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The Creative Well Arts Foundation Non Profit
Located in the ViBe Creative District ⚡️

A little time to pause, put pen to paper, and reconnect with yourself. The Writer’s Block is back at The Creative Well A...
10/09/2026

A little time to pause, put pen to paper, and reconnect with yourself. The Writer’s Block is back at The Creative Well Arts Foundation! Join us for an intimate, intentional, and interactive journaling workshop led by Valeria L. Palmertree, where creative expression meets reflection.

Whether journaling is part of your daily routine or it’s been years since you last filled a page, this gathering is an invitation to slow down, explore your thoughts, and find inspiration through the simple act of writing. No rules, no expectations, and no need to be a “writer.” Just a welcoming space to show up on the page and get unstuck. Each session includes a brief introduction to a writing craft element, guided prompts, and time to write, reflect, and share at your own pace.

📖 Upcoming Sessions:
October 16 & December 18
10:30 AM–12 PM

Directly following CreativeMornings VB! Writing supplies, water, and tea are provided. Just bring yourself and an open mind.

Register through the link in our bio!

The Creative Well Arts Foundation is thrilled to be part of the Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show this weekend! Stop by B...
10/09/2026

The Creative Well Arts Foundation is thrilled to be part of the Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show this weekend! Stop by Booth 2408 (between 24th and 25th Streets) to say hello, get creative, and learn more about our four pillars of operation: Gallery, Community, Studios, and Therapeutic Arts Education.

Make a MIGHTY MINI with us! We’re inviting artists of all ages to create their very own miniature masterpiece on a microcanvas! Art-making is completely FREE. Come enjoy a beautiful weekend celebrating the arts by the sea. We can’t wait to see what you make!

📍 Virginia Beach Boardwalk | Booth 2408
Friday | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Meet our new Studio Artist, Rebecca Cassidy! Rebecca Cassity Find Rebecca THIS WEEKEND at the Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Ar...
10/09/2026

Meet our new Studio Artist, Rebecca Cassidy! Rebecca Cassity

Find Rebecca THIS WEEKEND at the Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show! Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art

📍 Booth 2807 | 28th Street

We’re thrilled to welcome Rebecca to The Creative Well Arts Foundation community! A Virginia Beach-based multidisciplinary artist, Rebecca creates intricate watercolor paintings inspired by the beauty and wonder of the natural world, from tiny garden visitors to treasures found along the shoreline. Her work invites us to slow down, look closer, and rediscover the magic in nature’s details.

Stop by her booth this weekend, explore her beautiful work, and give Rebecca a warm welcome!

Waiting for the Lull- A Solo Exhibition by Tim Criswell Now on view through October 17 in The Garage Gallery at the Crea...
10/08/2026

Waiting for the Lull- A Solo Exhibition by Tim Criswell

Now on view through October 17 in The Garage Gallery at the Creative Well Arts Foundation.

Fredericksburg-based, self-taught oil painter and lifelong surfer Tim Criswell draws from memory and instinct to create atmospheric coastal landscapes and storm-driven skies. His paintings explore the quiet tension between movement and stillness, capturing those fleeting moments when a storm begins to break and light returns to the horizon.

Rather than focusing on precise detail, Criswell’s work invites you to experience the feeling of a place: reflective, rhythmic, moody, and calm.

On View: September 30 – October 17
📍 The Garage Gallery at the Creative Well Arts Foundation
536 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA

Gallery Hours:
Wednesday–Friday: 10 AM–3 PM
Saturday: 9 AM–12 PM
Sunday: 12–3 PM

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Our six-week seasonal art series is officially underway- registration is on a weekly basis! Each Wednesday, we’ll explor...
10/07/2026

Our six-week seasonal art series is officially underway- registration is on a weekly basis! Each Wednesday, we’ll explore art, history, and mixed media, inspired by the season and artists who invite us to see the world differently.

This week, we looked closer through the eyes of Georgia O’Keeffe. 🍁

Join us Wednesdays, 10 AM–12 PM October 7, 14, 21, 28 + November 4 & 11

Link in bio to register.
Our elementary classes span across several grades and ages, providing a space of collaborative learning while building confidence.

🧵🍂 Fall + Holiday Hand-Stitching Classes are OPEN for registration! Join us in the studio this season for a collection o...
10/06/2026

🧵🍂 Fall + Holiday Hand-Stitching Classes are OPEN for registration! Join us in the studio this season for a collection of cozy, creative hand-stitching workshops for both children + adults. Learn simple stitching techniques while creating something personal to take home, display, or gift.

OCTOBER 10 | Mini Monsters — Children’s Class
Learn beginner hand-stitching techniques while designing, stitching + stuffing your very own mini monster stuffy!

