Explore the artist or the crafter within and learn a new skill (or two or three) by taking an on-going class or a one-time workshop. This selection of places in Bryan College Station includes a variety of options, whether you are just finding your way or are a seasoned pro. See where inspiration takes you! But most of all, have fun exploring! — Ellen Ritscher Sackett
Bird’s Nest
Upcycle your furniture with transfers, décor stamps, moulds, or chalk paint during three-hour workshops held once a month.
Annie Sloan Workshop (Chalk Paint 101):
April 17 from 2 to 5 p.m.
Learn four furniture-painting techniques — wash, two-color distress, smooth finish, and crackle — using Annie Sloan products, taught by a certified Annie Sloan workshop instructor.
- Learn how to properly use wax to finish and protect your furniture.
- Supplies included.
- Wine (for ages 21 and up) and snacks provided.
- Must be 18 or older to register.
- Materials will be provided.
Iron Orchid Designs Workshop:
April 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Tailored for beginners.
- Learn the do’s and don'ts for using paint, stamps, moulds, and transfers on furniture and floors.
- Wine (for ages 21 and up) and snacks provided.
- Must be 18 or older to register.
- Materials will be provided.
$75 per workshop, register online.
117 N Main Street, Bryan
(979) 704-6256
Board & Brush
Create your own farmhouse-style decor — such as custom wall hangings, serving trays, and decorative storage containers — during a single afternoon or evening.
Three-hour workshops include:
- Margarita Mondays (includes all supplies and free margaritas)
- Thirsty Thursdays (includes all supplies and free beer and wine)
- Muffins and Mimosas brunch (Includes all supplies and free food and drinks)
- Pick a Project (such as signs, trays, storage, and more; includes all supplies)
$68 per workshop, register online.
Additional details: Currently booking private events: birthdays, bridal showers, corporate events, fundraisers, etc. Beer, wine, and mimosa classes open for ages 16 and up, but alcohol will only be served to registered guests ages 21 and up.
900 Harvey Road, Suite 13, College Station
(979) 987-1300
boardandbrush.com/collegestation
Brazos Glassworks
Create your own glass masterpiece during the two-hour beginner’s fused glass class. This glasswork style incorporates confetti (thin wafers of glass), stringers and noodles (pasta-like glass lines), and other shapes, to create an art piece that is fused and formed into a decorative wavy art piece. $40 per person.
Discover other ways to make glass art through glass-cutting, mosaics, stained glass, alcohol ink, and resin work in private scheduled sessions with a small circle of friends. Choose from these projects: jewelry, bowls and plates, suncatchers and light catchers, or tiles. Call for session pricing.
Additional details: Individual sessions are offered to the public by appointment only due to COVID-19 guidelines limiting group numbers. Make appointments via phone. Masks are required.
202 W 26th Street, Bryan
(979) 823-0325
Busha’s Custom Cookies, Classes, and More
Learn the basics and the finer points of how to decorate cookies from store owner and master baker, Catherine Buckner. Classes take place at her new brick-and-mortar store on the first floor of the DeChiro Lofts building.
- Beginning — Learn the basics of custom cookie decorating in this two-hour class. Techniques include a review of royal icing, outline and flooding, proper laying, sprinkle design. Students leave with six decorated cookies. $60 per person.
- Intermediate — Learn more advanced decorating skills, including reviewing the basics of icing inconsistencies, icing, outline and flooding, floral patterns, stenciling, textures. Students leave with six decorated cookies at the end of this two-hour class. $65.
- Private — Two-hour small group (8 people minimum) decorating classes can take place at the store or can come to you (must provide proper tables and chairs). Techniques include a review of the basics, outline and flooding, proper layering, and sprinkle design. Students leave with six decorated cookies. $65 per person and up (based on ZIP code).
All materials, including undecorated cookies, are included. Adults age 21 and up are welcome to bring their own alcoholic beverages.
305 W 27th Street, Unit 111, Bryan
(979) 704-0095
DeGallery
Pick a class, any class. Whether you’re young or old, novice or accomplished, or somewhere in between, there’s art instruction for every level and every age. The flexible art studio offers individual and group classes as well as access to studio space and resources for a small fee.
Classes are held Monday through Saturday; times vary.
Adult classes:
- Drawing — Beginner, figure, landscape, portrait, soft pastel, and cartoon
- Painting — Acrylic, oil, watercolor, floral
- Other classes — Fashion design, knitting and crochet, finger sculpture
- Step-by-step classes (group sip and paint class)
Private art classes are also available one-on-one or for a small group.
Kids classes (organized by age group):
- Magic Fingers — Mommy & Me Classes for ages 2.5 to 4 years
- Young Talents — ages 4 to 7 years
- Artists — ages 7 and up
- Teen Art — ages 11 and up
Additional options include children and teen art camps, after-school art classes, private art classes, in-home art lessons and birthday parties, and toddler art classes.
Open Studio:
- General Audience — Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Drop in and rent space in the facility for $5 per hour. Long-term memberships are also available.
- Still Life Open Studio — Friday from 5 to 7 p.m.
- Open Studio with Live Model — Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m.
930 N. Rosemary Drive, Bryan
(979) 704-3090
Lone Star Quilt Works
Explore the art of quilting through this one-stop-shop that offers fabric, kits, books, patterns, and more. While in-person quilting classes are on hold, 12 virtual classes, taught by Norma Reel, are available for students who can watch the pre-recorded classes at their own pace, repeating sections as needed in order to complete the project. The store is stocked with all the supplies needed for the classes, which can be ordered online or in-store.
Classes currently offered:
- Beginner or all levels — 6 Pak, Quickest Quick Step, and Triangle Tricks
- Experienced Beginner or all levels — Fast Log Cabin Blocks, Round About Table Runner, and Zen Table Runner
- Confident Beginner — Posh Santa, Posh Holly, Posh Bunny, Wonder Flutters, and Twister Dream
- Advanced Quilter — Metro Hoops
4301A Texas Avenue, Bryan
(979) 595-1072
Painting with a Twist
Learn how to paint on canvas or wood while connecting with family or friends over a glass of wine.
Painting options include:
- At-home paint kits — including a canvas/surface, paint, paintbrushes, and step-by-step instructions)
- In-studio events — including a canvas/surface, paint, and paintbrushes)
- Painting parties — including a canvas/surface, paint, and paintbrushes). These can be in-person or virtual, and onsite or offsite.
Two-hour in-studio event or painting party, $28 to $60; $38 for an at-home 16” X 20” supply kit; or $266+ for an eight-kit bundle. Prices vary based on painting surface.
Additional details: Currently booking events. Classes are open for all ages, but ages 21 and up are allowed to bring their own wine (glasses and corkscrews supplied). Masks are required inside.
1643 Texas Ave S, College Station
(979) 485-9838
paintingwithatwist.com/studio/college-station
Purple Turtle Art Studio
Explore your creative side using a variety of media with the guidance of an experienced art instructor.
Class options include:
- Children’s classes — semester-long, once a week for grades K–12. $500 per semester.
- Summer camps — includes drawing, painting, fiber art, comics, and digital art. Registration is currently open.
- Adult classes
Art parties:
- Adults — Includes instructions and supplies for an acrylic 16 x 20 stretched canvas. 3 hours. Prices begin at $35 per person with a minimum of 10.
- Children — Includes instructions and supplies for an acrylic 12 x 16 stretched canvas. 1.5 hours. Prices begin at $225 for 10 participants and $15 for each additional painter.
Additional details: Currently booking private events. Masks are required.
800 S Bryan Ave, Bryan
(979) 777-6535
