Magpie Art Center

Cool vs Warm Watercolor Painting
2025-07-12 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | A Sanctuary Center, 3720 West Wolfensberger Road, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
Join us for a Watercolor Class where we’ll paint this expressive painting using pre-drawn outlines—perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to focus on technique. We’ll dive into warm vs. cool colors and how they bring emotion and depth to your art.

Vincent Van Goat
2025-07-27 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-14 13:00 - 15:00 | A Sanctuary Center, 3720 West Wolfensberger Road, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
Vincent Van Goat is coming to life at Cookies & Creations! Join us for a fun, light-hearted painting session inspired by the legendary artist—with a whimsical twist. Perfect for all ages and skill levels. Reserve your spot and get ready to Gogh wild!

Mocktails & Masterpieces – Barnside Blooms
2025-07-27 15:30 - 17:30, 2025-09-14 15:30 - 17:30 | A Sanctuary Center, 3720 West Wolfensberger Road, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
Sip on refreshing mocktails while painting a charming red barn surrounded by a flower-filled fence line! This relaxed and creative session is perfect for all skill levels—come solo or bring a friend and enjoy a cozy evening of art, a non-alcoholic drink, and inspiration from the countryside. All supplies included!

Cookies & Creations–Get Your Jackson Pollock On!
2025-08-10 13:00 - 15:00 | CO
Get messy, get wild, and let your inner artist explode on the canvas! This week at Magpie Art Center, we’re channeling the chaotic genius of Jackson Pollock. Just flick, drip, splatter, and swirl your way into a masterpiece.
Tag your messy art buddy and join us for a colorful night of creative chaos!

Paint Your Pet (Day 1)
2025-08-16 09:00 - 11:00 | A Sanctuary Center, 3720 West Wolfensberger Road, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
The instructor transfers your photo to canvas and teaches you how to paint a unique portrait of your best friend!
2 hours per class (4 hours total)

Day 1: Background with basic lights/shadow of your pet. We paint the background (simple color or hatch mark background) & do shadows/lights of the form.
Day 2: Details/Final Touches, fine tuning to make it look ideal.
All materials supplied. You will need to send a picture of your pet to the instructor before class. Once you sign-up, instructions will follow.

Paint Your Pet (Day 2)
2025-08-17 09:00 - 11:00 | A Sanctuary Center, 3720 West Wolfensberger Road, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States

Anyone can paint!
2026-01-14 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-01-14 20:00 - 21:30 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
Drawing and painting have been a lifelong activity for me. My recent efforts of improving my techniques have brought me to a new level that I hope to share with you.
The wet-on-wet painting method we all see on TV is having a comeback and I can show you how to enjoy the freedom of making quick clouds, mountains, trees, and water.
There is a power to learning this time-tested method that gives you confidence and creative energy. Bill Alexander showed me anyone can paint. Now I can show you too.
There are two Wednesday evening sessions. The first session is designed for beginners, but participants are welcome to join either session. Most students will complete a painting in a single session.
A supply list will be sent to you when you sign-up. The instructor will have tools to rent, or you can buy your own.

Anyone can paint! Jan 21 WED–6 PM
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
Drawing and painting have been a lifelong activity for me. My recent efforts of improving my techniques have brought me to a new level that I hope to share with you.
The wet-on-wet painting method we all see on TV is having a comeback and I can show you how to enjoy the freedom of making quick clouds, mountains, trees, and water.
There is a power to learning this time-tested method that gives you confidence and creative energy. Bill Alexander showed me anyone can paint. Now I can show you too.
There are two Wednesday evening sessions. The first session is designed for beginners, but participants are welcome to join either session. Most students will complete a painting in a single session.
Preferred starter kit as follows:

3 canvas art panels or stretched canvas no smaller than 11 inches, no bigger than 18 inches
Paint: set of white, red, yellow, blue, plus a dark brown (burnt umber or van dyke)
Angled palette knife, 1-inch bristle brush, medium fan brush, medium liner brush
Paper towels
Basic chem gloves or shielding lotion
Thinner, large brushes, and white base paint will be provided. Most items will be available for purchase or rent as supplies last.

Anyone can paint! Jan 21 WED–8 PM
2026-01-21 20:00 - 21:30 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States

Watercolor for the Wanderer–SAT
2026-01-24 09:00 - 12:00 | CO
Watercolor is made for explorers—artists who love to experiment, discover new techniques, and follow the paint wherever it wants to go. Watercolor for the Wanderer is a skill-building class designed to help you truly understand what watercolor can do, while giving you a plethora of techniques you’ll be able to carry into every future painting.

