Support Painting, Drawing & Mixed Media

Spacious and light-filled, this studio on the north end of campus hosts painting, drawing, calligraphy, and mixed media classes. Well stocked with equipment and supplies, a demonstration area, sinks, a library, and a large, covered patio with scenic views just waiting to be rendered, you’ll feel inspired and ready to create.

With your support, the Folk School can ensure that our painting, drawing, and mixed media studio thrives and continues to provide opportunities for the hundreds of students who pass through our program each year.  Your donation to this program can provide general operating support or focus on equipment needs, like new easels or work tables. Your gift today will make an immediate impact.

Support the Painting Studio

Week or Weekend Scholarships

The Folk School awards several scholarships each year, providing partial or full financial support for a weeklong or weekend class. Scholarships are awarded to individuals who demonstrate financial need along with an admiration for the Folk School’s unique education model.

Support a Painting Studio Scholarship

2D Coordinator

Rachel Watson

Rachel is an interdisciplinary artist working in alternative and traditional photography, printmaking, jewelry, woodworking, book arts, textiles, and installation. After completing her MFA at the University of Georgia in 2020, she digitized the 7,000-piece collection at Newcomb Art Museum in New Orleans. Originally from Northeast Georgia, Rachel has traveled the world learning alternative photography processes and participating in photography and printmaking conferences. Rachel is the owner of Elf School, a historic school in Hayesville, NC, where she hosts open studios, events, and artist residency programs. She hopes to continue her art practice while sharing her passion, skills, and experience with others at the Folk School.