Thursdays, Jun 18 - Aug 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM (8 classes)
Ages 55+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC in Tampa, FL

Ready to fall under the spell of collage? Join me for an eight-week course, where we’ll explore the wonderfully scrappy, layered, story-filled world of collage art. Each week, we’ll dive into hands-on exercises that build your skills. Think composition and color… but taught the fun way. Think layering and mixed media… but with zero pressure and lots of “let’s just see what happens.” You’ll work with a mix of found materials, handmade papers, ephemera, textures, paints, and anything else you feel like cutting up.

Thursdays, Jun 18 - Aug 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM (8 classes)
Ages 55+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC in Tampa, FL

Ready to fall under the spell of collage? Join me for an eight-week course, where we’ll explore the wonderfully scrappy, layered, story-filled world of collage art. Each week, we’ll dive into hands-on exercises that build your skills. Think composition and color… but taught the fun way. Think layering and mixed media… but with zero pressure and lots of “let’s just see what happens.” You’ll work with a mix of found materials, handmade papers, ephemera, textures, paints, and anything else you feel like cutting up.

Thursdays, Jun 18 - Aug 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM (8 classes)
Ages 55+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC in Tampa, FL

Ready to fall under the spell of collage? Join me for an eight-week course, where we’ll explore the wonderfully scrappy, layered, story-filled world of collage art. Each week, we’ll dive into hands-on exercises that build your skills. Think composition and color… but taught the fun way. Think layering and mixed media… but with zero pressure and lots of “let’s just see what happens.” You’ll work with a mix of found materials, handmade papers, ephemera, textures, paints, and anything else you feel like cutting up.

Join us for our next Art Journaling Meet-up.

Our meet-ups are designed for artists knowledgeable about art journaling. This is not a traditional class. It is a chance to gather in a group and work independently in our art journals alongside other creatives.

You will have access to the studio supplies (paint, papers, stencils, etc.) during the meet-up. Please bring your journal(s) and any “must have” supplies.

Feel free to bring lunch with you. There is a fridge and microwave available.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Thursdays, Jun 18 - Aug 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM (8 classes)
Ages 55+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC in Tampa, FL

Ready to fall under the spell of collage? Join me for an eight-week course, where we’ll explore the wonderfully scrappy, layered, story-filled world of collage art. Each week, we’ll dive into hands-on exercises that build your skills. Think composition and color… but taught the fun way. Think layering and mixed media… but with zero pressure and lots of “let’s just see what happens.” You’ll work with a mix of found materials, handmade papers, ephemera, textures, paints, and anything else you feel like cutting up.

Thursdays, Jun 18 - Aug 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM (8 classes)
Ages 55+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC in Tampa, FL

Ready to fall under the spell of collage? Join me for an eight-week course, where we’ll explore the wonderfully scrappy, layered, story-filled world of collage art. Each week, we’ll dive into hands-on exercises that build your skills. Think composition and color… but taught the fun way. Think layering and mixed media… but with zero pressure and lots of “let’s just see what happens.” You’ll work with a mix of found materials, handmade papers, ephemera, textures, paints, and anything else you feel like cutting up.

Join us for our next Art Journaling Meet-up. Whether you consider it an art journal, a junk journal, a collage journal or just a journal….come join us.

Our meet-ups are designed for artists knowledgeable about journaling. This is not a traditional class. It is a chance to gather in a group and work independently in our art journals alongside other creatives.

You will have access to the studio supplies (paint, papers, stencils, etc.) during the meet-up. Please bring your journal(s) and any “must have” supplies.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Thursdays, Jun 18 - Aug 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM (8 classes)
Ages 55+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC in Tampa, FL

Ready to fall under the spell of collage? Join me for an eight-week course, where we’ll explore the wonderfully scrappy, layered, story-filled world of collage art. Each week, we’ll dive into hands-on exercises that build your skills. Think composition and color… but taught the fun way. Think layering and mixed media… but with zero pressure and lots of “let’s just see what happens.” You’ll work with a mix of found materials, handmade papers, ephemera, textures, paints, and anything else you feel like cutting up.

Join me for another slow stitch adventure as we create portable altars, also known as memory pockets, pocket shrines, or treasure pouches. These small, hand-stitched creations are designed to hold meaningful objects, special memories, personal intentions, or tiny treasures gathered along life's journey.

