Join us for yoga - art - and more in 2026
Perceptions Yoga, Mindfulness & Art will welcome artist and educator Becky Sargent for “Wilds, Whimsies, and Whatnots,” an October exhibition celebrating imagination, color, and the wonderfully unexpected.
The exhibition opens with a public reception on Friday, October 2, from 5–7 PM and remains on display throughout October, concluding with a closing reception on Friday, October 30, from 5–7 PM.
Sargent describes the collection as “critters, creatures, and creations as I see them in my imagination,” with many works inspired by her own photography—although inspiration sometimes takes a different path.
“Sometimes it is just what the paint wants to say,” Sargent explains. “Life requires whimsy and color. I try to add as much as possible to my artwork.”
An artist, educator, and community volunteer, Sargent has 27 years of experience teaching elementary art. Her own creative work spans photography, clay, and painting and reflects her passion for tactile and visual storytelling. Outside the studio and classroom, she volunteers weekly with Mercy Rescue and enjoys spending time with her three sons and new daughter-in-law.
As part of the October exhibition, Perceptions will also host a Pumpkin Carving Class on Saturday, October 17, from noon–3 PM. The class is limited to 12 participants.
Community members are invited to attend the opening reception, explore Sargent’s colorful and imaginative work throughout the month, and return for the closing reception on October 30.
Celebrate the season at Perceptions’ 6th Annual Holiday Art Show & Sale! Discover original works available for purchase from more than 20 local artists. Find a meaningful holiday gift, choose something special for your home, and celebrate the creativity in our community.
Public Opening: Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Make something special for your home or a thoughtful handmade gift. All classes are open to the public and take place at Perceptions from noon–2 p.m. Space is limited; please sign up in advance.
Saturdays, November 14 & 28 and December 5 & 19
Enjoy a creative afternoon painting or glazing a Christmas ceramic piece.
Suggested donation: $15–$20 to paint or $30–$40 to glaze.
Capacity: November 28—12 participants; December 5—10 participants; December 19—16 participants.
Saturday, November 21
Join Karen Chilman to transform a gourd into a festive snowman or Santa for your seasonal décor or holiday gift giving.
Suggested donation: $25–$35
Instructor: Karen Chilman
Capacity: 16 participants
Saturday, December 5
Give your doorstep a seasonal touch! Paint a door mat with a holiday or winter design to welcome guests or give as a gift.
Suggested donation: $25
Capacity: 6 participants
Sign up for a holiday class and enjoy browsing artwork from local artists while you’re here!
Perceptions Yoga, Mindfulness & Art is supported with funding by the Indiana Arts Commission, National Endowment for the Arts, and Columbus Area Arts Council.
Take a pause during the busy holiday season with Yoga for Health: Holiday De-Stress, a four-week series at Perceptions in Vernon.
Thursdays: November 19; December 3, 10, and 17
There will be no class Thanksgiving week.
This is a donation-based class; pay what you can afford. Registration is requested, as space is limited. Please complete this form to let us know you plan to attend.
EVENT UPDATE: Chili, Brushes & Brews
We’re sorry to share that Chili, Brushes & Brews, scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2026, has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances affecting instructor availability.
We know some of you were looking forward to this event, and we appreciate your understanding.
Rather than reschedule later this year, we plan to bring Chili, Brushes & Brews back in 2027. We’ll share a new date once plans are in place.
Thank you for your continued support of Perceptions Yoga, Mindfulness & Art. ❤️
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