About this Event
Join us for this exclusive class at the Filson Flagship store with Sarah Simon, TheMintGardener. This is your invitation to learn to watercolor paint a beautiful PNW scene designed just for this class, and inspired by the one and only iconic Filson.
Come mingle and paint the iconic PNW atmosphere at the Filson Flagship store. Sip and snack on beverages and delicious small bites while learning the foundations of this beautiful watercolor art - and go home with a piece you are proud of!
The Painting
After this class with Sarah, you’ll walk away confident and skilled, able to understand and recreate the watercolor process step by step.Together, you’ll explore the techniques Sarah uses in her own watercolor practice and see how she teaches the foundations of this art as both a creative and mindful skill. Once you’ve built the foundations, you’ll move on to painting a pre-drawn art piece (that’s correct - no drawing required!) of the art piece you see pictured. With TheMintGardener’s clear, step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to watercolor, and then put that knowledge to use as you shape your art piece and solidify your new skill set.
It’s the perfect introduction to watercoloring for people new to this art, as well as an inspiring piece to paint for the more seasoned artist as well.
With this class registration, you will receive all of the materials you need to continue to paint at home: professional watercolor paints and a brush with a curated palette specifically for our lovely event. Sarah cannot wait for you to join her; to fall in love with the flowing freedom of watercolor, and the beauty of watching paint and water dance along your pages.
If you have one of Sarah’s books, please feel free to bring it with you and she can sign it. She will also have a collection of all of her books available for purchase and signing after class as well.
Flow of Events:
5-5:30pm: Arrive early, get settled in, enjoy some small bites and beverages while browsing the Filson storeroom. Filson is generously offering our group a 20% discount on our shopping their store this evening as well - YAY!
5:30-7:30: Paint time!
7:30-8pm: Have your books signed, finish up your project, pack up all of your delightful supplies to take home, mingle with your fellow artists and exclaim over everyone's incredible work...and end your fantastic evening with perhaps a bit of shopping to close the night off just right!
Parking: We encourage everyone to plan on coming early. Filson offers FREE parking at their lot across the street (look for the black and white Filson sign; they share this lot with the Commissary Kitchen). There is also plenty of street parking, which is free after 6pm, as well as a paid Paseo parking lot for Paseo's, right next door to Filson.
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Meet the Artist
Sarah Simon @themintgardener is an artist, author, and teacher who has helped thousands discover the joy of watercolor. With her gentle guidance, she makes painting feel approachable, inspiring both beginners and seasoned artists to slow down and savor the creative process.
Her beloved Watercolor Workbook series has become the world’s #1 best-selling watercolor book collection for five years running, giving readers everything they need to build confidence and creativity with a brush in hand.
Through her online classes, in-person workshops, and art retreats, Sarah shares not only her passion for watercolor but also her philosophy of slow beauty and intentional living.
Learn more about her work and offerings at.
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Cancellation Policy: Due to the highly creative and collaborative coordination that events like this require ahead of time, the Hosts cannot offer refunds.
The ticket purchase once made is non-refundable, but should the participant be unable to make the planned event, the participant can gift their ticket to a friend if they cannot make it. The participant can make arrangements, and notify the Host.
However, we understand that 'life happens,' and any cancellation request received due to an extenuating circumstance may be reviewed by the Hosts who in turn will recommend the appropriate action. Extenuating circumstances can be (but not limited to) death in the family, documented positive COVID-19 test etc.
If the event is canceled by Hosts, all participants will be extended a full refund of their payments.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Filson, 1741 1st Avenue South, Seattle, United States
USD 165.53
