Watercolor Art Society-Houston upcoming events

Detailed Course Description

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Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

September Show registration (September 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

September Show registration

Exhibit Theme:

The Shape of Belonging

Judge: Melinda Narro (Bio)

Deadline: Wed., Sept. 2 @ 3 pm

Judging: Saturday, September 5

Reception: Sunday, September 6

Show Dates: September 6 - 26

$10 per entry, up to 3 entries allowed.

To read the show rules, click September 26 Prospectus

How to enter your painting into the monthly show:

1. Complete this online registration.

2. Upload photograph(s) of your entries in the registration form.

3. On the back of the painting, write your name & painting title.

4. Drop off your painting(s) before the deadline.

Gallery Hours are:

Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm

If you have any questions, call WAS-H at (713) 942-9966 or

admin@watercolorhouston.org.

Introduction to Watercolor (September 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Introduction to Watercolor

Katherine Rodgers

Six-Week Class

Aug 12, 19, 26, Sept 2, 9, 16

6 pm - 9 pm, Wednesday evenings

Tuition $390 Regular / $325

Members

Starting at the very beginning, this introduction to watercolor course will go over brushes, paper types, the use of water, negative space, glazing, types of washes, composition strategies, color mixing, and more. Using a limited palette, learn the basics of watercolor painting and develop your own personal painting style in a small group setting. Katherine will teach you shadows, form, and the principles of art.

Supply list

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

#houstonartclass #artclasshouston #texasartclass #houstonartist #houston365 #365Houston

Painting Streets & Skylines (September 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Painting Streets & Skylines

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: September 3, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

This course is designed to paint the beauty of nature as you learn to capture the beauty of landscape and cityscape in watercolor painting! In this immersive course, you’ll explore the exciting challenges and rewards of painting streets from photos.

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (September 04, 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 4, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

WAS-H members, come paint together on Fridays when no other classes are scheduled. Bring your supplies to paint, share ideas, and enjoy your brown-bag lunch and the camaraderie of fellow artists. No additional instruction is provided. Bring your usual painting supplies and your lunch. There is no fee, as this is a benefit of membership.

Class Resources

Before You Attend

MFAH Tour with Ellen Orseck - Register Here

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

In the Voice of Picasso - Klee - Matisse: Masterpieces from the Museum Berggruen at the MFAH (September 04, 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

In the Voice of Picasso - Klee - Matisse

Instructor: Ellen Orseck

Class Type: Watercolor/Acrylic

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: September 4, 2026

From: Friday - Saturday

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 2 Day Workshop

Members: $110

Non-Members:$130

Please register for accompanying MFAH Tour for

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

This class contains 2 components: the 2 Day Workshop and the Museum of Fine Arts Tour of Picasso, Klee, and Matisse's Work. Please register for both classes.

Ellen Orseck's Resources

View Supply List

Before You Attend

MFAH Tour with Ellen Orseck - Register Here

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

In the Voice of Picasso - Klee - Matisse: Masterpieces from the Museum Berggruen at the MFAH (September 05, 2026)

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

In the Voice of Picasso - Klee - Matisse

Instructor: Ellen Orseck

Class Type: Watercolor/Acrylic

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: September 4, 2026

From: Friday - Saturday

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 2 Day Workshop

Members: $110

Non-Members:$130

Please register for accompanying MFAH Tour for

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

This class contains 2 components: the 2 Day Workshop and the Museum of Fine Arts Tour of Picasso, Klee, and Matisse's Work. Please register for both classes.

Ellen Orseck's Resources

View Supply List

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

WAS-H Live - Demo by Fontaine Jacobs (September 06, 2026)

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

General Meeting and Demo

"Just Say Yes to Yupo"

Sunday, September 6, 2026

2 pm - 3:30 pm

Demo Artist: Fontaine Jacobs

Join Fontaine Jacobs as she shares her passion for painting on Yupo!

Fontaine Jacobs is a self-taught artist who has shown in galleries and won awards for both her commercial and fine art throughout the United States. Her most famous commission was of Octavia Spencer from The Help. She was honored to present the painting and meet the actor at a Cancer Fundraiser in Memphis, Tennessee.

Fontaine is a Signature Member of WAS-H, who is working diligently to achieve her Elite Signature status. She has been accepted into IWE, where she has been selected for Fall Foliage, Blue-Faced Iguana, Iguazu Falls, and The King.

Fontaine paints portraits, landscapes, animals, and abstracts. She strives to merge impressionism with realism to capture an image or go completely abstract. From time to time, she gives instruction in watercolor. Visit http://www.fontainefineart.com to see additional works.

This registration is for both In-Person attendance and Live-Stream.

To receive an email with the link on or before the morning of the event, you must complete this online registration.

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity in person should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

September Show Opening & Reception - FREE (September 06, 2026)

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:30:00 GMT

September Show Opening

Sunday, September 6

3:30 - 5 pm

WAS- H Gallery, 1601 Alabama Street Houston

Theme:

Join us for the free monthly Gallery show.

Experience art, wine and bites, and community!

Gallery Hours are:

Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm

If you have any questions, call WAS-H at (713) 942-9966 or

Click here to see the supply list for watercolor painting in Plein Air

admin@watercolorhouston.org.

