207 N. Broadway, Suite B6, Santa Ana Artists Village, CA  92701;  www.theARTbar.net;  714-558-2445

 

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Open Studio Times: 

Play in our private Hands-on Studio:  paint a canvas, decoupage a project of your choice, or play in our paper studio!!

Or just stop in for inspiration or special free demos!

 

NOW available most Saturdays from 12 - 3pm, $19

Additional  Mixed-Media and Expressive Art Workshops are listed on our calendar.

 

We recommend you email to reserve your space if you wish to create in the Studio, as space is limited.

NOTE:  If you are just stopping by, you may wish to  check our calendar for any last minute schedule changes before arriving:

(If you are planning a group event, click here for art party options.) 

 

Your $19 Studio Session can be used towards the following:

Feel free to select the project you desire when you arrive.  We will be happy to give you a tour of all your options . . .

Our Paper Collage Studio includes use of the following supplies:

bulletbullet over 1200 artistic rubber stamps, with a variety of images
bulletbullet hundreds of ink pads, paints, pigments, pencils and powders
bulletbullet assorted markers in every color for journaling or watercoloring
bulletbullet accessories such as stencils, punches, and paper cutters/scissors
bulletbullet heavy duty tools, such as: paper cutters, industrial strength eyelet and nailhead setters, and Zutter Bookbinding system and 7Gypsy Binderie..
bulletbullet Sissix Die Cut Machine
bulletbullet Bookbinding machines for small bookbinding projects
bulletbullet our idea library stocked full with hundreds of books and magazine ideas!

Our Paint Bar:

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Use of brushes, palette knifes, palettes and easels

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Access to $1 paint shots or acrylic mediums (wide range of gels and textures!):  from "house shots" to top of the line Golden Artist Color acrylics, we'll find your color or help you custom-mix it.

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Canvas and other supplies sold separately, starting at just $5

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Special prices on "Just Paint" Open Bar nights, 1st and 3rd Saturday nights, 7 - 10pm, plus LIVE music!  View calendar here.

Decoupage Projects:

bulletbullet Choice of a small paper mache item (journal, picture frame, animal sculpture, paper cone, box, torso, and more . . . )  Larger projects are available for a small upgrade fee.
bulletbullet Use our patterned tissue papers imported from France, made specifically for decoupage
bulletbullet You'll receive all instruction and supplies (paper, use of brushes, glue and varnish), with your paid Studio Time, if you choose this activity instead of using the Studio Supplies. 

Bar Projects

bulletbullet Make-it and Take-it projects design to teach a quick technique
bulletbullet Projects and prices vary.  Call for details

You're always welcome to bring beverages, refreshments, and your own projects/supplies to work with, as long as they are limited to your own space.

Let us provide an inspirational environment for you to create in!

A Fun Family Place:

bulletbullet Adult supervision is necessary for all children at all times.  both an adult and child will need to purchase Studio Time for children under 12.  Some supplies are not appropriate for all ages. 
bulletbullet Or reserve space for our NEW Creativity for Kids session, and someone will assist your child while you play in our studio or attend our "Everyone Paint" workshop up front.  Check our calendar for dates and details!

Ideas:

bulletbullet At a loss for what to do during your Studio Time?  Create a Vision Board Collage, write in your journal and make it VISUAL, make some cards for upcoming occasions, work on your photo albums/scrapbooks, create a handmade book and fill it with poetry, or try some of those wonderful ideas in our library. 
bulletbullet Our studio is filled with lots of inspirational ideas -- just come as you are!
bulletbullet Or learn some more techniques by taking one of our workshops: click here for our workshop/events calendar