Bespoke Studio Experiences
Connection Through Creativity
Immerse yourself in a world of creativity and meaningful connection with Bespoke Studio Experiences at Anderson Ranch Arts Center. Designed for birthday and holiday parties, family get-togethers, employee team-building, and corporate retreats, let our experienced instructors ignite your group’s creativity.
No prior experience is needed! These handpicked art sessions are thoughtfully curated for your event to foster creativity, strengthen bonds, and provide an exceptional group experience in our state-of-the-art studios amidst the beautiful backdrop of Aspen and Snowmass Village.
Tailored for both children and adults, these flexible full or half-day gatherings can accommodate up to 10 participants. Elevate your next group event with the enchantment of artistic exploration at Anderson Ranch.
Please contact our Vice President of Artistic Affairs Andrea Jenkins Wallace at awallace@andersonranch.org or call 970-924-5044 to learn more.
Example Experiences
Majolica Magic
Ceramics Studio
Students learn the historically rich and colorful technique of majolica glazing, a process where colorful imagery is painted over white glaze ware. This wonderful ceramic technique is similar to watercolor painting on paper and allows participants to treat the surface of the pieces as a canvas. Each participant can paint up to 4 ice cream bowls.
Pronto Plate Printing
Printmaking Studio
Experiment with the pronto plate process and create multiples of your own unique print in a couple of hours. This easy and accessible method has evolved out of the much more involved and traditional lithography process and elicits similar results. Play with mark-making, linework, textures and color in this fun and exploratory workshop.
Cyanotypes
Photography Studio
The Cyanotype is a 19th-century process using a light-sensitive emulsion, coated on paper and exposed in the sun or a UV light box. This unique experience guides participants to better understand the photographic process and create a one-of-a-kind blueprint. As an option, participants may use found objects or bring images/negatives to scan and create digital negatives for exposure.
Spoon Carving
Woodworking Studio
Learn the basics of spoon carving in this fun introductory workshop. Participants learn how to cut the rough shape of a spoon on the bandsaw, and work by hand to carve creations with the assistance of the woodshop staff. Everyone walks away with a spoon and some hands-on experience with wood.
3D Printed Portraits
Digital Fabrication Studio
3-D scanning is a fun and accessible entry into Digital Fabrication. Participants learn how to use a 3D scanner and work together to scan each other. The studio support staff then demonstrate how to process the scans and set them up for the 3D printer. While 3D prints take a few hours to complete, participants ultimately walk away with their bust or figurine printed in plastic.
Design Your Gathering
Made For You
Let’s work together to design a studio experience that is custom-made for you and your group’s needs. With dynamic studio spaces, a full-service cafe, and meeting rooms of all different sizes, the Ranch is the perfect place for your unique gathering.
To start planning your Bespoke Studio Experience, please contact our Vice President of Artistic Affairs Andrea Jenkins Wallace at awallace@andersonranch.org or call 970-924-5044.