Plein Air for Members - Glenwood Cemetery (September 07, 2026)

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Plein Air for Members

Alla Adams, Coordinator

Monday, Labor Day, September 7

11 am - 3 pm

Glenwood Cemetery

2525 Washington Ave., Houston, TX 77007

Our Motto: Progress over Perfection

This Plein Air event will focus on a sculpture in an outdoor setting

Additional information is emailed to those who register.

Join us for an inspiring day of art and creativity at Glenwood Cemetery, located at Washington Avenue overlooking Buffalo Bayou. Its iconic design was based on principles of garden cemeteries.

This Plein Air event will focus on painting a sculpture in an outdoor setting.

Below are some helpful YouTube video demos to practice at home before going to this event on location. With YouTube videos, I usually first watch the entire demo to see the result and make notes of important points. Then, I start the video again and paint along. I like the convenience of YouTube demos that can be paused, and so I can paint and learn at my pace.

I hope you enjoy practicing in advance and are excited about our topic – painting an open-air artwork in Plein Air!

Watercolor Glazing Technique by Liron Yanconsky

https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=1CZSbWk1fTQ&t=0s

Watercolor Painting Tips and Techniques: Sculpture by Achintya Hazra

https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=C_6XAzmFSik&t=0s

How to Paint a Statute Bust in Watercolor by Paint Basket

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHkOmSZRK-8

Expressive Watercolor painting Tutorial: Stone Sculpture by Gee Massam

https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=ZDFAANLRM0c&t=0m23s

Getting the Right Contrast in Watercolor: Angel Statue by Liron Yanconsky

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74C8A1Ya29s

Reflect and Refine (September 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Reflect and Refine

Katherine Rodgers

Six-Week Class

Aug 11, 18, 25, Sept 1, 8, 15

6 pm - 9 pm, Tuesday Evenings

Tuition $390 Regular / $325 Members

Please email the instructor: Katherinerodgersfineart@gmail.com with any questions. Please bring your watercolor supplies or use this list as a guide.

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

Compose not Copy! (September 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Compose not Copy!

Instructor: Linda Southern Vanek

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 9, 2026

Meets: Wednesdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

Does your photo look great but copying the photo does not make a great painting?

Linda Southern Vanek's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Introduction to Watercolor (September 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Introduction to Watercolor

Katherine Rodgers

Six-Week Class

Aug 12, 19, 26, Sept 2, 9, 16

6 pm - 9 pm, Wednesday evenings

Tuition $390 Regular / $325

Members

Starting at the very beginning, this introduction to watercolor course will go over brushes, paper types, the use of water, negative space, glazing, types of washes, composition strategies, color mixing, and more. Using a limited palette, learn the basics of watercolor painting and develop your own personal painting style in a small group setting. Katherine will teach you shadows, form, and the principles of art.

Supply list

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

#houstonartclass #artclasshouston #texasartclass #houstonartist #houston365 #365Houston

Find Your Path - August/September 2026 AM (September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Carla Gauthier

Four-Week Class
August 20, 27 & September 10, 17

9 am - 12 pm, Thursday MORNINGS

Tuition Non-Members $260 /

$220 Members

Do you want to push your painting, define your style, and create a body of work that is cohesive and personal? This will be a student-driven class, with more of a coaching/critique vibe, helping each artist work towards a simple goal – to find their “path” whether it be realistic or abstract, portraits, landscapes, still-life based….. whatever it is that inspires you. This class is not a “how-to” class. We will discuss concepts, artistic principles, techniques, color schemes that will help each artist regardless of their style and subject and often paint together to learn a new technique. Ideally, we become a consistent group, whose input is varied and meaningful. The idea is that you will focus on a subject and approach to carry your ideas forward in a connected way. Work outside class is essential.

Level: Intermediate, Advanced

Supply List:

Please bring regular watercolor supplies, palette, brushes, paper, paper towels, pencil, eraser, sponges, water sprayer etc.

Be prepared to paint outside of class, so that we can critique during class time and keep your painting goals on track.

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

#houstonartclass #artclasshouston #texasartclass #houstonartist #houston365 #365Houston

Find Your Path - August/September 2026 PM (September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Carla Gauthier

Four-Week Class
August 20, 27 and September 10, 17

1 pm - 4 pm, Thursday AFTERNOONS

Tuition Non-Members $260 / $220 Members

Do you want to push your painting, define your style, and create a body of work that is cohesive and personal? This will be a student-driven class, with more of a coaching/critique vibe, helping each artist work towards a simple goal – to find their “path” whether it be realistic or abstract, portraits, landscapes, still-life based….. whatever it is that inspires you. This class is not a “how-to” class. We will discuss concepts, artistic principles, techniques, color schemes that will help each artist regardless of their style and subject and often paint together to learn a new technique. Ideally, we become a consistent group, whose input is varied and meaningful. The idea is that you will focus on a subject and approach to carry your ideas forward in a connected way. Work outside class is essential.

Level: Intermediate, Advanced

Supply List:

Please bring regular watercolor supplies, palette, brushes, paper, paper towels, pencil, eraser, sponges, water sprayer etc.

Be prepared to paint outside of class, so that we can critique during class time and keep your painting goals on track.

