Catalyst is an art space. A gallery. A Studio. A classroom. An experience. We've developed this space as a place for creativity, creation and fun. Become part of our community. Join us in learning and development experiences. Let us know what you'd like to see here, in this space, we'd like to make it your space too. This space is for artists and art enthusiasts alike. Let us know what you're missing in the realm of art creation. Knowledge? Space? Materials? Creativity?

Do you dread doing art or craft shows because you have to talk to people? Do you have trouble figuring out what to say to your customers? Do you want to get into a gallery but you're afraid to approach them? Well, you've come to the right place. Over the years, I have struggled with my own shyness. I have dreaded having to speak in front of an audience. I've had the butterflies in my stomach while the TV camera was glaring at me. I have stumbled over words while trying to figure out how to answe …

We have decided to start a shoe making group to share the art, craft, and experience of hand made leather shoes. The purpose of the group is to share shoe making traditions and to create hand made shoes. Those who want to create useful, beautiful shoes that help connect us to the earth, and tread lightly shall join. My name is Pete Julienne I am the Dir. of Sales and Marketing for Nomad Footwear. I wanted to keep this Shoemaking meet-up open. Anna did a great job starting this group and we will …

The purpose of this group is to meet other women who enjoy crafts to meet socially and do group planned activities that can be taught by the members, or just have open "free for all" craft nights, where everybody brings their own projects and we eat some food. (BTW: We are not responsible for you gaining weight while attending out meetups!) Some examples are: Crochet night, Lap crafts, Shop & Dine, Monthly Crafting & Card Swap... Meetups are hosted in private homes in Anaheim, Irvine, Huntington …

Our concept is based around one idea: To help women who have have found hardships along their path such as unemployment due to the recession, who are older and have aged out of their professions, who can no longer work due to illness, or women who thrive when they are involved socially with other women. Is this you? We would like to have you work with us to create hand crocheted baby blankets using modern colors & designs. I am looking for women who have a love for crochet. Ladies or gentlemen w …

Hey there! If you are interested in paper crafting, i.e., making cards, tags, banners or ATC, (Artist Trading Cards), or anything else that may come to mind please join us! We will also dabble a little in the making of jewelry; earrings, bracelets, necklaces and whatever may tickle our fancy! This world offers so many wonderful and beautiful things to make, so let's get together to learn, share, to be inspired and inspire others. Check out my photo album "Some of My Past Works" for a small sampl …

This is a group for anyone interested in getting together to create mini scrapbook albums, cardmaking, altered crafts etc. A place where we can meet new people and learn new techniques. We will get together for fun and relaxation while creating new projects or finishing old ones. I started this group to share and love for creating mini albums and to meet others with the same interest.

Have fun learning to paint and draw! Even if you've never picked up a pencil or a brush before, but always wanted to, join the group and grow your abilities! If you've been painting or drawing for a while, and want help getting to the next level, come on over. The classroom has big tables and easels, soft music and good company.

This group is for artists that use machine tools as part of their art. Be this robotic art, CNC art, rapid prototyping, art with machinery, etc. Or for those that are intrigued by this kind of art and those that make it. We will meet once a month at The Rebel Unit gallery for fun and discussion, as well as drinks. We can collaborate on larger projects or just show off what we are doing individually. I personally like to have input from others on my own art.

Chuck Jones Center for Creativity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Orange County, California. Founded in 1999 by the four-time Academy Award recipient and legendary animation creator and director, Chuck Jones, the Center's vision is to inspire the innate creative genius within each person that leads to a more joyous, passionate, and harmonious life and world. The Center offers classes, workshops and programs for all ages from art classes to book discussions. Come see what we're a …

Hello Etsyprenuer! OC Etsy is the place for Etsy Shop owners (or soon-to-be) to meet, network, brainstorm, and support one another. Whether you are just getting started or you are a seasoned "Etsyprenuer" together we can learn and grow.

Are you a DIY artsy-craftsy type, or even a wannabe DIYer? Do you like to make things with reusable, often discardable items such as cardboard, fabric & paper scraps, old tshirts and any found items, etc? Let's get together and make things, share ideas, and who knows, maybe even make things to sell to raise money for our favorite charities.

Jewelry Lovers Club is a place, where people, who love and appreciate jewelry can come together with their tastes and ideas, knowledge and experience, to design and make jewelry at our workshops, helping and learning from each other. At our meetups we will be learning about jewelry, meeting designers, having discussions. And the most important: we'll be making new friends, having parties, contests, a lot of fun and good food.

