Classes and Workshops To Inspire.

Class / Workshop Requests and Private Lessons are available to you. To register for a class or workshop below please call us at (360)440-1399 or you may click on the email registration link for any of the classes or workshops. For private / group instruction or studio time, contact us,

Knowles Studio 360-440-1399 (Leigh) Art Classes
20432 Noll Rd. Poulsbo WA 98370
leigh@mail.knowlesstudio.com

Class and Workshop Listings

Watercolor, Ages 12 and up | SPRING WORKSHOP
May 26, Sat 10am – 3pm

Learn how to paint from still life, landscape and, weather permitting, Plein Air. You will learn how to create believable illusions of space and objects, about color and glazing, about textural effects, additive and subtractive techniques. Great fun in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere.

$65 for one, $48. Per. For two or more, Complete watercolor kits $40. Or see supply list

Instructor: Robin Weiss / Leigh Knowles Metteer / Marti Mathis

College Prep | SPRING WORKSHOP
June 2, Sat. 10:00 – 2:30

End of Year Portfolio Review - Workshop for all Sophomore, Junior and Senior High school students interested in professional reviews from four Artists / Professors of Art. Workshop from 10:30 -11:30, will discuss how to photograph and prepare your work, matting/framing, presentation, career options. Personal portfolio reviews after workshop.

FREE

Design for Grades 4 – 7 | SUMMER WORKSHOP
June 25 – 28, (Mon – Thurs) 9am – noon

This class is designed especially young artists. We will have fun exploring many materials and methods including drawing, painting and collage. Students should bring an apron or cloths to paint in and a snack.

$125. All supplies included

Instructor: Leigh Knowles Metteer

Class limited to 10.

Oil Painting | SUMMER WORKSHOP
June 25 – 28 Mon – Thurs. 1pm – 4pm instruction, open studio till 6pm

All levels, intermediate and advanced will get a lot out of this. Professor Daniel Rice is a visiting instructor from Seattle. He teaches in a classic style. Building layers of warm and cool glazes. DON’T MISS THIS WORKSHOP. He will teach you methods you will be able to use the rest of your painting life.

$175. Supply list available.

Instructor: Prof Daniel Rice (NWU)

Limited - Register now to secure an easel.

Watercolor Workshop | SUMMER WORKSHOP
June 30 – July 1 Sat.- Sun. 10am – 1pm instruction, open studio till 3pm.

Watercolor Workshop (Beginning-Intermediate) In a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, learn watercolor and how it works, learn about color, glazing, composition, creating special effects, creating believable atmosphere and details. For examples of artwork, see instructors work under “Featured Artists”.

Limited - Register now to secure an easel.

Instructor: Robin Weiss

$95. Supply list available. Bring own or purchase full kit $40.

Drawing for grades 7-10 | SUMMER WORKSHOP
July 1 – 6, (no class Wed. July 4) 9am – noon

We will have fun exploring many methods and approaches that will build artistic concepts and open creative doors. Materials include pencil, colored pencil, marker, charcoal. Projects include Line-Shape-Pattern, Drawing from Life, Perspective Drawing, Drawing the Face, Drawing from Imagination, Drawing from Perception: Space and Time. Students will leave class with a portfolio of works to be proud of.

$125. All supplies included. Limited - Register now to secure an easel.

Instructor: Leigh Knowles Metteer

Printmaking: Relief - Linocut | SUMMER WORKSHOP
July 1 – 6, (no class Wed. July 4) 1pm – 4pm

Learn about linocut printmaking. This is a remarkably versatile media. Plates can be printed black and white or any color. Multiple plates can also be made to layer colors or images. This class is great for ages 15 and up but can accommodate younger students with steady hands.

* Highly recommended for serious high school art students to help build portfolios and skills. Learn about drypoint and intaglio printmaking. For examples of artwork, see “Featured Artists” Knowles

$125. Includes all materials. Limited - Register now to secure press time.

Instructor: Leigh Knowles Metteer

Design for Grades 4 – 7 | SUMMER WORKSHOP
July 2 - 6, (Mon – Thurs) 9am – noon

This class is designed especially young artists. We will have fun exploring many materials and methods including drawing, painting and collage. Students should bring an apron or cloths to paint in and a snack.

Register now to secure a place. Class limited to 10.

$125. All supplies included

Instructor: Leigh Knowles Metteer

Printmaking: Copper Plate Etching | SUMMER WORKSHOP
July 9 – 13 Mon – Fri. 10am – 3pm (or longer)

* Highly recommended for serious high school art students to help build portfolios and skills. Learn about drypoint and intaglio printmaking. This is a durable and versatile media. Plates can be printed black and white or any color. Multiple plates can also be made to layer colors or images. This class is great for ages 15 and up but can accommodate younger students with steady hands. For examples of artwork, see “Featured Artists” Knowles.

$175. Includes all materials. Limited - Register now to secure press time.

Instructor: Leigh Knowles Metteer

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