Adult art classes
September through June, 2025-2026
(July & August, All youth summer workshops, adult classes Sept.- June)
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Arts Umbrella offers a wide variety of mediums and teaching styles. All of our instructors are locally, regionally or nationally known artists with mature art styles. The class atmosphere is casual and encouraging.
"Don't THINK about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it's good or bad, whether they love it or or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art". Andy Warhol
For REGISTRATION information,TUITION fees, and availability of space, PLEASE CONTACT Instructor. Emails are listed with the class descriptions
Further questions may be sent to - [email protected]
"Don't THINK about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it's good or bad, whether they love it or or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art". Andy Warhol
For REGISTRATION information,TUITION fees, and availability of space, PLEASE CONTACT Instructor. Emails are listed with the class descriptions
Further questions may be sent to - [email protected]
Arts Umbrella Adult Tuition Policy
Tuition for our Adult classes is $40 per 3 hour class. Teachers set timeframe, ex: 4 weeks, 6 weeks etc. Once paid, there will be no prorate or refunds. Supplies are not included. Our teachers are talented professionals whose love of teaching and sharing their knowledge with other artists make up the heart and soul of Arts Umbrella.
Tuition for our Adult classes is $40 per 3 hour class. Teachers set timeframe, ex: 4 weeks, 6 weeks etc. Once paid, there will be no prorate or refunds. Supplies are not included. Our teachers are talented professionals whose love of teaching and sharing their knowledge with other artists make up the heart and soul of Arts Umbrella.
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Oil, Acrylic, Gouache
Watercolor, Drawing 
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Michelle Waldele Unleash Your Creativity in Our Adult Drawing and Painting Class Join Michelle Waldele for a fun and supportive drawing and painting class designed for adults of all skill levels. Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned artist, this course is the perfect place to explore your artistic potential. Through guided lessons and individual instruction, you’ll learn the basics of your chosen materials: pencil, charcoal, oils, acrylics, or watercolor. We’ll cover topics like composition, color theory, light and shadow development, perspective, and how to bring your unique vision to life on paper or canvas. Here’s what you can expect: * Hands-on instruction with plenty of time for personal projects * Exploration of various mediums and styles * A focus on developing confidence and personal expression Whether you’re looking for a creative outlet, a new hobby, or a way to unwind while learning something new, this class is for you. [email protected] Michelle's Instagram Multi Media Art Exploration. 
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Morning Class
9:00 -12:00 Afternoon Class 12:30 - 3:30 September through June Please contact Michelle for tuition, materials, and payment schedule 
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Acrylic
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Jennifer Park
Jennifers class is perfect for the beginner painter to learn acrylic painting. Each student will be introduced to the medium of Acrylic with emphasis on how a painting is constructed, the many exciting materials to explore, and a welcoming relaxed atmosphere to introduce the beginner Acrylic painter to this versatile medium.
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Morning class
9:00- 12:00 September through June Please contact Jennifer for tuition fees, materials, and payment schedule 
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Mentorship
All Media 
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Liana Bennett
Liana's class is a mentorship program that the intermediate and advanced artist can receive guidance, critiques and instruction. This class is not meant for the beginning artist. [email protected] www.lianabennett.com *Sorry, classes are currently full* 
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Morning class
9:00 - 12:00 Afternoon class 12:30 - 3:30 October through June 
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Oil, Acrylic, Gouache
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Emiliya Lane
Emiliya’s on-going classes are designed for students of all levels, with the emphasis on composition, color mixing and paint application. Landscape, figure, portrait & still-life are subjects that students will be free to explore. Students will learn the essentials, such as value/chroma/hue, Notan, composition. Learn to understand, see, analyze and manipulate color in a relaxed, comfortable and fun atmosphere . [email protected] artlanegallery.com facebook.com/emiliya.lane/ instagram.com/emiliya_lane_art/ saatchiart.com/account/artworks/703030 
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Morning class
9:30 - 12:30 Afternoon class 12:30 - 3:30 September through June Please contact Emiliya for tuition fees, materials, and payment schedule. 
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Oil, Acrylic, Gouache
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Steve Whitney
Steve Whitney is an award-winning artist whose paintings in oil, acrylic and watercolor have appeared in prestigious national juried shows. He is a lifetime signature member of the Northwest Watercolor Society and former president of the Evergreen Association of Fine Art. Steve offers ongoing painting classes in oil, gouache, and acrylics, with focus on the landscape. This class is not suitable for beginning artists. [email protected] stevewhitney.com 
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Morning class
10:00 - 1:00 October through June Please contact Steve for tuition fees, materials, and payment schedule. 
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