativity! ). If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Feb
1
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

February Invitation to Create
Saturdays in February | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Ronnie the Painter who is featured in out East Gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in February to view Ronnie’s dynamic paintings and then create your own colorful masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided. 

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Tween Introduction to Wheel Throwing
Feb
1
2:00 PM14:00

Tween Introduction to Wheel Throwing

Saturday, February 1 | 2 to 4 pm | $45

Just for tweens, this workshop will introduce the basic skills of throwing on the potter’s wheel including centering, opening, pulling and shaping.  Each student will use their creativity to create small cups and bowls.  Students will typically complete around 3-5 pieces to fire.  Students will glaze their favorite pieces, and finished and fired work will be ready for pick-up in 2 weeks (sometimes it takes a little longer).  This class is for tween students (ages 9 - 12) with little to no experience in ceramics. Dress to be messy! If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Art Start
Feb
4
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Homeschool Art Classes
Feb
4
11:00 AM11:00

Homeschool Art Classes

8-week sessions | $160 | Ages 8-12

At the Foundry Art Centre, homeschoolers will have an opportunity to discover their hidden talents and allow their creativity to shine while acquiring fine art credit. As they become inspired by the masters, students will learn new techniques and experiment with a variety of media such as sculpture, painting, watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, and more. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

Tuesdays, February 4 – March 25 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Teen Introduction to Wheel Throwing
Feb
8
11:00 AM11:00

Teen Introduction to Wheel Throwing

Saturday, February 8 | 11 am to 1 pm | Ages 13+ | $45

Just for teens, this workshop will introduce the basic skills of throwing on the potter’s wheel including centering, opening, pulling and shaping.  Each student will use their creativity to create small cups and bowls.  Students will typically complete around 3-5 pieces to fire.  Students will glaze their favorite pieces, and finished and fired work will be ready for pick-up in 2 weeks (sometimes it takes a little longer).  This class is for teen students (ages 13+) with little to no experience in ceramics. Dress to be messy! If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Feb
8
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

February Invitation to Create
Saturdays in February | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Ronnie the Painter who is featured in out East Gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in February to view Ronnie’s dynamic paintings and then create your own colorful masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided. 

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Art Start
Feb
11
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Homeschool Art Classes
Feb
11
11:00 AM11:00

Homeschool Art Classes

8-week sessions | $160 | Ages 8-12

At the Foundry Art Centre, homeschoolers will have an opportunity to discover their hidden talents and allow their creativity to shine while acquiring fine art credit. As they become inspired by the masters, students will learn new techniques and experiment with a variety of media such as sculpture, painting, watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, and more. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

Tuesdays, February 4 – March 25 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Figure Drawing
Feb
12
6:00 PM18:00

Figure Drawing

Monthly on Wednesdays: December 4, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 7, June 11, July 9, August 13 | 6 - 8 pm | $15 per session

The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time. Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  It is recommended that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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Free Family Open Studio
Feb
15
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

February Invitation to Create
Saturdays in February | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Ronnie the Painter who is featured in out East Gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in February to view Ronnie’s dynamic paintings and then create your own colorful masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided. 

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Art Start
Feb
18
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Homeschool Art Classes
Feb
18
11:00 AM11:00

Homeschool Art Classes

8-week sessions | $160 | Ages 8-12

At the Foundry Art Centre, homeschoolers will have an opportunity to discover their hidden talents and allow their creativity to shine while acquiring fine art credit. As they become inspired by the masters, students will learn new techniques and experiment with a variety of media such as sculpture, painting, watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, and more. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

Tuesdays, February 4 – March 25 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Feb
22
11:00 AM11:00

Pet Portrait - Painting

Saturday, February 22 | 11:00 am to Noon | Ages 10-14 | $35

Those big, sweet eyes. Those lovable, furry paws. You have the best pet in the world, don’t you? In this exciting painting class, your child will create a lasting memory of their favorite pet!  Through the guidance of Beena McMahan, your child will leave with a painted masterpiece of their fur baby.  When you register your child, you’ll be sent instructions in a confirmation email on how to submit a clear photo of the pet’s face so our instructor can prepare supplies in advance of the class. Please note that we are only able to include one pet in the painting. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Feb
22
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

February Invitation to Create
Saturdays in February | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Ronnie the Painter who is featured in out East Gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in February to view Ronnie’s dynamic paintings and then create your own colorful masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided. 

