Spring Blooms: Sip and Paint
Date: Friday, June 5 from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $100
Ages: 21+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Unwind, sip, and get creative in this relaxing, beginner-friendly Sip & Paint experience! Under the guidance of a classically trained artist, you’ll create your own beautiful spring floral oil painting—no experience required.
Enjoy a glass of wine (or your favorite beverage) as you paint in a fun, supportive atmosphere designed to spark creativity and joy. Whether you’re an experienced artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this class is all about relaxing, learning a little, and leaving with a painting you’ll be proud of.
Please dress for mess!
Scholarships through the City of Everett are available for all Sorticulture classes! To apply, please fill out our form here!
Toned Paper Portrait Drawing
Date: Saturday & Sunday, June 27 - 28, from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This two-day workshop begins with a lecture and demonstration focused on classical realism techniques and traditional materials. Students will then apply what they’ve learned by drawing from a live model, with instruction supported by ongoing demonstrations, individualized feedback, and group critique.
Throughout the workshop, students will learn how to approach portrait drawing in the vein of classical realism, using time-tested methods and materials. By the end of the class, each student will complete a realistic portrait on toned paper using graphite and white chalk.
Materials to bring to class:
Paper (choose ONE option):
Strathmore 400 Series Artagain Pad (12” x 18”, assorted tones)
OR 1–2 sheets Strathmore Artagain (19” x 25”) in Moonstone, Gotham Gray, or Steel Gray
OR 1–2 sheets Canson Mi-Teintes (19” x 25”) in gray tones
Pencils
White:
3 × General’s White Charcoal Pencils (or similar)
Graphite (HB–8B range):
Staedtler Mars Lumograph Sketch Set
or individual pencils (HB, 2B, 3B, 4B, 6B, 8B)
Erasers
Kneaded eraser
White vinyl eraser
Tombow Mono Zero Precision Eraser
Drawing Surface
Drawing board slightly larger than your paper
(foam core works great)Optional: newsprint pad underneath
Tools
2–4 clips (bulldog clips recommended)
X-Acto knife or box cutter
220 grit sandpaper
Artist tape
Optional (recommended but not required)
ArtBin Sketch Pac Storage Box
Soft brush (for eraser dust)
Glassine (to protect drawings)
Portfolio for transport
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Weekend Figure Drawing Workshop for Youth
Date: Saturday & Sunday, August 1 - 2, from 9:30 am–4:30 pm
Fee: $295/ discount with member code
Ages: 12 - 17
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This figure drawing class offers students the opportunity to work from a professional live, fully clothed model while building strong observational and technical skills. Poses will begin with short gestures and gradually progress into longer, sustained poses, allowing students to develop both speed and accuracy in their drawings.
Class sessions include demonstrations, guided practice, and one-on-one critique. Instruction focuses on a classical realism approach, helping students strengthen their understanding of proportion, structure, and form.
Students will learn the fundamentals of figure drawing and create multiple drawings throughout the course that reflect their growing confidence and skill.
There will be a one-hour break for stretching and refreshment during class each day, so please remember to bring a lunch or snack.
Materials list to bring to class:
Pencils (choose one):
Staedtler Mars Lumograph set (6 pencils), or
3 each of: H, F, HB, 2B, 4B (Staedtler Mars Lumograph)
Paper:
Strathmore 400 Drawing Pad (18" x 24")
Newsprint Pad (18" x 24")
Erasers:
Kneaded eraser
Vinyl eraser
Tools & Supplies:
Box cutter or X-Acto knife
220 grit sandpaper
Artist tape
Pencil pouch (for storage)
Drawing Surface:
Drawing board or foam core board (larger than your paper size)
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Weekend Figure Drawing Workshop
Date: Saturday & Sunday, August 22–23, from 9:30 am–4:30 pm
Fee: $295/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
This figure drawing class invites students to develop their skills while working from a professional live nude model. Poses will begin with short gestures and gradually progress into longer, sustained poses, helping students build both speed and accuracy in their drawings.
Class sessions include demonstrations, dedicated model time, and one-on-one critique. Instruction is grounded in a classical realism approach, supporting the development of strong observational skills, proportion, and form.
Students will learn the fundamentals of figure drawing and create multiple drawings throughout the class, building confidence and refining their technique over time.
There will be a one-hour break for stretching and refreshment during class each day, so please remember to bring a lunch or plan to visit a nearby eatery such as The Sisters or The Sno-Isle Co-op (among others).
Materials list to bring to class:
Pencils (choose one):
Staedtler Mars Lumograph set (6 pencils), or
3 each of: H, F, HB, 2B, 4B (Staedtler Mars Lumograph)
Paper:
Strathmore 400 Drawing Pad (18" x 24")
Newsprint Pad (18" x 24")
Erasers:
Kneaded eraser
Vinyl eraser
Tools & Supplies:
Box cutter or X-Acto knife
220 grit sandpaper
Artist tape
Pencil pouch (for storage)
Drawing Surface:
Drawing board or foam core board (larger than your paper size)
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Introduction to Oil Painting: Beginner's Guide to Technique and Materials
Date: Sundays, April 5 - May 10, from 5 pm to 7 pm
Fee: $225/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 6
Instructor:Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
In this beginner-friendly oil painting class, you’ll learn the key techniques and fundamentals needed to work confidently and safely with oils. Guided by a classically trained artist, you’ll build a strong foundation in material handling, color mixing, brushwork, and composition.
By the end of the course, you’ll understand how to use oils effectively and have the skills to create balanced, well-executed paintings.
Materials list to bring to class:
You’re welcome to order these supplies online, but if you have the time, it’s recommended to visit your local art store instead. This gives you a chance to explore the variety of materials available and compare items in person.. ArtSpot Edmonds and Artist & Craftsman Supply are great places. Blick is also a good alternative.
Oil Paint (one 4oz tube or smaller of each color):
*Be cautious not to get water soluble oil paint!
Ivory Black
Burnt Sienna
Titanium White
Raw Umber
Viridian Green
Ultramarine Blue
A container to wash paints in (any container that can double as a brush cleaning and solvent storage is good—a glass jar is ok too!)
A container for linseed oil (a glass jar is ok too!)
Paintbrushes (there are many options—you can always ask your local art store to help you put together a set that fits your budget, but you will want an assortment of sizes and styles of synthetic or mongoose brushes in filbert, flat, and round. This is an example of a starter set, but please feel free to shop around.
Roll of disposable plastic bags
If you have any questions regarding the materials list, please feel free to reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Core Drawing 101: Drawing for All Levels
Date: Sundays, April 5 - May 10, from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Fee: $200/ discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 6
Instructor:Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
In this class, you’ll strengthen your drawing skills by revisiting the core principles that all great artists rely on. Guided by an atelier-trained, classical artist, you’ll focus on careful, deliberate practice to improve your understanding of form, light, and space.
Drawing from traditional 17th-century techniques, you’ll work through exercises on proportion, gesture, value, and the use of light and shadow. The goal is not just to draw what you see, but to see more clearly—developing the eye and mindset of an artist.
This class is perfect for anyone who wants to reconnect with the fundamentals of drawing or refresh their existing skills.
Materials list to bring to class:
You’re welcome to order these supplies online, but if you have the time, it’s recommended to visit your local art store instead. This gives you a chance to explore the variety of materials available and compare items in person.. ArtSpot Edmonds and Artist & Craftsman Supply are great places. Blick is also a good alternative.
Pencil pouch for storing your drawing supplies
Strathmore 400 Drawing Paper (18x24)
Box Cutter Knife or Xacto Knife
*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org