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Utah Arts & Museums provides Folk Art Workshops each month at the Chase Home Museum.

What are these Folk Art Workshops?

A qualified, local teaching artist will lead a monthly Folk Art Workshop to create, design, or make a folk art craft. Subsidized by the Utah Division of Arts & Museums (UA&M), these workshops aim to share traditional arts and lifeways of Utah's cultural communities. This subsidized series provides Utahns with the interactive opportunity to learn about a wide array of visual folk arts through a hands-on experience. See photos from past workshops in our gallery.

Learn more about the UA&M Folk Arts Program or Chase Home Museum below. 

Folk Arts Program
Chase Home Museum

HOW CAN I PARTICIPATE IN A WORKSHOP?

Registration will open approximately two weeks before a scheduled workshop. Space is limited. Sign up before we fill up!

These workshop events are intended for ages 6 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. There is a nominal $10 registration fee per attendee to cover the cost of materials. No experience necessary. Just bring your excitement and appreciation for the arts!

Register and learn more about each workshop below.

An elderly man tends a bonsai; three potted bonsai trees and the text “BONSAI WITH KEN YAMANE.”

Bonsai

KEN YAMANE

Saturday, July 11 at 2 p.m.
(120 minutes)

Shape and style a living miniature Juniper tree.

Join artist Ken Yamane to learn the art of bonsai, the traditional Japanese practice of growing aesthetically styled trees in containers. This workshop offers a hands-on exploration into cultivating realistic representations of nature in miniature form. Ken will introduce fundamental wiring, potting, and pruning techniques as you shape a live Juniper into the classic Moyogi (informal upright) style — a form characterized by graceful, naturally winding curves that taper gently toward the top.

Derived from ancient Chinese horticultural practices and later refined by Japanese Zen Buddhism, the art of bonsai symbolizes harmony, balance, and a deep connection to time and nature. Participants will leave this workshop with their own living tree to cultivate and care for at home.

Ken Yamane’s connection to bonsai dates back to his childhood, though he didn’t actively pursue the art form until a fellow Air Force member asked him to care for a tree. Supported by a UA&M grant, Ken later studied under Shig Miya, a direct student of the revered U.S. Bonsai Master John Naka. As a longtime Living Traditions participant, Ken has spent decades sharing his craft at regional temples, community centers, and festivals, serving as a vital cultural link to ensure the lineage of bonsai flourishes in Utah.

This workshop is best for ages 12 and up. Children must be accommodated by a registered adult. 
 
Please note: this event will be limited to 10 participants. 
 
Please check in within 15 minutes of the start time. At that point, we may make any unoccupied seats available to another interested participant. We would love to accommodate as many people as possible at these workshops. However, our physical space is limited. Thank you for understanding. 
 
If you are on the waitlist or would like to standby on the day of the event, please arrive at the start time and we will try our best to accommodate you.
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FOLK ART WORKSHOPS GALLERY

This monthly workshop series provides opportunities to learn about the cultural communities throughout our state. Recognizing the popularity of these workshops, we encourage interested participants to register quickly due to limited capacity. We also invite you to explore our workshops virtually through the gallery below. 

