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Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Kauai Art Classes Paint and Sip with Marionette for October, and November 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:

  https://kauaiartinstruction.blogspot.com/

 

IN PERSON ART CLASSES ON KAUAI  

 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 

  🎃💜👻💚🦇💜🍭💚🧟‍♂️

 
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!!

 

Sunday, November 1   2 to 5 pm

 Leaf Printing in Acrylics  $75

 Have fun creating a tropical garden by learning how to print using the texture of actual leaves found around the island.  Then embellish using acrylic paints and acrylic markers.  Feel free to bring some of your own leaves that you find. No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

Friday, November 6   5 to 7 pm

 Paint & Sip - Tropical Ocean Sunset in Watercolors  $50 

 In this class you will learn how to create a vibrant ocean sunset that captures the magic of a Kaua‘i evening. First, we will build a colorful wet-on-wet sky while learning how to make clouds and a radiating sun. Next, we will learn techniques to paint the ocean and a rolling wave on the beach. Last, we will paint our mountains and add a few palm trees all while creating depth and texture. 

 

Saturday, November 7   1-3pm

 Pink Hibiscus in Watercolors  $50

  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.
 

Sunday, November 8   2 to 5pm

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, November 12   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, November 13   11am to 1pm

 Fantasy Flowers in Mixed Media  $50  

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.
 
 

Saturday, November 14   5 to 7 pm

 Paint & Sip - 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!
 

 

 Sunday, November 15  2 to 5pm

Makana Sunset in Acrylics  $75 

 Learn how to blend radiant purples, pinks, oranges, and golds into a dreamy sky, create soft wave textures in shimmering blues and peach tones, and shape the dramatic silhouette of Mt. Makana during the sunset.

  

Thursday, November 19   11am to 1pm

 Bird of Paradise in Watercolors  $50

 
In this class, we will explore luminous washes, confident brushstrokes, and the playful dance between water and pigment that gives watercolor its irresistible charm to create the colorful and exotic Hawaiian bird of paradise flower.

 

Saturday, November 21  2 to 5pm

Paint and Sip Watercolors at Cabana Bar and Grill in Poipu   $50



Sunday, November 22   2 to 4pm

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. 
 
 

Friday, November 27   11am to 1pm

 Plumeria Trio 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.

 

Saturday, November 28   1 to 3pm

Paint your own Mele Kalikimaka Ornaments  $30

Paint your own set of wooden Christmas ornaments inspired by Hawai‘i’s tropical charm.  You’ll learn easy brush techniques, color layering, and how to add those whimsical details that make each ornament shine. All supplies are provided, and you’ll leave with beautifully finished keepsakes ready to hang on your tree or gift to someone special.


Sunday, November 29   2 to 4pm

Mele Kalikimaka Themed Rock Painting  $30 

 Celebrate the holiday season with a fun, creative afternoon of painting festive Mele Kalikimaka 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!

 

 

 

 
 
  

 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 

 Student work:

 


 










 

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

Painting Paradise Kauai - Art Classes and Experiences with Marionette - April and May 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.

 
I am so excited to announce my first Guest Art Instructor!!! Erika is our island's Yoga Fairy Godmother! She will be guiding you on a spiritual journey with lots of exciting and inventive ways to incorporate art, aromatherapy, music, meditation and more for a fun transformational experience! To book a class with her, please text her at the phone number in the flyer. 
 

 

Friday, March 27   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party – Baby Sea Turtles in Mixed Media  $50

 

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

We’ll start with soft watercolor washes, then add definition and movement with pen work. Next, we’ll pop in highlights and vibrant accents using acrylics and markers. These little honu are full of personality, and our goal is to capture that spirit through layers of color, texture, and expressive detail.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

Sunday, March 29  12 to 2pm

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!

 

 

Saturday, April 4   12 to 2pm

Leaf Printing in Acrylics  $50

 

Have fun creating a tropical garden by learning how to print using the texture of actual leaves found around the island.  Feel free to bring some of your own leaves that you find.  Just keep them moist in a ziploc bag until ready to paint.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Friday, April 10   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party – Atmospheric Seascapes in Watercolor  $50

 

 

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

Working wet into wet we will create a soft and ethereal atmospheric seascape creating sky, ocean and Kauai's Na Pali Coast.  Then we will add a little detail to pull it all together.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

Saturday, April 11   Noon to 2pm

Seashell Magic with Petrina  $30  (Guest Art Instructor)


 Join us to magically transform large scallop shells roughly the size of your palm into home decor or additions to your plants or planters or where ever you may envision with paint and more.

