The Woodlands Art League upcoming events

Painting and Drawing for Adults and Older Teens with Tom LaRock (10:00 am) (Tue, May 19, 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Overview:

This class is intended for beginning, intermediate and advanced adults and older teens.

Beginning students will start with a series of drawing exercises from the Charles Bargue Drawing Course to develop a foundation of drawing techniques and terminology. Once the basic drawing exercises are completed students will then be encouraged to complete more advanced drawing and painting projects of their favorite subjects.

Intermediate and advanced students will work on more challenging drawing and painting projects that may include drawing from reference photos and still life.

Materials for this class are not provided (see materials list below).

Class Fees are paid monthly in advance:

$25/hour (members)

$30/hour (non-members)

[NOTE: number of classes vary from month to month ]

Materials List:

Drawing:

For home use :

- Portable easel or table easel

For Class:

- Drawing pencils of various hardness (4H, 2H, H, HB, 2B and 4B)

- Pencil Sharpener or Xacto knife

- Sandpaper board or individual sheets of Sandpaper

- Pencil style erasers (1 thin and 1 thicker)

- Kneaded Eraser

- Strathmore 400 drawing paper pad (I prefer 18 x 24)

- Drawing or sketch board with clips or clamps (19.5 x 25.5 is best)

- Artist tape (blue or white)

- Handheld mirror

- Ruler (6 inch, clear with grid lines)

Painting:

For home use :

Portable easel or table easel

For Class:

Paint pallet
Paints Medium of choice (oils, water colors, acrylics or pastels)
Winsor and Newton Artists oil paints are what I recommend.
Titanium White
Cadmium Yellow Light
Yellow Ocher
Transparent Yellow Oxide
Raw Umber
Cadmium Orange
Cadmium Red
Magenta (Optional)
Alizarin
Transparent Red Oxide (PR 101) - Windsor and Newton (Burnt Sienna)
Burnt Umber
Viridian
Cerulean Blue
Cobalt Blue (Optional)
Ultramarine Blue
Van Dyke Brown
Ivory Black
Gray (Value 5)
Canvas, Paper, Prepared boards or panels ( any size 8 x10 or larger )
Brushes (variety of sizes and styles for medium of choice: oil, acrylic or oil)
Rounds
Flats
Filbert (optional)
Pallet knife(s) 2 Small, 1 Medium
Container(s) for cleaning brushes and thinning paint
Gamsol odorless paint thinner for brush cleaning and thinning if painting in oil
Paper Towels

Questions (?) Please call Tom at (281)292-4811 or email: Tom@tomlarockart.com

TWAL Class Changes, Cancellations & Refunds Policy

Effective August 1, 2025

Individual instructors may have make-up policies for missed classes. Please check with your instructor.
If you must cancel your registration for a class, refund requests must be made via email to the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org 3 days before the first class starts.
Refund requests received less than 3 days before the first class are non-refundable.
No refunds are issued for “no shows” for classes.
A $10 processing fee will be deducted for a refund on any class fee.
Refund checks are mailed approximately 10-14 days after the class refund request is received by the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org
Refunds will only be issued by checks.

Watercolor for Adults and Older Teens with Muhammad Nasir (Thu, May 21, 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Class Description:

This class is great for beginner and intermediate level artists.

Class runs 10:00am to 12:00 Saturday mornings

Monthly - (3) 2 hour classes (Members) $142.50

Monthly - (3) 2 hour classes (Non-Members) $157.50

During the first session, Nasir will go over the material needed for this course. He will explain why the specific types of paper, paint, brushes, and other accessories are important for this medium.

Class Overview:

During the first few classes, students will learn the fundamentals of watercolor as a medium. This is mainly because watercolor is not like other mediums. For example, it does not have white paint, which in most mediums is used to create lighter tones. Nassir will teach students about things like paint consistency and wetness of paper and how they can impact the quality of the artwork. Nassir’s goal is to simplify these concepts through well designed exercises so that students will be able to get plenty of practice and eventually be able to produce beautiful and expressive paintings in watercolor.

What you will gain from this course:

Students will learn the basics of painting and drawing for a variety of subjects that fall under the watercolor umbrella. Students will also be trained on how to think like an artist and will develop an eye for composition, color mixing, and judging value ranges. After establishing a sound understanding about the watercolor medium and art fundamentals, students will be able to paint any desired subject, including floral, still life, portraits, landscapes, and cityscapes in watercolor.

