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Join us in creating beautiful paper flowers using various mediums while enjoying tea and scones!
$15 per flower - All materials provided
Call Kathy at 813-758-5161 or email [email protected] to register!
Join us for select this month’s Saturday Art Class at the Art Factory, where we will be painting hand-crafted ceramic ornaments!
10 am to 12 pm
$5 per ornament
Good for all ages 5 and above!
Email [email protected] with any questions or to reserve your spot!
Join us for Winthrop Arts first ever Totem-lly Bewitching Pumpkin Party! This is a fun, free, and family friendly fall event! We will be joined by many local businesses, organizations, groups and families who will sponsor Winthrop Arts by creating larger than life "Pumpkin Totem Poles!”
DETAILS:
Each pole will hold 7-10 decorated pumpkins created by the sponsoring business, organization, group or family. Signage will identify the sponsor of each pole. We will have judges to award Best Theme, Most Original, Funniest, Scariest and Best in Show!
Arrive at 4pm to watch the pumpkin set up, and stay for lawn games, giveaways, music by a local DJ, candy, a 50/50 raffle and more! And stay until 6:30 to see which totem poles win the awards!
Come as you are or in costume!
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT!
Email [email protected] for more info.
We are pleased to host the Annual Children's Art Show is an exhibit organized by Winthrop Arts and presented by Suncoast Credit Union. This fun and free event is open to the public. Young artists who would like to participate are only required to pay a $5 entry fee with their work. Please see the Children’s Art Show 2019 page on this website for more details.
We can’t wait to see you on October 24th!
Join us on Saturday, September 28th from 10am - noon and make a fall wreath with us!
10 am to 12 pm
$10 per wreath
We will provide all of the necessary materials, however if you have special embellishments, bring them along!
This class is good for ages 5 and up
Please call Kathy at 813-768-5161 or email [email protected] to reserve your spot!
WINTHROP ARTS PRESENTS: POTTERY PAINTING AT THE ART FACTORY
Saturday, August 24 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
$5 per person per project
Projects good for anyone 5 years old and up
No reservations needed but you can confirm your spot by calling Kathy at 813-758-5161 or
emailing [email protected].
We hope to see you there!
The community is invited to a fun evening of creating art at the Winthrop Arts Art Factory on Friday, August 9 from 6-7:30 p.m!
Create art with our talented instructors and take a tour of the Art Factory. Learn about our classes for children, teens, and adults. If you come to the event and register for our weekday classes for children 5-18 years old (two classes offered daily Monday to Friday from 3-4:30 or 4:30-6 p.m.) that night, and you will be entered to receive either the registration fee waived or two free classes. We will select at least two winners. Must be present to win and must register that night to be eligible.
The Art Factory is located at 11267 Winthrop Main St. (behind Remi's Minis) in Riverview.
The event is FREE and open to the public.
For more information please call Kathy at 813-758-5161.
WINTHROP ARTS PRESENTS GALLERY EXHIBIT AND ARTSTS’ RECEPTION FEATURING A COLLABORATION BETWEEN BRYANT MARTINEZ AND BEN HOUGH
COME SEE THE BEAUTIFUL PAINTINGS OF WINTHROP TOWN ARTIST AND WINTHROP ARTS ART FACTORY LEAD INSTRUCTOR,
BRYANT MARTINEZ
AND
THE STEAMPUNK ART OF BEN HOUGH, WINNER OF THE 11TH ANNUAL WINTHROP ARTS FESTVIAL AND MARKET EMERGING ARTIST AWARD
THURSDAY, MAY 9 FROM 6 TO 7:30 P.M. AT THE ART FACTORY LOCATED AT 11267 WINTHROP MAIN ST. IN RIVERVIEW LIGHT REFRESHMENTS
FREE TO THE COMMUNITY
TAKE A TOUR OF THE ART FACTORY AND LEARN ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS AND ARTS CLASSES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS
FOR MORE INFORMAITON, CALL KATHY AT 813-758-5161
Tickets available for purchase via the Eventbrite.com link
Teen Open Studio is a free program presented by the Tampa Museum of Art at the Winthrop Art Factory that gives teens in grades six through twelve the opportunity to create, learn, and work alongside local working artists. Teens can learn new techniques, explore new media, take on new themes, and hear about careers in the arts from a new artist every week.
All materials provided.
Visit this link to sign up today!
Email [email protected] or call (813) 421-6631 with any questions.
