HAMMERSPACE OPEN STUDIO
Upcoming Workshops
june 27 & 28, 1pm - 3pm / Ages 8-12
2 Day Bookmaking Workshop
In this Open Studio workshop, students will explore bookmaking as a way to collect memories, textures, observations, and personal narratives.
Inspired by the work of contemporary bookmakers and artists, we will look at how books can become sculptural objects, visual journals, containers for emotion, or spaces for experimentation.
Students will create their own handmade artist book using recycled and found materials. Students will cut and shape pages, construct covers, and experiment with structure, texture, layering, and relief using cardboard, fabric, collage materials, and three-dimensional elements.
With the remaining time we will begin filling their books through sensory and process-based mark making. Using natural materials, paint, drawing tools, collage, collected textures, and optional writing prompts, participants will explore ways of documenting observations, moods, environments, and experiences within the pages of their handmade books.
No prior experience required. All materials provided.
fostering creative expression
Open Studio is a contemporary art-inspired workshop series created by Hammerspace Gallery that encourages play, observation, collaboration, experimentation, and creative confidence through hands-on making experiences.
These workshops emphasize process-based exploration, sensory engagement, curiosity, and personal expression.
Each workshop is connected to the work of living artists from our local community and beyond. By connecting every workshop to real artists working today, the program helps participants understand the broader context of contemporary art.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We offer a range of workshops designed for:
ages 8–12
teens 13–18
adults
occasional all-ages/family workshops
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All experience levels are welcome! No prior art experience is necessary. Open Studio is designed to encourage curiosity, experimentation, and creative confidence rather than technical perfection.
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Yes! Private workshops can be adapted for different age groups, abilities, themes, and settings, and may include process-based artmaking, collaborative projects, sensory-focused experiences, artist-inspired activities, or custom programming developed around a specific event or audience.
To discuss a potential collaboration or event, please contact:
Rebecca Senior
Education Coordinator
Rebecca@hammerspacegallery.com
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We will provide smocks but we recommend wearing clothing that you can move freely in and can get messy!
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Parents are welcome but are not required to stay for ages 8-18
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To protect the quality of education. Our class sizes do not exceed 12 students.
Our Team
Rebecca SENIOR
Education Coordinator and Instructor Rebecca Senior is a local exhibiting artist, mother and educator working across a variety of mediums, age groups, and skill levels. Her teaching practice emphasizes experimentation, curiosity, creative confidence, and the belief that art can be a powerful tool for connection, expression, and healing.
