Welcome to our Watercolor Community.
Curious about watercolor but not sure where to start? Maybe you’ve tried it before but want to feel confident.
You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place!
The Classes
In person. Located in Saline, Michigan.
Beginner-friendly classes that teach technique, not style.
Master the fundamentals. Gain confidence. Let your creativity soar.
Solid techniques today, endless creative freedom tomorrow.
SVA Holiday Watercolor Cards Workshop
Paint Your Own Winter Wonderland
Registration Open!
$29
I'm excited to partner with Salt Valley Arts for this workshop! These beginner-friendly watercolor cards celebrate winter scenes, seasonal colors, and simple techniques for creating your own holiday cards. All supplies included. You'll take home 4 completed cards with envelopes.
3 Sessions to Choose From:
• Dec 4 from 1–4 PM
• Dec 4 from 6–8:30 PM
• Dec 6 from 1–4 PM
$29
SVA Members Get a Discount - Ask me for the Code
"The class was perfect for someone like me who had no experience in water color (or painting)."
Teri Sibo-Koenig
Beginners ONLY Watercolor
Designed for the absolute beginner and people who have only dabbled in watercolor.
Registration Open!
$129
Designed for the absolute beginner and people who have only dabbled in watercolor.
This 4-week class is a great starting point for any watercolor journey. Everyone starts at the same place with the same materials. The best part? All materials are included - just bring yourself!
We explore the basic watercolor techniques starting at the very beginning:
🎨 Brush work
💧 Water control
🎨 Layering & color values
“No one else teaches this. Other classes say ‘beginners welcome’, but they assume you know how to do this stuff. This class is different. Now I know HOW to make things lighter and darker.”
- Phyllis Roughton
Gift Certificates
Wrap up a watercolor experience.
Good for any class in 2026
$129
Designed for the absolute beginner and people who have only dabbled in watercolor.
Good for any of the Beginners ONLY Watercolor 4-week classes. Recipient gets emailed notices of new classes and redeems card with purchase code. The best part? All materials are included! There is no additional cost.
We explore the basic watercolor techniques starting at the very beginning:
🎨 Brush work
💧 Water control
🎨 Layering & color values
"Kelly is positive and encouraging. She allows everyone to have their own style - not imposing her artistic preferences on anyone."
- Pat Corfman
Level 2
From Beginner to ‘Wow, You Painted That?! For former students ready for the next step.
Registration Open!
$49
From Beginner to ‘Wow, You Painted That?!
This 4-week class is for former students and those that have a solid grasp on the basics. Level 2 keeps the same relaxed, supportive format you already know and love - but each month features all-new paintings and techniques.
BRING MATERIALS FROM FIRST CLASS
If you don’t have materials, here’s a list of what you’ll need.
“Kelly makes it comfortable to try things. If I don’t get it right the first time, she does’t make me feel bad about it.”
- Michele De La Cruz