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Feb
22
1:00 PM13:00

Crochet Snowflake with Mary Ann Cheng Pittman

Saturday, February 22 | 1:00 to 4:00 pm | $40 

Practice mindfulness and take your beginner crochet skills to the next level as you master a beautiful crochet snowflake! In this three-hour session, Blue Sky Fibers maker Mary Ann Cheng Pittman will guide you in creating this winter beauty using simple crochet stitches.  This is an intermediate skill level workshop and basic crochet skills are required to attend this workshop.  All supplies provided, just bring yourself, a friend or two, and your creativity!  This class is open to students ages 16+. ). If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Art Start
Feb
25
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Homeschool Art Classes
Feb
25
11:00 AM11:00

Homeschool Art Classes

8-week sessions | $160 | Ages 8-12

At the Foundry Art Centre, homeschoolers will have an opportunity to discover their hidden talents and allow their creativity to shine while acquiring fine art credit. As they become inspired by the masters, students will learn new techniques and experiment with a variety of media such as sculpture, painting, watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, and more. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

Tuesdays, February 4 – March 25 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Free Family Open Studio
Mar
1
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

March Invitation to Create
Saturdays in March | 1:00 to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Lisa Hinrichs who is featured in out East gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in March to view Lisa’s beautiful fiber art and then create your own colorful fiber masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
Mar
4
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Homeschool Art Classes
Mar
4
11:00 AM11:00

Homeschool Art Classes

8-week sessions | $160 | Ages 8-12

At the Foundry Art Centre, homeschoolers will have an opportunity to discover their hidden talents and allow their creativity to shine while acquiring fine art credit. As they become inspired by the masters, students will learn new techniques and experiment with a variety of media such as sculpture, painting, watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, and more. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

Tuesdays, February 4 – March 25 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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First Friday
Mar
7
5:00 PM17:00

First Friday

First Friday of every month, 5-8 PM

On the first Friday of each month, families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Foundry and celebrate the arts. The FAC will be open for extended hours through 8pm for visitors to spend time in the galleries, meet resident studio artists, engage with the community, and enjoy a wide array of art programming, entertainment, and special events.

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Mar
8
11:00 AM11:00

Tween Drawing 101

Saturdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm | $100 | Ages 10-14

Join us at the Foundry Art Centre for this exciting 4 week drawing course presented by artist Beena McMahan!  In this drawing workshop, students will go over basic skills that will help them learn to draw from life.  They will also be introduced to topics such as contour lines, tone, and shading, simplifying complex items into shapes, and perspective.  Students will work in various materials such as pencil, charcoal, marker, and ink.  All supplies provided. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Mar
8
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

March Invitation to Create
Saturdays in March | 1:00 to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Lisa Hinrichs who is featured in out East gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in March to view Lisa’s beautiful fiber art and then create your own colorful fiber masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
Mar
11
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Homeschool Art Classes
Mar
11
11:00 AM11:00

Homeschool Art Classes

8-week sessions | $160 | Ages 8-12

At the Foundry Art Centre, homeschoolers will have an opportunity to discover their hidden talents and allow their creativity to shine while acquiring fine art credit. As they become inspired by the masters, students will learn new techniques and experiment with a variety of media such as sculpture, painting, watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, and more. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

Tuesdays, February 4 – March 25 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Figure Drawing
Mar
12
6:00 PM18:00

Figure Drawing

Monthly on Wednesdays: December 4, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 7, June 11, July 9, August 13 | 6 - 8 pm | $15 per session

The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time. Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  It is recommended that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

View Event →
Mar
15
11:00 AM11:00

Tween Drawing 101

Saturdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm | $100 | Ages 10-14

Join us at the Foundry Art Centre for this exciting 4 week drawing course presented by artist Beena McMahan!  In this drawing workshop, students will go over basic skills that will help them learn to draw from life.  They will also be introduced to topics such as contour lines, tone, and shading, simplifying complex items into shapes, and perspective.  Students will work in various materials such as pencil, charcoal, marker, and ink.  All supplies provided. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Mar
15
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

