In The Making

Paint Boldly. Grow with Support.

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Workshops and Classes

Online or in person, my workshops are rooted in clear instruction and emotional intelligence. You’ll build skills, confidence, and voice—without rushing.

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Painting the Glow: Capturing Light in Watercolor
Dec 1
Painting the Glow: Capturing Light in Watercolor

Light is the core of watercolor, but making a sunset shine or a candle glow can feel elusive. This course is a relaxed but focused study designed to guide you through this challenge. If you enjoy painting and have a little experience (beginner to intermediate level is welcome), this course is designed for you.

Painting Form and Shadow
Jan 2
Painting Form and Shadow

Have you ever struggled to make objects look truly three-dimensional? Form and shadow are the essential tools we use to give subjects weight and depth, making them look real enough to touch. This intensive focuses entirely on seeing and painting volume, moving your work beyond flat color.

Clean Watercolor: Techniques for Clarity and Control
Jan 3
Clean Watercolor: Techniques for Clarity and Control

Do you ever struggle with muddy color, streaky washes, or unwanted blooms? Clean, clear color is the hallmark of beautiful watercolor, and this course focuses entirely on mastering the flow of water and pigment to achieve precise, professional results. You will learn to eliminate guesswork and confusion.

Retreats

 Support your art and your well being.

Retreats with us are immersive, grounded, and spacious. You’ll be held by place, process, and people—guided by thoughtful teaching and supported by a like-hearted group.

Portugal, March 2026

A week to paint, connect, and feel creatively awake—no experience required.

Sunlight, sea air, and watercolor in a villa on the Algarve coast. A full week of painting, yoga, shared meals, and creative momentum.

A Deeper Dive

Future Retreats

Give yourself more than a vacation—experience the art of the world and the art within yourself.

Whether we’re painting by the sea in Portugal or sketching in a sunlit village in France, each retreat is rooted in the same promise: time held with care, thoughtful teaching, and a creative space that honors both voice and growth.

Our next destination will be anounced soon.

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Meet The Artist

Lee Schauer

Lee Schauer is a working artist and dedicated teacher whose practice is rooted in observation, expression, and emotional intelligence. Her work blends watercolor, drawing, and mixed media, often reflecting a quiet, attentive relationship to the world around her. In the classroom or in the field, Lee brings a steady presence. She listens deeply, teaches with intention, and encourages students to slow down, notice more, and let their art reflect who they truly are.

Self portrait 2023 by Lee Schauer

Teaching Values

She leads with the belief that creativity is not a performance but a practice. Whether you’re brand new to watercolor or returning to art after years away, Lee’s spaces are designed to feel welcoming, supportive, and real. Her teaching emphasizes growth over perfection, process over product, and self-trust over self-judgment. Students leave her classes not just with stronger skills, but with a renewed sense of possibility in their own voice.

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Contact Me

I’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re curious about an upcoming retreat, considering a class, or just drawn to this kind of artful space—I welcome it.

Everything I offer is built around care, creativity, and connection. When you reach out, it’s not just about logistics—it’s the beginning of a thoughtful, collaborative experience. The more I know about what brings you here, the better I can support you.