Date: Sunday, April 12, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fee: $95/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Discover how to combine the soft transparency of watercolor with the crisp detail of colored pencils as you create a vibrant desert landscape. In this relaxing and inspiring workshop, you’ll learn techniques for blending both mediums to capture the unique shapes and tones of cacti, the brightness of desert flowers, and the gentle presence of a bird perched among the plants. By the end of class, you’ll have a finished desert landscape featuring cacti, flowers, and a bird.

All supplies provided.

Date: Sunday, May 3, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fee: $95/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Learn how to paint a beautiful and expressive bird by combining the softness and transparency of watercolor with the vibrant texture of acrylic paint. This workshop will guide you through blending both mediums to create realistic feathers, depth, and light effects. You’ll explore techniques for layering colors, adding fine details, and balancing fluid washes with textured brushstrokes—an easy, entertaining approach that produces wonderful results. By the end of class, you’ll have created a beautiful, realistic bird painting.

All supplies provided.

Date: Sunday, June 7, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fee: $95/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Discover how to combine the soft transparency of watercolor with the crisp detail of colored pencils as you create a vibrant desert landscape. In this relaxing and inspiring workshop, you’ll learn techniques for blending both mediums to capture the unique shapes and tones of cacti, the brightness of desert flowers, and the gentle presence of a bird perched among the plants. By the end of class, you’ll have a finished desert landscape featuring cacti, flowers, and a bird.

All supplies provided!

Scholarships through the City of Everett are available for all Sorticulture classes! To apply, please fill out our form here!

Date: Saturday and Sunday, July 11 -12, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Fee: $90/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Explore the vibrant world of Mexican folk art in this colorful, hands-on workshop! Students will create their own Lele doll artwork, inspired by the traditional handmade dolls of the Otomi community — a joyful symbol of heritage and culture.

Using soft pastels for rich, blendable color and glowing backgrounds, along with markers for crisp details and decorative patterns, participants will develop mixed-media skills while exploring color blending, layering, and gradient techniques. Markers will be used to add clean outlines and intricate patterns inspired by traditional embroidery designs.

By the end of class, each student will have a unique Lele doll artwork that showcases their creativity and celebrates the beauty of Mexican folk art.

All supplies are provided.

Date: Saturday and Sunday, July 25 - 26, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Fee: $90/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Dive into the beauty and energy of the ocean in this hands-on, expressive art workshop! Students will create their own vibrant seascape, inspired by the shimmering light, movement, and flow of waves. Using acrylic paints, participants will experiment with color blending, brush techniques, and layering to capture the glow of the sky and the motion of the sea.

Mixed media elements will be incorporated to add texture and dimension to water, foam, and waves, giving each seascape a dynamic, lifelike quality.

By the end of class, students will have a unique ocean artwork that showcases their creativity and their mastery of mixed-media techniques.

All supplies are provided.

Date: Saturday and Sunday, August 1- 2, from 2 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $125/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio

Channel your inner Frida Kahlo and create a one-of-a-kind necklace inspired by her iconic hearts—symbols of passion, strength, and artistic spirit. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn basic modeling techniques using cold porcelain (aka pasta fría), explore the rich symbolism found in Mexican folk art, and mix textures like natural stones and metallic accents to craft a bold, meaningful pendant. You’ll design your own heart-shaped charm and turn it into a wearable piece of art that’s full of personality, style, and story. Whether you're into jewelry, Frida, or just want to try something new, this class is all about creativity and self-expression.

All supplies provided.

Date: Saturday and Sunday, August 29 - 30, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Fee: $90/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Explore the delicate beauty of nature in this colorful and inspiring art workshop! Using acrylic paints and soft pastels, students will experiment with blending, layering, and texturing techniques to capture light, movement, and detail in their artwork.

Participants will learn to combine acrylics and pastels, create depth through layering, and develop confidence in painting detailed, nature-inspired scenes.

By the end of class, each student will have a finished artwork celebrating dragonflies in their natural surroundings, including plants, water, and the subtle beauty of their environment.

All supplies are provided.