Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Known for her colorful palette choices, Brooke specializes in mixed-media illustrations with an emphasis in animals, nature, and simple life settings. Brooke loves to tell a story in all of her artwork. She strives to make each piece express a sense of comfort, happiness, and nostalgia, not only for herself, but for those who view her artwork as well.

Spring has sprung! And it is time to break out fresh decor for the season! Join us for this beginner-friendly wreath making workshop that will help you think spring everytime you walk through the door!

You'll learn the basics of designing your own wreath, from sourcing materials to layout to how to adding a bow. Participants will then be free to make a wreath from the provided natural and faux floral materials.

No experience needed, just your creativity and tolerance of hot glue. Leave with a finished piece perfect for hanging on the front door!

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Ashley R Cloud is a printmaker and painter based in Meadville, PA. Her work is rooted in realism, often referencing humankind’s relationship to nature.

Our printmaking studio will be open during Ashley’s Open Studio hours. Participants will be able to purchase blocks for relief printing and make use of our inks and presses, as well as receive guidance from the host.

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Known for her colorful palette choices, Brooke specializes in mixed-media illustrations with an emphasis in animals, nature, and simple life settings. Brooke loves to tell a story in all of her artwork. She strives to make each piece express a sense of comfort, happiness, and nostalgia, not only for herself, but for those who view her artwork as well.

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Ashley R Cloud is a printmaker and painter based in Meadville, PA. Her work is rooted in realism, often referencing humankind’s relationship to nature.

Our printmaking studio will be open during Ashley’s Open Studio hours. Participants will be able to purchase blocks for relief printing and make use of our inks and presses, as well as receive guidance from the host.

Have you’ve found yourself creating a great piece of artwork only to ask yourself, “What should I do for the background?”

Then this class is for you!

Backgrounds can be daunting but, with help from Brooke Brace, you will learn when a background is needed, how much detail is necessary, and what makes an excellent background when it comes to your final piece. You will walk through in-class exercises using Gouache!

A beginner-friendly to intermediate class, for ages 12 or older.

Date: May 8, 2026

Time: 5:30-8:30pm

Location: FCAC Studio 122 Cussewago Square

Cost: $35 per person, all materials included! Members receive a 25% discount on workshop fees!

Register here!

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Known for her colorful palette choices, Brooke specializes in mixed-media illustrations with an emphasis in animals, nature, and simple life settings. Brooke loves to tell a story in all of her artwork. She strives to make each piece express a sense of comfort, happiness, and nostalgia, not only for herself, but for those who view her artwork as well.

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Ashley R Cloud is a printmaker and painter based in Meadville, PA. Her work is rooted in realism, often referencing humankind’s relationship to nature.

Our printmaking studio will be open during Ashley’s Open Studio hours. Participants will be able to purchase blocks for relief printing and make use of our inks and presses, as well as receive guidance from the host.

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Known for her colorful palette choices, Brooke specializes in mixed-media illustrations with an emphasis in animals, nature, and simple life settings. Brooke loves to tell a story in all of her artwork. She strives to make each piece express a sense of comfort, happiness, and nostalgia, not only for herself, but for those who view her artwork as well.

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Ashley R Cloud is a printmaker and painter based in Meadville, PA. Her work is rooted in realism, often referencing humankind’s relationship to nature.

Our printmaking studio will be open during Ashley’s Open Studio hours. Participants will be able to purchase blocks for relief printing and make use of our inks and presses, as well as receive guidance from the host.

Join printmaker Ashley Cloud on Sunday, May 3, for a workshop in linocut printmaking. This workshop will be geared toward beginners but is open to all levels of experience!  All tools and materials will be provided.

The workshop will be held from 1:00-4:00pm at the FCAC Studio in Cussewago Square!

The cost is $35 per participant.  Active FCAC members receive a 25% discount!

Due to the use of sharp tools, this workshop is open only to those aged 12 and up. Participation will be limited to 20 attendees.

Register here!

Grab your sketchbook or art journal and favorite sketching supplies and come hang out with Mattie of Root and Pine Studio at French Creek Arts Collective at Cussewago square for the first monthly meet-up of the Sketchbook Club! 

This event is free and open to ages 18+.

Poetic Evenings is hosting a Bubble Night !! Open share time for your written word, words you love or original music. This show concludes our regularly scheduled season. During summer break, keep your eyes peeled for Poetic Evenings Mobile shows!!

Sign-ups 7pm. Showtime Shortly thereafter.

Join us each Wednesday from 6-8 as we develop our skills, share our work, and enjoy the company of other photographers and enthusiasts!

This Meadville Council on the Arts event is free and open to the community.

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Ashley R Cloud is a printmaker and painter based in Meadville, PA. Her work is rooted in realism, often referencing humankind’s relationship to nature.

