The traditional art program offers a wide range of experiences, hosted by two seasoned artists, Breanna Cooke and Anja Yamaji, who are multidisciplinary visual artists. Breanna and Anja are providing the installations with the opportunity to choose from several exciting art events, including Chakra Glow – Acrylic Flow Workshop, Headdress Workshop, Mandala Art, Paint with Your Date, Paint and Sip on Canvas, Resin Coaster and Tray, and Zombie and Halloween Special FX. This marks the first time we are providing so many diverse and engaging art options for participating installations to offer to their community.

Join us for a creative journey across 20 installations! Welcome to Paint With Friends, a new and exciting program designed to provide a therapeutic, engaging, and relaxing art experience. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a first-time painter, this event is for you. Led by skilled instructors, participants will be guided through the basics of traditional painting techniques in a stress-free, welcoming environment.

Breanna Cooke

Breanna Cooke is a Dallas-based visual artist originally from Toronto, Canada. She is known for her fusion of graphic design, body painting, and fine art translating her designs from skin, to printed apparel, to murals, and more. With a B.A. in Studio Art and a deep eco-conscious mindset, she seamlessly incorporates environmental themes into her work through subject matter and sustainable product choices. Along with creating custom art for clients, Breanna shares her art knowledge with others through her body paint classes for couples and her sustainable art workshops.

Anja Yamaji

Anja Yamaji was born and raised in Hamburg, Germany. In 2003, she moved to Los Angeles, then moved to New York in 2004 to grow as an artist on both coasts. Today, Anja hosts workshops in her Dallas studio and art school for resin art, acrylic flow art, mandala art, beauty makeup, headdress design, and bodypainting for all skill levels. Driven by the love and passion for creativity, she strives to use bold colors to foster a powerful impact for a positive effect on people’s mental and emotional well-being, while also bringing a sense of empowerment and self-love to those exposed to her work.

Calling Future Van Gogh’s!

• Event Focus: A unique painting experience that fosters relaxation and creativity.
• Engaging Programming: Therapeutic, hands-on activities for all skill levels.
• Artistic Guidance: Instructors will teach basic techniques of traditional painting, ensuring participants leave with a beautiful artwork they’re proud of.
  

Target Audience

• All DoD ID Card holders

We welcome everyone to come together, paint, relax, and enjoy the creative process in a calm, community-focused setting.