Events

Come enjoy Sensory Art Class with your Little. With specially researched activities focused on Early Childhood Development, children will learn through play on our Sensory Tables. Adults are encouraged to aid and assist their Little through this unique bonding experience.
Ages: 1-5
Ability Level: Beginner
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Date: 5/28/25
Time: 1-2pm
Members $15
Non Members $20
Parents/Guardians are required to stay and play with their little

Tired of using the boring spiral bound commercial art journals? Join Linda to create your own perfect personal sketchbook. No Sewing Required! Linda will guide you through a bookbinding technique that results in a nice "lie flat" book when opened to any page. Your finished project will provide you with plenty of space for your watercolor paintings. Suitable for mixed media work as well. All bookbinding tools will be provided by the instructor
Ages: Adult 18+
Ability Level: Beginner+
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Date: 05/31/2025
Time: 10am-1pm
Members $65
Non Members $75
Some items will need to be purchased by student ahead of class. See full course description on listing.

Up North Arts welcomes all Mahjongg players, Newbies to Mavens, for an afternoon of fun and fellowship! Players will need to have their 2025 National Mahjongg League card if you have it. If not, bring your 2024 card. Also, bring a Mahjongg set, if available. Enjoy an afternoon with fellow Mahjongg enthusiasts!
If purchasing more than one ticket, you will be required to provide names and emails of others you are purchasing for when you check out.
$10
All ability levels
Only 28 spots available

Design exquisite jewelry from your unique alcohol ink abstracts. Our process involves expertly blending and enhancing metallics with four pieces of art paper using vibrant alcohol inks.Participants will experience the thrill of crafting distinct jewelry, selecting from various pendant settings, earrings, bracelets, and rings, all accompanied by chains. All materials are provided, allowing each individual to create and take home three stunning jewelry pieces.
Only 15 seats available
Minimum enrollment of 4 needed, or class will be cancelled/rescheduled
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Members $70
Non Members $80
Minimum Enrollment 4

Enjoy the week at Up North Art’s Summer Camp
Explore this summer and expand your creativity. Campers will be challenged with different unique projects each day. Hone your skills or learn a new passion, all skill levels will find something new and fun. Activities will include painting, drawing, wood-burning, felting, printmaking, and so much more!

Ages: Grades 9-12
Ability Level: Beginner
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Date:6/16/25-6/19/25
Time: 9am-12pm
Members $65
Non Members $80

Spend the week at Up North Art’s Summer Camp
Start the summer off right with Up North Art’s. Campers will be exposed to a broad variety of art forms with different original projects finished every day. Activities will include painting, drawing, story-telling, felting, printmaking, and so much more!
Ages: Grades 5-8
Ability Level: Beginner
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Date:6/16/25-6/19/25
Time: 1pm-4pm
Members $65
Non Members $80

We will be creating a "Save the Honeybee" project. The design we create in class will use patterns we have used in our intro class and be similar to the one shown in the image We will have a brief prisma color lesson so we can add color to our design at the end if desired. This will be fun! We will have an intro to Zentangle for the first hour. The 2nd part of class will be an application with a spring organic flower arrangement. Learn new tangles and techniques. We will explore the beginnings of a ZIA (Zentangle® Inspired Art) piece. You will learn many organic tangles that grow as you draw. Bring your supplies from previous classes if you have them, additional supplies available to help you create a beautiful Zentangle® Garden. Some color pencil application and instruction may be shared.
Ages: 12+
Ability Level
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Date: June 21, 2025
Time: 10am-12:30pm
Members $35
Non Members $45
Additional Materials Fee Paid Directly to Teacher at beginning of class $10 for supplies that students will keep for themselves

Alcohol inks are a fascinating medium and the perfect choice to create stunning paintings of Asian fighting fish (betta fish). Using glossy black paper, compressed air, and a small brush, Julie will guide you through creating a beautiful diptych (two paintings). You don't need any prior experience to join the course. You will receive support and coaching during the class through demonstrations, classroom time, and personalized guidance. (All supplies included)

Ability Level: Beginner
Adult 18+
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Date: June 22, 2025
Time: 10am – 1pm
Members $60
Non Members $70

This session will be drawing/painting focused. All levels welcome.
Hone your skills or learn a new passion. This drawing and painting focused camp will challenge all skill levels. Perfect for the art enthusiast to frequent doodler. Campers will gain daily experience in charcoal, watercolor, acrylic, color theory, pastels, and much, much more!