March Invitation to Create
Saturdays in March | 1:00 to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Lisa Hinrichs who is featured in out East gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in March to view Lisa’s beautiful fiber art and then create your own colorful fiber masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
Mar
18
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Homeschool Art Classes
Mar
18
11:00 AM11:00

Homeschool Art Classes

8-week sessions | $160 | Ages 8-12

At the Foundry Art Centre, homeschoolers will have an opportunity to discover their hidden talents and allow their creativity to shine while acquiring fine art credit. As they become inspired by the masters, students will learn new techniques and experiment with a variety of media such as sculpture, painting, watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, and more. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

Tuesdays, February 4 – March 25 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Mar
22
11:00 AM11:00

Tween Drawing 101

Saturdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm | $100 | Ages 10-14

Join us at the Foundry Art Centre for this exciting 4 week drawing course presented by artist Beena McMahan!  In this drawing workshop, students will go over basic skills that will help them learn to draw from life.  They will also be introduced to topics such as contour lines, tone, and shading, simplifying complex items into shapes, and perspective.  Students will work in various materials such as pencil, charcoal, marker, and ink.  All supplies provided. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Mar
22
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

March Invitation to Create
Saturdays in March | 1:00 to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Lisa Hinrichs who is featured in out East gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in March to view Lisa’s beautiful fiber art and then create your own colorful fiber masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Mar
22
1:00 PM13:00

Hardcover Accordion Book with JoAnna Jackson

Join artist, JoAnna Jackson of Nestfeathers in a fun book making workshop! Participants will create an 8-page hard back accordion book using vintage seam binding as a closure. Students will learn proper bookmaking techniques including covering the book board and mitering the corners. Students will cover their book covers using use hand marbled papers created by JoAnna herself! The approximate size of the book will be 4.5" x 6". All supplies are included. All skill levels welcome (no prior bookmaking experience required). ). If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Art Start
Mar
25
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Homeschool Art Classes
Mar
25
11:00 AM11:00

Homeschool Art Classes

8-week sessions | $160 | Ages 8-12

At the Foundry Art Centre, homeschoolers will have an opportunity to discover their hidden talents and allow their creativity to shine while acquiring fine art credit. As they become inspired by the masters, students will learn new techniques and experiment with a variety of media such as sculpture, painting, watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, and more. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

Tuesdays, February 4 – March 25 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Mar
29
11:00 AM11:00

Tween Drawing 101

Saturdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm | $100 | Ages 10-14

Join us at the Foundry Art Centre for this exciting 4 week drawing course presented by artist Beena McMahan!  In this drawing workshop, students will go over basic skills that will help them learn to draw from life.  They will also be introduced to topics such as contour lines, tone, and shading, simplifying complex items into shapes, and perspective.  Students will work in various materials such as pencil, charcoal, marker, and ink.  All supplies provided. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Mar
29
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

March Invitation to Create
Saturdays in March | 1:00 to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by featured artist Lisa Hinrichs who is featured in out East gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in March to view Lisa’s beautiful fiber art and then create your own colorful fiber masterpiece. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
Apr
1
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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First Friday
Apr
4
5:00 PM17:00

First Friday

First Friday of every month, 5-8 PM

On the first Friday of each month, families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Foundry and celebrate the arts. The FAC will be open for extended hours through 8pm for visitors to spend time in the galleries, meet resident studio artists, engage with the community, and enjoy a wide array of art programming, entertainment, and special events.

