Scratch Off Card
Running out of time to finish your holiday shopping? Create handmade holiday cards with a surprise inside – a scratch-off panel that reveals a promised gift, special experience, or personal message! We'll show you how to create the scratch-off effect and add your own creative touches to make each card truly unique. Perfect for last-minute gift giving and a thoughtful, creative way to share future adventures, experiences and things worth waiting for. No experience is necessary. All materials are included.
Capacity: 16 students. Minimum: 4 students. Ages: 16+ (9–15 yrs if accompanied by an adult also taking the workshop).
Known to her younger students as “Miss Paige,” Paige Kleinfelder brings creativity, energy, and a deep love for the arts to her role as Education Director. She plans and manages a wide range of educational programs for all ages including After School Arts and Summer Art Camp. Paige first joined the Hoyt in 2017 as Assistant Education Coordinator and has since worn many hats, including Outreach Director. Along the way, she’s continued to lead favorite programs like Art’s Club and Creative Play workshops.
A graduate of Elmira College with a degree in Studio Art, Paige previously served as Education Coordinator for the Butler Art Center. She’s also an accomplished painter whose oil works – often inspired by local signs and landmarks – can be seen on display at the Lawrence County Courthouse.
Celebrate the colors and traditions of Día de los Muertos in this creative family workshop! Learn about the meaning and customs of the Day of the Dead as you decorate a real sugar skull with colorful royal icing. Then create a festive wearable skull mask using bright colors, patterns, and decorative details inspired by this joyful celebration. The workshop includes a reading of Día de los Muertos by Roseanne Greenfield Thong. All materials are included.
Capacity: 20 students. Minimum: 8 students.
Twist, bend, and shape wire into an amazing animal sculpture that just might leap, flap or slither its way off the table! Learn simple wire-working techniques as you build your one-of-a-kind sculpture. As your animal takes shape, you'll discover how to create strong forms and add fun details that give your animal its own unique personality. Perfect for young artists who like to work with their hands or build. All materials are included.
Capacity: 16 students. Minimum: 5 students. Ages: 3–12.
Discover the art of relief carving and design your very own custom stamps! Using smooth rubber blocks, you'll learn to transfer your design, handle carving tools safely, and carve with precision. With all tools and guidance provided, you'll create and test two unique, handmade stamps to take home.
Capacity: 16 students. Minimum: 4 students. Ages 14+ (Ages 8-13 welcome if accompanied by an adult taking the course).