Classes and Workshops
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classes HERE!
A short note about online registration:
Online registration for our classes NO LONGER requires that you use a paypal account - use any credit or debit card or paypal to check out!
Once you choose your payment level and click “Register Now”, you will be required to complete a short registration form. You must then checkout by clicking on the Cart link in the top right corner of your screen.
We can accept drop-ins on the day of the workshop or class ONLY if registration is not already at full capacity
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If you have a suggestion for a workshop, class or topic you’d love to see on our schedule please let us know by heading over to our online Suggestion Box!
C5 Studios’ weekly Homeschool session!
C5 Studios offers a weekly arts and nature connection session for homeschool families every Tuesday from 12 - 1.30pm.
These sessions provide engaging, hands-on experiences in the visual arts (including drawing, painting, collage, print-making, mixed-media, crafting), music, theater, movement, games and nature connection for children in the full K-12 age range.
The sessions are available to all homeschool families in the area, and cost $25 per session. C5 Studios is a registered vendor with 3 homeschool charter schools (Heartland, Yosemite Valley and Sky Mountain) to allow local families registered with these schools to submit payment for our sessions via the schools.
C5 Studios’ weekly Homeschool Session starts up again on Tuesday, August 20th, 2024! We’re excited to start up again!
For families who are not submitting payment via charter schools, payment can be made in person when arriving for classes or via Paypal by checking out below. Payment can be made for a single session at $25 or access a bulk price of $140 when purchasing a package of 6 classes. We do not currently require registration in advance for these sessions, but it is encouraged.
LINE DANCING for all levels!
Line Dancing workshops with Olivia Pearl
* Line Dancing is taking a break thru January, 2025! Olivia will be back with us in February!
Join Olivia for a series of a line dance class for everybody - beginners, intermediate levels and everything in-between! All ages, all bodies, adults and kids are all invited to come and dance. In these line dance classes you will learn and review new basic country line dance songs that are commonly played all over the world. We will begin with the basics and learn a new dance every week. We will break down the steps of the dance and go at a speed that is comfortable with everybody.
The best part about line dance is you can take a basic dance and add whatever flare and sass you want to… or just keep it simple. I will be posting and sharing what dances we will cover for those who want extra homework or want to just get a head start on learning.
These classes are for adults and kids ages 7+.
About the instructor:
“Hi! My name is Olivia Gilpin and I moved to Bishop back in May 2022 from Seattle WA. I met my husband in Seattle and he grew up in Bishop. When I first visited Bishop I absolutely fell in love. The people, the outdoors, the sun and the country. The only thing I believe Bishop needs is some Line Dancing!
Back in Seattle I was apart of a line dance team called the Boot Boogie Babes for about 3 years. We taught line dance classes for both adult and children, opened for country artists, performed at the local fair and the solstice parade. I love to dance. It helps so much with my health both physically and mentally.”
Sessions cost $15/$20/$25 per session. This reflects our sliding scale payment structure - please pay the amount that feels best to you and your financial needs.
Click HERE for more info about the sliding scale payment structure
There is no advance registration required for these sessions - please come ready to pay in person before the class starts.
Salsa Dance Classes
Dance classes with Hallie Vickers
December - 12/3/24 (Tuesday) - 6:00pm-7:30pm and 12/19/24 (Thursday) - 6:00pm - 7:30pm
January - 1/2/25, 1/16/25 - 6:00pm-7:30pm
February - 2/6/25, 2/20/25 - 6:00pm-7:30pm
Welcome to Salsa in the Eastern Sierra! We will be offering Salsa classes that are open to all skill levels- beginners embraced, drop-ins are welcome. Bring a partner or come solo and we’ll partner-up! We will start with very basic movements which will be refined and polished with styling cues as we advance. Each class will have a review of prior skills and a portion of the class will be dedicated to progression and combinations as folks become more comfortable with the movement.
Salsa dancing is FUN, anyone can do it with the right tricks and tools. Your teacher is there to guide you into a hip-swiveling, smile-bringing… expression of mind, body and soul.
