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Art workshops in Austin for people who like a lot
The Glitz Society runs hands-on art workshops in East Austin where you leave with a finished, wearable, wall-worthy piece. Taught by working Austin artists. Beginners welcome. Restraint optional.
What are Glitz art workshops like?
Glitz art workshops are small, hands-on sessions in our East Austin studio where an Austin artist teaches one big, bold project from start to finish. You get the method, the space and a room full of people as excited about rhinestones as you are, and you walk out with the piece.
The vision is simple: artists teaching artists, sharing skills, ego free. Jillian's background is building sets, headdresses and costumes for festivals, editorial shoots and performers, so the projects lean theatrical. Think less paint-and-sip, more "what if I wore a chandelier to brunch".
This season's workshops
The first run of workshops leans into the holidays and Mardi Gras:
- Maximalist Wreath Making with Jillian, early December.
- Christmas Turban & Headband with Jillian, December.
- Holiday Photo Booth with Ruth, running through December.
- Mardi Gras Headdress, a two-day workshop in January. Leave with a finished piece.
- Valentine's Photo Booth, February.
Your crew, your date, your glitter
Book any workshop as a private session for a birthday, a bachelorette, a team day or just your people. We'll set the studio up for you.
Tell us the date, the headcount and what you want to make. Jillian replies with options and pricing.
Questions people ask
What kind of art workshops does The Glitz Society run in Austin?
Hands-on maximalist craft workshops: headdresses, holiday wreaths, turbans and headbands, plus seasonal photo booths. Each one is taught by a working Austin artist and built so you leave with a finished piece.
Are the workshops good for beginners?
Yes. No experience needed. The workshops are built for first-timers and taught step by step.
How often are there workshops?
Two workshops a month to start, plus the weekly Stitch & Bitch open studio on Tuesdays. Every date goes on the calendar on this site.
Can I book a private workshop for a group?
Yes. Birthdays, bachelorettes, team days and friend groups can book any workshop as a private session. Send us your date and headcount.
Just show up.
Tuesdays 6 to 9pm, open studio. Come late, leave early. Work on something, or don't.