Kauai Art Classes with Marionette in Puhi for September and October 2026

 Aloha and welcome to the "NEW" Painting Paradise!! 

If you would like to reserve your space in a class, please email Marionette at artbymarionette@yahoo.com or call or text her at 808-631-9173 because seating is limited.  Payment will be handled during the class.   

Painting Paradise is located in Lihue at the Puhi Industrial Center at 1824 Haleukana St. - front unit.

 

NEW!  Live Online Zoom Classes with Marionette!  Now you can get your art experience from anywhere in the world via Zoom!  For more info go to:

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IN PERSON ART CLASSES ON KAUAI  

Friday, September 4   1 to 3pm

Rainbow Bamboo in Watercolor  $50

 In this watercolor class, students paint radiant bamboo in a rainbow of hues, learning to balance color harmony and light. 

 

 

 

Saturday, September 5   5 to 7pm

Paint & Sip -Tropical Yellow Hibiscus in Watercolor  $50

 

Discover the luminous beauty of Kaua‘i’s hibiscus in this gentle watercolor session. You’ll learn how to blend warm yellows, oranges, and reds into soft petals that glow against a breezy blue sky.

 

Sunday, September 6   1 to 3pm

Mangoes in Watercolor  $50

 

Learn wet‑into‑wet blends, build sun‑kissed gradients, and practice shaping plump, glowing forms that feel ready to pick. This is a  relaxed, tropical class perfect for anyone who loves vibrant color and island mangoes.

 

Wednesday, September 9   10am to Noon

 Baby Sea Turtles with Bubbles in Mixed Media  $50

Paint these cute swimming baby sea turtles using watercolors, acrylic pens, and bubbles!  That's right, bubbles!  I will show you how to make a fun background using bubbles.  Easy and fun!!

 

 

Friday, September 11   1 to 3pm

Kauai Cottage in Watercolor  $50

 

In this class, you’ll learn how to blend warm sky gradients of orange, pink, and violet for a glowing backdrop, layer lush greens with loose brushwork to capture the feeling of tropical foliage, and paint soft washes and crisp edges to define the house’s structure while keeping a relaxed watercolor flow.

Saturday, September 12   5 to 7pm

Paint & Sip - Let it Glow - Rainbow Eucalyptus Tree   $50

 

We will be using fluorescent glow in the dark paints along with regular acrylic paints to make our rainbow eucalyptus trees illuminate once exposed to black lights.   It's fun to see how the scene changes under the different lights.

 

 

Sunday, September 13   1 to 4pm

Tropical Na Pali Coast in Acrylics  $75

 This class invites you to step into the breathtaking beauty of Kaua‘i’s most iconic shoreline. With vibrant island colors and expressive brushstrokes, you’ll paint swaying palms, turquoise waves, and the majestic cliffs of the Na Pali Coast bathed in sunset light. 

 

 

Thursday, September 17   5 to 7pm

Life Drawing   $20 with own materials ($30 if you need drawing materials)

 This is an exciting opportunity to practice your drawing and sketching skills with a live model!  Instruction will be limited as I need to brush up on my drawing skills too, but I will provide some ideas and pointers for beginners.    

 

 

Friday, September 18   1 to 3pm

Colorful Ocean in Acrylics  $50

 Learn to blend acrylic paint to create a vibrant sky and ocean and then add texture by creating waves and fluffy clouds.  We will be painting on a 9"x12" canvas.  Fun and easy for anyone!

 

 

 

Saturday, September 19   5 to 7pm

Paint & Sip - Baby Sea Turtles with Bubbles in Mixed Media  $50

Paint these cute swimming baby sea turtles using watercolors, acrylic pens, and bubbles!  That's right, bubbles!  I will show you how to make a fun background using bubbles.  Easy and fun!!

 

Sunday, September 20   1 to 3pm

International Day of Peace Rock Painting Event  -  FREE

Come and paint a rock with a message or image inspired by the International Day of Peace which is tomorrow, September 21.  First rock is free.  You can then use it to start a peace rock garden, gift it to someone who needs peaceful energy, use it as a prompt for a journaling exercise, or pay it forward to a random stranger just to name a few of the ways to celebrate this special day.

