Art Classes
Hands-On Art History
Hi, I’m Rachel, the artist and educator behind SaltWave Creative. I teach engaging, art history inspired workshops that introduce students to famous artists, movements, and creative ideas from across time. With a bachelor’s degree in graphic design from the University of Maryland and years of teaching experience, I bring professional design knowledge and hands-on instruction into every class. Workshops are intentionally kept small to allow for individualized guidance and are held in my home-based studio or at your community or co-op group. See below for upcoming workshops or contact me about a custom class for your group!
The Modern Masters Workshop Series
The Modern Masters Series consists of 3 sessions (each session is 4 weeks long), taking students through a hands-on journey of Modern Art. Each student receives a binder to keep, which grows throughout the series into a personal portfolio filled with class notes, artist insights, and completed projects. High-quality art supplies are also included in the cost.
*Students may attend one session or all 3! Each 4 week session requires individual registration.
Exploring Impressionism & Post-Impressionism
Discover the light, color, and brushwork of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. Students explore the stories behind the artists while creating their own expressive, hands-on masterpieces.
This 4 week session is full and not accepting new students at this time.
Exploring Cubism & Abstract Art
Dive into the world of abstract shapes, geometric forms, and Cubist experimentation. Students learn the history of these movements while making their own innovative artworks.
4 Week Session:
Jan 15, 22, 29, Feb 5 (2026)
This 4 week session is full and not accepting new students at this time.
Exploring Pop-Art
Explore bold colors, popular culture, and the playful spirit of Pop Art. Students study iconic artists and create hands-on projects inspired by the movement.
4 Week Session:
March 5, 12, 19, 26 (2026)
$100/4 wk. session
Only 3 spots left!
Teen Registration Full
One-Time Workshops
Discovering Wassily Kandinsky
In this workshop, students will study Wassily Kandinsky, a groundbreaking artist who experienced synesthesia (seeing colors when hearing music) and used this unique perception to create a visual symphony in his work. This resulted in vibrant, rhythmic paintings. Students will learn about his innovative abstract style and create their own music-inspired artwork, translating sound into color, line, and movement.
This class includes a watercolor tutorial practice session as well as the masterpiece workshop!
*I provide all high-end art supplies which are included in the cost, along with a take-home folder with notes/resources. Students will go home with a complete framed and matted masterpiece!
Sat March 14th, 2026
10:00 - 11:30am
In the Studio
Ages 6-12
$24
Discovering Andy Warhol
In this teen workshop, students will study Andy Warhol, a leading figure of the Pop Art movement who transformed everyday objects into bold works of art through repetition and color variation. Students will explore how repetition, contrast, and color experimentation can change the meaning and visual impact of a single image. Using these concepts, students will create their own Pop Art–inspired paintings.
*I provide all high-end art supplies which are included in the cost, along with a take-home folder with notes/resources. Students will go home with a complete framed and matted masterpiece!
Saturday March14th, 2026
1:00pm - 3:00pm
In the Studio
Ages 12-18
$30
Discovering George Seurat
In this workshop, students will explore George Seurat, the French artist who pioneered pointillism. Seurat carefully studied how colors interact and how the eye blends them from a distance, transforming the way light and color were captured on canvas. Students will learn about his innovative approach and create their own pointillism-inspired artwork, experimenting with color, patience, and precision to bring their compositions to life.
*I provide all high-end art supplies which are included in the cost, along with a take-home folder with notes/resources.
Tues March 17th, 2026
9:30am - noon
In the Studio
Ages 8-12
$32
Registration Full
Discovering Paul Klee
Students will explore the artistic style of Paul Klee, learning how he combined geometry, color, and imagination in his designs. They will then apply these concepts in a hands-on project, creating their own art inspired by Klee’s inventive approach.
This class includes a watercolor tutorial practice session as well as the masterpiece workshop!
*I provide all high-end art supplies which are included in the cost, along with a take-home folder with notes/resources. Students will go home with a complete framed and matted masterpiece!
Workshop
Sat March 21st, 2026
10:30 - 12:00pm
In the Studio
Ages 6-12
$24
Discovering Claude Monet
In this 2 hour workshop, students will discover Claude Monet, the leader of the Impressionist movement and a bold innovator once criticized for breaking tradition. Known for capturing light, color, and atmosphere, Monet transformed how art portrayed the world. Students will explore his impressionist style and create their own Monet-inspired painting that celebrates light and atmosphere.
*I provide all high-end art supplies which are included in the cost, along with a take-home folder with notes/resources.
Workshop
Sat April 4th, 2026
10am - noon
In the Studio
Ages 8-12
$28
Registration Full
Discovering Pablo Picasso
Students will explore Cubism and the groundbreaking work of Pablo Picasso, learning how he transformed perspective and form. They will then create their own abstract paintings inspired by Picasso’s style, experimenting with geometric shapes, color, and composition.
*I provide all high-end art supplies which are included in the cost, along with a take-home folder with notes/resources.
Workshop
May, 2026
In the Studio
Ages 8-12
Registration Opening Soon
Foundations of Color
In this Skills Workshop, students will explore color theory through the color wheel and key vocabulary, then progress into experimenting with watercolor blending techniques. They will apply these concepts in a hands-on project, creating vibrant compositions that showcase their understanding of color relationships and techniques.
Workshop
In the Studio
Registration Opening Soon
Foundations of Drawing
This Skills Workshop introduces teens to the art of drawing through observation and simple sketching techniques. Students will learn how to translate what they see into line, shape, and form while exploring the basics of proportion and perspective. With a focus on seeing like an artist, this class builds confidence in sketching from life and lays the groundwork for future creative growth.
Workshop
In the Studio
Registration Opening Soon
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Plan a Private Workshop
Have a group of students eager to explore art together? I’d love to bring a hands-on workshop to your location or host your group in my studio for a special session. Whether you have a particular topic in mind or need a custom date and time, we can work together to create a fun, engaging, and educational art experience.