Mixed Media Art: Humming Bird
Date: Saturday, March 21, 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
Explore the vibrant world of colored pencils and oil pastels as you use your imagination to create a colorful desert scene. This workshop will teach techniques for blending, layering, and adding texture, allowing you to capture the energy and beauty of a desert oasis. By the end of class, you’ll have a finished, vibrant desert landscape full of color and life.
All supplies provided.
Homeschool Art Day: Playing with Portraits
Dates: Friday, March 27, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $20
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Explore a variety of artistic themes and techniques, from watercolor to collage, while building skills in composition, color theory, and art history. Each session features an engaging theme and is designed to complement academic learning by encouraging literacy, observation, critical thinking, communication, and social development.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Educator Workshop Spring 2026
Art of Environmentalism: Exploring Waterways Through Art and STEM
March 27th, 5:00–8:00 PM
March 28th, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Registration: $70
7 WA State Clock Hours
Discover how art can serve as a dynamic bridge between environmental science, mathematics, and creative expression in this inspiring educator workshop designed for teachers seeking interdisciplinary approaches and STEM Clock Hours.
Join fellow educators and teaching artists for a hands-on weekend exploring how eco-conscious art practices can deepen student understanding of environmental systems, material science, and data-informed design. Through project-based learning experiences, participants will examine how recycled and natural materials open opportunities to teach scientific inquiry, engineering thinking, measurement, and problem-solving within the art classroom.
Educators will:
Explore the science of sustainable materials and life cycles
Integrate environmental data, observation, and systems thinking into visual art projects
Connect design challenges to engineering principles and resource management
Discuss contemporary artists whose work addresses climate change and environmental justice
Participants will leave with ready-to-implement, standards-aligned lesson plans that support math and science integration while fostering environmental literacy and student advocacy. This workshop supports educators looking to meaningfully blend art, sustainability, and STEM learning — equipping you with practical tools to meet curriculum goals while inspiring the next generation of environmentally conscious thinkers.
3-Dimensional Fruit Painting
Dates: Fridays, April 3 - April 24, from 1 pm to 4 pm
Fee: $225/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
In this workshop, students will learn how to create a relief fruit sculpture on canvas using lightweight construction foam and flexible modeling paste. Each participant will select a fruit of their choice—such as a pomegranate, lemon, orange, or similar—and build the raised form using sculpting foam as the core structure.
Students will refine the surface and sculpt dimensional branches using SamanArt Flexible Modeling Paste. They will also learn painting techniques for both the background and the sculpted fruit using acrylics, and will complete their piece with painted leaves to enhance the composition.
By the end of the session, each student will have a fully sculpted and painted 16x20-inch relief artwork ready to take home.
Materials Students Need to Bring:
Please dress for mess!
Gel Printing with Drawing Media
Date: Saturday, April 4, from 12:00 pm-4:00 pm
Fee: $125/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1 & 2
In this workshop, students will learn how to use various drawing media with a gel plate for printmaking. We’ll draw directly on our plates using acrylic and water-based markers and try transfer techniques using oil pastels and graphite.
This class is intended for students who have already taken a beginning gel printing workshop or have some experience using a gel plate.
Dress for mess!
All supplies included.
Mixed Media Art: Desert Blooms
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.
Homeschool Art Day: Spring Art Exploration
Dates: Friday, April 24, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $20
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Explore a variety of artistic themes and techniques, from watercolor to collage, while building skills in composition, color theory, and art history. Each session features an engaging theme and is designed to complement academic learning by encouraging literacy, observation, critical thinking, communication, and social development.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Mixed Media and Painting
Dates: Fridays, May 1 -29, from 1 pm to 4 pm
Fee: $255/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
In this hands-on workshop, students will explore the exciting world of mixed-media painting through step-by-step instruction. Participants will learn how to create rich, dimensional textures using modeling paste, building and layering it to add depth and tactile interest to their canvas.