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

#houstonartclass #artclasshouston #texasartclass #houstonartist #houston365 #365Houston

VIRTUAL - Carve Your Unique Path to Abstraction (via Zoom) (September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Carve Your Unique Path to Abstraction

Instructor: Susan Giannantonio

Class Type: Mixed Media

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 10, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $145

Non-Members: $175

How to begin and develop your own abstract or non-objective language

Susan Giannantonio's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Painting Streets & Skylines (September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Painting Streets & Skylines

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: September 3, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 11, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

The Fine Art of Your Art Business (September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

The Fine Art of Your Art Business

Instructor: Carol Andrews

Class Type: Other

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: September 11, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $55

Non-Members: $65

We’ll discuss identifying what type of art business suits you, local opportunities for marketing and sales, and practical steps to create tools, products, and strategies.

Carol Andrews' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Drawing Sacred Geometry (September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Drawing Sacred Geometry

Instructor: Myke Venable

Class Type: Drawing

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: September 14, 2026

Meets: Mondays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

This fun and informative course provides techniques and knowledge of design patterns that are inherent to life itself.

Myke Venable's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Out of Our Comfort Zone (September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Out of Our Comfort Zone:

Still Life / Round Robin (Rescheduled)

Monday, September 14

1 pm - 4 pm

Moderators: Cheryl Evans and Susan Giannantonio

Members $20, Non-Members $25

Bring one item to contribute to a still life. Interesting shapes or patterns might add visual interest. We will focus on drawing one item’s "portrait" at a time (see video). Make a mark, move on.

Once we’ve done object “portraits”, a collaborative still life will be set up with all objects in the middle of the room. Participants will enjoy drawing/painting for the rest of the session.

Supplies:

Potentially 24 sheets of any size drawing paper (could even be printer paper or craft paper) to do a drawing of everyone’s object.

Whatever substrate you wish to use for the large still life setup.

Drawing tools, colored or black (optional).

Painting materials, artist’s choice.

The challenge will be presented by the moderators, but NO FORMAL INSTRUCTION will be provided, and ALL artist fees will go directly to WAS-H.

This is an “a-la-carte” event and each month participants must register and pay for the session on the WAS-H web site to reserve a space in the Out of Your Comfort Zone Encounter.

Creativity, growth, and pushing the boundaries will be celebrated!

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

Reflect and Refine (September 15, 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Reflect and Refine

Katherine Rodgers

Six-Week Class

Aug 11, 18, 25, Sept 1, 8, 15

6 pm - 9 pm, Tuesday Evenings

Tuition $390 Regular / $325 Members

Please email the instructor: Katherinerodgersfineart@gmail.com with any questions. Please bring your watercolor supplies or use this list as a guide.

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

Compose not Copy! (September 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Compose not Copy!

Instructor: Linda Southern Vanek

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 9, 2026

Meets: Wednesdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

Does your photo look great but copying the photo does not make a great painting?

Linda Southern Vanek's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Introduction to Watercolor (September 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Introduction to Watercolor

Katherine Rodgers

Six-Week Class

Aug 12, 19, 26, Sept 2, 9, 16

6 pm - 9 pm, Wednesday evenings

Tuition $390 Regular / $325

Members

Starting at the very beginning, this introduction to watercolor course will go over brushes, paper types, the use of water, negative space, glazing, types of washes, composition strategies, color mixing, and more. Using a limited palette, learn the basics of watercolor painting and develop your own personal painting style in a small group setting. Katherine will teach you shadows, form, and the principles of art.

Supply list

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

#houstonartclass #artclasshouston #texasartclass #houstonartist #houston365 #365Houston

Find Your Path - August/September 2026 AM (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Carla Gauthier

Four-Week Class
August 20, 27 & September 10, 17

9 am - 12 pm, Thursday MORNINGS

Tuition Non-Members $260 /

$220 Members

Do you want to push your painting, define your style, and create a body of work that is cohesive and personal? This will be a student-driven class, with more of a coaching/critique vibe, helping each artist work towards a simple goal – to find their “path” whether it be realistic or abstract, portraits, landscapes, still-life based….. whatever it is that inspires you. This class is not a “how-to” class. We will discuss concepts, artistic principles, techniques, color schemes that will help each artist regardless of their style and subject and often paint together to learn a new technique. Ideally, we become a consistent group, whose input is varied and meaningful. The idea is that you will focus on a subject and approach to carry your ideas forward in a connected way. Work outside class is essential.

Level: Intermediate, Advanced

Supply List:

Please bring regular watercolor supplies, palette, brushes, paper, paper towels, pencil, eraser, sponges, water sprayer etc.

Be prepared to paint outside of class, so that we can critique during class time and keep your painting goals on track.

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

#houstonartclass #artclasshouston #texasartclass #houstonartist #houston365 #365Houston

Find Your Path - August/September 2026 PM (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Carla Gauthier

Four-Week Class
August 20, 27 and September 10, 17

1 pm - 4 pm, Thursday AFTERNOONS

Tuition Non-Members $260 / $220 Members

Do you want to push your painting, define your style, and create a body of work that is cohesive and personal? This will be a student-driven class, with more of a coaching/critique vibe, helping each artist work towards a simple goal – to find their “path” whether it be realistic or abstract, portraits, landscapes, still-life based….. whatever it is that inspires you. This class is not a “how-to” class. We will discuss concepts, artistic principles, techniques, color schemes that will help each artist regardless of their style and subject and often paint together to learn a new technique. Ideally, we become a consistent group, whose input is varied and meaningful. The idea is that you will focus on a subject and approach to carry your ideas forward in a connected way. Work outside class is essential.

