In this 2-hour class, you will learn basic watercolor techniques and paint an 8x10 inch painting of a dreamy sunset over the Monona Terrace building with the Capitol building in the background. You'll get to customize your sunset colors and building colors as well. This class is perfect for beginners as the template of the skyline is printed directly onto your watercolor paper- no drawing is required! All supplies, one drink, and light refreshments are included in your ticket price. We are offering a Mimosa or a Ginger-Fizz mocktail as drink options, water will also be available.

Date: Sunday, March 30th 2025

Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Location: Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. 1 John Nolen Drive, Madison Wi

Price: $35/person (includes all materials and one complimentary drink)

Age Requirement: All participants must be 18 years old or older to participate, cocktails are for those 21+

*This class needs a minimum of 6 participants to run.

Thu, Mar 20, 2025 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Are you always stuck running to the store to buy that last minute greeting card? In this class, you will learn how to paint loose florals and then turn them into your own greeting cards. All supplies included to make at least two greeting cards. For beginners and beyond.

At Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison, WI

$65/$52 member

Registration Deadline: March 13

Paint and Sip Conservation Series at Delta Beer Lab to benefit Polar Bears International!

Learn to paint a polar bear under a Northern Lights sky using watercolors. This class is perfect for beginners- your design will be printed on your watercolor paper, so all you need to focus on is painting and having fun! As an added bonus, 10% of your ticket price will be donated to Polar Bears International to help with conservation efforts across the globe. Learn more about the Polar Bears International here.

Want to meet the cute model for this class? Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison has a beautiful polar bear named Berit- and she was the model for this class!

Monday, March 17
6:00- 8:00 pm

$45 per person
All supplies included plus your first drink for FREE!

Location: Delta Beer Lab
167 E Badger Rd, Madison, WI 53713

Embrace our Wisconsin winters and learn to paint a calming winter scene using watercolors! Emily Marie Watercolors will teach you various watercolor techniques to paint skies and treelines as well as snow and buildings.  All painting supplies will be provided, so all you need to bring is your desire to create!  You will paint an 8x10 inch painting.   No prior experience with watercolors or drawing required.

Make your experience even more extra special with delicious food from Cambridge Market!

DATE: Wednesday, March 12, 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
LOCATION: Art Hub, Cambridge, WI (  145 W. MAIN, CAMBRIDGE, WI 53523)
COST: $48
AGE: 12+, Adults
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: WED. FEB. 26

Sat, Mar 8, 2025 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The first signs of spring are always the most beautiful! In this class, you will paint two different snowdrop arrangements- changing up the background color splash with each painting. This class is perfect for beginners since the snowdrop outline is printed onto your watercolor paper. At the end of class, you will get to mat one of your 5x7 paintings. All supplies included.

At Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison, WI

$65/$52 member

Registration Deadline: March 1

Join us for Dragonfly's yoga and book exchange member event! This will include a Flow & Lift class followed by intentional stretching and breath work. Following our workout, we will meet in the tea lounge for a book exchange and post-workout celebration and an opportunity to paint your own bookmark with a local artist, Emily Marie Watercolors.

Please bring a new or gently used favorite book with you for the exchange. This could be fiction, romance, thriller, memoir, fantasy, historical fiction, personal development, or any book that you would like to share with others. All guests will leave with a post-workout endorphin rush, a new book and a fun bookmark to keep you on track.

Day: Saturday, March 1st
Time: 12:30-1:45 pm
Location: Middleton
Cost: Free for Dragonfly Yoga Members

In this 2 hour class, you will learn how to use wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques to paint orchids. The design is printed directly on your watercolor paper, so you don’t have to be good at drawing. Test out watercolors while using professional supplies! All supplies included.

$65/$52 member

Registration Deadline: February 13

Learn how to paint your cat using watercolors!

We will start by outlining our cats with a black, waterproof pen and then layer on colors using a wet on dry technique. At the end, we will add a colorful background using a wet on wet technique.

But you don't know how to draw your cat? NO PROBLEM! I will come to class with your cat drawn on your paper! That's right- this isn't a drawing class- it's a painting class! Let's not waste time on drawing! Perfect for beginners.

