La-Di-Dada
Art Movements | Contemporary Explorations in the Anti-Art Movements of Dada + Neo-Dada
Everything is art.
OVERVIEW
This two-hour beginner's class explores the irreverent spirit of the Dada and Neo-Dada art movements, focusing on techniques that foster spontaneity and blend everyday life with fine art.
In this Painterly class, we will utilize accessible materials—markers, paint, oil sticks, and collage materials like magazines and newspaper—to create work inspired by the chance operations of Dada and the layered, symbolic collages of Neo-Dada masters like Robert Rauschenberg and Jasper Johns. Students will learn methods for integrating newsprint and text as texture, deliberately creating visual noise, and composing with found images to build an expressive, non-linear narrative. The goal is to challenge traditional notions of authorship and composition, resulting in a rich, multi-layered artwork that celebrates absurdity and the messy reality of the world.
Painterly Original works will be provided to fuel the creative process and stoke the imagination. No experience or artistic skill required!
PRICING
All classes are $120 per canvas with a ten (10) student class minimum.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to counteract the age of disposable experiences by teaching genuine creative skills. Painterly’s framework promotes the creation of keepsake artwork that carries lasting personal value, rather than becoming clutter. In a world where art is often mass-produced or prohibitively expensive, we offer an affordable and intentional pathway for our students to create their own meaningful, display-worthy creations rooted in solid artistic foundations.
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Great question. If you’re not an art history buff, you may never have heard of these important art movements but your perception of art has undoubtedly been influenced by them because, well, what Dada + Neo-Dada make clear is that anything can be art, from a urinal, to a wheel, to flag, and more. Where Dadaism rejected traditional artistic form and practice, Neo-Dadaism acted as a rejection of art altogether . . . while still making art.
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Likely in art museums, a lot. Some well-known artists include Marcel Duchamp, Robert Rauschenberg, and Jasper Johns, best known for his iconic newspaper flags.
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Guided group demonstration
Personalized instruction
Premium 12 x 16 gallery wrap canvas
Workshop guide
Shared class supplies (brushes, paints, etc.)
Fresh, frameable art compositions
Deeper understanding of art history
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AGES | All ages welcome but 13+ is recommended to benefit the most from instruction.
PREREQUISITE | None. No prior artistic skill required, either.
ARRIVAL | Please allow an extra 15-30 minutes for mingling to ensure you are settled when instruction begins.
ATTIRE | Heavy-duty canvas aprons are provided for class, but because accidents happen sometimes, we do recommend wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting a tad messy.
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TO BOOK | Click below to book a painting event at the location of your choice. Once your booking is confirmed, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your event.
RESCHEDULING | Hosts may request a one-time calendar postponement by contacting us at events@painterly.co at least seven (7) full days prior to the event. Approved transfers are subject to a $150 administrative rescheduling fee, and the new date must fall within six months of the original block, subject to calendar availability.
CANCELLATION POLICY | To create an exceptional experience for your group, we begin preparing for your event the moment it’s booked. Because our experiences require dedicated artist scheduling, custom material procurement, and precise regional travel logistics, the initial 50% deposit is non-refundable.
If your event needs to be cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled date (after the final balance has been settled), please note that all processed fees are non-refundable. This helps us ensure our working artists and local vendors are still compensated for the time and materials already dedicated to your event.