Level: Intermediate, Advanced

Supply List:

Please bring regular watercolor supplies, palette, brushes, paper, paper towels, pencil, eraser, sponges, water sprayer etc.

Be prepared to paint outside of class, so that we can critique during class time and keep your painting goals on track.

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

#houstonartclass #artclasshouston #texasartclass #houstonartist #houston365 #365Houston

VIRTUAL - Carve Your Unique Path to Abstraction (via Zoom) (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Carve Your Unique Path to Abstraction

Instructor: Susan Giannantonio

Class Type: Mixed Media

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 10, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $145

Non-Members: $175

How to begin and develop your own abstract or non-objective language

Susan Giannantonio's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Painting Streets & Skylines (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Painting Streets & Skylines

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: September 3, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 18, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Cut Your Own Mats (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Cut Your Own Mats

Instructor: Mike Doan

Class Type: Other

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 18, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $55

Non-Members: $65

You can save money by buying a large piece of mat board and cutting your own mats to size - using WASH's mat cutter.

Mike Doan's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Model Lab - Friday Night Life Drawing with Model: TBA (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Model Lab - Friday Night Life Drawing with Model: TBA

Facilitator: Ronald Zulueta

Class Type: Model Lab-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 18, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $20

Non-Members: $25

Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props. Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and watermedia painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

WASH Academy: All About Color for the Beginner (September 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

WASH Academy: All About Color for the Beginner

Instructor: Linda Southern Vanek

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: September 19, 2026

On: Saturday

Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $90

Non-Members: $110

Get off to a great start in your painting adventure as you discover the secrets of beautiful watercolor from the beginning! You will learn about types of watercolor paper & various ways to apply

Linda Southern Vanek's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Drawing Sacred Geometry (September 21, 2026)

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Drawing Sacred Geometry

Instructor: Myke Venable

Class Type: Drawing

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: September 14, 2026

Meets: Mondays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

This fun and informative course provides techniques and knowledge of design patterns that are inherent to life itself.

Myke Venable's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Some Alchemy and Physics to consider when painting in watercolor (September 22, 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Some Alchemy and Physics to consider when painting in watercolor

Instructor: Susan Floyd

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 22, 2026

On: Tuesday

Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $90

Non-Members: $110

Using mostly transparent watercolors integrate the use of physical properties of watercolor to create a landscape

Susan Floyd's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Model Lab - Life Drawing - Figure Session with Model: TBA (September 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Model Lab - Life Drawing - Figure Session with Model: Jacky Palacios

Facilitator: Ronald Zulueta

Class Type: Model Lab-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 23, 2026

On: Wednesday

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $20

Non-Members: $25

Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props. Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and watermedia painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Click here to see the supply list for watercolor painting in Plein Air

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Plein Air for Members - Galveston Seawall, beach, and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (September 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Plein Air for Members

Alla Adams, Coordinator

Wednesday, September 23

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Galveston Seawall, beach, and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

2501 Seawall Blvd, Galveston Texas 77550

Our Motto: Progress over Perfection

This Plein Air event will focus on nocturnal watercolor painting.

Additional information is emailed to those who register.

Experience the enchanting glow of the golden hour as you capture the beauty of twilight with watercolors at gorgeous waterfront of Galveston. Focused on entertainment, the Pleasure Pier features family‐oriented attractions including 16 rides, midway games, retail shops and a wide selection of food venues, including Texas’ first Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

This special nocturnal plein air painting event invites artists of all levels to explore the interplay of soft evening light and waterfront charm. As the sun sets, immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere and let your creativity shine. Bring your watercolor supplies and enjoy this unique opportunity to paint during one of the most magical times of day!

Sunset time on September 23 in Galveston will be 7:14 PM. The golden hour with streetlights turning on will begin 30 minutes before sunset.

This Plein Air event will focus on nocturnal watercolor painting.

I hope you enjoy practicing in advance and are excited about our topic – nocturnal watercolor painting in Plein Air!

Watercolor Night Painting – Tips on Painting Nocturnes by Eric Yi Lin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3U8Q42QMV4U

Night Vision: Watercolor Painting Techniques for Creating Stunning Night Scenes by Tim Wilmot

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6_8o4Rcdas

Watercolor Nocturne by Christopher Leeper

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsC5X6Kea0s

Night Painting in Watercolor: Step by Step Tutorial by Tim Wilmot

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IThchRmBo98

VIRTUAL - Carve Your Unique Path to Abstraction (via Zoom) (September 24, 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Carve Your Unique Path to Abstraction

Instructor: Susan Giannantonio

Class Type: Mixed Media

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 10, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $145

Non-Members: $175

How to begin and develop your own abstract or non-objective language

Susan Giannantonio's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Painting Streets & Skylines (September 24, 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Painting Streets & Skylines

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: September 3, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (September 25, 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 25, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Paint a Pug In Watersoluble Graphite (September 25, 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Paint a Pug In Watersoluble Graphite

Instructor: Ann Schaer

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 25, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $55

Non-Members: $65

Ann Schaer's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Flower Painting (September 27, 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Flower Painting

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: September 27, 2026

From: Sunday - Monday

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Format: 2 Day Workshop

Members: $180

Non-Members: $215

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Go with the Flow on Yupo (September 28, 2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Go with the Flow on Yupo

Instructor: Fontaine Jacobs

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: September 28, 2026

On: Monday

Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $90

Non-Members: $110

This will be a fun class for all levels. Yupo is a slick, synthetic paper that has wonderful lifting ability. With watercolor and the use of objects such as Q-tips, plastic embroidery grids, corrugated cardboard.