They will also be introduced to decoupage techniques, incorporating printed photos or illustrations and seamlessly adhering, sealing, and blending them into the textured surface.
Finally, students will work with acrylic paints to enhance their compositions, learning how to blend colors, add depth, and unify the painted and decoupaged elements. Students will leave the class having completed two 16” x 20” canvases and one larger 19” x 23” work on a mixed-media board.
All supplies included.
Mixed Media Art: The Bird
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.
Gel Printing with Botanicals
Date: Sunday, May 3 from 12 pm - 3 pm
Fee: $115 discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1 & 2
In this workshop, students will be introduced to Gel Plate Printmaking using an 8" x 10" gel plate and acrylic paint. We’ll learn to work with leaves, ferns, branches, and flowers to build unique botanical gel prints. Our goal will be to create botanical monoprints and monotypes that can stand on their own, but gel-printed papers are also excellent material for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
Students will learn:
A basic understanding of how paints and papers may impact gel prints, including thick vs. thin papers, opaque vs. transparent layers, and “What is the right amount of paint?”
• How to use botanical items, such as leaves, ferns, and flowers as textures and masks for gel printing.
• How to clean, care for, and store a gel printing plate.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Mixed Media Flowers
Date: Saturday, May 9, from 11 am - 1:30 pm
Fee: $95 / discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jenna Brechbiel
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Dive into the world of mixed media painting with local artist Jenna Brechbiel. In this hands-on class, students will create their own floral painting while exploring layering techniques and multiple mediums to build depth and contrast on black paper. You’ll experiment with gouache, watercolor pencils, colored pencils, watercolor, and ink in a fun and supportive environment. Each student will leave with a finished mixed media floral painting.
All materials will be provided.
Making Unique Fabric Mache Bowls
Date: Saturday, May 9, from 12 pm -4 pm
Fee: $135 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Kate Dwyer
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
In this class, we will be making bowls using fabric, thread, glue, and balloons. Most students go home with 2 bowls after a very fun workshop!
Please bring a rotary cutter and any cotton or silk fabric you'd like to use.
Travel and Nature Sketching with Pencil, Pen and Watercolors
Date: Fridays, May 22 - June 26 (SKIP JUNE 5), from 6:45 pm to 8:45 pm
Fee: $210 / member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Living in the Beautiful Pacific Northwest, one can be inspired by our amazing environment on a daily basis! In this class, you'll learn all about how to draw and paint nature, scenery, and the environment with Pencil, Pen, and Watercolor, in this exciting new class!
All supplies provided.
Raised Stencil Art with Modeling Paste
Dates: Friday - Sunday, June 5 - 7, from 3 pm to 6 pm
Fee: $175/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Join us for a hands-on creative workshop where you’ll explore the art of raised stencil design using flexible modeling paste. Over the course of 3 sessions, you’ll learn how to create stunning textured backgrounds, apply stencils to achieve beautiful raised patterns, and bring your designs to life with acrylic paint.
Inspired by floral and botanical motifs, participants can choose from a variety of stencil designs to personalize their artwork. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this class will introduce you to exciting texture-building techniques that can be applied to mixed-media art, home décor, and more!
All supplies included.
Ikebana: Japanese Art of Flower Arrangement
Date: Saturday, June 6, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Fee: $95/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Akemi Sagawa
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement with a history spanning more than 500 years. Over time, many different schools have developed, each seeking a deeper understanding of this art form. The Sogetsu School, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary next year, is guided by the principle that Ikebana reflects the creativity of the individual. Using flowers, we create beauty through our own feelings and expression. Join us to experience the joy of creating your own arrangement.
In this workshop, the instructor will guide you step by step in creating your first Ikebana arrangement. For your convenience, all materials are provided, including flowers, scissors, and a container. You will take home the arrangement you create.
