Students will learn to paint beautiful landscapes in this beginner to intermediate acrylic class. The class will cover acrylic techniques, atmospheric perspective (how to create depth in landscape), foliage, plus some fun, alternative ways to approach landscape that may surprise you.
This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.
Portraits in Watercolor & Gouache
Watercolor is a beautiful way to capture the unique life and light in the people around us. Join us for an introduction to water-media portraits as we explore expressive portraiture. We recommend some experience with watercolor or gouache paint, but the class is designed to focus on painting so no portrait drawing experience is needed.
Nov 14, 2026
to Dec 12, 2026
from 1:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
(4 sessions total), Saturday
Fee: $100
Item: 39600
There will be no class on Nov 28. Students enrolled in this class are invited to participate in our Summer CE Student Art Show. Visit our Art Show page for more details. Supplies are required for this course.
Gouache is a favorite medium of illustrators and animators, but it's something that many people may not have used before. If you enjoy watercolor or acrylic painting, gouache is the perfect addition to your kit. Join me on to learn a little about the history of this versatile paint and how you can use it and combine it with other paints to make your own gorgeous illustrations and paintings.
This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.
Fall at Seattle Art Galleries
What better way to celebrate the abundant display of fall colors than to explore the diverse art exhibited in Seattle galleries. We will meet weekly at local art galleries to learn about the current exhibition, ask questions, and peruse the space. Following each visit, we will gather for afternoon coffee to discuss the artwork and share interests. A sampling of galleries includes Greg Kucera, Foster/White, ArtX Contemporary, No. 85, J. Rinehart, B612, Patricia Rovzar, Steinbrueck Native Gallery, Woodside/Braseth, Harris/Harvey, and the Seattle Art Museum Gallery. Whether you are a seasoned gallery visitor or a newcomer, please join us to experience this fun opportunity to be a part of an art-loving community.
This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.
Exploring Color Theory Through Watercolor
Want to become more confident with color? Color can be a complex subject matter but with a few essential rules it can be broken down. In this class students will get to explore the basics of color theory with watercolor. Students will start off with exploring the color wheel and principles of color theory. Next they’ll develop a few dynamic color palettes, experiment with mixing watercolor, and learn how to use color theory in paintings. Students will leave class with self colored charts, diagrams, and confidence with color! This class is open to any skill level.
This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.
Wildflowers in Watercolor & Ink
Capture the beauty of wildflowers with watercolor and ink! In this class, we'll explore how expressive linework and luminous watercolor washes work together to create lively botanical pieces. Learn techniques for sketching flowers, simplifying complex forms, and adding color, texture, and personality to your work. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this class is a chance to slow down, observe nature, and create vibrant floral art.
Nov 10, 2026
to Dec 15, 2026
from 6:30 pm
to 9:00 pm
(6 sessions total), Tuesday
Fee: $190
Item: 39601
The waitlist for this class is full!
Students enrolled in this class are invited to participate in our Summer CE Student Art Show. Visit our Art Show page for more details. Supplies are required for this course.
