Art Workshops
Watercolor Unleashed: Break the Rules with Watercolor Spray Painting
Think that watercolor is all translucent pastels and loose florals? Think again! In this playful workshop, we’ll turn the tables on tradition by using liquid watercolor as a spray paint to create bold, vibrant paintings that pack a punch! Hosted by ADX, Art Design Exchange in Portland.
Illustrated Journal Workshop
Learn how to create an illustrated journal of the things you see, taste, and experience. Join this fun and light-hearted workshop and start sketching your day-to-day life. We will learn different ways to layout the pages for your illustrated journal, how to come up with sketching topics from your own experiences, and techniques for drawing, inking, and coloring your sketches. Beginners welcome! Hosted by the Oregon Society of Artists.
Watercolor Confidence: Tips, Tricks & Creative Play
Dip your brush into curiosity and confidence in this joyful watercolor class in Portland. Perfect for beginner and intermediate students, this playful workshop blends approachable techniques, creative exploration, and skill-building to help you loosen up and paint with ease. Hosted by the Oregon Art Center.
Create Your Own Illustrated Travel Journal - on the Oregon Coast!
Tired of journaling? Try Illustrated Journaling instead! Whether your travels take you abroad, to the park or just to your backyard, this workshop is for you! Learn how to create illustrated journals of the things you see, taste and experience. This is a two-day workshop at the Sitka Center for Art and Ecology on the Oregon coast.
Draw Your Day: Create an Illustrated Journal
Learn how to create an illustrated journal of the things you see, taste, and experience. Join this fun and light-hearted workshop and start sketching your day-to-day life. We will learn different ways to layout the pages for your illustrated journal, how to come up with sketching topics from your own experiences, and techniques for drawing, inking, and coloring your sketches. Beginners welcome! Hosted by the Oregon Society of Artists.
Paint a Fall Leaf in Watercolor
Join this beginner-friendly workshop to explore the magic of watercolor step by step. You’ll walk away with a lovely leaf painting and the confidence to keep experimenting with this fluid and flexible medium. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to dip their brush into something new!
Ink & Watercolor Sketching En Plein Air
Do you want to sketch outside, but not sure where to start? In this fun and informative one-day workshop, we will sketch and paint "en plein air," French for "in the open air." We will cover how to create a portable plein air sketching kit, and a process for sketching with pencil, ink, and watercolor. You will also learn tips for sketching common outdoor subjects like flowers, trees, and simple streetscapes. Beginners welcome! Hosted by the Oregon Society of Artists.
Watercolor: Tips, Tricks & Tactics
Watercolor may be tricky, but we know some tricks! In this course, you will learn tips, tricks, and tactics for working with watercolor with greater success. Hosted by the Oregon Society of Artists.
Create Your Own Illustrated Travel Journal (full - waitlist available)
Tired of journaling? Try Illustrated Journaling instead! Whether your travels take you abroad, to the park or just to your backyard, this workshop is for you! Learn how to create illustrated journals of the things you see, taste and experience. This is a two-day workshop at the Sitka Center for Art and Ecology on the Oregon coast.
Watercolor Greeting Cards workshop
Learn how to use watercolor to create cards that would make anyone proud, not just your parents! We will explore different types of watercolor and ink to create modern cards you can gift to friends or family. Each participant will make and take three hand-painted cards with matching envelopes.
Intro to Watercolor Course
Are you watercolor-curious? This 5-week course will take the mystery out of this fluid and flexible painting medium. You’ll learn the essentials about what supplies you need (and what you don’t), how to use them and techniques for developing a watercolor sketchbook practice. Hosted by the Oregon Society of Artists.
Botanical Illustration Workshop - Portland edition!
Learn how to create ink-and-watercolor illustrations of your favorite plants! In this fun and easy one-day workshop, I'll teach you how to create a sketch from live plants, ink your drawing, then tint it with watercolor. Perfect for garden enthusiasts and sketchbook lovers alike. Beginners welcome! Hosted by the Oregon Society of Artists.
