If you have the desire to draw, this may be the perfect place to start. Keeping an artist journal can be a fun and relaxing way for novices and experienced artists to record the world. Using different mediums, draw things you see (sleeping pets, travel scenes, trees and plants, people, food, architecture, etc.). All you need is a pencil and paper. Basic drawing exercises will get past the fear of the white paper. Adine Rotman is a professional fine artist. She teaches private watercolor lessons …

    The purpose of this Group is to meet others in person and explore what Houston has to offer besides bars and dance clubs. There is so much culture, attractions, activities, restaurants, festivals, fine art events we -- CULTURE VULTURES -- want to venture beyond the Happy Hour zombified event.   WHAT YOU WILL FIND IN OUR CALENDAR: 7 to 10 Events Every week !  -Among them:  Art Galleries Openings, Museums, Theater Plays, Film screenings, Performing Arts, Classical Music performances, Jazz , Bl …

It is in the spirit of discovery that I began teaching. As a nationally and internationally known artist, my personal philosophy embraces the inner journey toward self realization through visual expression. Localio's Experimental & Abstract Painting course is for the intermediate and advanced student of art. The student will experience the authentic environment of the artist's studio, so important for visualizing the achievement of creative goals. I encourage students to think, feel and act as a …

We are group of Systema practitioners here in Houston that meet on Saturday mornings to train in the the Russian Martial Art of Systema. We train under the instruction of Gene Smithson who is in Austin who is certified under Vladamir Vasiliev in Canada who is the chief instructor of Systema under Mikhail Ryabko the founder of the Ryabko Systema. Systema is a great way to stay in shape and learn self defense at the same time.

… Ving Tsun kung fu - The Original Mixed Martial Art Ving Tsun (pronounced 'wing-chun') is a complete system of self-defense which works for everyone regardless of size, strength, gender or athleticism. The goal of Ving Tsun is to teach practical self-defense in the shortest amount of time possible. Its techniques are based on positioning, leverage and simple physics, allowing the student to borrow the opponent's strength and turn it against them. Practitioners of Ving Tsun employ kicks, punches, …

Fused glass and kilnforming are the primary art forms discussed here and classes are offered on a regular basis. If you are interested in learning to fuse glass and don't see a class scheduled that will fit you, please call to schedule your own fused glass class. When someone wants a particular class that I do not have offered, I post it so others may join us. My schedule is flexible, and I am happy to accommodate you. I teach beginning to advanced fused glass class. These classes are fun. You …

The Barony of Granite Spyre is part of Amtgard, a nation-wide, free-to-play, medieval fantasy combat sport. We are located in the Kingdom of The Wetlands (Southeast Texas and West Louisiana). Our membership is made up of residents of West Houston and Katy. Members of our Barony are active in many Amtgard activities, including combat, the arts and sciences (including, but not limited to costuming, armor crafting, cooking, and painting), and theater arts. Amtgard combat uses safe, padded weapons a …

The Association for Renaissance Martial Arts ( http://www.thearma.org) is an international organization dedicated to the study and practice of the martial arts of Renaissance Europe. Using source manuals written by the Renaissance masters themselves, we use historically accurate training tools to interpret and reconstruct the fighting skills of our Western heritage. ARMA has Study Groups all across the United States and in several countries around the world, including Mexico, Poland, and Greece …

Hi my name is Jeff. I am starting a new group built to expand the use of martial arts weapons and to harness the power of music to expand this art form.

CONSIDER JOINING US IF... You are ABSOLUTELY passionate about savoring the culture of other people and in turn love to share yours, because you yourself have a lot to offer culturally, perhaps you recently migrated to the US or were born here but have a strong connection to some cultural identity or not. Your iPod is a testament to your love of all things foreign, as you have music in every language on earth, you listen to the World Music hour on Putumayo, know who Cesaria Evora, Habib Koité, Ye …

You're invited Who: Crafty & creative folk of Sugar Land; all sorts! What: Craftymorning & Coffee When: Every first Saturday of the month @ 9:30am - ? Where: Sugar Land, Town Center, Starbucks. Why: For a delightful meeting of crafters & artist.             Includes: networking, DIY tutorials & fun.           Bring your bright ideas and current projects to share. This is an excellent way for creative people of Sugar Land to come together and be represented as a united ar …

This group is for the woman who does it all, or at least has fun trying! We are made up of young professional women who handle their business, but also know when to make time for fun!!!! So if you enjoy: Girls Nights Out Fashion and Style Health and Fitness Making New Friends Volunteering Shopping Arts, Culture and Entertainment    Or you desire to: Improve yourself Network with fellow entreprenuers Improve your business Meet exceptional women with common interest   SOUND INTERES …

Meet other local creative artists in the fashion, arts, music, and entertainment. Create a movement in this die hard industry Houston is waiting for its true arrival. Want to host events? This group is for you, lets do big things instead of wish them. Any and everything is possible, share your ideas and lets get this thing started. PLEASE DNT BE SHY! SHOW YOURSELF! AND BE YOURSELF 100%

… Open to everyone. Art of Living Houston

Welcome to the “Houston Healing Arts Center Events” Meetup Group! We are glad you found us!  Now get ready for some fun!   WHY JOIN US? • We promote a variety of classes, workshops, lectures & events for those interested in all levels of wellness & personal &/or professional empowerment in 360 degrees of life. • We promote community, healing & connections between like-minded people. Join us today to begin or enhance your journey towards healing and personal empowerment! …

This group is for fans of foreign films, independent films, arthouse cinema, short films, cult movies, documentaries, classic movies, and underappreciated cinema from the past. We will go see films at Landmark River Oaks, MFAH, Rice Cinema, Aurora Picture Show, 14 Pews, film festivals, screenings at colleges and museums and members' homes. We may be snobs, but we also like a well-made mainstream Hollywood movie. We support local filmmakers and will attend local screenings.  We also go to free ad …