Cost: $60 per person
*Your first drink is FREE! * Alcoholic and mocktail options available
Location: Delta Beer Lab, 167 E Badger Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53713

All supplies included. You will leave the class with a 5x7 inch framed or matted finished piece.

***THE BEST PART?!*** 10% of your class fee will go directly to Madison Cat Project.

Unfortunately, I cannot allow walk-ins the day of class.
One cat per person per paper.

Learn how to paint using watercolors! In this class, you will paint your own dog! We will start by outlining our pups with a black, waterproof pen and then layer on colors step by step.

But you don't know how to draw? NO PROBLEM! I will come to class with your dog drawn on your paper! That's right- this isn't a drawing class- it's a painting class! Let's not waste time on drawing!

Cost: $60 per person
Date: Thursday, February 13, 6-8 pm
Location: The Boneyard (1018 Walsh Rd, Madison, WI 53714)
All supplies included. You will leave the class with a 5x7 inch framed or matted finished piece.

***THE BEST PART?!*** 10% of your class fee will go directly to Underdog Pet Rescue of Wisconsin!

Unfortunately, I cannot allow walk-ins the day of class.
One dog per paper per student.

Learn to paint a simple winter landscape using watercolors. We will cover some basic techniques for painting skies, pine trees, water, and snow. At the end of class, you will mat one of your 5x7 paintings. This class is for beginners. All supplies included.

$65/$52 member

Registration Deadline: January 16

Learn how to paint using watercolors! In this class, you will paint your own dog! We will start by outlining our pups with a black, waterproof pen and then layer on colors step by step.

But you don't know how to draw? NO PROBLEM! I will come to class with your dog drawn on your paper! That's right- this isn't a drawing class- it's a painting class! Let's not waste time on drawing!

Cost: $60 per person
Date: Wednesday, January 22, 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: Spilled Grapes Wine Bar (1010 17th Ave, Monroe, WI 53566)
All supplies included. You will leave the class with a 5x7 inch framed or matted finished piece.

***THE BEST PART?!*** 10% of your class fee will go directly to Green County Humane Society.

Unfortunately, I cannot allow walk-ins the day of class.
One dog per paper per student.

Once you learn the tricks and techniques to paint these birch trees with watercolors, you won’t be able to stop painting trees in your spare time! Learn how to paint two different birch tree scenes, changing up the sky colors with each painting. 

This class is perfect for beginners. All supplies included. You'll paint one 5x7 inch and one 8x10 inch painting.

When: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
6-8pm
Where: Lyon Road Academy (1100 Frank H St, Ste 7, Waunakee, WI 53597)
Cost: $80

Create your own Holiday Cards this year! This class is suited for beginners, but more advanced painters will also be able to take away lots of tips for creating their own holiday wreaths. Your design will be printed directly on your watercolor paper, so no drawing skills are required. All supplies are provided to create 2 holiday wreath cards.

$65 / $52 for Olbrich Garden members

Location: Olbrich Gardens, Madison, WI

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 29

Paint and Sip at The Chazen!

Embrace the snowfall that is just around the corner and join us at the Chazen Café on Thursday, November 21st at 5pm for a fun and relaxing Paint and Sip event inspired by the changing seasons. Emily Marie Watercolors will lead you to create a beautiful winter scene using watercolor techniques as you sip on a warm beverage from the café. All painting supplies will be provided, so all you need to bring is your desire to create!

This event is free. Generous support for this event is provided by Art Bridge’s Foundation’s Access for All program.

Eventbrite registration and Chazen Café purchase is required to participate. Attendance is limited, if you do not arrive by 5:05pm to find your seat, or your spot may be forfeited to walk-in guests.

Paint and Sip Night at Delta Beer Lab to benefit the Red Panda Network!

Learn to paint this cute Red Panda using watercolors. This class is perfect for beginners- your design will be printed on your watercolor paper, so all you need to focus on is painting and having fun! As an added bonus, 10% of your ticket price will be donated to The Red Panda Network to help with conservation efforts across the globe. Learn more about the Red Panda Network here.

Want to meet the cute model for this class? Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison has two red pandas- one of which was the model for this painting class!

Thursday, November 14
6:30- 8:30 pm

$45 per person
All supplies included plus your first drink for FREE!

Location: Delta Beer Lab
167 E Badger Rd, Madison, WI 53713

Paint your own Holiday Cards with watercolors!

