Upcoming events.
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Mary Correa
Sundays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
May 4 – Jul 6 (8 classes)
Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists.
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Mary Correa
Sundays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
May 4 – Jul 6 (8 classes)
Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists.
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Mary Correa
Sundays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
May 4 – Jul 6 (8 classes)
Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists.
Abstract Watercolor and Ink (6 weeks)
Saturdays (six-weeks) | 10am to 1pm
Dates: Jul 12 | Jul 19 | Jul 26 | Aug 2 | Aug 9 | Aug 16
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate
Instructor: Mary Correa, Professional Artist
Join Mary to explore abstract watercolors, inks, and other water-based media. Learn design, composition, and color theory through practice.
Students will learn how to create abstract works using various techniques and tools. Abstract painting offers a free and expressive approach, unrestricted by traditional forms. In this course, you will dive into the philosophy of Abstract Expressionism, studying its roots in art history and how it has evolved, allowing you to develop your own visual language. The idea of a conversation between the artwork and the artist will be key to the process.
Abstract Watercolor and Ink (6 weeks)
Saturdays (six-weeks) | 10am to 1pm
Dates: Jul 12 | Jul 19 | Jul 26 | Aug 2 | Aug 9 | Aug 16
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate
Instructor: Mary Correa, Professional Artist
Join Mary to explore abstract watercolors, inks, and other water-based media. Learn design, composition, and color theory through practice.
Students will learn how to create abstract works using various techniques and tools. Abstract painting offers a free and expressive approach, unrestricted by traditional forms. In this course, you will dive into the philosophy of Abstract Expressionism, studying its roots in art history and how it has evolved, allowing you to develop your own visual language. The idea of a conversation between the artwork and the artist will be key to the process.
Abstract Watercolor and Ink (6 weeks)
Saturdays (six-weeks) | 10am to 1pm
Dates: Jul 12 | Jul 19 | Jul 26 | Aug 2 | Aug 9 | Aug 16
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate
Instructor: Mary Correa, Professional Artist
Join Mary to explore abstract watercolors, inks, and other water-based media. Learn design, composition, and color theory through practice.
Students will learn how to create abstract works using various techniques and tools. Abstract painting offers a free and expressive approach, unrestricted by traditional forms. In this course, you will dive into the philosophy of Abstract Expressionism, studying its roots in art history and how it has evolved, allowing you to develop your own visual language. The idea of a conversation between the artwork and the artist will be key to the process.
Abstract Watercolor and Ink (6 weeks)
Saturdays (six-weeks) | 10am to 1pm
Dates: Jul 12 | Jul 19 | Jul 26 | Aug 2 | Aug 9 | Aug 16
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate
Instructor: Mary Correa, Professional Artist
Join Mary to explore abstract watercolors, inks, and other water-based media. Learn design, composition, and color theory through practice.
Students will learn how to create abstract works using various techniques and tools. Abstract painting offers a free and expressive approach, unrestricted by traditional forms. In this course, you will dive into the philosophy of Abstract Expressionism, studying its roots in art history and how it has evolved, allowing you to develop your own visual language. The idea of a conversation between the artwork and the artist will be key to the process.
Abstract Watercolor and Ink (6 weeks)
Saturdays (six-weeks) | 10am to 1pm
Dates: Jul 12 | Jul 19 | Jul 26 | Aug 2 | Aug 9 | Aug 16
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate
Instructor: Mary Correa, Professional Artist
Join Mary to explore abstract watercolors, inks, and other water-based media. Learn design, composition, and color theory through practice.
Students will learn how to create abstract works using various techniques and tools. Abstract painting offers a free and expressive approach, unrestricted by traditional forms. In this course, you will dive into the philosophy of Abstract Expressionism, studying its roots in art history and how it has evolved, allowing you to develop your own visual language. The idea of a conversation between the artwork and the artist will be key to the process.
Abstract Watercolor and Ink (6 weeks)
Saturdays (six-weeks) | 10am to 1pm
Dates: Jul 12 | Jul 19 | Jul 26 | Aug 2 | Aug 9 | Aug 16
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate
Instructor: Mary Correa, Professional Artist
Join Mary to explore abstract watercolors, inks, and other water-based media. Learn design, composition, and color theory through practice.
Students will learn how to create abstract works using various techniques and tools. Abstract painting offers a free and expressive approach, unrestricted by traditional forms. In this course, you will dive into the philosophy of Abstract Expressionism, studying its roots in art history and how it has evolved, allowing you to develop your own visual language. The idea of a conversation between the artwork and the artist will be key to the process.
Art-ish Creative Retreat - CAMP CRAFTAPOLOOZA
Camp Craftapolooza:
A Handmade Holiday Art Retreat
October 17-19, 2025
Camp Margaritaville Auburndale
Get ready for three unforgettable days of creativity, connection, and crafty magic at Camp Craftapolooza! This exclusive retreat is your chance to step away from the everyday and dive into joyful art-making, all while getting a head start on heartfelt handmade gifts for the holiday season.
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Mary Correa
Sundays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
May 4 – Jul 6 (8 classes)
Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists.
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Mary Correa
Sundays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
May 4 – Jul 6 (8 classes)
Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists.
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Mary Correa
Sundays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
May 4 – Jul 6 (8 classes)
Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists.
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Mary Correa
Sundays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
May 4 – Jul 6 (8 classes)
Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists.
