Upcoming Workshops
Spring After School Art - AMS ONLY
This spring, we will study a variety art techniques and mediums in the visual art realm. Our exploration will be in 3 week sections.
Dry Medium
(3 Weeks)
We will do a variety of exercises and projects using pencil, charcoal and pastel, while implementing fundamental art elements.
Exploring Gouache & Watercolor
(3 Weeks)
We will examine these basic, yet sophisticated mediums while employing color theory and pigment mixing.
Acrylic Painting
(3 Weeks)
We will continue learning color theory and explore monochromatic paint systems. We will also pay special attention to brushwork, composition and study the styles of Impressionistic and Modern artists.
To Register, please:
Click the button below
Fill out out the form
Send $285 via Venmo payment to Michael-Anneke Swanson — @swany10012
(If you do not have Venmo, let me know in the email and we can discuss another form of payment)
Payment is due upon registration and is required to secure your spot.
Thank you and please reach out if you have any questions!
Creatively Yours, Anneke
Christmas Break Art Camp
Monday 12/16 & Tuesday 12/17 — 9:30am-12:30pm — Choose one or both days!
For the Veritas family — Since the break starts early, let’s fill the week with some Christmas cheer!
Activities include:
Painting on canvas
Ornament making
Decorating a picture frame
Christmas card making
Festive garland crafting
Merry Christmas Sign
A gift wrapped present to put underneath your tree
and more!
Located in Oak Hill (290W/Mopac) — Address will be provided after registration - I will also send an email with all the details the week before the camp begins!
Ideal for GS students of all ages! Ages 3 and up welcome!
BOTH DAYS - $125
JUST Mon 12/16 - $65
JUST Tues 12/17 - $65
To Register, please:
Click the button below
Fill out the info on the email
Send Venmo payment to Michael-Anneke Swanson — @swany10012
(If you do not have Venmo, let me know in the email and we can discuss another form of payment)
Payment is due upon registration and is required to secure your spot.
Thank you and please reach out if you have any questions!
2-Day End-of-Summer Art Camp
This is a one last hurrah art camp before school starts!
Let’s end the summer break with a SPLASH (a paint splash that is) !!!
Tuesday August 13th 9:00AM-12:00PM
Wednesday August 14th 9:00AM-12:00PM
(You can choose one day or both days)
We will spend two days making art and enjoying one last hurrah before school begins!
Activities include:
Free art creation time
Painting a sailboat
Abstract painting
Summer recap momentos
Making a pencil bag for school
Sprinkler
Popsicles
and more!
Ages 4 and up are welcome.
This is an in-person camp.
Location in Oak Hill. Specific address and details will be provided after registration.
The waiver will be emailed to you before the class begins.
2-Day Summer Camp
Wed May 29th 9:30AM-12:30PM and Thurs May 30th 9:30AM-12:30PM
Let’s kick off the summer break with a 2 day art-filled camp! We will spend two days making art and preparing for the summer fun to come!
You can choose a one option or the full camp (both days).
Ages 5 and up are welcome.
This is an in-person camp.
Location in Oak Hill. Specific address and details will be provided after registration.
You can view the waiver upon check out under Review & Purchase > Terms of Service. By completing registration, you are signing the waiver.
Boho Cacti Painting
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Inspired by Austin’s modern & eclectic style, this will focus on cacti with a boho theme. We will focus on warmer colors by adding different shades of green. This will be the most stylish piece yet! We will be painting on canvas.
Ages 5 and up.
This class is in-person.
Location in Oak Hill. Specific address and other details will be provided after registration.
*You can view the waiver upon check out under Review & Purchase > Terms of Service. By completing registration, you are signing the waiver.
Self-Portrait Painting
Saturday, April 13, 2024
In this class, students will draw and paint a self-portrait using mirrors. First, we will learn about drawing each facial element: eyes, ears, nose, mouth, face shape, etc. We will then apply that knowledge to painting a unique self-portrait. We will be painting on canvas.
Ages 5 and up.
This class is in-person.
Location in Oak Hill. Specific address and other details will be provided after registration.
*You can view the waiver upon check out under Review & Purchase > Terms of Service. By completing registration, you are signing the waiver.
