Path with Art offers multi-disciplinary arts programming, offered quarterly with a specific emphasis on the veteran experience. Our programming is guided by the Veterans’ Program Steering Committee which is composed of veterans and community members who work with veterans.
ALL VETERANS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR OUR PROGRAMMING. OUR PROGRAMMING IS FREE FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS.
Gallery: 2022 Veterans Exhibition at the Seattle Opera
FALL PROGRAM
FALL QUARTER - OCTOBER 17 TO DECEMBER 15
Registration is open from Sept 14 to 30
ALL PROGRAMMING IS FREE AND ALL APPLICABLE MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED
PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR ELIGIBILITY BEFORE REGISTERING.
Introduction to Watercolor
TEACHING ARTIST: Luz Helena Thompson
Wednesdays, 2-4 PM PST
October 19 to December 7 [8 sessions]
Online
The art of watercolor painting allows you to slow down and escape into a practice that requires concentration, controlled breathing, and is an invitation to unlock your imagination as one brush stroke flows into the next. This class welcomes the beginner and will cover a range of topics, such as; an introduction to sketching and transferring images using carbon paper, watercolor wash techniques, layering, and blending. Participants will engage in short lessons followed by hands-on projects each session. Additionally, we will experiment with working from light to dark, as well as use salt techniques and mixed media. Watercolor encourages us to view the world around us from a different perspective so we can express our creativity and build confidence as we deepen our practice--let's paint together! No prior experience is necessary.
SINGING FROM THE HEART
TEACHING ARTIST: LIZ FRAZER TUESDAYS, 1-3 PM
OCTOBER 18 TO DECEMBER 6 [8 SESSIONS]
ONLINE
This is the class for you if you want to sing virtually every week! Singing is empowering. It can help us communicate and connect with each other, and experience emotions in ways that feel safe. For anyone who has ever felt silenced, this is an opportunity to help us be heard and get loud. Through in-class exercises and demonstrations we will learn more about how the voice works, and begin to prepare a song for performance. Practicing singing skills will build confidence as you find your voice. We'll end the class with a performance by anyone who would like to sing! All are welcome. No previous experience needed.
Improv for Everyone
TEACHING ARTIST: JILL FARRIS
THURSDAYS, 1-3 PM PST
OCTOBER 20 TO DECEMBER 15 [8 sessions. No class November 24]
ONLINE
This class will teach you how to collaborate with others to spontaneously create scenes that tell stories. In a nonjudgemental learning environment, you learn how to make your scene partner look good. Being present and available to the moment, you will learn to respond with simplicity to make a scene that has never been seen before.
This is a reintegration class with enrollment opportunities both for veterans and civilians.
Veterans Choir
TEACHING ARTIST: Dawn SonntaG
Fridays, 11 AM - 1 PM PST
October 14 to December 9 [8 sessions, No class November 25]
Seattle Opera | 363 Mercer St
If you love to sing or have always wanted to sing, this is the group for you! Facilitated by a Seattle Opera teaching artist, you will gain confidence in your singing voice by learning classical vocal technique and music fundamentals. You’ll also learn about opera history and explore other genres of vocal music. Most importantly, you will have a chance to sing together and connect with fellow veterans. All experience levels welcome. You may register for the Veteran’s Choir in addition to another class.
Shakespeare for Veterans: The Feast of Crispian
TEACHING ARTIST: Nancy Smith-Watson
Saturday, 10 am - 5 PM PST
October 22 [1 session]
ARTHOME | 200 MERCER ST
Using basic acting tools and techniques and the powerful words and stories of William Shakespeare, we help Veterans be heard and seen in the expression of their thoughts and feelings. This all-day workshop will guide participants through a series of acting exercises and community-building practices. Actors are fed lines by the Teaching Artists so there is nothing to remember! Only a willingness to express yourself. This workshop allows you to more easily hear, see, and respect the thoughts and feelings of others, reconnecting you with your own sense of self-worth and with your communities.
No prior acting experience needed. This class is open for all veterans and placements will be prioritized for Certificate or Achievement holders and Ambassadors. Limited space available. You may take this class in addition to Veterans Choir and another class, space-pending.
This is an in-person class. See our in-person policies here.
These workshops feature fantastic Teaching Artists in a variety of creative mediums. You may sign up for any or all of the workshops in addition to A class and an art kit.
JAM SESSIONS
TEACHING ARTIST: SHAINA SHEPHARD SUNDAYS, NOON-2 PM
OCTOBER 16 AND NOVEMBER 27 [2 SESSIONS]
ARTHOME | 200 MERCER ST
Our Community Jam Sessions are returning! Participant Artists and musician volunteers gather and play music together informally and unrehearsed. These two-hour jam sessions drop-in format, no commitment required. Attendees are invited to bring their own instruments if they have one, but we also have instruments available including microphones, guitars, a bass, synthesizers, drums and other percussion, a keyboard and more. Participants are also welcome to enjoy the event as audience and community members, cheering on the musicians.
ACTIN’ UP! IMPROV
TEACHING ARTIST: TAYLOR TINSLEY FRIDAYS, 2-4 PM
OCTOBER 21 AND 28 [2 SESSIONS]
ONLINE
Acting and improv fuels our creativity and encourages us to expect the unexpected. In this all-levels course we will explore our relationship with ourselves and others through theater games, participant-led activities, and lots of wacky challenges. Let’s break the rules and act up! No prior experience necessary.
CONCEPTS OF CREATIVE EXPRESSION
TEACHING ARTIST: LUZ HELENA THOMPSON
FRIDAYS, 2-4 PM
DECEMBER 2 AND 9 [2 SESSIONS]
ONLINE
Are you ready to dive into your own individual creative expression? Teaching Artist Luz Helena Thompson will guide you through a series of exercises in various mediums to help you uncover what resonates and also expand your self confidence and your artistic voice. Through this two-session workshop, we will complete short exercises, such as; an introduction to abstract sketching, creative writing, and drawing with the non-dominant hand. Participants will have several activities to complete and take part in tasks that involve sketching, shading, drawing, journaling, and creative writing. This workshop is great for beginners and more experienced artists. Please bring a pencil with eraser and piece of paper to each session.
ART KIT:
PERSONAL SCRAPBOOKING - MEMORY AND MEDITATION
BY JADE WILLIS
MATERIALS MAILED TO PARTICIPANTS
This art kit is all about self-expression and personal creative growth. Tell your own story using the included journaling and scrapbook prompts as your guide. In the kit, you will find some step-by-step tutorials for free-drawing/sketching, scrapbooking hacks, and collage suggestions. Pour it all out on the pages! What motivated you to be your artistic self? What journey have you taken to get here? This freeform journal is for YOU, so I encourage you to dig deep and have fun.
OPEN STUDIO
VIRTUAL MONDAYS, 3:30-5:00 PM PDT | WEEKLY ON ZOOM
In-Person on Select Fridays, 1-4pm PDT
October 28, November 11 + 18, December 9 + 16
ArtHOME | 200 Mercer St
This is a Drop In class, no prior registration is necessary.
Open Studio is a supportive space to work on individual creative projects, share artwork, and connect with peers. Creative Mentors are available for one-on-one support. For virtual open studios, use whatever supplies you have on hand. For in-person, we will have art supplies available. Let’s make some art together!
