testimonials

“I found Grace's online watercolor workshop, this past spring, to be much more than I had expected and greatly beneficial. Each participant worked on their own painting subject rather than everyone doing the same thing. Grace has a special, rare skill and ability to focus on each of the participants different painting subjects. She takes the time to work with you on your individual approach and techniques to develop your unique skills. I strongly recommend taking a workshop offered by Grace as it will improve your work as an artist.” - Ken

“Grace is a wonderful teacher. She has the ability to meet each student where they are in their development as a watercolor painter.  Through demonstration and suggestion of methods she makes it possible for each student to reach further than they may have thought possible. My experience was in an online course that allowed for group sharing and discussion, and the most valuable one-on-one coaching on my own work.  I am continuing to be a better painter thanks to her.” - Michael

“I wasn't sure how a Zoom class would be at first. I went ahead though and took Grace's “Painting Alone Together” class at the Wethersfield Art Academy. I was pleasantly surprised! It was a wonderful class and I enjoyed being home and still able to take an art class. Grace helped me work through a couple of paintings I wanted to do. She encouraged me to work beyond my comfort zone and expand my watercolor painting.” - Becky

“Grace Scharr McEnaney is an accomplished artist, who excels in many aspects of the Watercolor medium. She has won many awards and garnered much recognition. I have been a student of Grace’s for more than five years. Truly the best part of learning from Grace is to have access to such a great artistic talent. As a teacher, Grace is patient and flexible. I was not new to Watercolor when I began with her, but she has encouraged me to expand my skills using a variety of techniques.  She has helped me develop my confidence and independence as an artist.  I, and I believe the other students, truly look forward to class, as it is not only a wonderful learning experience, but a totally pleasant experience too.”  - Maureen

“I found myself wanting to learn to paint in watercolor. About five years ago, by pure chance, I found Grace and have been awed by her knowledge and talent ever since. As a teacher she has the ability to guide one through a piece with such craft, that when it’s finished, one has such a sense of accomplishment. Her skill to understand what I as an artist need, plus what the piece being worked on needs, is a gift. I hope to continue learning from Grace for many years to come.” - MBW

ONGOING COURSES EXPLORE

Texture

The concept of texture is a never ending fascination for watercolorists. From stone, to wood, to peeling paint or rocks at the shore, texture is ever varied and challenging. In our classes we look for new ways to represent textures.

Although... "To be interested solely in technique would be a very superficial thing to me." Andrew Wyeth.

Nature

Smooth surfaces are a challenge for beginning and seasoned watercolorists alike. How do you paint a flower petal and make it look real, or a bird's feather, an autumn leaf, a weathered twig or the fur of a newborn calf?

"I have not tried to reproduce nature: I have represented it"...Paul Cezanne.