Photo Cred: Freepik
Painting Wildflowers
Join me as I team up with Petals, Ink to paint on the flower farm!
This is an amazing opportunity to paint with acrylic on canvas using a gorgeous bouquet of flowers from the farm! Class will start with a brief tour of the farm including time to visit with the donkeys and take some photos in the fields. Back at the newly renovated studio, Anneke will guide us through setting up your composition and color mixing while you create your very own floral masterpiece using the fresh cut flowers of the farm as your inspiration. All artistic levels are welcome! Anneke wants to provide the space you need to feel confident, comfortable and joyful about your painting experience.
When: Sunday, March 24, 2024 10am-12:30am
Who: Especially for adult/child pairs with additional children and adults welcome. *child must be 10 years of age or older
Where: Grassdale, 10801 Schmidt Lane, Manor, TX 78653
Included in the cost or your ticket:
Families welcome and encouraged! Discount pricing for adult/child pairs with additional child and adult tickets available. Children must be aged 10 years and up.
Guided farm tour with Petals, ink. founder, Gretchen O’Neil
Opportunity to feed the donkeys and take photos in the flowers
A gorgeous farmers market bouquet to use as inspiration for painting class and to take home and enjoy. (*additional child ticket covers tour & painting supplies, only 1 bouquet per family included).
The use of all supplies needed to create your piece of art (brushes, paints).
Each person will have their own canvas to paint and take home.
**Wear comfortable clothing and closed toed, sturdy footwear. A liability release will need to be signed upon arrival and can be viewed and completed here in advanced.
We require 48 hours' notice if you are unavailable to attend the workshop. We do not offer refunds, but you will receive credit which can be used for a workshop on a different date or another product. No-shows are not eligible to receive credit.
Painting Sweets & Treats
Saturday, February 10, 2024
In this class, we will focus on tasty treats. Food is one of my favorite subjects to paint and draw, so we will create a delectable and whimsical painting, while still learning about value, form, color and texture! We will be painting on canvas.
Ages 5 and up.
This class is in-person.
Location in Oak Hill. Specific address and other details will be provided after registration.
*You can view the waiver upon check out under Review & Purchase > Terms of Service. By completing registration, you are signing the waiver.
Pattern Painting with Flowers
Saturday, March 23, 2024
In this class, we will use live flowers to create floral patterns. This class will focus on design, and how to mix color combinations to create an appealing floral design on canvas. Students will have the opportunity to arrange flowers with different colors, sizes and textures to influence his or her work. We will be painting on canvas!
Ages 5 and up.
This class is in-person.
Location in Oak Hill. Specific address and other details will be provided after registration.
*You can view the waiver upon check out under Review & Purchase > Terms of Service. By completing registration, you are signing the waiver.
Landscape Painting - Sound of Music Vibes
Saturday, January 27, 2024
In this class, we will paint a landscape inspired by The Sound of Music. We will learn about the fundamentals of composing a landscape painting while incorporating atmospheric perspective, color theory and composition. We will be painting on canvas!
Ages 5 and up.
This class is in-person.
Location in Oak Hill. Specific address and other details will be provided after registration.
*You can view the waiver upon check out under Review & Purchase > Terms of Service. By completing registration, you are signing the waiver.
Painting on Wood Panel 10/21
Saturday October 21st, 10:00-12:00PM
We will create a beautiful and unique painting on a wood panel. As each panel is different, each painting will be individualized per the artist.
We will walk through the process of painting on wood and have a professional piece to hang up!
This class is in-person
*Please note the increased rate due to higher cost of supplies
Location & additional info will be provided in an email before the class begins.
Open Studio - Friday After School
Friday After School, 10/6, 10/20, 11/3, 4:00-5:30PM
The studio will be open for students to create as they please! Materials will be available to make art during this time. During open studio, mediums might include painting, pastels, collage, oil pastels, charcoal and more!
This class is in-person.
When checking out, be sure to indicate which open studio times you will be attending!
Location & additional info will be provided in an email before the class begins.
Online Illustrative Drawing - Monthly
After School - One Tuesday/Month — 9/19, 10/17, 11/14, 12/5 — 4:15-5:30pm
This class will be recorded and can be viewed at a later date.
