Date: Saturday, September 19, from 10:00 am - 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

Capture the beauty and movement of the ocean in this beginner-friendly textured acrylic painting workshop! Students will learn how to create a stunning coastal scene featuring rolling waves, a glowing sunset, and seabirds in flight while exploring techniques for building dimension with texture mediums. Along the way, you'll practice color blending, composition, layering, and creating realistic water textures and atmospheric effects.

No previous painting experience is required—all skill levels are welcome. By the end of the workshop, you'll leave with a unique textured seascape painting ready to display.

All supplies provided!

Date: Saturdays, September 19 - October 3, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $270/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

This beginner-friendly course guides students through the process of painting a beautiful portrait from a live model in a single session. Drawing inspiration from the time-tested techniques of the Old Masters, students will gain the knowledge and confidence to capture the likeness and character of any subject.

Through step-by-step instruction, you’ll learn how to create a solid block-in, establish accurate proportions, and define areas of light and shadow to build a lifelike sense of form. The class also covers brush selection and how different brushes serve each stage of the painting—from broad strokes to detailed refinements.

By the end of the session, students will complete a one-of-a-kind portrait that reflects both the individuality and spirit of the model, along with foundational skills they can apply to future portrait work.

Supply List:

• Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White)

• Panels 8x10 or 9x12 (at least 3 of one size)

• Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)

• Blue Shop Paper towels

Date: Sunday, September 20, 10 am - 1 pm
Fee: $95/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Mary Skomerza
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Gain confidence in color mixing in this focused one-day workshop exploring the essential elements of color: value, hue, and chroma. Using oil paint, students will learn how to mix colors accurately, adjust saturation, create warmer or cooler tones, and control light and dark values through a better understanding of the color wheel.

Participants will create a personalized color reference chart to use as a resource in future paintings. While instruction will be demonstrated in oil paint, the techniques are applicable to all painting mediums.

All supplies are included.

Dates: Monday- Wednesday, September 28-30, from 10 am to 4 pm
Fee: $275/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All Levels
Sessions: 3
Instructor: JoElle Gragilla
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio, The Jetty Bar and Grille, 1028 13th St, Everett, WA 98201

This watercolor workshop introduces the fundamentals of painting and how to take those skills outdoors to work en plein air—painting directly from life. Slowing down, observing closely, and responding to the landscape are at the heart of this class, as nature becomes both the subject and the teacher.

The first full day of class will take place at Schack Art Center, where we’ll begin with demonstrations and practice of techniques such as washes, wet-into-wet and wet-into-dry painting, and color mixing. On the second and third days, we’ll meet for the first hour of class at the Jetty Bar and Grille on Everett’s scenic waterfront and then head out from there to paint the marina, islands, mountains, and working harbor.

All levels are welcome, from complete beginners to those with some experience. The class focuses on essential techniques you’ll return to again and again while building confidence painting outdoors.

All materials are provided for use during the workshop.

Please bring lunch or snacks, a water bottle, and whatever you need to be comfortable working outside—such as a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and/or a portable seat. We will plan to paint near the grassy areas around the waterfront; shaded spots are often available, though as this is a public space, they cannot be guaranteed.

Dates: Fridays, October 2-30 from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $245/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Saman Shojaei Barjuei
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Explore the exciting possibilities of combining sculpture and painting in this hands-on mixed-media workshop! Students will create a vibrant relief sculpture of a favorite fruit—such as a pomegranate, lemon, orange, or other botanical subject—on a 16" × 20" canvas. Using lightweight construction foam to build the form and flexible modeling paste to create realistic texture and dimension, participants will transform a flat canvas into a striking three-dimensional work of art.

Through step-by-step instruction, students will learn how to construct and refine a raised relief sculpture, sculpt organic forms and branches, and integrate these elements into a cohesive composition. The workshop concludes with acrylic painting techniques that bring the sculpture to life through color, shading, and background design, along with painted leaves and other finishing details.