Teen Open Studio is a free program presented by the Tampa Museum of Art at the Winthrop Art Factory that gives teens in grades six through twelve the opportunity to create, learn, and work alongside local working artists. Teens can learn new techniques, explore new media, take on new themes, and hear about careers in the arts from a new artist every week.
All materials provided.
Visit this link to sign up today!
Email [email protected] or call (813) 421-6631 with any questions.
Teen Open Studio is a free program presented by the Tampa Museum of Art at the Winthrop Art Factory that gives teens in grades six through twelve the opportunity to create, learn, and work alongside local working artists. Teens can learn new techniques, explore new media, take on new themes, and hear about careers in the arts from a new artist every week.
All materials provided.
Visit this link to sign up today!
Email [email protected] or call (813) 421-6631 with any questions.
Teen Open Studio is a free program presented by the Tampa Museum of Art at the Winthrop Art Factory that gives teens in grades six through twelve the opportunity to create, learn, and work alongside local working artists. Teens can learn new techniques, explore new media, take on new themes, and hear about careers in the arts from a new artist every week.
All materials provided.
Visit this link to sign up today!
Email [email protected] or call (813) 421-6631 with any questions.
Starrlights Cabaret presents Wonderland: A Musical Dining Experience
Join Starrlights Cabaret at the Barn Theatre as they present a night of music and dining, featuring Roberto Ferrer and Diego Villa. A portion of the proceeds will go to Winthrop Arts!
Tickets for the show only are $30. Tickets for dinner and show are $45 with VIP tickets at $65. Doors open at 6:30 pm on Friday, December 21st. For more info and to purchase tickets, call 813-684-2276.
Come take a fun holiday-themed Art Class at the Art Factory Saturday, December 1 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Select from the following classes:
Paint a ceramic ornament (up to 3 ornaments per person) - $15 per person
Make a creative holiday stocking - $10 per person ($5/ additional stocking/per person) Creative a whimsical holiday bird house - $15 per person
Paint a winter or holiday scene* - $20 per person
*This class is 2 hours long and requires pre-registration. The class will run from 10 a.m. to
12 p.m.
The Art Factory is located at 11267 Winthrop Main Street in Riverview (right behind Remi’s Minis Donuts). To sign up and reserve your spot, please call Kathy at 813-758-5161 or email [email protected].
Teen Open Studio is a free program presented by the Tampa Museum of Art at the Winthrop Art Factory that gives teens in grades six through twelve the opportunity to create, learn, and work alongside local working artists. Teens can learn new techniques, explore new media, take on new themes, and hear about careers in the arts from a new artist every week.
All materials provided.
Visit this link to sign up today!
Email [email protected] or call (813) 421-6636 with any questions.
We hope you will join us on Saturday, October 27th between 10am and 2pm for some fabulous fall art classes and an artisan market!
Come see local artists and grab some great original works of art and handcrafted artisan crafts. We also encourage you to take a class from one of the Art Factory Teachers! Take a tour of the Art Factory and learn more about us! See the class options below - they are open to all ages! We hope you will join us!
10 - 10:30AM AND 12:30 - 1PM
Make a velvet pumpkin with fabrics teacher, Amy
$15 per student
10:30 - 11AM AND 1:30 - 2PM
Paint pottery with pottery teacher, Tim
$15 per piece & $5 for additional pieces
11AM - NOON
Paint a fall scene on canvas with painting teacher, Carol
$20 per student
All materials are included for the price of the class.
Registration requested but not required For more information call 813-758-5161
We are thrilled to be hosting our Annual Children's Art Show, which is an exhibit organized by Winthrop Arts and presented by Suncoast Credit Union.
All area students 18 years and younger are encouraged to submit an original artwork in any medium (pencil, watercolor, acrylic, pastels, crayon, oil, mosaics, sculpture, photography, digital). 2D pieces should be no larger than 8"x10" and can be matted, framed or on canvas. 3D pieces will be displayed on tabletops.
Awards include Best of Show ($25 cash and 4 classes plus registration at the Art Factory) 1st Place for each age category ($15 and 2 classes plus registration at the Art Factory) 2nd Place for each age category ($10)
3rd Place for each age category ($5)
3 Honorable Mentions (ribbon and certificate)
An artists’ reception will be held on Thursday, October 25 from 6 to 7 p.m.at the Art Factory located at 11267 Winthrop Main St. in Riverview. Awards will be presented at 6:30 p.m.
