Adult Art Workshops · August & September 2026 · San Antonio, TX
No Lanyards Required
Location: Bihl Haus Arts · 2803 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio TX
Camp Bihl Haus is a summer adult art workshop series hosted at Bihl Haus Arts in San
Antonio, Texas. Join us for hands-on classes led by professional artists and educators
across a wide range of mediums — from ceramics and jewelry to zine-making and
surrealist painting. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned artist, there’s a class for
you. Adults 18+ only. No lanyards required.
August 2026 — August 7–28
Fridays
| WHAT’S A ZINE? AND HOW TO MAKE ONE! | |
| Instructor: | Alycia Vargas |
| Dates: | Fridays — August 7, 14 & 21, 2026 |
| Time: | 12:30–2pm |
| Price: | $50 per student (3-session course) |
| Medium: | Traditional / Illustration / Collage / Painting — Beginner |
| Level: |
Beginner |
| Description: |
All skill levels welcome. We’ll cover what a zine is, its history, then dive
right in — collaging, painting, and drawing in your own mini booklet. The
topic is totally up to you. There’s no wrong way to make a zine. |
| CERAMIC STAMP & KINTSUGI | |
| Instructor: | Sarah Connell |
| Dates: | Fridays — August 7, 14 & 21, 2026 |
| Time: | 3–4:30pm |
| Price: | $50 per student (3-session course) |
| Medium: | Ceramics — Beginner |
| Level: |
Beginner |
| Description: |
A collaborative workshop where GO! Arts students join instructor Sarah
Connell. Participants carve their own stamp designs into clay cylinders,
then use those stamps to create decorative clay tiles. |
| ALTARS & CHICANO ART | |
| Instructor: | Naomi Palomo |
| Dates: | Friday — August 28, 2026 |
| Time: | 1–4pm (3 hours) |
| Price: | $35 per student (single 3-hour session) |
| Medium: | Mixed Media — Beginner |
| Level: |
Beginner |
| Description: |
A single-session workshop exploring Chicano/a heritage through the
creation of personal altars and mixed media art. Drawing on traditions of
devotion, storytelling, and cultural identity. No experience needed.
English / Spanish. |
Saturdays
| JEWELRY: STRINGING | |
| Instructor: | Denise McCoy |
| Dates: | Saturdays — August 8, 15 & 22, 2026 |
| Time: | 9–10:30am |
| Price: | $50 per student (3-session course) |
| Medium: | Beading & Findings — Beginner |
| Level: |
Beginner |
| Description: |
Learn the fundamentals of stringing beads, how to finish ends cleanly,
and how to choose the right clasps and findings. Design principles
covered throughout. A great foundation for jewelry making. |
| CREATIVE ART JOURNALING | |
| Instructor: | Angela Weddle |
| Dates: | Saturdays — August 8, 15 & 22, 2026 |
| Time: | 11am–12:30pm |
| Price: | $50 per student (3-session course) |
| Medium: | Mixed Media — All Levels |
| Level: |
All Levels |
| Description: |
A hands-on introduction to art journaling — a mix of writing, drawing,
collage, and painting. Learn to start and maintain a personal art journal
while exploring personal style and building creative confidence in a
relaxed, supportive environment. |
| PORTRAIT DRAWING INTENSIVE | |
| Instructor: | Liz Gomez |
| Dates: | Saturdays — August 8, 15 & 22, 2026 |
| Time: | 1–2:30pm |
| Price: | $50 per student (3-session course) |
| Medium: | Drawing — Beginner to Intermediate |
| Level: |
Beginner – Intermediate |
| Description: |
Explore the fundamentals of portrait drawing through traditional and
contemporary approaches. Day 1: Loomis method. Day 2: Envelope
method. Day 3: 90-minute live model session in the medium of your
choice. |
SEPTEMBER 2026 — September 11–26
Fridays
| BATIK: GRADATIONS IN BLACK | |
| Instructor: | Mary Lustri |
| Dates: | Friday — September 11, 2026 |
| Time: | 9–11am (2 hours) |
| Price: | $35 per student (single 2-hour session) |
| Medium: | Textile / Wax & Dye — Beginner |
| Level: |
Beginner |
| Description: |
Discover the ancient art of batik. Apply wax to fabric to create a resist
pattern, dip in black dye, then iron off the wax to reveal your one-of-a-
kind design. Bold, graphic, and entirely your own. English / Spanish. |
| BOTANICAL DRAWING & PAINTING | |
| Instructor: | Kathleen Baker Pittman |
| Dates: | Friday September 11 & Saturday September 12, 2026 |
| Time: | 12:30–2pm (both days) |
| Price: | $35 per student (2-session course) |
| Medium: | Painting — Beginner |
| Level: |
Beginner |
| Description: |
Begin by exploring the world of botanical art, then put observation into
practice through drawing exercises that emphasize looking closely at the
intricate details of natural specimens. A great introduction to slowing
down and capturing the natural world. |
| BATIK: ADDING COLOR WITH DYE | |
| Instructor: | Mary Lustri |
| Dates: | Friday — September 18, 2026 |
| Time: | 9–12pm (3 hours) |
| Price: | $35 tax-deductible donation (single 3-hour session) |
| Medium: | Textile / Rit Dye — Beginner |
| Level: | Beginner |
| Description: | A follow-up to Batik Class 1. Bring your piece to life with color — paint three layers of Gulf wax, dip in Rit Dye, and iron off the wax to reveal a vibrant finished piece. A dramatic and satisfying conclusion to the batik process. English / Spanish. |
| LA CATRINA: CHALK PASTEL PORTRAIT | |
| Instructor: | Mary Lustri |
| Dates: | Friday — September 25, 2026 |
| Time: | 9–11am (2 hours) |
| Price: | $35 per student (single 2-hour session) |
| Medium: | Chalk Pastel on Colored Construction Paper — Beginner |
| Level: |
Beginner |
| Description: |
Bring the iconic La Catrina to life using chalk pastels on colored
construction paper. Practice facial proportions using a mirror, then shade
and blend color and detail to complete your own stunning portrait.
English / Spanish. |
| SURREAL DISCOVERY: ORGANIC MAGIC DRAWING | |
| Instructor: | Kat Shevchenko |
| Dates: | Friday — August 28, 2026 |
| Time: | 6–7:30pm (standalone class) |
| Price: | $25 per student (single session) |
| Medium: | Drawing & Mark-Making — Beginner Welcome |
| Level: |
Beginner Welcome |
| Description: |
Tap into your subconscious through guided drawing and mark-making
exercises rooted in surrealist tradition. Intuitive techniques designed to
bypass the critical mind and unlock unexpected imagery. Register for
one, two, or all three sessions. |
| SURREAL DISCOVERY: FUMAGE | |
| Instructor: | Kat Shevchenko |
| Dates: | Friday — September 18, 2026 |
| Time: | 6–7:30pm (standalone class) |
| Price: | $25 per student (single session) |
| Medium: | Candle Technique — Beginner Welcome |
| Level: |
Beginner Welcome |
| Description: |
Explore the surrealist technique of fumage — using candles to create
mysterious, one-of-a-kind imagery on paper. Each mark is entirely
unrepeatable. Register for one, two, or all three sessions. |
Saturdays
| JEWELRY: WIRE & CHAIN | |
| Instructor: | Denise McCoy |
| Dates: | Saturdays — September 12, 19 & 26, 2026 |
| Time: | 9–10:30am |
| Price: | $50 per student (3-session course) |
| Medium: | Wire Work — Beginner |
| Level: |
Beginner |
| Description: |
Explore how to use wire to connect beads and construct chains, earrings,
and closures. A great continuation from Jewelry: Stringing — though no
prior experience is required to join. |
| MEDITATIVE ART | |
| Instructor: | Lauren Merceron |
| Dates: | Saturdays — September 12, 19 & 26, 2026 |
| Time: | 2:30–4pm |
| Price: | $50 per student (3-session course) |
| Medium: | Mixed Media — All Levels |
| Level: |
All Levels |
| Description: |
A gentle, go-at-your-own-pace art class blending simple breathing
exercises with creative exploration. Each session opens with a short
grounding meditation, moves into guided creative activities, and wraps |
All classes held at Bihl Haus Arts · 2803 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio TX · Adults
18+ only
Questions?
Contact Sarah Shore at sarah.shore.education@bihlhausarts.org
· (210) 413-9665