Slow & Savor
Watercolor Workshops
Relaxed-paced, beginner-friendly watercolor workshops designed to help you slow down, learn foundational techniques, and leave with a finished painting you’re proud of — all in the cozy setting of Higher Grounds Coffee in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.
Slow down with us.
Step away from your to-do list and into a peaceful evening of creativity.
These workshops are designed for beginners — whether you’ve never picked up a brush or simply want a gentle refresher. You’ll learn foundational watercolor techniques in a relaxed, encouraging environment where the focus is on progress, not perfection.
We’ll move slowly, layer by layer, so you feel confident using your brush, controlling water, and mixing color. By the end of the evening, you’ll leave with a finished painting and a deeper understanding of how watercolor works.
Come on your own or invite a friend. Coffee, wine, and small bites will be available for purchase during the event, and all painting supplies are included.
Seats are limited to 12 participants per session to ensure personal attention.
Attending Two Evenings?
Add Two workshops to your cart and use code BOTH10 at checkout to save $10.
Mountain Landscapes
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
5:30-7:30 PM
$50
Higher Grounds Coffee
189 Talisman Dr. Ste A
Pagosa Springs, CO
Limited to 12 participants
In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll explore layering, light, and color mixing while creating your own mountain-inspired painting. No experience necessary — just come ready to slow down and enjoy the creative process.
Flora
Foundations
Sunday, June 28, 2026
1-5 PM
$125
Higher Grounds Coffee
189 Talisman Dr. Ste A
Pagosa Springs, CO
Limited to 15 participants
An immersive 4-hour watercolor class focused on building confidence through foundational watercolor techniques such as color theory, color mixing, water control, layering, composition, and the basics of line and wash technique. Together, we’ll move beyond simply following steps and begin building the skills that allow you to paint with intention, freedom, and confidence.
What’s Included
Your Live painting workshop will include:
A relaxed, creative experience where you will learn foundational watercolor techniques and skills.
Receive personal guidance and step-by-step instruction throughout the class from watercolor artist Kayla Cornish.
Leave with a finished painting that you can take pride in, and all watercolor supplies will be provided.
ABOUT THE artist
Kayla Cornish
Kayla Cornish is a watercolor artist based in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, and the co-founder of Legacy Roots Co. and The Slow & Savor Society, where she helps others slow down, cultivate creativity, and intentional rhythms in everyday life. Inspired by mountains, florals, and the beauty of quiet moments, her artwork reflects a love for simplicity and depth.
During a long and unexpected season in the NICU with her 7th child, Kayla rediscovered the quiet therapy of watercolor. Painting daily by her daughter’s bedside became a steady rhythm — one that brought peace, focus, and renewal in the middle of uncertainty. That season deepened her belief that creativity can steady us and gently slow life down.
Kayla’s workshops are designed to feel approachable and unhurried. With a gentle, encouraging teaching style, she guides beginners step-by-step so they can grow in confidence and enjoy the process — not just the outcome.
For Kayla, watercolor is more than a medium. It’s an invitation to slow down and notice beauty again.
FAQ
WANT TO STAY IN THE LOOp?
Stay Connected
If you’d like to hear about future workshops and creative gatherings, you’re welcome to join my email list below. I share upcoming events, new artwork, and simple rhythms for slowing down and making space for creativity.