Theory of color
Saturday 06 June
Southeast Austin - 9am - 2.0 Hours
Andrea Montilva Pilonieta
Explore colour and colour mixing in a relaxed 2-hour park workshop. Learn how colours interact, mix harmonious palettes, and use temperature and contrast to make your watercolours more vibrant. Suitable for beginners and intermediate painters. Meet in a local park in Southeast Austin; exact meetup point provided after booking.
Beginner's Watercolor Pet Portrait Painting Bring Your Furry Friend to Life!
Saturday 13 June
Southeast Austin - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Andrea Montilva Pilonieta
Unleash your inner artist and create a masterpiece that truly captures the heart of your furry companion! Join our Beginner's Watercolor Pet Portrait Painting class, where we'll guide you step-by-step in bringing your beloved pet to life on canvas.No prior painting experience? No problem! Our friendly instructor will lead you through the basics of watercolor techniques, ensuring that every stroke adds personality and charm to your pet's portrait. Discover the joy of mixing vibrant colors, blending tones, and transforming a blank canvas into a lively tribute to your four-legged friend.Whether you have a mischievous cat, a playful pup, or a majestic hamster, this class is tailored for all animal lovers. Grab your brushes, embrace the creative spirit, and let the magic of watercolors turn your pet's portrait into a timeless work of art. Don't miss out on the fun - reserve your spot now and embark on a painting adventure that celebrates the unique bond between you and your furry friend!
Beginner's Watercolor Class
Saturday 11 July
Southeast Austin - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Andrea Montilva Pilonieta
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional artist. You'll learn essential techniques including brushwork, washes, and colour mixing in a relaxed environment.
Summer Landscape Watercolor Meetup
Saturday 25 July
Southeast Austin - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Andrea Montilva Pilonieta
Capture the beauty of summer landscapes in this relaxing watercolor meetup. Paint vibrant scenes inspired by the season's outdoors. Suitable for all skill levels. Join us to create your own landscape masterpiece!
Ocean Wonders in Watercolor
Saturday 15 August
South East Austin - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Andrea Montilva Pilonieta
Dive into a colorful underwater adventure and discover the beauty of marine life through watercolor painting! In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn step-by-step watercolor techniques while creating vibrant ocean-inspired artwork. Our instructor will guide you through color blending, layering, wet-on-wet effects, and texture techniques that bring sea creatures to life on paper.
Choose from a variety of ocean animals such as sea turtles, seahorses, jellyfish, and tropical fish, and create your own unique masterpiece inspired by the wonders of the sea. Whether you're new to watercolor or looking to expand your skills, this class offers a relaxing and creative experience for all levels.
Come enjoy a few hours of creativity, connect with nature through art, and leave with a beautiful painting ready to display. Please bring your own watercolor supplies as listed in the instructions. Reserve your spot and join us for an unforgettable watercolor journey beneath the waves!
Suitable for beginners and intermediate artists ages 12 and up.
Please bring a water bottle and dress comfortably for outdoor painting. All watercolor supplies and reference materials will be provided. Participants are welcome to bring their favorite watercolor brushes if they prefer.
Suitable for beginners and intermediate artists ages 12 and up.
Painting Imagination: Children's Story Illustrations in Watercolor
Saturday 29 August
South East Austin - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Andrea Montilva Pilonieta
Whimsical Worlds: Watercolor Magic for Children's Stories" Class!
Uncover the art of storytelling through vibrant watercolors! Dive into imaginative techniques, mastering the art of illustrating children's stories with depth and emotion. Perfect for all levels, join our fun-filled community and let your creativity soar! Enroll now and start crafting enchanting tales in color!
Creative Watercolor (Abstract Painting)
Saturday 12 September
Southeast Austin - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Andrea Montilva Pilonieta
Set your creativity free in the open air of a beautiful park!
In this class, you'll explore watercolor with freedom and play, experimenting with different texture techniques to create unique and expressive abstract pieces. No rules, no pressure, just color, water, and imagination flowing together.
