Since staying home, you’ve probably come to find there are many ways to keep busy. Whether it be cooking, cleaning, reading a book… Some activities can start to feel therapeutic when things start getting hectic or you’re really bored. Expressing yourself through art can be a similarly therapeutic experience! Crafts, DIY projects, and more are a great way to stay busy and relieve some of the stress surrounding COVID-19. Today we are highlighting a few upcoming free virtual paint parties hosted by the city of Goodyear and artist/instructor Debora Goley this month!
When
Join your fellow Goodyear neighbors in painting a variety of beautiful pieces from the comfort of your Acero Estrella Commons apartment throughout the month of May!!
May 13th from 12:30 - 1:45 p.m.: “Wednesday Well Check”
May 16th from 9 - 10:15 a.m.: “PJs and Art”
May 21st from 5:45 to 7:15 p.m.: “Desert Nights”
May 27th from 12:30 - 1:45 p.m.: “Wednesday Well Check”
May 30th from 9 - 10:15 a.m.: “PJs and Art”
Where
The beauty of the phrase “alone together” really shines through with these live-stream virtual paint parties. Rather than heading to a studio, you can be cozy right at home in your apartment for this event, while other Goodyear neighbors are staying home and participating along with you. One paint party even encourages that you wear your pajamas! There’s no need to leave home, you’re already right where you need to be for these virtual paint parties.
What
So how does it work, you ask? Well, have you ever attended a paint and sip night at an art studio? These virtual paint parties are hosted the same way, however, instead of painting in the studio with a group of other friends, artists, or event-goers, you’re at home! This also means you’ll need to gather the painting supplies, because usually that would be provided by the studio, but hey, this is a free party! So that makes up for it. Next, you’ll want to set up your laptop or phone for the class so you can follow the instructor as she guides you through each painting via a live stream Zoom video call or Youtube video. Click here to register for the classes and to access the video links.
How
Here’s how we recommend you prepare for one (or all) of these free virtual paint parties. First, make a list of the supplies you’ll need. You can find that here. Next, place an online or curbside pick up order from the Goodyear Michaels or JoAnn’s Fabrics and Crafts of all the supplies required for your art party (canvases, paintbrushes, paints, etc.). Once you’ve got your crafts supplies, set up your laptop or phone somewhere in your apartment where you’ll be able to see the video while following along and painting. Once you’re ready, set up your painting supplies, get your comfy clothes on, grab a glass of wine, and get ready to paint!
We hope this got your creative juices flowing and gives you something to look forward to this month! Share how your virtual paint parties turn out with us on Facebook and Instagram, and send this blog to a friend to invite them to paint along with you. That’s all for now, see you next time!
