Megan Swoyer
Watercolor Artist
Sign up for a ZOOM/ONLINE Class
Most of my beginner and intermediate classes are one, one and 1/2, or two hours long and we typically cover a few fun techniques.
The classes are generally for students ages 14 and up.
I teach both in-person and online.
Once you sign up for a class and process the invoice (pay) I will send you an inspiration photo, supply list, painting inspiration (usually), and sketch inspiration. See current classes below and how to sign up. Times below are Eastern Standard Time.
Online watercolor classes are $15-$30 per person. Power Hour* classes (one hour) are $15 per person. Private online watercolor classes (one and one-half hours) are $55 per person. Various facilities for on-location, IN-PERSON classes charge different rates depending on their format. You typically receive inspiration photo, pre-class directions, post-class step-by-step, photo, and more. Also, can record per request.
FREE! Students who have taken more than six classes with me, please let me know when your birthday is, as you will receive a free class to celebrate!
FREE! Students who accumulate 9 classes that were full price will get a 10th class free! Two $15/power hour classes count as one full price class.
“Megan is a wonderful teacher. My first class with her was also my first time painting in any medium. I joined on a whim because I wanted the challenge of learning something new, and painting is not something that comes naturally to me. Because of Megan’s encouragement, however, I left that first class feeling accomplished and inspired, eager to learn more. She has a special gift for helping everyone find their inner artist. I have now taken close to 20 of her classes — online and in person — and have always found them to be well-prepared with a good balance between having the freedom to just paint and being coached in a new skill or technique. I recommend her classes to all my friends! —Cynthia
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“Megan is very kind, patient, and attentive. She always makes sure to answer your questions and is very warm and willing to take the extra step with you when you’re having a little trouble understanding an idea or concept. It is well worth your time and effort to take classes from Megan!” — Nancy
Although I appreciate art I would never have considered myself an artist. However, when I retired I began taking Megan’s online watercolor classes. From my first class I was able to follow Megan’s comfortable step-by-step teaching style and create my own art! I learn new techniques, create colors and am the lucky recipient of Megan’s experience and approach to novice painters. And Megan makes it all fun! I recommend highly!” — Alice
”I have taken a number of Megan’s watercolor classes both in person and online. She is a wonderful and engaging teacher, always making her students feel like artists - even if they are first-time painters! Megan encourages creativity and is always ready with lots of positive comments regarding our artwork. Her classes are not only about art and various techniques, but sharing her knowledge of the subject we are painting whether it be bird, flower ,or plant, etc. All levels of experience are welcome and inspired by Megan . Most of all, her classes are fun! Time flies when taking her classes. I highly recommend her classes.” — Sue
”Megan is a very talented artist and teacher. Her love of painting and teaching shines through every one of her classes. She is able to teach painting techniques in a very engaging manner through example and encouragement. Her style of teaching makes her students feel relaxed with the painting process and ultimately the students are able to create something they are proud of. I’ve taken many of her classes and have enjoyed every one.” — Laura
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“Art-Journaling through Fall”
Mon. Nov. 10. 6-7 p.m. EST.
$20/per journaling class.
ONE HOUR TO DE-STRESS AND BE WITH LIKE-MINDED FOLKS
Join us as we embark with pen and brush on a watercolor painting “trip” that takes us to whatever moves us, all on ZOOM!
NO DRAWING OR PAINTING SKILLS REQUIRED! Put your heart and soul on paper! Observe and record what moves you and you’ll uncover inspiration for gratefulness. Learn tips about how to express your individuality through a collage of color, words, shapes, ideas, from your fascination with geometric shapes and nature’s beauty to philosophies by which you want to live. Everything that we choose to see, study, or sense that we truly want to observe defines our soul and stirs our heart. Let’s put that in a special journal.
Each online journaling class is about one hour and students’ work is done between classes
This loose-format hour is sure to de-stress you and put you in the moment as we observe our relationship with a subject — with pen, paint brush, and pretty colors. At each session, I will demonstrate a journaling technique and then we will share (optional) our works from a previous class. We’ll practice writing (optional, can just be a recording of observation, date, etc.) a passage, poem, note, expression that pairs with our art. Each class ends with a homework assignment that you can do for the next class or if you’re not in the next class, a future class.
