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Bihl Haus Arts Inc

LXCL:Bihl Haus Arts creates an inclusive community where seniors, veterans, neurodivergent creatives, and local artists connect, heal, and express themselves, driving cultural and personal growth throughout San Antonio.

Skill Level:All LevelsMedium:Mixed MediaEvent DescriptionA gentle, go-at-your-own-pace art class that blends simple breathing exercises with creative exploration. No art experience needed &mdash; this class is about slowing down, not skill-building. &nbsp;Each session opens with a short grounding meditation, moves into guided creative activities, and wraps up with optional reflection. Activities may include intuitive painting, mandalas, collage, nature sketching, and journaling with visual elements. &nbsp;This is a 3-session course running September 12, 19 &amp; 26. Adults 18+ only.

Meditative Art Instructor: Lauren Merceron

Skill Level:BeginnerMedium:Wire WorkEvent DescriptionExplore how to use wire to connect beads and construct chains, earrings, and closures. A great continuation from Jewelry: Stringing &mdash; though no prior experience is required to join. &nbsp;This is a 3-session course running September 12, 19 &amp; 26. Adults 18+ only. No prior experience required.

Jewelry: Wire & Chain Instructor: Denise McCoy

Skill Level:Beginner Welcome &middot; All levelsMedium:Acrylic PaintingEvent Description (copy/paste into Zeffy):Decalcomania is a surrealist painting technique that creates organic, dreamlike textures by pressing and pulling paint between surfaces. Used by Max Ernst to conjure strange landscapes and creatures from pure chance, this session invites you to find the fantastical hidden in the accidental. &nbsp;This is a standalone evening class &mdash; register for one, two, or all three Surreal Discovery sessions. No prior experience required. &nbsp;Adults 18+ only. All materials provided.

Surreal Discovery: Decalcomania Painting Instructor: Kat Shevchenko

Skill Level:Beginner Welcome &middot; All levelsMedium:Candle TechniqueEvent DescriptionExplore the surrealist technique of fumage &mdash; using candles to create mysterious, one-of-a-kind imagery on paper. Each mark is entirely unrepeatable, and that&#39;s what makes it magical. &nbsp;This is a standalone evening class &mdash; register for one, two, or all three Surreal Discovery sessions. No prior experience required. &nbsp;Kat Shevchenko is a San Antonio-based fine artist and illustrator whose work draws from surrealism, metaphysics, dreams, and the natural world. &nbsp;Adults 18+ only. All materials provided.

Surreal Discovery: Fumage Instructor: Kat Shevchenko

Skill Level:BeginnerMedium:Chalk Pastel on Colored Construction PaperEvent Description (copy/paste into Zeffy):Bring the iconic La Catrina to life using chalk pastels on colored construction paper. We&#39;ll practice drawing facial proportions and sketch our own facial features using a mirror as reference, then shade and blend with chalk pastels before adding color and detail to complete our stunning La Catrina portrait. &nbsp;Taught in English and Spanish by a master art teacher with 35+ years of experience. &nbsp;Adults 18+ only. All materials provided.

La Catrina: Chalk Pastel Portrait Instructor: Mary Lustri

Skill Level:BeginnerMedium:Textile &middot; Rit Dye &middot; Gulf WaxEvent Description&nbsp;A follow-up to Batik Class 1: Gradations in Black. Bring your piece to life with color &mdash; paint three layers of Gulf wax, dip in Rit Dye, and iron off the wax to reveal a vibrant, one-of-a-kind finished piece. A satisfying and dramatic conclusion to the batik process. &nbsp;Note: Prior attendance of Batik Class 1 is recommended but not required. Taught in English and Spanish. &nbsp;Adults 18+ only.

