Many thanks to the Ridgefield Art Association for sponsoring my free encaustic painting demo at the Ridgefield Community Library on February 28, from 1–2:30 pm.

Building on the presentation I shared at their recent members meeting, I’ll demonstrate encaustic painting along with several complementary media that pair beautifully with it, including photographs, watercolor, oil, and pastel.

There will be plenty of time for questions, and attendees will also have an opportunity to learn more about my encaustic painting classes at my Vancouver, WA studio. You do not need to be an RAA member to attend. Please join us!

Are you a member of the Ridgefield Art Association? If so, I’ll be your guest speaker in January for the members meeting! I’ll discuss the encaustic painting process and show some of the unique ways it can be combined with other media. This will be a teaser for a live demo I’ll do for them in February.

I’ve only been a member for a few months, but I’ve already had several members join me for encaustic painting classes in my Vancouver WA studio. They’re a terrific and talented group and I’m so glad to have found them.

Join me at Gallery 408 for a free demonstration of my encaustic and photography process on January 9 from 3–5 PM.

January at Gallery 408 is a celebration of art and creativity, featuring free live demonstrations by talented local artists throughout the month, including another encaustic demo by Michele Sabatier on January 30.

» View the full demo schedule here

Join the fun on Saturday, December 13 for a drop-in open house at Plas Newydd Farm in Ridgefield, WA. They’ll have an array of hands-on arts and crafts activities, including wreath-making, writing, and more. I’ll be joining in on the fun too! Make a free waxy ornament with me between 11 - noon as space allows. Come for an hour, or come for the whole day! 

View the full schedule here!

In this fun and welcoming workshop, I'll lead us in a loose drawing approach that’s all about observation, memory, and emotion—not technical accuracy. This practice is a fantastic way to begin drawing without pressure, no matter your experience level.

Using the scenic backdrop of Plas Newydd Farm in Ridgefield WA, , you’ll see how these quick impressions can become meaningful visual diaries of your own adventures—whether abroad, in your own backyard, or on the farm.

This workshop is open to all levels. You don’t need to know how to draw. You just need curiosity, a sense of play, and a willingness to look a little closer at the world around you.

>> Join us! Register here.

Get a jump on the Clark County Open Studios tour and join me for a not so Secret Preview Party. It’s tough to get to all of your favorite studios in one weekend, so I’m starting early!

Join me on Wednesday, October 29 from 5 - 8 pm in my studio (#29 in the guidebook) to meet up with creative folks and enjoy delicious refreshments. 18302 NE 47th Ave., Vancouver, WA.

You’ll also get first look at my new paintings, collages, and ornaments. As always, the little ones are welcome to join us. I hope to see you then.

>> Please let me know if you plan to come!

Join me at the Camas Art & Wine Walk in historic downtown Camas on Saturday, September 6th, from 3-7 pm! Discover vibrant artworks displayed by talented local artists, and indulge in delicious bites from nearby eateries. Pop into boutique shops offering unique treasures, or simply relax and soak up the lively festival atmosphere. Tickets here

I’m creating tiny paintings for VIRTUAL VACATIONS whenever you need a break. 🌊☀️🌿My table will be at 4Ever Growing, just down the street from Gallery 408 which shows my larger work. I’ll be selling original paintings, handmade ornaments, note cards, framed reproductions, and more. Stop by to say hello and treat yourself to a tiny treasure!

Cool off and explore the Vancouver Arts and Music Festival juried art exhibit featuring works from select local artists, including mine! It’s on the second floor of the Hilton Hotel, just across the street from Esther Short Park.

» Join me for the Award Reception: on Sunday, Aug. 3 at 1 p.m. Get details here

Cast your vote for the Peoples Choice Award while you’re there. Everyone who casts a vote will be entered to win a selection of art supplies!

Celebrate summer in full bloom with a free week of floral-themed art demonstrations, presented by some of Winslow Art Center’s inspiring teaching artists!

Join us each day for a one-hour live online demo featuring different mediums, unique approaches and fresh floral subjects. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or just flower-curious, you’ll come away with new insights, techniques, and a garden of inspiration.

I’ll be one of 7 featured artists, with my demo on Saturday July 26 at noon PT. Free Registration here.

As part of Camas Days, I’ll be doing a free encaustic painting demo outside of Gallery 408 on Friday, July 25 from 11 am - 1 pm. Come watch me work on some photo encaustic paintings!

What is Camas Days? For two full days in July (25-26), the community of Camas celebrates with parades, music, street vendors, a wine & microbrew street and kid’s activities.

Gallery 408 is partnering with the Cascade Aids Project for an event on June 21 from 5 - 8 pm. Several gallery artists (including me) are donating a piece of art to be sold with 100% of the profits going to CAP.

The gallery will also donate 10% of profits from their June 21 sales, so anything you purchase that day will help raise funds for this worthy cause! All donated items will be marked with a specific wall tag identifying them, and this donated art is available in the gallery now, so there’s no need to wait.

Encaustic is one of the oldest forms of painting, with paint made from pure pigment mixed with wax and resin. The mixture is applied hot, then reheated to fuse the layers together. No experience is necessary for this quick start wax class.

We'll start with a group painting exercise to help you try several colors while learning the basic fusing techniques using a heat gun. All supplies will be provided.

>> Find out more and register here

I’m celebrating my new art studio in Vancouver, Washington! Come tour my space and meet other fun, creative folks.

This will be a casual event with an opportunity to see my latest paintings, as well as artful ornaments, framed prints, note cards, and smaller works that all make great gifts.

>> FREE ENCAUSTIC PAINTING DEMOS: I'll also show examples of what we'll create in my upcoming workshops and info on how you can join us. No experience is necessary and I supply all materials for most classes.
View my workshop schedule here. 

Photographers seem especially drawn to working with wax because of the variety of ways their images can be reborn in a new medium. Working with encaustic expands the traditional methods of hand coloring photographs, also allowing you to easily add texture.

>> Learn more and register here

A fellow artist once told me that any mark is better than no mark, and that advice has served me well. In this class we’ll pair encaustic painting with a variety mark making materials including ink, watercolor, and my favorite “instant stamps” to avoid that dreaded blank canvas as you begin new work.

These techniques will allow you to add gestural marks at any point in your creative process to add more more spontaneity and personal expression to your work, whether or not you usually work with encaustic. All supplies will be provided.

>> Learn more and register here!