Junk Journaling
Join me for my next session of Junk Journaling at The Lark’s Nest in charming Dade City.
Bring your junk journal, or start a new one from one of my vintage books. I'm bringing a giant pile of painted papers for us. We'll experiment with collage and watercolor in our journals.
Studio 55 | Collage | TMA@Firehouse
Adults 55+ | Beginner-Intermediate Level | with Mary Correa
Sundays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
May 4 – Jul 6 (8 classes)
Join Mary Correa for an 8-week exploration of collage. Learn the basics of collage assembly and then explore how these basics apply to your art style. This workshop is full of techniques for everyone – novice, intermediate or advanced artists.
Junk Journaling
Join me for my next session of Junk Journaling at The Lark’s Nest in charming Dade City.
Bring your junk journal, or start a new one from one of my vintage books. I'm bringing a giant pile of painted papers for us. We'll experiment with collage and watercolor in our journals.
Slow Stitch workshop
Join me for an evening of creativity and relaxation at Slow Stitching: Sip-n-Stitch! In this two-hour workshop, you’ll dive into the meditative art of slow stitching to create a unique, hand-stitched bookmark. Perfect for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike, this class focuses on using simple stitches and vibrant materials to create something truly special. Enjoy a cozy evening of stitching, socializing, and unwinding—no experience needed, just bring your creativity and a love for handmade art. This class is most appropriate for adults and children 16+.
Junk Journaling workshop
Join us for part two of our series, collaging in your junk journal You’ll learn how to assemble a collage, what items you may want to start collecting and my favorite tools in my journaling toolkit.
If this is your first workshop in the series…No supplies are necessary, but if you have a favorite book you would like to use for your journal, bring that. I will have a selection of older books to pick from if you don’t have one. If you have any accumulated journaling items (photos, ticket stubs, tags, etc.), bring those too. Don’t worry if you don’t have any yet. I will have plenty of collage items to share!
Bloomin' Arts Festival
I am happy to announce that I will be an exhibiting artist at the 54th Bloomin’ Arts Festival.
An Amazing Show For Over 54 Years...
For 54 Years we've been Central Florida’s Favorite Fine Art and Fine Craft Show. Our annual festival is an all volunteer show brought to you by The Bartow Art Guild, The Greater Bartow Chamber of Commerce, and Main Street Bartow. Saturday & Sunday March 1 & 2, 2025. The Bloomin' Arts Festival is a juried show with awards over $15,000.
Scenic downtown Bartow closes the streets for this festival. The beautiful silver dome of the old courthouse (now museum) is the backdrop for the art show. Surrounding free attractions (antique car show, Bloomin’ Bike Ride, flower show, quilt show, student art show, kids art/face painting tent, Sunday afternoon Free Concert, and food trucks) add to the festivities. Public admission and parking is free.
Slow Stitching workshop
Join artist Mary Correa for a morning of creativity and relaxation at Slow Stitching! In this two-hour workshop, you’ll dive into the meditative art of slow stitching to create a unique, hand-stitched necklace. Perfect for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike, this class focuses on using simple stitches and vibrant materials to create something truly special. Enjoy a cozy morning of stitching, socializing, and unwinding—no experience needed, just bring your creativity and a love for handmade art. This class is most appropriate for adults and children 12+ with adult participation.
Junk Journaling workshop
Join us for part one of our series, the basics of junk journaling. We’ll get started in an upcycled book, learning how to assemble pages we love flipping through. You’ll learn how to assemble a collage, what items you may want to start collecting and my favorite tools in my journaling toolkit.
No supplies are necessary, but if you have a favorite book you would like to use for your journal, bring that. I will have a selection of older books to pick from if you don’t have one. If you have any accumulated journaling items (photos, ticket stubs, tags, etc.), bring those too. Don’t worry if you don’t have any yet. I will have plenty of collage items to share!
Gelli Printing 101
What the heck is gel printing? Think of printing without a press! No expensive equipment or years of experience needed. We take a simple looking gel plate and create amazing, unique art papers and fabrics in a few minutes.
Have you wanted to try it but don’t know where to start? Join Mary for a fun day of mono printing on a gel plate. We will start with basic printing and then move to more advanced techniques. Learn how to build layers to create unique papers and fabrics you can use in your art. Come see all the projects you can create with your gel prints. Gel printing is a great tool to add to your art toolkit!
Vision Board workshop
Set your goals, dreams, and aspirations in motion at my Vision Board Workshop!
Vision boards are powerful tools for visualizing your future and manifesting your intentions. During this inspiring session, you'll learn how to create a personalized collage of images that represent your goals for 2025—whether they’re about personal growth, career success, travel, or creativity.
No supplies are needed—just bring your imagination and a willingness to dream big! Leave with a beautifully crafted vision board to motivate and guide you throughout the year. Perfect for beginners and seasoned goal-setters alike.
337 W Central Ave., Winter Haven, FL
Slow Stitching: Sip-n-Stitch
Join me for an evening of creativity and relaxation at Slow Stitching: Sip-n-Stitch!
In this two-hour workshop, you’ll dive into the meditative art of slow stitching to create a unique, hand-stitched bookmark. Perfect for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike, this class focuses on using simple stitches and vibrant materials to create something truly special. Enjoy a cozy evening of stitching, socializing, and unwinding—no experience needed, just bring your creativity and a love for handmade art. This class is most appropriate for adults and children 16+.
To register, click here