Growing up in the Northeast, close to the Atlantic ocean, I was struck at an early age by the beauty and power of the natural world. I painted with Martin R. Ahearn, a member of the American Watercolor Society. I earned a BFA at Syracuse University, N.Y. This provided the foundation for my artistic core… Read More

Irina emigrated from Moscow, U.S.S.R. in 1977. Her artistic roots date back to her grandfather who painted sets for the Bolshoi Theater. Irina’s love for nature, animals and dramatic lighting has influenced her evolution as an artist. She has a BS in Environmental Design from UC Davis. Irina currently lives in Woodinville, WA with her… Read More

Susan is the co-founder and former Executive Director of the Northwest Art Center. She is currently taking a break from teaching monthly classes and is gearing up to pour her passion into leading another year of Artist’s Way. Stay tuned to our website for more information! In her own words: One of life’s certainties is… Read More

Melanie began working with clay in 1994 and continues to be fascinated and inspired by its infinite possibilites.  Initially, she mostly worked on the pottery wheel but when she began teaching in 2003, she explored the many methods of handbuilding and sculpting as well.  Working with clay is such a tactile medium and Melanie loves… Read More

Melody is taking a break for Fall 2019 classes for the first time in years from teaching regular monthly classes but will fill in as needed as a substitute teacher. Melody was born to a family of artists. While growing up, weekend art shows and museums were the norm, heavily influencing her choice to pursue… Read More

Robin is a certified art teacher and potter from South Carolina. She is enjoying the opportunity to meet and work with other artists and art students on the West Coast. Robin received her bachelors in Fine Arts from Clemson University, with a concentration in ceramics. She then went on to receive her Masters of Art… Read More

Terri, along with her husband, sons, and cats, has lived in Duvall for 6 years and loved every moment of it.  She most enjoys the community of artists that have become her friends and advocates and for whom she is endlessly grateful. Terri began with formal studio training at the age of 10, moving from… Read More

Laura has over 25 years of professional experience in illustration, graphic design, and computer graphics. She received a master of arts in Computer Graphics and a bachelor of arts in Design Graphics from the New York Institute of Technology. She is the owner of Lake Joy Design and loves designing logos and print media for… Read More

Christine is currently focusing on her Master’s in Education and is taking a break from teaching at NWAC.  She taught a variety of classes including Street Art and is working on launching a teen workshop series. Christine earned her Bachelor in Fine Arts and is currently working on her Masters in Education in hopes of… Read More