Ever look at a watercolor painting and think, how did they do that? This workshop is a must for anyone who's always wondered and wanted to try. While each artist develops their own touch, there are techniques every aspiring painter needs to know. In this watercolor workshop, Sara will be teaching various brushstroke techniques most […]
We are celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with a wooden wall hanging event. With various star stencils, paint colors, knob selections, there's room for creativity while following along, step by step. This is a "paint and sip" style workshop, feel free to bring your own beverages (including wine) and snacks! We will provide coffee and tea. […]
Flag day is coming up, not to mention Independence Day around the corner! This is the year to make something special! We're bringing out the metal hoops again, this time to show you how to use them as a free-standing display. These hoops can be used for hanging solo or in groupings, or in various […]
Introducing the first of our new Holiday Collection signboard! We have planned these to coordinate with our seasonal signboards-- (the Bobber, the Butterfly, the Snowman, and the Blackbird.) Like those, these are double-sided to add another design to the other side at a future workshop. This is a great workshop to start out the summer […]
We are celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with a wooden wall hanging event. With various star stencils, paint colors, knob selections, there’s room for creativity while following along, step by step. Check out that gold leaf! This is a “paint and sip” style workshop, feel free to bring your own beverages (including wine) and snacks! We […]
Back by popular request! The Bobber is our summer design from our 4 season collection. Our signboards are double sided, offering the ability to paint another season on the other side for $15 off. If you are bringing a board from a previous class, please read instructions below*. For more details about this project, continue […]
Transform a simple stencil into a work of art! Many people know how to use multiple colors and gradations in a stencil, but you can take it a step further and use it as a painting guide. Sara will show how the design of stencils, with their positive and negative spaces, provide the information needed […]
Ever wondered how to paint loosely with watercolor for that “effortless” look? Try the tricks of the trade with local artist, Sara Porter, as your instructor. With demonstrations and one-on-one assistance, this is a hands-on experience that will open up your painting to a whole new world! This is a 3 hour workshop with a […]
Introducing our newest project-- a wooden signboard with planter at the base. Display living or artificial plants all year long! Season-neutral patterns allow you to switch out plants to match the holidays. A beautiful addition to your front entry. See project description below for more details. Bring your favorite snacks and beverages, or enjoy a […]
In this watercolor workshop, Sara will be teaching various brushstroke techniques most often used in loose watercolor painting. This workshop has a required materials list-be sure to check that out at the bottom of this page! We will be practicing our brushstrokes with Sara’s Highlander Cow in watercolor- as seen in a previous class- as […]
The term "painting with paper" was first associated with artist Henry Matisse, who would say he was "drawing with scissors." Since then, paper has become much more prevalent in the world of fine art. Since the scrap booking trend hit the scene, we have had access to thousands of colors and patterns. Now, mixed media […]
The term "painting with paper" was first associated with artist Henry Matisse, who would say he was "drawing with scissors." Since then, paper has become much more prevalent in the world of fine art. Since the scrap booking trend hit the scene, we have had access to thousands of colors and patterns. Now, mixed media […]