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Rock ‘N’ Roll Sketchbook with Carlos Hernandez and Tom Hück

Sun, Oct 18, 2026at 10:00 AM
4318 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville, MD
$224
Featuring: Carlos Hernandez, Tom Hück

Carlos Hernandez and Tom Hück lead an energetic, one-day sketchbook workshop built around collage, drawing, music, and creative experimentation. The program begins at Pyramid Atlantic Art Center with hands-on instruction from Hernandez, followed by a presentation from Hück about his sketchbook practice and the drawings behind his prints. The afternoon continues off-site with an album-cover selection at Fireplace Records and a collaborative vinyl-themed doodle session at Franklins.

The workshop is designed for artists of all experience levels, and no previous experience is required. Registration includes materials, lunch, an album cover for the final project, and a complimentary sketchbook.

When: October 18

Showtimes: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Part one runs from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Lunch begins at noon, followed by part two from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. The vinyl-cover doodle jam takes place afterward.

Tickets: $224

Registration: Registration closes October 17, 2026. Early-bird pricing is advertised, and participants are encouraged to register in advance.

Venue: Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, beginning in the Gallery Classroom

Schedule: Carlos Hernandez opens with a collage-based sketchbook workshop focused on cutting, pasting, layering, and keeping an active sketchbook practice. After lunch, Tom Hück discusses his creative process, working habits, and the drawings that inform his prints. The group then visits Fireplace Records to choose an album cover before gathering at Franklins for a collaborative “vinyl bomb” doodle session.

Lineup: Carlos Hernandez and Tom Hück

Lunch: Registration includes a Jersey Mike’s lunch box with a regular cold sub, chips, and a freshly baked cookie. Preferences can be provided during checkout.

Materials: All workshop materials are included. Each participant also receives a free sketchbook from Speedball Art.

Finale: An album cover selected at Fireplace Records is included in registration and becomes the basis for the group’s final drawing activity at Franklins.

Drinks: Each registration includes one drink ticket for beer or soda. Beer is available only to participants age 21 and over.

Ages and experience: All skill levels are welcome, and no prior art experience is necessary.

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