Watercolor Fall Landscape Class
Saturday 26 September
Southeast Austin - 9:31am - 2 Hours
Andrea Montilva Pilonieta
Capture the magic of autumn in this vibrant Watercolor Fall Landscape Class! Learn simple techniques to paint glowing fall trees, cozy skies, and golden leaves while having fun and unleashing your creativity. Perfect for all skill levels! Please bring your own basic materials to join the colorful adventure.
Granny Squares
Saturday 13 June
In Bee Caves where hwy 620 meets hwy 71 - 2pm - 3 Hours
Kelly Wooldridge
Ready to create stunning granny square blankets and wearables or elevate your crochet skills? Join our fun-filled class! We'll work through several granny square patterns, and hopefully you'll learn a new stitch or two.
Learn the basics of granny square crochet and unleash your creativity. Reserve your spot now for full details upon booking.
Fantasy Drawing Workshop
Saturday 20 June
Zilker area, Austin - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Emma Strohl
Ever wanted to draw out your thoughts and ideas as a comic? In this workshop, we'll cover beginner character design. We'll learn skills for building your character, facial expressions and poses, as well as narrative drawing. This workshop is great for anyone looking for an introduction to fantasy drawing, no experience is necessary.
C2C Crochet Class
Saturday 20 June
In Bee Caves where hwy 620 meets hwy 71 - 2pm - 3.0 Hours
Kelly Wooldridge
Discover the artistry and versatility of corner-to-corner crochet in our upcoming class. Participants will learn the C2C technique, following charts and creating beautiful projects. All materials are provided.
Intermediate Star Pattern Crochet
Saturday 27 June
In Bee Caves where hwy 620 meets hwy 71 - 2pm - 3 Hours
Kelly Wooldridge
Learn a beautiful Star Pattern to make bags, blankets, rag dolls, ornaments, and so much more.
Shadows and Light/Cemetery Architecture Walk
Sunday 19 July
East Austin - 8:30am - 2.0 Hours
Richard Gaines
Light and shadow photography focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow to create dramatic images. We'll explore techniques in a historic outdoor setting. Bring your camera; tripod optional. Comfortable shoes recommended.
Granny Squares
Saturday 25 July
In Bee Caves where hwy 620 meets hwy 71 - 2pm - 3 Hours
Kelly Wooldridge
Ready to create stunning granny square blankets and wearables or elevate your crochet skills? Join our fun-filled class! We'll work through several granny square patterns, and hopefully you'll learn a new stitch or two.
Learn the basics of granny square crochet and unleash your creativity. Reserve your spot now for full details upon booking.
Amigurumi 101
Saturday 08 August
In Bee Caves where hwy 620 meets hwy 71 - 12:30pm - 3 Hours
Kelly Wooldridge
Perfect for those who've already done our popular Beginners Class! Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small, cute creatures. You will learn the basics of Amigurumi and start on an easy amigurumi heart project during the class.All our classes include crochet materials and instruction as well as a non-alcoholic drink during the class.
Beginner Sketching Class
Saturday 15 August
Barton Springs area, Austin - 10am - 2 Hours
Emma Strohl
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create your own sketches. We will cover fundamental techniques such as line, shape, and shading to help you build a solid foundation in art. This session is perfect for absolute beginners looking for a supportive environment.
Amigurumi 101
Saturday 22 August
In Bee Caves where hwy 620 meets hwy 71 - 2pm - 3 Hours
Kelly Wooldridge
Perfect for those who've already done our popular Beginners Class! Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small, cute creatures. You will learn the basics of Amigurumi and start on an easy amigurumi heart project during the class.All our classes include crochet materials and instruction as well as a non-alcoholic drink during the class.
Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting
Saturday 12 September
Lady Bird Lake area, Austin - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Emma Strohl
The focus of this two-hour structured session is 'speed' and 'form', i.e. capturing the essence of the landscape through quick sketches and bold painting techniques. This is perfect for those looking to loosen up their style and practice observational skills in a dynamic environment.
