Guests of all ages can visit the studio and explore various art projects, such as acrylic painting, jewelry making, watercolors, textiles, and seasonal crafting. The creation possibilities are open and endless! Join us to relax, destress, and experiment at your own pace or participate in a guided art activity led by a Nemacolin art instructor.

Flex creative muscles you never knew existed during this 90-minute guided class. Includes all necessary materials and a glass of wine.

The Nemacolin Art Studio’s Candlemaking experience offers a distinctive and educational opportunity to craft a signature scent inspired by your time in the Laurel Highlands. Guided by our skilled studio instructors, guests will be led through each step in creating a custom candle. We suggest reserving 30 to 60 minutes for this activity. Please inform your instructor of any known allergies, as many of our scents include oils from natural ingredients.

Explore the painterly possibilities of wool in this elevated 90-minute needle felting workshop focused on crafting atmospheric landscapes. Guided by a skilled fiber instructor, you’ll learn how to blend color, build texture, and layer fine wool roving to create a richly detailed wool “painting” — all without a single stitch.

This workshop is designed for beginners and experienced makers who wish to explore needle felting as an expressive, meditative art form. Using a curated palette of dyed wools and professional-grade tools, you’ll translate natural scenery into tactile, one-of-a-kind compositions.

Let the marvels of the mountains become your inspiration. In this 90-minute oil painting experience, Nemacolin art instructor Samantha Nagy will guide you through creating your own Plein Air masterpiece. From beginners to professionals, artists of all ages are welcome to explore oil painting among the panoramic views of the Laurel Highlands. This is an outdoor class. Please be prepared to wear sun protection and comfortable walking shoes. In the event of inclement weather, the class will be moved to an indoor location with views of the landscape. Guests will be contacted before the class to discuss painting locations. Oil paints dry over a long period of time, and finished paintings will be mailed.

The abundance of beautiful landscape views becomes your inspiration in this 90-minute watercolor painting experience. A Nemacolin art instructor will guide you through creating your own wonderful Plein Air watercolor. This all-levels art class, for beginners to professionals, will explore the seasons of Nemacolin as you create your own landscape imagery. This is an outdoor class, so please be prepared to wear sun protection and comfortable walking shoes. In the event of inclement weather, the class will be moved to an indoor location with views of the landscape. Guests will be contacted before the class to discuss painting locations.

Get ready to stab some fluff (safely!) and have a blast bringing your imagination to life — one poke at a time. In this playful needle felting class, you’ll learn how to turn soft wool into 2D adorable creatures, quirky shapes, or anything your creative heart desires!

No experience? No problem! Our friendly instructor will guide you through all the basics — how to use felting needles, shape and blend wool, and add fun details to make your project pop. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind felted creation and the skills to keep the fun going at home.

Step into a wildly imaginative world where creativity knows no bounds — and silly, spooky, or sweet mini-monsters come to life one clay creature at a time! In this hands-on workshop inspired by contemporary storybook monsters, young artists will dive into the basics of sculpting with polymer clay, using safe, kid-friendly techniques to shape, texture, and build their very own fantastical figures.

From googly-eyed aliens and furry forest critters to toothy-grinned gremlins, each child will dream up a one-of-a-kind monster — complete with powers, personality, and a whimsical world to call home. In addition to sculpting, class participants will craft a custom habitat, designing the perfect setting for their creature’s story to unfold.

Finished creations will be baked and ready to take home for a proud display or to star in future storytelling adventures.

In this step-by-step class, young artists will learn fun techniques for creating their own watercolor landscapes!

This 90-minute introductory class invites guests to explore the foundational techniques of knitting, including casting on, binding off, and learning essential stitch patterns to create dimension and texture. With guidance on increasing and decreasing stitches, participants will gain the knowledge, skills, and terminology to continue crafting unique and beautiful knitting creations.

Step into a world of color and light with Sunlit Mosaics, where you get to create your own dazzling fused-glass suncatcher! In this one-hour, hands-on class, you’ll select from a vibrant palette of glass pieces to arrange them into a design that’s uniquely yours. Whether you’re new to glass fusing or a seasoned crafter, you’ll have fun experimenting, learning the basics of handling glass projects safely, and seeing your vision come to life. After class, your masterpiece will be kiln-fired overnight, transforming your mosaic into a shimmering, light-catching treasure to take home and display.

NOTE: Protective eyewear must be worn at all times for the duration of this class. All fused glass pieces created during the class will be fired overnight in the kiln to ensure proper finishing and durability, with pieces delivered directly to your guest room the following day for your convenience. If you prefer to have your pieces mailed to your home, optional shipping is available for an additional $20 fee.

Unleash your sparkle in this playful, hands-on class where creativity takes center stage, and you’re the designer. In just one delightful hour, you’ll prepare glass for fusing and dream up a jewelry set that’s every bit as original as you are. Begin by designing your own fused glass pendant and earrings, choosing from a kaleidoscope of colors, textures, and shapes. With a little guidance from an expert instructor, you’ll master the basics of glass fusing and set your creation on its way to the kiln. But the fun doesn’t stop there. While your glass works its magic in the fire, you’ll switch gears to craft a beaded necklace that perfectly complements your pendant. With trays of shimmering beads and accents at your fingertips, your personal style will shine.

NOTE: Protective eyewear must be worn at all times for the duration of this class. All fused glass pieces created during the class will be fired overnight in the kiln to ensure proper finishing and durability, with pieces delivered directly to your guest room the following day for your convenience. If you prefer to have your pieces mailed to your home, optional shipping is available for an additional $20 fee.

Step into a world of color, light, and imagination as you explore the magic of glass fusing. In this
lively, hands-on class, you’ll design and assemble your own fused glass creation inspired by nature’s ever-changing palette—perhaps a delicate spring bloom, a burst of summer sunshine, a glowing autumn pumpkin, or the sparkling charm of a winter snowflake. Whether it’s your first time working with glass or you’re already a seasoned crafter, this joyful one-hour workshop invites you to play with color, discover new techniques, and create something truly one-of-a-kind. Your finished piece will be fired overnight in our kiln, ensuring it’s beautifully polished and ready to shine. Explore working with glass, and let the seasons inspire your art!