FREE Veterans & Spouses Colored Pencil Series

FREE Veterans & Spouses Colored Pencil Series

Join Maryland artist and teaching artist Alison Gayne (ARTAGAYNE) for a FREE five-week colored pencil series designed specifically for veterans and their spouses.

Whether you're completely new to colored pencil or already enjoy creating art, this series offers a welcoming and supportive space to learn, experiment, develop creative confidence, and connect with others through art.

Set in the unique atmosphere of Cult Classic Brewing on Kent Island, participants will enjoy guided instruction, creative exploration, and a relaxed community environment.

Series Dates

Mondays | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• October 19, 2026
• October 26, 2026
• November 2, 2026
• November 9, 2026
• November 16, 2026

Location

Cult Classic Brewing
1169 Shopping Center Road
Stevensville, MD 21666

What's Included

• All colored pencil supplies and materials
• Professional instruction
• Five weeks of guided colored pencil projects
• Techniques for blending, shading, layering, texture, and detail
• Creative community and connection
• A relaxed, beginner-friendly environment

No experience or art supplies are necessary—everything you need is provided FREE of charge.

Who Can Attend?

This program is open to:

• Veterans
• Spouses of veterans

No military verification is required.

What You'll Learn

Throughout the five-week series, Alison will guide participants through the fundamentals and creative possibilities of colored pencil, including:

• Color selection and mixing
• Layering and blending
• Light and shadow
• Creating texture and dimension
• Drawing and composition
• Developing detail and realism
• Expressive and creative approaches to colored pencil

Each week builds on the previous lessons while giving participants plenty of time to practice and create.

Important Registration Information

Space is limited, so register today!

Participants are encouraged to attend the full five-week series to get the most from the program and experience the progression of techniques and projects.

If you register and your plans change, please cancel your registration so another veteran or spouse has the opportunity to participate.

About the Instructor

Alison Gayne (ARTAGAYNE) is a Maryland mixed-media artist, educator, and community arts advocate based in Annapolis. Her work draws inspiration from memory, place, storytelling, and the Chesapeake Bay region.

Alison has taught art to children, adults, and community groups and is passionate about making creativity accessible, welcoming, and meaningful for everyone.

Presented By

Kent Island Creators Klub (KICK) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creative arts organization dedicated to connecting people through art, education, and community programming.

Hosted by Cult Classic Brewing in Stevensville, Maryland.

Registration is FREE. All supplies are included. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!