Mosaic Garden Bricks
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, June 6 - 7, from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Fee: $115/ discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Flame and Kiln Studio
In this creative workshop, students will design and craft their own garden mosaic bricks by applying colorful glass tiles directly onto classic clay bricks. Participants will learn the basics of mosaic layout, cutting, adhesion, and grouting as they create unique, weather-resistant pieces perfect for decorating garden beds, pathways, or outdoor spaces. After the second class, each student will leave with a beautifully finished mosaic brick ready to display at home.
All materials are provided.
Mixed Media Art: Desert Blooms
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!
Gel Printing with Botanicals
Date: Sunday, June 7 from 12 pm - 3 pm
Fee: $115 discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
In this workshop, students will be introduced to Gel Plate Printmaking using an 8" x 10" gel plate and acrylic paint. We’ll learn to work with leaves, ferns, branches, and flowers to build unique botanical gel prints. Our goal will be to create botanical monoprints and monotypes that can stand on their own, but gel-printed papers are also excellent material for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
Students will learn:
A basic understanding of how paints and papers may impact gel prints, including thick vs. thin papers, opaque vs. transparent layers, and “What is the right amount of paint?”
• How to use botanical items, such as leaves, ferns, and flowers as textures and masks for gel printing.
• How to clean, care for, and store a gel printing plate.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Bouquet Collage with Paper and Ink
Dates: Sunday, June 7, 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $95/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Andrea Lewicki
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Create bouquets of high-impact blooms with color collage shapes and drawn details using an easy composition hack and a no-mess collage technique for fast work.
All supplies are provided, and you’ll leave with a trio of bouquet collages.
Water Ways Summer Camp (July 6 - 9 | Ages 8 - 10)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 6 - 9, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 8-10 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Dive into the fascinating world of water! In this immersive camp, young artists will explore aquatic life from streams and lakes to the open ocean through engaging, hands-on art projects.
Campers will discover the creatures and ecosystems that live in and around water while creating water-themed artworks that incorporate sculpture, painting, and drawing. From sculpting fish and sea life to painting underwater scenes and drawing rippling landscapes, students will experiment with a variety of materials and techniques as they bring their ideas to life.
Along the way, we’ll explore creative problem-solving, simple STEM concepts, and sensory play as we learn about movement, habitats, and the unique environments that water creates.
Each student will leave with a collection of water-inspired artworks celebrating the beauty and diversity of aquatic life.
Please bring a lunch and get ready to make a splash in this creative adventure!
All supplies are provided.
Under the Sea Summer Camp (July 6 - 9 | Ages 5 - 7)
Dates: Monday -Thursday, July 6 - 9, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 5-7 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Mara Thornton
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Dive into the world of undersea art with us! In this 4-day camp, we'll explore the wonders of the ocean and the creatures that call it home. We'll learn about different types of marine life, from colorful fish to majestic whales, and how to create art inspired by the sea.
You'll get to experiment with different media like paint, model magic, and mixed media to create your own sea-themed masterpieces.
Please remember to bring a lunch and get ready to immerse yourself in creativity and discovery!
All supplies will be provided.
Intro to Gel Plate Printmaking
Date: Saturday, July 11, from 12:00-4:00 pm
Fee: $120/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
Learn how to create unique monoprints without a press using a gel printing plate. In this class, we'll use an 8" x 10" gel plate with acrylic paint, found textures, and DIY stencils and stamps. We'll work to create prints that can stand on their own, but gel-printed papers are also wonderful for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has minimal setup and is easy to do almost anywhere.
Students will learn:
Techniques for creating layered prints using a gel plate and acrylic paint.
How to use homemade stencils/masks and found objects to create interesting textures in your prints.
A basic understanding of how different paints and papers may impact your finished prints.
How to use, care for, and store a gel printing plate.
Students will create monoprints and a variety of printed papers using a gel plate. These prints may also be used for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Fairies and Folklore Summer Camp (July 13 - 16 | Ages 5 - 7)
Dates: Monday -Thursday, July 13 - 16, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 5-7 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Mara Thornton
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Join us in the magical world of fairies and folklore! In this 4-day camp, we’ll explore enchanting tales, woodland sprites, mystical creatures, and legendary beings from stories around the world. Students will draw inspiration from myths and fairy tales as they create art filled with imagination and wonder.
