DRINK AND DRAW 2024
Wednesdays | June 19-August 14 | 6-8PM | Dumbo Archway
presented by the Dumbo Improvement District, powered by Creatively Wild Art Studio
Enjoy summer evenings connecting with your inner creative voice in the belly of the iconic Dumbo Archway at DUMBO DRINK AND DRAW, presented by the Dumbo Improvement District and powered by Creatively Wild Art Studio! Join us on Wednesday nights (!!! a change from last year !!!) from 6-8pm from June 19 all of the way through August 14.
Work with some of Dumbo's best artists in workshops specially designed for adults at any artistic level: we'll be painting, we'll be drawing, we'll be collaging, we'll be experimenting, we'll be relaxing! Bring yourself, bring a spouse, bring a friend, bring 3 friends!
DUMBO DRINK AND DRAW SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE (descriptions below)
June 19: Craig Anthony Miller: “Elephants Amongst Bridges: A Juneteenth Painting Celebration”
June 26: Cara Lee Sparry: “Inspired by Paintchips: Poetry, Collage, and Mixed Media”
July 3: Noah Lyon: “Multiple Maniacs: Painting and Drawing Characters”
July 10: Fidelis Ayuwa Izekor: Billie Elise presents "Rhythm"
July 17: Melanie Hope Greenberg: “Words and Pictures: Create Your Own Picture Book”
July 24: April Hannah: “Exploring Abstraction”
July 31: Christian "Kiffy" Williams: Billie Elise presents "The Kiffy Factory"
August 7: Ty Peterson: Figure Drawing with (Clothed) Model, led by a Creatively Wild Teaching Artist
August 14: Nailah "Billie" Fuller: Billie Elise presents “Sculpt & Sprout: Creating Functional Art with Germination Stations”
TICKETS:
Prior registration is required
STANDARD TICKET: buy online for $20; includes all art supplies
“BRINGMATERIALS” TICKET: reserve a FREE ticket online if you bring your own materials (purchasers must reserve a spot by “purchasing” a ticket); use code BRINGMATERIALS at checkout. Easels or tables supplied.
EXTRA INFO:
Adults ONLY
All levels are welcome, including absolute beginners!
Drinks will be available for purchase under the Archway
No exchanges, refunds, or rescheduling
Presented by DUMBO IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | Powered by CREATIVELY WILD ART STUDIO
DUMBO DRINK AND DRAW LINE-UP
June 19 - Craig Anthony Miller (CAM): Elephants Amongst Bridges: A Juneteenth Painting Celebration
Join us on Juneteenth for an unforgettable evening of art, culture, and celebration as we kick off the season of Drink and Draw. Next to the two iconic bridges, Manhattan and Brooklyn, immerse yourself in creativity.
As we come together to celebrate Juneteenth and the start of a new season, we invite you to be part of this inspiring artistic experience. DJ Zemotion will be once again providing an amazing soundtrack for the night, setting the perfect vibe for your creative journey: get ready to groove to the beats as you unleash your inner artist.
In addition to the art, we'll have raffles, giveaways, and a special giveaway for one lucky participant. Inspired by the spirit of Juneteenth and the resilience of our community, join us in painting your vision of strength, unity, and progress. Incorporating the symbolism of the elephant—a representation of strength, wisdom, and overcoming obstacles—into your artwork, capture the essence of Brooklyn's rich history and the bridges that connect us all.
June 26 - Cara Lee Sparry: Inspired by Paintchips: Poetry, Collage, and Mixed Media
Dive into a world of creativity where "Midnight Sky" meets "Sunrise Serenade"! Join our mixed media and collage workshop, where we'll draw inspiration from the vibrant world of paint swatch names. From "Golden Glow" to "Ocean Breeze," explore a spectrum of colors, textures, and feelings to create stunning collages with the paint color names as inspiration (or drawings? or poetry?!). This workshop is your canvas to experiment, play, and create something truly unique: remember, there are no mistakes in art! Don't miss this colorful journey of self-expression and creativity with local Dumbo legend Cara Lee Sparry (one of the owners of everyone’s favorite restaurant, Superfine).
July 3 - Noah Lyon: Multiple Maniacs: Painting and Drawing Characters
Choose a character, any character! Dive into Noah Lyon’s world where art mirrors reality and rhythm comes alive through repetition. Start with a single circle, then add more, and watch your masterpiece unfold. Under Noah's expert guidance, aspiring artists will learn to bring his beloved characters and beings to life, creating their own rhythmic masterpieces along the way.
Using acrylic paint and paint markers, each artist will create their own colorful perception of reality.
July 10 - Billie Elise presents "Rhythm" w/ resident artist Fidelis Ayuwa Izekor
This workshop, hosted by resident artist Fidelis Ayuwa Izekor with assistance from the Billie Elise Team, offers a unique opportunity for participants to explore the concept of rhythm in art. During the workshop, students will use African textiles, including fabric swatches and fabric, as inspiration for creating painted patterns on canvas. Fidelis will delve into the concept of "rhythm," which involves the visual or auditory patterns created by repeated shapes, elements, colors, sounds, and movements. Participants will learn to establish a sense of flow and connection and emphasize areas of the composition. This project is very much feelings-based, as this is how Fidelis creates: we will spend time identifying and understanding the feelings that arise from the fabric swatches.
July 17 - Words and Pictures: Create Your Own Picture Book with author and illustrator Melanie Hope Greenberg
Join author-illustrator Melanie Hope Greenberg (Mermaids on Parade) and discover simple creative formulas for writing and illustrating picture books. Participants will create simple prototype books using prompt words, storyboards, art to match the text, and pacing to create first drafts.
July 24 - April Hannah: Exploring Abstraction with Abstract Artist April Hannah
Join abstract artist April Hannah as we demystify abstraction through creative exploration. Experience the freedom and flow of getting lost in the joy of creation as you engage in a simple artistic process of tracing, coloring, and painting. Using provided templates, drawing materials, paint, and canvas you will create your own abstraction through hands-on experimental play.
July 31 - Billie Elise presents "The Kiffy Factory" w/ resident artist Christian "Kiffy" Williams
This workshop, led by artist "Kiffy" with assistance from the Billie Elise team, offers a unique opportunity to explore creativity. During the workshop, you’ll engage in a hands-on activity creating blob shapes, which will then be placed in a communal box. From this box, you’ll randomly select three. Using your imagination and creativity, you’ll find and then creatures within these shapes. The blob creatures will be transfered onto canvas for painting and you’ll bring them to life.
August 7 - Figure Drawing with Creatively Wild Teaching Artist Ty Peterson
This relaxing figure-drawing workshop gives artists the perfect opportunity to put into practice the essential elements of drawing anatomy. The art of sketching the human figure enables us to gather the tools for capturing the essence of the human body's musculature, texture, and posture while honing observational skills. Hone your life drawing skills with the instruction of a Creatively Wild teaching artist! Charcoal, alcohol markers, oil pastels, chalk pastels, colored pens and pencils, and more will be available for use!
August 14 - Billie Elise presents founding artist Nailah "Billie" Fuller with Sculpt & Sprout: Creating Functional Art with Germination Stations
The workshop, led by Billie Elise's founding artist Nailah "Billie" Fuller, offers a comprehensive introduction to sculpture. With a focus on the essential principles of structural integrity and aesthetic appeal, participants will learn to craft a plant germination station under Billie's expert guidance. Using wood pieces with pre-drilled holes for test tubes, students will select various pieces of wood most relevant to their design. Through hands-on instruction, attendees will choose, sand, and assemble the wood pieces, ensuring proper alignment of the pre-drilled holes for the test tubes.