Portable altars have roots in many traditions and cultures. They offer a way to carry reminders of what matters most—whether that's a favorite quote, a meaningful symbol, a treasured photograph, a found object from nature, or a simple reminder to slow down and be present. Some people use them as keepsakes, some as memory holders, and others as creative expressions of gratitude, reflection, or personal storytelling.

In this relaxing 4-hour workshop, we'll use felt, fabric, thread, beads, buttons, and other embellishments to create a unique hand-stitched piece that reflects your own story and interests. Along the way, you'll learn basic slow stitching techniques, layering, embellishment, and simple construction methods that can be used in future textile projects.

No sewing experience is necessary. This class is designed for beginners as well as experienced makers who enjoy the meditative process of hand stitching. Slow stitching encourages creativity without pressure, allowing you to work at your own pace while enjoying the rhythm of needle and thread.

All supplies are included.

What You'll Learn

• Basic slow stitch and hand-sewing techniques

• Layering felt and fabric for texture and interest

• Adding embellishments such as beads, buttons, and decorative stitching

• Creating pockets and compartments for treasured keepsakes

• Using textiles to tell personal stories and preserve memories

Take Home

Each participant will leave with a completed or well-started portable altar/memory pocket and the skills to continue exploring slow stitch projects at home.

Come spend time stitching, reflecting, and creating a small handmade object filled with meaning and personal connection.

Thursdays, Jun 18 - Aug 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM (8 classes)
Ages 55+ | Beginner Level
This class located at the Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC in Tampa, FL

Ready to fall under the spell of collage? Join me for an eight-week course, where we’ll explore the wonderfully scrappy, layered, story-filled world of collage art. Each week, we’ll dive into hands-on exercises that build your skills. Think composition and color… but taught the fun way. Think layering and mixed media… but with zero pressure and lots of “let’s just see what happens.” You’ll work with a mix of found materials, handmade papers, ephemera, textures, paints, and anything else you feel like cutting up.

Join us for our next Gelli Meet-up. Just bring your gelli plate, brayer and creativity.

Our meet-ups are designed for artists knowledgeable about gelli printing. This is not a traditional class. It is a chance to gather in a group and work independently alongside other creatives. You will have access to the studio supplies (paint, papers, stencils, etc.) during the meet-up.

Feel free to bring lunch with you. There is a fridge and microwave available.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Join Shay (@bookishalcemist) for a beginner knitting workshop. We will be knitting the Sophie scarf over 2 workshops.

Friday, May 1st, 6-8pm

Friday, May 29th, 6-8pm

In this workshop series, you will learn:

• How to read a knitting pattern

• Stitches required to complete the Sophie scarf

• Shay’s tips for selecting yarn

• Hands-on instruction in a small group

At checkout, you can select with supplies or bringing your own. Supply kit includes: knitting pattern (all receive), Knitting for Olive 100% merino wool and wooden knitting needles (not bamboo). If bringing your own supplies, please bring knitting needles and one ball of wool yarn of your choice.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Join us for our next Art Journaling Meet-up.

Our meet-ups are designed for artists knowledgeable about art journaling. This is not a traditional class. It is a chance to gather in a group and work independently in our art journals alongside other creatives.

You will have access to the studio supplies (paint, papers, stencils, etc.) during the meet-up. Please bring your journal(s) and any “must have” supplies.

Feel free to bring lunch with you. There is a fridge and microwave available.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Join us in the studio for an evening of relaxing slow stitch—a hands-on, meditative practice that invites you to slow down and create with intention. In this beginner-friendly workshop, we’ll explore a variety of foundational stitches while working with fabric, texture, and simple design.

This isn’t your grandma’s embroidery (unless she was very cool). Think modern, expressive, and a little imperfect—in the best way.

Come unplug for a few hours, enjoy the rhythm of needle and thread, and rediscover the joy of making something with your hands. Whether you’re looking for a creative reset or a new hobby to replace endless scrolling, this cozy, analog experience is the perfect place to start.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Join Shay (@bookishalcemist) for a beginner knitting workshop. We will be knitting the Sophie scarf over 2 workshops.