Fontaine Jacobs' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Flower Painting (September 28, 2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Flower Painting

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: September 27, 2026

From: Sunday - Monday

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Format: 2 Day Workshop

Members: $180

Non-Members: $215

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Bluebonnet watercolor (September 29, 2026)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Bluebonnet watercolor

Instructor: Mei Chang

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: September 29, 2026

On: Tuesday

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $90

Non-Members: $110

This Bluebonnet one day watercolor workshop will teach students a step-by-step of painting a Bluebonnet watercolor.

Mei Chang's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Model Lab - Life Drawing - Figure Session with Model: TBA (September 30, 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Model Lab - Life Drawing - Figure Session with Model: TBA

Facilitator: Ronald Zulueta

Class Type: Model Lab-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 30, 2026

On: Wednesday

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $20

Non-Members: $25

Join us to draw and paint from live models, in a variety of poses, with model stand, directional lighting, and props. Artists are provided with tables & chairs, easels & stools, or artist benches. Bring your drawing and watermedia painting supplies (no aerosols, solvents, or oil-based paints). No instruction given.

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path AM - Morning Class (October 01, 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 1, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Do you want to push your painting, define your style, and create a body of work that is cohesive and personal? This will be a student-driven class, with more of a coaching/critique vibe, helping each artist work towards a simple goal – to find their

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path PM - Afternoon Class (October 01, 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 1, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

VIRTUAL - Carve Your Unique Path to Abstraction (via Zoom) (October 01, 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Carve Your Unique Path to Abstraction

Instructor: Susan Giannantonio

Class Type: Mixed Media

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: September 10, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $145

Non-Members: $175

How to begin and develop your own abstract or non-objective language

Susan Giannantonio's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (October 02, 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 2, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

WAS-H Live - Demo by Stella Canfield (October 04, 2026)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT

General Meeting and Demo

Sunday, October 4, 2026

2 pm - 3:30 pm

Demo Artist: Stella Canfield

This registration is for both In-Person attendance and Live-Stream.

To receive an email with the link on or before the morning of the event, you must complete this online registration.

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity in person should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

Annual Members Exhibit (AME) Opening & Reception - FREE (October 04, 2026)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Annual Members Exhibit (AME) Opening & Reception - FREE

Saturday, October 3

5:00 - 7:00 pm

WAS- H Gallery, 1601 Alabama Street Houston

Join us for the free AME Gallery Opening and Awards Announcement.

Experience art, wine and bites, and community!

Gallery Hours are:

Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm

If you have any questions, call WAS-H at (713) 942-9966 or

admin@watercolorhouston.org.

Open Studio for Members (October 09, 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 9, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Portrait Painting (October 09, 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Portrait Painting

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 9, 2026

Meets: Fridays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

This course is designed for artists of all skill levels, Basics of Portrait Painting: Flow and Freedom will guide you through the fundamental techniques of capturing life and expression while embracing spontaneity and flow.

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Drawing - Portraits (October 12, 2026)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Drawing - Portraits

Instructor: Myke Venable

Class Type: Drawing

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 12, 2026

Meets: Mondays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

This two session class will focus on the fundamentals of drawing Portraits.

Myke Venable's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Out of Our Comfort Zone (October 12, 2026)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Out of Our Comfort Zone

Instructor: Cheryl Evans

Instructor: Susan Giannantonio

Class Type: Mixed Media

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 12, 2026

On: Monday

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $20

Non-Members: $25

This creative encounter is designed to meet the needs of the intermediate and advanced artists wanting to elevate their work to the next level by meeting monthly to explore a specific art challenge or subject.

Cheryl Evans' & Susan Giannantonio's Resources

About the Instructors

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Easy Landscapes (October 13, 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Easy Landscapes

Instructor: Nan Wright

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 13, 2026

Meets: Tuesdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

A fun follow-up to the successful spring class—same basic concepts, new techniques to explore, and different landscapes to paint!

Nan Wright's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Reflect & Refine (October 13, 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Reflect & Refine

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 13, 2026

Meets: Tuesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 6 Weekly Sessions

Members: $325

Non-Members: $390

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0) (October 14, 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0)

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 14, 2026

Meets: Wednesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Prerequisite: Any introduction to watercolor course must be taken prior to registering. This course will take you from the introductory lessons of glazes, negative space, textures, mixing color, and basic principles into compositions.