In this class, you will learn how to use cookie cutters and watercolors to paint various holiday cards. We’ll start with some basic instruction of how to use watercolors and I’ll guide you through painting a cute gingerbread man. You’ll then get the chance to play around and paint using the supplies available.

Age: 8 and up with an adult in attendance
Location: Miggy’s Bakes (6712 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave, Middleton, WI 53562)
When: Tuesday, November 12, 6-7:30 pm

Cost: $25 per person

What is better than walking through a pine forest after a snowfall? Painting it using watercolors! In this 2 hour class, you will learn different techniques to paint snow-covered trees using watercolors. We will use masking fluid, salt, and splatter to create our 5x7 inch winter wonderland. At the end of class, you will mat your painting. All supplies included. Beginners welcome, no drawing or prior experience with watercolors needed. 

Make your experience even more extra special with delicious food from Cambridge Market!

DATE: Wednesday, Nov 6, 6:30-8:30 pm
$48 per person, all supplies included

Learn how to paint using watercolors!

In this class, you will paint your own dog! We will start by outlining our pups with a black, waterproof pen and then layer on colors step by step.

But you don't know how to draw? NO PROBLEM! I will come to class with your dog drawn on your paper! That's right- this isn't a drawing class- it's a painting class! Let's not waste time on drawing! You’ll be asked to send reference photos of your pup to the instructor upon registering for the class.

Cost: $60 per person
Location: LaGrotta, Lodi, WI
Thursday, October 17, 6:30-8:30 pm

All supplies included. You will leave the class with a 5x7 inch framed or matted finished piece.

***THE BEST PART?!*** 10% of your class fee will go directly to Albert’s Dog Lounge Dog Rescue

Unfortunately, I cannot allow walk-ins the day of class.
One dog per paper per student.

Included in your ticket price: 1 free alcoholic or N/A drink from LaGrotta

Looking for more ways to capture the beauty of the season? This class is for you! Learn how to paint a few types of loose flowers and leaves then paint them with a pumpkin. This class is perfect for beginners looking to learn how to paint flowers without drawing them out first. At the end of class, you will mat your 8x10 painting. All supplies included.

Location: Olbrich Gardens in Madison, WI

$65 / $52 for Olbrich Garden members

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 8

Learn how to paint using watercolors all while donating to a great cause!

In this class, 100% of your class fees go directly to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) The Breast Cancer Research Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit organization which has raises money to support clinical and translational research on breast cancer at medical institutions in the United States and abroad. BCRF currently funds over 255 researchers in 14 countries.

In December of 2022, my mom passed away from metastatic breast cancer. BCRF helps to fund research to find new and better treatment options for metastatic breast cancer. My mom started painting with me after she was diagnosed and enjoyed how calming it was.

Class Details:

• Sunday, October 13, 6-8 pm

• Location: Kendra Scott at Hilldale Mall, Madison, WI

• Donation: 100% of what you pay for the class will be donated to Breast Cancer Research Foundation. In addition, Kendra Scott will donate 20% of any sales that day to BCRF. Before the class, you will be invited to shop and get $20 off your purchase.

• Project: Blustery Leaves: My mom's favorite season was fall. She loved walking through freshly fallen leaves. At the end of class, you will get to mat or frame your painting to use it as fall decor in your home!

  Space is limited

About Gallery Night

Gallery Night is a long-time Madison arts tradition that showcases the city’s vibrant arts community. Organized by MMoCA, Gallery Night offers art lovers and art novices alike an opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of exhibitions, opening receptions, special events, and demonstrations at venues throughout the city. During Gallery Night, dozens of venues open their doors to invite the public in to see and shop for original artwork.

Gallery Night takes place from 5–9 PM, though some participating venues set their own hours. All venues participating in Gallery Night are open free of charge.

Fall 2024 Gallery Night will be held on Friday, October 4.

I was asked to offer a solo show at Hatch Art House (1248 Williamson St, Madison, WI). I will be showing, and selling, some original art as well as Fine Art Prints and Watercolor Kits. Stop by between 5-9pm for a free refreshment and to say hello! Willy street will have a variety of different local businesses participating in MMoCA’s gallery night- check out other spots in walking distance to plan your evening: https://www.mmoca.org/event/gallery-night/fall2024/

Learn how to paint a cute ice cream greeting card using watercolors!

