Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 pm

April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

All levels welcome. 

Painters will be given the option to follow given exercises or get help developing a painting based on their own reference. We will work from photo reference unless you want to bring in a small object for still life. 

Each monthly course has a general focus that can be deviated from if it is not useful. If you are challenged, select the given exercise; if not, you can choose another area of focus for the day. 

Class 1. Value/measuring/color spots 

Class 2. Limited palette and interpreting color temperature and saturation. 

Class 3. Earth palette and mark-making 

Class 4. Putting it together/developing an area of focus (value, color, etc.). 

Each of these topics gets fleshed out a bit differently each month depending on class participants and their experience, combined with the given or self-chosen reference. The object or subject of your painting can be anything: portrait, landscape, still life.

I approach painting as a type of note-taking on our visual experience. Each study can be developed into a final work if desired, but I focus on small studies over final works of art for beginners. We discuss the basics of painting and concepts meant to change how we think about what painting is and what we can do with it. 

I use Golden Open acrylics; you may use whatever paint you wish. I suggest working small (9x12) on painting paper or loose canvas, but you may choose the size and support of your choice.

Supply List: 

● Strathmore 400 Acrylic paper - durable, heavyweight paper (246lb, 400 g/M2) is perfect for Acrylic painting as are canvas boards. 9x12 up to 11x17. I am currently working on 11x14, canvas boards.

● Paint, Golden Open Acrylics, or regular Acrylic if you prefer. I use OPEN acrylic by Golden.

● Please do not bring “decorative” paints or “Artists Loft” like you see at Michaels or “pour” paints.

● Brushes (princeton sets from Michaels are fine, I use them) flats, rounds, filberts assortment.

● Palettes knives for mixing and painting

Mondays, 6:30 - 8:30 pm

April 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29

Come play and learn the basics of watercolor while completing different exercises in a small painting each week.

The class is designed to help students learn and practice various watercolor techniques, including color mixing, paper, brushes, and paint!

The class is open to all skill levels. Students must provide their own supplies.

About Pam

Pam Carraway is a watercolor painter and teacher from Edmonds, WA. She loves playing with colors and learning the ins and outs of what can be done with watercolor. Fur, feathers, and faces are her favorite subjects. Pam has been selected for the Edmonds Arts Festival Gallery 2021 - 2023 and was a selected artist in the Edmonds Artwalk February 2023. She also teaches at Cole Art Studio, Red Sky Gallery, and Mystic Art Supply. Pam's artwork can be found at Mystic Art Supply or the Edmonds Summer Market. She is also available for pet portrait commissions.

 Watercolor Supply List

Oil Painting Open Paint for the Months of April, May and June

Tuesdays, 3:30 - 5:30 pm

Class will meet every Tuesday except for April 16th and May 28th

That is 11 classes for $550.

This class is oil painting and drawing lessons for students 14 and over, mixed adults and teens. 

If you are a new student, plan on spending your first class getting to know your oil color palette and completing a color wheel.  

After the first session, students work on their own pieces at their own pace. Most paintings require a minimum of three classes to complete. 

You can work from your photo reference or one of mine. See the BLOG page on the website for helpful tips and reference images. 

Please email me a copy of the image you would like to work from, your skill level, and anything in particular you are interested in learning.  

An iPad or laptop works best for viewing your images. Printed photos work as well.

Wear old clothes as oil paint stains. You will be added to the student newsletter, so check your junk email if you don't receive it. 

All supplies are provided, but please feel free to bring your favorite paintbrushes. We paint on canvas, but Ampersand Boards are available for an additional charge. 

Oil Painting Open Paint for the Months of April

Tuesdays, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Class will meet every Tuesday except for April 16th 

This class is oil painting and drawing lessons for students 14 and over, mixed adults and teens. 

If you are a new student, plan on spending your first class getting to know your oil color palette and completing a color wheel.  

After the first session, students work on their own pieces at their own pace. Most paintings require a minimum of three classes to complete. 

You can work from your photo reference or one of mine. See the BLOG page on the website for helpful tips and reference images. 

Please email me a copy of the image you would like to work from, your skill level, and anything in particular you are interested in learning.  

An iPad or laptop works best for viewing your images. Printed photos work as well.

Wear old clothes as oil paint stains. You will be added to the student newsletter, so check your junk email if you don't receive it. 

All supplies are provided, but please feel free to bring your favorite paintbrushes. We paint on canvas, but Ampersand Boards are available for an additional charge. 

Oil Painting Open Paint for the Months of April, May and June

Tuesdays, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Class will meet every Tuesday except for April 16th and May 28th

That is 11 classes for $550.

This class is oil painting and drawing lessons for students 14 and over, mixed adults and teens. 

If you are a new student, plan on spending your first class getting to know your oil color palette and completing a color wheel.  

After the first session, students work on their own pieces at their own pace. Most paintings require a minimum of three classes to complete. 

You can work from your photo reference or one of mine. See the BLOG page on the website for helpful tips and reference images. 

Please email me a copy of the image you would like to work from, your skill level, and anything in particular you are interested in learning.  

An iPad or laptop works best for viewing your images. Printed photos work as well.

Wear old clothes as oil paint stains. You will be added to the student newsletter, so check your junk email if you don't receive it. 

All supplies are provided, but please feel free to bring your favorite paintbrushes. We paint on canvas, but Ampersand Boards are available for an additional charge. 

Thursdays, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Quarterly - April, May & June

Ages 18+

All levels welcome. Students are required to bring their own supplies.

Watercolor Club will run 13 consecutive weeks, Thursdays from 9 am-12 noon, beginning April 4, 2024, and ending June 27, 2024.

Watercolor Club intends to engage watercolor painters of any level in a self-directed, weekly practice of building watercolor skills in a supportive community.

Teaching Artist Kelly Handley will introduce brief optional demonstrations at the beginning of Club Time for members who want to focus on building specific skills.

Students bring their own supplies. 

SUPPLY LISTwatercolor

Please get in touch with Kelly Handley, Teaching Artist, with any questions; email address: WatercolorClub@KellyHandley.com.

Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

April 4, 11, 18 and 25th

Students will learn the basics of acrylic painting, including how to mix colors, create washes, and use different techniques to create texture and depth in their paintings. Students will learn how to combine acrylic painting and mixed media techniques to create unique paintings showcasing creativity and skill.

Are you ready to get your feet wet?

Join me for an Introduction to Watercolor Workshop

Saturday, April 27th, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

This 4-hour session will teach you the basics of Watercolor Painting, including paint, brushes, paper, colors, painting techniques, and more.

After this class, you will be ready to paint independently or take more Watercolor Classes.

This is an Introductory Level Class. Students must provide their own supplies.  SUPPLY LIST Alternatively, students can use the studio supplies for a $25 supply fee. Supply fee to be paid at the start of the workshop. Please email pam at pamiamiam66@me.com and let her know if you will be using your own supplies or the studio supplies.