Fall Program

Expand your definition of drawing by capturing the hidden patterns and textures of the world around you! In this class you will step beyond traditional graphite and paper to explore playful, non-traditional mark-making techniques. We will experiment with frottage (surface rubbings), carbon and material transfers, coffee/tea washes, and unexpected drawing tools made from found or household objects. Rather than focusing on a “perfect” picture, this class celebrates curiosity, sensory discovery, and creative agency—turning everyday textures into rich, expressive artwork.

Open to all skill levels; no prior drawing experience necessary! Please note that working with drawing materials may require hand dexterity and may not be suitable for everyone. If you have questions about accessibility or accommodations, please reach out to program@pathwithart.org. We want to support you in your access needs.

Transform everyday recycled materials into powerful, personal works of art. In this process-oriented sculpture class, you will learn foundational techniques for building form using lightweight materials like cardboard, paper, and wire—shaping them into custom sculptures, sealing them, and finishing them with rich paint and surface details. Taking inspiration from personal experiences, emotions, or symbolic stories (such as transforming heavy feelings into new energy), you will be guided to construct your own meaningful objects or figures. Through accessible hands-on demos and open studio time, you will explore how simple, found items can be reimagined to give shape to the stories you want to tell.

Open to all skill levels!

Ever wanted to join a jam session and play along without needing music in front of you? This welcoming class turns ear training into a collaborative game. Together, we’ll move from simple ear-led melodies to decoding full songs in real time. By stripping away paper charts, you’ll build deep listening skills, improve rhythm and fretboard awareness, and discover a more natural, joyful way to make music with others.

Open to guitar and ukulele players of all experience levels.

What happens when a group of artists comes together to create a performance from scratch? Featuring guest artists from Seattle’s acclaimed The Seagull Project, this class introduces students to devising through movement, improvisation, character, text, space, and sound.

Each week, students will work individually and in small groups to develop short scenes, experimenting with different ways of generating material and shaping ideas into performance. Whether you’re curious about acting, interested in how plays are made, or simply want to try something new, this class offers a supportive space to experiment and play.

No previous theatre experience is required. All levels and backgrounds are welcome!

Create a journal that is truly your own—from stitching the pages together to filling them with layered collages, words, and textures. In this class, you’ll explore playful techniques in bookmaking and mixed-media collage while building a personal journal that reflects your unique story. Each week adds new layers of possibility, leaving you with a one-of-a-kind keepsake brimming with creativity. No experience needed—just curiosity and a love of making!

Please note that working with sewing and collage materials may require hand dexterity and may not be suitable for everyone. If you have questions about accessibility or accommodations, please reach out to program@pathwithart.org. We want to support you in your access needs.

Personal stories help us make meaning of the world. In this class, you’ll explore your life story through expressive journaling, using the arc of your life as a framework for reflection and discovery. Through guided prompts, freewriting, and stream-of-consciousness writing, you’ll experiment with different approaches to introspection, drawing on memory, imagination, and emotion while developing a consistent journaling practice. Together, we’ll create a supportive space for curiosity, reflection, and optional sharing.

No writing experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to explore the page. This class is open to veterans and non-veterans.

Uncover new paths to self-expression in Paper & Pen, a dynamic 8-week poetry class. Each week explores a distinct theme—from poems of gratitude and place to hands-on forms like erasure, found poetry, and ekphrastic writing (poetry inspired by visual art). We’ll draw inspiration from classic, contemporary, and experimental works, as we read and discuss poems. Then, using guided exercises, we will craft and share original poems in a relaxed, encouraging group environment.

Whether you write daily or haven’t picked up a pen in years, all experience levels are warmly welcomed!

Drawing from the live model is a tradition in studio art. Visual artists from all disciplines and mediums return to the life-drawing studio because the act of drawing from a live model exercises all aspects of visual art practices. This class will structure life-drawing sessions that include introduction to various methods of drawing the figure for participants to choose from. Timed poses will range from 3-30 minutes. Models will be clothed.

Pre-requisite: This class is best suited for advanced artists. Artists must have completed 2 or more drawing classes at Path with Art (or similar) in order to participate. Please contact program@pathwithart.org with any questions.

Please note that working with drawing materials may require hand dexterity and may not be suitable for everyone. If you have questions about accessibility or accommodations, please reach out to program@pathwithart.org. We want to support you in your access needs.

Relief printmaking from home is fun and easy! This kit provides everything you need to make small, simple linocut prints: rubber block, carving tools, tracing paper, water-based ink, and paper. One carved block can make multiple prints: create your own stationery, postcards, or decorative paper! Relief printmaking is an ideal introduction to the art form: easy to do at home as it does not require special equipment like a printing press. Explore one of the earliest forms of printed communication right from the comfort of your own home!