Workshops & Events
Check out the calendar for our upcoming workshops and events, then RSVP to join the fun! We offer a mix of creative experiences for middle and high schoolers at every skill level — no experience needed, just curiosity.
And with pay-what-you-want pricing (yes, $0 counts!), creativity is always accessible. Pick an event, sign up and let’s make something together!
Make a Mess with Misty Friday July 17th
Let loose and embrace the chaos of making a big ole’ mess. Discover new mark making through play, chance, and breaking the rules. Misty will show you the set-up of a triptych (three panels) artwork and then it’s time to mess it up! Wear or bring clothes you don’t mind getting messy.
- Friday, July 17 2026
- 6-8 PM at Misty’s Studio in South City St. Louis
- For LGBTQIA+ Middle & High Schoolers
- Pay What You Want ($0-$20)
Meet the Artist: Misty
Hi, I’m Misty (they/them) I’m a local interdisciplinary visual artist. Meaning… Artist as-mischief maker, wonder seeker, pleasure activist, community builder, and facilitator of play and connection. I make objects to sell (sometimes), participatory sculpture (I make a thing and that drives conversation or curiosity, but it’s usually not a sellable object), or I simply use my own actions (riding a bike indoors) as a way to question/challenge/quallenge! rules, ideas, and other social concepts/ structures/etc #rebel.
You can follow Misty on Instagram or check out their artist website.
POSSIBILITIES For Queer Youth Information Session Saturday July 18th
Whether you’re a parent, teen, or community member, we’d love for you to join us to learn more about our new program, POSSIBILITIES for Queer Youth.
Starting June 1st through mid-August we’re accepting applications for our POSSIBILITIES Advocate positions. Learn more about the position here, and sign up to have your questions answered at our Zoom Info Session.
POSSIBILITIES For Queer Youth Information Session Saturday August 1st
Whether you’re a parent, teen, or community member, we’d love for you to join us to learn more about our new program, POSSIBILITIES for Queer Youth.
Starting June 1st through mid-August we’re accepting applications for our POSSIBILITIES Advocate positions. Learn more about the position here, and sign up to have your questions answered at our Zoom Info Session.
POSSIBILITIES For Queer Youth Information Session Saturday August 8th
Whether you’re a parent, teen, or community member, we’d love for you to join us to learn more about our new program, POSSIBILITIES for Queer Youth.
Starting June 1st through mid-August we’re accepting applications for our POSSIBILITIES Advocate positions. Learn more about the position here, and sign up to have your questions answered at our Zoom Info Session.
Insect Art With Arlo & Maya Friday August 7th
Join us for a fun Insect-Focused Art Workshop facilitated by two Proud Art Teens, Arlo & Maya! You can choose to participate in either Maya’s group, or Arlo’s.
Diversity is natural, and can be seen everywhere, but insects specifically are the most biodiverse animal group on the planet. With Maya, we’ll combine the technical and artistic skills that are used to display insects, making pieces unique by both biology and creativity.
Maya has worked with native and tropical insects throughout high school, both scientifically and incorporating them into art. They’re studying in college to become an entomologist and have been a Proud Art participant for the last year.
With Arlo, you’ll create cute felt buggies! Come hang out and learn about different bugs and how to use textiles to create your own.
Arlo Schoenfeld (he/him) is a queer youth artist that has been with PASTL for over three years now! He’s led multiple workshops including sticker making, sticker murals, plush making, and more. His main art focuses are drawing and sewing, but he’s well-versed in many art forms.
Back to School Button Bash with Lindsay Friday August 21st
Back to School Button Makin’ is the perfect place to create some rad, handmade accessories to accompany you back to your place of learning this fall! See a button design process from start-to-finish with tips to make a crisp, readable design. Make your own buttons by drawing, collaging, or collaborating and then give them a good crunch in an available button-maker (it’s super satisfying!)
Meet the Artist
Lindsay Hornsby grew up in Paducah, KY, renowned as the Quilt Capital of the World. She holds an M.F.A and B.F.A. in Sequential Art from the Savannah College of Art and Design, along with a minor in Creative Writing. She’s had work published in multiple anthologies and small press comics, and also has done illustrations for many books for the indie tabletop RPG company Hex Games. She lives in St. Louis with her husband, kiddo, and a pile of pets.
Her current comic, Princess Pups, is an all-ages comic about puppies having fun and adventures! You can read it online at princesspupscomic.com
See stacks of her work at lindsayhornsby.com
Sgraffito Tiles with Lu Friday September 4th
Come back for more info soon!
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