Join me online and draw with me! This is a drawing class with flair! We will learn about drawing techniques and fundamentals while drawing animals, humans, objects & architecture in an illustrative way. Some watercolor will be used, but mostly graphite pencil & colored pencils will be used.
The Zoom link, supply list and additional class resources will be emailed to you before the workshop begins.
The cost is per household (please do not share the Zoom link with anyone outside your family)
School Holiday Camp 10/9
Monday October 9th, 9:00-12:00PM
Enjoy the morning creating during the holiday. A variety of arts & crafts will be offered!
This class is in-person
*Please bring a substantial snack!
Location & additional info will be provided in an email before the class begins.
Online Comic/Graphic Novel Workshop
3 Saturdays 9:30-11:00AM — 9/16, 9/23, 9/30
This class will be recorded and can be viewed at a later date.
Is your child curious about writing and illustrating comics or graphic novels? We will explore story arc, layout, sketching thumbnails, character design and illustrating your comics. Your child can fully immerse themselves into the world of fiction that will hopefully inspire more ideas!
This is ideal for ages 8 and up.
The Zoom link, supply list and additional class resources will be emailed to you before the workshop begins.
The cost is per household (please do not share the Zoom link with anyone outside your family)
Online Friday Art Class - Watercolor 101
Friday July 28, 2023
Join me online for a watercolor class this summer! You can join from anywhere from the comfort of your own home or vacation!
We will learn about basic watercolor techniques and create a full painting together.
You don’t need any fancy materials…just some inexpensive watercolors and paper will do.
The Zoom link will be provided a few days before the class via email.
Materials Needed:
Watercolor Set - You probably already have one! If not, Amazon, Michael’s or even the grocery store should have one! Nothing fancy!
Watercolor Paper - Watercolor paper is ideal, but not required. My favorite for students is Strathmore, but is optional. You can also use card stock if you are not able to get watercolor paper
Paint brush
Cup for water
Paper towels or rag
Online Friday Art Class - Three Ways to Draw
Friday July 21, 2023
Join me online for a drawing class this summer! You can join from anywhere from the comfort of your own home or vacation!
We will learn to draw using three techniques including: realism, gesture and illustration.
All you need is paper and a pencil!
The Zoom link will be provided a few days before the class via email.
3-Day Summer Art Camp
Kick off the summer with this 3-day summer camp where we will be painting flowers and learning from Georgia O’Keeffe and other famous painters.
Dates include:
Tuesday May 30th
Wednesday May 31st
Thursday June 1st
Ideal for ages 5 and up
A typical day will look like this:
9am - Arrival - play
9:15am - Warm up art project
10:00am - Main painting project
11:00am - Snack & play games
11:30am - Finish artwork & clean up
12pm - Pick up
Location is in SW Austin - exact location will be provided after registration.
(If you cannot make all 3 days, but still want to join, email me to sign up a la carte for the sessions you are able to attend.)
Color Art Class
Sunday May 14th - 1:00-3:00pm
In this art workshop, students will join me in exploring color! This includes how colors interact, mix and work together to form new colors. Students will have several painting activities including creating a color wheel, painting complimentary color squares and a time to free paint using the new skills learned from the class. Students will leave seeing color differently!
Ages 5 and up
Location is in SW Austin - exact location will be provided after registration.
2-Day Spring Break Art Camp
Let’s break out the paints and make a mess for this spring break art camp! Students will have the opportunity to create, explore and paint while you take a break!!
This camp is designed for students who need a mental break from the classroom to let loose and have fun. My bluebonnets will be in full bloom, so we will have some fun with those too!
Dates include: March 15 & 16
Ideal for ages 6 and up
A typical day will look like this:
9am - Arrival - play
9:15am - Warm up art project
10:00am - Main painting project
11:00am - Snack & play games
11:30am - Finish artwork & clean up
12pm - Pick up
Location is in SW Austin - exact location will be provided after registration.
(If you cannot make both days, but still want to join, one day options are available).
Christmas Card Making Workshop
Let’s get in the holiday spirit and make some beautiful cards! Each student will have the opportunity to make 20 cards to pass out to classmates, teachers, friends & family. Envelopes will also be provided too!
