Hours:
Wednesday-Friday 10-5
Saturday 10-4
~Announcements~
If you are interested in creating your own group gathering, don't hesitate to connect...
Deposits are either done via drop off or mail to save your seat around the table.
Checks made out to ReFind
43 Mount St.
Bay Head, NJ 08742
Thank you.
If you are interested in creating your own group gathering, don't hesitate to connect...
Deposits are either done via drop off or mail to save your seat around the table.
Checks made out to ReFind
43 Mount St.
Bay Head, NJ 08742
Thank you.
Sometimes it is #thelittlethings that can really bring clarity to your purpose...a recent review...
"I attended a ten week painting workshop at ReFind - a store/workshop studio/ community hob in Bay Head. To tell you what made for my great experience I have to first tell you all, what an enchanting place ReFind is. From the outside it appears as an unassuming store front tucked on a side street that you might miss if you didn’t know any better. But step through the front door and you will find a treasure trove of art and unique crafts, many made by local artisans, as well as objects both aesthetically pleasing and useful that have been salvaged and lovingly given a second life by Zsa Zsa, the proprietor of ReFind. Every nook and cranny from floor to ceiling is a tableau of beautiful things; jewelry, paintings and unexpected finds. It is like stepping back in time before a culture of shoddy obsolescence became our norm.
Much like her store Zsa Zsa, the proprietor, is many things – part entrepreneur/artist/ community organizer and from what I saw while I painted there, she is also a source of advise to artists, friends and perhaps even to a stranger like myself who wandered through her door. Even though I had painted years ago I had not used oils and over the years have been mostly involved with digital work. When I walked into ReFind and had spoken to Zsa Zsa I felt that painting in her studio would be an opportunity to get back to basics, away from computers. It turned out to be just what I needed and with Zsa Zsa’s help I managed to enjoy this new medium and create some art that for a beginner with oils was not too shabby.
Thank you Zsa Zsa"
~Vera Hoffman April 2018
"I attended a ten week painting workshop at ReFind - a store/workshop studio/ community hob in Bay Head. To tell you what made for my great experience I have to first tell you all, what an enchanting place ReFind is. From the outside it appears as an unassuming store front tucked on a side street that you might miss if you didn’t know any better. But step through the front door and you will find a treasure trove of art and unique crafts, many made by local artisans, as well as objects both aesthetically pleasing and useful that have been salvaged and lovingly given a second life by Zsa Zsa, the proprietor of ReFind. Every nook and cranny from floor to ceiling is a tableau of beautiful things; jewelry, paintings and unexpected finds. It is like stepping back in time before a culture of shoddy obsolescence became our norm.
Much like her store Zsa Zsa, the proprietor, is many things – part entrepreneur/artist/ community organizer and from what I saw while I painted there, she is also a source of advise to artists, friends and perhaps even to a stranger like myself who wandered through her door. Even though I had painted years ago I had not used oils and over the years have been mostly involved with digital work. When I walked into ReFind and had spoken to Zsa Zsa I felt that painting in her studio would be an opportunity to get back to basics, away from computers. It turned out to be just what I needed and with Zsa Zsa’s help I managed to enjoy this new medium and create some art that for a beginner with oils was not too shabby.
Thank you Zsa Zsa"
~Vera Hoffman April 2018
ReFind is a meeting place for learning and exchanging artistic ideas. The goal is to provide an environment conducive to the creative process. One does not have to be an “artist” to join others at ReFind. Owner/Instructor Zsa Zsa Stackles, a NJ certified K-12 Art teacher/artist, believes that art is an important expression of the human spirit, that creativity is an innate function, and that in a supportive and inspiring atmosphere it is bound to flourish.
Zsa Zsa also possesses full knowledge and practices the art of safety of materials and tools. Any tasks requiring chemically related tasks, (finishing/varnishing, etc.) will be performed by her after hours/outside the studio space, to ensure the safety and well being of all. Firing of green ware/glazed creations are performed outside of studio, as Zsa Zsa has a kiln at home.
Please take note...Private workshops are welcome!!!
If there is something that you and your friends would like to do, simply let me know and I will do my best to make it happen!
Scheduled Workshops
September Skies
Pastel workshop September 18, 2021 11-2pm You will be guided through the process of how to create a tranquil sunset and canoe scene with soft pastels. You will be taught how to draw a canoe as though it is moving on the water. You will also be taught the underpainting process, scrumbling, and different layering techniques. No experience necessary...only an interest to learn and have fun. Or, an opportunity to fine-tune your skills. I will paint with you as I provide one on one instruction. All materials supplied. Bring a smock or clothes you don't mind getting messy. $130 per person Deposit $65. Cash/check please. all monies are nonrefundable/nontransferable. 