Petrina is a well established artist on Kaua'i for over 35 years creating fashion and decor as well as teaching small art classes by request.  She loves sharing the aloha of the Garden Isle. 

 

Saturday, April 11   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party - Ocean Sunset in Watercolors $50


  Feel free to BYOB and I will have some snacks too!

In this class we will learn how to create a fun and exciting sunset over the ocean using watercolor paint.  

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Thursday, April 16   6 to 7:30pm

Life Drawing   $15 with own materials ($25 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, April 17   5:30 to 8pm

Painting Party – 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, April 18   12 to 2pm

 Hibiscus in Watercolors  $50

Learn how to paint a cheerful hibiscus blossom using watercolors.  I will show you how to layer and shade to make your hibiscus come to life!

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Sunday, April 19   1-3pm

Cyanotype Sun Printing  $30


Using cyanotype fabric and paper we will make photogram prints by placing objects onto the treated surfaces.  Objects that block the light like leaves, stencils, toys, tools, and more are used to create interesting shapes.  Come explore with me as we learn the techniques used in this fascinating print making process.  Feel free to bring objects you think would make interesting designs.  
 

 

Friday, April 24   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party – Bird of Paradise in Watercolors  $50

 

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

In this class, we will explore luminous washes, confident brushstrokes, and the playful dance between water and pigment that gives watercolor its irresistible charm to create the colorful and exotic Hawaiian bird of paradise flower.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

Saturday, April 25   4-6pm

Book signing Event with Author, Tari K. Vickery

The Emotional Side of Money 

 


 

Sunday, April 26   12-4pm

Kauai Seascapes Acrylics  $75

 
We’ll capture the drama and beauty of a crashing wave against the majestic Na Pali Coast in this acrylics painting class.  Towering cliffs, swaying palm trees, and the vivid hues of a tropical sky come to life on canvas as we explore expressive brushwork and color blending techniques.
 

 

Friday, May 1   5:30pm to 7:30pm

"May Day is Lei Day" Painting Party – Plumeria in Watercolors  $50


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

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! 

 

These photos are all student work from a previous class using a different reference photo.

 

Saturday, May 2   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. 🪄🔮

 

Sunday, May 3   11am to 2pm

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. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, you’ll leave with a canvas full of aloha and a deeper connection to the tropical paradise we call home.

 

 

Friday, May 8   5:30pm to 8pm

Painting Party - Let It Glow Acrylics - Celestial Edition (planets, stars & galaxies)   $75

 


(these photos are from the "Full Moon Edition") 

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

Step into a cosmic realm of creativity in Let It Glow - Celestial Edition.  This is a radiant acrylic painting class where your imagination takes flight among stars, planets, and swirling galaxies. Using glow-in-the-dark paints, you’ll craft celestial scenes that shimmer by day and come alive with luminous magic by night. No experience needed.  Just bring your curiosity and let your inner starlight shine. It's fun to see how the scene changes under the different lights

 

Saturday, May 9   2 to 4pm

Leaf Printing in Acrylics  $50

 

Have fun creating a tropical garden by learning how to print using the texture of actual leaves found around the island.  Feel free to bring some of your own leaves that you find.  Just keep them moist in a ziploc bag until ready to paint.

No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

 

Sunday, May 10   2 to 4pm

 Hibiscus in Watercolors  $50


 In this watercolor class, we’ll paint the native Hawaiian hibiscus. This blossom is filled with grace, mana, and quiet radiance. Using soft washes, glowing gradients, and delicate details, you’ll learn how to bring this beloved flower to life on paper, capturing its velvety petals and vibrant stamen against a dreamy, atmospheric background. This class is all about slowing down, tuning into the gentle rhythm of watercolor, and letting the spirit of Aloha guide your brush. 

 

Friday, May 15   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party - Ocean Sunset in Mixed Media $50

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

 In this mixed media class, we’ll paint a vibrant tropical beach on Kaua‘i using the dreamy flow of watercolors layered with the bold, expressive power of acrylics. You’ll learn how to blend soft washes for the sky and ocean, build glowing sunset hues, and add crisp acrylic details to bring the palms, waves, and shoreline to life. 

 

 

Saturday, May 16  2 to 4pm

Rainbow 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.

 

Sunday, May 17  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.  

 

Friday, May 22   5:30pm to 7:30pm

Painting Party - Kauai Rooster in Acrylics  $50

 

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

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.

 

Sunday, May 31  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. 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. 🪄🔮💖



 PRIVATE LESSONS $75/hour

Private lessons are available on Wednesdays and Thursdays.   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