Workshops

Gentle Painting Sessions — In Libraries and Community Centers

Whether gathered at a local library, or inside a community center, each session invites softness, creativity, and a quiet return to yourself. These workshops aren’t about being perfect or polished—they’re about pausing, reconnecting, and letting something gentle unfold through art.

 What to Expect  

• All supplies provided

• A two-hour floral painting session

• Step-by-step, beginner-friendly guidance

• A calm, supportive space—no pressure, no experience needed

• All supplies provided (canvas, paint, brushes, aprons)

• Non-toxic oil painting led by Ovi Paulter or watercolor sessions led by Soo Kim

🗓️ Upcoming Sessions

 Upcoming Workshops (Free)

• Hackensack Library - February 12, 2026 at 6 pm (lilacs)

• Rochelle Park Library - March 14, 2026 at 12 pm (Saturday)(lilacs)

• Saddle Brook Library - March 28, 2026 at 11 am - (Saturday)(lilacs) 

• Hackensack Library - April 16, 2026 at 6 pm (Gentle Sunset Over Water)

• Wings Cancer Support Organization, Verona, NJ - April 22, 2026 at 7 pm (sunflowers)

• Glen Rock Public Library - May 13, 2026 at 6:30 pm (Gentle Sunset Over Water)

• "Softening the Pattern: A Gentle Reset" One Day Art Retreat in Nyack, NY - June 13, 2026

• Elmwood Park Library - August 8, 2026 at 10 am (Saturday)(Gentle Sunset Over Water)

• More venues and dates to be announced soon 

Workshops in a Peony Garden:

• "Peony's Envy" Flower Garden, Bernardsville, NJ - May 7, 2026 - 10 am (tree peony){fee}

• "Peony's Envy" Flower Garden, Bernardsville, NJ - May 28, 2026 - 5:30 pm (peony){fee}

For Libraries & Community Partners 

Each session is fully prepared with all supplies, setup, and step-by-step guidance, so your team can simply welcome patrons and enjoy hosting. To keep workshops free and accessible for the community, many libraries choose to help offset supply costs (about $13 per participant). Even a small contribution toward basics like canvases, brushes, or table covers helps us sustain quarterly offerings while keeping the experience gentle and welcoming for everyone. 

How to Join 

All library workshops are free to attend.

Each library manages its own registration, so please sign up directly through the hosting library — either on their events page or by calling the library.

Space is limited, so we encourage early registration to reserve your spot.