Necessary Supplies for the Course (not provided by instructor):

● Rough Professional Grade Cold Pressed Paper ○ 100% cotton

○ 140lb, 300gms

○ Block or pad size 9 x 12 (large sheets that can be cut down to desired size are also acceptable)

○ Good brands include Arches, Baohong, Saunders Waterford, etc.

● Professional Grade Paints ○ Yellow Ochre

○ Cadmium yellow

○ Alizarin Crimson

○ Ultramarine Blue

○ Burnt Sienna

○ Neutral Tint

○ White Gouache (Winsor & Newton)

○ Good brands include Daniel Smith, Windsor & Newton, Holbein, etc. ■ I tend to use Daniel Smith most of the time

● Brushes (Professional synthetics and hybrids) ○ No. 6, 8, and 12 Round watercolor brushes

○ No 3. Rigger Brush

○ 1 Inch Flat Brush

○ Good brands include Princeton and Winsor & Newton

● Palette ○ Watercolor palette of your choice

○ Both large flat mixing surfaces and separated wells recommended

● HB or 2B graphite pencil

● Eraser (kneaded recommended)

● Masking Fluid (Pebeo Drawing Gum)

● Tracing paper

● Carbon Transfer Paper

● Painters tape

● Board (to stretch if not working from a block)

● Plenty of paper towels

● Water bowl

● Kitchen Foam

Important:

If you ask me what the most important item from the material list is, my answer will always be 100% cotton at least 140 lb, 300 gms professional grade cold pressed paper made by a credible brand. Investing in quality paper will save you a lot of time and money in the long run. Good quality paper is a must for the best experience above all else.

TWAL Class Changes, Cancellations & Refunds Policy

Effective August 1, 2025

Individual instructors may have make-up policies for missed classes. Please check with your instructor.
If you must cancel your registration for a class, refund requests must be made via email to the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org 3 days before the first class starts.
Refund requests received less than 3 days before the first class are non-refundable.
No refunds are issued for “no shows” for classes.
A $10 processing fee will be deducted for a refund on any class fee.
Refund checks are mailed approximately 10-14 days after the class refund request is received by the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org
Refunds will only be issued by checks.

Painting and Drawing for Adults and Older Teens with Tom LaRock (10:00 am) (Tue, May 26, 2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Overview:

This class is intended for beginning, intermediate and advanced adults and older teens.

Intermediate and advanced students will work on more challenging drawing and painting projects that may include drawing from reference photos and still life.

Materials for this class are not provided (see materials list below).

Class Fees are paid monthly in advance:

$25/hour (members)

$30/hour (non-members)

[NOTE: number of classes vary from month to month ]

Materials List:

Drawing:

For home use :

- Portable easel or table easel

For Class:

- Drawing pencils of various hardness (4H, 2H, H, HB, 2B and 4B)

- Pencil Sharpener or Xacto knife

- Sandpaper board or individual sheets of Sandpaper

- Pencil style erasers (1 thin and 1 thicker)

- Kneaded Eraser

- Strathmore 400 drawing paper pad (I prefer 18 x 24)

- Drawing or sketch board with clips or clamps (19.5 x 25.5 is best)

- Artist tape (blue or white)

- Handheld mirror

- Ruler (6 inch, clear with grid lines)

Painting:

For home use :

Portable easel or table easel

For Class:

Paint pallet
Paints Medium of choice (oils, water colors, acrylics or pastels)
Winsor and Newton Artists oil paints are what I recommend.
Titanium White
Cadmium Yellow Light
Yellow Ocher
Transparent Yellow Oxide
Raw Umber
Cadmium Orange
Cadmium Red
Magenta (Optional)
Alizarin
Transparent Red Oxide (PR 101) - Windsor and Newton (Burnt Sienna)
Burnt Umber
Viridian
Cerulean Blue
Cobalt Blue (Optional)
Ultramarine Blue
Van Dyke Brown
Ivory Black
Gray (Value 5)
Canvas, Paper, Prepared boards or panels ( any size 8 x10 or larger )
Brushes (variety of sizes and styles for medium of choice: oil, acrylic or oil)
Rounds
Flats
Filbert (optional)
Pallet knife(s) 2 Small, 1 Medium
Container(s) for cleaning brushes and thinning paint
Gamsol odorless paint thinner for brush cleaning and thinning if painting in oil
Paper Towels

Questions (?) Please call Tom at (281)292-4811 or email: Tom@tomlarockart.com

TWAL Class Changes, Cancellations & Refunds Policy

Effective August 1, 2025

Individual instructors may have make-up policies for missed classes. Please check with your instructor.
If you must cancel your registration for a class, refund requests must be made via email to the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org 3 days before the first class starts.
Refund requests received less than 3 days before the first class are non-refundable.
No refunds are issued for “no shows” for classes.
A $10 processing fee will be deducted for a refund on any class fee.
Refund checks are mailed approximately 10-14 days after the class refund request is received by the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org
Refunds will only be issued by checks.