Friday, May 1st, 6-8pm

Friday, May 29th, 6-8pm

In this workshop series, you will learn:

• How to read a knitting pattern

• Stitches required to complete the Sophie scarf

• Shay’s tips for selecting yarn

• Hands-on instruction in a small group

At checkout, you can select with supplies or bringing your own. Supply kit includes: knitting pattern (all receive), Knitting for Olive 100% merino wool and wooden knitting needles (not bamboo). If bringing your own supplies, please bring knitting needles and one ball of wool yarn of your choice.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Ready to shake off perfection and paint like you mean it? Join me for a half-day abstract watercolor workshop designed for beginners, intermediates, or anyone who wants to stop overthinking their brushstrokes.

We’ll dive into playful warm-ups that loosen your hand, quiet your inner critic, and get your creative energy moving. Then we’ll explore approaches inspired by abstract expressionism, while keeping things totally approachable and fun.

You’ll have plenty of time to experiment, practice, layer, splash, and discover your own visual language. No rules, no grades, just flowy color, expressive marks, and the joy of seeing what happens when you let watercolor do its thing.

Leave with fresh techniques, renewed confidence, and a stack of beautiful explorations you’ll want to keep flipping through.

You can also add lunch so you can just focus on arting.

New to watercolor? Add a watercolor kit and it will be waiting for you.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Join us for our next Art Journaling Meet-up.

Our meet-ups are designed for artists knowledgeable about art journaling. This is not a traditional class. It is a chance to gather in a group and work independently in our art journals alongside other creatives.

You will have access to the studio supplies (paint, papers, stencils, etc.) during the meet-up. Please bring your journal(s) and any “must have” supplies.

Feel free to bring lunch with you. There is a fridge and microwave available.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Join us for our next Gelli Meet-up. Just bring your gelli plate, brayer and creativity.

Our meet-ups are designed for artists knowledgeable about gelli printing. This is not a traditional class. It is a chance to gather in a group and work independently alongside other creatives. You will have access to the studio supplies (paint, papers, stencils, etc.) during the meet-up.

Feel free to bring lunch with you. There is a fridge and microwave available.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Join us for our next Junk Journal Club Meet-up.

Our meet-ups are designed for artists knowledgeable about junk journaling. This is not a traditional class. It is a chance to gather in a group and work independently in our journals alongside other creatives.

You will have access to the studio supplies (paint, papers, stencils, etc.) during the meet-up. Please bring your journal(s) and any “must have” supplies.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Information and registration coming soon

Need a little creative company? Bring whatever project you’re working on and enjoy a relaxed evening in the studio. There’s no instruction—just good conversation, shared inspiration, and the joy of making art alongside other creative folks.

Feel free to bring your favorite snacks and drinks.

Come sip, chat, create, and soak up the kind of community that makes art feel even better.

There is no charge, but space is limited. Please reserve your spot.

Ready to fall under the spell of collage? Join me for a four-week course, where we’ll explore the wonderfully scrappy, layered, story-filled world of collage art.

Each week, we’ll dive into hands-on exercises that build your skills without killing your vibe. Think composition and color… but taught the fun way. Think layering and mixed media… but with zero pressure and lots of “let’s just see what happens.” You’ll work with a mix of found materials, handmade papers, ephemera, textures, paints, and anything else you feel like cutting up.

We’ll experiment with adhesives (the good, the bad, and the ones I can’t live without), try surface treatments, build visual stories, and discover how collage can be both playful and powerful. Along the way, you’ll create individual pieces and begin developing a cohesive series—something that feels distinctly, unmistakably YOU.

Whether you’re brand-new or you’ve already got a stash of scraps you swear you’ll use someday, this workshop will help you loosen up, explore boldly, and grow confident in your own expressive collage voice.

Come cut things up and make something beautiful. It’s art therapy… minus the couch.

You are paying for a total of 4 classes (8 hours total)

Class dates:

February 3, 2026

February 10, 2026

February 17, 2026

February 24, 2026

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Join us for our next Art Journaling Meet-up.

Our meet-ups are designed for artists knowledgeable about art journaling. This is not a traditional class. It is a chance to gather in a group and work independently in our art journals alongside other creatives.

You will have access to the studio supplies (paint, papers, stencils, etc.) during the meet-up. Please bring your journal(s) and any “must have” supplies.

Feel free to bring lunch with you. There is a fridge and microwave available.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Ready to fall under the spell of collage? Join me for a four-week course, where we’ll explore the wonderfully scrappy, layered, story-filled world of collage art.

