Art is for All Abilities.
Stay Creative + Make with Meaning
Youth Spring Break & Adult Summer Workshops are Here!
Jump into the world of textile art and image-making!
Discover the endless possibilities with fabric dyeing and printmaking! From hand carving Lino blocks for printmaking to learning how to ice dye fabrics, you’ll leave this workshop with a bundle of colorful creations, a love for design, new techniques for your creative tool box.
For Youth Ages 8-14:
Dye & Design Spring Break Camp: Wednesday, April 16 - Friday, April 18 (Registration Open)
Join us for a two-day plein air oil painting workshop designed for all skill levels! This hands-on experience will guide you through the process of creating stunning landscapes and scenes directly from nature. Over the two days, you’ll learn essential techniques in composition, color mixing, light and shadow, and brushwork. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, you’ll receive personalized instruction tailored to your skill set. Bring your passion for art and enjoy the opportunity to paint outdoors, gain new insights, and elevate your artistic abilities in a supportive and inspiring environment.
For Adults Ages 18+:
The Painter’s Plein Air Workshop: Saturday, June 21 - Sunday, June 22 (Registration Open)
Creative Staycation: Saturday, July 26 - Sunday, July 27 (Registration Opening Soon)
I am Madison Cowan and my goal is to encourage you in growing your creative strengths and weaknesses, finding new innovative ways for all abilities to make, and cultivate that community together. I believe we are life long learners and capable of great creative works! I do not believe practice makes perfection. Practice makes progress. And that progress is so much better than any kind of perfection.
My passion is working with individuals of all learning differences, disabilities and exceptionalities. Because we are all capable of making great things!
I continue to learn and grow in myself and creative practice - every day is sweeter than the next, no matter how difficult life can become. You have to allow this essential investment in yourself to create with your hands, mind, body, and soul.
“I believe we are all capable of creativity.”
The Plein Air Club is a collective of Bakersfield artists and art lovers, who gather monthly in a location specific to Kern County.
Creating together outside, exploring different mediums, and building community.
Membership is Free. Community is priceless.
Upcoming Events
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March 29 Dreamshop
Get ready to unleash your inner textile artist at the Dreamshop Bandana Bonanza—a wildly fun, hands-on workshop where fabric meets imagination! Whether you’re a printmaking pro, a sewing superstar, or just here for the creative chaos, this session will have you stamping, stitching, and splattering your way to a one-of-a-kind bandana masterpiece.
We’re diving into the world of mixed media magic, using block printing, bold patterns, vibrant dyes, and playful embellishments to transform plain fabric into wearable art. You’ll learn printmaking techniques, experiment with textures and layering, and add finishing touches with sewing and fabric manipulation.
Perfect for beginners and seasoned makers alike—come solo, bring a friend, or make it a quirky date! By the end, you’ll leave with a unique, handmade bandana that screams you (or whispers, if you’re going for subtle chic).
Let’s get messy, get creative, and get those bandanas ready to turn heads!
All materials are provided. The Dreamshop is beginner friendly. No prior experience is necessary.Early Bird Tickets Available Now. For Ages 18+.
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Private Lessons
Come create in the studio through a private lesson. Customized for your current creative skill set.
For Youth ages 8+ and Adults.
Materials may include carving tools/knives, oil paints and spirits, graphic and drawing tools. Materials are provided by the studio and fees included in registration fee. -
June: The Painter's Plein Air Workshop
Saturday, June 21 - Sunday, July 22 9:00-11:30am
Join us for a two-day plein air oil painting workshop with a professional artist, designed for all skill levels! This hands-on experience will guide you through the process of creating stunning landscapes and scenes directly from nature. Over the two days, you’ll learn essential techniques in composition, color mixing, light and shadow, and brushwork. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, you’ll receive personalized instruction tailored to your skill set. Bring your passion for art and enjoy the opportunity to paint outdoors, gain new insights, and elevate your artistic abilities in a supportive and inspiring environment.
For Adults Ages 18+
Materials are provided, however feel free to bring what you prefer.
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Special events
Enjoy our creative space and offerings.
A curated mix for your private parties, customized creative classes or workshop, tailored for you and your guests.
Use of space and offerings available upon request only. Inquire Directly.
Special Needs Accommodations Available
Drawing
Private Lessons or Small Group Classes.
Setting your foundation in traditional drawing techniques with approachable strategies for your daily creative practice. Learn observational drawing from life.
Oil Painting
Private Lessons or Small Group Classes.
Learning approachable techniques in oil painting as well as creating opportunities of personal flare within your own compositions and works.
Build your skill set and venture outside with The Plein Air Club!
Printmaking
Private Lessons or Small Group Classes.
Exploring the world of printmaking through textile, paper, and found objects through hand carving your own designs.