McMurray Art League upcoming events

Laura Sippos, Watercolor Techniques: Trees (Tuesday, August 18, 2026)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

All skill levels.

The instructor will demonstrate and students will practice several techniques for creating loose and more realistic watercolor trees. Learn something new or brush up your skills.

All materials provided (you are welcome to bring your own brushes and paints if you prefer).

Minimum: 4
Maximum: 16

Laura Sippos, Watercolor Techniques: Trees (Tuesday, August 18, 2026)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

All skill levels.

The instructor will demonstrate and students will practice several techniques for creating loose and more realistic watercolor trees. Learn something new or brush up your skills.

All materials provided (you are welcome to bring your own brushes and paints if you prefer).

Minimum: 4
Maximum: 16

Laura Sippos, Introduction to Polymer Clay (Saturday, August 22, 2026)

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Perfect for the absolute beginner or someone who has dabbled in working with polymer clay. Techniques include working, cutting, rolling, folding, blending, and caning.

All skill levels are welcome including the absolute beginner.

Workshop fee includes all materials.

Minimum: 4
Maximum: 16

Laura Sippos, Drawing Fine Details from Nature (Tuesday, August 25, 2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Practice drawing larger than life to capture the unique aspects of items from nature.

Some drawing experience is helpful.

All materials provided.

Minimum: 4
Maximum: 16

Laura Sippos, Drawing Fine Details from Nature (Tuesday, August 25, 2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Practice drawing larger than life to capture the unique aspects of items from nature.

Some drawing experience is helpful.

All materials provided.

Minimum: 4
Maximum: 16

Laura Sippos, 8/28 Watercolor Birds Notecards Happy Hour (Friday, August 28, 2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Enjoy snacks and drinks while trying your hand at an art project.

All skill levels are welcome including the absolute beginner. Supplies and light snacks and refreshments are included with the workshop fee.

Of course, happy hour is best with friends, so bring one or two, or come and make a new one! A great date night, too!

Happy hours are the fourth Friday of most months.

June 26, 2026 6:30-8:30

July 24, 6:30-8:30

Aug. 28, 6:30-8:30

Minimum: 4
Maximum: 16

Laura Sippos, Mixed Media: Creating with Fiber and Beadwork (Saturday, November 21, 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The instructor will guide students to select from vintage and antique materials to create a unique ‘painting’ with paper. Then stitchery and beading techniques will be demonstrated and student will participate to take the art to the next level.

All skill levels are welcome including the absolute beginner. Fun with a friend, or great for date night!

Workshop fee includes all materials.

Minimum: 4
Maximum: 16

Liz Haywood-Sullivan Pastel (Friday, May 14, 2027)

Fri, 14 May 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Save the Date! Details coming!

Pittsburgh Pastel Artists League is hosting internationally known pastel artist and instructor, Liz Haywood-Sullivan for a three-day workshop. Two days in studio and one day plein air.

Minimum:
Maximum: 16

Liz Haywood-Sullivan Pastel (Saturday, May 15, 2027)

Sat, 15 May 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Save the Date! Details coming!

Pittsburgh Pastel Artists League is hosting internationally known pastel artist and instructor, Liz Haywood-Sullivan for a three-day workshop. Two days in studio and one day plein air.

Minimum:
Maximum: 16

Liz Haywood-Sullivan Pastel (Sunday, May 16, 2027)

Sun, 16 May 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Save the Date! Details coming!

Pittsburgh Pastel Artists League is hosting internationally known pastel artist and instructor, Liz Haywood-Sullivan for a three-day workshop. Two days in studio and one day plein air.

Minimum:
Maximum: 16