About your instructor:
Hallie Vickers moved to Bishop 25 years ago with a love for rock climbing and the mountains. Several years later she moved to Santa Barbara to pursue a nursing degree… it was in Santa Barbara that she immersed herself in Salsa dancing, ultimately dancing and performing with a local Latin dance company, Salsa Barbara. Upon returning to Bishop to settle down, she brought that love of Salsa home with her, teaching Salsa classes and fusion dance classes for many years prior to diving into family life and embracing a career as a RN Care Coordinator. She shares her journey with her handsome hubby, Simon and two fabulous boys, Shiloh and Lee. She’d love to hear from you if you have any questions 760-920-2063.
Register below using our sliding scale payment structure.
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To register for all/multiple sessions please choose your payment level and enter the desired quantity of classes.
Let’s Do Money Better!
A 6 week series with Dr. Zenia McLaughlin
January 7, 14, and 21, February 4, 11, and 18 2025 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Want to feel more ease, confidence and clarity with your money?
Whether we like it or not, money plays a role in our lives. Taking some time to find ways to do money better just makes sense!
Join us for an interactive and judgment-free conversation about how we understand our money as we explore the questions:
How are we managing the money we earn and spend? Are our money decisions aligned with our priorities?
This isn’t about investing or stocks and bonds. This is about what we do with the money we earn and spend every day.
Would you like to have a better relationship with your money so that you can live without credit card debt, save for a vacation, pay for your kids' hobbies, or just be able to sleep better at night knowing that all of your bills are paid? We will learn what it means to do money better: Why it matters and the practical steps to get started. Join us for this 6 week course!
During this course you will:
Learn and implement a straight-forward method to work with the money you have and create your own spending plan/budget.
Have 6 30-minute one-on-one sessions with me via Zoom to go over your unique money situation and customize your spending plan to you and your life.
Enjoy community support – just like going to the gym, some things are harder to do on your own!
Learn together in community and talk about money in ways that are usually “taboo” (but don't worry…you don’t need to share any personal financial details in order to gain from these conversations!)
Make a commitment, put in the effort, have fun and learn valuable tools that will serve you the rest of your life!
More details:
You will need a laptop, smartphone or tablet.
You’ll enjoy 3 months of YNAB (A Spendfulness App) for free. This is what we will use to create your spending plan.
Pay what you can: $160, $180 or $200 for all 6 sessions.
Please plan on attending each of the 6 sessions as they build on each other.
Register below using our sliding scale payment structure.
Click HERE for more info about the sliding scale payment structure.
Basic Color Theory with Acrylic Paint
A painting workshop with Marijke IJff
Wednesday, January 8th, 2025 - 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Come in and brush up on your knowledge of basic color theory while we also dive into some deeper color theory topics!
In this class, we will only be breaking out the primary colors to learn how to best mix them and create our very own abstract art piece where all of the colors will be unique to your own pallet. Each participant will have the option to experiment with either the traditional painters color wheel or the pigment wheel.
I challenge all of those who attend to lose the black in your color mixing and keep the saturation at its most vibrant!
This class will start by reviewing the primary and secondary colors and then we will dive into the tertiary, analogous, and complementary colors. Once we review the basic color theory topics, we will then apply our new found knowledge to create abstract paintings that celebrate color!
By the end of this class, you will be able to ditch the unwanted brown mixture and only create it when you choose!
Ages 11+
Register below using our sliding scale payment structure.
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How to Hand Braid Mats
A craft workshop with Marijke IJff
Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 - 5.30pm - 6.30pm
Join this class to learn how to upcycle all of those old t-shirts that either don’t fit, have a little stain on them, or suffer from a tiny hole. Fret no further, no need to send it to a landfill.
In this class, everyone will learn how to process old t-shirts into t-shirt yarn and create an aesthetic mat. Once everyone understands how to process their shirts, they will learn how to braid and simultaneously weave a mat. All participants are highly encouraged to bring 3-6 old t-shirts they may be needing to clear from their closet, but there will be some provided as well. The best t-shirts to bring are the ones on the thicker side.
