In this six week course we will learn about killer whales through the use of pencils and paint. Learn how to draw and watercolor killer whales as we work through familiarizing ourselves with their form and drawing them from different angles. Our final two classes will put everything we learned together into a final compositional piece.
6 virtual Zoom sessions with instruction by Sara Shimazu
Hand-poured watercolor paint set curated by Sara specifically for the class
Watercolor paper and brush (art supplies will be mailed to you approximately one month before the class begins)
Classes will be held on Zoom at 6:30 PM PST on the following Tuesdays in 2025:
October 14
October 21
October 28
November 4
November 11
November 18
The only prerequisite is a willingness to explore new artistic skills in a supportive group setting! No prior experience with watercolor is needed as Sara will cover basic techniques within the scope of the class.
Testimonials from The Art and Science of Southern Residents
"This was such a lovely class! I’ve enjoyed deepening my knowledge of SRKW through thorough but accessible lectures, personal stories about the whales, and drawing and painting. Monika, Amanda, and Sara fostered a supportive environment and made this class truly a pleasure. Thank you for my new hobby— I can’t stop painting orcas!"
"Absolutely loved this class! I didn’t think I had an artistic bone in my body, but Sara’s expert tuition worked wonders! It was so relaxing and therapeutic to draw and paint orcas; it taught me to always give everything a go!"
"Although I was initially a bit intimidated by the vulnerability of creating and sharing art with others, the instruction provided by Sara, as well as the unconditional support of our classmates, fostered a new outlet for connecting with our favorite whales on a deeper level. I could not recommend this course more."
Do you offer a payment plan?
Yes - please e-mail monika@orcabehaviorinstitute.org to arrange a custom payment plan.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancel by August 31 to receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. No refunds after September 1.
