Painting

Come join us for a fun, creative evening and try something new, whether you are a total beginner or an experienced artist! In this two-hour workshop, you'll learn fluid art techniques to create your own one-of-a-kind abstract painting, no experience necessary. Come solo, bring a friend, or make it a date night! All materials are included, and you'll receive a drink voucher to use at Phipps concessions. Get ready to experiment, relax, and take home a beautiful work of art! Different techniques taught each session.

Explore the unique process of watercolor batik, a contemporary take on the ancient Javanese technique of using watercolor paint and wax. No painting or drawing experience necessary! You'll work from an image traced onto rice paper and then use melted wax and watercolor to create a beautiful final work of art.

Building on the foundations of Intro to Watercolor, this six-week class takes your practice further. Students develop more advanced techniques alongside composition and narrative skills — learning not just how to paint, but how to make deliberate choices about what a painting says and how it's arranged. Materials list emailed prior to the first class.

Join us for this fun, beginner-friendly six-week watercolor class! Students will cover the basics of watercolor painting, including materials, brushwork, color mixing, and foundational techniques. Explore your creativity as you build and practice new skills with guided exercises and projects. No experience necessary. Materials list will be emailed prior to the first class.

This supportive studio-style class is great for students with some watercolor experience who want to keep growing their skills, but beginners are welcome, too! Each session includes instruction and demonstrations from teaching artist John Grancorvitz, with plenty of time to work on your own projects. Whether you're refining techniques or exploring new ideas, you'll get feedback and guidance to help you develop your style. Materials list will be emailed prior to the first class.