Batik: Adding Color with Dye Instructor: Mary Lustri

Skill Level:BeginnerMedium:PaintingEvent Description (copy/paste into Zeffy):Begin by exploring the world of botanical art, then put observation into practice through drawing exercises that emphasize looking closely at the intricate details of natural specimens. A great introduction to slowing down, seeing more, and capturing the natural world on paper. &nbsp;Taught by Kathleen Baker Pittman, a San Antonio-based artist with 30+ years of teaching experience. Her work is held in collections across the US, Mexico, and Australia. &nbsp;This 2-session course runs Friday September 11 and Saturday September 12. Adults 18+ only.

Botanical Drawing & Painting Instructor: Kathleen Baker Pittman

Skill Level:BeginnerMedium:Textile &middot; Wax &amp; DyeEvent Description&nbsp;Discover the ancient art of batik in this hands-on introductory workshop. You&#39;ll learn to apply wax to fabric to create a resist pattern, then dip your piece in black dye. Once the wax is ironed off, your one-of-a-kind design is revealed &mdash; bold, graphic, and entirely your own. Taught in English and Spanish by a master art teacher with 35+ years of experience. No experience needed, just a willingness to try something new. &nbsp;Adults 18+ only.

Batik: Gradations in Black Instructor Mary Lustri

Skill Level:Beginner Welcome &middot; All levelsMedium:Drawing &amp; Mark-MakingTap into your subconscious through guided drawing and mark-making exercises rooted in surrealist tradition. This session introduces organic, intuitive techniques designed to bypass the critical mind and unlock unexpected imagery. No &#39;right&#39; way to draw here &mdash; just discovery. &nbsp;This is a standalone evening class. Kat Shevchenko is a San Antonio-based fine artist and illustrator whose work draws from surrealism, metaphysics, dreams, and the natural world. &nbsp;Adults 18+ only. All materials provided.Confirmation Email Note:

Surreal Discovery: Organic Magic Drawing Instructor: Kat Shevchenko

Skill Level:BeginnerMedium:Mixed MediaA single-session workshop exploring Chicano/a heritage through the creation of personal altars and mixed media art. Drawing on traditions of devotion, storytelling, and cultural identity, participants will build their own altar pieces using a variety of materials and techniques. &nbsp;No experience needed &mdash; just an openness to creativity and cultural expression. Taught in English and Spanish. &nbsp;Adults 18+ only.

Altars & Chicano Art Instructor Naomi Palomo

BeginnerMedium:Beading &amp; FindingsA hands-on beginner series covering the essentials of jewelry assembly. Learn the fundamentals of stringing beads, including how to finish ends cleanly and securely. We&#39;ll also cover design principles and how to choose the right clasps and findings for your piece. &nbsp;This is a 3-session course running August 8, 15 &amp; 22. Adults 18+ only. No prior experience required.

Jewelry: Stringing Instructor: Denise McCoy

Join ceramic artist Sarah Connell&nbsp;Skill Level:BeginnerMedium:CeramicsEvent Description (copy/paste into Zeffy):A collaborative hands-on workshop where students carve their own original stamp designs into clay cylinders, then use those stamps to create decorative clay tiles. &nbsp;This community-centered session is taught by Bihl Haus Arts Teaching Artist Sarah Connell, whose work is rooted in nature, mindfulness, and the beauty of the natural world. &nbsp;This is a 3-session course running August 7, 14 &amp; 21. Adults 18+ only. No prior experience required.

Ceramic Stamp & Kintsugi Instructor Sarah Connell

Skill Level:Beginner &ndash; IntermediateMedium:DrawingEvent DescriptionExplore the fundamentals of portrait drawing through both traditional and contemporary approaches across three focused sessions. &nbsp;Day 1 introduces the classic Loomis method &mdash; learning to construct the head using proportion, structure, and anatomy. Day 2 shifts to the envelope method, focusing on observation, value, and intuitive mark-making to capture likeness and character. Day 3 puts it all together with a 90-minute live model session, where students work in the medium of their choice. &nbsp;Taught in English and Spanish by Liz Gomez, an Afro-Chicanx multidisciplinary artist and educator from San Antonio. This is a 3-session course running August 8, 15 &amp; 22. Adults 18+ only.