We’ll experiment with a variety of media such as paint, model magic, and mixed media to design whimsical characters, magical landscapes, and tiny treasures inspired by folklore traditions.
Please bring a lunch and get ready to immerse yourself in a world of myth and magic!
All supplies will be provided.
Fairies and Fantasy Summer Camp (July 13 - 16 | Ages 8 - 10)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 13 - 16, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 8-10 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Step into an enchanting world of magic and imagination! In this whimsical camp, young artists will create their own fairy and design a magical home using natural and upcycled materials.
Campers will build a glass jar fairy house and craft miniature furniture, accessories, and peg-doll clothing using materials like moss, twine, shells, dried flowers, paper, wood, and soft modeling materials. We’ll even create a tiny fairy garden to complete the scene.
Along the way, students will explore creative problem-solving, hands-on STEM concepts, and sensory play as they paint, sculpt, build, and design their miniature world.
Each camper will leave with a one-of-a-kind fairy house and a magical collection of tiny treasures.
Please bring a lunch and get ready for a creative journey through the art-making forest!
All supplies are provided.
Selfie & Sketch: Exploring Portraiture (July 20 - 23 | Ages 11 - 14)
Dates: Monday -Thursday, July 20–23, from 9 am to 1 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 11-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Join us for a week of creative self-expression as you explore the art of portraiture — all about faces, feelings, and personal style! From bold, expressive sketches to colorful mixed-media selfies, you’ll experiment with different ways to capture yourself and others on paper.
Students will work with pencil, charcoal, ink, watercolor, and more while learning fun, approachable techniques for drawing faces, proportions, features, and expression. We’ll explore realistic portraits, stylized illustrations, and creative backgrounds that tell a story about who you are.
By the end of this 4-day camp, you’ll have a collection of original portraits — including a finished self-portrait — and we’ll celebrate everyone’s work with a mini gallery showcase!
Bring a snack for our break and get ready for a week full of creativity, confidence, and artistic discovery!
All supplies are provided.
Wild About Animals Summer Camp (July 20 - 23 | Ages 5 - 7)
Dates: Monday -Thursday, July 20 - 23, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 5-7 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Mara Thornton
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Get ready to go Wild About Animals! In this fun-filled 4-day camp, we’ll explore the amazing world of creatures big and small — from rainforest monkeys and jungle cats to ocean dolphins and backyard critters. Students will discover fascinating animal facts and use their imaginations to bring their favorite wildlife to life through art.
We’ll paint bright animal portraits, sculpt creatures in model magic, and create colorful habitat scenes using mixed media. Whether it’s furry, feathered, or scaly, every project will celebrate the personality and movement of the animal kingdom!
Please bring a lunch and get ready for a roaring, splashing, tail-wagging creative adventure!
All supplies will be provided.
All About Sculpture Summer Camp (July 20 - 23 | Ages 8 - 10)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 20 - 23, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 8-10 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Ready to think in 3D? In this hands-on sculpture workshop, students will roll up their sleeves and dive into the world of building, carving, and casting!
We’ll explore a variety of sculpting techniques, including modeling forms by hand, carving into material to create dynamic 3D reliefs, and learning how casting works to reproduce dimensional designs. Students will even build their own armatures — the hidden “skeletons” that support larger sculptures — and see how structure helps bring creative ideas to life.
Through demonstrations and guided projects, participants will experiment with shape, texture, and form while creating bold, tactile artworks they can be proud of. Come ready to build, carve, and create in three dimensions!
All supplies are provided. Please bring a lunch and dress for mess!
Seascapes in Acrylic & Mixed Media
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.
