Classes & Workshops
As an art educator, my mission is to ignite your creative spark and dispel the myth that only the “naturally talented” can make art. I believe art is for everyone—an empowering tool for joy, self-discovery, and personal transformation.
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Join my botanical watercolor and drawing classes to master foundational techniques in a supportive, step-by-step format. Whether you’re just starting out or returning to art, these classes help you build confidence and develop realistic drawing and painting skills.
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Explore my mixed media art classes, where we blend meditation, creative intuition, storytelling, and self-expression. Together, we’ll create soulful mixed-media art that reflects your true self and supports your personal growth journey.​
Private Art Instruction and Classes
Join our adult art classes in the Pittsburgh area and discover a supportive, creative community.
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Flexible art instruction options and bundle packages are available to fit your schedule and interests.
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Private one-on-one lessons - $45/hour
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In person or online
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Add $10 travel fee if you are over 10 miles away
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4 Session Bundle Option - $250
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90 minutes each session
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In person or online
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Add $10 travel fee if you are over 10 miles away
Small Group Classes & Workshops
Private small-group sessions for special events, or in-person group classes and workshops are held at various locations around the city. These are perfect for expanding your art experience, having a fun social gathering with friends, and meeting your community.​
Classes & Workshops
Introduction to Botanical Water Colors
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3 Hours
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No prior experience required
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All materials are included
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This class introduces you to watercolor painting through the lens of botanical art. You’ll learn essential watercolor materials, how watercolors behave, and foundational techniques such as wet-on-dry, wet-on-wet, lifting, and layering. Through guided instruction and a step-by-step class project, you’ll build confidence using watercolor and leave with a finished botanical painting.
Introduction to Botanical Watercolors Series
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4 Sessions, 90 minutes each
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No prior experience required
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A list of materials will be provided
​This four-session series builds on foundational watercolor skills, focusing on botanical painting. You’ll learn techniques such as wet-on-dry, wet-on-wet, lifting, and layering, brushwork, and basic color mixing, while developing stronger observation and watercolor control. By the end of the series, you’ll complete an 8 x 10 botanical study and gain the skills to continue practicing botanical watercolors independently.
Ink and Wash Foundations
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3 Hours
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No prior experience required
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All materials are included
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This beginner-friendly class introduces the basics of combining ink and watercolor. You’ll learn essential materials, linework, and shading techniques, and how to apply watercolor washes to support ink drawings. Through guided instruction and a class project, you’ll leave with a finished ink-and-wash piece and a solid foundation to continue practicing on your own.
Ink, Water Color, and Mixed Media Series
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4 Sessions, 90 minutes each
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No prior experience required
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A list of materials will be provided
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This four-session series introduces the fundamentals of working with ink, watercolor, and gouache together. You’ll learn essential techniques, explore the characteristics of each medium, and practice combining them for realistic results. The series concludes with a guided 8 x 10 mixed media artwork.
Foundations for Realistic Drawing
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4 Sessions, 90 minutes each
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No prior experience required
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A list of materials will be provided
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This beginner-friendly drawing course focuses on building strong observation and drawing fundamentals. Students will learn how to see basic shapes, understand proportion, and use light and shading to create form and depth. Through guided practice and a final project, participants will improve drawing accuracy and confidence when working from observation.
Neurographics and Watercolor Meditative Drawing Workshop
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2 Hours
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No prior experience required
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All materials included
This workshop introduces neurographics, a meditative drawing practice developed by psychologist Pavel Piskarev, combined with watercolor painting. The process uses flowing lines and rounded intersections to create layered, abstract compositions that resemble neural pathways and encourage mindful focus.
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Students begin by creating an abstract watercolor background using traditional or powdered watercolors (or both), learning simple techniques to allow color to flow naturally. Once the background is dry, participants are guided through a gentle neurographic drawing approach using continuous lines and rounded connections to build their composition.
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The emphasis of this class is on slowing down, releasing perfection, and enjoying the creative process. The combination of watercolor and intuitive linework offers a calming, grounding experience while resulting in a unique abstract artwork to take home.
Zentangle and Watercolors
$40/person
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2 Hours
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No prior experience required
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All materials included​
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This beginner-friendly workshop combines zentangle patterns with watercolor painting in a relaxing, creative setting. Students will learn simple zentangle designs, basic watercolor control, and color harmony, then apply these skills to create a personalized artwork.
No prior experience is needed, and all participants leave with a finished piece to take home. All materials are included.
Public Class & Workshop Events
Please note, public classes and event fees may vary from above description.
March 1, 2026
