ESSA Studio Strolls
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Eureka Springs School of the Arts Price:
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Experience the magic of art in motion at the Eureka Springs School of the Arts’ studio strolls! We cordially invite you to join us for a journey into the heart of creativity. Wander through our picturesque campus and get an exclusive peek inside various art studios. With instructor demonstrations, student art, and light refreshments offered; studio strolls are a perfect way to be inspired, engage with the artistic community, and ignite your own creative spark.
Studio Strolls begin at 4 PM and conclude at 5:30 PM. Light refreshments will be provided.
Upcoming Studio Strolls
Is there a workshop you’re interested in but it’s currently sold out? Call our office at 479-253-5384 to be put on a waiting list!
A Fine Finale: ESSA’s End-of-Year Studio Stroll
Come stroll through the studios at the Eureka Springs School of the Arts and see what’s been happening behind the scenes! Join us for our last Studio Stroll of the year, on Saturday, November 22nd, where visitors can explore the campus, meet instructors and students, and get a firsthand look at art and fine craft in the making.
This month’s stroll features workshops from some of ESSA’s most loved instructors:
Lighten Up / Loosen Up
Richard Stephens brings color to life in Lighten Up / Loosen Up, a watercolor workshop exploring texture, timing, and the beautiful unpredictability of pigment and water.
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Beginning Silversmithing
Mary Lou Christie leads Beginning Silversmithing, where students are crafting custom sterling silver rings and learning the art of shaping, soldering, and stone setting.
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Welded Sculpture with Found Materials
Joe Malesky guides students through Welded Sculpture with Found Objects, transforming reclaimed steel into dynamic, abstract forms that balance strength and imagination.
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Ceramics for Beginners
Jessica Ames-Russell leads Beginning Ceramics, where students explore wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques to create functional pottery, from mugs and bowls to plates and more, in a supportive, creative environment.
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When: Saturday, November 22nd | 4 – 5:30 PM
Where: ESSA Campus | 15751 HWY 62 W, Eureka Springs, AR
✨ Free and open to the public!
Take a walk through the studios, chat with artists at work, and enjoy the creative energy that fills ESSA’s campus. It’s the perfect way to wrap up a year of artistry, inspiration, and community.
Past Studio Strolls
Check out these blog posts to view the action from past Studio Strolls!
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