New Workshop: Imaginative Owls with Joyce Curvin

Join guest artist Joyce Curvin for a fun and imaginative mixed-media workshop where you'll transform wire, foam, fabric, paper, masking tape, and clay into a charming owl sculpture standing approximately 7 inches tall. You'll build your owl's structure, wrap the body in colorful fabric and decorative string, then personalize your creation with paper wings, expressive eyes, accent feathers, and your own creative finishing touches. Patterns are provided for guidance, but there's plenty of room to make your owl uniquely yours.

When: September 12, 2026, 12–4pm
Where: Depot Arts District, 955 E Memorial Blvd, Lakeland
Cost: $70 — all materials included

Sign up now at www.lakelandartsassociation.com or DM us to reserve your seat!

About the Instructor

Mixed media artist Joyce Curvin was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, in a family that valued reusing, repurposing, and recycling — creativity was always encouraged. She studied art and business at Stetson University in DeLand, graduating with a BBA in marketing, and went on to a successful career in visual merchandising and store design for area malls and shops, creating art independently and as part of her display installations along the way. Having worked across clay, metal, paper, and wood, her practice today centers on papier-mâché and mixed media.

In 2022, Joyce was one of nine artists invited to participate in Florida CraftArt's "Clearly Collaborative" project alongside Master Glass artist Duncan McClellan, incorporating large glass vessels into her mixed media pieces. Several of her works are held in the collection of the Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy in Sarasota, and her art is currently available at Florida CraftArt Gallery (St. Petersburg), Dunedin Fine Art Center (Dunedin), Safety Harbor Art and Music Center (Safety Harbor), BIG ARTS Gallery (Sanibel), and The Laughing Dog Gallery (Vero Beach).

William Araujo Charcoal Still Life Workshop

Creating strong values in your work is an important skill. William will show you how to utilize charcoal and ink to create strong compositions and refine your drawing skills. This four hour workshop will employ ink to loosely sketch out photo references, aid in analyzing form, tonality, value scale, shape and, composition.

All supplies are included. Some previous drawing instruction might be helpful, but it not required.

This class will be April 11th from 12 - 4.

Class size is limited to ensure participants receive adequate instruction and feedback.

William Araujo is an award winning artist who received his BFA in photography and drawing. He teaches at a variety of different art organizations as well as offering private lessons.

Live Drawing featuring Swan City Ballet

When: Sunday, February 1, 2026 from 3 - 5 PM

$15 entry fee

Location: Depot Arts District 955 E. Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL

Kumihimo is an ancient Japanese braiding technique used for centuries to create strong and decorative cordage. Join June Knowles, expert jewelry and mixed media glass artist for this fast, fun, and easy 3- hour workshop. You will learn how to incorporate beads into the colorful ribbon Kumihimo braid to add sparkling texture and interest to your bracelet.

These beauties are the perfect complement to your wardrobe or to give as gifts. June designed this workshop with the beginner in mind. Previous experience with kumihimo is helpful but not required.

You will receive a kit that includes the kumihimo braiding disc, bobbins, beads, ribbons, satin cordage, and a clasp.

Take Two: How to Plan and Teach a Take Two Workshop

Mary will be leading this workshop about how to plan and hold a successful workshop.

This workshop is required to offer a take two or workshop with LAA unless you have a prior history of teaching/facilitating workshops.

This workshop is for members only.

This session allow artists to come and work from our live model. This two hour session features one hour semi clothed and the second semi - to full nude.

No instruction is provided, participants can work in any media they choose, except photography.

Participants must be 18 years of age or older.

Participants must bring all supplies needed to work in their chosen media.

If an easel is needed, participants are encouraged to bring their own. Our tabletop and free standing easels are available on a first come, first served basis.

Participants are welcome to bring snacks and beverages for themselves or to share.

Open studio time does not have a member discount.

SPACES ARE LIMITED.

Take Two: Learn How to Make Storage Bags

Location: Depot Arts District 955 E. Memorial Blvd., Lakeland, FL

COST: $15 members, $20 non-members

Learn how to create functional and protective storage for your 2D artwork.

You will make a 20 x 24 storage bag suitable for a 16 x 20 framed piece.

All supplies included.

You do not need to bring the artwork to this workshop.

QR Codes for Artists Sip & Learn Class

~21 & over only | Bring Your Own Beverage (BYOB)~

Cost: $10 LAA members | $15 non-members

Where: Depot Arts District 955 East Memorial Highway, Lakeland FL 33801

Take Two: Zines with Mary Correa

Date: May 10, 2025 10 AM - 12 PM

Location: Auburndale High School

Join Mary Correa on May 10th to create a zine from scratch. Mary will show you how to create a mini book (a zine) using collage, marker and stamping.

Take Two: Momigami with Rita McIntyre

Date: April 5, 2025 10 AM - 12 PM

Location: Auburndale High School

On April 5th, Rita McIntyre for an art laboratory workshop. Rita will show us how to make momigami paper using basic supplies from around the house. She'll also show us how to use those papers in your art.

Take Two: Zentangle with Sherry Ross

Date: March 22, 2025 10 AM - 12 PM

Location: Auburndale High School

Join Sherry Ross on March 22nd for a Take Two workshop by Lakeland Arts Association. Spend 2 hours exploring the world of zentangle. Learn the basics of this unique art style and see why so many people love it. 

Take Two: Beading with Chello Sherman

Date: February 8, 2025 10 AM - 12 PM

Location: Auburndale High School

Description: Join Chello Sherman to create a one of a kind gemstone bracelet fill with assorted crystal and glass beads (treasures for sure) on memory wire.