Each week, we’ll dive into hands-on exercises that build your skills without killing your vibe. Think composition and color… but taught the fun way. Think layering and mixed media… but with zero pressure and lots of “let’s just see what happens.” You’ll work with a mix of found materials, handmade papers, ephemera, textures, paints, and anything else you feel like cutting up.

We’ll experiment with adhesives (the good, the bad, and the ones I can’t live without), try surface treatments, build visual stories, and discover how collage can be both playful and powerful. Along the way, you’ll create individual pieces and begin developing a cohesive series—something that feels distinctly, unmistakably YOU.

Whether you’re brand-new or you’ve already got a stash of scraps you swear you’ll use someday, this workshop will help you loosen up, explore boldly, and grow confident in your own expressive collage voice.

Come cut things up and make something beautiful. It’s art therapy… minus the couch.

You are paying for a total of 4 classes (8 hours total)

Class dates:

February 3, 2026

February 10, 2026

February 17, 2026

February 24, 2026

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Celebrate Galentine’s Day the best way possible: laughing with your favorite people while making the cutest tiny succulent gardens you’ve ever seen. We’ll be creating charming mini displays using upcycled teacups—sweet, quirky, eco-friendly, and guaranteed to make your windowsill feel 10% happier.

All supplies are included, from the teacups to the succulents to the adorable finishing touches. You just show up ready to play, sip something fun, and channel your inner plant stylist.

Bring your besties, your coworkers, your mom, or your “this year I’m dating myself” energy. These little gardens make heartfelt gifts too… if you don’t immediately fall in love with yours and keep it for yourself.

Come for the creativity, stay for the laughs, leave with a tiny living masterpiece. Galentine’s Day just got a glow-up.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Ready to fall under the spell of collage? Join me for a four-week course, where we’ll explore the wonderfully scrappy, layered, story-filled world of collage art.

Each week, we’ll dive into hands-on exercises that build your skills without killing your vibe. Think composition and color… but taught the fun way. Think layering and mixed media… but with zero pressure and lots of “let’s just see what happens.” You’ll work with a mix of found materials, handmade papers, ephemera, textures, paints, and anything else you feel like cutting up.

We’ll experiment with adhesives (the good, the bad, and the ones I can’t live without), try surface treatments, build visual stories, and discover how collage can be both playful and powerful. Along the way, you’ll create individual pieces and begin developing a cohesive series—something that feels distinctly, unmistakably YOU.

Whether you’re brand-new or you’ve already got a stash of scraps you swear you’ll use someday, this workshop will help you loosen up, explore boldly, and grow confident in your own expressive collage voice.

Come cut things up and make something beautiful. It’s art therapy… minus the couch.

You are paying for a total of 4 classes (8 hours total)

Class dates:

February 3, 2026

February 10, 2026

February 17, 2026

February 24, 2026

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

🏈✨ The Real Super Bowl: Junk Journal Edition ✨🏈

Skip the touchdowns and join us for a night of paper and punchlines at our Junk Journaling Super Bowl Party! We’re trading footballs for ephemera, tight ends for torn edges, and playbooks for paint splatters.

We’ll cozy up with fun movies playing in the background while we collage, glue, stitch, and embellish our way into creative bliss. Snacks will be flowing, creativity will be thriving, and—because we’re not monsters—we will pause for the Halftime Show starring Bad Bunny himself.

Get ready to “Moscow Mule” your way to the snack table, channel your inner “Un Verano Sin Ti” energy, and craft like you’re on your very own “Party” track. No penalties here—just good vibes, good friends, and ridiculously fun pages for your journal.

Come for the journaling, stay for the laughter, leave with a journal full of “¡Ay, Bendito!” moments.

You will have access to the studio supplies (paint, papers, stencils, etc.) during the party. Please bring your journal(s) and any “must have” supplies.

Snacks and drinks included, but feel free to bring any of your favorites.

Our in-person workshops are designed as a creative escape for adults—time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your artistic side. To maintain this environment, we kindly ask that all attendees be 18 or older. We are unable to accommodate children during class time. Thank you for understanding.

Join me in February for our quarterly mastermind lunch. This quarter’s topic is “The 12 Week Year” and how to maximize success with the planning system.