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Art and kids are natural companions. Susan's workshops are offered privately or through the Washington State Arts Commission's Teaching Artists (fromerly Artist in Residence) program.

Recycle, Re-create | K–12
Your art can help whales, salmon and ancient forests. 
Turn scraps into sculptures, use debris in drawings and 
paintings, transform discarded signs into banners.

Art: drawing, painting, sculpture; cubism, abstract 
sculpture, expressionism; Jacob Lawrence.

Interdisciplinary: geography, history, writing, graphic arts, 
environmental science, music.


ABC Delirious | K–12
How did the symbol for ox turn into the letter "A"? In this class, you'll learn how the symbols of ancient marks became contemporary letterforms, our 26-letter alphabet.

Then express yourself using the alphabet. Stretch and twist letters to express an emotion or an idea, and use your manipulated letters to write poems and stories. Compile your creative writing into a handmade book you’ll make in class.

Art: lettering art, oil, pastels, pen and ink

Interdisciplinary: language arts, social studies, visual arts


It’s All about Color | 4–12
Be dazzling! Discover the power of color in a series 
of painting lessons using color palettes, patterns and 
designs from Mexico, China, Japan and Africa.

Art: painting, drawing, collage.

Interdisciplinary: history, science, geography,
multicultural studies.


Art Portfolio Preparation
Portfolios are required for all art college admissions, art 
scholarships and career opportunities in visual arts. Learn how to organize and create an outstanding collection of 
your best work. You’ll also find out about exciting 
resources available to aspiring art students just like you.