Superhero Adventure Summer Camp (July 27 - 30 | Ages 5 - 7)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 27 - 30, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 5-7 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Mara Thornton
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Get ready to unleash your inner hero! In this action-packed 4-day camp, students will dream up their very own superheroes — complete with epic powers, daring backstories, and bold costumes.
We’ll design dynamic hero portraits, sculpt power necklaces, and create comic-style scenes bursting with movement and adventure. From masks and emblems to secret lairs and city skylines, every project will bring each student’s unique hero universe to life.
Whether your hero can fly, control the weather, talk to animals, or invent incredible gadgets, this camp is all about imagination, creativity, and super-powered fun!
Please bring a lunch and get ready for an action-filled artistic adventure!
All supplies will be provided.
Puppeteers Summer Camp (July 27 - 30 | Ages 8 - 10)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 27 - 30, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 8-10 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Shannon Danks
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
In this hands-on 4-day class, students will explore the world of puppetry, character design, and movement through creative projects.
Students will build and decorate puppets using a variety of materials, including fabric, paper, clay, and recycled objects. They’ll learn techniques for creating movable parts, expressive faces, and unique characters, and discover how to bring their puppets to life through performance.
Through demonstrations and guided projects, participants will develop puppetry skills while creating imaginative, interactive puppets they can use in stories and shows.
All supplies are provided. Please bring a lunch and dress for mess!
"Viva la Vida" Heart Necklace Art Workshop
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.
Play with Your Food (August 3 - 6 | Ages 11 - 14)
Dates: Monday -Thursday, August 3 -6, from 9 am to 1 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 11-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Dive into the delicious world of food…through art! In this 4-day camp, students will explore how to draw, paint, and create sculptures inspired by their favorite snacks, meals, and treats. From vibrant fruit still-lifes to wacky desserts and colorful veggies, students will learn techniques in color, texture, and composition while turning tasty ideas into eye-catching artworks.
We’ll experiment with drawing, painting, collage, and mixed media to make fun, bold pieces — and maybe even some edible-inspired creations! By the end of the week, every student will have a mouthwatering collection of art to share.
All supplies are provided. Please bring a (real) lunch.
Around the World Summer Camp (August 3 - 6 | Ages 5 - 7)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, August 3 -6, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 5-7 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Mara Thornton
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Embark on a creative journey around the world! In this 4-day camp, students will explore different countries, cultures, and traditions while seeing the world through the lens of art. Projects may be inspired by traditional art from each region or by a famous building or landmark unique to that place.
We’ll experiment with painting, model magic, and mixed media to design colorful portraits, landscapes, and scenes full of texture and pattern.
From vibrant city streets to peaceful natural landscapes, every project encourages creativity, storytelling, and a celebration of the world’s diversity — all while helping students experience the joy of seeing the world through their own art-making and making new friends along the way.
Please bring a lunch and dress for mess as we set off on an artistic adventure that spans the globe!
All supplies will be provided.
Create and Play! Summer Camp (August 10 - 13 | Ages 5 - 7)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, August 10 - 13, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Fee: $285
Ages: 5-7 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Mara Thornton
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Get ready for a week full of imagination, exploration, and hands-on fun! In this 4-day camp, students will dive into a variety of creative projects that encourage play, experimentation, and self-expression.
We’ll explore painting, clay, mixed media, and other playful art activities to create colorful, one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Students will experiment with texture, pattern, and design while bringing their ideas to life in bold and imaginative ways.
Every project encourages creativity, storytelling, and problem-solving — all while helping students see the world through their own art-making and make new friends along the way.
Please bring a lunch and get ready for a week of artistic adventure and playful creativity!
All supplies will be provided.
Gel Printing with Botanicals
Date: Saturday, August 22, from 12 pm - 3 pm
Fee: $115 discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Maren Oates
Location: Schack Art Center, Studios 1 and 2
In this workshop, students will be introduced to Gel Plate Printmaking using an 8" x 10" gel plate and acrylic paint. We’ll learn to work with leaves, ferns, branches, and flowers to build unique botanical gel prints. Our goal will be to create botanical monoprints and monotypes that can stand on their own, but gel-printed papers are also excellent material for collages, cards, art journals, or other mixed-media projects.
