• Kids Spring Break Art Camp – Textile Art Techniques

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Each day of the week will be a different class, take one or all of them! Morning Session will be from 9am until 11am. On Saturday we will put the art made from all of the classes on display in the gallery and hold an opening reception

  • Kids Spring Break Art Camp – Opening Exhibition

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Each day of the week will be a different class, take one or all of them! Morning Session will be from 9am until 11am. On Saturday we will put the art made from all of the classes on display in the gallery and hold an opening reception

  • Oil Painting Workshop

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Join Marjorie Myers, a local artist who has learned from Dana Jester, Steve Ross and Kevin Hill as she helps you step by step create a beautiful landscape oil painting. All materials provided. We will be painting on a 16x20 canvas. $65.00 per person.  

  • Garden Journaling & Seed Swap

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Slow down, get creative, and connect with fellow plant lovers at our Garden Journaling & Seed Swap Night! This cozy, community-focused evening is all about capturing the beauty of your garden while sharing inspiration—and seeds—with others. Bring your favorite journal and a selection of seeds from your

  • Gouache Landscape Painting

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Explore the rich, velvety world of gouache in this guided landscape painting workshop! Perfect for beginners and experienced artists, this class will walk you step by stepthrough creating a beautiful landscape while still encouraging your own creative style and personal touches. You’ll learn techniques for layering, color

  • Artist Reception – Well, What Were You Wearing? An Exhibit About Survival.

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    An exhibition featuring the art and accounts of local survivors of sexual assault for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Come learn more about what it means to be a survivor of sexual violence and how you can help the survivors in your life and community.  

  • Wire Wrapping Workshop

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Discover the art of wire wrapping in this hands-on, small-group workshop! With a maximum of just six participants, this class offers a relaxed, intimate setting where you’ll receive plenty of guidance as you learn a semi-intricate wrapping technique. Guests will choose from a variety of stones/crystals and

  • Working With Clayboard

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Clayboard Fun Remember scratchboard? Well, clay is the ground (under the ink) and a wonderful painting surface when primed onto Masonite! Using several mediums and approaches, one may create a wide variety of effects. Take home at least one finished piece. $75 per person.  

  • Rice Paper Butterfly Mobiles

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Capture the essence of the butterfly with this unique dip/dye craft. Create dozens of stunningly realistic, fluttering, delicate- yet- durable- dazzling butterflies! Pure colorful magic! These butterflies can be used for crowns, mobiles, curtains, barrettes, pins and so much more! Admission TBD.  

  • Applique Techniques

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Explore the creative possibilities of appliqué in this technique-focused class designed for all skill levels! You’ll learn a variety of approaches including hand-stitched, machine-stitched, no-stitch (fusible), and reverse appliqué methods. Whether you try one technique or experiment with all of them, you’ll gain the skills to add

  • Beginner Stained Glass Workshop

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Create your own beautiful stained glass art. Learn how to cut & break glass as you create your own project using the copper foil method. The session will deal with type & quality of glass, appropriate tools, cutting techniques and assembling. Each person will leave the class

  • Watercolor Resist Postcard

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Postcards from the Edge, stamps included. Bring your favorite landscape snapshots or use ours for inspiration. Create postcardsize scenic watercolors using homemade inks and a number of resist processes to make them really pop! Take home as many postcards as you can create! Mail them to friends! $50 all materials

  • Wet Felt Light

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Create your own cozy, one-of-a-kind hanging light in this hands-on wet felting class! Perfect for both beginners and experienced makers, this workshop will guide you through the process of transforming soft wool fibers into a beautiful, durable felted lampshade. You’ll learn the fundamentals of wet felting, including

  • Open Mic Poetry Night Hosted by Jamie Neely

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Join us for this free event every last Wednesday of the month! All types of writing welcome. Hosted By Jamie Neely. BYOB welcome.  

  • Oil Painting Workshop

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Join Marjorie Myers, a local artist who has learned from Dana Jester, Steve Ross and Kevin Hill as she helps you step by step create a beautiful landscape oil painting. All materials provided. We will be painting on a 16x20 canvas. Ages: All ages welcome | Instructor:

  • Intro to Watercolor

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Looking for a jumping off point to get into watercolor? In this beginner class, we will cover a variety of techniques to help get you started! We will be making multiple small paintings experimenting with masking, layering, wet-on-wet, and dry brushing techniques. All supplies will be provided

  • Painted Planter Workshop

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

      Get ready to bring some personality to your plants in this playful Funny Face Planter Workshop! In this hands-on class, you'll design and decorate your own one-of-a-kind planter featuring a quirky, expressive face—goofy, grumpy, glamorous, or anything in between. All materials provided. $40 per person. Pre-registration

  • Cyanotype Workshop

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Embark on a mesmerizing journey into the world of cyanotype printing in our immersive Cyanotype Workshop! Discover the magic of this historic photographic process that harnesses the power of light to create stunning blue-hued prints. Our knowledgeable instructor will guide you through each step of the process,

  • Craft Night: Pressed Flower Workshop

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    This laid-back workshop is all about slowing down, enjoying the process, and making something beautiful with your hands. Using delicate pressed flowers you'll design your own set of dreamy, botanical candles. $45 per person. All materials provided. Pre-registration required. BYOB friendly for 21 plus!  

  • Mother’s Day Make & take

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Celebrate the mothers in your life with an afternoon of creativity! Our Mother's Day Make + Take Market brings together a variety of fun, hands-on crafts guided by local artists. Whether you're dropping in with mom for a special day together or sneaking away to make her

  • Needle Felting Workshop

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    All materials are provided, and artist Jacqueline JoAnn will guide you step by step through the entire process, making this workshop approachable for beginners and enjoyable for experienced crafters alike. You'll leave with charming, handmade felted pieces like mushrooms or cute animals perfect for décor or gifting.

  • Still Life Speed Drawing

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Like speed dating, but you leave with art instead of regrets. Challenge your creativity and sharpen your observation skills in this dynamic still life speed drawing class! Artists will rotate through five unique still life setups, each offering a range of difficulty levels to keep things engaging.

  • Ottawa’s Third Friday Makers Market

    Downtown Ottawa 223 W. Madison, Ottawa, United States

    Arts, culture, and entertainment come alive every Third Friday in downtown Ottawa! This free lively street festival features 40 handmade and homegrown makers, live music, food, and rotating themed experiences each month that keep every event fresh and exciting. Bring the whole family! We offer a free kids

  • Natural Dye Tea Towels

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Discover the beauty of natural color in this hands-on Natural Dye Tea Towel Workshop. In this class, you'll explore the art of botanical dyeing using plants, flowers, and kitchen scraps to create one-of-a-kind textiles. Guided step by step, you'll learn how to prepare fabric, extract color from

  • Journaling Night

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Slow down, reflect, and reconnect at our Journaling Night. This relaxed, creative session is designed to help you carve out intentional time for yourself—whether you're new to journaling or already have a well-loved notebook. Journaing supplies provided. Bring your journal. $20 per person. Registration required.