BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Turchin Center for the Visual Arts - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Turchin Center for the Visual Arts X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Turchin Center for the Visual Arts REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184706 CREATED:20260123T151415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T151419Z UID:10001748-1773770400-1773775800@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us from 6-7:30pm on Tuesdays throughout the semester at the Turchin Center for Paint Night artmaking workshops led by Appalachian State University student instructors Reese Clemons and Dani Juarez. \nPaint Night activities will be equally accessible\, with a focus on exploring a variety of techniques and painting together. Open to all skill levels. \nAll workshops are are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nSpace is limited. Registration is required and closes at 12pm on the day prior to the workshop. Confirmation will be sent. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending App State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte\, NC. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A native Chicagoan\, Dani Juarez is a career educator and an art teacher who can’t choose just one medium. With a BA in Art Therapy\, she is currently in the App State Masters Program for School Counseling.  Her personal experience with therapy had a deep impact on her life\, motivating her to become the kind of support she once needed as a child. Her goal is to foster self-awareness and confidence in her students\, enabling them to recognize their value and build a foundation for happiness and success. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night-2/2026-03-17/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260123T153712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T153716Z UID:10001764-1772892000-1772899200@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Drop-In Artmaking DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity flow! \nDrop-in Artmaking offers a relaxed\, welcoming space to experiment with art materials and explore your creativity. Sessions take place in the Moskowitz Gallery on Fridays and in Room 3002 on Saturdays\, and everyone is invited—no matter your experience level. \nWorkshops are led by Appalachian State University student instructors Zoe Efthymiou and Finn Jones. All workshops are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoe Efthymiou is a mixed‑media artist from Charlotte\, NC\, currently studying Art Management at Appalachian State University. Her creative practice spans makeup\, collage\, drawing\, and painting\, often drawing inspiration from television and dreamlike imagery. She’s eager to give back to her community through this internship and to bring the skills she’s developed in college into a professional environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Finn Jones\, originally from Halifax County\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in Special Education at Appalachian State University. His artwork centers on themes of mental health and neurodiversity\, aiming to help others feel understood and represented. Working in mixed media\, Finn incorporates scrapbooking\, painting\, spray paint\, paint markers\, colored pencils\, and 3D elements into his pieces. His work has been featured in the Scholastic Art Fair and the Cary Gallery of Artists\, and he has also sold pieces at an art market. A highlight of his early career was receiving the Susan Ellis Roberts Art Scholarship upon graduating from Green Level High School. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/drop-in-artmaking/2026-03-07/ LOCATION:Moskowitz Gallery CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260126T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T211930Z UID:10001796-1772811000-1772816400@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Blazing Easels DESCRIPTION:BLAZING EASELS is designed as a program for children grades 2-6. Classes will run on Fridays from 3:30-5pm\, February 13-April 17. \nInstructors are all Appalachian State University students\, and teach from the contemporary art exhibitions on display at the Turchin Center. \nCost for the semester is $40; all materials are included.  Registration is required. \nScholarships are available\, contact Christy Chenausky for more information at chenauskyc@appstate.edu. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending Appalachian State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte\, NC. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raleigh Shupe\, originally from Greensboro\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in business management and a minor in studio arts at Appalachian State University. She has a passion for working with creative minds and guiding others to feel confident in their own artistic abilities.  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/blazing-easels-2/2026-03-06/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Christy Chenausky":MAILTO:chenauskyc@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260123T153712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T153716Z UID:10001763-1772805600-1772812800@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Drop-In Artmaking DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity flow! \nDrop-in Artmaking offers a relaxed\, welcoming space to experiment with art materials and explore your creativity. Sessions take place in the Moskowitz Gallery on Fridays and in Room 3002 on Saturdays\, and everyone is invited—no matter your experience level. \nWorkshops are led by Appalachian State University student instructors Zoe Efthymiou and Finn Jones. All workshops are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoe Efthymiou is a mixed‑media artist from Charlotte\, NC\, currently studying Art Management at Appalachian State University. Her creative practice spans makeup\, collage\, drawing\, and painting\, often drawing inspiration from television and dreamlike imagery. She’s eager to give back to her community through this internship and to bring the skills she’s developed in college into a professional environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Finn Jones\, originally from Halifax County\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in Special Education at Appalachian State University. His artwork centers on themes of mental health and neurodiversity\, aiming to help others feel understood and represented. Working in mixed media\, Finn incorporates scrapbooking\, painting\, spray paint\, paint markers\, colored pencils\, and 3D elements into his pieces. His work has been featured in the Scholastic Art Fair and the Cary Gallery of Artists\, and he has also sold pieces at an art market. A highlight of his early career was receiving the Susan Ellis Roberts Art Scholarship upon graduating from Green Level High School. