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Relaxing Watercolor Classes with Oren Jaffe
Join us for our relaxing watercolor workshops with Oren Jaffe.
In this workshop we will relax into the beautiful medium of watercolor. No prior skills required, just a positive attitude and desire to learn watercolor in a soothing garden environment!
Oren Jaffe earned his BFA in painting as well as a degree in Natural History at the University of Montana. Oren applies a sensitive and relaxing approach to painting in watercolors making this sometimes difficult medium a joyful and rewarding experience.
Oren’s loose approach to painting is beginner-friendly and in this workshop, we will cover choosing a subject, color-mixing, and brushstrokes.
Most importantly, you will learn how to enjoy watercolor and become a more confident maker.
These classes are designed to build upon one another and many of our students choose to make these Wednesday classes in our cozy secret garden a regular painting practice session.
So come on in and play in watercolor with us!
All supplies are provided by Leaf Quiet.
No prior skills are required - just a positive attitude and a desire to make art with plants!
Relaxing Watercolor Classes with Oren Jaffe
Join us for our relaxing watercolor workshops with Oren Jaffe.
In this workshop we will relax into the beautiful medium of watercolor. No prior skills required, just a positive attitude and desire to learn watercolor in a soothing garden environment!
Oren Jaffe earned his BFA in painting as well as a degree in Natural History at the University of Montana. Oren applies a sensitive and relaxing approach to painting in watercolors making this sometimes difficult medium a joyful and rewarding experience.
Oren’s loose approach to painting is beginner-friendly and in this workshop, we will cover choosing a subject, color-mixing, and brushstrokes.
Most importantly, you will learn how to enjoy watercolor and become a more confident maker.
These classes are designed to build upon one another and many of our students choose to make these Wednesday classes in our cozy secret garden a regular painting practice session.
So come on in and play in watercolor with us!
All supplies are provided by Leaf Quiet.
No prior skills are required - just a positive attitude and a desire to make art with plants!
Pastel Pencil Drawing Class
Pastel pencils are an exciting medium to work with offering a range of potentials. Create bold marks, fine details, rich colors, and painte
Please note: $120 covers all four classes
In this mini-series workshop we will get creative with pastel pencils!
Pastel pencils are an exciting medium to work with as they offer a range of potentials. Create bold marks, fine details, rich colors, and painterly pieces all with the ease of pencil drawing.
If you are new to the medium, the best place to start is with guidance. So come join local artist Kaelee Thompson as she walks you through a step-by-step process. You can expect to learn about different types of soft pastels, pastel paper, blending tools and techniques on how to use all of them.
In this 4-class series, Kaelee will teach you how to create your own animal portrait (or subject of your choosing). There will be demos and discussions on each step, as well as open time to draw while Kaelee walks around to answer questions.
All materials are provided and all experience levels welcome! This class holds no expectations to complete a “finished” work of art. The idea is to spend a bit of time each week in a creative mindfulness practice, while learning new skills or simply relaxing in good company among the plants!
Serene Calligraphy Workshop
Experience Japanese calligraphy as it is traditionally taught in Japan—beginning with grinding your own sumi ink!
This two-hour workshop is led by Kei Nishino from Fukuoka, Japan. She has studied calligraphy since the age of four and is also a certified Assistant Instructor in the Urasenke tradition of Japanese tea ceremony.
You’ll begin by making your own sumi ink using a traditional ink stick and inkstone – a process that is slow and rhythmic in nature which many have found to be a deeply calming and meditative process.
After learning the fundamentals of Japanese calligraphy and practicing traditional brush techniques, you’ll choose one of five autumn-inspired kanji — Moon, Autumn, Fruitfulness, Wind, or Crimson —and create your own artwork.
No experience is needed, and all materials are included. Whether you’re interested in Japanese culture or simply looking for a creative experience, this class is for you.
Relaxing Watercolor Classes with Oren Jaffe
Join us for our relaxing watercolor workshops with Oren Jaffe.
In this workshop we will relax into the beautiful medium of watercolor. No prior skills required, just a positive attitude and desire to learn watercolor in a soothing garden environment!
Oren Jaffe earned his BFA in painting as well as a degree in Natural History at the University of Montana. Oren applies a sensitive and relaxing approach to painting in watercolors making this sometimes difficult medium a joyful and rewarding experience.
Oren’s loose approach to painting is beginner-friendly and in this workshop, we will cover choosing a subject, color-mixing, and brushstrokes.
Most importantly, you will learn how to enjoy watercolor and become a more confident maker.
These classes are designed to build upon one another and many of our students choose to make these Wednesday classes in our cozy secret garden a regular painting practice session.
So come on in and play in watercolor with us!
All supplies are provided by Leaf Quiet.
No prior skills are required - just a positive attitude and a desire to make art with plants!