OCTOBER 11 | Hand-Stitched Photo Frames
Create a one-of-a-kind stitched frame for your home, office, or to give as a meaningful gift. Personalize your design around the memory it will hold!

DECEMBER 6 | Hand-Stitched Ornament Keepsakes
Come solo, bring a friend, or make it a family creative day! Stitch a keepsake to adorn your own tree for years to come or create a special handmade gift for someone you love.

** No need to be an experienced stitcher- come learn, make + spend a little time creating by hand.

Registration is open now through the link in our bio! Space is intentionally limited to keep our studio experience cozy, hands-on + optimal for learning.

Applications are now open for artists interested in presenting a solo exhibition in the Garage Gallery at The Creative W...
10/06/2026

Applications are now open for artists interested in presenting a solo exhibition in the Garage Gallery at The Creative Well Arts Foundation in 2027 or 2028.

This opportunity is designed specifically for artists who have developed, or are actively developing, a cohesive body of work and are ready to take the next step in presenting that collection professionally.

We’re looking for thoughtful exhibition proposals with a clear artistic vision, strong body of work, and readiness to commit to the process of bringing a solo show to life.
If you’ve been building a collection and want to see your work on gallery walls, we’d love to learn more about it.

Visit the link in our bio → Garage Gallery → Solo Exhibition Proposals to review the opportunity and apply.

Please apply when you feel your work and proposed collection are ready for consideration as a professional solo exhibition.

Applications are now open for artists interested in presenting a solo exhibition in the Garage Gallery at The Creative W...
10/06/2026

Applications are now open for artists interested in presenting a solo exhibition in the Garage Gallery at The Creative Well Arts Foundation in 2027 or 2028.

This opportunity is designed specifically for artists who have developed, or are actively developing, a cohesive body of work and are ready to take the next step in presenting that collection professionally.

We’re looking for thoughtful exhibition proposals with a clear artistic vision, strong body of work, and readiness to commit to the process of bringing a solo show to life. If you’ve been building a collection and want to see your work on gallery walls, we’d love to learn more about it.

Visit the link in our bio → Garage Gallery → Solo Exhibition Proposals to review the opportunity and apply.

Please apply when you feel your work and proposed collection are ready for consideration as a professional solo exhibition.

164 Artists. 492 Original works of art! Across TWO OPENING NIGHTS! 🖼️✨ For the FIRST TIME EVER, The Mighty Minis Exhibit...
10/05/2026

164 Artists. 492 Original works of art! Across TWO OPENING NIGHTS! 🖼️✨ For the FIRST TIME EVER, The Mighty Minis Exhibition is opening the gallery TWICE!

After receiving a record-breaking number of applications, including an incredible number of first-time applicants, we made the exciting decision to expand this year’s exhibition into TWO shows, creating more opportunities for artists to share their work and connect with our community. Each exhibition will feature 82 artists, with an intentional mix of returning Mighty Minis veterans and newcomers!

At its heart, The Mighty Minis Exhibition is about making original art more accessible, creating opportunities for artists, and welcoming new and seasoned collectors into the gallery. Every original 8×8 work is priced at just $125.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! ⬇️

➡️ OPENING NIGHT ONE
November 21 | 6:30 PM
82 Artists | 246 Original Works

➡️ OPENING NIGHT TWO
December 5 | 6:30 PM
82 NEW Artists | 246 NEW Original Works

📍 The Creative Well Arts Foundation
536 Virginia Beach Blvd
ViBe Creative District | Virginia Beach

DON’T MISS BOTH NIGHTS! Each opening features an entirely different collection of artists and artwork, giving you TWO opportunities to discover new favorites, support our creative community, and take home original art. ONE MIGHTY creative community. We cannot wait!

What if reaching for a sketchbook became as natural as reaching for your phone? This fall, we’re inviting you to slow do...
10/05/2026

What if reaching for a sketchbook became as natural as reaching for your phone? This fall, we’re inviting you to slow down and make creativity part of your everyday life.

Over four weeks, we’ll explore observational drawing + watercolor while building a personal sketchbook practice rooted in noticing rather than perfection. We’ll learn foundational techniques, experiment with materials, and discover how small moments of creating can offer an alternative to the constant rhythm of scrolling and consuming.

October 8, 15, 22 + 29
6:30–8:30 PM
A four-week series
No previous art experience necessary.
All materials and sketch book kit provided.

Come build a creative practice you can carry with you long after the class ends.

Registration is open — link in bio.

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536 Virginia Beach Boulevard
Virginia Beach, VA
23451

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Sunday 12pm - 3pm

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