This class is perfect for beginners since the outlines are printed directly onto your watercolor paper. I provide all the supplies and lead you with guided instructions. You also get a free ice cream, coffee, or latte with your ticket!

Suggested age: 7+ (or the ability to use fine motor skills with a brush and paints)

Tuesday, September 24, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Icki Sticki, Mount Horeb (1225 Springdale St, Mt Horeb, WI 53572)

Learn how to paint your cat using watercolors!

We will start by outlining our cats with a black, waterproof pen and then layer on colors using a wet on dry technique. At the end, we will add a colorful background using a wet on wet technique.

But you don't know how to draw your cat? NO PROBLEM! I will come to class with your cat drawn on your paper! That's right- this isn't a drawing class- it's a painting class! Let's not waste time on drawing!

Cost: $60 per person
Location: Madison Cat Project, 3205 Latham Dr, Madison, WI 53713
*Optional tour of Madison Cat Project facility and play time with adoptable cats offered at the end of our class!

All supplies included. You will leave the class with a 5x7 inch framed or matted finished piece.

***THE BEST PART?!*** 10% of your class fee will go directly to Madison Cat Project.

Unfortunately, I cannot allow walk-ins the day of class.
One cat per person per paper.

Learn how to paint using watercolors! In this class, you will paint your own dog! We will start by outlining our pups with a black, waterproof pen and then layer on colors step by step.

But you don't know how to draw? NO PROBLEM! I will come to class with your dog drawn on your paper! That's right- this isn't a drawing class- it's a painting class! Let's not waste time on drawing!

I was an elementary teacher for 10 years before becoming a full-time artist and I'm excited to get back into a classroom again to do what I love: teach!

Cost: $60 per person (includes your first drink for free!)
Date: Sunday, September 15, 12:30-2:30pm
Location: Delta Beer Lab (167 E Badger Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53713)
All supplies included. You will leave the class with a 5x7 inch framed or matted finished piece.

***THE BEST PART?!*** 10% of your class fee will go directly to Fetch Rescue of WI! Fetch is also hosting a meet and greet for adoptable dogs that same day from 2-4pm, so we invite everyone to play with some puppies after our class.

Unfortunately, I cannot allow walk-ins the day of class.
One dog per paper per student.

Join us at the Chazen Café on Friday, September 13th at 5pm for a fun and unique Paint and Sip event, inspired by the enchanting works featured in Petah Coyne: How Much A Heart Can Hold, on view Sept. 9-Dec. 23 at the Chazen Museum of Art. Immerse yourself in the world of contemporary art as Emily Marie Watercolors leads you to create a watercolor masterpiece inspired by Coyne's distinctive work.

Generous support for this event is provided by Art Bridge’s Foundation’s Access for All program. (Admission is Free, but please only sign up if you are able to attend and cancel your ticket if you can’t- there will be a waitlist for this class)

Chazen Café purchase is required to participate.

About the Exhibition:

Experience sprawling sculptural works made of cloth, human hair, scrap metal, wax, silk flowers and other unorthodox materials in Petah Coyne: How Much A Heart Can Hold, on view Sept. 9-Dec. 23 at the Chazen Museum of Art. The exhibition features more than a dozen works, several on display for the first time. It serves as both a multi-decade exploration of the contemporary American sculptor’s career and an ode to women’s complexity and creativity.

Coyne reads two to three books per week. Most of them are by women writers. As she sews, she often imagines characters from different books in dialogue with one another. The exhibition’s three sections — “Women’s Work,” “Women Obscured and Transformed” and “Women’s Relationships” — present a view of Coyne’s artistic practice while honoring the literary contributors she loves.

Learn more here: https://chazen.wisc.edu/exhibitions/petah-coyne-how-much-the-heart-can-hold/

My favorite thing about fall is looking around on a hike and seeing layers of colorful leaves on the ground. Join us to learn how to use a watercolor technique called negative painting to create this effect. No drawing or previous watercolor skills needed. At the end of class, you will mat one of the 8x10 inch paintings you created. All supplies included.

$65 / $52 for Olbrich Garden members

Location: Olbrich Gardens, Madison, WI

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 3