Free Family Art Workshop with Guest Artist Jainson Cedillo

Saturday, August 16, 2025 | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PMLocation: Chesapeake Arts Center – Blue Room & Galleries

Free Admission | All Materials Provided | Registration Required

Join us for a fun and inspiring afternoon of creativity at our Free Family Art Workshop, led by guest artist Jainson Cedillo. This hands-on experience is designed for families and individuals of all ages—no prior art experience needed!

Participants will learn how to draw a self-portrait using the gridding method, a simple and effective technique for creating accurate line drawings from photographs. Once the portraits are sketched, artists will explore their creativity by designing vibrant backgrounds that reflect their personal interests, culture, or family stories using a variety of art materials, including colored pencils, watercolor, markers, and collage.

What to Bring:

This is a portrait-based workshop, so please either:

• Email a portrait photo directly to instructor Jainson Cedillo at so he can print it for you – OR –
• Bring your own black-and-white printed portrait (8.5” x 11”) to the workshop

The workshop will begin with a short talk by Jainson, who will share a selection of portrait work from both celebrated artists and his own collection.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn new skills, connect through art, and celebrate creativity as a community!

PLEASE NOTE-- EACH FAMILY MEMBER NEEDS THEIR OWN TICKET. PARENTS MUST BE PRESENT WITH CHILDREN 14 AND YOUNGER.

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