Our printmaking studio will be open during Ashley’s Open Studio hours. Participants will be able to purchase blocks for relief printing and make use of our inks and presses, as well as receive guidance from the host.

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Lauren is a librarian and an artist who creates work under the name Jet Black Press in collaboration with her spouse, Douglas Eberhardt. Her favorite medium is the zine, but she finds joy in printmaking, photography, and fiber work as well. Lauren brings a community based mindset to everything that she does, whether it is facilitating library programming or producing a collaborative zine with her friends. Her work exists at the intersection of memories, nature, and the rebellious feminine.

The Learning Center and the French Creek Arts Collective are teaming up for an afterschool art club hosted at The Learning Center K-8 School!

• Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30

• Each session has a different theme- April: Nature Art

• Ages 6-10

• Fee per session: $60 (LCK8/ FCAC members)/$80 (Community)

• Instructor: Emily Cicora (emily@learningcenterk8.org)

• Space is limited to 12 students

• Payment can be made via cash or check (made out to French Creek Arts Collective).

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Known for her colorful palette choices, Brooke specializes in mixed-media illustrations with an emphasis in animals, nature, and simple life settings. Brooke loves to tell a story in all of her artwork. She strives to make each piece express a sense of comfort, happiness, and nostalgia, not only for herself, but for those who view her artwork as well.

Join FCAC for a monthly meet-up for all things needlecraft! Whether you are a veteran of stabbing things or want to learn the art, this meet-up is for you. Bring a snack to share and join your fellow sharp object connoisseur's for a night of needles and nibbles.

This event is free and open to the public!

Join us for an evening of original works composed by pianist Paul Groh.

$5 admission at the door. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages to enjoy during the concert.

Join us each Wednesday from 6-8 as we develop our skills, share our work, and enjoy the company of other photographers and enthusiasts!

This Meadville Council on the Arts event is free and open to the community.

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Ashley R Cloud is a printmaker and painter based in Meadville, PA. Her work is rooted in realism, often referencing humankind’s relationship to nature.

Our printmaking studio will be open during Ashley’s Open Studio hours. Participants will be able to purchase blocks for relief printing and make use of our inks and presses, as well as receive guidance from the host.

The Learning Center and the French Creek Arts Collective are teaming up for an afterschool art club hosted at The Learning Center K-8 School!

• Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30

• Each session has a different theme- April: Nature Art

• Ages 6-10

• Fee per session: $60 (LCK8/ FCAC members)/$80 (Community)

• Instructor: Emily Cicora (emily@learningcenterk8.org)

• Space is limited to 12 students

• Payment can be made via cash or check (made out to French Creek Arts Collective).

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Known for her colorful palette choices, Brooke specializes in mixed-media illustrations with an emphasis in animals, nature, and simple life settings. Brooke loves to tell a story in all of her artwork. She strives to make each piece express a sense of comfort, happiness, and nostalgia, not only for herself, but for those who view her artwork as well.

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Emily Cicora is a founding member of the FCAC and teaching artist at The Learning Center K-8 School in Meadville.

Sit back, lay around, get cozy, close your eyes, and let yourself RELAX.

Allow your body to absorb the frequencies and vibrations, on a cellular level. Meditate, imagine, sleep, trance, to aid in your own well being, and paths to self healing.

Science, Spiritual History, and Myself, have combined testimonies, dating back thousands of years, that encourage sound as guides of creation. Many instruments, including Crystal Singing Bowls, Gongs, Chimes, Drums, Mantra, Chant, Spiritual Focus, and Reiki intention, are used to manifest this atmosphere of “Reiki Sound”.

The only way to really feel this though, is to EXPERIENCE it.

We encourage signing up, due to space considerations, but drop in is welcome as well. Donations are welcomed and much appreciated!

Comfort is utmost important, dress cozy. Please feel free to bring a lawn chair, floor mat, blanket, sleeping bag, pillow, beverages, snack, eye masks, your favorite aromatherapy scent, and teddy bear.

This event is hosted by Julie DeLeon, sound artist, reiki practitioner, and founder of the New Blue Light Vision Council.

Bring a project to work on in our space, or use materials from our designated Open Studio shelves.

Free for Headwater-, Estuary-, and Watershed-level members/ $10 for non-members.

Known for her colorful palette choices, Brooke specializes in mixed-media illustrations with an emphasis in animals, nature, and simple life settings. Brooke loves to tell a story in all of her artwork. She strives to make each piece express a sense of comfort, happiness, and nostalgia, not only for herself, but for those who view her artwork as well.

Join us each Wednesday from 6-8 as we develop our skills, share our work, and enjoy the company of other photographers and enthusiasts!

This Meadville Council on the Arts event is free and open to the community.