Join veteran Geoffrey Bowton for a FREE paper mask painting activity. Paint or sketch your story on the mask. Registration requested.

There are moments in life when expressing something deeply important becomes a challenge. Words may fail us, making it difficult to communicate what truly matters. Through Bowton's own journey, he discovered that art can serve as a bridge to his inner self. It enables him to engage with the unresolved stories within, offering a way to confront narratives that are not easily spoken aloud.

"One of the most profound experiences I have encountered is creating something tangible from personal history. By externalizing thoughts and feelings into a physical form, I am able to witness them in the world around me. This creative act brings clarity and a sense of relief, as though a burden has been lifted. Each time I commit to this process, I take another step toward self-awareness and finding peace through making art," said Bowton.

Join Geoffrey Bowton in sharing your story with others during a free, four-hour window of Paper Mask Painting.Click here to learn more about Art Therapy and Mask Painting.
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Melt your stress away. In this introductory workshop, learn the basics of using a 3,000°F torch and shape molten glass into colorful worry or fidget stones that fit perfectly in your hand or pocket. Guided by a skilled instructor, you’ll apply color and surface texture to make it your own. Perfect for finding your center, a tool for fidgeting, or great for gifting.

Ages 14+

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.

Top off your bottles with style. In this introductory workshop, melt and shape molten glass into custom bottle stoppers with a 3,000°F torch. Guided by a skilled instructor, learn torch basics and add color, texture, and details to create functional art for wine, oils, or decorative display. Impress your guests or give as a unique hand crafted gift.

Ages 14+

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.

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Ages 14+

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.

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Ages 14+

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Ages 14+

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.

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Ages 14+

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.

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Ages 14+

Due to the nature of hot glass, your items will be available for pickup 5 days after your activity.