This is a project that can be as small or as large as you would like to create it. The end result is a squishy mat that feels wonderful under your feet, could protect your table from a hot pan, or could even hang on your wall. Crafted from excess material into a charming textile.
Attend this class for an enjoyable evening of upcycling and transforming trash into treasure!
This workshop is for ages 11+.
gister below using our sliding scale payment structure.
Click HERE for more info about the sliding scale payment structure
How to Watercolor Paint
A watercolor painting workshop with Krystina Maixner
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 - 5.30pm - 7.40pm
Join Krystina Maixner (@chalkfox) for a fun and approachable introduction to the world of watercolor painting! This is the first class in a three-part series, designed to teach you the fundamentals of watercolor, chalk pastels, and mixed media. While each class stands alone and can be taken individually, attending all three will give you a comprehensive foundation in these artistic techniques.
In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll explore the beauty and versatility of watercolors while learning essential techniques, such as:
Mixing vibrant colors and creating soft, seamless gradients.
Controlling water and brushstrokes for a variety of effects.
Crafting simple yet expressive compositions that highlight the unique qualities of watercolor.
This class is perfect for anyone who wants to tap into their creativity, whether you’re a total beginner or looking to refresh your skills. By the end of the session, you’ll have created your own watercolor artwork and gained the confidence to continue exploring this captivating medium.
What to Bring:
Participants are welcome to bring their own watercolor supplies or use the materials provided by C5.
Draw Deeply
An Art and Movement Immersion with Jenny Kane and Miranda Perrone
Sunday, January 26, 2025 - 9:30am-12:30pm
Rediscover the joy of creativity in this hands-on workshop—where art is not just something you make, but something you feel and experience.
We’ll combine art-making with breath and movement to explore creativity as an intuitive, embodied practice. By grounding into this presence, you’ll open up new possibilities for expression, joy, ease, and personal insight.
What We’ll Do:
Create Art: We’ll use simple techniques with watercolor, charcoal, and pastel to explore personal inspiration and expression.
Breathe & Move: Breathing exercises and movement will be woven throughout our time to help you relax, clear your mind, and make space to create.
No Experience Needed
This is a welcoming space for everyone—whether you’re new to art or just want to get out of your head and into the moment. The focus is on having fun and letting creativity flow freely. All supplies will be provided. Please bring an exercise mat with you or request one when registering.
Join instructors Jenny Kane and Miranda Perrone for an exploration of painting as an intuitive, embodied act that goes beyond representation and into the heart of expression.
Live Full, Die Well: A Film Series Exploring Life, Death, The Human Experience
Brought to you by: SIGHT Events
Tuesdays 1/28, 2/11, 2/25 and 3/4 at 6:00pm-8:00pm at C5 Studios
Live Full - Die Well Film Series invites you on a cinematic journey that will challenge your perspectives, spark meaningful conversations, and inspire you to embrace life with renewed purpose.
Join us for a four-night film series that delves into the profound questions of life, death, and the rituals we create to navigate life's ultimate journey. These documentaries invite you to confront the complexities of life and death, and to contemplate what it means to live fully and die well.
Each screening is followed by a special guest discussion led by specialists in the medical and spiritual fields.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to engage with powerful films and meaningful conversations.
Cost: $10-20 sliding scale per night
To reserve your place visit SIGHT's website at THIS LINK
SIGHT: A Natural Burial Arts Center
We invite you to celebrate the fullness of life and honor its inevitable end. Nestled in the Eastern Sierra of California, we offer a sanctuary to explore the profound connection between life and death, inspiring you to live more mindfully.
About SIGHT founders:
Jane Hsu and Hari Khalsa met at the first Death Cafe ever held in the Eastern Sierra. They quickly realized they shared a vision for bringing Green Burial and Living Arts to the region. As co-founders of SIGHT, Jane and Hari hope to build a natural burial arts center that brings together the human experience of life and death.