By the end of class, each student will leave with a completed sculpted and painted mixed-media canvas that beautifully blends the depth of sculpture with the expressive qualities of acrylic painting.

Materials provided by the instructor:

• One 16" × 20" canvas

• Construction foam

• Flexible modeling paste

• Sponge

• Glue

Students should bring:

• An X-Acto knife (https://a.co/d/9APGBn)

• An apron

• Mod Podge (https://a.co/d/1wJJUVt)

• A palette knife (https://a.co/d/anlaUxh)

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, October 3-4 from 10 am - 2 pm
Fee: $155/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
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 while creating a richly layered, one-of-a-kind artwork. Through step-by-step instruction, you'll learn how to build dimensional surfaces with modeling paste, seamlessly incorporate printed images using decoupage techniques, and bring your composition together with expressive acrylic painting. Along the way, you'll discover how texture, imagery, and color can work together to create depth, interest, and a unique visual story.

All supplies are included.

Date: Saturdays, October 10 - 24, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $195/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

Turn a favorite photo of your pet into a vibrant, expressive painting in this beginner-friendly impressionist painting workshop. Students will learn how to translate photographic reference images into colorful, painterly pet portraits while exploring the loose brushwork and lively color relationships characteristic of Impressionist art.

Throughout the class, participants will learn how to choose and work from strong reference photos, sketch basic proportions, mix expressive color palettes, and apply paint with confidence and movement. Instruction will focus on capturing personality, light, and atmosphere rather than strict realism.

Students will leave with a finished painted portrait of their pet and a stronger understanding of color, paint application, and impressionist painting techniques.

Supply List:

• Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White, Viridian Green, and Dioxide Purple) A set like this will work.

• Panel sized 8x10 or 9x12

• Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)

• Blue Shop Paper towels

Date:Tuesdays, October 20th - November 10th, from 10 am-12 pm
Fee: $195 / discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Kristin Frost
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Explore the beauty of the Pacific Northwest through watercolor in this relaxed, nature-inspired class. Each session will focus on a different subject—from leaves and flowers to birds and other local flora and fauna—using a combination of photographs and, when possible, specimens from life.

Through step-by-step demonstrations and guided practice, students will learn color mixing, layering, value, texture, and the use of soft and hard edges to create depth and expressive detail. Students will complete a small watercolor painting each week, along with smaller studies to build their skills. All levels of experience are welcome!

All supplies will be provided.

Dates: Saturday, October 24, from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $200/ 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.

Dates: Sunday, October 25, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $215/ 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!

Date: Friday, October 30, 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 festive, beginner-friendly Halloween Sip & Paint experience! Under the guidance of a classically trained artist, you'll create your own spooky skull painting while exploring color, composition, and painting techniques—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 celebrate the season. Whether you're an experienced artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this class is all about relaxing, learning something new, and leaving with a hauntingly beautiful painting you'll be proud to display all year long.

Please dress for mess!

Date: Sundays, November 1 – 29, from 4:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Fee: $210/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking 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.

Date: Wednesdays, November 4 – December 9 (SKIP NOV. 25), from 2:30 pm - 4:45 pm
Fee: $210 / member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

Enjoy the fascinating, vibrant world of watercolor in this exciting class! We will paint a variety of subjects- landscapes, animals, portraits, and still lives, and explore color, value, shadow, perspective, materials, and brush handling in this fun and informative class for everyone! The subjects will be taught in a step-by-step fashion. You will be able to follow along with the steps to the paintings as they are being done in front of the class.

All supplies provided.

Date: Wednesdays, November 4 – December 9 (SKIP NOV. 25), from 6:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Fee: $210/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

Acrylics are one of the most versatile and dynamic painting mediums available. With their vibrant colors, fast drying time, and limitless techniques, acrylics offer endless opportunities for creative expression. Whether you're just beginning or have years of experience, this class offers something for everyone.

We’ll cover essential fundamentals such as composition, light and shadow, color harmony, and perspective. You’ll have the chance to paint a wide range of subjects—including landscapes, animals, plants, birds, national parks, sailboats, and still life scenes. We’ll also explore a variety of exciting acrylic techniques like washes, layering, dripping, sponging, spraying, using textured mediums, and collage.

