Classes
2024 Classes
Acrylic Foundations Class
March 10, 17, 24, April 7: a 4 session beginning acrylics class on Sunday afternoons 1-4 PM, Sandlily Studio, cost will be $198 for instruction and all supplies. Class is limited to 5. The goal of this class is to help you develop acrylic skills which will make it easier to paint what you want and how you want. This course is set up for the beginner who wants to start out right.
Lessons will include:
- Types of brushes and sub-straights and how to control the media
- How to set up a limited palette
- How to layer and use glazes
- How to use a limited palette and mix the colors you want
- How to use sketches and photos to create compositions
- Learn the basics of perspective
- Learn to have a strong focal point and be able to say more with less paint
- Gain the confidence to use your paints whenever the mood strikes, if the weather is good... we will even paint outside en plein air!
Composition Collage - At the Museum of Art Fort Collins
Wednesday, April 17, 5:30-8:30pm at the Museum of Art Fort Collins, go to their website to register.
Use various collage techniques to make a reference book of 18 compositional design ideas. This reference book will be invaluable for future use in your creative work.
Hidden Garden Concertina Journal - At the Gardens on Spring Creek
Saturday, April 20, 9-Noon, Sign up on the Gardens on Spring Creek Website.
Lets explore nature in black and white using art journaling techniques that anyone can do! We will begin by making our journal and then fill it with whimsical nature patterns using a plethora of fun supplies!
Foundational Watercolor
Coming in June : a 4 session beginning watercolor class, Sandlily Studio, cost will be $198 for 16 hours of instruction and all supplies. Class is limited to 5.
The goal of this class is to help you develop watercolor skills which will make it easier to paint what you want and how you want. This course is set up for the beginner who wants to start out right on advancing their skills.
Lessons will include:
- Types of brushes and how to control water
- Using different types of paper and when to use them
- How to set up a limited palette
- How to layer and use glazes
- How to work wet-in-wet
- How to use a limited palette and mix the colors you want
- How to use sketches and photos to create compositions
- Learn the basics of perspective
- Learn to have a strong focal point and be able to say more with less paint
- Gain the confidence to use your paints and paper whenever the mood strikes
NEW! Advanced Watercolor
3 Classes coming this summer, $125 includes all supplies. Now that you know the basics, let's use them to get to a higher level! In this class we will work on negative painting, pour painting, composition, working with resists, layering and color mixing.
Watch for more class updates
GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE!
Paint and Sip Parties available for up to 6 people.
Paint and Sip Parties available for up to 6 people.
MORE CLASS iDEAS - Let me know if you would like to schedule one of these:
Staycation in Watercolor - Let’s create water, waves, seashells and sand in this intermediate watercolor class (some previous watercolor experience required)
3 hour class, $60
Basic ZentangleTM - Tangle art is done by drawing creative repetitive patterns. This meditative method of art can be done by anyone! (No “artistic ability” needed – even though I think everyone has it.)
2 hour class, $40
Loose and Lovely Watercolor Florals - Would you like to paint flowers in a fast and loose way? Whether you are new to watercolor or are looking to “loosen up”, you will find some techniques to add to your bag of tricks. We will explore painting and composition exercises to encourage a fresh approach to painting flowers. Discover concepts of a basic flower arrangement to paint from as well as your own imagination. Explore the fundamentals of negative space painting, expressive brush techniques and become less detail-oriented. Celebrate summer flowers and lets paint them WILD!
2 hour class, $25
Oracle Cards -Oracle cards are tools for self reflection. They can be added to your spiritual practice or just used for fun. The best thing about making your own deck is you can make it how ever you want! In class we will learn about different types of card decks and how to use them. Whether for guidance, affirmations or just settling your mind - oracle cards are so much fun to make! We will be using mixed media including watercolor, collage, acrylic paint, paint sticks and more. Come ready for a fun and creative play date!
3 hours, $60
Hidden Garden Concertina Journal - Lets explore nature in black and white using art journaling techniques that anyone can do! We will begin by making our journal and then fill it with whimsical nature patterns using a plethora of fun supplies!
