Ilan-Lael Fall Creative Art Workshops
While crowds head to Julian for pumpkin patches and apple picking, San Diego’s true backcountry gem lies just down the road in Santa Ysabel. Visitors can tap into their creativity with art workshops led by local artists at the Ilan-Lael Foundation, the nationally recognized historic home and studio of the late artist James Hubbell.
Ilan-Lael’s workshops offer a rare and immersive opportunity to work side-by-side with skilled instructors dedicated to preserving James Hubbell’s creative spirit and artistic philosophy. These hands-on, interactive sessions invite participants of all skill levels to experiment, create and master new techniques. Guided by expert artists, attendees gain direct insight into traditional craft techniques while drawing inspiration from unique historical property.
Featured workshop and studio days include:
Custom Wooden Coaster Making with Willy Nicholas on November 14
This beginner-friendly woodworking workshop introduces participants to the process of designing and creating their own handcrafted wooden coasters. Students will begin by brainstorming and sketching their coaster designs before learning shop safety, bandsaw and jigsaw operation, edge shaping techniques, routing, and sanding. Participants will cut one of their own coaster designs on the bandsaw before learning how to refine their pieces using hand tools, a trim router, or router table to create rounded or chamfered edges.
Stained Glass Open Studio on November 20
Offered every third Friday of the month from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Classes are formatted in a 3-hour open studio style, open to all skill levels. Develop your own projects at your own pace with instructor support. The next three months are open for registration.
Metal Forging Open Studio and Ceramics Open Studio on November 21
This ongoing studio day is offered every 3rd Saturday of each month from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. During studio time, participants craft their own wall hooks in this workshop with Studio Artist, Ben Gadbois. To learn more, visit https://ilanlaelfoundation.org
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