Petals, Pens & Paint: A Botanical Illustration Workshop
Learn how to create ink-and-watercolor illustrations of your favorite plants! In this fun and easy one-day workshop, I'll teach you how to create a sketch from live plants, ink your drawing, then tint it with watercolor. Perfect for garden enthusiasts and sketchbook lovers alike. Beginners welcome! Hosted by the Oregon Society of Artists.
Paint a Watercolor Leaf
It’s nearly springtime, and that means lots and lots of fresh, green leaves! Learn how to paint an easy spring leaf at this beginner-friendly watercolor class. A downloadable worksheet will be provided to participants, so you don’t need to know how to draw.
This is a virtual workshop on Zoom. No experience necessary; beginners welcome!
Fall Leaves Illustration workshop
FULL! Waitlist available. Join me at Happy Valley Library for a fun watercolor workshop! We'll draw and paint fall leaves with ink and watercolor. Fun for all ages. Free for Happy Valley residents. Hosted by Happy Valley Library, free for residents of Happy Valley, OR. Advance registration is required.
Fall Leaves Illustration workshop
Learn how to create ink-and-watercolor fall leaf illustrations! Join me at an in-person workshop to learn how to sketch, ink and paint simple, modern fall leaves and flowers. In-person workshop at Cup of Tea in Clackamas, Oregon.
Travel sketching with watercolor
Learn the art of travel sketching with watercolor. This is an in-person workshop in NE Portland.
Botanical Illustrations in Ink and Watercolor - WAITLIST
Learn how to create ink-and-watercolor botanical illustrations! Join me at an in-person workshop to learn how to sketch, ink and paint simple, modern plants or flowers. In-person workshop at Cup of Tea in Clackamas, Oregon.
Learn Modern Calligraphy
Are your curious about how you can add lettering to your artwork? Learn the art of modern calligraphy with me at Portland Art Guild this March! Classes are March 2, 9, & 16, 2024 from 10:00 am – Noon at Portland Art Guild (PAG). Cost: $30 for PAG Members, $60 for Non-members.
What my workshop students are saying:
“You are very engaging, encouraging, and super positive!”
“I love the carefree, low pressure environment that makes art accessible to me as a beginner.”
Participants in my Travel Sketching with Watercolor workshop.
Gather some friends for a personal art retreat
Private art workshops
I offer private workshops for you and your friends in your own home or other community gathering space.
Designed for groups between 6-15 participants, choose from three different topics:
Watercolor (beginner to intermediate)
Modern Calligraphy (beginner to intermediate)
Botanical illustration (intermediate to advanced)
Create an illustrated travel journal (intermediate to advanced)
Offered throughout the greater Portland, OR area.
Art learning partners
I work with several venues around the Northwest to offer art workshops. Check out some of my current partners.
Oregon Society of Artists &
Oregon School of the Arts
Portland, OR
Sitka Center for Art and Ecology
Otis, OR
Tokki Art Supply
Hood River, OR
Cup of Tea Oregon
Clackamas, OR
Want me to come teach in your area?
Send me a message and I will be happy to follow up.
Botanical Illustration at Oregon Society of Artists
Botanical Illustration at Tokki Art Supply
Modern Calligraphy at Tokki Art Supply
Watercolor Basics, private group workshop
Drawing Basics at Cup of Tea
Watercolor Cards at Tokki Art Supply
Participant testimonials
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"A tantalizing introduction with just the right balance of hand-holding and inspiration."
-Calligraphy workshop participant
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"Thank you for breaking down the process into steps that are easy to follow."
-Travel sketching workshop participant
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“Molly is so approachable in accessing this info. Totally not intimidating!”
-Watercolor workshop participant
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"I like that this class gives the freedom to create with no judgement!"
-Travel sketching workshop participant
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"I enjoyed the imperfection of the illustration process, helpful since I am a beginner."
-Botanical illustration workshop participant
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“Molly’s energy and delight are obvious. Thoughtful materials and great flow.”
-Calligraphy workshop participant
Refund policy
For workshops hosted by me: If you cannot attend a class, a 72 hour notice prior to the start of the class via email is required for a full refund of the class fee. After that there is no refund.
For workshops hosted by Oregon Center for the Arts/Oregon Society of Artists, Tokki Art Supply, The Fallow Field, or Sitka Center for Art and Ecology, the refund policy of that organization applies.