Art Classes, Workshops & Gatherings

Come explore your creativity at gallery840.  All the events listed below are in-person at the gallery.  Coffee, tea, music, and great conversations about art are to be expected.   There is complementary parking behind the building. We enjoy proving a colorful space for creatives to gather!          

Winter Barn PaintingWorkshop

DATE:  Dec 5, 2024 6-8:30pm

Create a magical winter scene with country barn.  Wendy will guide you with step-by step instructions to get started and then give you time to add your own creative embellishments.   All supplies included- acrylic paints & 11x14” canvas. “Paint & sip” style workshop- Coffee, Tea & Hot chocolate. Max. 12 attendees.


DETAILS

Registration Deadline: 2 days before the class

Location: in-person at gallery840

Parking:  Complementary parking behind the building.

Maximum number of attendees: 12

Questions: email artistartist@gallery840.net

Nature Inspired Holiday Ornament Workshop

DATE:  Dec 6, 2024 1-3pm

Participants can create unique holiday ornaments using materials from the outdoors like dried flowers, feathers, stones, paint and other mixed media. Participant will learn a bit about mixed media materials and how to incorporate a playful and whimsical design for fun, gifts and keepsake item.  Instructor:  Moriah Mylod


DETAILS

Registration Deadline: 2 days before the class

Location: in-person at gallery840

Parking:  Complementary parking behind the building.

Maximum number of attendees: 8

Questions: email artist@gallery840.net

Paint your Own Christmas Ornament

DATE:  Dec 5, 2024 11:30-5:00- stop in any time

Choose from a variety of ceramic Christmas ornaments or wood square.  Use our paints and brushes to make a beautiful keepsake for holiday decor.  Walk-in or register ahead of time.  Moderator:  Wendy Stoudt


DETAILS

Registration Deadline: 2 days before the class

Location: in-person at gallery840

Parking:  Complementary parking behind the building.

Maximum number of attendees: 8

Questions: email artist@gallery840.net

Holiday Watercolor Wreath Painting

DATES:  Dec 13, 2024 4-6pm

Learn the basic strokes of watercolor and created some beautiful wreath paintings.  Use your designs for cards, wall art and much more. All supplies are provided. Appropriate for pre-teen to adult.   Moderated by Kristin D.  


DETAILS

Registration Deadline: 2 days before the class

Location: in-person at gallery840

Parking:  Complementary parking behind the building.

Maximum number of attendees: 8

Questions: email KristinD@gallery840.net

Watercolor Exploration:  A & B workshops

DATES:  Watercolor A- returning in January

  Watercolor B- returning in January

Experience the movement of classic watercolor and explore what this medium can do in these 2 hour art classes guided by Kristin. Workshop A and B will each look at 6 different unique watercolor techniques. Take either workshop or both. All supplies are provided. Beginner. Appropriate for pre-teen to adult.   Moderated by Kristin D.  


DETAILS

Registration Deadline: 2 days before the class

Location: in-person at gallery840

Parking:  Complementary parking behind the building.

Maximum number of attendees: 12

Questions: email KristinD@gallery840.net

Flat Brush Norwegian Rosemaling Workshop

DATE:  tbd

Join Kristin Kjorlaug on an exploration of the flat brush in the Norwegian Rosemaling Style of Painting. This is an introductory class. All supplies included


DETAILS

Registration Deadline: 2 days before the class

Location: in-person at gallery840

Parking:  Complementary parking behind the building.

Maximum number of attendees: 9

Questions: email KristinD@gallery840.net

Round Brush Norwegian Rosemaling Workshop

DATE:  tbd

Learn the beautiful leaf and flower paint strokes inspired by the Norwegian art of Rosemaling. Kristin will guide you through learning and practicing these folk art strokes.  This is an introductory class

DETAILS

Skill level: no prior experience needed

Supplies: Provided by the gallery

Registration Deadline: 2 days prior

Maximum number of painters: 9

Questions: email KristinD@gallery840.net

Art & Faith Book Discussion

DATE:  tbd.  Email Kristin for details

Come read a chapter with us and discuss how art and faith coexist in our local community. This gathering is great for teens and adults who appreciate art. You do not need to own the book to attend, but we suspect you will want to once you start this journey.  Each chapter will stand alone, so feel free to step in at any point.  We plan to continue this gathering once a month.  Moderated by Kristin D.     


DETAILS

Cost: Complementary 

Ages: open to adults and teens

Supplies: Optional--Bring your copy of the book or contact the gallery to order one. 

Registration: none required, but email Kristin if possible

Maximum number of attendees: 12

Questions: email KristinD@gallery840.net

LV Plein Air Painters 

DATE:  check back in 2025

Always wanted to paint outside but not by yourself? Gather your art supplies and meet up with other artists to draw, sketch and paint outside.  We will be sharing tips to make this a great learning and growing experience.  You will be emailed the Lehigh Valley location each week.  In the event of rain we will meet at the gallery and paint from a projected image.  Membership also gives you access to a private Facebook Group for sharing work and events.  Moderated by Wendy S..     


DETAILS

Cost: $25 membership fee

Ages: adults

Skill Level:  all welcome, no previous outdoor painting experience required. 

Supplies: Use your own favorite art materials. . Learn about new options

Registration:  At least 2 days prior to the gathering to receive the location on time.

Maximum number of attendees: none, though space in the gallery will be limited.

Questions: email artist@gallery840.net

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We would love to host your birthday party, bridal party painting event, friends gathering or corporate team building event.  Let's start planning!