 

 Sunday, October 4    1 to 4pm

Colorful Hibiscus in Acrylics  $75 

Paint a vibrant hibiscus and learn bold color blending and expressive brushstrokes to bring this exotic flower to life. You’ll learn easy techniques for layering, creating lush leaves, and building a colorful background.

 

 Friday, October 9    5 to 7pm

Paint & Sip - Beached Turtle in Watercolors  $50 

This watercolor class invites students to explore gentle washes, vibrant blends, and expressive color play while painting a joyful sea turtle. You’ll learn simple layering techniques, how to create luminous hues, and how to let the paint flow to capture movement and personality. It’s a relaxed, beginner‑friendly session designed to spark creativity and celebrate the magic of ocean life.

 

Saturday October 10  1 to 4pm

Plumeria in Watercolors  $50

 

In this class, you’ll learn how to create smooth shading, delicate transitions, and make each blossom feel sun‑kissed and alive. Perfect for beginners and seasoned painters alike, this session is all about color, flow, and the joyful spirit of island flowers.

 

Sunday October 11  1 to 4pm

Na Pali with Whale Tail  in Acrylics  $75

 

Learn how to create playful waves, misty emerald mountains, and a vibrant sunset sky. Then finish with a graceful whale tail rising from the ocean.  You’ll learn easy techniques for blending colors, shaping movement in the water, and creating atmospheric light in the sky. It’s beginner‑friendly, joyful, and perfect for anyone who loves island landscapes and expressive brushwork.

 

Thursday, October 15   5 to 7pm

Life Drawing   $20 with own materials ($30 if you need drawing materials)

 This is an exciting opportunity to practice your drawing and sketching skills with a live model!  Instruction will be limited as I need to brush up on my drawing skills too, but I will provide some ideas and pointers for beginners.    

 

 

Friday, October 16   Noon to 2pm

Morning Kauai Beach in Watercolor  $50

Learn to paint luminous tropical skies, swaying palms, and sparkling ocean waves. Perfect for beginners and seasoned artists alike, this session guides you through simple techniques that create vibrant color,  and long shadows.

 

  Saturday, October 17  5 to 7pm

Paint & Sip - Humpback Whale in Acrylics  $75 

Paint a breaching whale bursting from vibrant ocean waves beneath a dreamy Kaua‘i sky. You’ll learn easy blending techniques for water, movement, and sunset colors while building confidence with expressive brushstrokes. 

 

Sunday, October 18   1 to 3pm

Halloween Themed Rock Painting  $30 

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Celebrate the spooky season with a fun, creative afternoon of painting festive Halloween rocks. I’ll provide lots of cool supplies and share painting tips and ideas to spark your imagination. Once your masterpiece is complete, we’ll seal the rocks so they’re weather‑ready and long‑lasting. Easy, relaxing, and perfect for all ages! Come paint, laugh, and create something delightfully spooky to take home.

 

Friday, October 23   5 to 7 pm

 Paint & Sip - Kauai Rooster in Acrylics  $50

 

Join me in painting a cute and spunky Kauai Rooster in colorful acrylic paints on canvas. Learn the brushstrokes used to create colorful and expressive feathers and other features.

 

Saturday, October 24   12 to 2pm

Sugar Skulls in Acrylics  $50  ($40 if you come dressed in your Halloween costume)

Halloween themed snacks and music will add to the fun  🎃💜👻💚🦇💜🍭💚🧟‍♂️ 

Celebrate the season by painting your very own Sugar Skull on canvas with acrylic paints.  I will also have lots of fun ways to accessorize your creation - glitter paint, decorative gems, beads, and more!   Easy and fun!!

 

Sunday October 25  1 to 4pm

Baby Sea Turtles in Acrylics  $75

 In this class you’ll paint three baby honu making their first journey to the ocean. You’ll learn easy blending for a glowing sunset sky, soft waves, and textured sand, plus step‑by‑step guidance to bring each tiny turtle to life.

