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West Marin Impressions

Connect the Dots Art Studio is excited to partner with Black Mountain Ranch to present an Natural Egg Dyeing Workshop at Black Mountain Ranch

Saturday, April 25 | 1–3:30 PM

Location: Black Mountain Ranch
14000 Pt. Reyes–Petaluma Rd, Point Reyes Station, CA

Step into the beauty of West Marin for a creative afternoon at Black Mountain Ranch. Join the artists/educators from Connect the Dots Art Studio for a hands-on workshop exploring natural egg dyeing using plants and kitchen ingredients. Create beautiful robin’s-egg blues and warm cinnamon tones while learning plant-based stencil techniques.

Participants will also sketch local West Marin plants to create custom labels for their take-home egg jars.

Your experience includes:
• Natural egg dyeing workshop (all supplies included)
• Guided ranch walk with scenic views
• Visit with sheep and alpacas
• Tour of the three-story barn and Wool Studio
• Light farm-to-table charcuterie

Cost: $95 Adults | $25 Children (plus processing fees)

Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
No pets (working ranch).
Spots are limited—advance registration required.

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Wild Impressions

Image above: Cyanotype by Anna Rochester

Cyantotype Workshop with artists Anna Rochester and Modesto Tamez

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Meadow as Muse Event

Saturday, May 16 from Noon – 2 pm Gualala Arts Center

Free • Space is limited RSVP required by May 9

Step into a hands-on, sun-powered art experience with Connect the Dots Art Studio at Gualala Arts. In this engaging cyanotype workshop, participants will experiment with light, natural materials, and design to create striking blue prints using an early photographic process that blends art, science, and a touch of magic.

Inspired by Meadow as Muse, the workshop encourages close observation of nature while exploring creativity, curiosity, and environmental awareness. Participants will be guided through a playful, accessible process and leave with their own unique artwork. (An alternate activity will be offered if weather requires.)

Space and materials are limited—RSVP by May 9 to reserve your spot.

Spots are limited—advance registration required.

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Past Events

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Collaborative Works 2026

Paintings and Textiles by Anna Rochester and Barbara Libby-Steinmann

This is a free public event. RSVP is encouraged.

Exhibition Dates: February 17 – March 22
Opening Reception: February 28, 5–8 pm
Live music by Rojo. Refreshments will be served.

Location
Usher Gallery
1 Petaluma Blvd N
Petaluma, CA 94952

For more information: info@ushergallerypetaluma.com, 707-789-7886

Event description

Working simultaneously on each piece, Rochester and Libby-Steinmann bring their individual practices into an active shared dialogue. Inspired by the natural landscapes of Marin and Sonoma Counties, the work reflects a deep sense of place, movement, and connection. The exhibition includes both large-scale and intimate works that emerge from a process rooted in responsiveness, trust, and collaboration.

Anna Rochester and Barbara Libby-Steinmann are co-directors of Connect the Dots Art Studio (CTD), a Marin-based arts nonprofit dedicated to building community through installations, workshops, and creative experiences.

 

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Peace Festival presents Connect the Dots -A Community Art Project

Free! Tue, Sep 16, 6:30pm – 9pm PDT

San Geronimo Valley Community Center
San Geronimo CA, United States

Event description

Barbara Libby-Steinmann and Anna Rochester of Connect the Dots Art Studio, present this fun and free hands-on weaving project designed for all ages. The end result will be a Peace Tapestry on display in Community Center Courtyard. Previous weaving experience is not required and younger hands accompanied by an adult are welcome. Materials included. This project is free. All are welcome. Registration required. There will be an unveiling celebration on September 21st from 2-5pm.

 

Student-Made Upcycled Tapestry at Marin Art & Garden Center!

On view: Sept. 11–26, 2025

Special Feature: Edible Garden Fundraising Event – Sun. Sept. 14 Marin Art & Garden Center, Kentfield, CA

This September, see how creativity meets sustainability! 

Marin Art and Garden Center and Connect the Dots Art Studio present an upcycled tapestry made by Bacich School elementary students under the guidance of art teacher Barbara Libby. Using discarded CDs and colorful yarn, students created 407 shimmering woven pieces—a joyful work of art born from everyday waste.

Don’t miss this inspiring display of young talent, community spirit, and creative reuse!

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Collaborative Upcycled Weaving, Multiple Dates in March 2025

Free! Drop-in on the following dates:

Fridays, March 14, 21, 28, 3:00–4 pm
Saturdays, March  22, 29, 2:30–4 pm
Saturday March 15, 11:00 am-12:30 PM
Sundays, March 2, 16, 23, 30 2:30–4 pm

This activity is presented as part of the Collaborative Works exhibition in The Studio Gallery at Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. Ross, CA 94957

Connect the Dots Art Studio, Marin County’s latest arts-based nonprofit,  presents this fun and free hands-on weaving project designed for all ages. Previous weaving experience is not required and younger hands accompanied by an adult are welcome. Stop in throughout the month of March to add your creative flare to the project. Materials included. This project is free. All are welcome. RSVP Encouraged! 

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An afternoon in The Studio Gallery with artist Barbara Libby-Steinmann

Free! Satruday March 15, 2025

  • Suminagashi 1-1:30 pm: Try your hand at this swirly easy-going activity to create decorative papers using Suminagashi. This is a free multi-aged mini workshop. Materials included. RSVP Encouraged!
  • Artist Talk, Q/A and Demo 2:30 – 3:00 pm: Enjoy a tour through the gallery exhibits with the artist. Ask questions and watch live artist demos!

These activity are presented as part of the Collaborative Works exhibition in The Studio Gallery at Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. Ross, CA 94957

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An afternoon in The Studio Gallery with artist Anna Rochester

Free! Sunday March 23, 2025

  • Mixed-Media 1-2:30 pm:Walk through the garden settings, gather your thoughts and make some mixed media art inspired by the beauty of gardens. This is a free multi-aged mini workshop. Materials included. RSVP Encouraged!
  • Artist Talk, Q/A and Demo 2:30 – 3:00 pm: Enjoy a tour through the gallery exhibits with the artist. Ask questions and watch live artist demos!

These activity are presented as part of the Collaborative Works exhibition in The Studio Gallery at Marin Art and Garden Center, 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. Ross, CA 94957

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Closing Reception & Collaborative Weaving Revealed

Free! Sunday, March 30, 2025 2:30 – 4 pm

Alas it’s time to  say goodbye to the fanfare and fun we all created during this time at The Studio Gallery. Connect the Dots Art Studio, Barbara Libby-Steinmann and Anna Rochester thank you all for joining in. We offer extended kindness to the Cynthia Pepper & Val Hornstein Family for allowing us to exhibit Cynthia Peppers botanical watercolor paintings. We hope some inspiration has passed along and you will come back to the Marin Art and Garden Center soon. Please follow Connect the Dots Art Studio online for our next show, classes and hands-on art making fun. Auction closes!



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Botanical Cyanotype ©️ Anna Rochester 2024

Community members mingling and enjoying the Botanical Series Art Exhibit event by Barbara Libby-Steinmann in August 2023 at the San Geronimo Valley Cultural Center.

It was so much fun, we had a wonderful time. We will look forward to your next event and seeing you soon. It’s such a well needed outlet to have art to unwind and create within.

Blessings

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