Our members share their creativity and talents by presenting hands-on workshops related to a variety of artistic endeavors throughout the year. The workshops are open to the general population along with interested members.

Now is the time to get ready to learn some new creative techniques! Plan ahead for upcoming artist inspired workshops!

Contact Barbara Hagerman for more info at
hagermich@tds.net

Complete List of Workshops February – May 2026

• 02/28/ 2026    Painted Paper Collage Cathy Stedman

• 03/28/ 2026    Tape Art/Mixed Media    Beth Courtwright Detwiler

• 04/25/ 2026    Japanese Brush Painting    Nori Thorne

• 05/30/ 2026    Pet Caricatures in Pen and Ink   Rita Bingham"

Programs

February presentation - Margaret Matter - World Water Day - Art Inspiration.  Margaret is a new member of El Valle. A retired Civil Engineer and Hydrologist, she will be making a presentation regarding World Water Day.  As desert dwellers we are all aware of the importance of water in our ecosystem.  Margaret will talk about the importance of World Water Day in the Verde River system and discuss water as creative inspiration, giving voice to silent subjects through the arts.

World Water Day is March 22.