Experience an inspiring evening of creativity and connection at DEGALLERY, home to Aggieland’s premier Paint & Sip events. Our professionally guided, step-by-step art classes are designed for participants of all skill levels and take place on scheduled dates and times throughout the year.
During each session, guests follow a structured, instructor-led demonstration to complete a beautiful painting in a single class. Whether you are new to painting or looking to refine your artistic skills, our welcoming environment and expert guidance ensure a rewarding artistic experience.
Opening Reception Invitation “Marrying Clay and Canvas: Interwoven Creations”
A Collaborative Exhibition by Carolina Dalmas & Luis Faya
January 31 at 4:00 PM | DEGALLERY
You are warmly invited to the Opening Reception of “Marrying Clay and Canvas: Interwoven Creations,” a unique husband-and-wife collaborative exhibition featuring the work of visual artist Carolina Dalmas and ceramic artist Luis Faya.
Married for 30 years, Carolina and Luis bring their individual creative passions into an extraordinary artistic dialogue. Carolina, a painter who explores both traditional and multimedia approaches, frequently incorporates Luis’s ceramic pieces into her still-life arrangements and installation work. Her practice blends painting on wood panels with the physical presence of his clay forms, creating layered and interwoven visual narratives.
Luis, an engineer who has long enjoyed ceramics, creates functional housewares and is now expanding his practice into larger, more ambitious sculptural forms. His clay work provides both contrast and harmony with Carolina’s paintings, resulting in a deeply connected artistic exchange.
This exhibition celebrates their shared journey—
two mediums, two artists, one creative life intertwined.
Please join us for this special event on January 31 at 4:00 PM at DEGALLERY, where you can meet the artists, view their collaborative pieces, and experience the synergy of clay and canvas brought together in one inspiring space.
Discover the fascinating art of insect preservation in this hands-on Bug Pinning Workshop! Whether you’re a nature lover, a curious beginner, or just looking for a unique creative experience, this class will guide you step-by-step in preparing and pinning a real insect specimen.
You’ll learn:
How to handle and preserve a specimen
The proper pinning technique used by entomologists
How to arrange your insect in a beautiful shadow box for display
At the end of the session, you’ll leave with your own completed shadow box—bug and all—ready to showcase at home.
All materials are included: insect specimen, pinning tools, and your take-home shadow box. No prior experience required—just bring your curiosity!
Inviting all families, artists & musicians
to join us & participate in the FIRST SATURDAY ART FAIRE at DEGALLERY SQUARE
With International Artists!
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. 1st Saturdays at Degallery Square, 930 N Rosemary Dr, Bryan TX
The First Saturday Art Fair is a unique public outdoor family event at Degallery Square with live music (Professional Jazz Bend), art activities for kids (crafting/painting table), Art vendors, and an Artists' demo!
In Program:
12:00 pm -4:00 pm Art Fair with Vendors and Crafting Activities for Kids.
9:00 am - 1:00 pm art classes walk in for kids
All Artworks Inside Degallery during the First Saturday Art Fair are for sale with a discount of 20% OFF.
If you are interested in participating, please contact us
THE EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE REGARDLESS OF WEATHER CONDITIONS!
Paint & Sip at Degallery — Step-by-Step Guided Painting Class
Experience an inspiring evening of creativity and connection at DEGALLERY, home to Aggieland’s premier Paint & Sip events. Our professionally guided, step-by-step art classes are designed for participants of all skill levels and take place on scheduled dates and times throughout the year.
During each session, guests follow a structured, instructor-led demonstration to complete a beautiful painting in a single class. Whether you are new to painting or looking to refine your artistic skills, our welcoming environment and expert guidance ensure a rewarding artistic experience.
Oil Painting Workshop with Award winning artist T.W.’POPS’VANYA
You will be given a comprehensive introduction to oils, a materials list, color theory, design, the basics of preparatory drawing to get the best workable image onto your canvas, and then how to finish a work and the art of having it framed correctly.
WESTERN & FIGURATIVE ARTIST T.W. ‘POPS’ VANYA
Pops is an award-winning artist with over 40 years experience working, teaching and competing in the fine arts. He has taught at College of the Mainland in Texas Cityand Shriner University in Kerrville. He teaches in his studio and workshops around the state of Texas . He completed his formal Art Education at the University of Houston in the early and mid 70’s.
QUESTIONS:
Can I take this class if I have never painted before? Yes, Absolutely.
Can I take this class if I have painted extensively? Yes, Absolutely.
This class is designed to meet the individual needs of each student regardless of there level of understanding and experience.
I want to paint; do I have to be able to draw? Yes, and No. Great drawing skills help one to become a great painter. Just like an athlete, endurance, coordination, and strength help one compete in sports. However, they’re a lot of folks that enjoy a lot of sports but are not professionals. The same is true in the art world. The more skills one develops the more one can attempt and the greater the results.