Upcoming events.

Apr
29

Paper Flower Bouquets

Paper Flower Bouquets
$25.00

Celebrate spring with us by making a bouquet that never fades!  All flowers will be pre-cut, we'll just assemble them with a glue gun and floral tape.  Bring a friend and go home with a bouquet to brighten your home.

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May
2

Paint your own Pottery - Plates

Paint your own Pottery - Plates
$35.00

Explore your creativity in this fun and relaxed pottery painting workshop with instructor Lori Bowling! Each participant will paint a ceramic plate, using colorful underglaze techniques to create a soft ombré background and decorate with a variety of rubber stamps. Choose from an assortment of designs to match your personal style — whether you prefer bold, delicate, playful, or elegant looks, your plate will be a reflection of your own artistic interpretation.

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May
6

Drawing Class - Gridding

Drawing Class - Gridding
$25.00

Gridding is a foolproof way to draw exactly what you want from any photo reference. You will learn drawing basics while we sketch out an image together. This skill is used by beginners and advanced artists, so this class is perfect for any enthusiast looking to sharpen their skills.

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May
13

Printmaking Class - Open Studio

Printmaking Open Studio
$25.00

Schedule:

  • April 8

  • May 13

  • June 10

  • July 8

  • August 12

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Sign up today—reserve your spot for a single session or grab the 5-class package for extra savings!

5-Class Package
$100.00

Unlock your creativity and save with the 5-class package, perfect for those looking to dive deeper into the art of print making.

What You Get:

  • Five 2-hour printmaking sessions (6:00 – 8:00 PM)

  • Pay for 4 classes, get 1 free—a great value for regular attendees

  • Access to all supplies needed

  • Guidance and tips from experienced instructors

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May
16

Paint your own Pottery

Paint your own Pottery
$35.00

Unleash your creativity in this hands-on pottery painting class with instructor Lori Bowling! Participants will paint pre-made ceramic pieces using colorful underglazes and simple techniques, creating a design that reflects their own unique style. Lori will offer guidance and inspiration, making this class perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike.
After the session, all pieces will be glazed and kiln-fired for a lasting, professional finish, ready for pick-up within about a week.

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May
17

2-Day Oil Workshop

2-Day Oil Workshop
$250.00

Have you ever felt intimidated or unsure about oil painting? You’re not alone—but this 2-day workshop will change that! Join Western artist Katie Briggs for a welcoming and informative experience designed to make oil painting approachable and enjoyable. Whether you're just starting out or looking to build confidence, Katie will guide you through the essentials with clarity and enthusiasm.

About the Instructor:
Katie Briggs is a self-taught Western artist known for her rustic yet vibrant work. Though oil painting is a newer passion, Katie has been immersed in art since childhood. Her down-to-earth teaching style and genuine love for the craft create a supportive space for artists of all levels.

Workshop Schedule:

Saturday, May 17 – Foundations & Prep
Morning Session

  • Introduction to oil paint and its mediums

  • Basic color theory and paint application techniques

  • Composition tips, brush types, value studies, and painting styles

  • Plein air overview

Afternoon Session

  • Gridding and underpainting

  • Preparing the canvas for Sunday’s step-by-step painting

Sunday, May 18 – Paint Day

  • Follow along with Katie to complete your own oil painting

  • Hands-on guidance through each step of the process

All supplies and lunch provided. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

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May
20

Paint & Sip - Aspen Canopy

Paint & Sip - Aspen Canopy
$25.00

Join local artist Maddie Bloomer for a relaxing evening of creativity at our Paint & Sip event! In this class, Maddie will guide you step-by-step through painting a stunning aspen canopy, capturing the vibrant textures and colors of these iconic trees. No prior painting experience is necessary — Maddie’s approachable style and expert tips will help you create a piece you’ll be proud to take home.
All materials are provided. Bring a friend, sip your favorite beverage, and enjoy a fun night of art and inspiration!

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May
23

LCCS High School Play - Deliriums Daughters

When four suitors arrive to ask for the hands of Signor Di Lirio's three lovely daughters, the old gentleman agrees, as long as they have the approval of their mother. And that's where the problems begin—the old man's wife died three years ago, and he has gone so mad with grief that he still believes she is alive. However, one of the suitors is the town scoundrel, Giovio, who plays a series of kind-hearted but hilarious tricks that bring the father back to sanity and the intended couples together. Before all is done, the four men have been forced to dress up as their own mothers, and Giovio pretends to have died and appears as his own ghost to haunt to old man's home.

