Free Art Classes
Clever Cucumber teaches free art classes and art workshops in Salt Lake City every month. We are dedicated to making art accessible to our neighbors on the west side, so everything we do is free! Check this page or our calendar often to see what art classes we've got planned next.
October Art Classes
Open Studio (Maker space)
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays
Various times
Clever Cucumber Studio
Creators of all ages and kinds are welcome (children under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible teen or adult). Bring your own project from home or start something new in our maker space. There will be art supplies, snacks, a professional artist on hand to help, and lots of other creators to socialize with. Bring yourself and a creative attitude to make some art!
Drop-ins are okay, though advanced registration is preferred.
Free childcare and transportation is available upon request.
Art Party in the Park
Wednesday, October 2
4-8 pm
Riverside Park Lions Pavilion
Salt Lake City
Help us fix the Rose Park community bulletin board and paint a beautiful mural on it! Other art activities will also be available for all ages to enjoy. Refreshments will be served.
Want to submit a design for the mural contest? Click the button above for more information and to enter!
Free childcare and transportation is available upon request.
"The Artist's Way" Book Club
Every third Tuesday of the Month
6-8 pm
Clever Cucumber Studio
Come together with other artists to explore creative methods for artistic healing in this book club. Featuring "The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity" by Julia Cameron, this club will be a place to share ideas, personal progress, and get encouragement from other creators. There will also be plenty of opportunities to work on your craft and enjoy snacks while we discuss the book.
Though the book features weekly and daily exercises, we encourage each other to take it at our own sustainable pace. The book club meets formally once a month on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. In between club meetings, you can come to any Open Studio to chat about your journey and create art together.
Free childcare and transportation is available upon request.
Free Mosaic Jack-O-Lanterns Workshop
October 26
3-6 pm
8 Seats
Clever Cucumber Studio
All ages and skills are invited to come learn the basics of glass-on-glass mosaics in this free, 3-hour class. You will create a stained glass mosaic pumpkin or jack-o-lantern that glows with candle light. All materials and equipment are included, and healthy food will be served.
Ages 12 and under must be accompanied by a helpful adult or teenager.
This class is valued at $80 per person. Please pay what you can afford to attend. A free option is always available. Advanced registration is required.
Transportation and childcare grants are also available to those in need. Please request them when registering, or email us in advance at clevercucumbercreative@gmail.com
November Art Classes
Free Collage Exploration Class
Saturdays
November 1-16
4-6 pm
8 Seats
Clever Cucumber Studio
Don't enjoy drawing, but still want to make beautiful art? Give paper collage a try! Using inexpensive materials and your creativity, you can create beautiful illustrations, imaginary worlds, portraits, and abstract images with collage.
Our talented collage artists Bluejay Rhoades and Alyss Smith will teach you some easy, fun collage techniques to explore in this free community art class. Over 3 sessions you'll explore collage materials, tools, principles of composition, and other fun collage strategies to bring your wildest ideas to life. Healthy food and drinks will be provided.
Registration is required. A $50 donation is recommended but not required. Please pay what you can afford to attend. A free option is always available.
All ages are welcome. Ages 12 and under need to be accompanied by a helpful adult or teenager.
We work hard to make our studio fun, safe, and accessible for all people. If you need a childcare or transportation grant, or a language interpreter, please let us know during registration or email us in advance at clevercucumbercreative@gmail.com.
Open Studio (Maker space)
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays
Various times
Clever Cucumber Studio
Creators of all ages and kinds are welcome (children under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible teen or adult). Bring your own project from home or start something new in our maker space. There will be art supplies, snacks, a professional artist on hand to help, and lots of other creators to socialize with. Bring yourself and a creative attitude to make some art!
Drop-ins are okay, though advanced registration is preferred.
Free childcare and transportation is available upon request.
"The Artist's Way" Book Club
Every third Tuesday of the Month
6-8 pm
Clever Cucumber Studio
Come together with other artists to explore creative methods for artistic healing in this book club. Reading "The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity" by Julia Cameron, this club is a place to share ideas, personal progress, and get encouragement from other creators. There will also be plenty of opportunities to work on your craft and enjoy snacks while we discuss the book.
Though the book features weekly and daily exercises, we encourage each other to take it at our own sustainable pace. The book club meets formally once a month on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. In between club meetings, you can come to any Open Studio to chat about your journey and create art together.
Free childcare and transportation is available upon request.