Whimsical Wednesdays: A Regency Summer at ArtPlay
Step into a season of creativity, charm, and Regency-inspired elegance. Each Wednesday, ArtPlay invites you to explore a new hands-on workshop—from collage and calligraphy to needlepoint, watercolor, and royal icing. Guided by expert instructors, you’ll enjoy a welcoming mid-week escape filled with artistry, imagination, and delightful details worthy of the social season.
Reserve your seat, dear reader—summer’s most enchanting creative series awaits.
An Enchanting Creative Series for the Modern Maker
Dearest gentle reader, the season’s most charming creative engagement has arrived. Whimsical Wednesdays: A Regency Summer at ArtPlay invites you to indulge in an elegant world of artistry, imagination, and Regency-inspired delight. Each week, our studios transform into a haven of creativity where the romance and refinement of the “Bridgerton” era meet the joy of hands-on making.
Designed for both devoted creatives and curious newcomers, this limited workshop series celebrates beloved pastimes reimagined for today’s artist. Craft bespoke stationery in The Art of Correspondence, discover the timeless grace of needlepoint in Stitches of the Season, paint dreamy 19th-century landscapes in A Summer Promenade in Watercolor, adorn confections worthy of high society in A Royal Affair, and learn the poetic rhythm of calligraphy in The Elegant Hand.
With expert instructors, thoughtfully curated materials, and a welcoming space for exploration, each session promises not only a delightful midweek escape but the chance to build skills that linger long after summer’s end.
The ton is already buzzing, dear reader—secure your place in this most enchanting of series before the seats are spoken for.
Join us for a summer of whimsy, elegance, and unforgettable creativity at ArtPlay.
If you have any questions regarding ArtPlay classes, you may call ArtPlay at 205-975-4769 or email ArtPlayK12@uab.edu for assistance.
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The Elegant Hand: An Introduction to Calligraphy - SOLD OUT
Wednesday | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Update: This workshop has sold out! Check out the additional adult summer workshops available: ADDITIONAL WHIMSICAL WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS Dearest gentle reader, should you wish to elevate your correspondence...
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Stitches of the Season: Needlework for the Modern Aristocrat
Wednesday | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Whether destined for a drawing room cushion or a treasured keepsake, needlepoint has long been celebrated as a pastime of refinement and calm. In this introductory workshop, you...
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A Summer Promenade in Watercolor: Postcards of the Countryside - SOLD OUT
Wednesday | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Update: This workshop has sold out! Check out the additional adult summer workshops available: Additional Whimsical Wednesday Workshops Step into the soft romance of a languid afternoon, where...

The Elegant Hand: An Introduction to Calligraphy - SOLD OUT
Wednesday | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Update: This workshop has sold out! Check out the additional adult summer workshops available: ADDITIONAL WHIMSICAL WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS Dearest gentle reader, should you wish to elevate your correspondence...

Stitches of the Season: Needlework for the Modern Aristocrat
Wednesday | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Whether destined for a drawing room cushion or a treasured keepsake, needlepoint has long been celebrated as a pastime of refinement and calm. In this introductory workshop, you...

A Summer Promenade in Watercolor: Postcards of the Countryside - SOLD OUT
Wednesday | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Update: This workshop has sold out! Check out the additional adult summer workshops available: Additional Whimsical Wednesday Workshops Step into the soft romance of a languid afternoon, where...
