I teach various 6-week classes in Santa Cruz County—all of them about learning watercolor, mandala-making and painting from the heart. Some of the classes include Nature Mandalas, Flower Mandalas, Gifts from The Heart, Capturing The Light in Mandalas, Gratitude or Kindness Mandalas. I also teach 1 or 2-day workshops in various locations. Watch the schedule for the latest classes and workshops. I would be happy to discuss the possibility of my teaching a workshop in your area.
CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS PRESENTLY OFFERED:
Mandalas and the Sacred Geometry of Flowers
Mandalas And Our Spirit Animals
Course Description
We will explore painting the essence of flowers which speak to us, and the different geometric patterns within them. We will observe flowers growing from a single petal or “oneness,” to those with 2, 3, 4 petals and on. We will create mandalas expressing how these energies of flowers and geometry speak to us personally.
Always a playful class, the basics of watercolor and mandala making will be taught. All are welcome to our lively circle where we create from our hearts and have fun.
Class Location
Capitola Recreation Community Center
Class Title
Mandalas And the Sacred Geometry of Flowers
Class Schedule
Day: Thursdays
TIME: 1:00-3:30 PM NOTE TIME CHANGE
6-week session
NEW: Drop-ins available; $20 each class.
HAND OUTS (Download these PDFs for the class):
How To Draw Sixness—Seed Of Life
Open to 16 yrs and up
Class Size:
20 ONLY
Cost:
R: $90 NR:$110
REGISTRATION: Registration will be through Capitola Recreation, by phone (831) 475-5935, in person or online starting AUGUST 11. https://secure.rec1.com/CA/capitola-recreation-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQ0MzUzMTg=
Questions? Call or text me at (831) 713-9312.
Course Description
Mandala means circle or center and within the circle is sacred space – – yours! Mandalas are such a beautiful meditative tool for centering, balance, and personal creativity. They are fun and magical, and can be so healing. Let’s draw a circle around our self, honor our creative spirit, and paint mandalas. The basics of watercolor and mandala making will be taught. And with meditation, you will be guided in creating a mandala of sacred geometry. This will be a four hour class. Everyone is welcome to join our supportive circle where we have fun and paint from our hearts.
The Seed of Life is a geometric symbol representing creation, interconnectedness, and the foundation of all life. It is a very ancient symbol that has been found across diverse cultures and religions.
Class Location
Pajaro Valley Arts, Porter Gallery, 280 Main St., Watsonville, CA
Workshop Room 2 upstairs
We will begin at 11:30 sharp. Please allow enough time to arrive on time.
Bring a bag lunch
Snacks and water included
There is ample parking at the Civic Plaza parking garage on Rodriguez Street.
Class Title
The Magic of Mandala Making
Class Schedule
Day: Saturday
TIME: 11:30 PM – 3:30 PM
1 day
HAND OUTS (Download these PDFs for the class):
Open to16 yrs and up
Class Size:
14 ONLY
Cost: $75
REGISTRATION: Register below.
A supplies list will be sent by email upon registration
Questions? Call or text Michele at (831) 713-9312.
MARCH 5 —APRIL 9, 2026
Course Description
Let’s explore our personal spirit animals and their meaning by incorporating them into watercolor mandalas. When an animal comes to us, Native Americans refer to this as “medicine,” meaning, anything that helps improve one’s connection to the Great Mystery and all life. Our spirit animals can offer comfort, healing and wholeness. Guided meditations, divination cards and our personal dreams will be used to discover our spirit animals.
The basics of watercolor and mandala making will be taught in this fun and lively circle in which we all paint from our hearts. Beginners welcome.
Class Location
OPAL CLIFFS SCHOOL, Classroom 3.
Class Title
MANDALAS AND OUR SPIRIT ANIMALS
Class Schedule
Day: Thursdays
Time: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
1 6-week session
HAND OUTS (Download these PDFs for the class):
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Open to
16 yrs and up
Class Size:
20 ONLY
Cost:
R: $90 NR: $107
NEW: Drop-ins $20 per class.
REGISTRATION: Registration will be through Capitola Recreation, by phone (831) 475-5935, in person or online. As soon as I receive it, I will provide a date for when registration for this class begins.
NEW: Drop-ins available; $20 each class.
Questions? Call or text me at (831) 713-9312.