Join us to expand your creative skills and discover the full potential of acrylic painting in a fun, supportive environment!

All supplies provided.

Date: Thursdays, November 5 - December 10, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $325/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

Study the classical approach to still life painting in this oil painting course taught by atelier-trained artist Angeline Shrike. Designed for students ready to deepen their painting practice, this class introduces the foundational principles of academic still life painting, including composition, lighting, color relationships, and long-term oil painting methods.

Through lectures, demonstrations, and personalized critiques, students will develop a stronger understanding of how to observe and translate form, light, and atmosphere into a finished painting. Emphasis will be placed on building a painting thoughtfully over time using traditional oil painting techniques and studio practices.

Students will create still life paintings while gaining practical experience in the classical atelier approach to oil painting.

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!)

Canvas panels

Canvas paper

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.

Palette Paper

Shop Towels

Artist Tape

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

Date: Saturday, November 14, 10:00 am – 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

Celebrate your love of cats in this fun, beginner-friendly drawing workshop! Students will create a charming cat portrait surrounded by colorful flowers while learning essential drawing and shading techniques. Explore color harmony and discover how to combine oil pastels with colored pencils to create rich, vibrant artwork with beautiful texture and detail. Along the way, you'll practice layering and blending color, rendering realistic fur, and adding depth and dimension to floral elements and natural backgrounds.

No previous art experience is required. By the end of the class, you'll leave with a finished cat portrait ready to display.

All supplies provided!

Date: Saturdays, November 14 - 28, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $270/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

This beginner-friendly course guides students through the process of painting a beautiful portrait from a live model in a single session. Drawing inspiration from the time-tested techniques of the Old Masters, students will gain the knowledge and confidence to capture the likeness and character of any subject.

Through step-by-step instruction, you’ll learn how to create a solid block-in, establish accurate proportions, and define areas of light and shadow to build a lifelike sense of form. The class also covers brush selection and how different brushes serve each stage of the painting—from broad strokes to detailed refinements.

By the end of the session, students will complete a one-of-a-kind portrait that reflects both the individuality and spirit of the model, along with foundational skills they can apply to future portrait work.

Supply List:

• Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White)

• Panels 8x10 or 9x12 (at least 3 of one size)

• Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)

• Blue Shop Paper towels

Date: Sundays, November 29 - December 6, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $155/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

Ever wonder how the world-famous Impressionists created the luminous, expressive works that transformed the art world? This two-day workshop takes you through their process step by step. Students will paint a vase of flowers from start to finish, applying time-tested techniques that blend the foundational principles of the Old Masters with the color, movement, and light of Impressionist painting.

You’ll learn how to select supplies, prepare your canvas, and compose a still life with strong lighting and visual balance. The class emphasizes fundamental skills that have stood the test of time—while encouraging your own artistic interpretation.

By the end of the class, you’ll complete a finished still life painting in the Impressionist style, showcasing both technical skill and personal expression.

 Supply List:

• Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow, Ultramarine Blue, Dioxide Purple, cad Orange, Titanium White, any other colors you want to bring). A kit like this will work

• Panels 11x14 (or bigger)

Dates: Mondays, November 30 - January 14, from 5:30 pm - 8 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Intermediate/Advanced
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

Explore the unique beauty of oil painting on copper in this hands-on portraiture workshop. Working from a live model, students will develop their portrait-painting skills while learning how to handle oil paint on the distinctive surface of a copper panel. The instructor will guide students through portrait fundamentals while demonstrating techniques specific to painting on copper, including how to take advantage of its smooth, luminous qualities.

Designed for intermediate and advanced painters, this workshop offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of portraiture while exploring an unusual and rewarding painting surface. Students will create a finished portrait on copper to take home.

Materials list to bring to class:

You’re welcome to order these supplies online, but if you have time, we recommend visiting 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!)

