Original watercolor paintings from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western NC

Watercolor Classes & Workshops | In-Person Near Boone, NC & Online


Learn. Feel. Create.


Welcome to Thistle Beinn Studio —  Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned painter looking to deepen your skills, I offer personalized watercolor instruction. Private lessons, small group classes, mobile Paint & Sip events, and online workshops are all available.

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Instruction

Private & Semi-Private Instruction

Learn watercolor in an intimate, unhurried setting — just you, or you and a friend, in my home studio just 15 minutes from Boone.

Gather

Workshops & Events

From small group studio classes to mobile Paint & Sip gatherings and seasonal resort programming, these sessions bring people together around the quiet joy of making art. All skill levels welcome.

Remote

Online Instruction

Personalized online instruction via video session, with free resources on my YouTube channel. Same wabi-sabi approach — from wherever you are.

Coming Soon

Online Workshops

Live virtual workshops are on the horizon. Join the waitlist for early access and founding-student pricing.

Connect

Not sure where to start?

Every student comes with a different background and a different dream. Reach out and I'll help you find the right fit — no pressure, just a conversation.

A note on location:

My home studio was damaged in Hurricane Helene and is currently being rebuilt. In the meantime, I'm offering private and semi-private instruction at your home or another agreed-upon location. Sessions beyond a 10-mile radius include a $25 travel fee, which will be confirmed with you before booking.