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Apr
5
11:00 AM11:00

Hey Bud, Let's Make a Vase

Saturday, April 5 | 11:00 am to Noon | Ages 7-12 | $40

Let’s make a bud vase just in time for Mother’s Day.  In this creative workshop, Foundry Education Coordinator, Christine Tavares will instruct students as they use handbuilding skills to create a beautiful little vase.  Students of all experience levels are invited to participate in this clay workshop.  Students will create and then glaze their vases in one class, and finished pieces will be ready to pick up 2-3 weeks later.  If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Apr
5
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

April Invitation to Create
Saturdays in April | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free 

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by the American Society of Botanical Artists. Drop in on a Saturday in April to view these beautiful creations in our Main Gallery, and then create your own botanical prints. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Tween Introduction to Wheel Throwing
Apr
5
2:00 PM14:00

Tween Introduction to Wheel Throwing

Saturday, April 5 | 2 to 4 pm | $45

Just for tweens, this workshop will introduce the basic skills of throwing on the potter’s wheel including centering, opening, pulling and shaping.  Each student will use their creativity to create small cups and bowls.  Students will typically complete around 3-5 pieces to fire.  Students will glaze their favorite pieces, and finished and fired work will be ready for pick-up in 2 weeks (sometimes it takes a little longer).  This class is for tween students (ages 9 - 12) with little to no experience in ceramics. Dress to be messy! If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Art Start
Apr
8
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Figure Drawing
Apr
9
6:00 PM18:00

Figure Drawing

Monthly on Wednesdays: December 4, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 7, June 11, July 9, August 13 | 6 - 8 pm | $15 per session

The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time. Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  It is recommended that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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Teen Introduction to Wheel Throwing (Copy)
Apr
12
11:00 AM11:00

Teen Introduction to Wheel Throwing (Copy)

Saturday, April 12 | 11 am to 1 pm | Ages 13+ | $45

Just for teens, this workshop will introduce the basic skills of throwing on the potter’s wheel including centering, opening, pulling and shaping.  Each student will use their creativity to create small cups and bowls.  Students will typically complete around 3-5 pieces to fire.  Students will glaze their favorite pieces, and finished and fired work will be ready for pick-up in 2 weeks (sometimes it takes a little longer).  This class is for teen students (ages 13+) with little to no experience in ceramics. Dress to be messy! If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Apr
12
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

April Invitation to Create
Saturdays in April | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free 

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by the American Society of Botanical Artists. Drop in on a Saturday in April to view these beautiful creations in our Main Gallery, and then create your own botanical prints. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
Apr
15
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Apr
17
6:00 PM18:00

Spring Floral Arranging at the Foundry

Spring has sprung!  What better way to celebrate, than creating your own beautiful fresh floral arrangement!  Enjoy a cocktail or a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice as Christine Laurentius from Blushing Bloom Designs leads you step-by-step in designing a beautiful fresh spring arrangement.  You will walk away with floral arranging tips, some new friends, and a beautiful arrangement to brighten your space just in time for the spring holidays!  We will provide all of the flowers, greenery, and a vessel.  Just bring yourself, a friend or two, and your creativity! ). If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Free Family Open Studio
Apr
19
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

April Invitation to Create
Saturdays in April | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free 

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by the American Society of Botanical Artists. Drop in on a Saturday in April to view these beautiful creations in our Main Gallery, and then create your own botanical prints. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
Apr
22
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Free Family Open Studio
Apr
26
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

April Invitation to Create
Saturdays in April | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free 

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by the American Society of Botanical Artists. Drop in on a Saturday in April to view these beautiful creations in our Main Gallery, and then create your own botanical prints. Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Apr
26
1:00 PM13:00

Botanical Casting with Ramona Kristmann

Saturday, April 26 | 1 pm to 3 pm | $50

Learn the art of botanical bas-relief casting with botanical Artist, Ramona Kristmann!  Bas-relief casting is a simple and rewarding way to capture the ephemeral beauty of nature in a lasting art form. No artistic experience is necessary! You’ll leave this workshop with a botanical casting and ideas how to dry-cure and finish your piece at home. Sign-up with a friend or come make some new friends. Either way, you'll have fun creating beautiful botanical impressions. This class is for adult students 18+.  If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

 

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Art Start
Apr
29
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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First Friday
May
2
5:00 PM17:00

First Friday

First Friday of every month, 5-8 PM

On the first Friday of each month, families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Foundry and celebrate the arts. The FAC will be open for extended hours through 8pm for visitors to spend time in the galleries, meet resident studio artists, engage with the community, and enjoy a wide array of art programming, entertainment, and special events.