Glass Mosaic Workshop Wed October 6 Choose either 2:30-5:30 or 6-9 Gather around the table and create a glass mosaic panel. All materials included-glass/tools/6x8 wood base/glue/grout...all you need to bring is a design to fit base that you can make your own! No Experience need...just an open mind and a desire to have fun!! $60 per artist Cash or check please. $30 deposit required/cash or check preferred. All monies non-refundable or transferable. No experience needed. (Images shown are just examples) Geometric Bangle Workshop October 7, 2021 Choose from either 2-5 or 6-9 You’ll be learning to solder your very own modern geometric bangle featuring a rose cut gemstone of your choice (prasiolite [green amethyst], rose quartz, white moonstone). We will be learning how to size bangles to your wrist, metal forming using rubber + ball peen hammers to achieve shape + texture, and finally soldering a bezel cup to set our 6mm rose cut gemstone. We will also go over the properties of fine metals as well as the metric measuring system used by jewelers. Cost per person is $130/cash/check preferred Deposit required $60 All monies are non-transferable/non-refundable No experience necessary 
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The King of the Hen House
Oil Painting Workshop September 11 10-2pm 10x10 canvas Working on earth-toned 10x10 canvas, class will focus on using bright colors mixed wet into wet...we will limit brush work and paint with palette knives, foam core and mat board pieces to push and pull paint, letting peeks of earth tone to show through. All materials included. Cost per painter is $130 $65 deposit is required. Cash/Check preferred. Monies are non-transferable/non-refundable. Ring Stacks plus a MIDI!!!
September 15, 2021 Choose from either 2-5pm or 6-9pm You’ll be learning to solder a stack of four 14k yellow gold filled rings using a butane torch as well as bezel setting cabochon gemstones. You will size your own rings, learn metal forming through use of a ball peen hammer to achieve sparkling textures, and finally solder bezel cups + how to set cabochon gemstone. We will also go over the properties of fine metals as well as the metric measuring system used by jewelers. Upon completion you will go home with a total of 4 versatile rings - (2) plain bands, (1) 5mm opal, (1) 3mm opal MIDI ring! You can style the stack all together for a cluster look or wear them separately for a more minimalist feel. No experience necessary. Cost per person is $130.00 /cash/check preferred $60 deposit is required. Monies are non-transferable/non-refundable. 
Fused Glass Bowl Workshop Thursday September 23 Choose from either 2:30 - 5:30 or 6-9 Gather around the table and create a glass mosaic panel. All materials included-glass/tools/6x8 wood base/glue/grout...all you need to bring is a design to fit base that you can make your own! No Experience need...just an open mind and a desire to have fun!! $65 per artist Cash or check please. $30 deposit required/cash or check preferred. All monies non-refundable or transferable. (Image shown is just an example) 
Autumn in October Pastel Workshop October 9, 2021 11-2pm You will be guided through the process of how to paint birch trees with soft pastels. I will also discuss perspective and how to create a scene so it appears as though you are walking through a forest. You will be taught the underpainting process, scrumbling, and different layering techniques. No experience necessary...only an interest to learn and have fun. Or, an opportunity to fine-tune your skills. I will paint with you as I provide one on one instruction. All materials supplied. Bring a smock or clothes you don't mind getting messy. $130 per person Deposit $65 Cash/check please. all monies are nonrefundable/nontransferable. |
2021 Fused Glass Ornaments Join in on the fun of creating fused glass ornaments...a tradition for many now! November 3 6:00-8:30pm (time is approximate) This years ornaments are a bell and a star...how you choose to make it your own is completely up to you! The image is just an example...the possibilities are endless. You will be guided through the process of cutting glass with safety. All materials included. No experience necessary. $58 per set of ornaments. No experience is needed. $30 deposit required. Cash/check preferred/ All monies are non-refundable/non-transferable. NOTE: completed ornaments have to be kiln fired and will be returned to you in time to adorn your tree, or gift them to someone special. Returned ready to hang. 