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/drop-in-artmaking/2026-03-06/ LOCATION:Moskowitz Gallery CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260123T151415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T151419Z UID:10001747-1772560800-1772566200@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us from 6-7:30pm on Tuesdays throughout the semester at the Turchin Center for Paint Night artmaking workshops led by Appalachian State University student instructors Reese Clemons and Dani Juarez. \nPaint Night activities will be equally accessible\, with a focus on exploring a variety of techniques and painting together. Open to all skill levels. \nAll workshops are are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nSpace is limited. Registration is required and closes at 12pm on the day prior to the workshop. Confirmation will be sent. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending App State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte\, NC. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A native Chicagoan\, Dani Juarez is a career educator and an art teacher who can’t choose just one medium. With a BA in Art Therapy\, she is currently in the App State Masters Program for School Counseling.  Her personal experience with therapy had a deep impact on her life\, motivating her to become the kind of support she once needed as a child. Her goal is to foster self-awareness and confidence in her students\, enabling them to recognize their value and build a foundation for happiness and success. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night-2/2026-03-03/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260123T153712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T153716Z UID:10001762-1772287200-1772294400@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Drop-In Artmaking DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity flow! \nDrop-in Artmaking offers a relaxed\, welcoming space to experiment with art materials and explore your creativity. Sessions take place in the Moskowitz Gallery on Fridays and in Room 3002 on Saturdays\, and everyone is invited—no matter your experience level. \nWorkshops are led by Appalachian State University student instructors Zoe Efthymiou and Finn Jones. All workshops are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoe Efthymiou is a mixed‑media artist from Charlotte\, NC\, currently studying Art Management at Appalachian State University. Her creative practice spans makeup\, collage\, drawing\, and painting\, often drawing inspiration from television and dreamlike imagery. She’s eager to give back to her community through this internship and to bring the skills she’s developed in college into a professional environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Finn Jones\, originally from Halifax County\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in Special Education at Appalachian State University. His artwork centers on themes of mental health and neurodiversity\, aiming to help others feel understood and represented. Working in mixed media\, Finn incorporates scrapbooking\, painting\, spray paint\, paint markers\, colored pencils\, and 3D elements into his pieces. His work has been featured in the Scholastic Art Fair and the Cary Gallery of Artists\, and he has also sold pieces at an art market. A highlight of his early career was receiving the Susan Ellis Roberts Art Scholarship upon graduating from Green Level High School. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/drop-in-artmaking/2026-02-28/ LOCATION:Moskowitz Gallery CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260126T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T211930Z UID:10001795-1772206200-1772211600@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Blazing Easels DESCRIPTION:BLAZING EASELS is designed as a program for children grades 2-6. Classes will run on Fridays from 3:30-5pm\, February 13-April 17. \nInstructors are all Appalachian State University students\, and teach from the contemporary art exhibitions on display at the Turchin Center. \nCost for the semester is $40; all materials are included.  Registration is required. \nScholarships are available\, contact Christy Chenausky for more information at chenauskyc@appstate.edu. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending Appalachian State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte\, NC. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raleigh Shupe\, originally from Greensboro\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in business management and a minor in studio arts at Appalachian State University. She has a passion for working with creative minds and guiding others to feel confident in their own artistic abilities.  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/blazing-easels-2/2026-02-27/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Christy Chenausky":MAILTO:chenauskyc@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260123T153712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T153716Z UID:10001761-1772200800-1772208000@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Drop-In Artmaking DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity flow! \nDrop-in Artmaking offers a relaxed\, welcoming space to experiment with art materials and explore your creativity. Sessions take place in the Moskowitz Gallery on Fridays and in Room 3002 on Saturdays\, and everyone is invited—no matter your experience level. \nWorkshops are led by Appalachian State University student instructors Zoe Efthymiou and Finn Jones. All workshops are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoe Efthymiou is a mixed‑media artist from Charlotte\, NC\, currently studying Art Management at Appalachian State University. Her creative practice spans makeup\, collage\, drawing\, and painting\, often drawing inspiration from television and dreamlike imagery. She’s eager to give back to her community through this internship and to bring the skills she’s developed in college into a professional environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Finn Jones\, originally from Halifax County\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in Special Education at Appalachian State University. His artwork centers on themes of mental health and neurodiversity\, aiming to help others feel understood and represented. Working in mixed media\, Finn incorporates scrapbooking\, painting\, spray paint\, paint markers\, colored pencils\, and 3D elements into his pieces. His work has been featured in the Scholastic Art Fair and the Cary Gallery of Artists\, and he has also sold pieces at an art market. A highlight of his early career was receiving the Susan Ellis Roberts Art Scholarship upon graduating from Green Level High School. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/drop-in-artmaking/2026-02-27/ LOCATION:Moskowitz Gallery CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260123T151415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T151419Z UID:10001746-1771956000-1771961400@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us from 6-7:30pm on Tuesdays throughout the semester at the Turchin Center for Paint Night artmaking workshops led by Appalachian State University student instructors Reese Clemons and Dani Juarez. \nPaint Night activities will be equally accessible\, with a focus on exploring a variety of techniques and painting together. Open to all skill levels. \nAll workshops are are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nSpace is limited. Registration is required and closes at 12pm on the day prior to the workshop. Confirmation will be sent. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending App State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte\, NC. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A native Chicagoan\, Dani Juarez is a career educator and an art teacher who can’t choose just one medium. With a BA in Art Therapy\, she is currently in the App State Masters Program for School Counseling.  Her personal experience with therapy had a deep impact on her life\, motivating her to become the kind of support she once needed as a child. Her goal is to foster self-awareness and confidence in her students\, enabling them to recognize their value and build a foundation for happiness and success. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night-2/2026-02-24/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260123T153712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T153716Z UID:10001760-1771682400-1771689600@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Drop-In Artmaking DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity flow! \nDrop-in Artmaking offers a relaxed\, welcoming space to experiment with art materials and explore your creativity. Sessions take place in the Moskowitz Gallery on Fridays and in Room 3002 on Saturdays\, and everyone is invited—no matter your experience level. \nWorkshops are led by Appalachian State University student instructors Zoe Efthymiou and Finn Jones. All workshops are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoe Efthymiou is a mixed‑media artist from Charlotte\, NC\, currently studying Art Management at Appalachian State University. Her creative practice spans makeup\, collage\, drawing\, and painting\, often drawing inspiration from television and dreamlike imagery. She’s eager to give back to her community through this internship and to bring the skills she’s developed in college into a professional environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Finn Jones\, originally from Halifax County\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in Special Education at Appalachian State University. His artwork centers on themes of mental health and neurodiversity\, aiming to help others feel understood and represented. Working in mixed media\, Finn incorporates scrapbooking\, painting\, spray paint\, paint markers\, colored pencils\, and 3D elements into his pieces. His work has been featured in the Scholastic Art Fair and the Cary Gallery of Artists\, and he has also sold pieces at an art market. A highlight of his early career was receiving the Susan Ellis Roberts Art Scholarship upon graduating from Green Level High School. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/drop-in-artmaking/2026-02-21/ LOCATION:Moskowitz Gallery CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260126T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T211930Z UID:10001794-1771601400-1771606800@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Blazing Easels DESCRIPTION:BLAZING EASELS is designed as a program for children grades 2-6. Classes will run on Fridays from 3:30-5pm\, February 13-April 17. \nInstructors are all Appalachian State University students\, and teach from the contemporary art exhibitions on display at the Turchin Center. \nCost for the semester is $40; all materials are included.  Registration is required. \nScholarships are available\, contact Christy Chenausky for more information at chenauskyc@appstate.edu. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending Appalachian State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte\, NC. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raleigh Shupe\, originally from Greensboro\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in business management and a minor in studio arts at Appalachian State University. She has a passion for working with creative minds and guiding others to feel confident in their own artistic abilities.  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/blazing-easels-2/2026-02-20/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Christy Chenausky":MAILTO:chenauskyc@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260123T153712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T153716Z UID:10001759-1771596000-1771603200@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Drop-In Artmaking DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity flow! \nDrop-in Artmaking offers a relaxed\, welcoming space to experiment with art materials and explore your creativity. Sessions take place in the Moskowitz Gallery on Fridays and in Room 3002 on Saturdays\, and everyone is invited—no matter your experience level. \nWorkshops are led by Appalachian State University student instructors Zoe Efthymiou and Finn Jones. All workshops are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoe Efthymiou is a mixed‑media artist from Charlotte\, NC\, currently studying Art Management at Appalachian State University. Her creative practice spans makeup\, collage\, drawing\, and painting\, often drawing inspiration from television and dreamlike imagery. She’s eager to give back to her community through this internship and to bring the skills she’s developed in college into a professional environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Finn Jones\, originally from Halifax County\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in Special Education at Appalachian State University. His artwork centers on themes of mental health and neurodiversity\, aiming to help others feel understood and represented. Working in mixed media\, Finn incorporates scrapbooking\, painting\, spray paint\, paint markers\, colored pencils\, and 3D elements into his pieces. His work has been featured in the Scholastic Art Fair and the Cary Gallery of Artists\, and he has also sold pieces at an art market. A highlight of his early career was receiving the Susan Ellis Roberts Art Scholarship upon graduating from Green Level High School. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/drop-in-artmaking/2026-02-20/ LOCATION:Moskowitz Gallery CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260123T151415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T151419Z UID:10001745-1771351200-1771356600@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us from 6-7:30pm on Tuesdays throughout the semester at the Turchin Center for Paint Night artmaking workshops led by Appalachian State University student instructors Reese Clemons and Dani Juarez. \nPaint Night activities will be equally accessible\, with a focus on exploring a variety of techniques and painting together. Open to all skill levels. \nAll workshops are are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nSpace is limited. Registration is required and closes at 12pm on the day prior to the workshop. Confirmation will be sent. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending App State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte\, NC. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A native Chicagoan\, Dani Juarez is a career educator and an art teacher who can’t choose just one medium. With a BA in Art Therapy\, she is currently in the App State Masters Program for School Counseling.  Her personal experience with therapy had a deep impact on her life\, motivating her to become the kind of support she once needed as a child. Her goal is to foster self-awareness and confidence in her students\, enabling them to recognize their value and build a foundation for happiness and success. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night-2/2026-02-17/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184707 CREATED:20260123T153712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T153716Z UID:10001758-1771077600-1771084800@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Drop-In Artmaking DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity flow! \nDrop-in Artmaking offers a relaxed\, welcoming space to experiment with art materials and explore your creativity. Sessions take place in the Moskowitz Gallery on Fridays and in Room 3002 on Saturdays\, and everyone is invited—no matter your experience level. \nWorkshops are led by Appalachian State University student instructors Zoe Efthymiou and Finn Jones. All workshops are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoe Efthymiou is a mixed‑media artist from Charlotte\, NC\, currently studying Art Management at Appalachian State University. Her creative practice spans makeup\, collage\, drawing\, and painting\, often drawing inspiration from television and dreamlike imagery. She’s eager to give back to her community through this internship and to bring the skills she’s developed in college into a professional environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Finn Jones\, originally from Halifax County\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in Special Education at Appalachian State University. His artwork centers on themes of mental health and neurodiversity\, aiming to help others feel understood and represented. Working in mixed media\, Finn incorporates scrapbooking\, painting\, spray paint\, paint markers\, colored pencils\, and 3D elements into his pieces. His work has been featured in the Scholastic Art Fair and the Cary Gallery of Artists\, and he has also sold pieces at an art market. A highlight of his early career was receiving the Susan Ellis Roberts Art Scholarship upon graduating from Green Level High School. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/drop-in-artmaking/2026-02-14/ LOCATION:Moskowitz Gallery CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20260126T211722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T211930Z UID:10001792-1770996600-1771002000@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Blazing Easels DESCRIPTION:BLAZING EASELS is designed as a program for children grades 2-6. Classes will run on Fridays from 3:30-5pm\, February 13-April 17. \nInstructors are all Appalachian State University students\, and teach from the contemporary art exhibitions on display at the Turchin Center. \nCost for the semester is $40; all materials are included.  Registration is required. \nScholarships are available\, contact Christy Chenausky for more information at chenauskyc@appstate.edu. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending Appalachian State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte\, NC. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raleigh Shupe\, originally from Greensboro\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in business management and a minor in studio arts at Appalachian State University. She has a passion for working with creative minds and guiding others to feel confident in their own artistic abilities.  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/blazing-easels-2/2026-02-13/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Christy Chenausky":MAILTO:chenauskyc@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20260123T153712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T153716Z UID:10001757-1770991200-1770998400@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Drop-In Artmaking DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity flow! \nDrop-in Artmaking offers a relaxed\, welcoming space to experiment with art materials and explore your creativity. Sessions take place in the Moskowitz Gallery on Fridays and in Room 3002 on Saturdays\, and everyone is invited—no matter your experience level. \nWorkshops are led by Appalachian State University student instructors Zoe Efthymiou and Finn Jones. All workshops are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoe Efthymiou is a mixed‑media artist from Charlotte\, NC\, currently studying Art Management at Appalachian State University. Her creative practice spans makeup\, collage\, drawing\, and painting\, often drawing inspiration from television and dreamlike imagery. She’s eager to give back to her community through this internship and to bring the skills she’s developed in college into a professional environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Finn Jones\, originally from Halifax County\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in Special Education at Appalachian State University. His artwork centers on themes of mental health and neurodiversity\, aiming to help others feel understood and represented. Working in mixed media\, Finn incorporates scrapbooking\, painting\, spray paint\, paint markers\, colored pencils\, and 3D elements into his pieces. His work has been featured in the Scholastic Art Fair and the Cary Gallery of Artists\, and he has also sold pieces at an art market. A highlight of his early career was receiving the Susan Ellis Roberts Art Scholarship upon graduating from Green Level High School. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/drop-in-artmaking/2026-02-13/ LOCATION:Moskowitz Gallery CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20260123T151415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T151419Z UID:10001744-1770746400-1770751800@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us from 6-7:30pm on Tuesdays throughout the semester at the Turchin Center for Paint Night artmaking workshops led by Appalachian State University student instructors Reese Clemons and Dani Juarez. \nPaint Night activities will be equally accessible\, with a focus on exploring a variety of techniques and painting together. Open to all skill levels. \nAll workshops are are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nSpace is limited. Registration is required and closes at 12pm on the day prior to the workshop. Confirmation will be sent. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending App State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte\, NC. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A native Chicagoan\, Dani Juarez is a career educator and an art teacher who can’t choose just one medium. With a BA in Art Therapy\, she is currently in the App State Masters Program for School Counseling.  Her personal experience with therapy had a deep impact on her life\, motivating her to become the kind of support she once needed as a child. Her goal is to foster self-awareness and confidence in her students\, enabling them to recognize their value and build a foundation for happiness and success. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night-2/2026-02-10/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20260123T153712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T153716Z UID:10001756-1770472800-1770480000@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Drop-In Artmaking DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity flow! \nDrop-in Artmaking offers a relaxed\, welcoming space to experiment with art materials and explore your creativity. Sessions take place in the Moskowitz Gallery on Fridays and in Room 3002 on Saturdays\, and everyone is invited—no matter your experience level. \nWorkshops are led by Appalachian State University student instructors Zoe Efthymiou and Finn Jones. All workshops are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoe Efthymiou is a mixed‑media artist from Charlotte\, NC\, currently studying Art Management at Appalachian State University. Her creative practice spans makeup\, collage\, drawing\, and painting\, often drawing inspiration from television and dreamlike imagery. She’s eager to give back to her community through this internship and to bring the skills she’s developed in college into a professional environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Finn Jones\, originally from Halifax County\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in Special Education at Appalachian State University. His artwork centers on themes of mental health and neurodiversity\, aiming to help others feel understood and represented. Working in mixed media\, Finn incorporates scrapbooking\, painting\, spray paint\, paint markers\, colored pencils\, and 3D elements into his pieces. His work has been featured in the Scholastic Art Fair and the Cary Gallery of Artists\, and he has also sold pieces at an art market. A highlight of his early career was receiving the Susan Ellis Roberts Art Scholarship upon graduating from Green Level High School. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/drop-in-artmaking/2026-02-07/ LOCATION:Moskowitz Gallery CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20260123T153712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T153716Z UID:10001755-1770386400-1770393600@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Drop-In Artmaking DESCRIPTION:Let your creativity flow! \nDrop-in Artmaking offers a relaxed\, welcoming space to experiment with art materials and explore your creativity. Sessions take place in the Moskowitz Gallery on Fridays and in Room 3002 on Saturdays\, and everyone is invited—no matter your experience level. \nWorkshops are led by Appalachian State University student instructors Zoe Efthymiou and Finn Jones. All workshops are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zoe Efthymiou is a mixed‑media artist from Charlotte\, NC\, currently studying Art Management at Appalachian State University. Her creative practice spans makeup\, collage\, drawing\, and painting\, often drawing inspiration from television and dreamlike imagery. She’s eager to give back to her community through this internship and to bring the skills she’s developed in college into a professional environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Finn Jones\, originally from Halifax County\, NC\, is pursuing a degree in Special Education at Appalachian State University. His artwork centers on themes of mental health and neurodiversity\, aiming to help others feel understood and represented. Working in mixed media\, Finn incorporates scrapbooking\, painting\, spray paint\, paint markers\, colored pencils\, and 3D elements into his pieces. His work has been featured in the Scholastic Art Fair and the Cary Gallery of Artists\, and he has also sold pieces at an art market. A highlight of his early career was receiving the Susan Ellis Roberts Art Scholarship upon graduating from Green Level High School. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/drop-in-artmaking/2026-02-06/ LOCATION:Moskowitz Gallery CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20260123T151415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T151419Z UID:10001743-1770141600-1770147000@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us from 6-7:30pm on Tuesdays throughout the semester at the Turchin Center for Paint Night artmaking workshops led by Appalachian State University student instructors Reese Clemons and Dani Juarez. \nPaint Night activities will be equally accessible\, with a focus on exploring a variety of techniques and painting together. Open to all skill levels. \nAll workshops are are FREE and open to Appalachian State University students\, staff and faculty members and community members. \nSpace is limited. Registration is required and closes at 12pm on the day prior to the workshop. Confirmation will be sent. \nEducational programming is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending App State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte\, NC. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A native Chicagoan\, Dani Juarez is a career educator and an art teacher who can’t choose just one medium. With a BA in Art Therapy\, she is currently in the App State Masters Program for School Counseling.  Her personal experience with therapy had a deep impact on her life\, motivating her to become the kind of support she once needed as a child. Her goal is to foster self-awareness and confidence in her students\, enabling them to recognize their value and build a foundation for happiness and success. URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night-2/2026-02-03/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shauna Caldwell":MAILTO:caldwellsn@appstate.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20250812T161250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T201402Z UID:10001499-1763719200-1763726400@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Open Studio DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday mornings throughout the semester to explore your creative spirit in community with others! These art-making workshops are held in the studio space at the Turchin Center and are led by Appalachian State University student instructors. Open Studio welcomes students\, faculty/staff\, and community members of all skill levels to create and explore new art making materials in a casual and welcoming setting. Supplies are provided. Registration is required.  \n  \nThis program is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.  \n  \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending Appalachian State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte N.C. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ava Kassab\, raised in Hickory\, NC\, is majoring in Art management at Appalachian State University\, with a minor in Nonprofit organizations. Her work explores themes of unconditional love and acceptance\, spirituality\, and a deep respect for nature. Drawing and painting with mixed media are her key mediums\, primarily using acrylic paint\, acrylic markers\, ink pens\, colored pencils\, and more. Ava has exhibited work in Newton\, NC\, at NoCo Arts gallery and at Appalachian State’s Smith Gallery and Looking Glass Gallery.  \n  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/open-studio/2025-11-21/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20250812T155910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T155914Z UID:10001487-1763661600-1763667000@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday evenings throughout the semester to nourish your creative spirit in our studio space at the Turchin Center. Paint Night facilitation will focus on exploring a variety of techniques in a casual and welcoming setting. Bring a friend or come on your own as you play and enjoy the spirit of co-creativity! Hosted by Appalachian State University studio art and expressive art therapy majors Bugs Gallimore and Dani Juarez\, these artmaking workshops are open to students\, faculty/staff\, and community members of all skill levels. Supplies are provided. Registration is required. \n  \nThis program is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.  \n  \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bug Vargas Gallimore (they/them) is a Boricua Appalachian queer maker\, currently pursuing a BFA in Studio Art with a concentration in ceramics. They hope to continue on to residencies and graduate school\, which will help them achieve their goal of one day opening a community clay studio. Bug has worked as a gallery ambassador at the Turchin Center for two years and is passionate about creating inclusive\, creative environments. Their art practice reflects the fluidity of identity\, exploring themes of gender\, sexuality\, family dynamics\, technology\, religion\, and politics. While they primarily work with clay\, they identify as a mixed-media artist with strong foundations in painting\, drawing\, metals\, and fibers. In their free time\, they enjoy hiking\, playing with their cats\, creating comics\, writing music\, and collaborating creatively with friends! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dani Juarez is a native Chicagoan\, a career educator\, and an art teacher who can’t just choose one medium. The beauty of nature never ceases to amaze her. Dani’s weekends are for grad school homework–school counseling–coffee on the porch\, and cooking her 16 year old son’s (who is also attending App this year!) favorite foods.  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night/2025-11-20/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20250812T161250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T201402Z UID:10001498-1763114400-1763121600@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Open Studio DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday mornings throughout the semester to explore your creative spirit in community with others! These art-making workshops are held in the studio space at the Turchin Center and are led by Appalachian State University student instructors. Open Studio welcomes students\, faculty/staff\, and community members of all skill levels to create and explore new art making materials in a casual and welcoming setting. Supplies are provided. Registration is required.  \n  \nThis program is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.  \n  \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending Appalachian State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte N.C. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ava Kassab\, raised in Hickory\, NC\, is majoring in Art management at Appalachian State University\, with a minor in Nonprofit organizations. Her work explores themes of unconditional love and acceptance\, spirituality\, and a deep respect for nature. Drawing and painting with mixed media are her key mediums\, primarily using acrylic paint\, acrylic markers\, ink pens\, colored pencils\, and more. Ava has exhibited work in Newton\, NC\, at NoCo Arts gallery and at Appalachian State’s Smith Gallery and Looking Glass Gallery.  \n  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/open-studio/2025-11-14/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20250812T155910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T155914Z UID:10001486-1763056800-1763062200@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday evenings throughout the semester to nourish your creative spirit in our studio space at the Turchin Center. Paint Night facilitation will focus on exploring a variety of techniques in a casual and welcoming setting. Bring a friend or come on your own as you play and enjoy the spirit of co-creativity! Hosted by Appalachian State University studio art and expressive art therapy majors Bugs Gallimore and Dani Juarez\, these artmaking workshops are open to students\, faculty/staff\, and community members of all skill levels. Supplies are provided. Registration is required. \n  \nThis program is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.  \n  \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bug Vargas Gallimore (they/them) is a Boricua Appalachian queer maker\, currently pursuing a BFA in Studio Art with a concentration in ceramics. They hope to continue on to residencies and graduate school\, which will help them achieve their goal of one day opening a community clay studio. Bug has worked as a gallery ambassador at the Turchin Center for two years and is passionate about creating inclusive\, creative environments. Their art practice reflects the fluidity of identity\, exploring themes of gender\, sexuality\, family dynamics\, technology\, religion\, and politics. While they primarily work with clay\, they identify as a mixed-media artist with strong foundations in painting\, drawing\, metals\, and fibers. In their free time\, they enjoy hiking\, playing with their cats\, creating comics\, writing music\, and collaborating creatively with friends! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dani Juarez is a native Chicagoan\, a career educator\, and an art teacher who can’t just choose one medium. The beauty of nature never ceases to amaze her. Dani’s weekends are for grad school homework–school counseling–coffee on the porch\, and cooking her 16 year old son’s (who is also attending App this year!) favorite foods.  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night/2025-11-13/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20250812T161250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T201402Z UID:10001497-1762509600-1762516800@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Open Studio DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday mornings throughout the semester to explore your creative spirit in community with others! These art-making workshops are held in the studio space at the Turchin Center and are led by Appalachian State University student instructors. Open Studio welcomes students\, faculty/staff\, and community members of all skill levels to create and explore new art making materials in a casual and welcoming setting. Supplies are provided. Registration is required.  \n  \nThis program is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.  \n  \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending Appalachian State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte N.C. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ava Kassab\, raised in Hickory\, NC\, is majoring in Art management at Appalachian State University\, with a minor in Nonprofit organizations. Her work explores themes of unconditional love and acceptance\, spirituality\, and a deep respect for nature. Drawing and painting with mixed media are her key mediums\, primarily using acrylic paint\, acrylic markers\, ink pens\, colored pencils\, and more. Ava has exhibited work in Newton\, NC\, at NoCo Arts gallery and at Appalachian State’s Smith Gallery and Looking Glass Gallery.  \n  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/open-studio/2025-11-07/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20250812T161250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T201402Z UID:10001496-1761904800-1761912000@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Open Studio DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday mornings throughout the semester to explore your creative spirit in community with others! These art-making workshops are held in the studio space at the Turchin Center and are led by Appalachian State University student instructors. Open Studio welcomes students\, faculty/staff\, and community members of all skill levels to create and explore new art making materials in a casual and welcoming setting. Supplies are provided. Registration is required.  \n  \nThis program is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.  \n  \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending Appalachian State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte N.C. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ava Kassab\, raised in Hickory\, NC\, is majoring in Art management at Appalachian State University\, with a minor in Nonprofit organizations. Her work explores themes of unconditional love and acceptance\, spirituality\, and a deep respect for nature. Drawing and painting with mixed media are her key mediums\, primarily using acrylic paint\, acrylic markers\, ink pens\, colored pencils\, and more. Ava has exhibited work in Newton\, NC\, at NoCo Arts gallery and at Appalachian State’s Smith Gallery and Looking Glass Gallery.  \n  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/open-studio/2025-10-31/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20250812T155910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T155914Z UID:10001485-1761847200-1761852600@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday evenings throughout the semester to nourish your creative spirit in our studio space at the Turchin Center. Paint Night facilitation will focus on exploring a variety of techniques in a casual and welcoming setting. Bring a friend or come on your own as you play and enjoy the spirit of co-creativity! Hosted by Appalachian State University studio art and expressive art therapy majors Bugs Gallimore and Dani Juarez\, these artmaking workshops are open to students\, faculty/staff\, and community members of all skill levels. Supplies are provided. Registration is required. \n  \nThis program is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.  \n  \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bug Vargas Gallimore (they/them) is a Boricua Appalachian queer maker\, currently pursuing a BFA in Studio Art with a concentration in ceramics. They hope to continue on to residencies and graduate school\, which will help them achieve their goal of one day opening a community clay studio. Bug has worked as a gallery ambassador at the Turchin Center for two years and is passionate about creating inclusive\, creative environments. Their art practice reflects the fluidity of identity\, exploring themes of gender\, sexuality\, family dynamics\, technology\, religion\, and politics. While they primarily work with clay\, they identify as a mixed-media artist with strong foundations in painting\, drawing\, metals\, and fibers. In their free time\, they enjoy hiking\, playing with their cats\, creating comics\, writing music\, and collaborating creatively with friends! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dani Juarez is a native Chicagoan\, a career educator\, and an art teacher who can’t just choose one medium. The beauty of nature never ceases to amaze her. Dani’s weekends are for grad school homework–school counseling–coffee on the porch\, and cooking her 16 year old son’s (who is also attending App this year!) favorite foods.  