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Free Family Open Studio
May
3
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

May Invitation to Create
Saturdays in May | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by artist Katherine Alexander who is featured in out East gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in May to decorate a clay egg using Pysanky (the traditional Ukrainian art of writing on eggs). Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
May
6
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Figure Drawing
May
7
6:00 PM18:00

Figure Drawing

Monthly on Wednesdays: December 4, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 7, June 11, July 9, August 13 | 6 - 8 pm | $15 per session

The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time. Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  It is recommended that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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Free Family Open Studio
May
10
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

May Invitation to Create
Saturdays in May | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by artist Katherine Alexander who is featured in out East gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in May to decorate a clay egg using Pysanky (the traditional Ukrainian art of writing on eggs). Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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May
10
2:00 PM14:00

Animal Planters with Personality

Saturday, May 10 | 2:00 to 3:00 pm | Ages 7-12 | $40 

Come play in the mud and unleash your creativity at our Kid’s Animal Planter Workshop. Foundry Education Coordinator, Christine Tavares will instruct students as they use handbuilding skills to create an awesome planter with an animal personality.  Students of all experience levels are invited to participate in this clay workshop.  Students will create and then glaze their sculptures, and finished pieces will be ready to pick up 2-3 weeks later.  If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able.

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Art Start
May
13
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Free Family Open Studio
May
17
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

May Invitation to Create
Saturdays in May | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by artist Katherine Alexander who is featured in out East gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in May to decorate a clay egg using Pysanky (the traditional Ukrainian art of writing on eggs). Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
May
20
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Free Family Open Studio
May
24
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

May Invitation to Create
Saturdays in May | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by artist Katherine Alexander who is featured in out East gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in May to decorate a clay egg using Pysanky (the traditional Ukrainian art of writing on eggs). Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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Art Start
May
27
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Free Family Open Studio
May
31
1:00 PM13:00

Free Family Open Studio

May Invitation to Create
Saturdays in May | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free

This month’s Invitation to Create will feature an art project inspired by artist Katherine Alexander who is featured in out East gallery this month. Drop in on a Saturday in May to decorate a clay egg using Pysanky (the traditional Ukrainian art of writing on eggs). Instructions, inspiration, and supplies will be provided.

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First Friday
Jun
6
5:00 PM17:00

First Friday

First Friday of every month, 5-8 PM

On the first Friday of each month, families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Foundry and celebrate the arts. The FAC will be open for extended hours through 8pm for visitors to spend time in the galleries, meet resident studio artists, engage with the community, and enjoy a wide array of art programming, entertainment, and special events.

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Figure Drawing
Jun
11
6:00 PM18:00

Figure Drawing

Monthly on Wednesdays: December 4, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 7, June 11, July 9, August 13 | 6 - 8 pm | $15 per session

The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time. Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  It is recommended that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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Block Party
Jun
14
11:00 AM11:00

Block Party

This FREE event features interactive art projects for all ages, a print market, food trucks, beer booths, live music, heavy machinery, and steamroller printing.

The Foundry’s Block Party centers on a unique and over-the-top method of printmaking, using a STEAMROLLER! Large-scale images created by regional artists are carved on large woodblocks. St. Louis print house Grafik House’s team of inkers roll ink onto these blocks, canvas is laid on top, and then the whole thing is run over with a steamroller – squishing the ink from the woodblock to the sheet. These fantastic prints will be taken into the Foundry’s Grand Hall to dry on display.

In addition to the steamroller prints, the Foundry’s Block Party features an interactive, heavy machinery and vehicle display in the Foundry’s parking lot, where families can interact with the St. Charles Public Works Department, and more. The Foundry will also host live music and food & drinks throughout the day. Visitors are invited to visit artist and sponsor booths, print demonstrations, free art activities for all ages, and of course, to view all of the prints created throughout the day.

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Figure Drawing
Jul
9
6:00 PM18:00

Figure Drawing

Monthly on Wednesdays: December 4, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 7, June 11, July 9, August 13 | 6 - 8 pm | $15 per session

The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time. Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  It is recommended that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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First Friday
Aug
1
5:00 PM17:00

First Friday

First Friday of every month, 5-8 PM

On the first Friday of each month, families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Foundry and celebrate the arts. The FAC will be open for extended hours through 8pm for visitors to spend time in the galleries, meet resident studio artists, engage with the community, and enjoy a wide array of art programming, entertainment, and special events.

