Unleash your creativity, regardless of your skill level! Our Creation Classes are developed and led by our talented HCAC artists, covering a variety of mediums including fused glass, painting, and jewelry making. Learn a new skill or simply unwind in a fun and engaging environment. Let your imagination run wild and create something amazing with us!
Class Instructor: Sheri Friedman
Class Title: Creative and Calm – Neurographic Drawing
Class Description: For many, art is inherently therapeutic. The act of creating can be a form of self-care, and it can also inspire a sense of calmness and clarity! In this workshop you will learn what Neurographic art is and create your own meditative drawing using art markers on paper.
This process uses a drawing technique that links the conscious with the subconscious. The result is an awareness and mindfulness that helps turn stress into calm, and can inspire fresh perspectives and clarity. Neurographic art does not require any drawing skill. While we value the final product, the process of artmaking is also beneficial. Just the act of making art is good for the brain because it decreases stress levels and increases focus. Neurographic art can look abstract or realistic. It doesn’t matter what style the end result is; what matters is how one approaches the activity. The goal is to promote calmness and clarity.
Sheri will guide you as you explore the process of drawing and coloring your artwork with Sharpies and art markers. All materials will be provided, and you will take home your finished piece along with the ability to create your own Neurographic drawings anytime you want to refocus and relax.
Duration: Two Hours
Time & Date: 5-7 pm on Saturday, May 31, 2025
Class Location: 225 Church Street #204, Waynesville, NC 28786
Parking: Guests are asked to park in the gravel lot above the building.
Class Cost: $45
Ages 18+
Class Instructor: Allison Miller
Class Title: Stenciled Home Decor
Class Description: Join us for a beginner-friendly class where you will learn to stencil your own creative home decor!
Learn to stencil with high-quality acrylic paint onto canvas and/or wood to create unique home decor. By the end of the class, you will go home with a hand-painted/stenciled home decor sign (design of your choosing) that can be displayed on a shelf or on the wall.
Learning to create a crisp, clear imprint from a stencil requires a bit of practice and patience. Once the skill is quickly mastered, creating home decor that’s welcoming, cozy, and attractive…or sassy, funky, and fun!…is easy and gratifying.
This class will start with learning a basic stippling technique, discussing various items that can be stenciled, reviewing different paints that can be used, and demonstrating how to mix and match stencils to create something utterly unique. The remainder of the class will be your opportunity to choose a design and color scheme and then create your own home decor sign.
Wear a painting smock or work shirt that can get paint on it!
Duration: Two Hours
Time & Date: 6:30-8:30pm on Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Class Location: Folkmoot Room A-11. 112 Virginia Ave. Building B, Waynesville, NC 28786
Class Cost: $30
Ages 16+
Class Instructor: Debbie Mills
Class Title: Beginners’ Bushel Basketry
Class Description: Create your own Bushel Basket! Students will work from a kit prepared by instructor Debbie Mills. Learn the basics like laying out the base, handle placement, upending spokes, weaving sides, and finishing the basket rim. All techniques will be demonstrated during class so you can follow along. This class is beginner-friendly! All materials will be measured and cut by the instructor so you can focus on learning the basics of creating your basket.
Basket weaving is a messy craft, so please wear old clothes or an apron and bring a towel.
This class takes place in the artist’s studio, so space is limited.
Duration: Five Hours
Time & Date: 11 am – 4 pm on Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Class Location: 29 Rockwood Road, Waynesville, 28786
Class Cost: $75
Ages 18+
Please Note: Creation Class registration is non-refundable. Please make sure you are able to attend before registering!
Your bank statement may say “GIVEBUTTER *HAYWOOD CO” if you donated by credit or debit card, or “PAYPAL GIVEBUTTER or VENMO *GIVEBUTTER. All of the money raised through the Give Butter platform comes to Haywood County Arts Council.
If you choose to pay by check, please mail or drop off your donation at:
Haywood County Arts Council: 86 N. Main Street Waynesville, NC 28786
More to be listed, check back soon!
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Join the Haywood County Art Council’s Paint & Sip program at Church Street Studios for a fun and creative experience! Enjoy painting vibrant, themed subjects in our welcoming classroom space while sipping on a refreshing mocktail from the Roll Up Herbal Bar—it’s all included in your ticket!
Class Description: Join us for a Paint & Sip with instructors Clay & Patricia! Enjoy acrylic painting in a relaxed, positive and fun environment of a cute highland cow! All materials provided and the project is designed for success for all levels. Each guest will receive one free mocktail from Roll Up Herbal Bar.
Duration: Two Hours
Time & Date: 6-8 pm on Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Class Location: 225 Church Street #204, Waynesville, NC 28786
Parking: Guests are asked to park in the gravel lot above the building.
Class Cost: $45 per person
Ages 8+
About Roll Up Herbal Bar: Every single drink that we serve is made from scratch with quality, mostly organic ingredients. It’s crafted with intention to be as visually appealing, well-balanced, and refreshing as possible. Mocktails are my passion, and I’m so excited to share that with you!
Please Note: Paint & Sip registration is non-refundable. Please make sure you are able to attend before registering!
Your bank statement may say “GIVEBUTTER *HAYWOOD CO” if you donated by credit or debit card, or “PAYPAL GIVEBUTTER or VENMO *GIVEBUTTER. All of the money raised through the Give Butter platform comes to Haywood County Arts Council.
If you choose to pay by check, please mail or drop off your donation at:
Haywood County Arts Council: 86 N. Main Street Waynesville, NC 28786
More to be listed, check back soon!
Tickets are made available closer to the class date. Sign up for our newsletter on the homepage to receive the most up-to-date offerings.
The mission of Folkmoot USA is to celebrate many cultures and champion arts, education, creative entrepreneurship, and tradition.
Folkmoot USA has grown to include year-round programming at its headquarters in the former Hazelwood Elementary School. This Folkmoot Friendship Center is a diverse, inclusive community-based arts organization that hosts 10 artist and community organization studio spaces.
112 Virginia Avenue
Waynesville, NC 28786.
To promote artists, art education, and innovation in art.
Monday – Saturday: 10 am – 5 pm
Sundays: 11 am – 4 pm