Ages: Grades 5-12
Ability Level: Beginner
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Date:6/23/25-6/26/25
Time: 10am-12pm
Members $65
Non Members $80

Come create at Up North Art’s Summer Art Camp. Create this summer for a whole 4 days. Campers will gain experience in a variety of art forms with different original projects finished every day. Activities will include painting, drawing, story-telling, crafting, tie-dye, and much, much more!
Ages: Grades 1-4
Ability Level: Beginner
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Date:6/23/25-6/26/25
Time: 1pm-4pm
Members $65
Non Members $80

Create 2-3 watercolor botanicals, including roses, poppies, and delicate flowers. Each class teaches about watercolor paint and specific brush techniques, with demonstrations, coaching, and Arches watercolor paper provided.
July 10, 2025
Time: 5:30-8pm
Adult: 18+
Beginners
Students will need to purchase some supplies to bring to class. See full description on listing.
Members:$55
Non-Members: $65

Would you like to be a sponsor of the 2025 Color Fun Run?
If your business or organization would like to sponsor, please register to make a donation.
See description for various opportunity levels and the benefits

Get ready to deck the clay this summer with our festive Christmas in July Pottery Class! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned ceramicist, this merry workshop is the perfect way to beat the heat and unleash your creativity. Create holiday-themed pieces like ornaments, Christmas trees, mugs, and more.
13+ (Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
Ability Level: Beginner
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Dates: July 22nd 6-8 pm to create.
July 29th 6-8 pm to glaze projects
August 5th 6pm pick up finished pieces.

Time: 6-8pm
Members $40
Non Members $50

Hand Building Functional Pottery with Mandy Alsager
Previous students feel free to attend to create more of your favorite pieces.
In class we will create three functional pieces, a coffee mug, planter with planter saucer,
and nestling snack trays. Students will be able to explore different surface textures and
apply varied glazes.

The 1st week a mug, 2nd week a planter, and the 3rd week stacking trays all while
exploring different textures. The 4th week we will be glazing your beautiful creations, and
the 5th week pick up your finished pieces.

Ages: 17+

Ability Level: Beginner To Advanced

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Dates: 5 weeks – Wednesdays 8/6,8/13,8/20, 8/27, and 9/3

Time: 6-8pm
Members $120
Non Members $145

All materials will be provided; clay, tools, firings, glazes.

Up North Arts welcomes all Mahjongg players, Newbies to Mavens, for an afternoon of fun and fellowship! Players will need to have their 2025 National Mahjongg League card if you have it. If not, bring your 2024 card. Also, bring a Mahjongg set, if available. Enjoy an afternoon with fellow Mahjongg enthusiasts!
If purchasing more than one ticket, you will be required to provide names and emails of others you are purchasing for when you check out.
$10
All ability levels
Only 28 spots available

Spend the day learning to monoprint and layer printing techniques. Work on making papers and then cutting and collaging to create beautiful cards (Each student will be supplied with 3 Strathmore paper cards and envelopes). Stencils, exciting papers, and design ideas are provided.
August 14, 2025
Time: 10am-3pm
Adult: 18+
Beginners
Students will need to purchase some supplies to bring to class. See full description on listing.
Members:$85
Non-Members: $95

Day Class
Mondays
9/8, 15, 22, 29 & 10/6 & 13th
12:30-3pm
In this class you will learn the slab and coil methods as well as glazing techniques. This class is geared for both the beginner and the experienced potter. Projects are selected by the student.
Ages 12 and up
Purchase a membership for reduced fee and additional benefits
Member Fee: $135
Non-Member Fee: $170

NIGHT Class
Mondays
9/8, 15, 22, 29 & 10/6 & 13th
6:30-8pm
In this class you will learn the slab and coil methods as well as glazing techniques. This class is geared for both the beginner and the experienced potter. Projects are selected by the student.
Ages 12 and up
Purchase a membership for reduced fee and additional benefits
Member Fee: $135
Non-Member Fee: $170

Up North Arts welcomes all Mahjongg players, Newbies to Mavens, for an afternoon of fun and fellowship! Players will need to have their 2025 National Mahjongg League card if you have it. If not, bring your 2024 card. Also, bring a Mahjongg set, if available. Enjoy an afternoon with fellow Mahjongg enthusiasts!
If purchasing more than one ticket, you will be required to provide names and emails of others you are purchasing for when you check out.
$10
All ability levels
Only 28 spots available

Day Class
Mondays
October 20, 27  November 3, 10, 17, 24
12:30-3pm
In this class you will learn the slab and coil methods as well as glazing techniques. This class is geared for both the beginner and the experienced potter. Projects are selected by the student.
Ages 12 and up
Purchase a membership for reduced fee and additional benefits
Member Fee: $135
Non-Member Fee: $170

NIGHT Class
Mondays
October 20, 27  November 3, 10, 17, 24
6:30-8pm
In this class you will learn the slab and coil methods as well as glazing techniques. This class is geared for both the beginner and the experienced potter. Projects are selected by the student.
Ages 12 and up
Purchase a membership for reduced fee and additional benefits
Member Fee: $135
Non-Member Fee: $170