Wooden Spatula Carving Workshop
Saturday November 6 11-2pm ish Carve out your very own wooden spatula…perfect for sautéing, stirring, scrambling…all your cooking needs. And this is a great beginner workshop. All materials will be provided. Time is approximate. $75 per person. $40 deposit to hold your carving tools. Cash or Check preferred. Deposits are required to hold your space. All monies are non- transferrable/refundable. Cash or Check preferred. Time of class is approximate…and image is just an example 😊 
Santa Ornament Carving Workshop Saturday November 27 11-2ish During this workshop you will be professionally guided through the process of carving a Santa ornament out of wood. You will be provided with all the tools and instruction from start to finish, including painting and staining too. Cost per carver is $80. Deposit required is $40. Deposits are required to save your seat. Cash/check preferred. All monies are non-refundable/non-transferable. Bring a snack…time of class is approximate. |
The Raven
Oil Painting Workshop October 23 10-2pm Just in time for Halloween decor! Focus of workshop will be creating colorful darks, not just a boring black crow. Starting with an orange 10x10 canvas, we will work with dark blue and purple shades for the crow and complimentary colors for the background. All materials included. $130 per painter $65 deposit required Cash/check preferred. All monies are non-transferable/non-refundable.
2021 Fused Glass Ornaments Join in on the fun of creating fused glass ornaments...a tradition for many now! November 4 choose from either 3:00-5:30pm ro 6:00-8:30pm (time is approximate) This years ornaments are a bell and a star...how you choose to make it your own is completely up to you! The image is just an example...the possibilities are endless. You will be guided through the process of cutting glass with safety. All materials included. No experience necessary. $58 per set of ornaments. No experience is needed. $30 deposit required. Cash/check preferred/ All monies are non-refundable/non-transferable. NOTE: completed ornaments have to be kiln fired and will be returned to you in time to adorn your tree, or gift them to someone special. Returned ready to hang. 
" Zelda" Pendant November 10, 2021 choose from either 2-5pm or 6-9pm **Intermediate skill level - students must have beginner soldering experience** This class is open to students who have had at least one soldering class previously. We will be learning how to solder multiple joints onto a single pendant. Starting with measuring, metal forming, and laying out our design using square wire in various gauges, we will then use our butane torch to solder 5 ‘rays’ onto our semicircle as well as jump rings to affix to our chain. Using a ball peen hammer on a metal block, we’ll add texture and sparkle to our pendant and finally put it on a cable chain. Cost per person $140.00/cash/check preferred Deposit required $70. All monies are non-transferable/non-refundable Shiny Brite
Oil Painting Workshop November 20 10-2 A classic tree ornament - shiny and reflecting. We will simplify background shapes and create sharp focus on ornament using different brush strokes. Finished painting will be a 6x6 cradle panel with clean wood edge, easy to sit on a shelf for holiday décor. Everyone will go home with a mini easel as well for easy display just in time for the Christmas season décor! All materials included. Cost per painter $130 $65 deposit required All monies are non-transferable/non-refundable 
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The "artists" of ReFind
mixed media/abstract expressionism
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Wide Shank Metalsmithing
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Stamped Jewelry Gathering
...expressing yourself...one character at a time...
Shibori: known to be one of the oldest Indigo dying techniques in Japan.
Cloth is bound, stitched, folded, twisted, clamped and or compressed for fun and creative results!
Just bring anything white and cotton-a tee/canvas bag/pillow cases....and leave the rest up to your imagination!
Cloth is bound, stitched, folded, twisted, clamped and or compressed for fun and creative results!
Just bring anything white and cotton-a tee/canvas bag/pillow cases....and leave the rest up to your imagination!
Jelly Fish Mania II. A ready made pottery "medusa" in need of your attention. With wire and beads...and patience, artists bring life to pottery in the way of tendrils and stingers! No pain inflicted from these though!!
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Jelly Fish Mania I- Recycled ocean life!! A wonderful project for your budding artist.
How does your garden grow?
A Zinnia garden that does not need watering.
Created from nature and found materials.
A Zinnia garden that does not need watering.
Created from nature and found materials.
Depending on time, some projects embraced last summer...blown India ink and water coloring, Jelly fish mania (another version from recycled materials) solar printing may be revisited. They were so fun to do...ask those who participated last year.
"Art Abandonment?"
Art Sharing at it sneakiest! Create a work of art, no matter the medium or level of talent-can be anything from an inspirational message to a doodle to a painting...art is art in many forms- and leave it somewhere for an unsuspecting person to find. Whether it's at a park, shopping cart, bench, tree limb,vacation destination, local coffee shop...anywhere you want to take it and leave it. Let go of your art and let someone discover it.
$10 per artist
All materials included
Time spent is up to you!
Art Sharing at it sneakiest! Create a work of art, no matter the medium or level of talent-can be anything from an inspirational message to a doodle to a painting...art is art in many forms- and leave it somewhere for an unsuspecting person to find. Whether it's at a park, shopping cart, bench, tree limb,vacation destination, local coffee shop...anywhere you want to take it and leave it. Let go of your art and let someone discover it.
$10 per artist
All materials included
Time spent is up to you!
