Workshops
and Classes
Let’s Get Creative.
Each session is a chance to learn with creative people and get messy. Perfect for a date night or a fun outing with friends. All supplies are included unless otherwise noted; check your expectations at the door and let’s play! See our calendar for class offerings.
Questions? workshops@graphiteartscenter.org.
Drop-in: Make Art with MaryRepeating Event
Join us for “Sunday in the Studio with Mary”. This is your opportunity to work with Graphite Arts Center founder and artist, Mary Olsen in a relaxed and inspiring environment. Bring your own supplies and a project to work on. If you need inspiration, Mary will have supplies for you to use and some fun […] ...
Class: ArtLab – Mixed Media Collage
Using papers created with gelli prints and inks*, you’ll experiment with layering, tearing, cutting, and combining materials to create textured, dynamic mixed media collages. Different types of composition and color theory will be discussed as well as how to take individual images and combine them to create a cohesive design. *We are using papers that […] ...
Class: Watercolor for Relaxation – May 2026
Unwind and let go with watercolor painting. This class is designed to help you de-stress through the process of painting. We will begin with a few warm-up exercises followed by a 10-minute visualization to help you completely relax. Then tapping into our intuition, we will use watercolor painting to calm our minds. Along the way […] ...
Class: Plein Air in Edmonds – May 2026
The practice of “plein air”, involves creating art outdoors, directly from observation, rather than in a studio. Participants will explore the unique environments of downtown Edmonds, capturing natural beauty and atmosphere through various drawing techniques. There will be two plein air sessions this summer. The May 17 session will take place near the beach/ferry with […] ...
Class: Watercolor for Relaxation – June 2026
Unwind and let go with watercolor painting. This class is designed to help you de-stress through the process of painting. We will begin with a few warm-up exercises followed by a 10-minute visualization to help you completely relax. Then tapping into our intuition, we will use watercolor painting to calm our minds. Along the way […] ...
Class: Plein Air in Edmonds – June 2026
The practice of “plein air”, involves creating art outdoors, directly from observation, rather than in a studio. Participants will explore the unique environments of downtown Edmonds, capturing natural beauty and atmosphere through various drawing techniques. There will be two plein air sessions this summer. The May 17 session will take place near the beach/ferry with […] ...
Class: Still Lifes – July 2026Repeating Event
Explore the timeless tradition of still life through both drawing and painting. Working from arranged compositions students will develop their observational skills and a deeper understanding of form, light, and composition as they work with a variety of mediums. Emphasis is placed on value, color mixing, perspective, texture, and expressive mark-making. Through guided demonstration and […] ...
Class: Flow Together: Partner Watercolor – July 2026
In this collaborative class you will explore creativity, communication, and spontaneity. Participants will work in pairs to create shared and individual watercolor pieces, learning to respond intuitively to each other’s marks, colors, and ideas. Through guided exercises and open-ended projects, you’ll experiment with fluid techniques, layering, and blending while practicing creative dialogue. Whether you’re bringing […] ...
Class: Watercolor for Relaxation – July 2026
Unwind and let go with watercolor painting. This class is designed to help you de-stress through the process of painting. We will begin with a few warm-up exercises followed by a 10-minute visualization to help you completely relax. Then tapping into our intuition, we will use watercolor painting to calm our minds. Along the way […] ...
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Please check back soon.
More Ways to Create Art
Community Art Space
Art Start Northwest supports Art For All, a non-profit organization empowering people with disabilities to create and exhibit art in the greater Puget Sound area. Art For All community classes are held at Graphite Arts Center on the 1st Wednesday of each month.