Beyond the Brush: Abstract Painting with Catherine Chesters
2026 Winter Wellness Workshops for Adults
Beyond the Brush: Abstract Painting with Catherine Chesters
2026 Winter Wellness Workshops for Adults
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DateMarch 25, 2026
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Event Starts6:00 PM
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VenueBethel Woods Center for the Arts
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Doors Open6:00 PM Doors
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Ticket Prices$18 / $16.20 (Member Discount)
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On SaleOn Sale Now
Event Details
Beyond the Brush: Abstract Painting with Watercolors & Inks
Explore the meditative process of creating abstract art using watercolors, acrylics & ink on various papers. Through layering, blending, and organic mark-making, you'll tap into your creative flow while embracing the unique qualities of each medium. This class invites all levels to experiment, relax, and discover the art of spontaneous expression, moving beyond the brush to create serene, dynamic compositions.
Winter Wellness at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts: The Winter Wellness series invites the community to gather for meaningful, soul-refreshing experiences as the new year begins. Focusing on themes of creativity, self-care, and holistic well-being, the classes provide a wide array of activities. Participants can explore creative arts activities that spark imagination, or engage in gentle mind-body practices that nurture both body and spirit. Led by a rotating roster of local artists and wellness practitioners, each session offers a thoughtful, well-rounded approach to health and personal growth. Tuition assistance is available, contact education@bethelwoodscenter.org to inquire.
About Catherine Chesters
Growing up in northeast England in the 1970s and ’80s, Catherine Chesters was shaped by the contrast between post-industrial hardship and the quiet beauty of the countryside. These dualities inform her mixed-media work, which explores the tension between nature and human experience through an intuitive, surreal, and quietly optimistic visual language. Catherine’s career bridges art and design, spanning collaborations in film, photography, television, and brand campaigns, alongside an international exhibition practice with collectors in London, New York, and beyond.
She is the founder of Chesters Studio in Barryville, NY, a multidisciplinary space for workshops, community events, and exhibitions.