A woman playfully adjusts a colorful flower crown on a smiling man's head. Both wear flower crowns. A vibrant, embroidered wall hanging is in the background.
Two excited workshop participants adorning their finished leis.
An elderly person with gray hair, in a blue shirt and apron, is focused on painting Chinese characters with a brush on newspaper. The setting is calm and creative.
A workshop participant practicing ink brush painting on scrap paper.
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A woman with glasses carefully paints a paper lantern with a tree design at a workshop. Another person looks on; the setting is calm and creative.
An artist demonstrates ink wash painting techniques, gesturing toward a painting of cherry blossoms on a large sheet. The scene conveys focus and creativity.
Artist Joon Bae working with workshop participants.
An elderly person paints a delicate branch with red blossoms using a brush on paper, set against newspapers on a table. The scene feels calm and focused.
A group of eight smiling people holds decorated paper lanterns indoors. Behind them, “Know Your Folk” is written on the wall. The mood is joyful and creative.
A group of older women engage in a craft workshop, painting paper lanterns with floral designs. They appear focused and content, enjoying the creative activity.
Workshop participants practicing ink brush painting on scrap paper.
Two white paper lanterns hang indoors, featuring painted blossoms — yellow on the left and red on the right — creating an artistic, serene vibe.
Boxes filled with assorted dried flowers and plants in varied colors, creating a rustic and earthy ambiance. Each box showcases distinct textures.
Various objects used to make fairy furniture and creations.
A person in a green sweater holds a small handcrafted diorama featuring tiny decorations and moss. They work alongside another person in plaid.
A young girl adds finishing touches on her fairy creation.
A group crafts together at a cluttered table, using a glue gun and materials like twigs and beads, creating a scene of focused creativity and teamwork.
Workshop participants creating fairy furniture and crafts using found objects.
A smiling man, wearing glasses and a cap, holds a small, handmade fairy house made of twigs and moss. A woman beside him crafts at a table with art supplies.
A workshop participant showing off his fairy creation.
A person crafting with dried leaves and flowers, creating intricate natural art on a table with scattered materials. A calm, creative atmosphere prevails.
A workshop participant creating her own fairy furniture using found objects.
Art workshop in a cozy room viewed through an open door. Participants seated around tables engaged in creative activities. Door signs: "Folk Art Workshop," "Photography Notice." Warm ambiance.
Peering into the Fairy Furniture workshop at the Chase Home Museum.
A group of people in a cozy room examine an intricate miniature castle display. The mood is curious and engaged, with soft lighting and artwork in the background.
Workshop participants admiring a fairy house created by Debbie & Mike Schramer.
A woman in a striped shirt demonstrates the techniques of weaving a dreamcatcher in an art gallery. Framed orange abstract art hangs in a grid on the wall behind her.
Teaching artist Amy Riggs demonstrating techniques for crafting a dreamcatcher.
A woman in a striped shirt demonstrates a craft to a seated audience in an art gallery. Framed abstract art pieces with orange elements adorn the wall.
Teaching artist Amy Riggs demonstrating techniques for crafting a dreamcatcher.
A woman in a striped shirt demonstrates the techniques of weaving a dreamcatcher in an art gallery. Framed orange abstract art hangs in a grid on the wall behind her.
Teaching artist Amy Riggs demonstrating techniques for crafting a dreamcatcher.
Miniature woodland scene featuring a rustic shelf with tiny bottles and items, surrounded by moss and natural textures, conveying a whimsical, enchanted feel.
Close-up of a fairy house created by Debbie & Mike Schramer.
Close-up of a whimsical fairy house made from natural materials like wood and moss. Shelves hold tiny crafted items. The scene feels magical and inviting.
Close-up of a fairy house created by Debbie & Mike Schramer.
A man in a cap and glasses helps a young girl with a craft project at a table covered with an orange cloth. Others engage in similar activities in the background.
Two workshop participants working together on their dreamcatcher.
Three women are seated at a table engaged in crafting activities. The woman in front holds strings intently, while two others focus on their project, creating a calm and collaborative atmosphere.
Workshop participants crafting dreamcatchers.
A woman in a striped shirt is demonstrating a craft to a seated audience in an art gallery. The walls display framed abstract orange artworks. The atmosphere is educational and engaged.
Teaching artist Amy Riggs demonstrating techniques for crafting a dreamcatcher.
A group of women engaged in a crafting activity at a table, surrounded by colorful papers and materials. The mood is collaborative and focused.
Artist Rupali Munot demonstrates henna techniques to workshop participants.
A person leans over a table, drawing intricate designs on pink paper, surrounded by art materials. The mood is focused and creative.
A workshop participant practices henna designs on paper.
A person wearing glasses and large earrings is applying intricate henna designs on their arm using a black applicator. Open books with design samples are on the table. The atmosphere is focused and creative.
A workshop participant applies henna to her arm.