 

Thursday, October 29   5 to 7pm

Life Drawing   $20 with own materials ($30 if you need drawing materials)

 This is an exciting opportunity to practice your drawing and sketching skills with a live model!  Instruction will be limited as I need to brush up on my drawing skills too, but I will provide some ideas and pointers for beginners.    

 

Friday, October 30   1 to 3 pm

 Full Moon Over Kauai in Watercolors  $50

 Paint the magic of a moonlit island night in this gentle watercolor class inspired by Kaua‘i’s serene beauty. We’ll capture the glowing full moon, soft tropical clouds, shimmering reflections on the water, and the peaceful silhouettes of palms and an island cottage.

 

Saturday, October 31   5 to 7pm

Glow in the Dark Sugar Skulls in Acrylics  $50  ($40 if you come dressed in your Halloween costume)

Paint and Sip!  Halloween themed snacks and music will add to the fun  🎃💜👻💚🦇💜🍭💚🧟‍♂️

Celebrate Halloween Evening by painting your very own Sugar Skull on canvas with glow in the dark acrylic paints.  I will also have lots of fun ways to accessorize your creation - glitter paint, decorative gems, beads, and more!   Easy and fun!!

 

 PRIVATE LESSONS $75/hour for one student or $50/per hour per person for 2 students.

Please contact me by text or email to set yours up!

 

I will be adding more classes as supplies come in and/or I finish experimenting with new class ideas.  Let me know if there is a particular kind of class you would like to do by sending me an email. 

If you would like to reserve your space in a class, please email, call, or text me (info below) because seating is limited.  Payment will be handled during the class.   

Painting Paradise is located in Lihue at the Puhi Industrial Center at 1824 Haleukana St. - front unit.

 

Much Aloha,

Marionette 

808 631 9173 

artbymarionette@yahoo.com

https://linktr.ee/artbymarionette 

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Kauai Art Classes and Workshops with Marionette in Lihue June and July 2026

 If you would like to reserve your space in a class, please email me at artbymarionette@yahoo.com or call or text me at 808-631-9173 because seating is limited.  Payment will be handled during the class.   

Painting Paradise is located in Lihue at the Puhi Industrial Center at 1824 Haleukana St. - front unit.

 

Thursday, June 4   5 to 7pm

Life Drawing   $20 with own materials ($30 if you need drawing materials)

 This is an exciting opportunity to practice your drawing and sketching skills with a live model!  Instruction will be limited as I need to brush up on my drawing skills too, but I will provide some ideas and pointers for beginners.   

Friday, June 5   5:30 to 7:30pm

 Paint & Sip - Fantasy Flowers in Mixed Media  $50 

 

  Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

 

Using a joyful mix of watercolors, acrylics, pens, markers, and more, you’ll learn how to layer textures, build magical color transitions, and add enchanting details that make your flowers feel alive with personality and mana.

  No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

Saturday, June 6   1 to 4pm

Baby Sea Turtles in Acrylics  $75

In this class you’ll paint three baby honu making their first journey to the ocean. You’ll learn easy blending for a glowing sunset sky, soft waves, and textured sand, plus step‑by‑step guidance to bring each tiny turtle to life.

Sunday, June 7   2 to 4pm

Make Your Own Magic Wand Paintbrush   $55

 ✨ Make Your Own Magic Wand Paintbrush is a joyful, mystical workshop where creativity meets enchantment! In this hands-on experience, you’ll transform everyday materials into a one-of-a-kind magical wand. We will infuse it with the radiant energy of Kaua‘i and the heart-opening spirit of ALOHA. As we create, we’ll charge our wands with intention, imagination, and island mana, so they become tools not just for painting, but for creating more magic in the world. Whether you’re a child at heart or a full-fledged art sorceress, this is your invitation to craft beauty, joy, and wonder into every brushstroke. 🪄🔮

 

Friday, June 12  5:30-7:30pm

 Paint & Sip - Pink Hibiscus in Watercolors  $50

  

Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

 

We’ll paint a soft, glowing pink hibiscus, capturing its velvety petals and the gentle curves that make this blossom so iconic. Using flowing washes, subtle gradients, and expressive brushwork, you’ll learn how to create depth and light to bring your hibiscus to life.

