JUNE EVENTS AT CRESTON ARTS

MAY 27, 2025. CRESTON, IA — Summer Art Camp, Artist Demonstrations, and more workshops at the Creston Arts Center this June.

Summer Art Camp

The Creston Arts Center will host another full month of Summer Art Camp this June. The camps will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, for the entire month. Students in grades 1st through 8th can register or learn more at www.crestonarts.org. 

Artist in Residence Workshops & Demonstrations

Creston Arts will host three artists this month through the Artist-in-Residence program. Each artist will give a free presentation or workshop at the Arts Center to share their talents with the community. 

Award-winning Interdisciplinary Teaching Artist Jonathan Matteson will teach a two-day workshop on Saturday and Sunday, June 7 and 8, from 9 to 11 a.m., both days. In this workshop, titled ‘Phone Photography 101,’ Matteson will teach participants the basics of taking better photos with smartphones.

Artist and Hobby Naturalist Cassandra Tant will hold a demonstration on Wednesday, June 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. Tant’s artwork, which consists mostly of oil, acrylic, and ink, draws inspiration from the natural world and what she finds in gardens, prairies, and forests.

Painter and Muralist Courtney Moller will hold a demonstration on Thursday, June 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. Moller primarily works with acrylics on canvas or wood. Her style is a blend of abstract and realism. Moller’s paintings and murals are designed to brighten spaces and lift spirits, capturing the light, hope, and joy she has found in her faith.

Art Journaling

In this class, participants will be given a prompt and reflective questions to write about in their journals, which they can then embellish with paint, drawings, and collage. Materials will be provided. No prior experience is necessary. All skill levels and ages are welcome in this class on Friday, June 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. Online registration is required at www.crestonarts.org.

Watercolor Workshop

At the watercolor workshop, participants will learn techniques for blending, layering, and creating stunning effects with washes and textures. Ideal for beginners or those wanting to enhance their skills. All skill levels and ages are welcome in this class on Tuesday, June 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. Online registration is required at www.crestonarts.org. 

Paint with Melissa! 

With guidance from Melissa Raddatz, participants will use acrylics to paint custom wooden door signs. All skill levels and ages are welcome in this class on Saturday, June 28, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Online registration is required at www.crestonarts.org.

Poetry Club

Poetry Club will take place on Monday, June 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. Designed for both new and seasoned writers, this free workshop offers writing prompts, guided exercises, and collaborative feedback to help you explore different poetic forms and refine your voice. Embrace the beauty of language, nurture your creative process, and connect with fellow poets in a supportive environment that encourages experimentation and growth. This event is free, but RSVP is required at www.crestonarts.org. The event is for those ages 15 and up. No experience is necessary!

Recontextures by Trey Reis

Recontextures by Artist Trey Reis is a collection of large-scale colorful collages. The title of this collection, Recontextures, is a reference to both the process of recontextualization at the core of collage and the intricate, textural nature of the finished pieces. 

A Closing Reception will be held on Friday, June 27, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Light refreshments will be provided.

About Creston Arts

Creston Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit that has served the Creston Area since 1977. Our mission is to enrich the lives of Southwest Iowans by bridging the community to the arts through coordination, advancement, promotion, and administration of all phases of the arts in Creston and the surrounding area. For more information, a calendar of upcoming events, or to make a donation to further our mission, visit www.crestonarts.org or call 641-351-7634.

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June Calendar

All Month Recontextures by Trey Reis at the Creston Arts Depot Gallery. Gallery Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. All ages.

All Month Summer Art Camp Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

June 2 Creston Arts Monthly Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m. at the Creston Arts Center. 

June 7 & 8  Artist in Residence Workshop with Jonathan Matteson: Phone Photography 101 - 6 - 8 p.m. at the Creston Arts Center. Free will donations are encouraged. All ages. Online RSVP is required at www.crestonarts.org.

June 13 Art Journaling - 6 - 8 p.m. at the Creston Arts Center. Class is capped at 20 participants. All ages. Online registration is required at www.crestonarts.org.

June 17 Watercolor Workshop - 6 - 8 p.m. at the Creston Arts Center. Class is capped at 20 participants. All ages. Online registration is required at www.crestonarts.org. 

June 18 Artist in Residence Demo with Cassandra Tant - 6 - 8 p.m. at the Creston Arts Center. Free will donations are encouraged. All ages.

June 26 Artist in Residence Demo with Courtney Moller - 6 - 8 p.m. at the Creston Arts Center. Free will donations are encouraged. All ages.

June 27 Recontextures by Trey Reis Closing Reception - Free event. 6 - 8 p.m. at the Creston Arts Depot Gallery. Light refreshments will be available. All ages.

June 28 Paint with Melissa! Door Signs - 5:30 - 7 p.m. at the Creston Arts Center. Class is capped at 20 participants. All ages. Online registration is required at www.crestonarts.org.

June 29  Poetry Workshop - 6 - 8 p.m. at the Creston Arts Center. Class is capped at 20 participants. Ages 15+. Online registration is required at www.crestonarts.org.