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Figure Drawing
Aug
13
6:00 PM18:00

Figure Drawing

Monthly on Wednesdays: December 4, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, May 7, June 11, July 9, August 13 | 6 - 8 pm | $15 per session

The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time. Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  It is recommended that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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Art Start
Dec
17
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Saint Charles Christmas Traditions® - Naughty vs. Nice
Dec
15
6:00 PM18:00

Saint Charles Christmas Traditions® - Naughty vs. Nice

Sunday, December 15 - 6pm to 7:30pm

Experience the tale of two Christmases as the Foundry Art Centre is caught in the middle of a battle between "merry" and "mischief." On one side, experience the NICE side of the holidays. Mingle with Victorian Santa & Mrs. Claus, participate in an epic dance party with the Sugarplum Fairy and Nutcracker Prince, and enjoy cookies, crafts, & coloring with a multitude of cheerful yuletide friends.

You can party with the Clauses all night, or if you dare, you can step behind the curtain into the NAUGHTY side, where you'll find Krampus, the punitive partner of St. Nick popular in Germany and Austria. He's brought along a variety of eccentric ne'er-do-wells...but don't worry, this perfect blend of Halloween and Christmas is more "merry" than "scary" and fun for the whole family. Team up with trolls and ogres to participate in carnival games, press your luck with the "White Elephant Gift-a-Palooza" for the chance to win bizarre gifts, get a holiday themed tarot card reading, and let out your frustrations as Krampus himself leads the "airing of grievances."

It's a night full of surprises that you can't experience anywhere else!

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Second Saturday
Dec
14
1:00 PM13:00

Second Saturday

EVERY SECOND SATURDAY FROM 1:00 TO 3:00 PM

Bring the entire family to the Foundry for a fun activity-filled afternoon!
Enjoy a tour of our current exhibitions and explore your creativity with our hands-on art activities. Each month will feature an art project inspired by our current exhibitions.
Free event, all ages welcome.

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Drawing the Clothed Figure
Dec
14
12:00 PM12:00

Drawing the Clothed Figure

Monthly on Saturdays 12-2 pm: September 28, October 26, November 23, December 14 | 12:00 to 2:00 PM | $15 per Session 

New to the Foundry this Fall - The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live clothed model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time.  Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  This class is for adult students (ages 21+).  It is recommend that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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After School Art Club
Dec
12
5:00 PM17:00

After School Art Club

Thursdays Beginning September 5 | Ages 7-11 | 5:00 to 6:00 pm | $10 per week

Back by popular demand, the Foundry Art Centre Art Club is an opportunity for kids to explore, invent, experiment and CREATE!  Students will explore various art forms from painting to drawing to sculpture and more.  This drop-in weekly art club is for ages 7-11 and will meet every Thursday from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Sign up for each week that you want to attend.  Sessions include all materials and tools.

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Art Start
Dec
10
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Saint Charles Christmas Traditions® - Holidays Around the World
Dec
8
6:00 PM18:00

Saint Charles Christmas Traditions® - Holidays Around the World

Sunday, December 8 - 6pm to 7:30pm

Frohe Weihnachten! Joyeux Noel! Chag Sameach! Prepare to embark on a culinary journey around the globe as nearly a dozen international holiday figures share some of the traditional delicacies of their native countries. A souvenir passport will guide you as you visit with our special multicultural ambassadors who will each offer a sample of a customary holiday dessert that is enjoyed by revelers in their homelands.

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Merry Makers Market
Dec
7
11:00 AM11:00

Merry Makers Market

The Foundry Art Centre's Merry Maker's Market is a two-day event showcasing regional makers, designers, and artists selling handmade items. This is the perfect event to celebrate the Holidays, get your Christmas shopping done, and support local small businesses!

Friday, December 6th, Merry Makers Market will occur in conjunction with the Foundry’s monthly First Friday event.

