Have you been wanting to get a brush in your hands and learn watercolor? Workshops and classes are a great way to dive in. We have lots of fun and don’t take things too seriously while learning the ins and outs of the medium. Even if you’ve never painted before, I promise, I got you. Whether it’s for some time to yourself or if you want to grab a friend, come on over. I’d love to have you!
*Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at The Studio: 1701 Colley Ave, Norfolk
Classes and Workshops
Current class offerings are listed below.
GROUP WoRkshops
Corporate / Team Building / Birthdays Showers /Group Creative Workshops
Interested in a workshop for your crew? These one time workshops are great for getting creativity flowing and for connecting with each other in a new creative way.
Kate loves to structure these events around your needs. Time for you to lead your team in other areas can be built in as well as time for birthday cake and gifts or whatever it is that your unique event calls for.
Contact Kate for more information.
This is a 4 week multi level watercolor class with a specific focus on seascapes. We will learn about the medium through various layering, blending and bleeding techniques that will keep you in the flow.
This is a supportive, no pressure class where you can come and learn new skills and build on the ones you already have.
No experience needed, all supplies provided.
April 28th - 19th
9:30-11:30 am
Kate Thomas Studio
1701 Colley Ave, NFK
This is a 4 week multi level watercolor class with a specific focus on seascapes. We will learn about the medium through various layering, blending and bleeding techniques that will keep you in the flow.
This is a supportive, no pressure class where you can come and learn new skills and build on the ones you already have.
No experience needed, all supplies provided.
April 28th - May 19th
6:30-8:30 pm
Kate Thomas Studio
1701 Colley Ave, NFK
This is a *4 week multi level watercolor class with a specific focus on the fundamentals of Watercolor. We will learn about the medium through various layering, blending and bleeding techniques that will keep you in the flow and get you familiar with how the paints work.
This is a supportive, no pressure class where you can come and learn new skills and build on the ones you already have.
No experience needed, all supplies provided.
April 29th - May 20th
9:30-11:30 am
Kate Thomas Studio
1701 Colley Ave, NFK
*Classes are typically 6 week classes, however this particular round is a short one.
This 2 day, 6 hour total, workshop is for those curious about bringing watercolors to the canvas surface. We will practice and play through guided washing and layering techniques.
You will have plenty of canvas to practice on as well as learn to stretch a small canvas yourself.
A working knowledge of watercolor is recommended for this workshop.
I have built a $12 supply fee into the cost to make it easy for you to just show up.
All supplies provided.
Sundays: April 19 & 26, 1pm-4pm
Seats are limited.
The Initiative Artist Mentorship Program
A 12 week guided mentorship for artists ready to create meaningful work and uncover their unique artistic voice
The Initiative is a 12 week, student driven studio experience designed to help you dive deep into your creative process and bring the art inside you to the surface. Over the course of the program, you will create a cohesive collection of work rooted in self expression. The experience culminates in a public student show where you will get to share your creations with others.
This is not a traditional class. It is a mentorship experience where I walk alongside you, offering guidance, insight, and encouragement as you explore your artistic voice. Together, we will work through journal prompts, expressive exercises, and one on one conversations to help you clarify your vision and direction. We will also cover practical aspects of being an artist such as how to price and display your work.
The Initiative is everything I wish I had when I was first finding my footing as an artist. It is a space where growth, exploration, and community come together.
The 2026 Initiative has wrapped. Application for the 2027 Initiative will begin early November 2026. Reach out for more information.
