Tapping Into Hidden Narratives: A Painting Workshop

Join painter and storyteller, Drew Riley, as she helps you learn how to tap into parts of yourself that you have hidden from the world and express them through paint. In this workshop we will explore the universal experience of self-moderation, what we cut out of ourselves to fit in or feel safe, how to express our hidden narratives, and how being vulnerable makes our work more compelling and resonant. Participants will be guided in creating a watercolor painting that explores their hidden narrative and are encouraged to share part of their story using their art.

Drew Riley is an award winning, transgender artist based in Austin, TX who uses portraiture and storytelling to explore the complexities of gender. Riley received classical art training from the Gemini School of Visual Arts where she graduated with distinction in 2008. Over the following five years, she honed her skills as a professional…