• 2 8" × 10" copper panelsfrom Amazon or directly from Raymar.

• 1 clove of garlic

• Isopropyl alcohol

• 1 sheet of sandpaper: Any grit is acceptable; 220 grit is recommended.

*If you have any questions regarding the supply list, please reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org

Date: Saturday, December 5, from 5 pm to 8 pm
Fee: $100/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio

Create a unique miniature oil painting on a hanging double-glass frame, traditionally used to display pressed flowers. In this one-day holiday workshop, a classically trained realism painter will introduce you to the techniques of painting on glass, including proper oil-painting safety and handling. Choose your own subject or work from provided floral, botanical, and holiday-inspired references. No previous oil-painting experience is required. You’ll leave with a finished, handmade piece that can be displayed in a window, hung on a tree, or given as a one-of-a-kind holiday gift.

Please dress for mess!

Dates: Saturday, December 12, from 1 pm - 4 pm
Fee: $215/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1

Dive into a world of color, texture, and imagination as you create underwater-inspired artworks using encaustic monoprinting and mixed media techniques. Working with encaustic medium on a heated glass palette and Japanese calligraphy paper, you'll create abstract prints that are enhanced with water-soluble media.

Explore layering, texture, and visual storytelling while discovering hidden imagery through pareidolia—the tendency to see familiar forms in abstract patterns. Fish, coral, sea creatures, and other unexpected shapes may emerge from your compositions.

Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this playful workshop will leave you with a collection of unique mixed media artworks and new techniques to incorporate into your creative practice.

All materials are provided. Just bring your creativity and curiosity! And dress for mess.

Date: Sunday, December 13, 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

Capture the quiet beauty of winter in this colorful mixed-media painting workshop. Using watercolor and acrylic paint, create a charming winter bird surrounded by the soft shapes and rich colors of poinsettias. Explore watercolor techniques such as blending, layering, and creating soft washes, then add acrylic details to bring definition, texture, and contrast to your painting. You’ll learn how watercolor and acrylic can work together to create depth and beautiful visual effects while creating a festive seasonal piece.

Each participant will leave with a finished winter painting, along with new techniques to use in future watercolor and acrylic projects. Perfect for decorating your home during the holidays or giving as a handmade gift!

All supplies provided!

Date: Saturday & Sunday, December 19 - 20, from 10 a.m.- 11:30 a.m
Fee: $115/ member; discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Maria Casey
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 2

Celebrate the holiday season with color, creativity, and a touch of folk-art inspiration! In this hands-on workshop, create a decorative holiday ornament using papier-mâché and acrylic paint. Learn how to prepare and paint a papier-mâché surface, then add festive patterns, nature-inspired details, and traditional folk-art motifs using color and simple decorative techniques. No previous art experience is necessary.

You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind handmade ornament ready to display or give as a special holiday gift.

All supplies provided.

Date: Sundays, January 3 - 17, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $225/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

Ever wonder how the world-famous Impressionists created the luminous, expressive works that transformed the art world? This two-day workshop takes you through their process step by step. Students will paint a vase of flowers from start to finish, applying time-tested techniques that blend the foundational principles of the Old Masters with the color, movement, and light of Impressionist painting.

You’ll learn how to select supplies, prepare your canvas, and compose a still life with strong lighting and visual balance. The class emphasizes fundamental skills that have stood the test of time—while encouraging your own artistic interpretation.

By the end of the class, you’ll complete a finished still life painting in the Impressionist style, showcasing both technical skill and personal expression.

 Supply List:

• Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Cadmium Yellow, Ultramarine Blue, Dioxide Purple, cad Orange, Titanium White, any other colors you want to bring). A kit like this will work

• Panels 11x14 (or bigger)

Dates: Sundays, January 10 - February 7, from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Fee: $215 / member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking Studio

Enjoy the fascinating, vibrant world of watercolor in this exciting class! We will paint a variety of subjects- landscapes, animals, portraits, and still lives, and explore color, value, shadow, perspective, materials, and brush handling in this fun and informative class for everyone! The subjects will be taught in a step-by-step fashion. You will be able to follow along with the steps to the paintings as they are being done in front of the class.