Once you sign up, I will suggest a few journals (and other simple supplies) for purchase at various local shops or online.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive an easy homework assignment to prep you for the first class, and you’ll receive Zoom login info.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Zinnia Daze”
Thursday, Nov. 13, Wednesday, Nov. 19, and Thursday, Nov. 20, 2026 on Zoom (see times below). Take one, two, or all three classes. If you sign up for all three you receive a 15 percent discount. ($65 marked down to $55)
Thursday, Nov. 13, 4:30-6 p.m. EST, upper left photo, Zinnias from the Cutting Garden. $25
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 5-6 p.m. EST, lower left photo, POWER HOUR: Before they Freeze. $15
Thursday, NOV. 20, 4:30-6 P.M. EST, right photo, Farmers’ Zinnias. $25
Zinnias. They’re bright, special, saturated blooms that are single-layered and mult-layered. Old-fashioned, cheery, and choice blooms for containers, garden beds, or arrangements. Let’s capture their beauty with our brightest paints in three different scenarios. I CANNOT WAIT!
These classes welcome all levels. I always go step-by-step.
No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are sometimes available.
“Power Hour: M-72’s Autumn”
Sunday, Nov. 16, 5-6 p.m., EST, on Zoom, $15
My head never tires of turning to take in all the beauty of northern Michigan when traveling. And now it’s filled with all the glorious fall scenes of fields, meadows, evergreens, hardwoods, old structures, and cerulean skies. Let’s capture one of those scenes in this class, which is open to all levels watercolorists. We’ll practice distant trees, evergreens and old-structure techniques in this fun POWER HOUR.
No drawing skills needed!
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photo.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are sometimes available.
“Flowers at Purple Door”
Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025 4-5:30 PM, EST, on Zoom, $25
Purple flowers, purple door, bright yellow petals and a yellow/green house … if you’re a color lover and adore sunflowers, this one is for you!
We’ll work on layers, glass, shadows, and more in this fun watercolor workshop.
No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Power Hour: Beginner & Beyond Amaryllis Pop!”
Sunday, Nov. 30, 3-4 p.m., EST, on Zoom, special rate — $10
GET OUT YOUR REDS! Wintry bliss in reds, greens, and blues, with a dash of turquoise. This watercolor class is perfect for beginners or for more-seasoned artists who want to contemplate the simple beauty of the season. It’s sure to be a happy, easy, relaxing experience for any level! Holiday vibes aplenty!
(I will provide a sketch for this, too, to make it truly BEGINNER-FRIENDLY; painters will be able to see how simple the shapes and composition are.)
No expert drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“BEGINNER FRIENDLY! Power Hour: Petite Poinsettia”
Friday, Dec. 5, 5-6 p.m. EST, on Zoom, $15
1,000% Beginner Friendly
This sweet little poinsettia clipping is growing well in a little pot that features a cool pattern with beaucoup chips of color. Outside, the snow falls softly, providing the “cool” to this warm plant. Quelle Complement!
For 60 minutes, relax, restore, and rejuvenate with watercolor paint and water! We’ll go step by step to create a small, charming, wintry scene. This class is for all levels and is especially great for beginners. Mixing water and paint calm nerves and take the stress out of your day, plus no drawing skills required!
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more.
“Mission Holiday”
Monday, Dec. 8, 4:30-6 p.m., EST, on Zoom. $25.
(NOTE: the painting shown here doesn’t portray the entire piece, only a detail, but you can get an idea from the photo). Old walls, colorful exteriors, a petite wreath … it’s all so southwest and so full of holiday charm. We’ll use ink pens (optional) and pay attention to paint colors (these exterior paints are fabulous in the southwest and achieve an antiquated, sun-stressed look over time).
Can’t wait for this one, featuring an old Mission in the southwest that’s still open for tours.
No drawing skills needed!
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photo.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are sometimes available.
“Poinsettia Euphorbia”
Thursday, Dec. 11, 4:30-6:30 PM EST, on Zoom, $30.
The little speckles, the drifts of blush and whites, the cheery shapes … This watercolor class will get us in the spirit of the holidays with the wintry poinsettia vibe going full regalia. Yes, that’s a little ribbon wending its way through, you could keep or delete it, or make it a different color!
No drawing skills needed!
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photo.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are sometimes available.
“Santa!”
Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, 4:30-6 p.m. EST, on Zoom, $25
Those blue eyes, that white beard and all those rich reds! This is a fun watercolor portrait that I hope you’ll join me for. Cherub cheeks, a twinkle in the eye, puffy whites, and more will come into play, as well as mixing up a skin tone for Dear Old St. Nick!
Some painting experience is helpful but not required.
No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Power Hour: Sou’west Hummer”
Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, 5-6 p.m., EST, on Zoom, $15
They dip, dive, dovetail, dally, and then zip! I’ve got a great photo of a beautiful hummingbird from a southwest trip and I’m ready to show you how to catch this guy in paint! Our soft and hard edges evoke a bit of movement, and yet a bit of still and calm delight.
.No drawing skills needed!
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photo.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are sometimes available.
“Sunflower Barn”
Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, 4:30-6 p.m., on Zoom, $25.
I love when barns feature a quilt pattern. This is one of my favorites, as seen from I-75, and when winter comes, it takes on a hushed appeal.
This watercolor workshop features muted colors (except some of the red). We’ll create a winter mood with touches of field showing, snow on the tree boughs, and empty silhouetted branches and trunks.
No drawing skills needed!
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photo.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are sometimes available.
“Adoring Alstroemeria”
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 4:30-6:30 PM EST, on Zoom, $30.
Ahhh … Alstroemeria … it’s a pink flower but has violets, burgundies and often a hint of yellow and peach. The light makes it appear different depending on how much there is. Lovely leaves perk up the plant to no end and we’ll capture it all with watercolor paint!
No drawing skills needed!
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photo.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are sometimes available.
“Bouquet Moderne”
Thursday, Jan. 29, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. EST, on Zoom, $30
It’s a little bit of a mixed-media bouquet, complete with some unique tools that I’ll share with you after you sign up. Maybe you can guess, too!
This pretty bouquet is painterly and awash in corals, yellows, golds, and greens and comes to life with lively teal/turquoise brushstrokes. Join us for this beginner-friendly class that’s also great for all levels.
No drawing skills required! I always go step-by-step.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more.
“Lilacs Love”
Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, 4:30-6 p.m., EST, on Zoom, $25
I’ll explain why this subject is scheduled for Valentine’s month as we prepare for class.
A little house in northern Michigan gets all the prettier when a huge, vintage lilac tree in the front yard blooms in full regalia come spring. I visit the house regularly in the spring to see the tree and am always taken aback by its age-old beauty and bright, rich blooms. We’ll work on tree skills as a main focus and background foliage, too. Can’t wait!
No drawing skills required.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Heron’s Color Soar”
Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, 4:30-6:30 PM EST, on Zoom, $30
He’s taking flight, and so are we, into the world of intuitive watercolor backgrounds that sing with nature’s hues. We’ll think about our colors first, then paint a pretty heron in flight before adding some background flavor. Can’t wait for this class for all levels that focuses on both wet into wet and wet into dry techniques.
No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“BEGINNER-FRIENDLY - Power Hour: Mackinac Window”
Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, 5-6 p.m. EST, $15.
This beginner friendly power hour takes us to a little window on Mackinac Island through which see the Straits of Mackinac, which are major shipping lanes that feature the connection region between Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. I love this quiet view. We’ll work on painting white flowers, distant trees, and more.
No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up, have questions, or want to learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
COASTAL CONNECTION SERIES (photos above): Feb. 17 (cosmos on ocean) 4:30-6:30 PM EST, $30; Feb. 18 (Power Hour royal tern), 5-6 PM EST, $15; Feb. 19 (yellow legs & wild rosemary), 4:30-6 PM, EST, $25. Sign up for all three classes in this series to receive a $10 discount ($60 instead of $70) on total.
This trip to the West Coast features various sightings from a sweet royal tern to an inquisitive yellow legs to beckoning cosmos and wild rosemary. No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message on which classes you’d like to attend or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
“Great Lakes Landscape”
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, 4:30-6:30 PM, EST, on Zoom, $30.
A relaxing shoreline scene comes to life in watercolors with gorgeous spring greens, rich forest greens, creams, lake blues, and a fair sky with a pop o’ color. We’re going to add a surprise element to this page, so stay tuned!
We’ll also use tools that help resist paint and add texture for grasses and trees.
Some watercolor experience is helpful.
No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Tulip Time!”