Watercolor for Adults and Older Teens with Muhammad Nasir (Thu, May 28, 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Class Description:

This class is great for beginner and intermediate level artists.

Class runs 10:00am to 12:00 Saturday mornings

Monthly - (3) 2 hour classes (Members) $142.50

Monthly - (3) 2 hour classes (Non-Members) $157.50

During the first session, Nasir will go over the material needed for this course. He will explain why the specific types of paper, paint, brushes, and other accessories are important for this medium.

Class Overview:

What you will gain from this course:

Necessary Supplies for the Course (not provided by instructor):

● Rough Professional Grade Cold Pressed Paper ○ 100% cotton

○ 140lb, 300gms

○ Block or pad size 9 x 12 (large sheets that can be cut down to desired size are also acceptable)

○ Good brands include Arches, Baohong, Saunders Waterford, etc.

● Professional Grade Paints ○ Yellow Ochre

○ Cadmium yellow

○ Alizarin Crimson

○ Ultramarine Blue

○ Burnt Sienna

○ Neutral Tint

○ White Gouache (Winsor & Newton)

○ Good brands include Daniel Smith, Windsor & Newton, Holbein, etc. ■ I tend to use Daniel Smith most of the time

● Brushes (Professional synthetics and hybrids) ○ No. 6, 8, and 12 Round watercolor brushes

○ No 3. Rigger Brush

○ 1 Inch Flat Brush

○ Good brands include Princeton and Winsor & Newton

● Palette ○ Watercolor palette of your choice

○ Both large flat mixing surfaces and separated wells recommended

● HB or 2B graphite pencil

● Eraser (kneaded recommended)

● Masking Fluid (Pebeo Drawing Gum)

● Tracing paper

● Carbon Transfer Paper

● Painters tape

● Board (to stretch if not working from a block)

● Plenty of paper towels

● Water bowl

● Kitchen Foam

Important:

TWAL Class Changes, Cancellations & Refunds Policy

Effective August 1, 2025

Individual instructors may have make-up policies for missed classes. Please check with your instructor.
If you must cancel your registration for a class, refund requests must be made via email to the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org 3 days before the first class starts.
Refund requests received less than 3 days before the first class are non-refundable.
No refunds are issued for “no shows” for classes.
A $10 processing fee will be deducted for a refund on any class fee.
Refund checks are mailed approximately 10-14 days after the class refund request is received by the Treasurer at twaltreas@thewoodlandsartleague.org
Refunds will only be issued by checks.

SUMMER SAMPLER I JUNE 8TH-12TH (9am-Noon) (Mon, June 08, 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

SUMMER SAMPLER

Try something new as we explore different media and subject matter while emphasizing creativity and experimentation. Experience drawing, painting, collage, printmaking and sculpture in a one week Art course. Appropriate for ages 7-14. Adjustments will be made for different age groups.

Ages: 7-14

Instructor: Karen Stork

Retired Public & Private School Art Teacher of 30 years.

Small classes: Individual projects with all materials provided

Date: June 8th-12th, 2026 (Monday - Friday)

Fee per student: $200 for TWAL Members and non-members

Location: TWAL Studio 701 Sawdust Rd Spring, TX 77380

For any additional information, please contact Susan Manbeian at susanpmanbeian@gmail.com

LSAG 2026 Show (Information Only) (Fri, June 12, 2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

2026 ANNUAL LSAG ART SHOW

LOCATION: LONE STAR COLLEGE - TOMBALL CAMPUS

LONE STAR BECKENDORF CONFERENCE CENTER

30555 TOMBALL PKWY

TOMBALL, TX 77375

FRIDAY, June 12: Show open to the public 12:00PM to 6PM
Presentations and critiques of first place winners, Friday 12PM - 1:30 PM
SATURDAY, June 13, show open to the public 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

For more information, please visit the LSAG webpage here.

Art Adventure Lab I June 15-19 (9am-12 noon) (Mon, June 15, 2026)

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

June 15-19 Mornings

Collage by Andrea d’Agueno

Art Adventure Lab is a hands-on creative camp designed for young artists in 2nd–4th grade to build confidence while learning foundational art skills. Throughout the week, students explore line, pattern, stenciling, collage, texture, and painting through guided discussions and engaging projects.