Unlike many traditional printmaking techniques, gel printing has a minimal setup and does not require the use of a press, making it possible to do it from almost anywhere.
Students will learn:
A basic understanding of how paints and papers may impact gel prints, including thick vs. thin papers, opaque vs. transparent layers, and “What is the right amount of paint?”
• How to use botanical items, such as leaves, ferns, and flowers as textures and masks for gel printing.
• How to clean, care for, and store a gel printing plate.
All supplies are included, but an apron is recommended. Please dress for mess!
Nature’s Magic: Pastels & Acrylics
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.
Homeschool Art Day: Painting with Yarn
Dates: Friday, March 13, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $20
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Explore a variety of artistic themes and techniques, from watercolor to collage, while building skills in composition, color theory, and art history. Each session features an engaging theme and is designed to complement academic learning by encouraging literacy, observation, critical thinking, communication, and social development.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Luminous Layers: Exploring Transparency & Composition with Encaustic & Collage
Dates: Saturday, February 21, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $200 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Unlock the magic of wax and paper in this hands-on encaustic collage workshop. Discover how to harness transparency, depth, and composition to create layered, dynamic works of art.
Through playful experimentation with encaustic medium, you’ll push beyond traditional collage techniques—melting, embedding, and revealing unexpected textures. Perfect for artists looking to elevate their design skills while having fun with a mix of vintage papers, photographs, and textured elements. Whether you're new to encaustic or a seasoned pro, this class will ignite fresh ideas and inspire you to work more intuitively. Join us and let wax and paper transform your creative process!
All supplies provided.
Dress for mess!
Homeschool Art Day: Printmaking
Dates: Friday, February 20, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $20
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Explore a variety of artistic themes and techniques, from watercolor to collage, while building skills in composition, color theory, and art history. Each session features an engaging theme and is designed to complement academic learning by encouraging literacy, observation, critical thinking, communication, and social development.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Travel and Nature Sketching with Pencil, Pen and Watercolors
Date: Wednesdays, February 18 - March 18, from 6:30 pm to 8:45 pm
Fee: $210 / member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Living in the Beautiful Pacific Northwest, one can be inspired by our amazing environment on a daily basis! In this class, you'll learn all about how to draw and paint nature, scenery, and the environment with Pencil, Pen, and Watercolor, in this exciting new class!
All supplies provided.
Mexican Art: Frida Kahlo-Inspired Heart
Date: Saturday & Sunday, February 14 - 15, 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, Studio 2
Discover the vibrant world of Mexican art in this hands-on workshop, where you will create a colorful papier-mâché heart inspired by the iconic hearts often associated with Frida Kahlo’s artistic legacy. These beautifully adorned hearts, rooted in Mexican culture and now celebrated worldwide, symbolize love, resilience, and creativity.
All supplies provided.
Homeschool Art Day: Weaving and Fiber Art
Dates: Friday, January 30, 10 am - 12 pm
Fee: $20
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Breannah Gammon
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Families and educators—join us for Homeschool Art Day at the Schack Art Center!
Explore a variety of artistic themes and techniques, from watercolor to collage, while building skills in composition, color theory, and art history. Each session features an engaging theme and is designed to complement academic learning by encouraging literacy, observation, critical thinking, communication, and social development.
This program provides a wonderful opportunity for connection and collaboration among homeschool groups in a fun, creative setting.
Please note:
Youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Register for each child attending.
Caregivers must attend with their child(ren) but do not need to register themselves.
For Kindergarten through High School-aged students and their caregivers.
Explore Printmaking!