 

 

Saturday, June 13  12-2pm

 Plumeria in Watercolors  $50

 

In this class, we’ll explore how to make these flowers feel luminous on the page by mastering smooth shading, subtle gradients, and the delicate transitions that give plumeria its signature radiance. You’ll learn how to blend warm yellows into soft pinks, how to create velvety shadows that make each petal curl with life, and how to create a colorful background.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

 

Saturday, June 20  Noon to 4pm

Open Studio Painting Day   Free

 This is a free event.  Just bring your own art supplies and a project to work on.  Spend the afternoon talking story with other artists while you have fun painting, drawing, or crafting.  Light Refreshments will be served.  Only 8 spaces available.  

 

Sunday, June 21   1 to 4pm

Ocean Sunset in Acrylics  $75

 Paint a serene Kaua‘i ocean sunset, blending glowing pinks, golds, and soft blues to create a sky filled with warmth and movement. You’ll learn easy techniques for shaping gentle waves, adding reflections, and building the dramatic silhouette of the mountains along the shore.

 

Thursday, June 25   12 to 3pm

Baby Sea Turtles in Acrylics  $75

In this class you’ll paint three baby honu making their first journey to the ocean. You’ll learn easy blending for a glowing sunset sky, soft waves, and textured sand, plus step‑by‑step guidance to bring each tiny turtle to life.

Friday, June 26   5:30pm to 7:30pm

 Paint & Sip - Watercolor Cottage with Pen and Ink  $50

 Bring a sweet plantation cottage and proud Kaua‘i rooster to life using loose washes and expressive linework. First, we’ll lay in soft watercolor layers to capture the breezy palms, bright sky, and lush greenery. Then we’ll add pen‑and‑ink details to define the cottage’s character, the textures of the palms, and the rooster’s playful personality.

 

Saturday, June 27   2 to 4pm

Life Drawing   $20 with own materials ($30 if you need drawing materials)

Sunday, June 28  2-4pm

Rock Painting  $30

 Join in on this trending fad of painting rocks and then hiding them for others to find!  I will have lots of cool supplies available and will give you painting tips and suggestions. We will then seal the rocks to make them weather resistant.  I will also suggest what you can do with your rocks once you are finished. 

Easy to do and all ages are welcome!

 

Friday, July 3  5:30-7:30pm

 Paint & Sip - Rooster at the Beach in Watercolors  $50

Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

 

Join me in painting a cute Kauai Rooster on the beach. Learn the brushstrokes and techniques used to create colorful and expressive feathers, clouds, ocean, and sand.

 

Sunday, July 5  10am to 4pm

Paint Your Inner Goddess Workshop - Mixed Media  $125

 

 Step into a sacred space of self-discovery and artistic enchantment as we begin by exploring the Divine Feminine and Goddess Archetypes through soulful journaling and talking story. We’ll reflect on symbolism, mantras, and the mystical energies that shape our inner world. After nourishing our spirits with a light Goddess-inspired snack, we’ll enter a gentle meditation to awaken our creative flow. Then, with brushes in hand and hearts wide open, we’ll paint our Inner Goddess—or Goddesses—infusing each stroke with the mana of Kaua‘i and the magic of our own sacred stories.

 

Friday, July 10   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Paint & Sip -Ocean Sunset in Watercolor $50

Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

 

We will paint a vibrant tropical beach on Kaua‘i using the dreamy flow of watercolors  You’ll learn how to blend soft washes for the sky and ocean, build glowing sunset hues, and add crisp details to bring the palms, waves, and shoreline to life. 

 

Saturday, July 11  1 to 4pm

Kalalau Valley in Acrylics  $75

 

 This class invites you to step into the breathtaking beauty of Kaua‘i’s most iconic lookout. With vibrant island colors and expressive brushstrokes, you’ll paint the majestic cliffs of the Na Pali Coast. This class is all about capturing the rhythm, serenity, and mana of the islands while letting your creativity flow freely. 

