General Information

Jessica is a passionate, thoughtful, and encouraging teacher who works to ensure that each student is given appropriate individual attention and consideration for personal growth. She received the 2018 Coeur d’Alene Mayor’s Award for the Arts in Education for her work with local youth.

Instruction is available for a wide range of abilities. While Jessica is not currently teaching at her studio, she is sometimes available to travel for group workshops, and she continues to offer a variety of online learning options.

Please be sure to read the details listed with each class before you register. Refunds are not always possible.

Jessica created her own series of video lessons. Many are free, some are paid, more are added from time to time. The free lessons are the perfect opportunity to discover whether Jessica’s teaching style is a good fit for you. Please watch a few before purchasing a paid lesson to ensure your satisfaction.

Embark on a six-month transformative journey into the world of watercolor landscapes. You'll experience an immersive and structured exploration designed to refine your skills and forge a deeper connection with this captivating medium. Engage in interactive group learning, receiving continuous feedback and guidance. During monthly live (online) sessions, immerse yourself in the process of a single painting, from conceptualization and composition development to planning, execution, and determining its completion. Between live sessions, there will be homework and personal feedback from Jessica. Delve into in-depth discussions covering composition, decision-making, and the intricate finishing touches in a painting. Participate in constructive group feedback sessions to enhance your art perception and self-assessment skills.

Dive into realistic painting with Jessica! Learn not just the how, but the why behind each detail, color, and perspective, moving seamlessly from fundamental concepts to advanced techniques. Create your own portfolio of landscapes! Includes lifetime access.