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0) (October 14, 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0)

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 14, 2026

Meets: Wednesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path AM - Morning Class (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 1, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path PM - Afternoon Class (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 1, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

La Magia de la Acuarela - The Magic of Watercolor (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

La Magia de la Acuarela - The Magic of Watercolor

Instructor: Regina West

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: October 15, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Workshop Description Have you always wanted to learn watercolor but didn't know where to begin? This six-session course, taught entirely in Spanish, is designed for beginning and intermediate artists who want to build a strong foundation in watercolo

Regina West's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (October 16, 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 16, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Portrait Painting (October 16, 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Portrait Painting

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 9, 2026

Meets: Fridays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Art Market (October 17, 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Drawing - Portraits (October 19, 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Drawing - Portraits

Instructor: Myke Venable

Class Type: Drawing

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 12, 2026

Meets: Mondays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

This two session class will focus on the fundamentals of drawing Portraits.

Myke Venable's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Easy Landscapes (October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Easy Landscapes

Instructor: Nan Wright

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 13, 2026

Meets: Tuesdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

A fun follow-up to the successful spring class—same basic concepts, new techniques to explore, and different landscapes to paint!

Nan Wright's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Reflect & Refine (October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Reflect & Refine

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 13, 2026

Meets: Tuesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 6 Weekly Sessions

Members: $325

Non-Members: $390

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0) (October 21, 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0)

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 14, 2026

Meets: Wednesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0) (October 21, 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0)

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 14, 2026

Meets: Wednesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

La Magia de la Acuarela - The Magic of Watercolor (October 22, 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

La Magia de la Acuarela - The Magic of Watercolor

Instructor: Regina West

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: October 15, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Regina West's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (October 23, 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 23, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Abstract Painting (October 24, 2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Abstract Painting

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Mixed Media

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 24, 2026

From: Saturday - Sunday

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Format: 2 Day Workshop

Members: $180

Non-Members: $215

Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned artist seeking new inspiration, this class is for you to learn the foundational concepts of abstract art, introducing you to the dynamic interplay of color, form, and emotion.

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Abstract Painting (October 25, 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Abstract Painting

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Mixed Media

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 24, 2026

From: Saturday - Sunday

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Format: 2 Day Workshop

Members: $180

Non-Members: $215

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Easy Landscapes (October 27, 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Easy Landscapes

Instructor: Nan Wright

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 13, 2026

Meets: Tuesdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

A fun follow-up to the successful spring class—same basic concepts, new techniques to explore, and different landscapes to paint!

Nan Wright's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Reflect & Refine (October 27, 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Reflect & Refine

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 13, 2026

Meets: Tuesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 6 Weekly Sessions

Members: $325

Non-Members: $390

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0) (October 28, 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0)

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 14, 2026

Meets: Wednesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0) (October 28, 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0)

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 14, 2026

Meets: Wednesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path AM - Morning Class (October 29, 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 1, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path PM - Afternoon Class (October 29, 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 1, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

La Magia de la Acuarela - The Magic of Watercolor (October 29, 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

La Magia de la Acuarela - The Magic of Watercolor

Instructor: Regina West

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: October 15, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Regina West's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (October 30, 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 30, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Portrait Painting (October 30, 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Portrait Painting

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 9, 2026

Meets: Fridays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Drawing Fundamentals (November 02, 2026)

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Drawing Fundamentals

Instructor: Myke Venable

Class Type: Drawing

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: November 2, 2026

Meets: Mondays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

This class will focus on the basic building blocks of drawing.

Myke Venable's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Easy Landscapes (November 03, 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Easy Landscapes

Instructor: Nan Wright

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 13, 2026

Meets: Tuesdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

A fun follow-up to the successful spring class—same basic concepts, new techniques to explore, and different landscapes to paint!

Nan Wright's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Reflect & Refine (November 03, 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Reflect & Refine

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 13, 2026

Meets: Tuesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 6 Weekly Sessions

Members: $325

Non-Members: $390

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0) (November 04, 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0)

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 14, 2026

Meets: Wednesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0) (November 04, 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Beyond Beginner (Introduction to Watercolor 2.0)

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: October 14, 2026

Meets: Wednesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path AM - Morning Class (November 05, 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 1, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path PM - Afternoon Class (November 05, 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 1, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

La Magia de la Acuarela - The Magic of Watercolor (November 05, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

La Magia de la Acuarela - The Magic of Watercolor

Instructor: Regina West

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: October 15, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Regina West's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (November 06, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: November 6, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Portrait Painting (November 06, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Portrait Painting

Instructor: Mohammad Ali Bhatti

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 9, 2026

Meets: Fridays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Mohammad Ali Bhatti's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

WAS-H Live - Demo by Nan Wright (November 08, 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 20:00:00 GMT

General Meeting and Demo

Sunday, November 8, 2026

2 pm - 3:30 pm

Demo Artist: Nan Wright

This registration is for both In-Person attendance and Live-Stream.

To receive an email with the link on or before the morning of the event, you must complete this online registration.

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity in person should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

November Show Opening & Reception - FREE (November 08, 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 21:30:00 GMT

November Show Opening

Sunday, November 8

3:30 - 5 pm

WAS- H Gallery, 1601 Alabama Street Houston

Theme:

Join us for the free monthly Gallery show.

Experience art, wine and bites, and community!