Saturday, December 7th, shop while enjoying live music brought to you by Saint Charles Christmas Traditions®, visit our resident artists upstairs, and join in on family workshops taught by our staff.

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Merry Makers Market
Dec
6
5:00 PM17:00

Merry Makers Market

The Foundry Art Centre's Merry Maker's Market is a two-day event showcasing regional makers, designers, and artists selling handmade items. This is the perfect event to celebrate the Holidays, get your Christmas shopping done, and support local small businesses!

Friday, December 6th, Merry Makers Market will occur in conjunction with the Foundry’s monthly First Friday event.

Saturday, December 7th, shop while enjoying live music brought to you by Saint Charles Christmas Traditions®, visit our resident artists upstairs, and join in on family workshops taught by our staff.

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After School Art Club
Dec
5
5:00 PM17:00

After School Art Club

Thursdays Beginning September 5 | Ages 7-11 | 5:00 to 6:00 pm | $10 per week

Back by popular demand, the Foundry Art Centre Art Club is an opportunity for kids to explore, invent, experiment and CREATE!  Students will explore various art forms from painting to drawing to sculpture and more.  This drop-in weekly art club is for ages 7-11 and will meet every Thursday from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Sign up for each week that you want to attend.  Sessions include all materials and tools.

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Figure Drawing
Dec
4
6:00 PM18:00

Figure Drawing

Monthly on Wednesdays: August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, and December 4 | 6 - 8 pm | $10 per session

The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time. Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  It is recommended that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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Holiday Floral Arranging
Dec
4
6:00 PM18:00

Holiday Floral Arranging

Wednesday, December 4 | 6 pm to 8 pm | $75

Join us at the Foundry Art Centre for a fun evening of floral arranging.  Enjoy a cocktail or a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice as Christine Laurentius from Blushing Bloom Designs leads you step-by-step in designing a beautiful holiday arrangement.  You will walk away with floral arranging tips, some new friends, and a beautiful fresh arrangement just in time for the holidays!  We will provide all of the flowers and greenery, the oasis foam and a vessel.  Just bring yourself, a friend or two, and your creativity!


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Art Start
Dec
3
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Art Start
Nov
26
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Drawing the Clothed Figure
Nov
23
12:00 PM12:00

Drawing the Clothed Figure

Monthly on Saturdays 12-2 pm: September 28, October 26, November 23, December 14 | 12:00 to 2:00 PM | $15 per Session 

New to the Foundry this Fall - The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live clothed model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time.  Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  This class is for adult students (ages 21+).  It is recommend that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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Teen Introduction to Wheel Throwing
Nov
23
11:00 AM11:00

Teen Introduction to Wheel Throwing

Saturday, November 23 | 11 to 12:30 pm | $45

Just for teens, this workshop will introduce the basic skills of throwing on the potter’s wheel including centering, opening, pulling and shaping.  Each student will use their creativity to create small cups and bowls.  Students will typically complete around 3-5 pieces to fire.  Students will glaze their favorite pieces, and finished and fired work will be ready for pick-up in 2 weeks (sometimes it takes a little longer).  This class is for teen students (ages 13+) with little to no experience in ceramics.

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After School Art Club
Nov
21
5:00 PM17:00

After School Art Club

Thursdays Beginning September 5 | Ages 7-11 | 5:00 to 6:00 pm | $10 per week

Back by popular demand, the Foundry Art Centre Art Club is an opportunity for kids to explore, invent, experiment and CREATE!  Students will explore various art forms from painting to drawing to sculpture and more.  This drop-in weekly art club is for ages 7-11 and will meet every Thursday from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Sign up for each week that you want to attend.  Sessions include all materials and tools.

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Art Start
Nov
19
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Painting with Taylor Marrie
Nov
16
11:00 AM11:00

Painting with Taylor Marrie

Saturday, November 16 | 11:00 am to Noon | $40 | Ages 6-12

Artist Taylor Marrie will lead your budding artist in creating a fun painting celebrating autumn. Taylor will lead your child step-by-step as they create an enchanting canvas painting suitable for hanging.  You will absolutely fall for their masterpiece!  All supplies provided.  Dress to be messy!