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, January 24 - 25 from 10 am - 1 pm
Fee: $150 / discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Miles Labitzke
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio
Learn all about printmaking! Create your own body of work while exploring a variety of printmaking techniques, both traditional and new. You’ll have the chance to try processes like collagraph (printing from textured surfaces), intaglio (etching into metal plates), monotype (one-of-a-kind prints), and relief (printing from carved surfaces). Come with an idea of what you’d like to create, and we’ll help guide you through the steps to make it happen!
Please bring something to take notes with, such as a sketchpad or notebook.
Intuitive Collage
Dates: Saturday, January 17, 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $95/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Andrea Lewicki
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Tap into your creativity and set meaningful intentions for the year in this fun and insightful collage workshop. Begin with a visual tour of inspiring collage styles, then learn how symbolic shapes can serve as a powerful intentional visual language. Using this guidance, you’ll create a next-level vision board—complete with your own “secret decoder ring” to support the chapter of life you’re stepping into.
All supplies are provided, and each participant will leave with at least one finished collage.
Intro to Encaustic Painting
Dates: Saturday, January 17, from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $190 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Curious about painting with hot wax?
In this hands-on beginner’s course, you’ll be introduced to the fascinating world of encaustic painting—a luminous, layered art form that combines melted beeswax, pigment, and heat to create richly textured, beautiful works.
You'll begin by learning how to safely set up a basic encaustic workspace at home and get comfortable with the tools and materials involved, including types of wax, pigments, fusing tools, brushes, and essential safety gear. Through step-by-step demonstrations and guided practice, you’ll explore:
Fusing techniques and how to avoid over- or under-fusing
Layering and surface manipulation to create depth and texture
Mark-making, incising, and scraping for expressive detail
Finishing and presentation tips to protect and showcase your work
By the end of the course, you’ll have a solid foundation in encaustic techniques—along with one or more ready-to-hang pieces you’ll be proud to take home.
All materials are provided. Just bring your creativity and curiosity! And dress for mess.
Paper Weaving: Color, Pattern & Play
Date: Saturday, January 17, from 12pm to 3pm
Fee: $95/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Marcia Meckelson Miller
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2
Discover the joy of paper weaving—an age-old craft with a fresh, modern twist! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create your own paper loom and learn how to interlace colorful, painted, and even recycled papers (think old calendars, magazines, or handmade textures) into striking woven designs. We’ll explore simple weaving techniques while encouraging creative freedom and artistic experimentation. Whether you're a seasoned maker or a curious beginner, this is a fun and tactile way to flex your fingers and produce one-of-a-kind paper art.
No experience necessary—just bring your imagination!
Smoke and Pearls Encaustics
Date: Saturday, November 15 from 11:00 am-2:30 pm
Fee: $185/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jackie Cort
Location: Schack Art Center Studio 1 & 2
In this workshop, you will create 3 works on wood, using black and white wax, mixed media, gold leaf, charcoal, and more. This class always produces amazing results, so grab a friend and let's get our "wax on".
Dress for mess!
All levels are welcome!
All supplies provided.
Intro to Encaustic Painting
Dates: Sunday, September 28 from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $165 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1 & 2
Curious about painting with hot wax?
In this hands-on beginner’s course, you’ll be introduced to the fascinating world of encaustic painting—a luminous, layered art form that combines melted beeswax, pigment, and heat to create richly textured, beautiful works.
You'll begin by learning how to safely set up a basic encaustic workspace at home and get comfortable with the tools and materials involved, including types of wax, pigments, fusing tools, brushes, and essential safety gear. Through step-by-step demonstrations and guided practice, you’ll explore:
Fusing techniques and how to avoid over- or under-fusing
Layering and surface manipulation to create depth and texture
Mark-making, incising, and scraping for expressive detail
Finishing and presentation tips to protect and showcase your work
By the end of the course, you’ll have a solid foundation in encaustic techniques—along with one or more ready-to-hang pieces you’ll be proud to take home.
All materials are provided. Just bring your creativity and curiosity! And dress for mess.
