You've mixed the colors. You've found the light and shadow. Now let's put it all together — and paint a face! On Wednesday, August 19 (10:30–12:30) at Palace Art in Capitola, Lisa Bennett of Artist Amanti will provide pre-drawn faces so you can focus entirely on the magic of watercolor — building tone, depth, and luminous skin right on the page. (New to the series? You're still very welcome — this class is pure joy from start to finish.) All materials provided. All ages and abilities warmly welcome! Cost: $30, includes all materials Click here to register About Lisa Bennett Lisa Bennett is…
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Did you know skin isn't just peach or brown? It's gold, purple, green — and that's what makes a portrait glow. On Wednesday, July 15 (10:30–12:30) at Palace Art in Capitola, join Lisa Bennett of Artist Amanti as we explore values and skin tones — the secret ingredient that transforms flat paint into a living face. (Took June's color mixing class? You're going to love seeing your new skills in action.) You won’t find a workshop like this anywhere else! All materials provided. All ages and abilities warmly welcome! Cost: $30, includes all materials Click here to register About Lisa Bennett Lisa Bennett is…
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Did you know watercolor has three secret ways to mix color — and most people only know one? Join Lisa Bennett of Artist Amanti on Wednesday, June 17 (10:30–12:30) at Palace Art in Capitola as we unlock all three, then use gorgeous stencils to turn your newly made colors into art you'll want to frame. All materials provided. All ages and abilities warmly welcome! Workshop limited to 10. Cost: $30, includes all materials Click here to register About Lisa Bennett Lisa Bennett is a watercolor and multimedia artist, the principal in the Artist Amanti nonprofit that supports artists and nonprofits worldwide. She…
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Have fun with watercolor paint! Settle into Palace Art's workshop space to unplug as you tap into your creativity, practice your artistic skills with fellow creatives. In this introductory watercolor workshop, professional artist Ana of Follow the Sun will guide you through a series of exercises to explore the magical medium of watercolor painting. After we've covered the basics & are familiar with the medium, we will move on to create our own finished watercolor paintings. All supplies are included. This class is geared towards beginners, whether you are entirely new to the medium or have worked on a few…
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For the blossoming mushroom hunter who searched the forest floor and came home empty-handed. Join us for a creative and hands-on workshop where we bring the unique beauty of Santa Cruz mushrooms to life! Participants will design & craft up to three 3D mushroom sculptures inspired by nature. Created from rocks, driftwood & acrylic paints, these handmade creations are perfect for indoor & outdoor garden displays. About Suzy Radonsky Suzy Radonsky is a local, self-taught atrist and nature enthusiast who loves turning everyday materials into something magical. Known for her detailed pet portraits and wildlife paintings, she also enjoys exploring…
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Board Book Remix: a Collage Workshop with Lisa Bennett
Feb
26
2026
Come play with paper, glue, and color as instructor Lisa Bennett from Artist Amanti guides you through transforming children's board books into vibrant collage creations. Lisa will bring everything you need—books, adhesives, scissors, and a treasure trove of images to cut from—and participants are welcome to bring their favorite colorful magazines to add to the mix! This is pure creative play: no rules, no mistakes, just two hours of cutting, layering, and discovering what happens when you let your hands lead. Perfect for anyone craving a break from screens and a return to the simple joy of making something with…
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Celebrate with us August 29th & 30th, 2026 Join us for a free two-day in-store event featuring over 20 local artists and top manufacturers who will be offering live painting demonstrations, make and take activities, and the chance to try out some of your favorite products. This event is perfect for everyone in your family - those who love to create art and those who simply admire it. Here's the schedule from our spring event to give you an idea of what the weekend looks like: Saturday10am - 1pm Ryan Sward FW Acrylic Ink on Strathmore Artist Papers Gary Lange…
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Join us Wednesday, February 18th from 10:30am-12:00pm for a joyful watercolor experience! Paint spring's favorite flower - daffodils - and create either a bookmark or card to take home. Perfect for all levels, no experience needed. All materials provided - just bring your creative spirit! Instructor Lisa Bennett has years of teaching experience across the US, Europe, and online, and is passionate about helping you find joy in creativity without overthinking. Come play with watercolors! Cost: $30, includes all materials Click here to register About Lisa Bennett Lisa Bennett is a watercolor and multimedia artist, the principal in the Artist…
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Enjoy the incredible illustrations of Cole Lemke on the walls at Palace for the entire month of November! From the Artist: Cole Lemke is from a small village called Seascape, located in Aptos, CA and currently resides in Soquel, CA. He spent his younger years with a pad and a pen, creating doodles heavily influenced by skate art, cartoons, comics, classic video game characters, and graffiti. In 2009, he graduated from the Art Institute of Portland with a BFA, studying 3D modeling, texuring, rigging, and animation. however, after a short time in the video gam eindustry, he eventually returned to…
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Settle into Palace Art's workshop space to unplug as you tap into your creativity, practice your artistic skills with fellow creatives. In this introductory watercolor workshop, professional artist Ana of Follow the Sun will guide you through a series of exercises to explore the magical medium of watercolor painting. After we've covered the basics & are familiar with the medium, we will move on to create our own finished watercolor paintings. All supplies are included. This class is geared towards beginners, whether you are entirely new to the medium or have worked on a few paintings on your own. The…
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