Iconic: Hands-On Edition

Save the Date: Friday, February 27 2026

6-7PM VIP | 7-10PM Main Event

Morean Center for Clay, 420 22nd St. S.

Join us for an evening of immersive art and community, featuring hands-on activities where you are the artist, fueled with lively entertainment, curated culinary stations, and creative community.

Stamp your “Art Passport” Punch Card and complete each art activity all for a prize! Each booth features a Morean Arts Center teacher sharing a fully guided, beginner-friendly project in their respective medium.

Clay: Hand Building + Wheel-Throwing Demonstration

Jewelry: Pendant and Ring Creation

Drawing: Color Value and Blending Techniques with Guided Illustration

Glass: Glass Color-Chemistry Introduction + Torchworking Demonstration

Painting: Chinese Brush Painting Project

Photos: Film & Darkroom Highlights + Vintage “TTV” style (Through The Viewfinder) Camera Phone Capture

And if you’re feeling playful, you can enjoy the “Art of Play” station, featuring custom balloon fun!

Have a blast dressing up as your favorite artist for a chance to win the best-dressed prize! Winner will be announced at 9pm. During the night, you’ll witness a crowd of artists – you included – and will enjoy plenty of inspiring silent auction artworks that you can bid on to take home. Come with an appetite for scrumptious food, decadent fun, and a great cause.

VIP Hour: Live Music from Camelia Jade | Exclusive Raku Firing Demonstration | First Dibs on Art Projects before the Crowd

Admission: $150 Members
$175 Not-Yet-Members