Painting Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, August 3 - 7, from 2:00 pm -4:00 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Acrylics are one of the most versatile media ever invented! Bright, luminous colors, ease of use, and infinite techniques make acrylic painting a boundless, creative choice. Whether you are intrigued by acrylic's potential or have worked in acrylic for years, this summer art camp has something for everyone!
Designed specifically for kids aged 10-16, we will cover the basics of composition, light & shadow, color harmony, and perspective. You will have the opportunity to paint a variety of summer-themed subjects: beaches, oceans, mountains, sunsets, flowers, and more. We will delve into some of the alternative techniques acrylics have to offer: washes, layering, dripping, sponging, spraying, textured mediums, collage, etc!
This summer art camp is the perfect opportunity for young artists to expand their creative horizons and learn new techniques.
All supplies will be provided.
Watercolor at the Waterfront
Dates: Monday - Wednesday, August 10 - 12, from 11 am to 4 pm
Fee: $275/ discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All Levels
Sessions: 3
Instructor: JoElle Gragilla
Location: The Jetty Bar & Grille, 1028 13th Street, 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.
We’ll meet each day at The Jetty Bar & Grille, located on the scenic Everett waterfront. After a brief demonstration and discussion of techniques—such as washes, wet-into-wet and wet-into-dry painting, and color mixing—we’ll disperse to nearby waterfront locations 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.
Drawing and Painting Animals Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Thursday, August 10 - 13, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fee: $195/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Learn to depict the beauty, energy, and diversity of animal life utilizing a variety of drawing and painting techniques and media. Learn a range of expressive and playful approaches to zoological illustration with step-by-step instructions, demonstrations, and hands-on experience, gaining the foundation you need to draw any zoological subject you like. Create animal gesture drawings and learn to depict the movement and structure of animals in action. Through a series of step-by-step demos, learn to produce true-to-life drawings and paintings of animals. The class is open to all levels of experience.
All supplies will be provided.
Mixed Media and Painting
Dates: Fridays, August 21 - September 18, 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.
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.
Introduction to Classical Oil Painting
Date: Sundays, September 13 - October 18, from 2 pm to 5 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!)
Paintbrushes (there are many options—you can always ask your local art store to help you put together a set that fits your budget, but you will want an assortment of sizes and styles of synthetic or mongoose brushes in filbert, flat, and round. This is an example of a starter set, but please feel free to shop around.
Roll of disposable plastic bags
If you have any questions regarding the materials list, please feel free to reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Acrylic Painting: Textured Seascape
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!
Impressionist Alla Prima Portrait Painting
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
Color Mixing 101
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.
Sculpting and 3D Painting on Canvas
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)
Mixed Media: Texture, Stencil, and Layering
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.
Impressionist Pet Portraits
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.
Bristle/Hog Hair Brushes (variety of sizes)
Blue Shop Paper towels
Mixed Media: Leaves, Color & Texture
Date: Saturday, October 24, from 10 am - 1 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
Create a one-of-a-kind nature-inspired portrait by combining watercolor, acrylic paint, and real tree leaves in this mixed-media workshop. Students will explore watercolor techniques to create expressive backgrounds, build layers with acrylic paint, and learn how to thoughtfully incorporate natural materials into their compositions. Along the way, you'll develop skills in color, composition, and mixed-media techniques while creating a unique portrait that celebrates the beauty of nature.
All experience levels are welcome. By the end of the class, you'll leave with a finished mixed-media artwork ready to display.
All supplies provided!
Intro to Encaustic Painting
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.
Luminous Layers: Exploring Transparency & Composition with Encaustic & Collage
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!
Skulls + Spirits: Halloween Sip & Paint
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!
Travel and Nature Sketching with Pencil, Pen and Watercolors
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.
Watercolor Painting
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.
Acrylic Painting
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.
Classical Oil Still Life Painting
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!)
Paintbrushes (there are many options—you can always ask your local art store to help you put together a set that fits your budget, but you will want an assortment of sizes and styles of synthetic or mongoose brushes in filbert, flat, and round. This is an example of a starter set, but please feel free to shop around.
Roll of disposable plastic bags
If you have any questions regarding the materials list, please feel free to reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Mixed Media: Oil Pastels and Colored Pencils Cat Portrait
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!
Impressionist Alla Prima Portrait Painting
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
How to Paint Flowers Like an Impressionist
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)
Waterworlds: Encaustic Monoprint + Mixed Media
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.
Drawing and Painting Pets Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, July 27 -31, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Have you ever wanted to draw and paint a portrait of your pet? Learn how to draw and paint pet portraits in a variety of interesting poses, going about their daily activities in this exciting class!
All supplies will be provided.
Drawing and Painting Sea Creatures Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, July 27 - 31, from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Dive into drawing and painting the fascinating world of sea creatures! In this class, students will explore the beauty, movement, and diversity of ocean life using a variety of drawing and painting techniques and media.
