Open Studio
We offer flexible ways to engage with the studio to fit different needs and schedules. You can book single sessions and work independently or with guidance from a mentor, or buy a package to deepen your practice over time. If you’re not ready for a full commitment, you can book a single open studio session to work independently in a creative environment. We also offer rotating workshops led by professional artists, perfect for exploring specific techniques or trying something new. Whether you’re building a portfolio, reigniting a creative spark, or just want a place to make art, there’s a way to be part of Lista that works for you.
What to expect
Open Studio is a time dedicated to independent creative exploration and creation, following a flexible, choice-based art studio format. You can expect a supportive environment where your creative journey is the focus. This setup is designed to give you the structure and freedom you need to pursue your artistic interests.
You have two main ways to approach your Open Studio time. You can either come with a specific idea, and one of our mentors will be available to help you plan, gather the necessary materials, and provide support as you work. Alternatively, you can choose one of our specialized Open Studio Tracks (such as Drawing and Sketching, Painting Techniques, Sculpture, etc.) to deepen your creative practice. Each track offers pre-made lessons and prompts to introduce you to fundamental techniques, giving you the option to work through small projects or experiment with the materials freely, all with the guidance of a mentor.
Open Studio Format: Independent studio time for creative exploration and creation
Choice-Based Art Studio Format:
- Group demonstrations – different techniques, materials, etc.
- Independent student exploration in different mediums
Options to approach open studio:
- Come with an idea and a mentor can help you plan and gather the materials you need to get started. Mentors are there for support along the way.
- Choose an open studio track to deepen your creative practice and work through exercises and prompts to develop basic skills with the support of a mentor.
- Pre-made lessons and prompts in each section to introduce students to the medium and fundamental techniques
- Students have the option to work through different small projects or experiment with the materials freely.
FAQ
Our mentors will help you discover which techniques are best suited for you, and will help you set up goals and paths to achieve them.
If you choose to, but mentors will also offer opportunities for community building through group projects, curated art exhibits and collective art projects. Mentor guidance will be tailored to you.
No, due to the open scheduling nature of the program, we may have students of different levels and ages at the same time.
We offer specific programs for portfolio development here, but you can use open studio time to deepen your practice! While a portfolio is not the main focus of Lista, it is the natural result of a consistent art practice. Some of the portfolio requirements are naturally built in to every day activities.
Only 20 students max are allowed during a studio time slot. You will need to book it in advance to ensure availability.
Our mentors are ready to propose different options to get started. We offer different “track” options that you can pick from or explore. We encourage exploration and mistakes. You can try different techniques, change your mind, and start something new.