Portrait Drawing Intensive Instructor: Liz Gomez

Skill Level:All LevelsMedium:Mixed Media &mdash; Drawing, Ink, Collage, Writing, WatermediaA hands-on introduction to art journaling &mdash; a unique mix of writing, drawing, collage, and painting that helps you capture both what you see around you and how you feel inside. &nbsp;Students will learn how to start and maintain a personal art journal using mixed-media techniques, with a focus on exploring personal style, building creative confidence, and using journaling as a tool for self-expression and reflection. All in a relaxed, supportive environment. &nbsp;Taught by Angela N. Weddle, a multidisciplinary autistic and disabled visual artist based in San Antonio. This is a 3-session course running August 8, 15 &amp; 22. Adults 18+ only.

Creative Art Journaling Instructor: Angela Weddle

All skill levels welcome &mdash; whether it&#39;s your first time making something artistic or you&#39;re a seasoned zine maker. &nbsp;We&#39;ll kick things off with a quick intro to zines (think: miniature, handmade magazines that anyone can make), touch on their history, and then dive right in. You&#39;ll be collaging, painting, and drawing in your own mini booklet &mdash; and the topic is totally up to you. Random factoids, something you&#39;re passionate about, your favorite memes &mdash; there&#39;s no wrong way to make a zine, and that&#39;s the beauty of it. &nbsp;This is a 3-session course running August 7, 14 &amp; 21. Adults 18+ only. No prior experience required.

Canceled: What's a Zine? And How to Make One! Instructor Alycia Vargas

Bihl Haus Arts is an independent, community-driven space right here on Fredericksburg Road, but our impact stretches far beyond our gallery walls. We proudly serve the entire city of San Antonio&mdash;not only hosting vibrant programs right here at our home base 🎨, but bringing our free art programs directly to all senior centers throughout the city 👵🏼👴🏽.We aren&#39;t launching a complicated gala or corporate fundraiser. We just need to raise $2,500 before Thanksgiving 🦃 to keep these free community art programs running strong and fully supported across San Antonio through the end of the year.Choose an amount below to support local, barrier-free creativity 🖌️&mdash;every single dollar stays right here in our community, keeping our doors open and our outreach thriving! 💖

Bihl Haus Arts is an independent, community-driven space right here on Fredericksburg Road, but our impact stretches far beyond our gallery walls. We proudly serve the entire city of San Antonio—not only hosting vibrant programs right here at our home base 🎨, but bringing our free art programs directly to all senior centers throughout the city 👵🏼👴🏽.We aren't launching a complicated gala or corporate fundraiser. We just need to raise $2,500 before Thanksgiving 🦃 to keep these free community art programs running strong and fully supported across San Antonio through the end of the year.Choose an amount below to support local, barrier-free creativity 🖌️—every single dollar stays right here in our community, keeping our doors open and our outreach thriving! 💖

Bihl Haus Arts es un espacio independiente impulsado por la comunidad aqu&iacute; mismo en Fredericksburg Road, pero nuestro impacto se extiende mucho m&aacute;s all&aacute; de las paredes de nuestra galer&iacute;a. Servimos con orgullo a toda la ciudad de San Antonio, no solo al organizar programas vibrantes aqu&iacute; en nuestra base 🎨, sino llevando nuestros programas de arte gratuitos directamente a todos los centros para adultos mayores en toda la ciudad 👵🏼👴🏽.No estamos lanzando una gala complicada ni un recaudador de fondos corporativos. Solo necesitamos recaudar $2,500 antes del D&iacute;a de Acci&oacute;n de Gracias 🦃 para mantener estos programas de arte comunitarios gratuitos funcionando con fuerza y completamente apoyados en San Antonio hasta fin de a&ntilde;o.Elige un monto a continuaci&oacute;n para apoyar la creatividad local y sin barreras 🖌️; &iexcl;cada d&oacute;lar se queda aqu&iacute; en nuestra comunidad, manteniendo nuestras puertas abiertas y nuestra labor de alcance floreciendo! 💖

