Learn and create accessories using natural leather and gemstones.Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 10am to 4pm – Ages 18+$100 plus $35 materials fee payable to instructor at the time of class Nellie works with natural materials such as wool fibers, silk, leather, gemstone creating unique accessories, wearable and art works. Nellie has many years of...
Category: <span>Workshops</span>
Barn Quilts with Michelle Geipel
In this class we will be creating a 2’x2′ quilt block that can be hung inside or outside on the side of a barn, house, garage or shed. The majority of barn quilts are comprised of geometric shapes, like squares, triangles and rectangles and are painted in solid bright colors. Bring your quilt block ideas, and create...
Printmaking with Sue Fox Mitrano
Print, ink, repeat! Discover the excitement of printmaking in this fun workshop led by local printmaker Sue Fox Mitrano. Sue will guide you through the entire process from drawing to carving and printing. Make multiple prints to frame or share. You can also opt to print cards (envelopes included) – perhaps for the spring holidays!February...
Shibori Dye Workshop with Sue Fox Mitrano
Learn the ancient art of Shibori dyeing! Create fabulous wearables using Indigo dye for yourself or to give as gifts. Four different techniques will be taught and participants choose two ways to prep their fabrics. Students can create two silk scarves from start to finish or opt to create a cotton tote or pillow covers....
Membership
Your membership supports the mission of this community art center. Our mission is to enrich the community through fine arts, crafts and music; to encourage art education and excellence; to nurture artists in a community of connection; and grow cross-cultural, social, and racial understanding through the experience of the arts. A 1-year TPCA Membership includes...
Pet Portraits with Michelle Geipel
Come join Michelle in painting a fun colorful version of your Best Friend! May 13, 2023 from 1:00pm – 4:00pm (Ages 18+)
Felting Workshop with Nelly Kouzmina
Explore the possibilities of felt-making and learn various techniques to create one of the oldest forms of textile using natural fibers – wool. All workshops 10:00am – 4:00pm (Ages 17+) Felted bag workshop March 25, 202310:00am – 4:00pm $130 with $30 materials fee Nelly Kouzmina is a Fiber Artist working with natural fibers and dyes...
Rug Hooking with Juliana Kapusta
Learn traditional hand hooked rug techniques – you will learn everything you’ll need to know to finish the pattern at home. September 9, 2023 9:30 am – 4:00pm (Ages 18+)
Jewelry Design with Monique Perry
Creating Jewelry with Precious Metal Clay Heart Set – January 14, 2022 (9:30am – 4:30pm)Come learn how to make beautiful fine silver jewelry using Precious Metal Clay (PMC). $150 + $75 materials fee payable to instructor at the time of class * There is a $50 nonrefundable fee for jewelry class cancellations. Heart shaped set:...
Pastel Workshop with Elissa Goldberg
Learn how to work with or enhance your skills with pastels. Upcoming dates to be announced You will be guided through the process of how to create a specific scene with soft pastels. You will be taught the underpainting process, scrumbling, and different layering techniques. No experience necessary…only an interest to learn and have fun. Or, an...
Stained Glass with Barbara Konschak
2-day panel workshop: September 16 & 17, 2023$175 + $40 materials fee payable to the instructor at time of class. Barbara Konschak will be your guide as you learn how to safely build a Stained Glass Panel with either lead or copper foil. No prior experience or skill needed. In this class you will learn...
Pour Painting & More with Michelle Geipel
Let’s pour some paint! No experience necessary! Learn how to have fun with Acrylic Pour Painting. This is a simple way of creating your own “one of a kind” piece of art. October 29, 2022 from 1:00pm – 2:30pm. Ages 18+ We’ve all heard of acrylic pours. This time, let’s do more! Come and play...
Alcohol Paint with Michelle Geipel
Come and try something new – Paint your own ornaments with alcohol inks! December 3, 2022 11:00am – 12:30pm OR 1:30 – 3:00pm (Ages18+) SOLDOUT
Glass Fusion with Barbara Neale
Join us in creating with fused glass! Also known as warm glass, is not glass blowing, it is cutting and overlapping glass that will be melted in a kiln into a solid piece. No prior experience is needed as we will go over some basics of glass prior to the actual hands on. Quilt Design:...
Fine Art Classes
Oil painting series with Renee Egan – This class design for all levels beginner to advanced. Learn new fundamentals and techniques to improve your painting skills. Ages 16+ 4 weeks April 23, 30, May 7, & 14 from 1:00pm – 3:30pm$180 + $30 materials fee – no enrollment after the first class Students will be painting...
Pottery Classes & Workshops
Experience the joy of wheel-throwing and hand-building pottery at your own pace, while in a nurturing teaching environment. Great for all levels of experience.
Wood Kiln Firing
The Tyler Park Arts Manabigama (Japanese for “beautiful learning kiln”) is a single chamber wood kiln designed to be efficient, and give beautiful results. Kiln firings are scheduled periodically throughout the year. Community Firings – Next firing June 2 – 4, 2023 Our community firings are split in-to “Shares.” One share is 4 cubic feet,...
Basket Workshops with Karen Wychock
Wall Basket Saturday May 6, 2023 9:30am – 3:30pm (Ages 18+) Is the junk mail piling up on your kitchen counter or your entryway table? This mail basket could be the secret to turning your pile of mail into a legitimate design statement. It can sit on your kitchen counter, fit right over a door...
Birthday Parties & Friends Night Out!
Schedule a special night at TPCA. Offerings in a multitude of mediums including pottery, Pysanky, pour painting, fine art, & more! For details & scheduling contact Director@tylerparkarts.org 267-218-0290
Gift Certificates
Give a gift to Create! – use for workshops, kiln firings or a special occasion!
Workshop & Camp Proposals
Tyler Park Center for the Arts is presently accepting proposals for workshops and successive class programs in art, poetry, music, movement & environmental consciousness. Please submit a workshop proposal form and contact us with your information & inspiration – 267-218-0290 or workshops.tylerparkarts@gmail.com
Sewing Classes
The Sewing Studio at Tyler State Park is a place to create an idea, make a friend, challenge your capabilities, be part of a community, learn to operate a sewing machine, shake off the stresses of the day, and develop professional sewing techniques. Offering classes throughout the year for kids and adults as well as...