No class on October 3rd and October 31st. 

Open to new and experienced students, this class will explore the world of blending pigment with water. Students will learn traditional techniques and be encouraged to take risks using different techniques and materials. Enjoy the freedom that watercolor provides!

This class is open to students of all skill levels. New students will receive an email about what supplies they will need to bring. The class runs for 4 weeks and does not include materials.


Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Take advantage of our fully equipped printmaking studio and work on our own projects on your own time! This pass gives you unlimited access to our print studio during open studio hours for the entire spring class season,  April 1 - June 28, 2025. This is not a class and is for experienced printmakers only. Artists are responsible for their own ink and paper. Open Studio hours will be sent to all registrants.

We require anyone new to our print studio to set up a time to meet with a member of our staff so we can show you the studio and answer any questions in person. Please contact info@garrisonartcenter.org to make an appointment.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

On-going sessions for those who want to work on their own to develop and refine their techniques of drawing and painting from the live model. Short poses. Bring your own materials. This is a monitored event, not a class. Interested in paying for 8 sessions all at once and receiving a discount? Reach out to us at 845-424-3960 for more information.

Join Us for a Centennial Community Mosaic Project for Cold Spring’s Butterfield Library!

In celebration of the Butterfield Library’s 100th anniversary, we’re inviting the community to come together and create something lasting and beautiful—a collaborative mosaic that reflects the spirit of Cold Spring.

This fall, Garrison Art Center will host a series of workshops open to teens, adults, and seniors of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, your ideas and creativity are welcome. We are thrilled to be working with artist and educator Ellen Dinerman, who will help guide this project.

Participants will be working collaboratively on a single mosaic piece that will be permanently installed at the library—not on individual works. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a shared piece of public art that will celebrate the community for generations to come.

Sessions will be offered on both Mondays and Wednesdays. You are welcome to sign up for either day or both—whatever works best for your schedule.

There is no session on October 1 + 13.

This class is scheduled to be in our print studio, which is only accessible by stairs. 

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

In Little Artists in a Big World, young learners will embark on a creative journey exploring art across continents and cultures. This hands-on course introduces students to the lives and styles of artists from Asia and Africa—regions often underrepresented in standard classroom art history.

Through storytelling, visual exploration, and discussion, students will discover traditional and contemporary works from around the world. They’ll then bring their learning to life with inspired art projects, including a collaborative oversized landscape painting of Garrison Landing in the intricate style of Chinese artist Wang Ximeng. Weather permitting, students will also take a nature walk, observing the world around them and creating their own bold patterns inspired by African textiles—exploring ideas of visual rhythm, symbolism, and design rooted in natural forms.

This class nurtures global curiosity, cultural appreciation, and creative cooperation, showing children how art connects us all. This class is for children 7-12 years old of all skill levels, and all materials are included.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Discover the world of zines and mini comics—DIY booklets that mix art, writing, and self-expression. In this hands-on class, you'll learn about the history of zines, from underground punk scenes and sci-fi fan clubs to personal storytelling and collage art. Each week, you'll explore a different theme, like silent comics, perzines (personal zines), collage/catalog zines, or subcultures, and create your own short pieces inspired by that focus.

You’ll draft, share, and develop your work through group activities and independent projects, while learning easy DIY methods to print and assemble your creations. No fancy equipment or experience needed—just your ideas and creativity.

At the end of each 4-week session, we’ll celebrate by trading copies of our zines and mini comics, building a collection of unique voices and styles from the whole class. This class is for teenagers of all skill levels and all materials are included.

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Two Sessions Available

Geodes are stunning, mysterious objects in the natural world. Appearing like a dull, ordinary rock on the outside, once broken open, they sparkle and shine with crystals and colors. 

Tying then sprinkling dye and ice, we can achieve similar results on cotton fabric. Dye your very own set of pillow cases or pair of t-shirts like a beautiful geode in fall colors with the expert guidance of artist Candace Winter. After it has dried, you will have a lovely and useful item!. All while enjoying wine and conversation with your peers in the setting of Garrison Art Center! Due to the nature of dyeing with ice, the dye will need time to set. Students will pick up their creations on Saturday, September 27 or Sunday, September 28.

Each Creative Happy Hour features a professional teaching artist leading a project, drinks (wine and non-alcoholic), and a chance to be creative in a special place. When possible, our galleries will be open during this event, so you also have the opportunity to take in the latest exhibition. No previous art experience is needed, just the desire to relax and have fun! 

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Learn the basics of drawing cartoon characters! Using shapes as a foundation, students will experiment with creating their own characters for comics. Attention to beginning technique will be given while fostering students' creativity and character ideas!

This class is open to students ages 8 and up of all skill levels. All materials are included.

This class is scheduled to be in our print studio, which is only accessible by stairs. 

No class on October 3rd + November 28th. 

Our class/workshop cancellation policy can be found here.

We believe art should be accessible to all. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.