Bihl Haus Arts es un espacio independiente impulsado por la comunidad aquí mismo en Fredericksburg Road, pero nuestro impacto se extiende mucho más allá de las paredes de nuestra galería. Servimos con orgullo a toda la ciudad de San Antonio, no solo al organizar programas vibrantes aquí en nuestra base 🎨, sino llevando nuestros programas de arte gratuitos directamente a todos los centros para adultos mayores en toda la ciudad 👵🏼👴🏽.No estamos lanzando una gala complicada ni un recaudador de fondos corporativos. Solo necesitamos recaudar $2,500 antes del Día de Acción de Gracias 🦃 para mantener estos programas de arte comunitarios gratuitos funcionando con fuerza y completamente apoyados en San Antonio hasta fin de año.Elige un monto a continuación para apoyar la creatividad local y sin barreras 🖌️; ¡cada dólar se queda aquí en nuestra comunidad, manteniendo nuestras puertas abiertas y nuestra labor de alcance floreciendo! 💖

Attention Teachers &amp; Educators!Looking for a low-tech, high-impact project that gets students writing, creating, and thinking critically? Join us for a hands-on workshop on Zines in the Classroom!Zines (short for magazines) are miniature, handmade booklets created from a single sheet of paper. Rooted in DIY culture and grassroots publishing, they are the ultimate multi-disciplinary tool&mdash;perfect for student voice, creative assessment, visual storytelling, and cross-curricular projects in ELA, Social Studies, STEM, and the Arts.In this educator-focused session, you will:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Learn simple folding, cutting, and low-cost publishing techniques that work on any school photocopier.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Explore concrete lesson ideas, cross-curricular prompts, and low-stakes grading rubrics.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Experience the process firsthand by collaging, writing, and designing your own classroom mini-zine.</li></ul>No artistic background required! Whether you teach elementary, middle, or high school, you&rsquo;ll leave with classroom-ready templates, project ideas, and a finished sample to inspire your students.(Ages 18+ / For K&ndash;12 Educators &amp; School Staff)

What's a Zine? And How to Make One! Instructor Alycia Vargas

Explore the tradition of sacred hearts through repouss&eacute; art on metalLearn about the Sacred Heart as an important religious and artistic symbol, particularly within Mexican and Mexican-American Folk-Art traditions.Explore the concept of symbolism and how artists communicate ideas through imagery.Learn basic repouss&eacute;/metal embossing techniques to create raised and textured designs.Develop an original Sacred Heart design incorporating decorative texture elements and color. 🎨 This event supports Bihl Haus Arts&rsquo; mission to foster community through creative expression, especially with seniors, veterans, and local artists. Your registration helps keep accessible, healing arts programs thriving in our neighborhood. ❤️

Sacred Hearts: Repoussé Art on Metal

Celebrate the vibrant tradition of D&iacute;a de los Muertos with hands-on creativity! Join talented artisan Mary for a special Day of the Dead&ndash;themed batik workshop, where you&rsquo;ll learn the captivating, centuries-old art of wax-resist textile dyeing. Using iconic sugar skulls (calaveras) as your inspiration, Mary will guide you step-by-step through designing your pattern, applying molten wax, and layering rich, luminous fabric dyes. You&rsquo;ll explore the signature crackle and depth that make batiks so unique, all while celebrating the symbolism and festive spirit of the season. Whether you&rsquo;re an experienced maker or trying batik for the very first time, you&rsquo;ll walk away with new skills and your very own handmade, ready-to-display sugar skull textile masterpiece. The Bihl Haus Gallery is inside the Sorento Apartments. The entrance is through the gate.&nbsp;

Bihl Haus Arts Inc

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What's a Zine? And How to Make One! Instructor Alycia Vargas

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Sugar Skull Batiks: Instructor Mary Lustri

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