Kulina Folk Art Creative Workshops
Paint Your Own Masterpiece Workshops -
Welcome to our painting workshops, where creativity knows no bounds! Whether you're an experienced painter or just starting out, these workshops are designed to be suitable for everyone. We will guide you every step of the way to ensure that every participant leaves with a successful and stunning project. Join us today and unlock your inner artist!
Abstract Painting
(without brushes and very clean)
Ages: 7+, teens, adults -
Explore the world of vibrant colors, unleash your creativity, and embrace the beauty of negative space. No brushes required, just a flair for originality and a passion for self-
Please inform participants: This is not a drop-
Venue Requirements
- Parking near the entrance door, ramp or elevator are necessary for all workshops.
- Volunteer/assistant from the venue for the younger participants, not necessary for teen and adult workshops
- U-
shaped seating arrangement preferred, with chairs on the outside and inside, and one table for me towards the opening. Each participant will need approximately 2 1/2 feet of table space to work on this project. - No children will be allowed in the room, only the registered participants.
- I will bring everything else!
Pricing and Other Details
Audience size: 22 participants max -
Fee for the first 15 participants including all materials_____$345 +mileage (see below)
Extra participants up to 22 will be charged $9 each for materials.
The same day and same location second program gets a discount.
** If you would like to register more than 22 participants, there is an additional $50 fee to have a second lead teacher on site. Two teachers can accommodate 40 students max.
Travel Fee: $0.70/mile -
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Travel Fee: Mileage discounts are available for multiple workshops in the same area. If we can book you on the same day with another venue, within 15 miles from your venue, we will split the fee between the two venues.
- For more information contact Gariné (ga-
renée) at mykulina@yahoo.com or call 413- 436- 7444
Gariné’s background
- BA with a major in Commercial Art from Anna Maria College
- Artist and potter running a pottery studio, Kulina Folk Art (www.KulinaFolkArt.com), with partner Rick Hamelin of Pied Potter Hamelin (www.PiedPotterHamelin.com), in Warren, Massachusetts.
- Massachusetts Cultural Council Keepers of Tradition Award -
The keepers of tradition are artists recognized as outstanding practitioners of craft, music, dance, and sacred arts.
Developed and instituted curriculum at:
- www.DuckieSoaps.com 2017
- Worcester Art Museum -
Youth Instructor - Fitchburg Art Museum, Fitchburg, MA -
Youth Instructor - Worcester Center for Crafts, Worcester, MA -
Youth Instructor - Worcester Art Museum, Worcester, MA -
Assistant Supervisor - Quinsigamond Community College, Worcester, MA -
Graphic Design Instructor - Summer’s World Center for the Arts, Worcester, MA -
Arts Coordinator/Instructor/Arts in the Parks
All workshops are also listed with the Massachusetts Libraries Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) at https://mblc.state.ma.us/directories/performers/programs.php
© 2017-
Students Projects in Progress
NEW! Tulip Painting
on Canvas (very clean)
Ages: 10+, teens, adults -
A perfect program for Spring after a cold and gray winter! Introduce yourself to the world of vibrant colors and unleash your creativity with this stunning tulip painting. During this hands-
Please inform participants: We will be using acrylic paints so bring an old shirt to protect your clothing.
Venue Requirements
- Parking near the entrance door, ramp or elevator are necessary for all workshops.
- U-
shaped seating arrangement preferred, with chairs on the outside and one table for me towards the opening. Each participant will need approximately 2 1/2 feet of table space to work on this project. - No children will be allowed in the room, only the registered participants.
- I will bring everything else!
Pricing and Other Details
Audience size: 22 participants max -
Fee for the first 15 participants including all materials_____$350 +mileage (see below)
Extra participants up to 22 will be charged $9 each for materials.
The same day and same location second program gets a discount.
** If you would like to register more than 22 participants, there is an additional $50 fee to have a second lead teacher on site. Two teachers can accommodate 40 students max.
Travel Fee: $0.70/mile -
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NEW! Sunflower Painting
on Canvas (very clean)
Ages: 10+, teens, adults -
With its happy colors, this project is perfect for any time of the year. Introduce yourself to the world of vibrant colors and unleash your creativity with this stunning sunflower painting! During this hands-
Please inform participants: We will be using acrylic paints so bring an old shirt to protect your clothing.
Venue Requirements
- Parking near the entrance door, ramp or elevator are necessary for all workshops.
- U-
shaped seating arrangement preferred, with chairs on the outside and one table for me towards the opening. Each participant will need approximately 2 1/2 feet of table space to work on this project. - No children will be allowed in the room, only the registered participants.
- I will bring everything else!
Pricing and Other Details
Audience size: 22 participants max -
Fee for the first 15 participants including all materials_____$350 +mileage (see below)
Extra participants up to 22 will be charged $9 each for materials.
The same day and same location second program gets a discount.
** If you would like to register more than 22 participants, there is an additional $50 fee to have a second lead teacher on site. Two teachers can accommodate 40 students max.
Travel Fee: $0.70/mile -
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