Gallery Hours are:

Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm

If you have any questions, call WAS-H at (713) 942-9966 or

admin@watercolorhouston.org.

Drawing Fundamentals (November 09, 2026)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Drawing Fundamentals

Instructor: Myke Venable

Class Type: Drawing

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: November 2, 2026

Meets: Mondays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

This class will focus on the basic building blocks of drawing.

Myke Venable's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Out of Our Comfort Zone (November 09, 2026)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Out of Our Comfort Zone

Instructor: Cheryl Evans

Instructor: Susan Giannantonio

Class Type: Mixed Media

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 9, 2026

On: Monday

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $20

Non-Members: $25

Cheryl Evans' & Susan Giannantonio's Resources

About the Instructors

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Maple + Oak leaf watercolor (November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Maple + Oak leaf watercolor

Instructor: Mei Chang

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: November 10, 2026

On: Tuesday

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $90

Non-Members: $110

This Maple + Oak leaf one day watercolor workshop will teach students a step-by-step of painting a Maple + Oak leaf watercolor.

Mei Chang's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Reflect & Refine (November 10, 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Reflect & Refine

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 13, 2026

Meets: Tuesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 6 Weekly Sessions

Members: $325

Non-Members: $390

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Click here to see the supply list for watercolor painting in Plein Air

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Plein Air for Members - Camp Mohawk (November 11, 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Plein Air for Members

Alla Adams, Coordinator

Wednesday, Veterans Day, November 11

11 am - 3 pm

Camp Mohawk

110 CR 193, Alvin, Texas 77511

Our Motto: Progress over Perfection

This Plein Air event will focus on trees, lakes, and nature scenes.

Additional information is emailed to those who register.

Join us for a creative escape surrounded by towering trees, serene lake views, and the tranquility of nature. Perfect for artists of all levels, this event invites you to capture the essence of the Camp Mohawk’s lush landscapes and reflective waters in your unique style. Bring your watercolor supplies and let the soothing natural environment inspire your creativity!

This Plein Air event will focus on trees, lake, and nature scenes.

I hope you enjoy practicing in advance and are excited about our topic – painting trees, lake, and nature scenes in Plein Air!

How to Paint Trees in Watercolor by Paul Clark

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygV5PuvzjE4

Trees Reflecting on Water Using Watercolor by Lucy Akins

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQw0mmnvksM

5 Tips for Painting Trees in Watercolor by Paul Clark

Find Your Path AM - Morning Class (November 12, 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 12, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path PM - Afternoon Class (November 12, 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 12, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: November 13, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Take Another Look (November 15, 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Take Another Look

Instructor: Robin Avery

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 15, 2026

On: Sunday

Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $90

Non-Members: $110

Students will self examine their paintings to determine changes that could improve their wirk

Robin Avery's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Palimpsest Obsessed (November 16, 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Palimpsest Obsessed

Instructor: Nan Wright

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: November 16, 2026

From: Monday - Tuesday

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 2 Day Workshop

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

Painting on Papers with a Past

Nan Wright's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Palimpsest Obsessed (November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Palimpsest Obsessed

Instructor: Nan Wright

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: November 16, 2026

From: Monday - Tuesday

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 2 Day Workshop

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

Painting on Papers with a Past

Nan Wright's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Reflect & Refine (November 17, 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Reflect & Refine

Instructor: Katherine Rodgers

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: October 13, 2026

Meets: Tuesdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 6 Weekly Sessions

Members: $325

Non-Members: $390

Katherine Rodgers' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path AM - Morning Class (November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 12, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path PM - Afternoon Class (November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 12, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (November 20, 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: November 20, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Studio to Plein Air: The Art of Expressive Watercolor (November 21, 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Studio to Plein Air: The Art of Expressive Watercolor

Instructor: Alla Adams

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 21, 2026

From: Saturday - Sunday

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Format: 2 Day Workshop

Members: $180

Non-Members: $215

This immersive workshop is designed for watercolor artists who are ready to move beyond simply recording a scene and begin creating paintings filled with atmosphere, emotion, and personal expression.

Alla Adams' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Studio to Plein Air: The Art of Expressive Watercolor (November 22, 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Studio to Plein Air: The Art of Expressive Watercolor

Instructor: Alla Adams

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 21, 2026

From: Saturday - Sunday

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Format: 2 Day Workshop

Members: $180

Non-Members: $215

This immersive workshop is designed for watercolor artists who are ready to move beyond simply recording a scene and begin creating paintings filled with atmosphere, emotion, and personal expression.

Alla Adams' Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path PM - Afternoon Class (November 26, 2026)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 12, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (November 27, 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: November 27, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Christmas Cactus watercolor (December 01, 2026)

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Christmas Cactus watercolor

Instructor: Mei Chang

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: December 1, 2026

On: Tuesday

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $90

Non-Members: $110

This Christmas Cactus one day watercolor workshop will teach students a step-by-step of painting a Christmas Cactus watercolor.