A Tulip Time series:
UPPER RIGHT, WHITE TULIPS AT INN, Thursday, April 23, 4:30-6 PM EST, on Zoom, $25
UPPER LEFT, PURPLE POP, Monday, April 27, 4:30-5:30 PM EST, on Zoom, $15
LOWER RIGHT, POT O’ TULIPS, Monday, May 11, 4:30-5:30 PM EST, on Zoom, $15
LOWER LEFT, WHITE PICKET BEAUTIES, Monday, May 18, 4:30-6 PM EST, on Zoom, $25 Sign up for as many as you’d like! Sign up for all four and receive discount ($70 instead of $80)
We attended Tulip Time 2025 in Holland, Michigan, and I was stunned by all the beauty! From along fences and in pots on city streets to out amid farmers’ gardens and adorning churches and homes, the region was one big rainbow of color, thanks to its Dutch heritage and fascinating history. This year, the festival runs May 1-10.
If you would like to sign up for one or more of these watercolor classes or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
“Power Hour: Hotel Mackinac Rose”
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 4:30-5:30 PM, EST, on Zoom, $15
A sweet blush pinky-white rose was sitting on a shelf in a hotel on Mackinac Island in one of the public spaces and I had to try to capture that rich-green, sparkly bottle enhanced by the turquoise bead board and light petals. We’ll use a couple of unique techniques, including a pen (will share more info. when you sign up).
No drawing skills required.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Heron on Beach”
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 4:30-6 p.m. EST, on Zoom, $25
Little pools of water collect on the beach and then meet pretty beach grasses which eventually unfold to golden sands before reaching many-hued waters in a plethora of soothing blues and sunrise oranges that are reflected in the sky.n this watercolor and wax workshop, we’ll work through the grasses and bird carefully and then loosen up for water and sand.
PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS.
No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Power Hour: Bird’s Pad”
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 4:30-5:30 PM, EST, on Zoom, $15
This guy found rest on a lily pad. Isn’t he lucky? In this watercolor hour, we’ll look at the contour/shape of the pad, how to create bright whites in watercolor, and random, expressive washes that appear extra artsy/painterly.
No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Roses from the Garden”
Monday, June 8, 2026, 4:30-6 p.m., EST, on Zoom, $25
Roses look hard to paint but if you take it one step at a time, they’re pretty simple. It’s about shape and value. Join us for a fun watercolor workshop that puts roses in the spotlight as well as a beautiful vase.
No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Poised Peony”
Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 4:30-6:30 PM EST, on Zoom, $30.
This watercolor peony (the one shown here is a work in progress) will pop right off your page as we begin to add our various pink values atop pretty petals. Then will venture into a verdant leaf or two before bringing on a background and detailing a center.
No drawing skills required for this watercolor workshop! If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Sweetest House”
Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026, 4:30-6:30 PM EST, on Zoom, $30
I stumbled upon this house in Clarkston, Mich., and just had to paint it. So much charm. You could go summer or fall with this, depending on how you decide to paint the tree and landscaping. Don’t you love the red door?
We’ll cover things like branch work, muted colors vs. bright, shrubbery values, and more!
Some watercolor-painting experience is helpful.
No drawing skills required. If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Just Peachy!”
Thursday, August. 13, 4:30-6:30 PM EST, on Zoom, $30
For all levels! It's so much fun to capture fruit in watercolor, especially as it's growing. Students will enjoy using peachy colors and lots of water on these round fruits and then enhancing the hues with rich green leaves, stems, and textured branches. Lots of fun techniques will be explored, including lost edges and shading.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
“Northeast Farmhouse”
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, 4:30-6:30 PM EST, on Zoom, $30.
Ah, the frost will soon be on the pumpkin, the trees will turn and corn fields will exude a crisp, fall feel. Sweet farmhouses will pop amid this new palette beckoning us to paint paint paint! I can’t wait to paint this with you. It features distant trees, some still green and others popping with blazing shades. A sweet farmhouse seems to rise out of the field that’s brimming with violets, browns, siennas, olives, and more.
No drawing skills needed! Some painting experience is helpful, but we go step by step and are very patient so if you’re a newbie, and a bit brave, join us!
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click here to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photo.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are sometimes available.
“Clever Crow”
Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, 4:30-6 p.m. EST, on Zoom, $25
This watercolor workshop focuses on color, watery splashes, texture, and more. Put on your loose caps for this one, as it’s full of fun, textural, carefree mark-making! Ready? Set? Go!