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May
24

LCCS High School Play - Deliriums Daughters (Copy)

When four suitors arrive to ask for the hands of Signor Di Lirio's three lovely daughters, the old gentleman agrees, as long as they have the approval of their mother. And that's where the problems begin—the old man's wife died three years ago, and he has gone so mad with grief that he still believes she is alive. However, one of the suitors is the town scoundrel, Giovio, who plays a series of kind-hearted but hilarious tricks that bring the father back to sanity and the intended couples together. Before all is done, the four men have been forced to dress up as their own mothers, and Giovio pretends to have died and appears as his own ghost to haunt to old man's home.

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May
27

Felting Class - Sheep

Felting Class - Sheep
$30.00

Come join Becky Daniels to create felted wool sheep! Monthly classes will be offered to felt other animals. You can create a full menagerie this summer. Wool dryer balls are a natural way to reduce wrinkles and static. No previous felting experience necessary.

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May
29

Open Mic Night

Join us for a lively evening of creativity and community at our all-ages Open Mic Night! Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, storyteller, or have a unique talent to share, our stage is open to all. Grab a drink from the bar, settle in, and enjoy the wide range of local voices and performances. Sign-ups start at the door—come early to claim your spot!

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Jun
10

Printmaking Class - Open Studio

Printmaking Open Studio
$25.00

Schedule:

  • April 8

  • May 13

  • June 10

  • July 8

  • August 12

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Sign up today—reserve your spot for a single session or grab the 5-class package for extra savings!

5-Class Package
$100.00

Unlock your creativity and save with the 5-class package, perfect for those looking to dive deeper into the art of print making.

What You Get:

  • Five 2-hour printmaking sessions (6:00 – 8:00 PM)

  • Pay for 4 classes, get 1 free—a great value for regular attendees

  • Access to all supplies needed

  • Guidance and tips from experienced instructors

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Jul
8

Printmaking Class - Open Studio

Printmaking Open Studio
$25.00

Schedule:

  • April 8

  • May 13

  • June 10

  • July 8

  • August 12

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Sign up today—reserve your spot for a single session or grab the 5-class package for extra savings!

5-Class Package
$100.00

Unlock your creativity and save with the 5-class package, perfect for those looking to dive deeper into the art of print making.

What You Get:

  • Five 2-hour printmaking sessions (6:00 – 8:00 PM)

  • Pay for 4 classes, get 1 free—a great value for regular attendees

  • Access to all supplies needed

  • Guidance and tips from experienced instructors

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Aug
12

Printmaking Class - Open Studio

Printmaking Open Studio
$25.00

Schedule:

  • April 8

  • May 13

  • June 10

  • July 8

  • August 12

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Sign up today—reserve your spot for a single session or grab the 5-class package for extra savings!

5-Class Package
$100.00

Unlock your creativity and save with the 5-class package, perfect for those looking to dive deeper into the art of print making.

What You Get:

  • Five 2-hour printmaking sessions (6:00 – 8:00 PM)

  • Pay for 4 classes, get 1 free—a great value for regular attendees

  • Access to all supplies needed

  • Guidance and tips from experienced instructors

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Apr
25

Hand Building Bowls (2 Part Class)

Part 2

Paint your own Pottery - Plates
$35.00

Explore your creativity in this fun and relaxed pottery painting workshop with instructor Lori Bowling! Each participant will paint a ceramic plate, using colorful underglaze techniques to create a soft ombré background and decorate with a variety of rubber stamps. Choose from an assortment of designs to match your personal style — whether you prefer bold, delicate, playful, or elegant looks, your plate will be a reflection of your own artistic interpretation.

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Apr
24

Open Mic Night

Every 4th Thursday of the Month
Hosted by Lake Cities’ own Pajama Party Band

Step into the spotlight or kick back —Open Mic Night is your chance to experience local talent up close.

Sing a song, share a poem, perform a monologue, play some music—or just come enjoy the show.
All experience levels welcome. Supportive vibes guaranteed.

Beer, wine, and soda are available for sale.
Great drinks, great talent, and a great night out.
Come for the creativity, stay for the community.

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Apr
11

Hand Building Bowls (2 Part Class)

Part 1

Paint your own Pottery - Plates
$35.00

Explore your creativity in this fun and relaxed pottery painting workshop with instructor Lori Bowling! Each participant will paint a ceramic plate, using colorful underglaze techniques to create a soft ombré background and decorate with a variety of rubber stamps. Choose from an assortment of designs to match your personal style — whether you prefer bold, delicate, playful, or elegant looks, your plate will be a reflection of your own artistic interpretation.

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Apr
10

Family Craft Night - Umbrella Painting

Umbrella Painting

Join us for Family Craft Night on April 9th as we turn plain white umbrellas into colorful masterpieces! Bring your creativity — we’ll bring the paint, brushes, and good vibes. All ages welcome for this fun, hands-on activity!

