Cake Decorating Workshop: Faux Frosting with Daniela Castro

Name: Cake Decorating Workshop: Faux Frosting with Daniela Castro
Start: 2026-08-06T16:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-08-06T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Oliva Gallery

Schedule

Thu Aug 06 2026 at 04:30 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Oliva Gallery | Chicago, IL

Create your own faux frosting artwork using spackle, piping techniques, color, and decorative details in this hands-on workshop.
About this Event

In this workshop, participants will learn how to create realistic faux frosting effects using spackle techniques inspired by decorative cake piping and texture-based art. We will guide participants through piping, color mixing, surface decoration, and sculptural texture techniques to create a playful, highly tactile artwork.

Participants may choose from provided canvases, tissue boxes, or decorative light covers, or they may bring their own small wooden object to decorate. Wooden boxes, frames, and small decorative objects are welcome. Personal objects should be no larger than 12 inches.

No prior experience is needed. All faux frosting materials and decorating tools will be provided. Participants are also welcome to bring their own decorative add-ons, such as fake sprinkles, beads, pearls, rhinestones, or charms.

Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026
Doors Open: 4:30 p.m.
Workshop Begins: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Oliva Gallery, 3816 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago, IL 60647

Programming in conjunction with Art in Transit includes:

Opening Reception: Art in Transit

Friday, July 24, 5:00 PM

Oliva Gallery

Cake Decorating Workshop: Faux Frosting with Daniela Castro

Thursday, August 6, 4:30 PM

Oliva Gallery

Introduction to Encaustic Materials and Demonstration with Jane Michalski

Sunday, August 9, 10:00 AM

Oliva Gallery

Virtual Studio Visit: Tara Sabini

Saturday, August 15, 3:00 PM CDT