 

Thursday, July 16   5 to 7pm

Life Drawing   $20 with own materials ($30 if you need drawing materials)

 This is an exciting opportunity to practice your drawing and sketching skills with a live model!  Instruction will be limited as I need to brush up on my drawing skills too, but I will provide some ideas and pointers for beginners.   

 

Friday, July 17  4 to 6pm

Sea Turtle in Watercolors  $50

  

 In this watercolor class, we’ll bring a sea turtle to life in a radiant rainbow of colors, celebrating the joy, movement, and aloha that honu symbolize. We will learn about painting flowing washes, layering, and experimenting with unexpected hues.  By the end, you’ll have a rainbow honu that glows with heart, harmony, and pure artistic fun.

 

Saturday, July 18  1 to 4pm

Tropical Na Pali Coast in Acrylics  $75

 

This class invites you to step into the breathtaking beauty of Kaua‘i’s most iconic shoreline. With vibrant island colors and expressive brushstrokes, you’ll paint swaying palms, turquoise waves, and the majestic cliffs of the Na Pali Coast bathed in sunset light. This class is all about capturing the rhythm, serenity, and mana of the islands while letting your creativity flow freely. 

 

Sunday, July 19  2-4pm

Rock Painting  $30

 Join in on this trending fad of painting rocks and then hiding them for others to find!  I will have lots of cool supplies available and will give you painting tips and suggestions. We will then seal the rocks to make them weather resistant.  I will also suggest what you can do with your rocks once you are finished. 

Easy to do and all ages are welcome!

 

Friday, July 24   5:30pm to 7:30pm

 Paint & Sip - Cottage on the Beach Watercolor  $50

Paint a tropical shoreline complete with swaying palms, turquoise waves, and a charming island beach cottage.  Students will explore flowing washes, gentle gradients, and expressive brushwork to capture the warmth, light, and aloha spirit of this peaceful coastal scene. 

 

Saturday, July 25  1 to 4pm

Trashy Goddess - Recycled Beach Trash and Acrylics  $75

 

The vibe of this class is eco-chic, and unapologetic fun!  We will give beach trash a glamorous glow-up while channeling our inner divine Goddesses.  Using beach debris found by the Kauai Surfrider foundation (or bring some you have collected for that personal touch), we will create a silhouette of a goddess and then adorn her with colorful beach plastics and netting.  The final touch will be to add some eco-friendly, empowering affirmations!

 

Sunday, July 26  2 to 4pm

Lobster Claw Heliconia in Watercolors  $50

 

 Paint a bold heliconia while exploring flowing washes, bold tropical color, and techniques for capturing the dramatic shapes and luminous contrasts of this island bloom. 

 

 

Thursday, July 30   5 to 7pm

Life Drawing   $20 with own materials ($30 if you need drawing materials)

 This is an exciting opportunity to practice your drawing and sketching skills with a live model!  Instruction will be limited as I need to brush up on my drawing skills too, but I will provide some ideas and pointers for beginners.   

 

Friday, July 31   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Paint & Sip - Hibiscus in Watercolor $50

Friday nights are Painting Party nights!  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

 

In this watercolor class, students will paint a vibrant hibiscus bursting with tropical color and island warmth. Together we’ll explore soft blending, luminous washes, and expressive brushwork to capture the glowing petals, bold stamen, and rich background hues.

 

 PRIVATE LESSONS $75/hour

Please contact me by text or email to set yours up!

 

I will be adding more classes as supplies come in and/or I finish experimenting with new class ideas.  Let me know if there is a particular kind of class you would like to do by sending me an email. 

If you would like to reserve your space in a class, please email, call, or text me (info below) because seating is limited.  Payment will be handled during the class.   

Painting Paradise is located in Lihue at the Puhi Industrial Center at 1824 Haleukana St. - front unit.

 

Much Aloha,

Marionette 

808 631 9173 

artbymarionette@yahoo.com

https://linktr.ee/artbymarionette