Mentoring & Coaching Programs
If you are interested in developing your own Field Sketching practice, I offer mentorship programs that provide a comprehensive start in a small-group setting over the course of a full year. Descriptions for each are below with a link to full details. Feel free to contact me directly with any questions.
Brush/Pigment/Water/Paper A live, virtual workshop
4 classes, July 19 & 26 and Aug 2 & 9, 2025
What do those tools have in common?They hold the key to better understanding the medium of watercolors!
Brush/Pigment/Water/Paper is a virtual workshop focused on how those four variables interact with each other, and how changing one of them changes the outcome of your work.
Tap below for full details and how you’ll benefit from participating.
Field Sketching; A Year of Mindfulness, Year 1
Learn the tools and techniques for sketching the natural world from life.
With 22 lessons offered over the course of four seasons, you are devoting yourself to establishing or leveling up a Field Sketching or Nature Journaling practice.
Basic art skills are the main focus, nature is our real teacher.
Field Sketching; A Year of Mindfulness, Year 2
Building on the Year 1 program, this mentorship is for you if:
You have some experience with, and a basic understanding of, field sketching and are ready to deepen your practice
You want to continue developing a sustainable practice of Field Sketching or Nature Journaling that fits your interests, schedule, and skill
This is how you will grow; mindfully developing a singular style that pleases *you*
You want to learn more about specific art skills useful in field sketching while being exposed to a few new mediums to use in the field.
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Nature Sketching Meet-Up
Join a group of individuals with a wide range ofField Sketching/Nature Journaling experience seeking to sustain their practice with a little bit of guidance and accountability.
Meets on a monthly basis
This is a non-lesson-based program with open enrollment...join the group anytime of year.
The next cohort for the years 1 & 2 mentorship programs begins November 2025. If this program sparks curiosity and resonates with you, get your name on my Priority List, a VIP list that allows early access to detailed information and the registration process. Putting yourself on the Priority List does not commit you to anything; it only shows you have a deep interest in the programs.
Any new programs/workshops will land on this page. Contact me directly with any questions.
“One of Sandy’s endearing qualities is her open acknowledgement (even as an accomplished artist) that art is a process, that it takes work, and that each individual has his or her own objective, approach and pace. She presents these lessons with obvious affection for the topic(s) while always maintaining an openness and sensitivity to her students’ expectations and abilities. Students invariably feel comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas, and seeking guidance.”
~Marty
A big thing I appreciate is how Sandy’s teaching style with lots of gentle encouragement has helped me relax, be willing to try new-to-me techniques and become more confident in my drawing skills. The fact that I used watercolors with me ON our walk this morning (versus at home or outside without Asha) is a testimonial to your teaching and my growth. Thank you so very much.
~ Marilyn