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.

Unlock the magic of encaustic painting in Wax & Wonder, a dynamic four-week course where color, composition, and mixed media techniques come alive through layers of molten wax. Whether you’re new to encaustic or looking to deepen your practice, this class will guide you through innovative ways to blend pigment, texture, and collage into striking, multi-dimensional artworks.

What You’ll Explore:

• Week 1: The Alchemy of Color – Learn how to mix and layer encaustic pigments for depth, luminosity, and impact. Experiment with blending techniques that create harmony and contrast in your compositions.

• Week 2: Layering & Texture – Discover how to build rich, tactile surfaces using wax as both a sculptural and painting medium. Explore scraping, incising, and mark-making to add depth to your work.

• Week 3: Mixed Media & Collage – Fuse fabric, paper, and found materials into your encaustic pieces, transforming simple elements into evocative narratives.

• Week 4: Composition & Refinement – Learn the principles of strong composition and how to balance color, texture, and form. Finish your final pieces with expert tips on polishing and preserving encaustic art.

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.