For more information, please call Kathy at 813-758-5161 or email [email protected].
Teen Open Studio is a free program presented by the Tampa Museum of Art at the Winthrop Art Factory that gives teens in grades six through twelve the opportunity to create, learn, and work alongside local working artists. Teens can learn new techniques, explore new media, take on new themes, and hear about careers in the arts from a new artist every week.
All materials provided.
Visit this link to sign up today!
Email [email protected] or call (813) 421-6636 with any questions.
Teen Open Studio is a free program presented by the Tampa Museum of Art at the Winthrop Art Factory that gives teens in grades six through twelve the opportunity to create, learn, and work alongside local working artists. Teens can learn new techniques, explore new media, take on new themes, and hear about careers in the arts from a new artist every week.
All materials provided.
Visit this link to sign up today!
Email [email protected] or call (813) 421-6636 with any questions.
Join us for the third week of Art Factory summer camp!
Week 3, June 18 to June 22: IT’S ALL ABOUT FABRIC
Campers will learn about sewing, fabrics and printmaking as they create flags, puppets and more. Please see the Art Factory Summer Camp 2018 page for full details and sign up information.
Join us for the second week of Art Factory summer camp!
Week 2, June 11 to June 15: PUBLIC ART
Campers will join local artists as they design, construct and produce a mixed-media public art piece. Please see the Art Factory Summer Camp 2018 page for full details and sign up information.
Join us for the first week of Art Factory summer camp!
Week 1, June 4 to June 8: CREATE AN IMAGINARY CAROUSEL
Campers will learn drawing and painting techniques from a professional artist as they create an imaginary carousel. Campers will produce a life-size carousel using recycled materials. Please see the Art Factory Summer Camp 2018 page for full details and sign up information.
The Community Is Invited To Saturday Art Class
Taking Better Pictures On The Go
with local photographer, Jacob Seace
Date: Saturday, April 28
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Location: Art Factory
11267 Winthrop Main St., Riverview
Learn How To:
• Use best angles
• Positioning with light
• Color editing
• Portrait/ Landscape Use
Good for adults and children!
$20 per person
MUST BRING YOUR OWN CAMERA OR PHONE
www.winthroparts.org
Reservations Required as class is limited to 15
Please RSVP by Thursday, April 26
Please call 758-5161 or email [email protected]
Come see the world premiere of the student-produced, short film!
The Art Factory students created a short film. They wrote the script, acted in it and directed it, all under the direction of the Art Factory’s Creative Storytelling Instructor, Edison Ewell!
Come see the film, meet the actors and producers and take a tour of the Art Factory!
No Reservations Necessary. Call 913-758-5161 or email [email protected] for more information
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT!
Join us as we celebrate the introduction of Nicole Wooldridge’s Wonderful Foundation. Come see some of Nicole’s beautiful artwork and learn about the partnership between Winthrop Arts and the foundation to provide underserved children with free art classes.
Enjoy light refreshments and a wonderful evening of art. Call 758-5161 or email [email protected] for more information.
Come to this Thursday evening class hosted by Winthrop Arts at Kraftologee. Participants will create a fun woven owl with the Art Factory's fabric teacher, Amy Estes.
$20 per person - Good for adults and children who are accompanied by an adult. All materials included.
Reservations are recommended, but not required. Reserve your spot today at [email protected] or 813-758-5161.
Come to this Thursday evening class hosted by Winthrop Arts at Kraftologee. Participants will create a one-of-a-kind dreamcatcher with the Art Factory's fabric teacher, Amy Estes.
$20 per person - Good for adults and children who are accompanied by an adult. All materials included.
Reservations are recommended, but not required. Reserve your spot today at [email protected] or 813-758-5161.
Come to this Thursday evening class hosted by Winthrop Arts at Kraftologee. Participants will create a unique mixed media art piece with Winthrop Town Artist, Bryant Martinez.
$20 per person - Good for adults and children who are accompanied by an adult. All materials included.
Reservations are recommended, but not required. Reserve your spot today at [email protected] or 813-758-5161.
This class invites parents and children (ages 3-6) to work together to create a masterpiece that is truly as unique as your family! $20 for one child & one adult, $10 for each additional child. Price includes all art making materials and a museum voucher. The class is a collaboration with the Tampa Museum of Art, but be sure to come to the Art Factory where the class is being held!
For more information and class registration, please visit:TampaMuseum.org/TMAstudio or contact Studio Programs at [email protected].
