upcoming events
Figure Painting Studio (Session 2)
Dates: September 9, 16, 23
$65 | $50 Members (3 classes included)
Figure drawing/painting is an opportunity for artists to work with a live model. This is a recurring class offered in 3 week blocks. Participants bring their choice of materials to work with. The model holds the same position for 3 hours with several breaks. All ability levels are welcome. We are unable to pro-rate our Figure Painting Studio.
Figure Painting Studio (Session 3)
Dates: September 9, 16, 23
$65 | $50 Members (3 classes included)
Figure drawing/painting is an opportunity for artists to work with a live model. This is a recurring class offered in 3 week blocks. Participants bring their choice of materials to work with. The model holds the same position for 3 hours with several breaks. All ability levels are welcome. We are unable to pro-rate our Figure Painting Studio.
Second Saturday with Sangria: Paint & Sip
Come enjoy an evening of creativity, conversation, and fun in our new and improved Education Department! Join us for Sangria Saturday: Paint & Sip, a relaxed art-making experience designed just for adults.
No painting experience is necessary! Our instructor will guide you step-by-step as you create your own work of art in a welcoming and social atmosphere. Whether you’re looking for a fun night out with friends, a creative date night, or simply a chance to unwind and try something new, this class is the perfect way to spend your Saturday at the museum.
We’ll have sangria available for you to enjoy as you paint, or you’re welcome to BYOB your favorite beverage. Gather your friends, grab a drink, and let your creativity flow!
Monthly Journaling Club
Join us on the Second Saturday of each month for an open-studio-style journaling experience where creativity has no limits!
Bring your journal and gather your friends for an afternoon of sketching, collage, painting, writing, and whatever else inspires you. All materials are provided, and creative prompts will be offered to help spark your imagination and get your creative process started.
Since launching more than a year ago, our Journaling Club has grown into a welcoming community of creatives who love experimenting, sharing ideas, and simply enjoying the process of making.
Second Saturday of each month from 10 AM -12 PM
Figure Painting Studio (Session 1)
Dates: September 9, 16, 23
$65 | $50 Members (3 classes included)
Figure drawing/painting is an opportunity for artists to work with a live model. This is a recurring class offered in 3 week blocks. Participants bring their choice of materials to work with. The model holds the same position for 3 hours with several breaks. All ability levels are welcome. We are unable to pro-rate our Figure Painting Studio.
Plein Air Workshop with Manny Maldonado
HMA presents a painting "plein-air" series in conjunction with artist Manny Maldonado and Catawba County Parks and Recreation!
All of these workshops are beginner friendly (first-time friendly) and include all of the supplies! The ticket includes the setup, paints, canvas, and instruction. There are 6 spots available for each workshop. Plein air, (French for "open air") is the act of painting landscapes or subjects outdoors to capture the immediate fleeting effects of light and atmosphere. We are offering four of these workshops in total, with two of them in collaboration with Catawba County Parks and Recreation, where attendees will have the opportunity to paint in the beautiful Riverbend Park. Shuttle service is available to and from painting locations within Riverbend park.
Please pay attention to the location and date and time for which class you are signing up for as they are in different locations! You are welcome to attend the classes separately or attend all four workshops for a discounted "Kate Worm Plein Air Society" rate.
More info about Manny Maldonado: https://mannyamaldonado.com/
$95; Members: $75
Kate Worm Plein Air Society (All 4 Workshops): $260 to buy the 4-class package, please email kgarvey@hickoryart.org!
Plein Air Workshop with Manny Maldonado & Catawba County Parks & Recreation
HMA presents a painting "plein-air" series in conjunction with artist Manny Maldonado and Catawba County Parks and Recreation!
All of these workshops are beginner friendly (first-time friendly) and include all of the supplies! The ticket includes the setup, paints, canvas, and instruction. There are 6 spots available for each workshop. Plein air, (French for "open air") is the act of painting landscapes or subjects outdoors to capture the immediate fleeting effects of light and atmosphere. We are offering four of these workshops in total, with two of them in collaboration with Catawba County Parks and Recreation, where attendees will have the opportunity to paint in the beautiful Riverbend Park. Shuttle service is available to and from painting locations within Riverbend park.
Please pay attention to the location and date and time for which class you are signing up for as they are in different locations! You are welcome to attend the classes separately or attend all four workshops for a discounted "Kate Worm Plein Air Society" rate.
More info about Manny Maldonado: https://mannyamaldonado.com/
$95; Members: $75
Kate Worm Plein Air Society (All 4 Workshops): $260 to buy the 4-class package, please email kgarvey@hickoryart.org!
Gather and Weave
$30; $20 Members
In this hands-on project, you’ll create a custom loom using everyday items, then bring it to life with colorful yarn and fabric strips. Once your loom is set up, you’ll learn basic weaving techniques to design unique patterns and textures. No experience needed!
