Path with Art offers multi-disciplinary arts programming, offered quarterly with a specific emphasis on the veteran experience. All veterans are welcome regardless of income. Our programming is guided by the Veterans’ Program Steering Committee which is composed of veterans and community members who work with veterans. Check out our Virtual Veterans Gallery.
Winter Program | February 2 – March 22
REGISTRATION IS NOW Open January 6-19. Placement confirmations sent via email by January 23.
Access Art registration will OPEN LATEr in the quarter.
Participants can enroll in each of the following for the Winter Program:
1) Path with Art Singers or Veterans Choir,
2) Your choice of another 8-week class,
3) Art Kit (prioritized for new or online-only participants),
4) Open Studio,
5) Jam Sessions, and
6) Access Art (check back for Access Art signup)
All programming is free and all applicable materials are included. Classes are either virtual or in-person. See our in-person policies here.
Questions or need assistance signing up? Call: 206.601.7112 or email: program@pathwithart.org
WINTER 2026 VETERAN CLASSES
It’s called a play for a reason! The joy of Playwriting
TEACHING ARTIST: Natalie Westgor
8 SESSIONS >> Tuesdays, 2/3-3/24 FROM 1-3PM PDT
ONLINE
Did you ever come up with elaborate scenarios while playing with toys as a kid? Do you ever find yourself fantasizing about conversations you might have with another person? Do you like coming up with stories to entertain yourself while you’re waiting for the bus? Well, I have news for you… You’re a playwright! In this course, we will explore dialogue, narrative arc, and scene structure to write our own One-Act Play. During our sessions, you will be guided through collaborative brainstorming, be given prompts to free-write, and workshop your work to help put your wildest dreams down on paper. The course will culminate in dramatic readings of participants’ (who wish to share) short, One-Act Plays. Remember, it’s called a play for a reason, so let’s have some fun!
No experience required! This class is open to veterans and non-veterans.
EXPLORING WATERCOLOR
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TEACHING ARTIST: Luz Helena Thompson
8 sessions >> Wednesdays, 2/4–3/25 from 2–4pm PDT
Online
Escape into the meditative practice of watercolor painting. This class is an invitation for absolute beginners to slow down, unlock their creativity, and build confidence with every brush stroke. We'll start with the fundamentals, covering everything from sketching and transferring images to mastering essential techniques like washes, layering, and blending. You'll engage in short lessons followed by hands-on projects, exploring how to work from light to dark and experimenting with fun mixed media and salt techniques.
No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to find a new perspective and express yourself. Let's paint together!
Please note the physical manipulation of materials may require hand dexterity and may not be suitable for all. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns by emailing program@pathwithart.org. We want to support you in your access needs.
Colored Pencil portraits
Courtesy of Rachael Androski
TEACHING ARTIST: Jackie Argyle
8 sessions >> Thursdays, 2/5–3/26 from 11am–1pm PDT
Online
Discover the art of creating colorful and expressive portraits using colored pencils. In this class, participants explore essential drawing techniques such as proportion, value, color-spotting, and layering to create energetic pictures with just a few simple tools. We’ll practice basic proportions of the head and layering shapes of color to bring features to life through guided exercises and close observation.
You will experiment with color mixing and different types of pencil pressure to bring portraits to life with richness and detail. Whether working from photographs, mirrors, or imagination, each artist will develop their own style as we transform simple pencil strokes into dynamic and emotionally resonant portraits.
No prior drawing experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to look closely.
Veterans Choir (in partnership with Seattle Opera)
Veteran’s Choir performing at Seattle Art Museum, 2025.
TEACHING ARTIST: MIchaella Calzaretta
8 sessions >> Thursdays, 2/5–3/26 from 1-3pm PDT
SEATTLE OPERA, 363 MERCER ST, SEATTLE WA 98109
If you love to sing or have always wanted to sing, this is the group for you! Facilitated by a Seattle Opera teaching artist, you will gain confidence in your singing voice by learning classical vocal technique and music fundamentals. You’ll also learn about opera history and explore other genres of vocal music. Most importantly, you will have a chance to sing together and connect with fellow veterans.
All experience levels welcome. Come sing with us! You may register for the Veteran’s Choir in addition to another class.
Online Teaching Artist Workshops
Join us for two-week virtual Friday workshops led by professional teaching artists. These workshops offer structured guidance, creative exploration, and time to make art together in community. You’re welcome to sign up for either or both workshops.
Ambassador Workshops
Ambassador Workshops are participant-led gatherings where members of our leadership program share their creative skills with the PwA community. Each workshop is designed and taught by a Path with Art Ambassador, offering a chance to practice teaching, learn from peers, and create alongside fellow participant artists. You may sign up for one Ambassador-led workshop.
Online Friday WORKSHOP: Creative Training: Creativity x Wellness
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TEACHING ARTIST: Monica Peña
2 sessions >> Fridays, 2/6 + 2/13 from 2–4pm
Online
Creative Training is thoughtfully designed so anyone can make their best ideas happen. Fusing insights from the arts & wellness, this workshop will strengthen your creative thinking muscles by guiding you through exercises that can be smoothly integrated into your daily routine. Together, we will learn how practices like mindfulness, poetic acts, sit spots, and more can create space for creativity in our lives, ultimately leading to deeper, more expansive living.
Online Friday WORKSHOP: Design and Build Your own Website
Courtesy of Creative Commons.
