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.
PATH WITH ART WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH IN OBSERVANCE OF PRESIDENT'S DAY. NO CLASSES WILL MEET AND THE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED.
WINTER PROGRAM | FEBRUARY 5 – APRIL 4
PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR ALL CLASSES
SIGN UP FOR OPEN STUDIO + JAM SESSIONS IS OPEN
Participants can enroll in each of the following for the Winter Program:
1) Path with Art singers and/or Veterans Choir,
2) Your choice of another 8-week Veteran class,
3) Friday online workshops and one Ambassador Workshop,
4) Art Kit (prioritized for new or online-only participants),
5) Open Studio,
6) Jam Sessions, and
7) Access Art.
All programming is free and all applicable materials are included. Classes are either virtual or in-person.
See our in-person policies here. Questions? Email us at: program@pathwithart.org
COLOR THEORIES THROUGH COLLAGE
TEACHING ARTIST: MARY MAC DAHLKE
8 CLASSES >> Tuesday, 2/6–3/26 from 3–5PM
Online
Color is an essential tool for any artist. Though each color has its own specific hue and value, the expression and perception of a color and how it changes in different contexts. In this color collage class you'll learn how to work with and talk about color. We will explore color through a series of collage techniques.
Image Courtesy of Adobe Stock
Image Courtesy of Adobe
Design Thinking for Creative Expression
TEACHING ARTIST: Luz Helena Thompson
8 sessions >> Wednesdays, 2/7-3/27 from 2–4pm
Online
Design Thinking is a design methodology that provides a solution-based approach to solving problems. One of the most common problems when working with art is how we view and define what an "artist" is. We are all artists in our own ways and this class will give you the tools necessary to begin unlocking the barriers between you and your creativity. No prior art experience is required. This class is perfect for the newcomer to artistic and creative expression as well as those who have experience in artistic work and design. Previous students will have the opportunity to design a new individual project and further develop their artistic skills and abilities.
Challenge yourself to experience an “OUT OF THE BOX” thinking approach to discovering the artist within!
FROM THE BLANK PAGE TO PUBLISHING: STORY + MEMOIR WRITING
TEACHING ARTIST: SCOTT DRISCOLL AND JENNIFER MCCORD
8 SESSIONS >> WEDNESDAYS, 2/7-3/27 FROM 3-5PM
ONLINE
We will start this eight-week course by looking at how to use memories and real-life events to do the world building necessary for creating stories or memoirs. Next, we’ll take a look at how to build characters from life, first as they show up in scenes. Then we’ll look into their interior worlds, into the subtext that helps explain their choices. Finally, we’ll look at publishing in today’s world.
We’ll start with how to summarize a story in a premise and how to create an author bio. Then we’ll discuss choices in publishing and how to approach traditional publishers and how to self-publish.
This class is open to both Veterans and non-Veterans.
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Veterans Choir (in partnership with Seattle Opera)
TEACHING ARTIST: MIchaella Calzaretta
8 sessions >> Thursdays, 2/8-3/28 from 1–3pm
SEATTLE OPERA, 363 MERCER ST, SEATTLE WA 98109
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. Come sing with us!
All experience levels welcome.
You may register for the Veteran’s Choir in addition to another class.
Participants can take workshops in addition to classes.
Jam Sessions
TEACHING ARTIST: STUART ZOBEL
SELECT FRIDAYS FROM 1–4PM: 1/9, 2/16, 3/15, 4/19
ARTHOME | 200 MERCER ST
Our Community Jam Sessions are back! Participant Artists and musician volunteers gather and play music together informally and unrehearsed. These three-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.
Courtesy of Brandon M. Weber
ONLINE FRIDAY WORKSHOPs
THE ART OF DANCE
TEACHING ARTIST: BRANDON M. WEBER
2 SESSIONS >> FRIDAYS, 2/16 + 2/23 FROM 1-3PM
ONLINE
In the Art of Dance workshop, we aim to explore different dance genres from around the world and their narrative through fun and simple movements. Each workshop session, we will focus on a new dance genre(s) and music style that represents its origin and history. Join us to experience a rich and diverse world of dance! Please wear clothes you are comfortable moving in.