These will be one-of-a-kind, handmade & well-made!
Ages 5 and up welcome
The location will be provided after registration, and again in an email before the class begins.
Drawing Animals
This is a Saturday morning class on November 12th from 9-11AM
We will explore basic drawing techniques such as line, value, form, and apply these to learning how to draw animals and habitats
We will look at several animal themes:
Woodland Animals
Sea Creatures
Desert & Savannah Animals
Jungle & Rainforest Animals
This class will also incorporate elements of story-telling and character development.
Ages 5 and up welcome
The location will be provided after registration, and again in an email before the class begins.
Please make sure to read the cancellation/refund policy in the FAQs section.
The Joy of Autumn 4-Week After School Class
This is a 4-week class every Thursday afternoon. The dates for this class include: October 6, 13, 20, 27
Spend 4 class sessions exploring the season of autumn through a new lens. Imagine a low setting sun with an amber glow, bright red apples fresh off the vine or the crunch of brown leaves gently floating through the crisp air! The art pieces we create will embody the essence of fall in a beautiful and intricate way.
We will also discuss some historic famous artists such as Van Gogh and Cezanne who both contributed to the enchanting feeling of fall with their paintings!
Ages 5 and up welcome
The location will be provided after registration, and again in an email before the class begins.
Please make sure to read the cancellation/refund policy in the FAQs section.
Saturday Morning Bookmaking Workshop
Students will create a new character from start to finish, then begin the process of writing a story. Students can also choose a graphic novel format.
Materials will be provided to make an entire book. Writing proficiency is not required. This class is for any child who loves to read and make up stories. Only an imagination is needed!
Ages 5 and up welcome
The location will be provided after registration, and again in an email before the class begins.
Little Travelers Art Camp
SUMMER CLASS
Thursday July 21, 2022, 9-12PM
We will spend day the creating art inspired by all things travel! Planes, trains and RVs! We will explore fun and beautiful destinations, and even photographs from your travel will be requested for our projects!
$50 for a single day (per child)
This class caps off at 10 students/day.
Ages 4-11
Location is in SW Austin in Oak Hill. The address will be provided upon registration.
In the Garden 2 Day Art Camp
SUMMER - 2 DAY CLASS
Wednesday-Thursday June 15-16, 2022, 9-12PM
We will spend 2 days exploring art with a garden theme. Dirty, soil, gardening tools, flowers, plants & veggies will all be a part of this camp. Drawing, painting and collage will be included in these art classes!
You can choose both days or just one day.
$50 for a single day (per child)
$90 for both days (per child)
This class caps off at 10 students/day.
Ages 4-11
Location is in SW Austin in Oak Hill. The address will be provided upon registration.
A Fiesta of Color
SUMMER CLASS
Wednesday June 1, 2022
This class will be all about COLOR!! We will take a deeper look at color concepts with lots of painting and collage.
Open for Ages: 3-5 and 6-11
We will have an art helper so we can accommodate a full range of age groups.
This class caps off at 10 students.
Location is in SW Austin in Oak Hill. The address will be provided upon registration.
Blue + Aqua Ocean Theme Workshop
Inspired by the colors blue + aqua, we will study oceans using a variety of mediums while creating some fabulous art projects!
Location is in SW Austin in Oak Hill. The address will be provided upon registration.
4 Week After School Class - Every Friday
For this 4 week study, we will focus on art elements and drawing techniques. This class is for anyone who wants to improve his or her drawing skills. Classes will be an hour and a half to give us plenty of time dig deeper into drawing mechanics.
Class dates are as follows: 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13
Location is in SW Austin in Oak Hill. The address will be provided upon registration.
A Green Study of Trees
Inspired by greens, we will do a deep study of trees and the forest floor. We will make lots of projects using a variety of mediums and materials.
Location is in SW Austin in Oak Hill. The address will be provided upon registration.
Orange + Red, Wildflower Workshop
Inspired by orange + red and Texas wildflowers!!! We will paint from life using real flowers for a colorful experience!
Location is in SW Austin in Oak Hill. The address will be provided upon registration.