For more information, visit www.sightevents.com
Follow us on instagram @sightsierra for updates!
How to Paint with Chalk Pastels
A chalk pastel workshop with Krystina Maixner
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 - 5.30pm - 7.40pm
Discover the bold and vibrant world of chalk pastels with Krystina Maixner (@chalkfox)! This is the second class in a three-part series, which can be taken individually or as part of the full series for a more in-depth artistic experience.
This hands-on class is designed to help you create works of art while mastering pastel techniques, such as:
- Blending and layering colors to create smooth gradients and rich textures.
- Using tools and fixatives to refine details and preserve your artwork.
- Experimenting with composition and color theory to bring your artistic vision to life.
- Whether you’re completely new to chalk pastels or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating colorful, dynamic pieces of art. Expect to leave inspired and with a finished pastel painting of your own!
What to Bring:
Participants are welcome to bring their own chalk pastels and tools or use the materials provided. The price of this workshop is inclusive of a $5 materials fee to cover the cost of materials.
Lunar New Year Tea and Chi
A Lunar New Year gathering with Betsy McDonald
Saturday February 1st, 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Let’s gather to celebrate the Lunar New Year that begins on the new moon of January 29, 2025 and ends with the Lantern Festival on the full moon of February 12th.
We will drink special Chinese Tea and learn some ways to meditate with tea. We’ll learn and practice some simple movements of Qigong, celebrating movement as medicine and good health. We’ll do some creative art work using the parallel verses for 2025 from Plum Village, in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. And… there will be surprise red envelopes to celebrate prosperity. Bring one little quote or poem to add to an envelope.
The Lunar New Year is known in many different countries, most notably for us as Chinese New Year and Tet in Vietnam. It will be the year of the wood snake, a time of transformation, growth, and introspection. Let’s gather and share the intention for transformation to love, compassion, freedom, health and justice for all.
Macrame Feathers
A macrame workshop with Jenn Lewis
Saturday, February 1st, 2025 - 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Join Jenn (@lotsofknots760) in kicking off the art of macrame by making your own beautiful set of feathers!
In this macrame class, you will be learning two common knots used in macrame while making a beautified creation for your home or as a gift for someone else!
Color options will be available so you can make this piece your own unique creation. All materials are provided so just bring yourself, (and even a friend or two if you'd like), and let's have some fun!
Mixed Media Magic: Combining Watercolor and Chalk Pastels
A mixed media painting workshop with Krystina Maixner
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 - 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Join Krystina Maixner (@chalkfox) as she teaches you how to merge the fluidity of watercolor with the vibrancy of chalk pastels in this exciting mixed-media class! This is the final class in a three-part series, designed to bring together all the skills you’ve learned. While each class stands alone, attending the full series will give you a richer and more cohesive understanding of these mediums.
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:
Combine the transparency of watercolors with the boldness of pastels for unique effects.
Layer and blend the two mediums seamlessly to add depth and dimension to your art.
Experiment with textures and creative techniques to produce eye-catching, dynamic compositions.
This class is perfect for artists looking to push their creative boundaries and try something new. By the end, you’ll walk away with a one-of-a-kind piece of art that showcases the best of both mediums.
What to Bring:
Participants are welcome to bring their own watercolor and pastel supplies or use the materials provided.
Love Potions and Heart Medicine
A Herbalism Workshop with Masha Bluestein
Saturday February 8th, 2025 - 10am - 12pm
Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to dive into the world of herbal love medicine. In this introductory herbalism workshop we will sample herbal aphrodisiacs and herbs with an affinity for the heart. Herbal love medicine is not only about awakening sexuality and sensuality, but also our ability to feel connection, safety, and love. These plants can help us heal trauma, and build up the life force within us that lets us feel vibrant and passionate in our lives and relationships. This will be a hands-on workshop with teas, tinctures, and oils to sample. The class will end with a lesson in herbal cordial making! There will be alcoholic and non-alcoholic options for cordial making. Please register in advance so your instructor can prepare the correct amount of herbs for the class. Thank you!
