Painting Paradise - Art Experiences with Marionette - Art Classes for March and April 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 6   5:30pm to 8pm

Painting Party - Let It Glow Moon in Acrylics   $75

 

 

 

 

 

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

 

Unleash your inner artist as we explore the allure of the full moon over a Kauai seascape in this unique painting class.  We will be using fluorescent glow in the dark paints along with regular acrylic paints to make our scene illuminate once exposed to black lights.   It's fun to see how the scene changes under the different lights

 

 
 

Saturday, March 7   12 to 3pm

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.

  No drawing or painting experience needed.  Beginners are welcome! 

 

Wednesday, March 11   1 to 3pm

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, March 13   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, March 14   12pm to 4pm

Rainbow Eucalyptus Tree in Acrylics $75

 Paint your own rainbow eucalyptus tree on a large 8"x24" canvas.  

We will learn how to create the shapes and colors of this visually striking tree using acrylic painting techniques such as color mixing and layering.   When finished, you will have your own rainbow eucalyptus tree for your home! 

 

Sunday, March 15  1 to 3pm

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, March 20   5:30pm to 7:30pm

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! 

 

 

Saturday, March 21  12pm to 4pm

Upcycling Kauai Beach Debris into Abstract Art  $75

 I will show you how to transform beach plastics and netting collected by Kauai's Surfrider Foundation into functional abstract art.  Help clean up our beaches and create art at the same time!

 

 

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   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! 

 

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.

 

 

    PRIVATE LESSONS $75/hour

Private lessons are available on Wednesdays and Thursdays.   Please contact me by 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 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kauai Art Classes

Aloha and Welcome to Painting Paradise!  We offer classes in watercolors, acrylics, acrylic pouring, silk painting, gelli printing, encaustics, pastels, reverse acrylics, alcohol inks, Chinese brush painting and more!  Private Lessons and Art Parties are also available.  All supplies are included for every class.  Marionette aims to make each class fun, easy, and relaxing.  She has over 27 years of experience in watercolor painting and has been teaching at her Waimea art studio for over 10 years.  

Please call Marionette at (808) 631-9173 to reserve your space and to confirm your reservation.  Please note my NEW email address:  artbymarionette@yahoo.com  Mahalo!

Friday, Feb 1: 11am-1pm Watercolors - "Kauai Tree Tunnel" (at my studio)
Friday, Feb 1: 1pm-4pm Watercolors - "Cottage with Sunset" (at my studio)
Saturday, Feb 2: 11am-2pm Watercolors  (at my studio)
Friday, Feb 8: 11am-2pm Watercolors -  "Rainbow Sea Turtle" (at my studio)
Saturday, Feb 9: 1-3pm Acrylic Pouring Techniques (at my studio)
Thursday, Feb 14: 1-4pm Silk Painting (at my studio)
Friday, Feb 15: 1-4pm Acrylics on Canvas (at my studio)
Friday, Feb 22: 1-4pm Reverse Acrylics (at my studio)
Saturday, Feb 23: 1-3pm Encaustics - Painting with melted wax (at my studio)

Friday, March 1: 11am-1pm Watercolors -  "Rainbow Bamboo"  (at my studio)
Friday, March 1: 1pm-4pm Watercolors - "Hibiscus" (at my studio)
Saturday, March 2: 11am-2pm Watercolors  (at my studio)
Thursday, March 7: 11am-2pm Watercolors -  "Rainbow Sea Turtle" (at my studio)
Saturday, March 9: 11am-2pm Watercolors -  "Pineapple" (at my studio)
Friday, March 15: 11am-1pm Chinese Brush Painting (at my studio)
Saturday, March 16: 1-3pm Alcohol Inks on Yupo Paper (at my studio)
Friday, March 22: 11am-2pm Watercolors - "Tropical Leaves" (at my studio)
Saturday, March 23: 1-3pm Acrylic Pouring Techniques (at my studio)
Friday,  March 29: 1-4pm Silk Painting (at my studio)
Saturday, March 30: 1-4pm Reverse Acrylics (at my studio)
  

 Prices and Class Descriptions

ALL MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED FOR EACH CLASS!

Watercolors - "Cottage with Sunset" -  Paint a lovely, old fashioned plantation cottage surrounded by a tropical garden.  We will be exploring the techniques of masking, sponging, layering, blending, and building a sunset.  You will also learn how to paint colorful and whimsical palm trees. $45.

 

Acrylic Pouring Techniques -  Learn the secrets to making fabulous acrylic pours with lots of "cells" and color.  You will learn what kind of paints and additives to use that really work. We will be exploring several different techniques and everyone will be able to make many exciting pours. $65.

Encaustics - Painting with wax - Encaustics is a fun, hot wax painting technique.  You will learn how to create beautiful, tropical designs by painting with pigmented wax with a craft iron and stylus. Several techniques will be explored.   $65.  Please confirm with me by phone if you are coming to this class because space is very limited.

Chinese Brush Painting – Learn a modern approach to Sumi-e from Marionette as she demonstrates this beautiful, calligraphy-like art form.  You will learn about the traditional vs. modern materials to use as she guides you step-by-step through her creative and almost meditative process to paint bamboo, the wild orchid, and more.  $45.