TEACHING ARTIST: Sarah Baik
2 sessions >> Fridays, 2/27 + 3/6 From 3-5PM
Online
In this two-session workshop, Sarah will introduce key considerations for creating your own website and guide participants through how to begin shaping an online presence that feels authentic and intentional. Through lecture, examples, and discussion, we’ll explore topics such as visual identity, layout choices, accessibility, and organizing your content so it supports your artistic or personal goals. Participants will also learn about accessible, beginner-friendly tools and platforms to help them get started—no coding or prior web experience required.
Ambassador-Led Workshop: Still Life Through Your Lens - An Exploration of Identity
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TEACHING ARTIST: Melody Recktenwald
1 session >> Tuesday, 1/27 from 11AM–1pm PDT
ArtHome | 200 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109
In this immersive, hands-on photography workshop, we’ll use the tradition of still life as a powerful tool for personal expression. Participants are invited to bring meaningful objects—items that hold memory, emotion, or symbolism—and learn how arrangement, lighting, and perspective can shape the story a still life tells.
Through gentle guidance and demonstration, you’ll explore how everyday objects can reflect identity, history, and personal narrative. By the end of the workshop, each participant will create a still-life photograph that speaks to their own lived experience and artistic voice. No prior photography experience needed. DSLR cameras provided.
Ambassador-Led Workshop: Abstract Photography Workshop
Image courtesy of Meghan E. Jones
TEACHING ARTIST: Tarali Dunn
1 session >> Tuesday, 1/27 from 2–4pm PDT
Online
In this playful, exploratory workshop, participants will discover the creative freedom of abstract photography. Through guided prompts and hands-on experimentation, you’ll practice releasing expectations, embracing spontaneity, and engaging with the world in new visual ways. Together we’ll explore alternative compositional approaches and move beyond common photography subjects to find unexpected patterns, colors, textures, and forms.
This workshop encourages a shift away from perfectionism and “success/failure” thinking, creating space for joy, curiosity, and artistic risk-taking. No photography experience is required—just a willingness to look closely, play boldly, and let the creative process unfold. Please come ready to this online workshop with your smartphone, digital camera, or DSLR (cameras not provided). Saran wrap, or aluminum foil are suggested but not required.
Ambassador-Led Workshop: Poetic Self-Expression through Painting
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TEACHING ARTIST: Tim Bridge
1 session >> Wednesday, 1/28 from 1–3pm PDT
Online
In this workshop, students will share self-expression through poetic painting. People can use paint, pencil, and paper to work in any style they choose. Come ready with your supplies to make in this open-studio style workshop. We will start with introductions, then have independent work time with music to inspire us and have an optional sharing of work at the end.
Ambassador-Led Workshop: Goal Crafting Party - Build the Plan That Gets You There
Path with Art Showcase, 2023
TEACHING ARTIST: Patricia DeHart
1 session >> Wednesday, 1/28 from 3–5pm PDT
ArtHome | 200 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109
This energizing, community-centered workshop turns goal-setting into a creative celebration. Together we’ll transform big dreams into clear, manageable steps through interactive exercises, reflective prompts, and collaborative conversation. You will explore supportive mindset tools that help sustain motivation and reduce overwhelm, cultivating a sense of empowerment and possibility.
With music, movement, and a joyful atmosphere, this session is designed to make planning feel fun—not intimidating. You’ll leave with a personalized action roadmap and renewed confidence to carry your vision forward.
Warrior Nurse: PTSD and Healing
Courtesy of Sarah Bloom
TEACHING ARTIST: Sarah Blum
1 session >> Thursday, 1/29 from 1–3pm PDT
ArtHome | 200 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109
In this powerful and compassionate workshop, author and veteran Sarah Blum shares her lived experiences as an operating room nurse in Vietnam through photographs and storytelling. Sarah will also share the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) at the beginning and end of the workshop, offering participants practical calming skills they can use both during the presentation and in daily life. This workshop provides a meaningful opportunity to deepen understanding of military and wartime experiences while learning tools for resilience, healing, and self-support.
American Sign Language: Beginning in Basic Skills
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TEACHING ARTIST: Paula Sebree
1 session >> Tuesday, 1/29 from 3–5pm PDT
Online
This welcoming introductory workshop offers a hands-on introduction to American Sign Language (ASL). Participants will learn some basic skills, which may include the ASL alphabet, numbers, or everyday conversational signs. While we won't master all of this in one-session, you’ll begin building confidence in expressive and receptive signing while gaining insight into Deaf culture and communication. We encourage you to continue developing your sign skills beyond this workshop!
No prior experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to learn a new language with your hands, face, and body.
Art Kits are mailed or distributed directly to participants and include all materials needed to complete a project as well as a step-by-step guidebook. Teaching Artists design these professional kits each quarter. Supplies are limited and prioritized for first-time and online-only participants.
Wire Flowers + Botanical Sculptures Art Kit
Courtesy of Alec Rogers
TEACHING ARTIST: Alec Rogers
MATERIALS MAILED TO PARTICIPANTS
Create delicate botanical sculptures using wire, pliers, and mixed materials in this art kit. A step-by-step project guide will provide inspiration for how to bend, shape, and assemble expressive floral forms that capture gesture, movement, and organic beauty.
Path with Art offers virtual, in-person, LGBTQIA+ Open Studios, as well as music Jam Sessions that are free and open to the public. To learn more and see the Open Studio and Jam Session Calendar, CLICK HERE.
The music Jam Session dates for Winter Quarter are 1/30, 2/20, 3/20 from 1-4pm at the artHOME