In this class, you’ll learn how to:
Control water-to-paint ratios
Create beautiful washes, gradients, and textures
Layer and glaze for depth
Use wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques
Lift, blend, splatter, and build dynamic effects
Gain confidence in how watercolor behaves on paper
Whether you’re brand new to watercolor or looking to expand your style, this class will help you build a strong foundation while keeping the process playful, relaxed, and inspiring. Come wander with us—leave with new tools, new confidence, and a fresh love for watercolor.Watercolor is made for explorers—artists who love to experiment, discover new techniques, and follow the paint wherever it wants to go. Watercolor for the Wanderer is a skill-building class designed to help you truly understand what watercolor can do, while giving you a plethora of techniques you’ll be able to carry into every future painting.
All supplies provided.

Anyone can paint! Jan 28 WED–6 PM
2026-01-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States

Anyone can paint! Jan 28 WED–8 PM
2026-01-28 20:00 - 21:30 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States

Anyone can paint! Feb 11th WED–6 PM
2026-02-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States

Anyone can paint! THUR–10 AM
2026-02-12 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
Drawing and painting have been a lifelong activity for me. My recent efforts to improve my techniques have brought me to a new level that I hope to share with you.
The wet-on-wet painting method we all see on TV is having a comeback, and I can show you how to enjoy the freedom of making quick clouds, mountains, trees, and water.
There is a power to learning this time-tested method that gives you confidence and creative energy. Bill Alexander showed me that anyone can paint. Now I can show you too.
Class Schedule & Format
This class is offered in two options: one Wednesday evening session and one Thursday morning session. Most students will complete a finished painting in a single session.
Note: The sample image shown represents the style and skills you’ll explore—not a single painting you’ll repeat. Each week, the instructor will guide you through a new scene and subject, so every class offers a fresh creative experience and new techniques to try.
Preferred starter kit as follows:

3 canvas art panels or stretched canvas, no smaller than 11 inches, no bigger than 18 inches
Paint: set of white, red, yellow, blue, plus a dark brown (burnt umber or van dyke)
Angled palette knife, 1-inch bristle brush, medium fan brush, medium liner brush
Paper towels
Basic chem gloves or shielding lotion
Thinner, large brushes, and white base paint will be provided. Most items will be available for purchase or rent as supplies last.

Experimenting with Watercolor
2026-02-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
This class is all about curiosity, play, and discovering what watercolor can do. Experimenting with Watercolor invites students of all experience levels to loosen up and explore a wide range of techniques without pressure or perfection.
We’ll dive into washes, layering, texture, mark-making, resist techniques, and happy accidents—learning how water, pigment, and paper interact in surprising and beautiful ways. You’ll be encouraged to experiment, take risks, and follow your intuition while building confidence in your process.
This class is ideal for beginners who want to get comfortable with watercolor, as well as experienced artists looking to break habits and try something new. You’ll leave with a collection of expressive pieces that stand on their own or can be used later in collage and mixed-media work.

Anyone can paint! Feb 18th WED–6 PM
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States

Anyone can paint! Feb 25th WED–6 PM
2026-02-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States

Anyone can paint! SAT–9 AM
2026-02-28 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States

Anyone can paint! WED–6 PM
2026-03-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States

Anyone can paint! WED–6 PM
2026-03-11 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-18 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
Drawing and painting have been a lifelong activity for me. My recent efforts of improving my brush techniques have brought me to a new level that I hope to share with you.
The wet-on-wet painting method we all see on TV is having a comeback and I can show you how to enjoy the freedom of making quick clouds, mountains, trees, and water.
There is a power to learning this time-tested method that gives you confidence and creative energy. Bill Alexander showed me anyone can paint. Now I can show you too.
There are two sessions: Wednesday evening 6–9 and Saturday morning 9–noon.
Preferred starter kit as follows:

3 canvas art panels or stretched canvas, no smaller than 11 inches, no bigger than 18 inches
Paint: set of white, red, yellow, blue, plus a dark brown (burnt umber or van dyke)
Angled palette knife, 1-inch bristle brush, medium fan brush, medium liner brush
Paper towels
Basic chem gloves or shielding lotion
Thinner, large brushes, and white base paint will be provided. Most items will be available for purchase or rent as supplies last.
Bring your own supplies, or use the instructor’s for $10 a session.

Anyone can paint! SAT–9 AM
2026-03-14 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Magpie Art Center, 4138 Rio Grande Ave, Sedalia, CO, 80135, United States