Courtesy of Garima
PORTRAIT DRAWING IN MIXED MEDIA
TEACHING ARTIST: GARIMA NAREDI
1 SESSION >> FRIDAY 3/8 FROM 1-4PM
ONLINE
This workshop is for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of drawing portraits and capturing likeness. We will look at proportion, shape, shading and more to create our own portraits. Participants are encouraged to explore with any materials they have available--including pencil and paper. Participants will be encouraged to follow their personal vision and enjoy the process of creating something new.
AMBASSADOR WORKSHOPS
These are one-day workshops are facilitated by our skilled Ambassador Participant Artists. You may sign up for one of these ambassador workshops in addition to our other programming.
ERASURE POETRY
TEACHING ARTIST: DRAGONSONG CLARKE
1 SESSION >> TUESDAY, 1/30 FROM 1-3PM
ARTHOME | 200 MERCER ST
Learn the art of erasure poetry! In this workshop we'll review various types of erasure poetry and learn skills for creating our own poetic works of art. Using book text pages, you can remove or "erase" paragraphs, phrases, or words to create a poem that is hidden in the page. We will have time to make our own poems, share with each other, and embelish with additional art supplies (as desired).
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HOROSCOPE VISION
TEACHING ARTIST: LINDSEY PACKARD
1 SESSIONS >> WEDNESDAY, 1/31 FROM 1-3PM
ARTHOME | 200 MERCER ST
Design a piece of art with a statement, poem, or possibly a drawing of a picture representing your astrological sign or horoscope. Using your choice of materials such as paper, paints, markers, collage supplies, etc you will walk away from this workshop with a unique piece of art inspired by your horoscope.
Courtesy of Adobe
THE MAGIC OF STORY
TEACHING ARTIST: MICHELLE MURRAY
1 SESSIONS >> THURSDAY, 2/1 FROM 12-2PM
Online
What is story? How do you create story? Explore the methods of storytelling in various formats. Discover your unique process and even learn an outline process so simple, that even a pantser will want to outline.
Courtesy of Adobe
POETIC SELF-EXPRESSION THROUGH PAINTING
TEACHING ARTIST: TIM BRIDGE
1 SESSIONS >> FRIDAY, 2/2 FROM 3-5PM
Online
In this workshop, students will share self-expression through poetic painting. People can use paint, pencil, and paper to work in any style they choose. Come ready with your supplies to make in this open-studio style workshop. We will start with introductions, then have independent work time with music to inspire us and have an optional sharing of work at the end.
OPEN STUDIO
Open Studio is a supportive space to work on individual creative projects, share artwork, and connect with community through the healing process of art-making. For in-person studio-time, you are invited to use the ArtHOME studios and theater––including all of our on-hand supplies and instruments to create. We have guitars, drums, a keyboard, writing supplies, and visual art materials for drawing, painting, sewing, collage, and more. We hope you join us for this community art-making time! All Open Studios are Drop-In, no prior registration is necessary.
VIRTUAL OPEN STUDIO
every Monday from 3:30–5pm via Zoom
LIVE IN-PERSON OPEN STUDIO
First three Fridays of the month from 1–4pm: 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 3/1, 3/8 + 3/15
ArtHome | 200 Mercer St
LGBTQIA+ OPEN STUDIO
Last Friday of the month from 1-4pm: 2/23 + 3/29
ArtHome | 200 Mercer St
This LGBTQIA+ Open Studio invites anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+ to make art alongside others.
ART KIT:
Art Kits are mailed or distributed directly to participants and include all materials needed to complete a project as well as a step-by-step guidebook. Teaching Artists design these professional kits each quarter. Supplies are limited and prioritized for first-time and online-only participants.
Image Courtesy of Asha Singh
Mandala Art Lit
Teaching Artist: Asha Singh
MATERIALS MAILED TO PARTICIPANTS
In this art kit, we create co-centric abstract design called Mandala with an array of symbols, shapes and forms. We will start by practicing different patterns, shapes and create mandala designs from scratch. This process is extremely satisfying, meditative and therapeutic in nature. Once we learn the basics, we can create our very own design embracing the benefits of mandala drawing. (Beginner friendly!)