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Nov
14
6:00 PM18:00

Stitch 'n Bitch

Monthly on Thursdays: September 19, October 17, November 14 | 6:00 to 8:00 pm | FREE

Stitch ‘n Bitch with us during the Foundry’s new FREE fiber crafts club. All fiber crafts are welcome, from knitting, to embroidery, to crochet and beyond. Whether it’s your first time trying it, or you’re a pro. This is not a fibers class, but crafters are welcome to help each other out. Vibe with us as we craft, casually watch movies, and… bitch. BYO snacks. Select beverages may even be available for purchase 👀. Join us!

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Nov
14
6:00 PM18:00

Encaustic Holiday Ornaments with Dee Levang

Thursday, November 14 | 6:00 to 8:30 pm | $75

In this hot and exciting workshop, abstract artist Dee Levang will introduce you to the basics of working with encaustic medium as you make 3 beautiful holiday ornaments. Bring a friend, or make some new ones!   Just come prepared to get creative and have some fun! This class is for adult students (ages 18+).

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Figure Drawing
Nov
13
6:00 PM18:00

Figure Drawing

Monthly on Wednesdays: August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, and December 4 | 6 - 8 pm | $10 per session

The Foundry Art Centre is offering an opportunity to draw from a live model without instruction. The Foundry will provide a model for 2 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however they’d like to use their time. Foundry staff members – who are also practicing artists – will facilitate the session. Each session will include a series of short poses (1 – 5 min) as well as some longer poses (10 – 20min).  It is recommended that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

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Art Start
Nov
12
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Second Saturday - Celebrating 50 Years of Christmas Traditions
Nov
9
1:00 PM13:00

Second Saturday - Celebrating 50 Years of Christmas Traditions

Celebrating 50 Years of Christmas Traditions
Saturday, November 9 | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | All Ages | Free
Help us celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the St. Charles Christmas Traditions!  Christine Tavares will provide instructions, inspiration and all supplies for you to create a Happy Holidays Masterpiece!

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After School Art Club
Nov
7
5:00 PM17:00

After School Art Club

Thursdays Beginning September 5 | Ages 7-11 | 5:00 to 6:00 pm | $10 per week

Back by popular demand, the Foundry Art Centre Art Club is an opportunity for kids to explore, invent, experiment and CREATE!  Students will explore various art forms from painting to drawing to sculpture and more.  This drop-in weekly art club is for ages 7-11 and will meet every Thursday from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Sign up for each week that you want to attend.  Sessions include all materials and tools.

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Art Start
Nov
5
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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Nov
2
1:30 PM13:30

Heartfelt Handmade Mugs

Saturday, November 2 | 1:30 to 3:30 pm | $45 | Limit 12

Come play in the mud at the Foundry Art Centre! In this workshop you’ll create a personalized heartfelt mug using handbuilding methods including slab and pinch. Foundry Education Coordinator Christine Tavares will lead you through the process of creating a uniform slab on which you will personalize with texture and design.  You will then shape your slab into a one-of-a-kind mug and learn how to add a handle.  You will decorate their mugs with glaze, and the fired and finished vessels will be ready for pick-up two to three weeks after the workshop. This class is for adult students (ages 18+) of all skill levels.

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Nov
2
11:00 AM11:00

Make a Marvelous Mug

Saturday, November 2 | 11:00 am to Noon | Ages 5-12 | $40

Get ready for hot cocoa season by creating your very own ceramic mug! Foundry Education Coordinator, Christine Tavares, will lead you through hand building techniques to create your very own mug. Gift this special creation or keep it for yourself. Students of all skill levels are invited to participate. Students will build and glaze their mug in one workshop. Finished pieces will be fired and ready to pick up 2-3 weeks later.

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Art Start
Oct
29
10:00 AM10:00

Art Start

EVERY TUESDAY AT 10:00 AM

Join us for Art Start every Tuesday morning! Art Start is a great opportunity for your young child to experience art! Art Start story times are geared to the  2–5-year-old preschooler with a caregiver. We will explore several books together and create a small art project that pairs with the stories. Art Start is always FREE.

For groups of more than 5 please call for accommodations. Siblings welcome.

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