This class is open to ages 14+

Spring is on its way! Come take your floral painting skills to the next level with this awesome watercolor floral wreath class with Amy Richards. In this workshop you will learn simple painting techniques to create a delicate cherry blossom wreath. Not only will you walk away with a swoon-worthy piece of art but confidence to keep practicing at home. 

All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome! 

Learn how to create a beautiful posy-filled letter in this brand new watercolor floral monogram class. In this workshop, Amy will walk you through simple steps to create an your letter of choice filled with watercolor florals. She will also touch on some color theory and mixing basics as well as tips and tricks for creating a letter shape. You'll leave with a colorful and unique painting ready to frame.

All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome! 

Come learn this fun, colorful and loose style of floral watercolor painting in this brand new workshop! Using an illustrative technique, this class lends itself to a free-er interpretation of flowers and challenges you to leave perfectionism at the door. I hope you will join me for this playful practice, spaces limited.

All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome! 

Calling all nature lovers! Come learn a variety of painting techniques to create this cozy winter tree scape. In this 2.5 hour class, local illustrator and watercolorist Amy Richards will teach you everything you need to know about how to create a landscape of trees, a night sky and snow. Using watercolor and gouache you will walk away with a masterpiece that will wow your friends and family.

All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome! 

Get a jump start on your holiday giving with this festive watercolor card painting workshop. In this class, Amy will teach you how to paint these adorable holiday motifs on greeting cards. Watercolor greeting cards make such a unique gift, they are a card and present in one!

Ready to celebrate the changing of the season and welcome fall? Join me for a 3-hour watercolor pumpkins and decorative gourds workshop! Using simple watercolor brush techniques, I'll teach you how to create your very our own autumn-themed masterpiece. Leave with a festive, finished piece that will keep you smiling all season long.

All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome! 

CLASS FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to find another person to take your spot in the class.

Ready to celebrate the changing of the season and welcome fall? Join me for a 3-hour watercolor oak leaves and acorns workshop! Using simple watercolor brush techniques, I'll teach you how to create your very our own autumn-themed masterpiece. We’ll even get to experiment with salt relief to create texture! Leave with a festive, finished piece that will keep you smiling all season long.

All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome! 

CLASS FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to find another person to take your spot in the class.

This class is open to students age 14+. Students age 7 - 13 may attend with a participating adult.

Let's celebrate the change of the season with a BRAND NEW adult/child class! Join me for this fun new Fall-themed watercolor class. I will walk you through simple drawing and painting techniques to create your very own colorful, autumn masterpiece using bold lines and bright colors.

Supplies Needed:

• All your painting supplies are provided for use during class

• Watercolor paints can splatter, so please dress for (a little) mess!

• Amy has created some Watercolor Curious Starter Kits, so you can continue painting when you go home! These kits are available at Craft Habit, and are 10% off for everyone enrolled in this class.

Tis the season to paint peonies and poppies! Join Amy Richards as she walks you through simple techniques to create two floral favorites. You’ll walk away with a lovely painted bouquet and more confidence in your watercolor skills. This class is great for beginners and folks looking to hone their skills alike. 

All class materials will be provided.

Tis the season to paint peonies and poppies! Join Amy Richards as she walks you through simple techniques to create two floral favorites. You’ll walk away with a lovely painted bouquet and more confidence in your watercolor skills. This class is great for beginners and folks looking to hone their skills alike. 

All class materials will be provided.

Come learn to paint not one, but TWO different kinds of cacti in this brand new watercolor workshop. Join local watercolorist Amy Richards, in exploring fun beginner tips and techniques to draw and paint vibrant saguaro and prickly pear cacti. All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome! 

All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome! 

In conjunction with the North Carolina Museum of Art’s special exhibit Art in Bloom, Amy Richards, creator of whimsical illustrations, shows how to paint sweet and simple watercolor bouquets. She teaches easy watercolor techniques that will enable you to create your own finished notecards and illustrated place settings. All skills levels are welcome, and all materials are included.

Calling all nature lovers! Come learn a variety of painting techniques to create this cozy winter tree scape. In this 3 hour class, local illustrator and watercolorist Amy Richards will teach you everything you need to know about how to create a landscape of trees, a night sky and snow. Using watercolor and gouache you will walk away with a masterpiece that will wow your friends and family.

All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome! 

Calling all nature lovers! Come learn a variety of painting techniques to create this cozy winter tree scape. In this 3 hour class, local illustrator and watercolorist Amy Richards will teach you everything you need to know about how to create a landscape of trees, a night sky and snow. Using watercolor and gouache you will walk away with a masterpiece that will wow your friends and family.

All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome! 

Take your love of our beautiful state to the next level at Craft Habit for a floral watercolor workshop. In this 3 hour class, local illustrator and watercolorist Amy Richards will teach you everything you need to know about how to create simple florals using basic watercolor techniques. Treat yourself to an afternoon of creativity and leave with a masterpiece your friends and family will be swooning over.

All class materials will be provided, and beginners are welcome!