Through step-by-step instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on practice, participants will learn expressive and playful approaches to illustrating marine animals — from flowing jellyfish and darting fish to majestic sea turtles and whales. We’ll focus on gesture drawing to capture movement, as well as structure and detail to create dynamic, believable artwork.
A series of guided demos will help students build the skills needed to create vibrant, true-to-life drawings and paintings of their favorite sea creatures. Open to all levels of experience.
All supplies will be provided.
Drawing & Painting Sci Fi and Fantasy Creatures Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, July 20 - 24, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Painting and Drawing Studio
Explore the fascinating world of fantasy creatures in this exciting class! We will depict dragons, dinos, mecha, monsters, robots, elves, gnomes, trolls, shape-shifters, mutants, clones, giant insectoids, animal-creature hybrids, multi-creature hybrids, and all the amazing things they do: running, flying, swimming, battling foes, rescuing heroes, breathing fire, etc.
We will explore creatures in a variety of media, starting with drawing and continuing in the media of your choice — colored pencil, watercolor, and markers.
All supplies will be provided.
Watercolor Painting Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, July 20 - 24, 11:00 am -1:00 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Enjoy the fascinating, vibrant world of watercolors in this exciting class! We will paint and draw a variety of subjects, such as landscapes, animals, portraits, and still lives, and explore color, value, shadow, perspective, materials, and brush handling in this fun and informative class for everyone!
All supplies will be provided.
Skies and Sunsets in Oil
Date: Tuesdays, July 14 - August 4, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Fee: $165/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 4
Instructor: Mary Skomerza
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
This class focuses specifically on painting skies and sunsets in oil. Students will explore techniques in color mixing and brushwork to capture the full range of hues, light, and atmospheric textures found in clouds and expansive skies.
Through guided exercises and demonstrations, participants will develop a stronger understanding of blending, layering, and creating depth.
Over the course of the class, students will complete several studies as well as finished oil paintings highlighting dramatic and luminous sky scenes.
Please bring the following supplies:
Paint set + India Yellow and Quinacridone Magenta
All other supplies are included.
Drawing and Painting Animals Summer Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, July 13 - 17, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fee: $235/ discount with member code
Ages: 10-14 years old
Levels: All
Sessions: 5
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center Drawing & Painting Studio
Learn to depict the beauty, energy, and diversity of animal life utilizing a variety of drawing and painting techniques and media. Learn a range of expressive and playful approaches to zoological illustration with step-by-step instructions, demonstrations, and hands-on experience, gaining the foundation you need to draw any zoological subject you like. Create animal gesture drawings and learn to depict the movement and structure of animals in action. Through a series of step-by-step demos, learn to produce true-to-life drawings and paintings of animals. The class is open to all levels of experience.
All supplies will be provided.
Luminous Layers: Exploring Transparency & Composition with Encaustic & Collage
Dates: Sunday, July 12, 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!
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!
Scholarships through the City of Everett are available for all Sorticulture classes! To apply, please fill out our form here!
Watercolor Painting
Date: Mondays, June 1 - June 29, from 1:00 pm - 3:15 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
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.
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.
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.
Mixed Media Art: The Bird
Date: Sunday, May 3, 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
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.
Peonies in Watercolor
Date: Saturday, May 2, from 10 am - 1 pm
Fee: $125 / discount with member code
Ages: 16+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Kristin Frost
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting and Drawing Studio
Learn to paint peonies in this relaxed, beginner-friendly watercolor workshop. Students will be guided step by step through drawing a peony, understanding blossom and leaf structure, and building color, light, and texture using watercolor. You’ll learn how to mix and layer colors to achieve the bright, fresh feel of a spring bloom. All levels of experience are welcome.
By the end of the class, students will have created a watercolor painting of a single peony flower and gained foundational skills for painting flowers in watercolor.
Materials list for students to bring:
All other supplies will be 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.
Watercolor Painting
Date: Wednesdays, April 22 - May 20, from 2:30 pm - 4:45 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
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.
Acrylic Painting
Date: Fridays, April 17 to May 15, 6:30 pm to 8:45 pm
Fee: $215/ 10% off member discount with code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Acrylics are one of the most versatile media ever invented! Bright, luminous colors, ease of use, and infinite techniques make acrylic painting a boundless, creative choice. Whether you are intrigued by acrylic's potential or have worked in acrylic for years, this class has something for everyone!
We will cover the basics of composition, light & shadow, color harmony, and perspective. You will have the opportunity to paint a variety of subjects: landscapes, animals, plants, national parks, birds, sailboats, still lifes. We will delve into some of the alternative techniques acrylics has to offer: washes, layering, dripping, sponging, spraying, textured mediums, collage, etc! Expand your creative horizons in this fun and informative class!
All supplies provided.
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.