Each day introduces a new artistic concept and allows students to
experiment with materials while developing technique and creative
independence. Highlights include a stencil self-portrait where
students design and “dress” a paper doll version of themselves, and a
textured bird painting that teaches brushwork and layering.

By the end of the week, campers combine all learned skills into a
final mixed-media masterpiece. Students leave not only with finished
artwork, but with stronger artistic confidence and a deeper
understanding of how art is built from simple elements.

Ages: 7-11

Instructor: Malu Garza

Small classes/ individual projects

Date: June 15-19 (5 days)

Time: 9am -12 pm

Fee: $200. Includes all supplies

Location: TWAL Studio

Art Adventure Lab II/ June 15-19 (1-4pm) (Mon, June 15, 2026)

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Collage by Andrea d’Agueno

Ages: 7-11

Instructor: Malu Garza

Small classes/ individual projects

Date: June 15-19 (5 days)

Time: 1 pm - 4 pm

Fee: $200. Includes all supplies

Location: TWAL Studio

SUMMER SAMPLER II JUNE 22nd-26th (9am-Noon) (Mon, June 22, 2026)

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

SUMMER SAMPLER II

Ages: 7-14

Instructor: Karen Stork

Retired Public & Private School Art Teacher of 30 years.

Small classes: Individual projects with all materials provided

Date: June 22nd-26th, 2026 (Monday - Friday)

Fee per student: $200 for TWAL Members and non-members

Location: TWAL Studio 701 Sawdust Rd Spring, TX 77380

For any additional information, please contact Susan Manbeian at susanpmanbeian@gmail.com

Summer Art Trek June 29th-July 3rd,2026 (9am - Noon) (Mon, June 29, 2026)

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Summer Art Trek June 29th-July3rd, 2026

Travel through time and around the world as we look, learn, and discover interesting works of Art. Students will discover and discuss the stories behind historical works of art and create their own unique pieces based on their personal experiences and observations. This workshop involves drawing, painting, sculpting and storytelling. The class is designed to develop the student’s imaginative skills and practical skills in the art of illustration using one’s personal experiences as a springboard to taking the ordinary and making it extraordinary!

No experience necessary……. just bring a love of Art!

Ages: 7-12

Instructor - Susan Manbeian

Retired Public School Art Teacher of 30 years. Awarded Art Educator of the Year in 2010 for the State of California.

Small classes: Individual projects with materials provided

Date: June 29th-July 3rd,2026 (Monday - Friday)

Student fee: $200 for TWAL Members and non-members

Time: 9:00am - Noon

Location: TWAL Studio 701 Sawdust Rd, Spring, TX 77380

For any additional information, please contact Susan Manbeian at susanpmanbeian@gmail.com

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LET YOUR CREATIVITY BLOOM! July 6th-10th (9am - Noon) (Mon, July 06, 2026)

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Let Your Creativity Bloom! July 6th-10th

This workshop is all about using your creative imagination. We will discover how to develop the imagination and put it in to an art form using a variety of artistic mediums. The focus will be on originality and how that originality can be expressed through drawing, painting, pastel, ink, wood, cardboard, collage, plaster and paper . The class is designed to develop not only the student’s imaginative skills but practical hands on skills through a variety of projects that they may take home at the end of the week. Students will have the opportunity to use their personal experiences as a springboard to taking an ordinary idea and making it extraordinary!

No experience necessary……. just bring a love of Art!

Ages: 7-12

Instructor - Susan Manbeian

Retired Public School Art Teacher of 30 years. Awarded Art Educator of the Year for 2010 for the State of California.

Small classes: Individual projects with materials provided

Date: July 6th-10th (Monday - Friday)

Student fee: $200 for TWAL Members and non-members

Time: 9:00am - Noon

Location: TWAL Studio 701 Sawdust Rd, Spring, TX 77380

For any additional information, please contact Susan Manbeian at susanpmanbeian@gmail.com

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Art Adventure Lab III July 13-17 (9am-12noon) (Mon, July 13, 2026)

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

June 13-17 / Morning

Ages: 7-11

Instructor: Malu Garza

Small classes/ individual projects

Date: July 13-17 (5 days)

Time: 9 am -12 pm

Fee: $200. Includes all supplies

Location: TWAL Studio

International Dot Day (Tue, September 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Join us for a fun, free charity event!
More to come!

Duffle Bag Deco Day benefiting Foster Love (Wed, November 11, 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Join us for a fun, free charity event!
More details to come...

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