Interested in Making at any level? It's called So Cal Makers and is intended to reach out to anyone who might be interested in making.  Want to make something?  Add a topic.  We'll help you find a place and coordinate it. The age group is all ages, but some activities are developed for youth. The meet up is intended to be a collaborative promotional site for those who wish to share their events. We are currently scheduling activities at the following locations: BSA Scout Sea Base - 5875 Appian …

A group of product/service small business owners seeking to participate in small vendor showcases, sharing in costs and event marketing to bring a larger attendee base to events so everyone benefits.

Meet other (Artistic) Moms and kids in your area! Let's get together and inspire each other and our children to never lose sight of how important creativity and play are. We meet on a regular basis for fun play dates. We're looking for lasting friendships with members who attend regularly. Most of our events take place in Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley, Costa Mesa and Irvine. So if you live in the area and want to connect with other friendly and down to earth Mama's then we can't wait to …

The Anatolian Cultures and Food Festival (www.anatolianfestival.org) is a cultural and historical event that includes exhibitions, food, art craft, performances, dances and live music activities. More than 45,000 people from United States and around the world attend the four-day event each year. The 1st Anatolian Cultures and Food Festival was held in OC Fairgrounds, the 2nd one at OC Great Park, the 3rd year, the festival came back at the OC Fairgrounds. This year again in OC Fairgrounds, the f …

Learn techniques for wire on wire beading. Supplies provided. Bring your own beads or use some of ours. Make beautiful jewelry and take it with you. Use the techniques for years to come! There is a fee to attend these classes but well worth it considering the wonderful techniques you'll take with you.

This group is about amateur puppeteers and their puppets. From hand, marionette, human puppets, and other styles. It's a chance to meet other puppeteers who are starting out. Ventriloquist, Hand style, and any others styles. To talk about how to do shows, or just out and about with your puppets. Just meet and have fun and discover.

The MOMS Club (MOMS Offering Moms Support) is an International non-profit organization with 2,100+ chapters in the U.S. alone and over 110,000 members & is specifically designed for stay-at-home moms. Local MOMS Club chapters meet during the day with their children and have monthly meetings with guest speakers & discussions, park play-dates, play-groups, holiday parties, field trips, arts & crafts, book club, scrapbooking club, cooking club, walking club, MOMS Night Out and more! We also do serv …

Scrappy Ladies' Club is a community of scrapbookers that allows members to share their work, get ideas, get discounts on scrapbooking materials, and attend scrapbooking events in their community.

This group is designed to get our kids out of the house and playing in the fresh air, while us mom's meet new friends as well. (With lots of fun thrown in there) Most activies will be geared towards toddlers over a year up to 4 years but of course as also siblings are always welcome & we can also find activities for them as well! Activties will range from the zoo, sport activities (t-ball & soccer), kid museums, local events, arts & crafts, moms nights out, hiking, playgrounds, plus much more. W …

This is a Social group for women to build new friendships and socialize in Orange County. "OC Divas" are NOT Snooty & Snobby rather Warm & Welcoming. THE ORIGINAL "PINK & BLACK DIVALICIOUS PACK" If you possess a "Glass Half Full" attitude, join us! If your glass is half empty please move on OC Divas Enjoy Beauty/Make-up Photo shoots Dining  out Spa  Days Arts/Crafts Networking Tea Parties Happy Hours Movie Nights Theme Parties Co-ed Events Comedy Nights All kinds of Sw …

This group is being started because I want to meet other fun, adventerous mamas in Corona (and surrounding areas - Norco, Mira Loma, Eastvale). I just moved to the area & love going on adventures with my little tike. She loves to explore, and loves to be around other kiddos.  This group will meet at "unconventional" toddler group times - the meetups will typically occur in the late afternoons/early evenings during the week and have some Saturday meetups. To join the group, you: - must have a chi …

Learn how to make your own beautiful jewelry pieces! All skill levels welcome! Bring your own jewelry to fix, your own beads to create with, or for a nominal fee purchase beads from our collection.

Hi Ladies! We are a group of fun-loving ladies on a mission to enjoy life!  We are single, married or "involved", we have kids or not, age doesn't matter as much as attitude and it is one of being happy, positive and willing to try new things, learn, create, explore and form real friendships. If you join, you are expected to participate in activities and help in keeping our group fun and supportive.  We are more interested in the quality of relationships than the number of members and since we a …

I love to be Sassy and Crafty and would like to get together with other people that enjoy: Card Making, Scrapbooking (Crops and Workshops), Stamping, Art Journaling, Making Jewely and anything else we can thing up to be CRAFTY!!

Life is about the people you meet, and the things you create with them, so start creating. Life is short. Live your dream, and share your passion. Please join us for a afternoon with Designer and printer Cesar (cesaleo) of BCP (Black chicken printing) teaches the art of silkscreen printing. He will walk you through a process simple enough for anyone to do at home. Everyone is welcome. Screen printing for Fun. Come by and learn what it takes to screen print, and make a Tee of your own art a funny …