Class: Landscapes

Explore the beauty of landscapes in this hands-on art class led by Mary Olsen, local artist and founder of Graphite Arts Center and Art Start Northwest. Over two sessions, you’ll learn how to draw and paint a landscape using a variety of materials, from traditional watercolor and acrylics to experimental techniques with pastels, inks, and more.

Mary will guide you through the creative process, helping you understand how to layer different media to create depth, texture, and atmosphere in your landscapes. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist looking to expand your skills, this class will inspire you to discover new ways to approach landscape art.

During the first session, you will practice drawing techniques and experiment with materials you might want to use in your final piece. The second session you will paint in the medium of your choice. By the end of class, you’ll have completed your own unique landscape piece, plus gained new tools and techniques to continue experimenting with in your future artwork.

This is an explorational class for all levels – beginners to advanced – everyone is welcome to come and make art with us. All supplies are included, but feel free to bring your own supplies you’d like to experiment with.

About Mary Olsen:
Mary Olsen is a working artist driven by a belief that art instruction is an integral part of a quality education. Mary founded Art Start NW to bring enrichment into Edmonds Public Schools. That mission expanded with the creation of Graphite, a physical home for artists to work in their preferred medium, collaborate and show their work. Mary’s commitment to making Edmonds a center for visual art inspires teachers, Art Start NW staff and visitors every day.

When: January 21 & 28, 2026 (2 sessions)
Time: 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Cost: $90
Ages: Adults 18+
Instructor: Mary Olsen
Supply Fee: All supplies included
Location: Graphite Arts Center, 202 Main St., Edmonds, WA 98020
Pre-registration required

Class fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Register early! If there are less than 6 people in a class, the class could get cancelled and your money will be refunded.

Questions? Contact workshops@graphiteartscenter.org