A person applies intricate henna designs to another person's palm using a cone applicator. The scene is warm and focused, with a blue cloth underneath, conveying a sense of tradition and artistry.
Artist Rupali Munot applies henna to a participant’s arm.
A group of 10 women stand in a line, smiling and showing intricate henna designs on their hands. They are outdoors on a sunny day, conveying happiness.
Workshop participants show off their henna designs at the Chase Home Museum.
A group of people stand in a circle, showcasing intricate henna designs on their hands. The mood is festive, with diverse outfits visible.
Workshop participants show off their henna designs on the Chase Home Museum porch.
A woman in a black embroidered dress smiles warmly while applying intricate henna designs on another woman’s forearm. The scene conveys creativity and joy.
Artist Rupali Munot applies henna to a participant’s arm.
A woman smiles warmly while applying intricate henna designs to another person's forearm. The setting is indoors with wooden floors, creating a cozy vibe.
Artist Rupali Munot applies henna to a participant’s arm.
Two smiling individuals wearing flower crowns sit closely. One wears a light blue shirt, the other a black shirt. The setting is a lively gathering.
Two excited workshop participants adorning their finished leis.
A group of eight people stand smiling on a porch, wearing vibrant flower crowns. The mood is joyful and relaxed, with a warm, sunny-day ambiance.
Lei workshop participants in front of the Chase Home Museum.
A floral wreath in progress lies on a black table with scattered stems. Next to it are sunglasses and a phone, conveying a creative atmosphere.
A finished lei sits on the table.
A group of five people, four women with flower crowns and a man wearing a necklace, smile warmly in a room, exuding joy and camaraderie.
Teaching artist Kumu Pomokai with workshop participants and their leis.
Two women smile while displaying colorful, decorated skulls at a craft table. The scene is lively, with others engaged in similar activities.
Workshop participants showing off their sugar skulls.
Sugar skull with intricate black designs, including a cross, on a colorful floral paper plate. The tone is festive and vibrant.
A completed sugar skull with intricate black designs.
A person decorates a sugar skull with vibrant colors using a small tool. The scene conveys creativity and cultural celebration.
A workshop participant decorating a sugar skull.
Three people focus intently on crafting sugar skulls at a table adorned with colorful decorations. The scene is vibrant and festive, capturing a sense of community.
Teaching artist Noemi Hernandez-Balcazar teaches workshop participants how to make sugar skulls from scratch.
A woman passionately speaks at a craft workshop, decorating a vibrant table with colorful paper. Bright paper skulls and a screen display add cultural flair.
Teaching artist Noemi Hernandez-Balcazar teaches a sugar skull workshop at Chase Home Museum.
People participate in a craft activity, decorating sugar skull models with colorful icing, conveying a creative and focused atmosphere.
Workshop participants decorating their sugar skulls with icing.
Vibrant paper flowers in orange, pink, and yellow are spread across a table. In the background, an elderly person sits, creating a warm, creative atmosphere.
Mexican paper flowers on a table.
Colorful paper flowers in pink, purple, and orange rest on a ledge, set against a beige wall with partial text. The scene is vibrant and artistic.
Mexican paper flowers on the mantel.
Hands carefully crafting a vibrant tissue paper flower with bright pink and green petals, conveying creativity and focus in a colorful setting.
A workshop participant secures the bottom of her paper flowers.
An elderly person crafts a vibrant, colorful paper flower with orange, purple, and yellow petals. Blue scissors lie on a white table, creating a creative, serene mood.
A workshop participant fluffs petals on her paper flower craft.
A group of people, seated around tables in an art room, craft colorful paper decorations. The atmosphere is focused and collaborative.
Teaching artist Frances Rogers Martinez teaches workshop participants how to create their petals in her paper flower workshop.
A woman playfully adjusts a colorful flower crown on a smiling man's head. Both wear flower crowns. A vibrant, embroidered wall hanging is in the background.
An elderly person with gray hair, in a blue shirt and apron, is focused on painting Chinese characters with a brush on newspaper. The setting is calm and creative.
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A woman with glasses carefully paints a paper lantern with a tree design at a workshop. Another person looks on; the setting is calm and creative.
An artist demonstrates ink wash painting techniques, gesturing toward a painting of cherry blossoms on a large sheet. The scene conveys focus and creativity.
Artist Joon Bae working with workshop participants.
An elderly person paints a delicate branch with red blossoms using a brush on paper, set against newspapers on a table. The scene feels calm and focused.
A group of eight smiling people holds decorated paper lanterns indoors. Behind them, “Know Your Folk” is written on the wall. The mood is joyful and creative.
A group of older women engage in a craft workshop, painting paper lanterns with floral designs. They appear focused and content, enjoying the creative activity.
Workshop participants practicing ink brush painting on scrap paper.
Two white paper lanterns hang indoors, featuring painted blossoms — yellow on the left and red on the right — creating an artistic, serene vibe.
Boxes filled with assorted dried flowers and plants in varied colors, creating a rustic and earthy ambiance. Each box showcases distinct textures.