This project is perfect for sparking creativity and relaxing your mind as you watch your design grow row by row. Whether you make a bright wall hanging, or a tiny tapestry, every piece will be completely one-of-a-kind. Along the way, you’ll explore how over-under weaving works, experiment with color combinations, and develop fine motor skills.
Fun, creative, and a little bit magical—this DIY loom project transforms simple threads into something beautiful you can keep or share!
DASH Home and Kitchen will have wine for purchase!
Deadline for registration is Monday, May 18th at 8pm.
Any questions, contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org.
Teen Drawing Workshop (Ages 10 & Up)
$15; $10 Members
Is your pre-teen or teen curious about drawing? On the last Monday of each month, ages 10 and up have the opportunity to learn and practice simple drawing techniques. Our Drawing Workshop offers a friendly, casual environment to inspire creativity while improving illustration skills. Bring a sketchbook and each month we will focus on a different drawing technique, subject, or theme. Sign up for one or all! Classes run from September to May.
To register, contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org.
Monthly Journaling Club
$14; $8 Members
NEW LOCATION!
Join us at The Shuford House & Gardens for our monthly Journaling Club, now held the first Thursday of every month during L.A.T.E. Night Thursdays.
Our open-studio style session is perfect for journaling, collage, and creative exploration—all materials provided. Bring your favorite journal (or start a new one!) and fill it with sketches, collages, paintings, inspiration, and more.
Over the past 1.5 years, our group has grown into a warm and welcoming community, enjoying the freedom to create with just about any material you can imagine. We’ll also provide prompts to spark your own creative process.
Come solo or bring friends—either way, you’ll leave with new ideas, new pages, and maybe even new friends.
To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org
Teen Drawing Workshop (Ages 10 & Up)
$15; $10 Members
Is your pre-teen or teen curious about drawing? On the last Monday of each month, ages 10 and up have the opportunity to learn and practice simple drawing techniques. Our Drawing Workshop offers a friendly, casual environment to inspire creativity while improving illustration skills. Bring a sketchbook and each month we will focus on a different drawing technique, subject, or theme. Sign up for one or all! Classes run from September to May.
To register, contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org.
Plein Air Workshop with Manny Maldonado
HMA presents a painting "plein-air" series in conjunction with artist Manny Maldonado and Catawba County Parks and Recreation!
All of these workshops are beginner friendly (first-time friendly) and include all of the supplies! The ticket includes the setup, paints, canvas, and instruction. There are 6 spots available for each workshop. Plein air, (French for "open air") is the act of painting landscapes or subjects outdoors to capture the immediate fleeting effects of light and atmosphere. We are offering four of these workshops in total, with two of them in collaboration with Catawba County Parks and Recreation, where attendees will have the opportunity to paint in the beautiful Riverbend Park. Shuttle service is available to and from painting locations within Riverbend park.
Please pay attention to the location and date and time for which class you are signing up for as they are in different locations! You are welcome to attend the classes separately or attend all four workshops for a discounted "Kate Worm Plein Air Society" rate.
More info about Manny Maldonado: https://mannyamaldonado.com/
$95; Members: $75
Kate Worm Plein Air Society (All 4 Workshops): $260 to buy the 4-class package, please email kgarvey@hickoryart.org!
Plein Air Workshop with Manny Maldonado & Catawba County Parks & Recreation
HMA presents a painting "plein-air" series in conjunction with artist Manny Maldonado and Catawba County Parks and Recreation!
All of these workshops are beginner friendly (first-time friendly) and include all of the supplies! The ticket includes the setup, paints, canvas, and instruction. There are 6 spots available for each workshop. Plein air, (French for "open air") is the act of painting landscapes or subjects outdoors to capture the immediate fleeting effects of light and atmosphere. We are offering four of these workshops in total, with two of them in collaboration with Catawba County Parks and Recreation, where attendees will have the opportunity to paint in the beautiful Riverbend Park. Shuttle service is available to and from painting locations within Riverbend park.
Please pay attention to the location and date and time for which class you are signing up for as they are in different locations! You are welcome to attend the classes separately or attend all four workshops for a discounted "Kate Worm Plein Air Society" rate.
More info about Manny Maldonado: https://mannyamaldonado.com/
$95; Members: $75
Kate Worm Plein Air Society (All 4 Workshops): $260 to buy the 4-class package, please email kgarvey@hickoryart.org!
Bloom in Paper: A Collage Flowers Workshop at DASH
$16; $12 Members
Unleash your creativity and bring paper to life in this hands-on collage workshop inspired by the beauty of flowers. Using layered textures, colors, and mixed materials, you’ll design your own unique floral composition. No experience needed.
This relaxed and welcoming session is perfect for beginners and seasoned creatives alike. All materials are provided, just bring your imagination and enjoy a mindful, art-filled experience.
Contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org to register.
Monthly Journaling Club
$14; $8 Members
NEW LOCATION!
Join us at The Shuford House & Gardens for our monthly Journaling Club, now held the first Thursday of every month during L.A.T.E. Night Thursdays.
