Professional Workshop Series: Chalk Artist Skills and Techniques

Professional Workshop Series: Chalk Artist Skills and Techniques

Tualatin Valley Creates (TVC) offers workshops as a way for artists to connect while learning about important and interesting topics in the arts. In April TVC is offering the workshop Chalk Artist Skills and Techniques, with workshop presenters and chalk artists, Carrie Green and Raziah Roushan.

This workshop, sponsored by the Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC) will provide artists with the skills and techniques to thrive in the large-scale, performative medium of chalk art. By the end of the workshop artists will gain the confidence to create captivating chalk art entries for the La Strada Chalk Art Festival, scheduled for July 19-20, 2025. 

By offering hands-on instruction, demonstration, and creative exercises, the workshop aims to inspire participants to explore the art form of chalk drawing and provide them with an opportunity to apply for a spot in the regional festival. The workshop will be held at the M&M Marketplace, 346 SW Walnut St, Hillsboro, OR 97123.  The M&M Marketplace is a valuable community resource and TVCreates is fortunate to have them as a partner for this workshop!

Target Audience: (for ages 14 years and older)

• Aspiring and experienced artists interested in learning or perfecting their large-scale, chalk art skills.
• Artists who are considering applying to the La Strada Chalk Art Festival.
• Community members seeking to connect with other local artists and gain new skills.

Workshop Topics:

1.  Introduce the history of chalk art and provide an overview of the La Strada Chalk Art Festival.
2. Familiarize participants with the tools and materials used in chalk art; also known as street painting.
3. Learn the foundational techniques in creating large-scale chalk art.
4. Explore more complex techniques for creating detailed and visually impactful designs.
5. Prepare participants to showcase their work and apply for the La Strada.
6. Create a 3x3 chalk art piece, combining individual skills and techniques.
7. Celebrate the work created by participants, and provide feedback for improvement.

Who: Presenters Carrie Green and Raziah Roushan

What:  Professional Workshop Series: Chalk Artist Skills and Techniques

Where: M&M Marketplace, 346 SW Walnut St, Hillsboro, OR 97123.  Indoor soccer field within Futsal (building at end of parking lot).

When:  Saturday, April 5th, 10:00 am- 2:00 pm

Fee: $20 non-refundable registration. Registration includes chalk pastels to take home.

Registration: Must register in advance at: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/april-workshop-chalk-artist-skills-and-techniques

Contact Tualatin Valley Creates at [email protected] to learn more.

Sponsor:  Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC)

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The Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports the creative economy in greater Portland by providing equitable funding; managing and growing a diverse, nationally–acclaimed public art program; and developing enduring public and private partnerships. Through advocacy and engagement, RACC  builds community support to ensure a thriving region for arts and culture.

Venue  M&M Marketplace, Hillsboro

The M&M Marketplace was founded by the Miranda family in October 2000 with only twenty independent businesses/business owners selling products and services to the Hillsboro community. Within three months the market grew to forty independent businesses. 

The market continues to grow, and currently has eighty independent businesses, selling a wide variety of products ranging from clothing, shoes, jewelry, videos, music, household goods, and food. M&M market includes a full-service muffler shop, tire shop, and an automotive /mechanical repairs shop. In 2008, They inaugurated Hillsboro Futsal (Indoor Soccer), ​​which was added to provide the youth and adult community with opportunities for entertainment, sport and recreation. Today the Futsal has grown to include leagues of all ages and genders, serving the community and promoting business. People of all cultures and nationalities are invited to be part of M&M Marketplace, contributing to growth and cultural diversity. https://mandmmarketplace.com/

Presenters

About Raziah Roushan, Professional Chalk Artist and Eastside Workshop Instructor

Raziah Roushan has been making a mark on the American public as a professional artist and arts advocate. For two decades, Roushan has been working as a professional artist in mediums such as oil, acrylic, charcoal, pastel, aerosol, printmaking, as well murals and large-scale chalk art in the public arena. After receiving a Bachelors of Fine Art from Pacific Northwest College of Art in Portland Oregon (2004), she traveled the planet teaching, networking, and contracting for the purposes of visual art. Her portfolio includes over 50 exhibitions, over 20 large-scale murals, and performances at over 47 chalk festivals. Raziah Roushan is an artist to follow as she will no doubt continue to inspire hearts and activate minds. www.raziahroushan.com

About Carrie Green, Professional Artist and Westside Workshop Instructor

Caroline "Carrie" Green is a professional artist with nearly 20 years of dedicated experience, known for her vibrant murals and passionate approach to creativity.

For six years, Carrie has shared her love for art as an instructor, teaching students as young as 3 and as seasoned as 97. Her inclusive teaching philosophy bridges generations, proving that creativity knows no age limits. She believes in the transformative power of art to inspire, heal, and connect people, fostering a nurturing atmosphere where every student feels empowered to express themselves.

As a muralist, Carrie brings color and life to spaces, infusing them with energy and storytelling that reflect both personal and communal narratives. Her work often explores themes of nature, culture, and the human experience, leaving a lasting visual impact on the communities she touches.  

Tualatin Valley Creates is the leading arts service organization for Washington County, Oregon. TVC’s mission is to foster an inclusive, resilient, and creative community by celebrating the local arts, culture, heritage and humanities throughout the county’s 15 cities and unincorporated areas. This includes Aloha, Banks, Beaverton, Bethany, Cedar Mill, Cornelius, Durham, Forest Grove, Gaston, Hillsboro, King City, North Plains, Sherwood, Tigard and Tualatin. 

TVC is an organization driven by advocacy and action. Originally founded in 1999 as the “Westside Cultural Alliance” by a group of art advocates, it gained its status as an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit shortly after. Since then, it continues to support community members by providing the latest news about local events, funding resources, professional development and economic opportunities. TVC also strives to make arts and culture accessible to its under-served populations by offering free networking events, workshops and the Arts & Culture Leadership Incubator. Through these efforts, TVC continues to uplift its vision of cultivating a robust arts and culture ecosystem in Washington County. For more information visit www.tvcreates.org.

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