All supplies provided.

Dates: Mondays, January 11 - February 15, from 5 pm to 8 pm
Fee: $250/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!)

Canvas panels

Canvas paper

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.

Palette Paper

Shop Towels

Artist Tape

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

Date: Tuesdays, January 12 - February 16, from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Fee: $225 / discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Mary Skomerza
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

The natural world around us is an infinite source of beauty and inspiration. It’s no wonder that it has served as a subject for countless artists over the years. In this class, we will learn to paint natural landscapes with oil.

Students will learn the basics of oil painting through both instruction and hands-on experience. Beyond basics, the student will also learn color theories and landscape-specific techniques to paint texture and form from natural elements such as sky, water, trees, light, and shadow.

The resources and techniques learned in this class will form a foundation for the student to continue finding their own style in oil painting landscapes.

Please bring the following supplies:

Gamblin oil paints

Canvas paper

All other supplies are included.

Dates: Wednesday, January 13 - February 10, from 6:30 pm - 9 pm
Fee: $225/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

Acrylics are one of the most versatile and dynamic painting mediums available. With their vibrant colors, fast drying time, and limitless techniques, acrylics offer endless opportunities for creative expression. Whether you're just beginning or have years of experience, this class offers something for everyone.

We’ll cover essential fundamentals such as composition, light and shadow, color harmony, and perspective. You’ll have the chance to paint a wide range of subjects—including landscapes, animals, plants, birds, national parks, sailboats, and still life scenes. We’ll also explore a variety of exciting acrylic techniques like washes, layering, dripping, sponging, spraying, using textured mediums, and collage.

Join us to expand your creative skills and discover the full potential of acrylic painting in a fun, supportive environment!

All supplies provided.

Dates: Sundays, January 24 & 31, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $135/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 2
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

Turn a favorite photo of your pet into a vibrant, expressive painting in this beginner-friendly impressionist painting workshop. Students will learn how to translate photographic reference images into colorful, painterly pet portraits while exploring the loose brushwork and lively color relationships characteristic of Impressionist art.

Throughout the class, participants will learn how to choose and work from strong reference photos, sketch basic proportions, mix expressive color palettes, and apply paint with confidence and movement. Instruction will focus on capturing personality, light, and atmosphere rather than strict realism.

Students will leave with a finished painted portrait of their pet and a stronger understanding of color, paint application, and impressionist painting techniques.

Supply List:

• Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White, Viridian Green, and Dioxide Purple) A set like this will work.

• Panel sized 8x10 or 9x12

• Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)

• Blue Shop Paper towels

Date: Saturday, January 30, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $95/discount with member code
Ages: 12+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

Take the mystery out of color! This class explores how color works and gives you practical tools for mixing and using it with confidence. Learn how different types of light affect color, how to lighten or darken a color without losing its vibrancy, and how to accurately mix the specific colors you need for your artwork. We’ll also explore how and why we perceive color the way we do. Students will create their own personalized color wheel to use as a reference for future art projects.

Students should bring the following materials:

• 6" × 6" canvas

• Palette knife: Blick Painting Knife, 7/8" × 3-1/4", Painting Style #68

• Palette: https://www.dickblick.com/products/new-wave-posh-glass-tabletop-palettes/

• Oil paints:Van Gogh Oil Colors in:

  • Cadmium Yellow

  • Cadmium Red

  • Ultramarine Blue

  • Cadmium Orange

  • Dioxazine Purple

  • Phthalo Green

If you have any questions about the supply list, please contact the art class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org

Date: Saturday, February 6, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $175/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1

Curious about painting with encaustic? This hands-on beginner’s workshop introduces you to the luminous, layered world of encaustic painting, an art form that combines melted beeswax, pigment, and heat.