Our open-studio style session is perfect for journaling, collage, and creative exploration—all materials provided. Bring your favorite journal (or start a new one!) and fill it with sketches, collages, paintings, inspiration, and more.
Over the past 1.5 years, our group has grown into a warm and welcoming community, enjoying the freedom to create with just about any material you can imagine. We’ll also provide prompts to spark your own creative process.
Come solo or bring friends—either way, you’ll leave with new ideas, new pages, and maybe even new friends.
To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org
Teen Drawing Workshop (Ages 10 & Up)
$15; $10 Members
Is your pre-teen or teen curious about drawing? On the last Monday of each month, ages 10 and up have the opportunity to learn and practice simple drawing techniques. Our Drawing Workshop offers a friendly, casual environment to inspire creativity while improving illustration skills. Bring a sketchbook and each month we will focus on a different drawing technique, subject, or theme. Sign up for one or all! Classes run from September to May.
To register, contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org.
Book Discussion & Art Project: HMA + My Chapter House Book & Art Club Featuring "Theo of Golden" by Allen Levi
Registration Deadline: Friday, February 27th
Art Class: Thursday, March 26th 5-7pm
Fee: $50; $35 Members (Includes Book + Art Class)
HMA has partnered with My Chapter House in Downtown Hickory to launch an ongoing Book & Art Club. Each month, participants will begin reading a new book on the 1st. On the 4th Thursday of the month, we’ll meet at My Chapter House for an art project inspired by that month’s book.
About the Book
One spring morning, a stranger arrives in the small southern city of Golden. No one knows where he has come from…or why…
His name is Theo. And he asks a lot more questions than he answers.
Theo visits the local coffeehouse, where ninety-two pencil portraits hang on the walls, portraits of the people of Golden done by a local artist. He begins purchasing them, one at a time, and putting them back in the hands of their “rightful owners.” With each exchange, a story is told, a friendship born, and a life altered.
A story of giving and receiving, of seeing and being seen, Theo of Golden is a beautifully crafted novel about the power of creative generosity, the importance of wonder to a purposeful life, and the invisible threads of kindness that bind us to one another.
Chapter Coffee Co. will be open until 6 PM so grab a coffee or chai tea to enjoy while we create art!
Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org to register.
Sip N' Spin with Mud Mamas Studio
Hickory Museum of Art is On-the-Go again and this time we are offering a "Sip N' Spin" class at Mud Mamas Studio! You will get to get down and dirty on the pottery wheel while enjoying adult beverages and snacks. We are only offering 10 spots for this so get your date night on, grab a couple friends, or come on your own and make some new friends!
Tickets include 2-hour class, your amazing creation, wine and beer, and delicious snacks. Have a question about the program or interested in becoming a member? Please feel free to reach out to Membership and Program Manager, Kate Garvey at kgarvey@hickoryart.org.
$125; $105 Members
Monthly Journaling Club
$14; $8 Members
NEW LOCATION!
Join us at The Shuford House & Gardens for our monthly Journaling Club, now held the first Thursday of every month during L.A.T.E. Night Thursdays.
Our open-studio style session is perfect for journaling, collage, and creative exploration—all materials provided. Bring your favorite journal (or start a new one!) and fill it with sketches, collages, paintings, inspiration, and more.
Over the past 1.5 years, our group has grown into a warm and welcoming community, enjoying the freedom to create with just about any material you can imagine. We’ll also provide prompts to spark your own creative process.
Come solo or bring friends—either way, you’ll leave with new ideas, new pages, and maybe even new friends.
To register, contact Karla Starnes at 828-327-8576, ext 207, or kstarnes@hickoryart.org
Registration Deadine: HMA + My Chapter House Book & Art Club Featuring "Theo of Golden" by Allen Levi
Registration Deadline: Friday, February 27th
Art Class: Thursday, March 26th 5-7pm
Fee: $50; $35 Members (Includes Book + Art Class)
HMA has partnered with My Chapter House in Downtown Hickory to launch an ongoing Book & Art Club. Each month, participants will begin reading a new book on the 1st. On the 4th Thursday of the month, we’ll meet at My Chapter House for an art project inspired by that month’s book.
About the Book
One spring morning, a stranger arrives in the small southern city of Golden. No one knows where he has come from…or why…
His name is Theo. And he asks a lot more questions than he answers.
Theo visits the local coffeehouse, where ninety-two pencil portraits hang on the walls, portraits of the people of Golden done by a local artist. He begins purchasing them, one at a time, and putting them back in the hands of their “rightful owners.” With each exchange, a story is told, a friendship born, and a life altered.
A story of giving and receiving, of seeing and being seen, Theo of Golden is a beautifully crafted novel about the power of creative generosity, the importance of wonder to a purposeful life, and the invisible threads of kindness that bind us to one another.
Chapter Coffee Co. will be open until 6 PM so grab a coffee or chai tea to enjoy while we create art!
Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org to register.