Only a few left!
Big & Bitty: A 1-day Art Retreat
May 31, 2025
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for a full-day women's art retreat where size does matter!
Through mixed-media, we'll play with scale as we craft both TEENY tiny treasures and OVERSIZED masterpieces.
Take a day just for you at this retreat designed for women who want to relax, recharge, and create. Enjoy a welcoming environment in a whimsical studio.
No experience? No problem! Whether you're a seasoned maker or a curious crafter, you'll enjoy this day of creativity filled with HUGE inspiration.
All materials are provided!
Come DOWNSIZE your stress and SUPERSIZE your joy as you connect with like-minded women, try something new, and make art that's BIG on heart and SMALL on pressure.
SMALL group size (8 spots available), this workshop promises BIG fun!
Tentative Schedule:
9:30--Coffee and Conversation
Come, settle in, meet the others, and relax into the day with a warm drink and pastry.
10:00--Large canvas art piece
11:30--Making mini books with tiny text
12:30--Lunch Break
We'll gather around a large round table and lunch will be provided.
1:30--Make an art journal out of a giant playing card
2:30--Inchies and Faux Postage Stamps
3:30 - 4:00--Finishing Touches and Closing
All supplies, refreshments, water, and lunch are included! Fun surprises along the way!
Space for 8. Must have 5 registered by May 26 in order to run the retreat. If not 5 at that time, you'll be informed of the cancelation and a full refund issued.
Kerry Molina
Yellow Brick Road Studio
Gainesville, VA
Voted "Best Arts & Crafts Venue 2024" in Gainesville/Haymarket Lifestyle Magazine
Questions? Email [email protected] with "Big & Bitty" in the subject line.
Journals & Java--10 AM - 12 PM
June 4, 2025
Come work on your art journal in our art studio!
Yellow Brick Road Studio
in Gainesville, VA
Voted "Best Arts & Crafts Venue 2024" in Gainesville/Haymarket Magazine
I'll be working on mine, too.
Bring your journal and your stash of supplies!
Hot coffee will always be a-brewin'.
8271 Shimmering Rock Road
May 23, 2025 at Vita Nova in Nokesville
6 - 7:30 PM
*Please register at this blue link!*
NOT where it says "Add to Cart." Thanks!
https://vitanovacreatives.com/event/collage-at-the-cafe
Sip, snip, and get creative! Join us for a relaxed and inspiring mixed media collage session at your favorite local café. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just curious to try something new, this class is all about playful creativity, good conversation, and delicious drinks. All materials are provided (and you also have the option to purchase collage elements right at our shop). Just bring yourself and a sense of fun!
Registration set to close on May 18th and class is subject to a 6 person minimum.
Abstract Guitar Painting, June 5, 2025
*Please register at this link below!*
NOT where it says "Add to Cart." Thanks!
https://www.crossroadsartsalliance.org/classes-and-events/abstract-guitar-painting
This is a fun, relaxing project for anyone. Your instructor, local artist Kerry Molina, will guide you through making the abstract background, the curvy shape of the guitar, and then the wonderful layers of mixed-media magic to embellish your guitar image. No previous art experience is necessary! Just come, bring a friend, and let your creativity out to play!
Non-member fee: $39
Member fee: $35.10
Journals & Java--10 AM - 12 PM
June 11, 2025
Come work on your art journal in our art studio!
Yellow Brick Road Studio
in Gainesville, VA
Voted "Best Arts & Crafts Venue 2024" in Gainesville/Haymarket Magazine
I'll be working on mine, too.
Bring your journal and your stash of supplies!
Hot coffee will always be a-brewin'.
8271 Shimmering Rock Road
Journals & Java--10 AM - 12 PM
July 16, 2025
Come work on your art journal in our art studio!
Yellow Brick Road Studio
in Gainesville, VA
Voted "Best Arts & Crafts Venue 2024" in Gainesville/Haymarket Magazine
I'll be working on mine, too.
Bring your journal and your stash of supplies!
Hot coffee will always be a-brewin'.
8271 Shimmering Rock Road
Journals & Java--10 AM - 12 PM
June 25, 2025
Come work on your art journal in our art studio!
Yellow Brick Road Studio
in Gainesville, VA
Voted "Best Arts & Crafts Venue 2024" in Gainesville/Haymarket Magazine
I'll be working on mine, too.
Bring your journal and your stash of supplies!
Hot coffee will always be a-brewin'.
8271 Shimmering Rock Road
Only a few left!
9th annual....
Joy of the Journey: Creativity Camp for Women!
