– WORKSHOPS 2026–
Zoya Scholis’ leadership style includes movement, improv games and music to enhance learning and creative inspiration. She is an award-winning painter who has been teaching since 1998. Her resume can be viewed on the About/Contact page.
Artwork can be purchased through gallery agents only:
Nancy Dodds, Carmel by the sea
Bryant street Gallery, Palo Alto
Artwork can be purchased through gallery agents only:
Nancy Dodds, Carmel by the sea
Bryant street Gallery, Palo Alto
February 7th, 2026
Matisse Interiors
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Henri Matisse (1869-1954) has long been recognized as one of the greatest painters of the 20th century. Matisse was a descendent of generations of weavers. His interiors often feature a multitude of textile patterns, open windows and bright colors. He famously said he wished his art to be “…something like a good armchair which provides relaxation from physical fatigue.” In this workshop we will put together original compositions and try out some of his techniques to create our own pleasing paintings. Class size limited to eight students. Please see materials list below.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Saturday Feb. 7th from 10-2:30
Fee: $150
University Art, Redwood City, 2550 El Camino Real, Redwood City
To register contact Zoya at [email protected]
Matisse Interiors
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Henri Matisse (1869-1954) has long been recognized as one of the greatest painters of the 20th century. Matisse was a descendent of generations of weavers. His interiors often feature a multitude of textile patterns, open windows and bright colors. He famously said he wished his art to be “…something like a good armchair which provides relaxation from physical fatigue.” In this workshop we will put together original compositions and try out some of his techniques to create our own pleasing paintings. Class size limited to eight students. Please see materials list below.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Saturday Feb. 7th from 10-2:30
Fee: $150
University Art, Redwood City, 2550 El Camino Real, Redwood City
To register contact Zoya at [email protected]
March 14th, 2026
Georgia O'Keefe Zoomed-in Abstraction
COURSE DECRIPTION
Georgia O'Keeffe (November 15, 1887 – March 6, 1986) was the second of seven children. By age 10, she had decided to become an artist. She is best known for her paintings of flowers, New York skyscrapers, and New Mexico landscapes. In 2014, the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum was established in Santa Fe. In this workshop, we will be blending a vibrant pallet to produce abstracted shapes inspired by nature.
DETAILS
Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025 from 10AM-2:30
Fee: $150
Please see materials list, class size limited to 8 participants
University art, Redwood City, 2550 El Camino Real
To register contact Zoya at [email protected]
Georgia O'Keefe Zoomed-in Abstraction
COURSE DECRIPTION
Georgia O'Keeffe (November 15, 1887 – March 6, 1986) was the second of seven children. By age 10, she had decided to become an artist. She is best known for her paintings of flowers, New York skyscrapers, and New Mexico landscapes. In 2014, the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum was established in Santa Fe. In this workshop, we will be blending a vibrant pallet to produce abstracted shapes inspired by nature.
DETAILS
Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025 from 10AM-2:30
Fee: $150
Please see materials list, class size limited to 8 participants
University art, Redwood City, 2550 El Camino Real
To register contact Zoya at [email protected]
April 11th, 2026
Knife Painting
COURSE DECRIPTION
Painting with a palette knife is a great way to loosen up your practice. In this workshop we will use three different approaches to your choice of subject. All require simplification and spontaneity. Palette knives, like brushes come different sizes and shapes. They can be handled intuitively and with a little practice and good examples can open up new possibilities on their own or in combination with brush work. Please see materials list. Questions, contact Zoya at [email protected]
DETAILS
Saturday, April 11th, 10AM-2:30 PM
Fee: $150. Payable by check or Paypal
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/zoyart
Class size limited to 8 participants
University art, Redwood City, 2550 El Camino Real
Please email to register: [email protected]
Knife Painting
COURSE DECRIPTION
Painting with a palette knife is a great way to loosen up your practice. In this workshop we will use three different approaches to your choice of subject. All require simplification and spontaneity. Palette knives, like brushes come different sizes and shapes. They can be handled intuitively and with a little practice and good examples can open up new possibilities on their own or in combination with brush work. Please see materials list. Questions, contact Zoya at [email protected]
DETAILS
Saturday, April 11th, 10AM-2:30 PM
Fee: $150. Payable by check or Paypal
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/zoyart
Class size limited to 8 participants
University art, Redwood City, 2550 El Camino Real
Please email to register: [email protected]
Marc Chagall Inspired
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 10– 2:30 PM
COURSE DECRIPTION
Marc Chagall (July, 1887-1985) arguably the most romantic of the modernists filled his compositions with flying imagery, whimsy and religion. He famously said: “If I create from the heart, nearly everything works; if from the head, almost nothing.” Join us as we get out of our heads and into our hearts for inspiration and whimsy, led by Master Chagall’s example. Please see materials list.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Fee: $150
Saturday, May 2nd from 10-2:30 PM
2550 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA 94061
To register, please contact me: [email protected]
Class size limited to 8
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 10– 2:30 PM
COURSE DECRIPTION
Marc Chagall (July, 1887-1985) arguably the most romantic of the modernists filled his compositions with flying imagery, whimsy and religion. He famously said: “If I create from the heart, nearly everything works; if from the head, almost nothing.” Join us as we get out of our heads and into our hearts for inspiration and whimsy, led by Master Chagall’s example. Please see materials list.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Fee: $150
Saturday, May 2nd from 10-2:30 PM
2550 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA 94061
To register, please contact me: [email protected]
Class size limited to 8