3 hour class
Watercolor Trees and Clouds – One of my most requested classes! Learn the correct way to shape a tree, mix greens, make a cloud “glow” and much more! Clouds are an elusive subject, constantly changing and breaking the rules we might place upon their appearance. Trees can make or break a landscape and come in such a variety of shapes and colors it is an ongoing decision making process… however there are a few easy skills to use on both of these subjects that will take your paintings up to the next level!
We will be learning about the right way to shape a tree and mixing greens and other colors to show volume and focus. Three methods of painting negative clouds and three methods of painting positive clouds. Tips on showing perspective in both subjects as well as learning how to make clouds “glow” in a blue sky or at sunset. When you paint clouds and trees, you run the fine line between analytically constructing them and abstractly applying the paint.
This class for the person that already has some watercolor experience and understands basic wet on wet vs wet on dry techniques, brush work and color mixing.
3 hour class, $60
Birds , Bees, Flowers & Trees Nature Sketching
Capture the essence of our beautiful surroundings in your sketchbook. Lets learn the basics of drawing flora, trees, birds and more. Develop your observation skills as you built your confidence in your drawing. We will work with mixed media (graphite, watercolor, color pencils, ink) and art techniques including mark-making, negative space, color mixing and sketchbook composition...with a little journaling thrown in!
3 hour class, $60
Creative Hand Lettering for use with art journals and more! - Experience the joy and obsession of hand lettering! Whether it is just working on your own sense of style or wanting to recreate postings that you have seen, hand lettering can be used for many things including a type of meditative art practice!
We will have all of the fun supplies for you to try out – papers, brush pens, watercolors, and more. Learn several techniques that will end with a finished product ready to use! This is NOT a traditional calligraphy class, it is more like working with your intuitive hand writing and turning it into decorative script! All materials included.
4 hour class, $65
Travel Journaling with Your Sketchbook – Get ready for your next adventure and take along your journal to really see the sites! This class features ink sketching along with watercolor and watercolor pencils. Learn the techniques, supplies, and knowledge to make your next vacation even more memorable. No need to worry about wait times at the airport, delays on the train, you always can have a fun memorable experience with your journal and limited supplies. Using a sketchbook journal on your travels forces you to slow down and interact with your environment in an amazing way that will bring the trip back to mind in an instant at a future glance! We will be working some outside "plein air", so please bring a sun hat and bottle of water. All materials included.
4 hour class, $65
Basics of Plein Air Painting with Acrylics (painting outside) – Some painting experience needed. Learn to use the “impressionist palette”, the best supplies and equipment, how to choose a subject, use a quick block-in to preserve the light. work on values and more.
5 hour class, $95
Expressive Portraits - The class will focus on using inspiration from the human face. Basic lessons on how to draw and “map” a face from a photographic model, then we will move to using that face as an inspiration for a collage and mixed media portrait. We will also do a portrait in basic black and white using charcoal to learn about facial planes, angles and highlights and shadows. A wonderful introduction to using faces in your art.
4 hours, $65
Beyond the Brush – Mixed Media Art Journaling
Learn how to use credit cards, food wrap, tooth brushes, styrofoam and other household items to create stunning, multi-layered art. This is something anyone can do as an important self-care activity during stressful times, or just for the pure joy of messy creation!
Noon-4, $70
Journal Making
Learn to make 5 different types of journal books! These journals can be used for sketching, art, or writing – or some of each! These also make great gifts!
Staycation in Watercolor - Let’s create water, waves, seashells and sand in this intermediate watercolor class (some previous watercolor experience required)
3 hour class, $60
Basic ZentangleTM - Tangle art is done by drawing creative repetitive patterns. This meditative method of art can be done by anyone! (No “artistic ability” needed – even though I think everyone has it.)
2 hour class, $40
Loose and Lovely Watercolor Florals - Would you like to paint flowers in a fast and loose way? Whether you are new to watercolor or are looking to “loosen up”, you will find some techniques to add to your bag of tricks. We will explore painting and composition exercises to encourage a fresh approach to painting flowers. Discover concepts of a basic flower arrangement to paint from as well as your own imagination. Explore the fundamentals of negative space painting, expressive brush techniques and become less detail-oriented. Celebrate summer flowers and lets paint them WILD!
