Artisan Studio Programs
adult art enrichment program
These free 4 week classes meet on Thursdays and are open to adults 18+ who in Detroit, Highland Park, or Hamtramck. Each class nurtures creativity and teaches new artistic skills, and emphasizes sustainability in every lesson.
This program offers skill-building workshops led by local artists with a focus on self-expression, sustainability, and community. Designed for adults of all experience levels, the program creates a welcoming space for creative growth, connection, and healing through art. Gain hands-on experience, build confidence, and contribute to a vibrant culture of lifelong learning and collective care!
Upcoming Class
THE ART OF THE MASK: ASSEMBLING THE SELF
Teaching Artist: Lavern Williams
Thursdays: May 14, 21, 28, June 4
Session Times: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Adult Art Enrichment Program
Upcoming Class
In this four-week mixed media workshop, participants will create a personal mask (or small series) using cardboard, recycled materials, and found objects. Through sketching, group discussion, and hands-on experimentation, students will explore identity and self-expression, transforming everyday items into meaningful features that reflect who they are or who they are becoming. Participants will begin with soft materials like paper, fabric, and paint, then gradually incorporate more dimensional and unexpected elements. The class includes guided instruction, individualized support, and a final share-out of completed works in a supportive environment.
This course is led by Lavern Williams, a Detroit-based artist and educator with over 40 years of experience. A former teaching artist at the Detroit Institute of Arts, Lavern is known for transforming discarded materials into vibrant works of art and for facilitating engaging, community-centered workshops that inspire creativity, confidence, and exploration in learners of all ages.
This class aligns with the following SDG’s:
Goal #3 - Good health & well being: Learner centered approach focused on authentic expression with no perceived expectations.
Goal #5 - Gender equality: All are welcome to participate.
Goal #12 - Responsible consumption & Reproduction: Use of recycled materials
Class Dates:
Four consecutive Thursdays
May 14, 21, 28 and June 4
6:00–8:00 PM
FREE & OPEN TO DETROIT, HIGHLAND PARK AND HAMTRAMCK RESIDENTS
18 & OLDER
Registration is required. Please register only if you are available for all four class dates.
FAQ
Who is eligible to participate in free classes at the Artisan Studio?
All Hope for Flowers Artisan Studio Programming is free for residents in Detroit, Highland Park, or Hamtramck thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and funders.
What are the classes like?
Classes are 2 hours long and meet over 4 weeks on Thursdays. Unless otherwise noted, classes are open to students of all abilities and experience levels.
Expect to meet other community members curious about art and sustainability, learn a few new skills, and end the class with a completed project.
What is the class size?
Our Detroit Artisan Studio classroom can accommodate approximately 20 students. We work with each teaching artists to determine the best class size for the medium at hand, which can range from 8 to 20 students.
Where is the classroom located?
Hope for Flowers is located at 119 Garfield Street, Suite 500, Detroit MI 48201.
Our classroom entrance is on the plaza on the west side of the Freelon building. Google Maps may be inaccurate, so look out for our sign outside on the plaza.
I have more questions about the class. Who do I contact?
Please reach out to the Artisan Studio Director Mandisa Smith at artisanstudio@hopeforflowers.com
Upcoming Classes
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119 Garfield St, Suite 500
Detroit, MI 48201
We are located on the West side of the Freelon apartment complex building on the plaza around the corner of Cure Nailhouse.