Alcohol Inks on Yupo Paper -  Marionette will show you how to pour and maneuver the brightly colored alcohol inks onto smooth Yupo paper to create fun and exciting effects.  $65.

Watercolors (Open theme) - Choose to paint Hawaiian landscapes, tropical flowers, animals or a lovely plantation cottage. No drawing experience necessary. This class is great for beginners and all other painting levels.  All materials are included for the class.  Marionette aims to make this class FUN & EASY. $45.  

Silk Painting – Discover the secrets to silk painting while we create a lovely, tropical 30”x 30”silk piece to frame or wear. Anyone can do it! Beginners are welcome.  $65.

Reverse Acrylics on Plexiglass -   This is a very fun and challenging technique as you have to paint the details first and work your way to the background last.  Marionette will show you her secrets as she demonstrates the "reverse" way of how you would normally build a painting in acrylics.   $60.

Acrylics on Canvas - Marionette will introduce this amazing medium as she teaches her technique used to paint very colorful and life-like paintings on canvas. $55.

Watercolors - "Kauai Tree Tunnel" -  Create a one of a kind memory of Kauai as we paint together the famous Kauai Tree Tunnel!   We will be exploring the techniques of  layering, dry brushing, sponging, blending and more.  Great for beginners!  $45.

Watercolors - "Hibiscus" -  Paint along with me as we create a beautiful Hawaiian hibiscus.  You will learn several techniques to create the texture of the hibiscus petals along with shading techniques and colorful backgrounds  $45.

Watercolors - "Tropical Leaves" -  Hawaii is full of interesting and colorful tropical leaves. In this class you will learn many watercolor techniques to create vibrant and beautiful leaves and colorful backgrounds.  $45.

Watercolors - "Pineapple" -  Take home your own Hawaiian Pineapple as we paint together this fun subject.  We will be exploring the techniques of  layering, dry brushing, blending, popping color and creating interesting backgrounds. Great for watercolorists looking for something a little more challenging. Intermediate level $45.

Watercolors - "Rainbow Sea Turtle" -  Learn how to capture the personality of this Kauai sea turtle in a rainbow of colors.  We will be exploring the techniques of  layering, dry brushing, splattering, blending and more.  Great for beginners! $45.

Watercolors - "Rainbow Bamboo" -  In this class we will paint together a colorful bamboo painting.  Marionette will demonstrate several easy watercolor techniques including masking, shading, and blending. Great for beginners! $45.
 

Pupus and Picasso Painting Party! - It's all the rage on the mainland and now it's here on Kauai!  Join Marionette as she guides the whole group in a step-by-step original acrylic painting on canvas.  Any skill level is welcome!  She will also be serving some local style pupus, fruit, and cheese and will have water, juice and soda available to drink.  Feel free to BYOB or BYOW (bring your own wine).  Class fee is $65 per person with food or $55 per person without food. If you would like to book a private painting party with Marionette please contact her at 808-631-9173.  There is a minimum of three people per private painting party and you can choose from one of these subjects: Palm trees, Polihale Beach, Rooster, Bamboo or have Marionette come up with something fun just for you!  Finished painting size is 11"x14".

Plumeria Advanced Watercolor Techniques -  In this class we will paint together the delicate plumeria flowers of Kauai.  Marionette will demonstrate layering, shading, and background techniques necessary to build these colorful flowers.  *This class is only for those who have at least one year of experience in watercolor painting.  No beginners, please.  I am currently only offering this class as a private lesson.

Seascapes Advanced Watercolor Techniques -  In this class we will paint together waves, rocks, sea foam and more.  Marionette will demonstrate layering, shading, and other techniques.   *This class is only for those who have at least one year of experience in watercolor painting.  No beginners, please.  I am currently only offering this class as a private lesson.

Tropical Sunsets in Pastels – Join Marionette as she demonstrates her methods and materials to create a colorful, tropical pastel painting.  Focus will be on composition, drawing, layering, and color.   I am currently only offering this class as a private lesson.

Zen Doodle for Fun & Relaxation  - Learn how to turn doodles into a piece of art with this simple and easy process!   I am currently only offering this class as a private lesson.

Private Lessons - Any of Marionette's classes can be taught as a private lesson for $35 per hour (minimum of 2 hours).  Please call her at 808-631-9173 to check availability and set up an appointment.  Private lessons include all supplies.


About Marionette and Painting Paradise:

Nestled in historic Waimea Town on Kauai’s sunny west side, you will find Painting Paradise Art Gallery a working artist’s studio and gallery where Marionette teaches a variety of art classes. Specializing in watercolors, acrylics, silk painting, pastels, encaustics, and sumi-e, Marionette has discovered her true passion…teaching others that they can be artists too!

With an emphasis on fun, creativity, and relaxation, she makes every class easy for the beginner, intermediate, or advanced artist by providing all of the materials for each class. She will assess your abilities in art and customize the class to your special needs through demonstrations, easy drawing techniques, and will even reveal several artist “secrets”. Marionette will put you at ease as she works with you to explore, inspire, and jump start your creativity while you complete your own “masterpiece” as a special memory of your time on the Garden Island of Kauai.  Marionette has been painting professionally for over 20 years, and her works can be found in private and public collections around the world.  

 Reverse Acrylics on Plexiglass

 Acrylics on Canvas

 Silk Painting

 Watercolors