Mei Chang's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path AM - Morning Class (December 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 12, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path PM - Afternoon Class (December 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 12, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Painting the Virgen de Guadalupe in Watercolor (December 03, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Painting the Virgen de Guadalupe in Watercolor

Instructor: Regina West

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: December 3, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

Discover the beauty of watercolor while painting one of the world's most iconic and inspiring images. In this three-session workshop, students will learn to create a luminous portrait of the Virgen de Guadalupe using a carefully selected four-color p

Regina West's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (December 04, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: December 4, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Click here to see the supply list for watercolor painting in Plein Air

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Plein Air for Members - Historic Houses in the East End Historic District of Galveston (December 05, 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Plein Air for Members

Alla Adams, Coordinator

Saturday, December 5

11 am - 3 pm

Historic Houses in the East End Historic District of Galveston

Our Motto: Progress over Perfection

This Plein Air event will focus on drawing and painting a building in an artistic representation of a historic district area.

Additional information is emailed to those who register.

Painting buildings in watercolor allows us to capture the unique features and atmosphere of architectural structures. The fluidity of watercolor is perfect for capturing the mood and weather conditions around the building from sunny days to rainy scenes. This medium helps convey both the structure and the feeling of the place, bringing the building to life.

Galveston wears its history proudly - in intricate woodwork, iron balconies, and tree-lined streets that have stood the test of time. We will explore the East End Historic District, where Victorian-era homes reflect the island’s 19th-century prosperity.

This Plein Air event will focus on drawing and painting a building in an artistic representation of a historic district area.

I hope you enjoy practicing in advance and are excited about our topic – painting a building in a cityscape in Plein Air!

Watercolor Demonstration by Vladislav Yeliseyev

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmkHmBZfMD8

Capturing the Beauty of Old French Buildings: Plein Air Watercolor Painting Demo by Tim Wilmot

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvRHj3hHlJI

Venice Travel Plein Air Watercolor Painting Demo: Renaissance Building Façade by Ina Xi

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzIPip5uer0

This Is the Best Way to Paint Buildings by Robert Mee

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GugmXDPiiA4

How to Draw Perspective – A Simple Guide and Sketching Tutorial by Toby at Sketch Loose

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vs9f9shBpNI

Cityscape Painting – En-Plein-Air Watercolor Demonstration by Liron Yanconsky

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNk87oa6XnY

Perspective Drawing for Painters – Tips Tricks and Techniques by Liron Yanconsky

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMgBUXfwS0g

How to Paint Architecture in Watercolor Loose Style – Painting Light and Mood by Nina Volk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKzkitSEUro

WAS-H Live - Demo by Cheryl Evans (December 06, 2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 20:00:00 GMT

General Meeting and Demo

Sunday, December 6, 2026

2 pm - 3:30 pm

Demo Artist: Cheryl Evans

This registration is for both In-Person attendance and Live-Stream.

To receive an email with the link on or before the morning of the event, you must complete this online registration.

Safety Alert: Individuals attending this activity in person should be aware that they require the ability to safely descend stairs in an emergency.

December Show Opening & Reception - FREE (December 06, 2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 21:30:00 GMT

December Show Opening

Sunday, December 6

3:30 - 5 pm

WAS- H Gallery, 1601 Alabama Street Houston

Theme:

Join us for the free monthly Gallery show.

Experience art, wine and bites, and community!

Gallery Hours are:

Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm

If you have any questions, call WAS-H at (713) 942-9966 or

admin@watercolorhouston.org.

Drawing Trees (December 07, 2026)

Mon, 07 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Drawing Trees

Instructor: Myke Venable

Class Type: Drawing

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: December 7, 2026

Meets: Mondays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

The two day class will use the subject of trees as a focal point of drawing.

Myke Venable's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Find Your Path AM - Morning Class (December 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Find Your Path

Instructor: Carla Gauthier

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Intermediate

Starts: November 12, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 4 Weekly Sessions

Members: $220

Non-Members: $260

Push your Individual Style and Subject in a Group Environment

Carla Gauthier's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Painting the Virgen de Guadalupe in Watercolor (December 10, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Painting the Virgen de Guadalupe in Watercolor

Instructor: Regina West

Class Type: Watercolor

Level: Novice (no experience)

Starts: December 3, 2026

Meets: Thursdays

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

Regina West's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (December 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: December 11, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Drawing Trees (December 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Drawing Trees

Instructor: Myke Venable

Class Type: Drawing

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: December 7, 2026

Meets: Mondays

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Format: 2 Weekly Sessions

Members: $110

Non-Members: $130

The two day class will use the subject of trees as a focal point of drawing.

Myke Venable's Resources

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Out of Our Comfort Zone (December 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Out of Our Comfort Zone

Instructor: Cheryl Evans

Instructor: Susan Giannantonio

Class Type: Mixed Media

Level: Intermediate

Starts: December 14, 2026

On: Monday

Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $20

Non-Members: $25

Cheryl Evans' & Susan Giannantonio's Resources

About the Instructors

Before You Attend

Safety: In the event of an emergency, students should be able to safely descend the stairs.

Parking: Please park only in designated WAS-H parking areas. Do not park in reserved spaces or at The Menil Collection.

Open Studio for Members (December 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Dec 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Open Studio for Members

Facilitator: Mike Doan

Class Type: Meet Up-No Instruction

Level: Beginner (some experience)

Starts: December 18, 2026

On: Friday

Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Format: 1 Day Class

Members: $0

Non-Members: $0

Class Resources

Before You Attend