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Image for event: The Seahorse: How to Pastel Paint

Registration opens:
September 23rd, 2025

The Seahorse: How to Pastel Paint

Workshop by Gregory Maichack
2025-10-07 17:00:00 2025-10-07 19:00:00 America/New_York The Seahorse: How to Pastel Paint Learn how to create The Seahorse with award-winning pastel artist Gregory Maichack. Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Tuesday, October 07
5:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-07 17:00:00 2025-10-07 19:00:00 America/New_York The Seahorse: How to Pastel Paint Learn how to create The Seahorse with award-winning pastel artist Gregory Maichack. Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room

Learn how to create The Seahorse with award-winning pastel artist Gregory Maichack.

Award-winning pastel artist Gregory Maichack will teach participants how to create The Seahorse. This pastel painting workshop is designed for patrons from beginners to experienced artists. All materials will be provided, and everyone who attends will get to take home their artwork.

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Wilbraham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Funding is also provided by the Wilbraham Friends of the Library.

This program is for adults ages 18+. Registration is required as space is limited. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshop | Arts & Crafts |

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