Art Workshops with Detroit College of Creative Studies

Art Journals: Restoring the Mind & Body through Art

Explore the profound healing powers of art within the pages of a personal journal. Participants will experiment with a variety of mixed-media techniques to translate complex emotions into visual stories, fostering a sense of peace and self-discovery. Each session provides a supportive environment to practice mindfulness, using tactile expression to restore the mind and body.

Facilitator is local artist Sabrina Nelson. 

Thursdays, 6:00pm - 8:00 p.m.
April 9 - 30 (Four sessions)
Open to all. Max. 15 students

Held at: Henry Ford Cancer- Detroit

Fabric Manipulation and Upcycled Fashion

This workshop series invites participants to breathe new life into forgotten textiles through the creative lens of sustainable design and self-expression. Students will master a variety of fabric manipulation techniques—including pleating, layering, and structural stitching—to transform secondhand garments into wearable works of art. By merging traditional craftsmanship with modern upcycling, this course empowers makers to reduce waste while developing a unique, eco-conscious fashion aesthetic. This class will take place at CCS Taubman Center.   Bring gently used garments with you.   Sewing machines and supplies provided. 

Tuesdays, 3:00pm - 5:00 p.m.
April 21 - May 26 (Six sessions)
Open to all. Max. 15 students

Held at: CCS Taubman Center