Let’s make a splash with color before the rain does!

Family Craft Nights - Monthly
$10.00
Family Craft Night - 6 Months
$50.00
Family Craft Nights: 12-Month Package
$100.00
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Apr
3

Drawing Class - Pet Portraits

This Pet Portrait class is the ideal class for all levels!

What’s a better way to honor our furry loved ones than drawing them! You will need to provide a clear photo of your friend either printed out or on a phone or tablet. The higher the quality of photo, the better!

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Mar
29

Arts & Crafts Supply Sale

Come to LCA and explore our used craft supplies we are selling!

All items will be for sale by donation! All funding from this event will go to improvements for our Art Cave! We hope to see you there!

If you are interested in volunteering for this event please let Genni Lynn know at gennil@lakecityarts.org.

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Mar
27

Open Mic Night

Join us for a night of talent! Whether you write songs, poetry, or play an instrument we want to see you on that stage!

Free admission with cash bar!

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CLOSED
Mar
19
to Mar 22

CLOSED

Lake City Arts will be closed this week. If you have any questions please email Genni Lynn at gennil@lakecityarts.com. Thank you for your patience!

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Mar
15

Hand Built Bowls (Part 1)

In this two part class you will hand build your own bowl using a mold! Lori will teach you the techniques of clay sculpting!

The first part of this class will be building your bowl out of clay. In the next part of the class you will glaze your bowl. The second part of this class is March 28th.

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Feb
4

Drawing Class - Basics

This class is perfect for the person who wants to explore art but gets stunted at the start...

DRAWING!

Anyone with little to no experience is the perfect student for this class. Katie will teach you the basics of drawing such as form, values, shading, and much more.

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Jan
25

Mike Henry - Watercolor Value and Light Workshop (Day 2)

Join Mike Henry as he gives step-by-step instruction in basic concepts that are fundamental to capturing the beauty that surrounds us!

All supplies included, but it is recommended that students bring a watercolor sketchbook. If you prefer to work in a different medium, feel free to bring your own supplies.

Mike is a master of using light and color in his pieces. He has received numerous awards and watercolor society memberships and his work has been featured in watercolor magazines.

We are so fortunate to have Mike bring his relaxed, straight-forward instructional style and ability to coach students of all abilities to Lake City Arts!

Topics we will cover:

  • warm-up by making a 10 step value scale

  • working with the same, simple composition, paint 3 watercolor sketches: high key, middle key, low key

  • set the mood and atmosphere by keying your tonal values

  • mapping 3 tonal values from a contour sketch

  • tie similar values together to make stronger shapes

  • create depth by using adjacent and contrasting values

  • orchestrate the light and dark values to make a dynamic composition

  • front light, top light, side light, ¾ light

  • manipulating values

  • counterchange

Mike will then help each student apply these concepts to create a larger final piece.

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Jan
24

Mike Henry - Watercolor Value and Light Workshop (Day 1)

Join Mike Henry as he gives step-by-step instruction in basic concepts that are fundamental to capturing the beauty that surrounds us!

All supplies included, but it is recommended that students bring a watercolor sketchbook. If you prefer to work in a different medium, feel free to bring your own supplies.

Mike is a master of using light and color in his pieces. He has received numerous awards and watercolor society memberships and his work has been featured in watercolor magazines.

We are so fortunate to have Mike bring his relaxed, straight-forward instructional style and ability to coach students of all abilities to Lake City Arts!

Topics we will cover:

  • warm-up by making a 10 step value scale

  • working with the same, simple composition, paint 3 watercolor sketches: high key, middle key, low key

  • set the mood and atmosphere by keying your tonal values

  • mapping 3 tonal values from a contour sketch

  • tie similar values together to make stronger shapes

  • create depth by using adjacent and contrasting values

  • orchestrate the light and dark values to make a dynamic composition

  • front light, top light, side light, ¾ light

  • manipulating values

  • counterchange

Mike will then help each student apply these concepts to create a larger final piece.

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Jan
23

Open Mic Night

Join us for a night of talent! Whether you write songs, poetry, or play an instrument we want to see you on that stage!

Free admission with cash bar!

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Jan
17

Italia Cuchina - Cooking Class

Italia Cuchina

Welcome to Italia Cuchina - the ultimate Italian culinary experience!

Bring your appetite, roll up your sleeves and put on your apron. This hands on cookking class is all about Italian peasent food. Rissotto and Frittatas. Come hungry and ready to experience the best of Italy right in your neighborhood at Italia Cuchina!

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