About the Instructor:
Masha Bluestein has spent the past 2 years studying herbal medicine at the California School of Herbal Studies, and apprenticing with herbalist and midwife Becca Kern. While Masha enjoyed her previous life as a trailworker ballerina, her life has shifted to the path of herbalism, as it combines her passion for working outdoors with her passion for holistic healthcare. Masha is thrilled to be back in Bishop, and is ready to get this Eastern Sierra community as obsessed with growing and making their own plant medicine as she is. You can contact Masha with questions about the class at mashabluestein@gmail.com.
Mixed Media Valentine's Day Cards!
A crafting workshop with Marijke IJff
Wednesday February 12th, 2025 - 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Are you still searching for the perfect gift for your Valentine? Are you tired of the dinner date default? Grab your partner, friend, coworker, or come by yourself to this fun and creative Valentine’s Day event!
Unlock your inner child in making some classic, over the top, playful Valentine’s Day cards!
This class will start with an introduction to the materials laid out to choose from. Participants will have the option to use stamps, watercolors, embroidery supplies, collage materials, calligraphy materials, create tin embellishments, etc. Your imagination is the limit!
While everyone is encouraged to make cards for their loved ones, there will also be an opportunity to make cards for members of the community.
Come to this class and allow yourself to have an enjoyable evening of crafting and creating memories! <3
Ages 12+
Hand-Building Ceramics
A ceramics workshop with Bart Godett
Saturday February 22nd, 2025 - 10.30am - 1pm
In this workshop we will use basic hand-building ceramics techniques to build confidence in exploring clay and its properties. Participants will have the opportunity to make one or two (depending on complexity) fairly small pots, for example a mug or a bean pot or both. You will hand-build your creation and it will be glazed for you, creating a finished ceramic piece of your own design.
All materials and equipment needed will be provided, however if you have your own clay tools you are more than welcome to bring them. This class will focus on learning about clay properties, texture, and pot creation. Finished glazed pots will be available to collect from C5 Studios 2 weeks after the class, allowing time for the work to be fired and glazed.
The cost of this workshop is inclusive of a materials fee of $10 per participant to cover the cost of the specialist materials required.
This workshop is for ages 12+.
This class is limited to 8 places.
Intro to Digital Drawing on iPad and Other Devices
A digital art class with Krystina Maixner
Wednesday, 26 February, 2025- 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Have you always wanted to explore digital drawing but didn’t know where to start? Maybe you’ve felt overwhelmed by all the apps and tools available or unsure how to make the most of your device. Join Krystina Maixner (@chalkfox) for a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop that takes the mystery out of digital art.
This class will guide you through the basics of drawing on iPads and other devices, giving you the confidence to start creating right away. We’ll focus on foundational techniques, introduce you to some of the most popular drawing apps, and share tips to help you improve your digital art skills. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to take the leap into digital art, this workshop is for you!
What You’ll Learn:
Step by step how to set up your canvas
Tips and tricks for using popular apps like Procreate, Adobe Fresco, Sketchbook, and Concepts.
Best practices for creating, organizing, and enhancing your digital artwork.
What to Bring / Materials info
Please bring a tablet or iPad, or other touchscreen device that can use An Apple Pencil, stylus, or other compatible drawing tool.
Participants will need to download a drawing app they can choose to do this prior to class if they would like. Some apps may require a purchase, so we recommend choosing one that works best for your goals and budget. Suggested apps include:
Procreate (one-time purchase)
Adobe Fresco (free with optional premium features)
Autodesk Sketchbook (free with pro options)
Concepts (free with in-app purchases)
Krystina Highly recommends Procreate and Adobe Fresco.
Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today and start your journey into digital art!
Please be advised that workshops may have a minimum required registration and if this minimum is not met the workshop may be cancelled or postponed.