Stop Scrolling. Start Creating.

A Beginner-Friendly Creative Weekend

September 25-26, 2026
Black Creek Arts Council • Hartsville, SC

Put Down Your Phone
Pick up Your Creativity.

Rediscover the joy of making something with your own hands in a welcoming, beginner-friendly weekend where curiosity matters more than experience.

  • No experience.

  • No pressure.

  • Just creativity.

Start Creating

Remember when you used to make things just because it was fun?

We spend hours scrolling.

  • Watching.

  • Liking.

  • Saving ideas we'll probably never try.

  • Somewhere along the way, many of us stopped making things.

  • This weekend is your invitation to slow down, laugh, experiment, and remember how good it feels to create.

  • Whether you've never picked up a paintbrush or haven't made art since high school, you'll fit right in.

Join the Weekend

TWO DAYS. ONE CREATIVE RESET.

Choose Your Creative Adventure

Beginner-friendly workshops. Pick the experiences that sound like you—or try something completely new.

  • Pick up a brush, play with color, and discover that painting doesn't have to be intimidating.

  • Play with clay, explore texture and form, and create something with your own two hands, no kiln required.

  • Layer, print, experiment, and embrace the unexpected as you create one-of-a-kind prints.

    About Timi:
    Timi Bronson is a mixed-media artist with a love of quilting, watercolor, and creative printmaking. She enjoys experimenting with color, texture, and everyday materials - and especially enjoys helping beginners discover that art can be playful, approachable, and most importantly - FUN!

  • Get your hands messy and discover just how much fun you can have with paper, paste, and a little imagination.

  • That phone already in your hand? Learn how to use it differently and create photographs you'll actually be excited about.

  • Slow down and discover the surprisingly relaxing art of creating beautiful patterns one line at a time.

CREATE. CONNECT. RESET.

Making something is only part of the experience.

Throughout Saturday, we'll pause for short Creative Reset conversations about curiosity, perfectionism, making time for yourself, and giving ourselves permission to create.

Creative Reset Voices

  • You Are More Creative Than You Think
    with Taylor Pederson, Licensed Professional Counselor

    Creativity isn’t just for artists, and you don’t have to consider yourself “creative” to have it.

    In this Creative Reset, Taylor will explore how creativity already shows up in our everyday lives and what can keep us from recognizing or trusting it. Through reflection and conversation, participants will be encouraged to let go of perfection, comparison, and the idea that creativity has to look a certain way.

    This session is an invitation to see creativity differently, quiet the inner critic, and give yourself a little more permission to experiment, play, and create.

  • Creativity as Self-Care

    with Jamie Martell, MA, CYT 500

    Creativity can be more than making something; it can also be a way to slow down, reconnect, and take care of yourself.

    In this Creative Reset, Jamie will explore how simple creative practices can support rest, reflection, and emotional well-being. Participants will be encouraged to think about creativity as a tool for creating space in their lives, reducing stress, and reconnecting with themselves in meaningful, manageable ways.

  • Stop Scrolling. Start Creating.
    with Casey Gainey
    This final Creative Reset is a chance to reflect on the weekend and think about what comes next. Through guided reflection and open conversation, Casey will help participants identify the moments, ideas, and creative practices they want to carry forward, as well as the obstacles that can make it hard to maintain creativity in everyday life.

    Together, the group will explore simple, manageable ways to keep creativity present without turning it into another item on the to-do list. Participants will have time to ask questions, share thoughts, and leave with practical ideas for continuing their creative practice long after the weekend ends.

    About Casey:
    Casey Gainey is an artist, educator, and creative guide who loves helping others reconnect with their creativity. She believes creativity is for everyone and enjoys creating welcoming spaces where people can explore, make, and grow. Through art, mindfulness, and hands-on workshops, Casey encourages others to embrace curiosity and the joy of creating.

YOUR SATURDAY INCLUDES

Hands-on workshops • All supplies • Creative Reset conversations • Coffee + morning snacks • Boxed lunch • Refreshments •
Creative lounge • Take-home creations

Saturday Only — $129

SPEND SATURDAY CREATING

Friday Night Only — $49

JOIN US FRIDAY NIGHT

Friday Night Creative Kickoff

September 25 • 6–9 PM

Start the weekend with a night that's part creative happy hour, part community gathering, and definitely not your typical Friday night.

Come ready to mingle, make something, laugh, and maybe even surprise yourself.

Friday night includes:

  • Live music with Jim Money

  • Open mic

  • Spoken word

  • Comedy + surprises

  • Creative make-and-takes waiting on the tables

  • Our collaborative community art project

  • Build-your-own spritz bar — cocktails & mocktails

  • Grazing bites + sweet treats

  • Plenty of time to connect, create, and just have fun

No artistic ability required. You don't even have to know what you want to make.

Just show up. We'll take it from there.

SATURDAY: YOUR
CREATIVE PLAYGROUND

September 26 • 9 AM–4 PM

One full day to try things you've always wanted to try—and maybe a few things you've never considered.

Choose from hands-on, beginner-friendly workshops led by artists who know how to make trying something new feel fun instead of intimidating.

No experience necessary. All supplies included.

How Your Creative Day Unfolds

Coming Soon: Full Schedule

  • Absolutely! In fact, this weekend was designed with beginners in mind. You don't need artistic talent or experience, just curiosity and a willingness to try something new. Our instructors are there to encourage, not critique, and you'll be surrounded by people who are learning right alongside you.

  • Not at all! We expect many participants to come on their own. The weekend is intentionally designed to help people connect through shared creative experiences, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to meet new people in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

  • Wear comfortable clothes that you can move and create in. While we do our best to keep projects tidy, we recommend wearing something you wouldn't mind getting a little paint or clay on. Comfortable shoes are encouraged, you'll be moving between creative experiences throughout the day.

  • Just yourself! Supplies are included with your registration, along with lunch, coffee, and light refreshments. If there's anything specific you'll need for a particular creative experience, we'll let you know before the event.

  • Yes! You'll select from several beginner-friendly creative experiences offered throughout the day. We'll share the full lineup before the event so you can decide what interests you most. Registration for individual experiences may be requested in advance to help us prepare materials.

  • You're exactly who we created this weekend for.

    One of the biggest goals of Stop Scrolling. Start Creating. is helping people rediscover creativity they may have forgotten they had. This isn't about creating perfect art, it's about enjoying the process, trying something new, and having fun

  • Yes! You'll leave with several handmade projects, new creative skills, and hopefully a hobby you'll want to continue long after the weekend is over. You'll also receive resources and ideas to help keep your creativity going at home.

  • Yes! Saturday registration includes a boxed lunch, coffee, light breakfast snacks, and refreshments throughout the day, so you can relax and focus on creating.

  • That's the fun part! Every option is designed for beginners, so there's no wrong choice. Pick what sparks your curiosity, you might even discover a creative hobby you never expected to love.

  • Don't worry! This weekend isn't about perfection, it's about exploration. Some projects you'll complete, while others may simply introduce you to a new hobby. The goal is to leave inspired, not stressed.

  • No problem, email or call us, learn@blackcreekarts.org or 843-332-6234.

Count Me In!!

You Might Be Wondering...

Not because everyone paints.

Not because everyone draws.

Because creativity belongs to everyone.

That's why we created

Stop Scrolling. Start Creating.

A weekend where perfection doesn't matter.

Curiosity does.

We can't wait to create with you!

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What We Believe

Everybody is an Artist.