No drawing skills required.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Pumpkin Pile-up”
Thursday, October. 1, 4:30-6 p.m. EST, on Zoom, $25.
There are many colors to pumpkins and gourds and we’ll catch them all in this big stack o’ pumpkins atop a haystack and against a pretty blue wall that complements the oranges perfectly. Let’s get in the autumn spirit with this fun, whimsical piece!
No drawing skills required.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“8x8 Monday Series: Power Hour Pumpkin Solo”
THE SERIES IS Monday, Oct. 5, 12, 19, we’re painting 3 8 x 8’s. You can take one, two, or all three classes. If you take all three you get a discount. Oct. 5 is $15, Oct. 12 is $25, Oct. 19 is $25. If you sign up for all three it’s $55 ($10 discount).
On Zoom, 4:30-5:30 and 4:30-6 p.m.
THIS CLASS IS Monday, October. 5, 4:30-5:30 PM, EST, on Zoom $15.
This lovely, just-out-of-the-patch pumpkin makes for a fun class, especially for beginners or those who are curious how to capture the pumpkin and its neat attributes.
No drawing skills required.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Power Hour: The Round Door”
Tuesday, October. 8, 2026. 5-6 p.m. EST, on Zoom, $15.
Northern Michigan pops with autumn this time of year and the blazing red/orange/gold trees look fabulous against this little blue house with the round door. If you’d like, bring a Pigma ink pen to class and we’ll add some ink to definite fence slats and more. The big lesson here is less is more, and values, going from very light to dark on the trees. A happy, cheerful vignette!
GREAT FOR THOSE WHO’VE NEVER PAINTED, BUT OPEN TO ALL. No drawing skills required.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“8 x 8 Monday Series: Pumpkin Market”
The SERIES is Monday, Oct. 5, 12, 19, we’re painting 3 8 x 8’s. You can take one, two, or all three classes. If you take all three you get a discount. Oct. 5 is $15, Oct. 12 is $25, Oct. 19 is $25. If you sign up for all three it’s $55 ($10 discount). On Zoom, 4:30-5:30 and 4:30-6 p.m.
THIS CLASS IS Monday, Oct. 12, 4:30-6 PM, EST, on Zoom $25.
A stop at the market and we’re immediately enthralled by all the rich colors, many of which are so unique! We’ll capture them in this vignette painting, including gourds, mums, a random pot, and more!
No drawing skills required.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“Leaf Motif, and a Surprise!”
THURSDAYS, Oct. 15, 22, and 29, 2026, 4:30-6 p.m. EST, on Zoom, $25 each class. Sign up for one or all three. If you sign up for all three you receive discount rate of $65.
This is going to be one fun class! Elm, Maple, American Beech, Boxelder Maple, Poplar, Cotoneaster, Dogwood, Bigtooth Aspen. We’ll tackle two to three leaves per class as studies, on singular, small pieces of paper. I’m also going to provide an optional writing exercise that I’ll explain during class about the leaf that you can incorporate onto your painting or separately or even on the back during or after class.
No drawing skills required.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.
“8 x 8 Monday Series: Bluejay & Berries”
THE SERIES IS Monday, Oct. 5, 12, 19, we’re painting 3 8 x 8’s. You can take one, two, or all three classes.
If you take all three you get a discount. Oct. 5 is $15, Oct. 12 is $25, Oct. 19 is $25. If you sign up for all three it’s $55 ($10 discount).
On Zoom, 4:30-5:30 and 4:30-6 p.m.
THIS CLASS is Monday, Oct. 19, 4:30-6 PM, EST, on Zoom $25.
I snapped this bluejay in a crouch as he enjoyed lunch! We’ll capture all his pretty blues wet onto dry and wet onto wet, his striations and also bright berries and leaves! he may be loud and have some bold attributes but he deserves his day in the spotlight … exquisite little visitor, isn’t he?
No drawing skills required.
If you would like to sign up or learn more, click “here” to send me a message or email me at megan@waterloogroup.com. Once you sign up, you’ll receive Zoom login info. and preparation details to review/complete before class, as well as inspiration photos.
I always follow up with an emailed document with step-by-step directions, observations, and more. Recordings are often available, upon request.