Special Events

Click on each event below to read more!  We will hopefully be adding more events soon.  Visit our CLASSES page to see a full list of class descriptions and registration instructions.

Paint Out
Eatonton One Day Paint Out Save the date! Our 8th annual Eatonton One Day Paint out is scheduled for Saturday, April 27, 2024. Registration is NOW OPEN!
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Lake Country Juried Art Show
Lake Country Juried Art Show CALL for Artists! Online application NOW OPEN. Entries are due by May 6, 2024. Save the date for our 8th Annual Lake Country Juried Art Show. Reception Date: June 20, 2024
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Past Events

Let's get Wild
Let's get Wild! What do you think about when you hear the word WILD? Maybe it’s a place you have visited, like the WILD, WILD West or a WILD animal safari. Maybe it’s something closer to home, like a field of WILD flowers, or the WILD birds that visit your feeder in your backyard. We've asked our artists to use their imagination with this theme and go WILD. Opening Reception Thursday, April 4th
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The BIG little Project We are excited to bring back by popular demand The Big little Project in 2024! Participating Guild members will once again create a small 6 x 6" panel. Purchase a "selection ticket" and you'll get to select one of these mini pieces of artwork as part of the BIG little project! SOLD OUT!
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ArtiGras Fundraiser
ArtiGras - SOLD OUT! The annual ArtiGras Carnival is held in historic downtown Eatonton. This over-the-top MardiGras-themed event was created as a celebration and fundraiser for The Artisans Village, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Date: Friday, February 9, 2024
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Nostalgia
The Way We Were...Art inspired by Nostalgia. To kick off the new year we'll be taking a look back with fine artwork and subject matter that warms our hearts and brings back memories of our younger selves. We are calling this "The Way We Were..." Art inspired by Nostalgia. Date: Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Artists Sunday is celebrated between Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. Artists Sunday is dedicated to encouraging consumers to shop with artists and give something special, unique, and hand-crafted this holiday season.
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Gifts from the heART
Holiday Open House Weekend Join us for artist demonstrations during our annual open house weekend event. The Gallery will be full of festive surprises. Come shop local and support our Gifts from the HeART show and sale. Friday - Sunday, Nov 24 - 26.
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Gifts from the heART
Opening Reception The Artisans Village Art Gallery is once again offering a special group exhibit called Gifts from the HeART for the Holiday Gift-Giving season. Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023
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Georgia Color Plein Air
Georgia Color Plein Air is a four-day experience, presented by Olmsted Arts in partnership with The Artisans Village Guild. It celebrates the tradition of painting outdoors and depicts the dramatic and distinct locales and landscapes in Georgia. This is a juried event exclusively for Georgia artists. Fresh paintings will be added each day to the pop-up Gallery at Barrel 118! Enjoy Artist Demonstrations, Talks and Gallery Walks, and other activities in Madison, Greensboro and Eatonton! October 19 - 22, 2023
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Dual Vision Pumpkin painting class
Pumpkin Pillow Painting Gourd vibes only with this pumpkin pillow project! This mini-lesson is beginner friendly, easily completed in one hour, and sure to impress your fall lovin' friends. All supplies are included with the exception of a pillow insert.  NOTE: Location: Barrel 118 (one block from The Artisans Village) Instructor: April Hendricks Date: Saturday, September 16, 2023 two class times available!
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happy hour
Bourbon Tasting Experience at Barrel 118 EVENT WILL BE RESCHEDULED> Join us for Happy Hour instead! No ticket purchase required. Click for details. Date: Friday, September 15.
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