A person in a green sweater holds a small handcrafted diorama featuring tiny decorations and moss. They work alongside another person in plaid.
A group crafts together at a cluttered table, using a glue gun and materials like twigs and beads, creating a scene of focused creativity and teamwork.
A smiling man, wearing glasses and a cap, holds a small, handmade fairy house made of twigs and moss. A woman beside him crafts at a table with art supplies.
A person crafting with dried leaves and flowers, creating intricate natural art on a table with scattered materials. A calm, creative atmosphere prevails.
Art workshop in a cozy room viewed through an open door. Participants seated around tables engaged in creative activities. Door signs: "Folk Art Workshop," "Photography Notice." Warm ambiance.
A group of people in a cozy room examine an intricate miniature castle display. The mood is curious and engaged, with soft lighting and artwork in the background.
A woman in a striped shirt demonstrates the techniques of weaving a dreamcatcher in an art gallery. Framed orange abstract art hangs in a grid on the wall behind her.
A woman in a striped shirt demonstrates a craft to a seated audience in an art gallery. Framed abstract art pieces with orange elements adorn the wall.
A woman in a striped shirt demonstrates the techniques of weaving a dreamcatcher in an art gallery. Framed orange abstract art hangs in a grid on the wall behind her.
Miniature woodland scene featuring a rustic shelf with tiny bottles and items, surrounded by moss and natural textures, conveying a whimsical, enchanted feel.
Close-up of a whimsical fairy house made from natural materials like wood and moss. Shelves hold tiny crafted items. The scene feels magical and inviting.
A man in a cap and glasses helps a young girl with a craft project at a table covered with an orange cloth. Others engage in similar activities in the background.
Three women are seated at a table engaged in crafting activities. The woman in front holds strings intently, while two others focus on their project, creating a calm and collaborative atmosphere.
A woman in a striped shirt is demonstrating a craft to a seated audience in an art gallery. The walls display framed abstract orange artworks. The atmosphere is educational and engaged.
A group of women engaged in a crafting activity at a table, surrounded by colorful papers and materials. The mood is collaborative and focused.
A person leans over a table, drawing intricate designs on pink paper, surrounded by art materials. The mood is focused and creative.
A person wearing glasses and large earrings is applying intricate henna designs on their arm using a black applicator. Open books with design samples are on the table. The atmosphere is focused and creative.
A person applies intricate henna designs to another person's palm using a cone applicator. The scene is warm and focused, with a blue cloth underneath, conveying a sense of tradition and artistry.
A group of 10 women stand in a line, smiling and showing intricate henna designs on their hands. They are outdoors on a sunny day, conveying happiness.
A group of people stand in a circle, showcasing intricate henna designs on their hands. The mood is festive, with diverse outfits visible.
A woman in a black embroidered dress smiles warmly while applying intricate henna designs on another woman’s forearm. The scene conveys creativity and joy.
A woman smiles warmly while applying intricate henna designs to another person's forearm. The setting is indoors with wooden floors, creating a cozy vibe.
Two smiling individuals wearing flower crowns sit closely. One wears a light blue shirt, the other a black shirt. The setting is a lively gathering.
A group of eight people stand smiling on a porch, wearing vibrant flower crowns. The mood is joyful and relaxed, with a warm, sunny-day ambiance.
A floral wreath in progress lies on a black table with scattered stems. Next to it are sunglasses and a phone, conveying a creative atmosphere.
A group of five people, four women with flower crowns and a man wearing a necklace, smile warmly in a room, exuding joy and camaraderie.
Two women smile while displaying colorful, decorated skulls at a craft table. The scene is lively, with others engaged in similar activities.
Sugar skull with intricate black designs, including a cross, on a colorful floral paper plate. The tone is festive and vibrant.
A person decorates a sugar skull with vibrant colors using a small tool. The scene conveys creativity and cultural celebration.
Three people focus intently on crafting sugar skulls at a table adorned with colorful decorations. The scene is vibrant and festive, capturing a sense of community.
A woman passionately speaks at a craft workshop, decorating a vibrant table with colorful paper. Bright paper skulls and a screen display add cultural flair.
People participate in a craft activity, decorating sugar skull models with colorful icing, conveying a creative and focused atmosphere.
Vibrant paper flowers in orange, pink, and yellow are spread across a table. In the background, an elderly person sits, creating a warm, creative atmosphere.
Colorful paper flowers in pink, purple, and orange rest on a ledge, set against a beige wall with partial text. The scene is vibrant and artistic.
Hands carefully crafting a vibrant tissue paper flower with bright pink and green petals, conveying creativity and focus in a colorful setting.
An elderly person crafts a vibrant, colorful paper flower with orange, purple, and yellow petals. Blue scissors lie on a white table, creating a creative, serene mood.
A group of people, seated around tables in an art room, craft colorful paper decorations. The atmosphere is focused and collaborative.
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