Yellow Brick Road Studio
8271 Shimmering Rock Road
Gainesville, VA 20155
Instructor: Kerry Molina
The Yellow Brick Road Studio’s adult day camp “Joy of the Journey” is a one-of-a-kind, 5-day camp for women who are ready to dedicate some real time to relax, restore and renew. As women, we work and handle, juggle and manage…and we rock at it, don’t we? Now it is time to add in some true self-care.
At YBR, we believe that all of us have buried gifts inside. Like the characters in The Wizard of Oz, we often think we need outside sources to validate us. We tend to let this happen while we are busy taking care of everyone else. Let’s slow down enough to recognize inspiration, reconnect with our inner creative energy and enjoy the journey.
Each day's experience is expertly designed to touch on each purpose listed above, but in a variety of ways so that every day is unique. Expect fun surprises along the way too!
“Joy of the Journey” is the perfect opportunity for someone wanting to tap back into her creativity, awaken her dormant self, get messy and make connections. Give yourself the gift of time and space to connect with your inner visions and express them in a supportive small-group environment.
Last year's theme, "For the Love of Layers!" had us doing creative activities that included:
[Other past themes have included: Travel, Magic, Grow, Oz, and more. These are available as retreats I could teach anywhere in the world, if you are booking!]
THIS year's theme is "Joy in Full Color"
*Activities are still being planned but you can imagine all the amazing color-themed things we are going to make and do! Stay Tuned!
In the meantime, as always...
Only 8 spots. You are IN if you are paid!
Before your week, you will receive a personalized, handwritten, artful note from me!
Snail mail—woot!
(9:30 Arrivals & Mingling)
Camp starts promptly: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Detailed schedule to follow
Included:
Instruction
All supplies
Camp shirt
Daily gifts
Daily snacks, themed treats, and beverages
Door prizes
Supply List*
*Working on a detailed list! Stay tuned! But you don't need much, I promise. Mostly just bring YOURSELF and an open mind. And a sweater.
Many more details will be sent your way as plans get finalized!
Join us for an inspirational learning adventure that will feed your heart and soul!
Paper Personalities
June 13, 2025--6:00 - 8:00 PM
These paper dolls are uniquely creative. There will be plenty of papers and do-dads to use so the sky's the limit when it comes to what you add to these curious peeps. These funky collages will look great as embellishments in your journal, on greeting cards, or just as stand-alone artworks.
There are 8 spaces available. Need at least 4 to hold the class. If, by 6/11, the class is not full, you will receive notification and a full refund.
What is "Girls' Night Art!" ??
These classes are definitely NOT just for those who already call themselves artists. Everyone is welcome. These classes ARE for you if you want to get back in touch with your creativity. If you want to relax and enjoy some fun with art supplies. If you enjoy making and want to keep up with that practice. If you like to get out of the house, meet other fabulous gals and get together with like-minded women. Another option is to host one at your place!
Sorry, no-shows, we can't do refunds. If you can't make it, the spots are transferrable, so you could see if a friend wants your spot.
Location: Yellow Brick Road Studio, 8271 Shimmering Rock Road, Gainesville, VA 20155
Voted "Best Arts & Crafts Venue 2024" in Gainesville/Haymarket Lifestyle Magazine
Art Journal Class--July 11, 2025--6:00 - 8:00 PM
Art journaling takes plain long-handed diary-writing to a more playful level. Adding bits of art loosens up the feel of the journal and injects some color and fun. There are no rules, but I will be giving you lots of ideas and prompts along the way. Each class will be different. We will dive into memories of our past, current thoughts and feelings, and goals for the future. We will record ordinary experiences, momentous occasions and everything in between. All the while exploring design through paint, ink, collage and more. Bring your journal or just work on loose paper.
This is definitely NOT just for those who already call themselves artists. Anyone can enjoy this. Come find out about this relaxing way to get back in touch with your creative side.
Yellow Brick Road Studio
8271 Shimmering Rock Road, Gainesville, VA
Gelli Plate Printmaking
July 31, 2025
6:00 - 8:00 PM
A gelli plate allows you to create beautiful prints without a press, using materials anyone has in their studio or can gather. This monotype printing process employs a brayer and is something that is easy, fun and freeing. It creates papers perfect for journaling and collage. You never know what you’re going to get, and you'll love the myriad of textures and patterns! No experience needed.
All supplies included. (If you have things you want to bring to share--stencils or mark makers, for example--that is great.)
We'll make lots of papers and you'll also leave with at least one gorgeous greeting card.
Warning: Gel printing is addictive!
8271 Shimmering Rock Road, Gainesville
Kerry Molina
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