Letting Go: Expressive Large Abstract Painting
Date: Saturday, April 11, from 11:00 am-2:30 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jackie Cort
Location: Schack Art Center Studio 1 & 2
A great way to calm all the stress and voices in our heads, please come and relax to a non-judgmental style of abstract painting. You will make four large works on paper. We really have the most fun and sometimes a tear or two as we learn to let it all go and find our inner child at play again. New and repeat students encouraged.
All supplies provided.
Introduction to Oil Painting: Beginner's Guide to Technique and Materials
Date: Sundays, April 5 - May 10, from 5 pm to 7 pm
Fee: $225/discount with member code
Ages: 13+
Levels: All
Sessions: 6
Instructor:Angeline Shrike
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
In this beginner-friendly oil painting class, you’ll learn the key techniques and fundamentals needed to work confidently and safely with oils. Guided by a classically trained artist, you’ll build a strong foundation in material handling, color mixing, brushwork, and composition.
By the end of the course, you’ll understand how to use oils effectively and have the skills to create balanced, well-executed paintings.
Materials list to bring to class:
You’re welcome to order these supplies online, but if you have the time, it’s recommended to visit your local art store instead. This gives you a chance to explore the variety of materials available and compare items in person.. ArtSpot Edmonds and Artist & Craftsman Supply are great places. Blick is also a good alternative.
Oil Paint (one 4oz tube or smaller of each color):
*Be cautious not to get water soluble oil paint!
Ivory Black
Burnt Sienna
Titanium White
Raw Umber
Viridian Green
Ultramarine Blue
A container to wash paints in (any container that can double as a brush cleaning and solvent storage is good—a glass jar is ok too!)
A container for linseed oil (a glass jar is ok too!)
Paintbrushes (there are many options—you can always ask your local art store to help you put together a set that fits your budget, but you will want an assortment of sizes and styles of synthetic or mongoose brushes in filbert, flat, and round. This is an example of a starter set, but please feel free to shop around.
Roll of disposable plastic bags
If you have any questions regarding the materials list, please feel free to reach out to the class coordinator at rchernow@schack.org
Learn Impressionist Alla Prima Portrait Painting
Date: Saturdays, March 14- April 18, from 6 pm to 9 pm
Fee: $325/discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: All
Sessions: 6
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
Spring Flowers in Watercolor
Date: Saturday, March 14, 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 watercolor with local artist Jenna Brechbiel in this engaging, hands-on class. Students will be guided step by step through the process of creating a floral painting while learning the fundamentals of watercolor, including color mixing, blending, layering, and other essential techniques. By the end of the class, each student will leave with a finished watercolor flower painting.
All materials will be provided.
Landscape Painting in Oil
Date: Tuesdays, March 10 - April 14, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fee: $250 / 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:
All other supplies are included.
Acrylic Painting
Date: Sundays, February 22 - March 29, 4:30 pm to 6:45 pm
Fee: $245 member discount with member code
Ages: 15+
Levels: Beginner/Intermediate
Sessions: 6
Instructor: Pete Barth
Location: Schack Art Center, Painting & Drawing Studio
Acrylics are one of the most versatile media ever invented! Bright, luminous colors, ease of use, and infinite techniques make acrylic painting a boundless, creative choice. Whether you are intrigued by acrylic's potential or have worked in acrylic for years, this class has something for everyone!
We will cover the basics of composition, light & shadow, color harmony, and perspective. You will have the opportunity to paint a variety of subjects: landscapes, animals, plants, national parks, birds, sailboats, still lifes. We will delve into some of the alternative techniques acrylics has to offer: washes, layering, dripping, sponging, spraying, textured mediums, collage, etc! Expand your creative horizons in this fun and informative class!
All supplies provided.
Seaside Encaustic
Dates: Saturday, February 7, from 11 am - 2 pm
Fee: $190/ discount with member code
Ages: 18+
Levels: All
Sessions: 1
Instructor: Jackie Cort
Location: Schack Art Center Studio 1 & Studio 2
In this workshop, we are painting in the luminous colors of seaglass to create peaceful ocean waters using texture techniques to give your work, life, and energy. Complete with seafoam and sand, you will complete 4 calming pieces to bring into your space.
*All levels
*Supplies included
*Aprons or old clothes are recommended.
Watercolor Painting
Date: Thursdays, January 15 - February 12, from 1:00 pm - 3:15 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.
Acrylic Painting
Date: Wednesdays, January 14 - February 11, from 6:30 pm to 8:45 pm
Fee: $205/ 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 media ever invented! Bright, luminous colors, ease of use, and infinite techniques make acrylic painting a boundless, creative choice. Whether you are intrigued by acrylic's potential or have worked in acrylic for years, this class has something for everyone!
We will cover the basics of composition, light & shadow, color harmony, and perspective. You will have the opportunity to paint a variety of subjects: landscapes, animals, plants, national parks, birds, sailboats, still lifes. We will delve into some of the alternative techniques acrylics has to offer: washes, layering, dripping, sponging, spraying, textured mediums, collage, etc! Expand your creative horizons in this fun and informative class!
All supplies provided.