Through step-by-step demonstrations and guided practice, you’ll learn how to safely set up an encaustic workspace and become familiar with essential tools and materials, including wax, pigments, brushes, fusing tools, and safety equipment. You’ll explore techniques for creating smooth surfaces, layering and blending color, making marks and incised designs, building texture through accretion, and fusing your work with a torch.

The instructor will also cover best practices for safely setting up an encaustic studio at home, giving you the knowledge and confidence to continue exploring the medium independently. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have created 2–3 encaustic paintings while building a strong foundation of techniques to take into your own studio practice.

All supplies provided.

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Date: Saturdays, February 6 - 20, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $270/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 3
Instructor: Nick Colella
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio

This beginner-friendly course guides students through the process of painting a beautiful portrait from a live model in a single session. Drawing inspiration from the time-tested techniques of the Old Masters, students will gain the knowledge and confidence to capture the likeness and character of any subject.

Through step-by-step instruction, you’ll learn how to create a solid block-in, establish accurate proportions, and define areas of light and shadow to build a lifelike sense of form. The class also covers brush selection and how different brushes serve each stage of the painting—from broad strokes to detailed refinements.

By the end of the session, students will complete a one-of-a-kind portrait that reflects both the individuality and spirit of the model, along with foundational skills they can apply to future portrait work.

Supply List:

• Oil Paints (Cadmium Red, Yellow Ochre, Ultramarine Blue, Titanium White)

• Panels 8x10 or 9x12 (at least 3 of one size)

• Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)

• Blue Shop Paper towels

Date: Sunday, February 7, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $185/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: Intermediate
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Sharon Gottula
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1

Explore the beautiful combination of photography and encaustic painting in this hands-on workshop. You’ll learn how photographic imagery can become both the foundation and focal point of a wax-based artwork, from incorporating photographs directly into the wax to creating image transfers.

Through demonstrations and guided practice, you’ll learn which types of images work best with encaustic, how to prepare high-contrast images for successful transfers, and how to use photographs as background layers or embed them within the wax. You’ll also explore techniques for creating smooth, even surfaces with encaustic pours and adding finishing details with pigment sticks and PanPastels.

Photos will be provided for students to use, or you’re welcome to bring a laser-printed image that fits an 8 × 8-inch substrate if you’d like to work with your own image.

No previous photo encaustic experience is required, but students must have taken beginning encaustic or have equivalent experience. You’ll leave with three finished photo encaustic paintings and a variety of techniques to continue exploring this unique mixed-media process.

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Date: Saturday, February 13, from 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
Fee: $125/discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jenny Wang
Location: Schack Art Center, Studio 1

Explore the beauty of Chinese cloisonné in this contemporary, hands-on painting workshop. Inspired by the intricate patterns and vibrant colors of traditional cloisonné, students will learn how fine metal wires can be shaped and arranged to create decorative outlines and enclosed sections. You’ll then fill your design with richly colored enamel-inspired materials, building layers of color and texture to create a striking finished artwork.

The instructor will introduce the history and basic techniques of Chinese cloisonné while guiding you through design planning, wire placement, color selection, filling, and surface-finishing techniques. Each student will create one completed cloisonné-inspired artwork on a prepared decorative panel.

No previous art experience is required. All supplies will be provided.

Dates: Sundays, February 21 - March 21, from 4:30 pm - 7 pm
Fee: $215/ member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Printmaking 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.

Dates: Wednesdays, February 24 - March 24, from 2 pm - 4:30 pm
Fee: $275 / member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio

Discover the magic of combining vibrant watercolors and detailed colored pencils in this fun, interactive class! In this supportive, interactive class, you will learn to layer luminous paint washes and add crisp textures and details like fur and foliage to create exciting animal and landscape paintings! Perfect for beginners and any skill level, our interactive, live demonstrations provide real-time feedback and a fun learning environment where you can learn, experiment, ask questions, and build your creative confidence with these two wonderful media that go great together, and get the chance to bring home some beautiful mixed media creations you can be proud of!

All supplies are provided.

Date: Sunday, March 14, from 1 pm to 5 pm
Fee: $215/ 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.

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