Luminaries
Sawtooth Luminaries, our annual workshop series, offers an unparalleled long weekend filled with in-depth instruction, communal bonding, and a platform for exchanging ideas and igniting inspiration.
Immersive, intensive workshops
Workshops led by innovative leaders in contemporary art and craft deliver an enriching experience for those seeking to take their practice to the next level. Programming is designed to offer a balanced experience, with structured studio time in Sawtooth’s landmark downtown facilities, communal lunch offerings, and evening events that explore Winston’s reputation as the City of Arts and Innovation.
Luminaries will return from October 2–4, 2026. Sign up for our newsletter for the latest updates.
From Scraps to -Scapes: Painted Paper Collage
Kristi Colbert
Fri. - Sun., 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Oct 2, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026
Sawtooth School for Visual Art
$485.00
Painted Floorcloth: Painting a Story
Kathy Cooper
Fri. - Sun., 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Oct 2, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026
Sawtooth School for Visual Art
$485.00
From Wheel to Table: Altered Form
Jennifer Mecca
Fri. - Sun., 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Oct 2, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026
Sawtooth School for Visual Art
$485.00
Starry Night Layered Framed Hinged Pendant
Renee Ford
Fri. - Sun., 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Oct 2, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026
Sawtooth School for Visual Art
$485.00
Build, Weave, Take a Seat!
Christina Boy
Fri. - Sun., 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Oct 2, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026
Sawtooth School for Visual Art
$485.00
Think in Layers: Possibilities in Screenprint
Jennaway Pearson
Fri. - Sun., 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Oct 2, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026
Sawtooth School for Visual Art
$485.00
Sample Daily Schedule
Thursday, Oct 1
- 5:00 – 7:00 pm: Welcome reception at Broad Branch Distillery (756 Trade St NW)
Friday, Oct 2
- 9:00 – 9:30 am: Morning mingle
- 9:30 am – 12:30 pm: Workshop/Studio time
- 12:30 – 1:30 pm: Lunch Break & Artist Presentations
- 1:30 – 3:30 pm: Workshop/Studio time
- 3:30 – 3:45 pm: Optional break time
- 3:45 – 5:30 pm: Workshop/Studio time
- 6:00 – 7:00 pm: Enjoy a private tour of Piedmont Craftsmen or explore Downtown Winston-Salem.
Saturday, Oct 3
- 9:00 – 9:30 am: Morning mingle
- 9:30 am – 12:30 pm: Workshop/Studio time
- 12:30 – 1:30 pm: Lunch Break & Artist Presentations
- 1:30 – 3:30 pm: Workshop/Studio time
- 3:30 – 3:45 pm: Optional break time
- 3:45 – 5:30 pm: Workshop/Studio time
- 6:00 – 7:00 pm: Suggested evening event: Private Tour of Wake Forest University’s Art Collection
Sunday, oct 4
- 9:00 – 9:30 am: Morning mingle
- 9:30 am – 12:30 pm: Workshop/Studio time
- 12:30 – 1:30 pm: Lunch
- 1:30 – 3:30 pm: Workshop/Studio time
- 4:30 – 5:30 pm: Show + Share! Come together and share what you’ve been working on
- *All studios need to be cleared by 5:30pm
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Your donation helps fund scholarships, expand programming, and keep our studios open to everyone. Every gift keeps creativity alive in Winston-Salem.