Sunflower Watercolor Painting ( Beginner Level)

Schedule

Sat May 09 2026 at 01:00 pm to 02:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

158 Lafayette St | Schenectady, NY

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Join us for a cozy beginner friendly workshop where we’ll explore the fluid beauty of watercolor painting.
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Sunflower Watercolor Painting ( Beginner Level)

Saturday May 9th 1:00pm-2:30pm

$50.00

Embrace the coming of Spring and find your inner artist!! Join us for a cozy beginner friendly workshop where we’ll explore the fluid beauty of watercolor painting.

Whether you’ve never touched a brush or want to refine your skills, you’ll be guided step by step through creating your own serene spring scenes.


To ensure the best results, all supplies will be provided ( feel free to bring your favorites if you are experienced) An additional $5.00 is included in the class fee to cover a professional grade, 140lb 100% cotton paper for your painting.


Guest Teacher: Mary Frances Millet is a third generation Schenectadian. Her watercolor work has been exhibited extensively throughout the capital district. When she’s not in her studio, she teaches watercolor at Mohawk Valley Art Shoppe in Schenectady.


Website: Maryfrancesmillet.com


Classes at Thrifty Connections intended for adults and suitable for individuals 16+.

Ticket Policy

All ticket sales are final. As a small business, we operate with limited class capacity. Classes require advance planning, preparation time, and the gathering of materials and supplies. Because of our limited capacity, we are typically unable to refill seats or recover the costs associated with cancellations. For these reasons, all class ticket purchases are final and non-refundable.

If you’re unable to attend, your ticket may be transferred to a friend or donated—just let us know ahead of time so we can update our guest list. Thank you for understanding and for supporting our small classes and creative offerings.

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158 Lafayette St, 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, United States

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