2 hour class, $25
Oracle Cards -Oracle cards are tools for self reflection. They can be added to your spiritual practice or just used for fun. The best thing about making your own deck is you can make it how ever you want! In class we will learn about different types of card decks and how to use them. Whether for guidance, affirmations or just settling your mind - oracle cards are so much fun to make! We will be using mixed media including watercolor, collage, acrylic paint, paint sticks and more. Come ready for a fun and creative play date!
3 hours, $60
Hidden Garden Concertina Journal - Lets explore nature in black and white using art journaling techniques that anyone can do! We will begin by making our journal and then fill it with whimsical nature patterns using a plethora of fun supplies!
3 hour class
Watercolor Trees and Clouds – One of my most requested classes! Learn the correct way to shape a tree, mix greens, make a cloud “glow” and much more! Clouds are an elusive subject, constantly changing and breaking the rules we might place upon their appearance. Trees can make or break a landscape and come in such a variety of shapes and colors it is an ongoing decision making process… however there are a few easy skills to use on both of these subjects that will take your paintings up to the next level!
We will be learning about the right way to shape a tree and mixing greens and other colors to show volume and focus. Three methods of painting negative clouds and three methods of painting positive clouds. Tips on showing perspective in both subjects as well as learning how to make clouds “glow” in a blue sky or at sunset. When you paint clouds and trees, you run the fine line between analytically constructing them and abstractly applying the paint.
This class for the person that already has some watercolor experience and understands basic wet on wet vs wet on dry techniques, brush work and color mixing.
3 hour class, $60
Birds , Bees, Flowers & Trees Nature Sketching
Capture the essence of our beautiful surroundings in your sketchbook. Lets learn the basics of drawing flora, trees, birds and more. Develop your observation skills as you built your confidence in your drawing. We will work with mixed media (graphite, watercolor, color pencils, ink) and art techniques including mark-making, negative space, color mixing and sketchbook composition...with a little journaling thrown in!
3 hour class, $60
Creative Hand Lettering for use with art journals and more! - Experience the joy and obsession of hand lettering! Whether it is just working on your own sense of style or wanting to recreate postings that you have seen, hand lettering can be used for many things including a type of meditative art practice!
We will have all of the fun supplies for you to try out – papers, brush pens, watercolors, and more. Learn several techniques that will end with a finished product ready to use! This is NOT a traditional calligraphy class, it is more like working with your intuitive hand writing and turning it into decorative script! All materials included.
4 hour class, $65
Travel Journaling with Your Sketchbook – Get ready for your next adventure and take along your journal to really see the sites! This class features ink sketching along with watercolor and watercolor pencils. Learn the techniques, supplies, and knowledge to make your next vacation even more memorable. No need to worry about wait times at the airport, delays on the train, you always can have a fun memorable experience with your journal and limited supplies. Using a sketchbook journal on your travels forces you to slow down and interact with your environment in an amazing way that will bring the trip back to mind in an instant at a future glance! We will be working some outside "plein air", so please bring a sun hat and bottle of water. All materials included.
4 hour class, $65
Basics of Plein Air Painting with Acrylics (painting outside) – Some painting experience needed. Learn to use the “impressionist palette”, the best supplies and equipment, how to choose a subject, use a quick block-in to preserve the light. work on values and more.
5 hour class, $95
Expressive Portraits - The class will focus on using inspiration from the human face. Basic lessons on how to draw and “map” a face from a photographic model, then we will move to using that face as an inspiration for a collage and mixed media portrait. We will also do a portrait in basic black and white using charcoal to learn about facial planes, angles and highlights and shadows. A wonderful introduction to using faces in your art.
4 hours, $65
Beyond the Brush – Mixed Media Art Journaling
Learn how to use credit cards, food wrap, tooth brushes, styrofoam and other household items to create stunning, multi-layered art. This is something anyone can do as an important self-care activity during stressful times, or just for the pure joy of messy creation!
Noon-4, $70
Journal Making
Learn to make 5 different types of journal books! These journals can be used for sketching, art, or writing – or some of each! These also make great gifts!
Ready to start working "plein air"?
No mater what time of year, it is always the best time to get outdoors and discover the beauty around you!
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Ready to get your creative juices flowing?
Now's the time to take some time out just for you with one of these classes.
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Have a specific project in mind?
I can help you get started, or take it to the next level.
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