Introduction to Character Animation
Saturday 14 February
Mission Bend - 10am - 2 Hours
Gary James
This class will focus on teaching the basics of animation, specifically how to create movement in characters. Participants should bring a pencil, eraser, and sketchbook for exercises.
Outdoor Portrait Photography Meetup
Sunday 15 February
Sugar Land park - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Hesam Rezaei
Join this outdoor portrait photography meetup. Learn posing, composition, and natural light techniques. Practice taking portraits in a park setting. Participants bring their own camera. Max 12 people, 2 hours. Theme rationale: Exact keyword match "Outdoor Portraits" (ID28, score 10).
Landscape Painting
Saturday 21 February
Chasewood Park Drive - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Arthur Deatly
Paint en plein air from direct observation at Kickerillo-MiScher Preserve. Capture park landscapes, trees, and waterways with watercolor washes and layering. All levels welcome.
Indoor Portrait Photography Meetup
Sunday 22 February
Sugar Land cafe - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Hesam Rezaei
Join this indoor portrait photography meetup to learn how to capture stunning portraits using available light. We'll practice posing, directing subjects, composition, and camera settings for flattering results. Great for beginners and intermediates looking to improve selfies or build a portfolio. Bring your camera and model.
Anime and Cartoon Drawing Class
Saturday 28 February
Mission Bend - 10am - 2 Hours
Gary James
Ever wanted to draw out your thoughts and ideas as a comic? In this workshop, we'll cover beginner cartoon creation. We'll learn skills for building your character, facial expressions and poses, as well as comic panel drawing. This workshop is great for anyone looking for an introduction to cartoon and anime drawing, no experience is necessary!
Smartphone Photography Workshop
Sunday 01 March
Sugar Land park - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Hesam Rezaei
Join this smartphone photography workshop at Cullinan Park to capture stunning photos with your phone. Perfect for beginners, we'll explore composition, lighting, useful apps, and quick editing techniques. No prior experience needed—just bring your smartphone for practical exercises.
Watercolor Animals
Saturday 07 March
Southern end of the Museum District - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Arthur Deatly
Paint en plein air from direct observation in Hermann Park's Japanese Garden. Capture serene landscapes, bridges, koi ponds, and lush foliage using watercolor washes and layering techniques. All levels welcome.
Note: This is an outdoor event. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Women Who Changed the Way We See
Sunday 08 March
West Houston area - 10am - 2 Hours
Hesam Rezaei
A Talk & Visual Discussion on Women in Photography on March 8 – International Women's Day
This workshop is a reflective and discussion-based session dedicated to women photographers whose work fundamentally changed the way we see the world.
Rather than focusing on technical skills, this talk explores vision, perspective, and visual voice—how different ways of seeing have shaped the history of photography and continue to influence contemporary image-making.
Through carefully selected images and guided discussion, we will look at how these photographers challenged norms, expanded subject matter, and redefined what photography could express.
This is not a history lecture.
It is a conversation about seeing.
Cartoon Drawing for Beginners
Saturday 14 March
Mission Bend - 10am - 2 Hours
Gary James
creating silly daffy cartoon illustrations
Smartphone Videography for Social Media Workshop
Sunday 15 March
Sugar Land cafe - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Hesam Rezaei
This hands-on workshop introduces practical smartphone videography techniques tailored for social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. Participants will learn how to shoot stable, visually engaging short videos using only their phones. Topics include framing for vertical formats, movement and shot variety, basic lighting, sound considerations, and simple storytelling for short-form content. The workshop also covers efficient shooting workflows to reduce editing time while maintaining visual quality.
Go With the Flow: A Watercolour Q&A Session
Saturday 21 March
Southern End of the Museum District - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Arthur Deatly
Paint en plein air from direct observation at Hermann Park's Rose Garden. Capture vibrant flowers, arches, and garden landscapes with watercolor washes and layering techniques. All levels welcome.
Photo Critique Portfolio Review Session
Sunday 22 March
Sugar Land cafe - 10am - 2 Hours
Hesam Rezaei
This session focuses on developing a stronger photographic voice through structured critique and portfolio review. Participants will learn how to read images critically, understand visual strengths and weaknesses, and refine their work through selection and sequencing. We will discuss intention, consistency, storytelling, technical execution, and common pitfalls. The workshop emphasizes constructive feedback, helping photographers edit their work more confidently and purposefully. Suitable for all levels, from hobbyists to advanced photographers preparing portfolios.