6/6/25 - 1 Day of Abstract Illusions: Texture, Shape & Design using Acrylic Paint with Jodi Ohl at ARTworks Vass
Join us at ARTworks Vass for an inspiring experience with Jodi Ohl, best-selling author and award-winning mixed media artist!
She’ll be teaching two incredible classes, plus hosting an additional open studio session. Details are as follows:
🎨 First, on Friday, June 6th, in "Abstract Illusions" you'll texture, shape & design using acrylic paint [If you'd like register for this class only, please register using this listing. If you'd like to register for this class along with Sticks and Stones, please keep reading.]
🖌 Then on Saturday and Sunday, June 6th and 7th, Jodi will lead you in her signature "Sticks & Stones: A Meditative Approach to Acrylic Painting" – [If you'd like to register for this class only, click here. If you'd like to register for this class along with "Abstract Illusions", please keep reading.]
🌟 Exclusive Offer:Sign up for both classes and enjoy a special discount! [Click the here to register for both and claim your discount.]
🌟 An optional Full or Half Day Guided Open Studio Session with Jodi on Monday, June 8th is also available. You'll be able to add it to your registration when you reserve your seat for any of these classes.
We expect these classes to sell out, so register now to save your seat and learn from a Master Artist, Jodi Ohl!
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Join Jodi Ohl on Friday, June 6th from 9:00 to 4:00 for a dynamic, one-day, hands-on workshop where you’ll dive deep into the art of creating bold, textural abstracts using simplified geometric shapes. You’ll learn how to use key design principles to build strong, eye-catching compositions while exploring various acrylic mediums, layering techniques, and mark-making tools.
Through guided demonstrations and plenty of studio time, Jodi will show you how to work intuitively while making deliberate design choices—so your paintings feel both organic and intentional.
Whether you're new to abstract painting or eager to push your creative boundaries, this workshop will equip you with the skills and confidence to develop a style that’s uniquely yours.
Loosen up, embrace the process, and bring your vision to life one bold mark at a time!
Surfaces and Shared Use of Supplies include the following:
- Painting Surface
- Watercolor Paper
- Mediums
- Shared Paints
- Mark Making Supplies
- Paper Palette
- Catalyst Wedge
- Student Grade Paint Brushes.
- All of this is included in your Shared Supply Cost of $67, and this amount will be added to your total during registration.
You're invited to bring the following:
- Your Favorite Brushes.
- Your Favorite Paint colors you simply can't live without!
- Apron and gloves
You may also continue creating with Jodi for a full day or a half day in a Guided Open Studio Session on Monday, June 9th. This option will be available as an add-on when you register here.
You may elect to order additional surfaces to be used during Open Studio when you register for this class, and the price of these substrates will include the use of Jodi’s paint supplies for you to continue refining your techniques. Purchase of extra substrates is not required, and you may also opt to finish the pieces that you begin in class, art journal, or create in just about any other way that you can imagine. However you decide to spend your time in Open Studio, Jodi will be on hand to offer guidance, advice, and to answer any questions that you have during your time together.
For those traveling to attend:
If Being close to our classroom and the Town of Vass, in a wooded location that feels like it's a million miles away is your speed, then Glamping in one of two new waterside wooded retro-inspired new campers on a Private Farm may be for you! This lodging option is available only to guests of ARTworks Vass, and the property is privately owned and managed by a trusted member of our community. For more details and photos, please text Gallery Owner, Jean Skipper, at 910-528-1109.
There are a variety of lodging options locally, and AirBnB is one of our favorites! ARTworks Vass is located directly in the center of Vass. Any listings showing “Vass, NC" or “Horse Country” are generally within ten minutes of the gallery. Locations in Carthage, Southern Pines or Pinehurst are generally within 20 minutes. (We're unable to include a direct link to this search, so create your own search using the destination of "Vass, NC". If you have any questions about the results, contact us anytime.)
We’ve also heard positive things about the hotels that follow:
- Hilton Garden Inn Southern Pines Pinehurst
- Hampton Inn and Suites Southern Pines
- TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Southern Pines Aberdeen
- Holiday Inn Express and Suites – Southern Pines & Pinehurst Areas
- Homewood Suites by Hilton – Olmsted Village Near Pinehurst
And finally, for those who will be traveling by RV, a few parks that we know in the area follow:
- Farm Pond Campground - Carthage, NC - 910-947-5593
- The Heritage Camping and Recreation - Carthage, NC
- Airport RV Park, Carthage, NC
- Antique Town Campground - Cameron, NC 910-690-7972
Important Information:
- Beginners are welcome.
- Registration allows for one Guest per class project.
- Only Registered Guests may attend class.
- Registrations are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled.
- Class starts promptly as scheduled.
- Dress to mess or bring an apron.
- At ARTworks Vass, you're always welcome to bring your own Nibbles and Sips to class.
- Click here to read the ARTworks Vass Disclosure and Liability Waiver for All Classes and Events.
Register online here or call us at 910-245-4129 to save your space in class.