Upcoming Programs

The OHAG Board Program Co-Chairpersons, Lisanne Gollub and Mihika Kulkarni, schedule 5-6 programs during the year, combining demonstrations, field trips, and hands-on experiences. 2024-25 workshops included field trips to the Triton Museum of Art and Bay Area Glass Institute, as well as hands-on introductions to rag wreath construction, alcoholic ink painting, macramé, cardmaking, and needle felted appliqué. Programs are open to Guild members and the public, and are a great chance to observe and try various art forms throughout the year.

We hope to see you at a program this year, and welcome your thoughts for future art programs. Art brings us together!

You can check out our previous programs, for an idea of the range of activities offered.

Save the date: Thursday, January 29, 2026 we will have a polymer clay project, led by Janine Pitta, of Janine Pitta Art.

Beaded Bracelet Workshop – Jewelry making for your creative soul!
Thursday, September 25, 2025

The Beaded Bracelet Workshop with Colleen dela Torre was a great success, kicking the year off with a hands-on activity. The session began with Colleen leading the participants through yoga stretches for their hands and wrists, a preparatory step to aid flexibility.

Colleen shared beads collected during her travels and a variety of quirky charms. Each participant received a bracelet-making kit with a choice of beads like Rose Quartz, Adventurine and Unakite, with a handy, compartmented tray, spoon and other essential apparatus. She provided guidance on properly stringing beads and tying secure knots.

The bracelets were followed by a brief lesson on basic metal-shaping, where participants used tools to create their own ear wires. The atmosphere was one of focused activity and collaboration, with Colleen attending to each participant and ensuring everyone was progressing. The event concluded with several of the participants wearing their own bracelets.

Photos courtesy of Scott Capen and Mihika Kulkarni