Beginner-Friendly Art Workshops in Beacon, NY: What To Expect at Your First Class
Trying a new creative workshop can feel exciting… and a little intimidating. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not an artist,” or “What if I’m not good at it?”, you’re in good company.
At That Creative Space in Beacon, NY, our workshops are designed for absolute beginners, the creatively curious, and anyone with experience looking for a supportive place to try something new or reconnect with their practice. Everyone is welcome here.
Here’s what you can expect at your first class, plus a few great beginner-friendly workshops to try this winter.
What To Expect When You Arrive
We recommend arriving 5–10 minutes early so you can settle in. Many of our workshops are 2–3 hours, and we want you to enjoy every minute. If a few students are running late, we typically begin about five minutes after the scheduled start time.
When you walk into the studio, you’ll be greeted by a teaching artist who genuinely loves sharing their craft. Our classes are intentionally small, which means you’ll receive plenty of support, gentle guidance, and one-on-one help throughout the session.The vibe: relaxed, encouraging, and never rushed.
Do I Need Any Experience? (Spoiler: No.)
Our workshops are intentionally beginner-friendly, but they’re also flexible enough to meet you where you are. Whether you’re brand new, returning to art after years away, or already creative, you’ll learn foundational skills and leave with something you’re proud to take home.
What’s Included in the Class Fee?
Most of the time, all you need to bring is yourself.
We include materials and tools for all one-day workshops.
For multi-week or series classes, we’ll send a materials list to purchase ahead of time so you know exactly what to bring. We normally have an extra set of materials in case anyone needs to use ours for the first session.
5 Beginner-Friendly Creative Workshops To Try This Winter in Beacon, NY
These workshops are perfect for first-timers and experienced creatives looking for something fun, inspiring, and low-pressure.
1. Cold-Process Soap Making
A hands-on introduction to making natural soap from scratch. You’ll learn how to safely mix oils, lye, and scents, then pour your own bars to cure at home.
Perfect for anyone curious about the science of soap, DIY skincare, or functional crafts.
2. Vision Board: Out With the Old, In With the New
A cozy, reflective workshop where you’ll design your year using images, words, and intuitive creative play. No crafting or drawing experience needed, just bring your imagination and an openness to explore. Great for both deep intention-setting and light creative fun.
3. Body-Led Movement Drawing
A beautiful blend of gentle movement and expressive drawing. No drawing experience required, this class is all about letting your body guide you. It’s a great way to loosen up, experiment, and create expressive abstract drawings.
4. Intro to SoulCollage®
A calm, introspective collage workshop using imagery, intuition, and guided prompts to create meaningful SoulCollage® cards.Perfect for beginners, journalers, or anyone looking for a reflective creative practice.
5. Decoden Handheld Mirrors
Playful, tactile, and pure joy. This Japanese-inspired craft uses charms, gems, and whipped-cream-like embellishments to decorate handheld mirrors.
Great for ages 10+ and anyone wanting a fun, low-pressure creative session.
If you every have questions about whether a workshop or class is a good fit for you, just send us an email at hello@thatcreativespace.org