Neurographic Art & Zentangle Fusion
Date: Saturday, September 27 from 10 am to 1pm
Fee: $150/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jose Castro
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Discover the meditative power of line, shape, and pattern in this relaxing mixed media workshop. In this class, we’ll combine the intuitive flow of neurographic art with the structured elegance of Zentangle techniques to create expressive, abstract compositions. Using watercolor and permanent markers on mixed media paper, students will explore line and color as both artistic elements and tools for self-reflection and emotional expression.
No prior experience is necessary—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore. Each participant will leave with a unique finished artwork that blends neurographic lines, Zentangle-inspired patterns, and watercolor washes, offering a deeply personal and creative visual journey.
All supplies provided.
Homeschool Art Day
Dates: Friday, May 23, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Fee: $15
Ages: 6+
Levels: Beginner
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Elena Weber
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1
Designed for Kindergarten-High School-aged students and their caregivers. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. Register for each child attending. Caregivers need to attend with their kid(s) but do not need to register.
Families and educators! The Schack Art Center is excited to host Homeschool Art Day!
Discover new themes and techniques, from watercolor to collage, while honing your skills in composition, color theory, and art history. Each program offers an engaging theme and focuses on the enhancement of academic curriculum highlighting literacy, observation, critical thinking, communication, and social skill development. This program offers a great opportunity for interaction between different homeschool groups in a creative setting. Join us for a journey of creativity and self-expression in a welcoming environment!
Space is limited to 10 participants; please register early.
Cost is $15/student
Abstract Oil and Cold Wax Floral Painting
Date: Saturdays, April 26 & May 3 from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $225/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: T. Frick
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Unlock your inner creativity and welcome in spring in this abstract Oil & Cold Wax Floral Painting workshop! Explore the unique medium of cold wax combined with oil paints to create colorful, textured floral artwork. The cold wax medium transforms your oil paints into a soft, workable texture that allows for playful experimentation while adding rich texture and matte finishes to your floral paintings.
This class will guide you through the process of layering oils and cold wax to create bold, expressive flowers with depth and dynamic color contrasts. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of texture in your work or just want to explore a new medium, this class is perfect for all skill levels.
What You'll Learn:
· Introduction to cold wax medium and oil paint mixing techniques
· Basic principles of floral composition and design
· Techniques for creating rich textures and layers with cold wax
· How to build depth in your paintings using cold wax as a layering tool
What to Bring: All necessary materials will be provided, including oil paints, cold wax medium, application tools, and canvases. Feel free to bring reference images of flowers for inspiration!
Whether you love flowers or simply enjoy experimenting with new techniques, you'll walk away from this class feeling inspired, empowered, and with a beautiful piece of art in hand.
All levels are welcome.
Please wear old clothes/ Dress for mess.
Abstract Landscape Water Reflections
Date: Saturdays, March 15 & March 22 from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $225/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: T. Frick
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
In this Abstract Landscape Water Reflections class, you’ll discover the captivating process of painting water as an abstract form using acrylic paints. Water, with its shimmering surface and ever-changing reflections, offers endless possibilities for creative expression. In this class, you’ll experiment with layering, blending, and paint application techniques to capture the delicate yet powerful interplay between water and light.
Whether you’re looking to explore abstraction or simply enjoy working with acrylics, this workshop will guide you through the techniques that bring the magic of water reflections to life in a fresh and modern way.
What You'll Learn:
· Techniques for capturing abstract reflections in water with acrylic paint
· How to create dynamic, luminous compositions using layering and glazing
· Exploring abstraction through color and texture to represent reflections
· How to use acrylic mediums to achieve movement and depth
· The balance of fluidity and structure in abstract water landscapes
What to Bring:
All necessary materials will be provided, including acrylic paints, application tools, and paper/canvases.
Embrace the fluid nature of both water and paint and leave this class with not only a beautiful abstract piece but also the confidence to continue experimenting and pushing your artistic boundaries.
All levels are welcome.
Please wear old clothes/ Dress for mess.