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night/2025-10-30/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20250812T161250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T201402Z UID:10001495-1761300000-1761307200@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Open Studio DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday mornings throughout the semester to explore your creative spirit in community with others! These art-making workshops are held in the studio space at the Turchin Center and are led by Appalachian State University student instructors. Open Studio welcomes students\, faculty/staff\, and community members of all skill levels to create and explore new art making materials in a casual and welcoming setting. Supplies are provided. Registration is required.  \n  \nThis program is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.  \n  \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reese Clemons is a student at Appalachian State University pursuing a degree in Art Education. Prior to attending Appalachian State\, Reese worked and interned at Holt School of Fine Art in Charlotte N.C. This was the seed combining her love of both art and teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ava Kassab\, raised in Hickory\, NC\, is majoring in Art management at Appalachian State University\, with a minor in Nonprofit organizations. Her work explores themes of unconditional love and acceptance\, spirituality\, and a deep respect for nature. Drawing and painting with mixed media are her key mediums\, primarily using acrylic paint\, acrylic markers\, ink pens\, colored pencils\, and more. Ava has exhibited work in Newton\, NC\, at NoCo Arts gallery and at Appalachian State’s Smith Gallery and Looking Glass Gallery.  \n  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/open-studio/2025-10-24/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20250812T155910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T155914Z UID:10001484-1761242400-1761247800@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday evenings throughout the semester to nourish your creative spirit in our studio space at the Turchin Center. Paint Night facilitation will focus on exploring a variety of techniques in a casual and welcoming setting. Bring a friend or come on your own as you play and enjoy the spirit of co-creativity! Hosted by Appalachian State University studio art and expressive art therapy majors Bugs Gallimore and Dani Juarez\, these artmaking workshops are open to students\, faculty/staff\, and community members of all skill levels. Supplies are provided. Registration is required. \n  \nThis program is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.  \n  \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bug Vargas Gallimore (they/them) is a Boricua Appalachian queer maker\, currently pursuing a BFA in Studio Art with a concentration in ceramics. They hope to continue on to residencies and graduate school\, which will help them achieve their goal of one day opening a community clay studio. Bug has worked as a gallery ambassador at the Turchin Center for two years and is passionate about creating inclusive\, creative environments. Their art practice reflects the fluidity of identity\, exploring themes of gender\, sexuality\, family dynamics\, technology\, religion\, and politics. While they primarily work with clay\, they identify as a mixed-media artist with strong foundations in painting\, drawing\, metals\, and fibers. In their free time\, they enjoy hiking\, playing with their cats\, creating comics\, writing music\, and collaborating creatively with friends! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dani Juarez is a native Chicagoan\, a career educator\, and an art teacher who can’t just choose one medium. The beauty of nature never ceases to amaze her. Dani’s weekends are for grad school homework–school counseling–coffee on the porch\, and cooking her 16 year old son’s (who is also attending App this year!) favorite foods.  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night/2025-10-23/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T193000 DTSTAMP:20260414T184708 CREATED:20250812T155910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T155914Z UID:10001483-1760637600-1760643000@tcva.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Paint Night DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday evenings throughout the semester to nourish your creative spirit in our studio space at the Turchin Center. Paint Night facilitation will focus on exploring a variety of techniques in a casual and welcoming setting. Bring a friend or come on your own as you play and enjoy the spirit of co-creativity! Hosted by Appalachian State University studio art and expressive art therapy majors Bugs Gallimore and Dani Juarez\, these artmaking workshops are open to students\, faculty/staff\, and community members of all skill levels. Supplies are provided. Registration is required. \n  \nThis program is brought to you in part by the generous support of the Tina Silverstein Opportunity Fund.  \n  \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bug Vargas Gallimore (they/them) is a Boricua Appalachian queer maker\, currently pursuing a BFA in Studio Art with a concentration in ceramics. They hope to continue on to residencies and graduate school\, which will help them achieve their goal of one day opening a community clay studio. Bug has worked as a gallery ambassador at the Turchin Center for two years and is passionate about creating inclusive\, creative environments. Their art practice reflects the fluidity of identity\, exploring themes of gender\, sexuality\, family dynamics\, technology\, religion\, and politics. While they primarily work with clay\, they identify as a mixed-media artist with strong foundations in painting\, drawing\, metals\, and fibers. In their free time\, they enjoy hiking\, playing with their cats\, creating comics\, writing music\, and collaborating creatively with friends! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dani Juarez is a native Chicagoan\, a career educator\, and an art teacher who can’t just choose one medium. The beauty of nature never ceases to amaze her. Dani’s weekends are for grad school homework–school counseling–coffee on the porch\, and cooking her 16 year old son’s (who is also attending App this year!) favorite foods.  URL:https://tcva.appstate.edu/event/paint-night/2025-10-16/ LOCATION:TCVA Classroom 3002 CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tcva.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-7.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR