Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts

Hot Wax & Paper: Encaustic Collage February 13, 2026Ages 16+ | Adult Craft NightMedium: 2D EncausticsCourse Fee: $85 Explore the expressive and immersive art of encaustic collage in this hands-on adult workshop. Using encaustic medium (a blend of heated beeswax and resin) you’ll learn how to create richly layered compositions without traditional adhesives. Participants will […]

Beautiful Blues: Introduction to Indigo (Ages 16+) 📅 Date: February 7, 2026🧵 Medium: Textiles👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly💲 Course Fee: $18 Discover the magic of indigo, a plant that has produced stunning blue dyes around the world for centuries. In this hands-on workshop, youth ages 16+ and adults will learn about indigo’s rich history, its traditional and contemporary […]

Creating a Personalized Pendant (Ages 11+) 📅 Date: February 7, 2026💍 Medium: Jewelry & Metals👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly💲 Course Fee: $18 Explore the art of jewelry making in this hands-on workshop designed for youth ages 11+ and adults. Participants will design and create their own custom copper or brass pendant, learning foundational metalsmithing techniques along the way. […]

Heart-Shaped Picture Holder (Ages 7+) 📅 Date: February 7, 2026🎨 Medium: Clay / Handbuilding👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly💲 Course Fee: $18 Create a meaningful keepsake in this hands-on clay workshop designed for youth ages 7+ and adults. Participants will learn slab handbuilding techniques and underglaze surface design while creating a heart-shaped clay sculpture. Each piece will be decorated […]

Gelli-Printed Valentines (Ages 7+) 📅 Date: February 7, 2026🎨 Medium: 2D Printmaking👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly💲 Course Fee: $18 Discover the magic of gelli printing in this fast, fun, and creative workshop perfect for youth ages 7+ and adults. Participants will design handmade valentines or note cards using stencils and masks to build colorful layers and unique designs. […]

Starry Night Painting (Parent & Me, Ages 5–6) 📅 Date: February 7, 2026🎨 Medium: 2D Painting👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly💲 Course Fee: $30 (includes one adult + one child) Step into the world of Vincent van Gogh during this special Parent & Me painting class designed for children ages 5–6 and their grown-up companion. Led by an experienced […]

Kick off the holiday season with a day full of festive fun at Arrowmont! They are bringing back their Holiday Family Workshops and Marketplace for the second year, offering something for the whole family to enjoy. Morning Family Workshop (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)Start the day with an intergenerational crafting experience for ages 5 and […]

Frances Fox: A Retrospective Weaving Exhibition Join us in celebrating the remarkable life and legacy of Frances Fox, a cherished member of the Arrowmont community. This special retrospective exhibition honors her contributions to the Gatlinburg arts scene, her dedication to a family tradition of craft, and the vibrant spirit she brought to our school. Explore […]