Art Studio Info
Welcome to Drypp Drop Workshop!
Students will unleash their creativity, sharpen their artistic talents, and build unstoppable confidence, crafting memories and skills that will last a lifetime.
Drypp Drop Workshop is a safe space for all artists to create, experiment with their artistic voice, and grow their art skills.
All classes meet in Mónica’s colorful and comfy North Boulder Home Studio in the NoBo Art District.
please note, there are 3 studio cats and 1 sweet greyhound 🐯🐯🐯🐺
Drypp Drop Workshop offers small group classes (6:1), semi-private & private lessons, and one-day workshops.
Take an online course that you can take from anywhere! These classes are for beginner artists ready to take charge of their own creative learning.
What Artists Can Work With:
Acrylic Paint
Oil Paint
Graphite
Charcoal
Colored Pencil
Oil Pastel
Wax Pastel
Class Offerings
Studio Painting
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A slow-paced, spacious studio session for adults who want to paint, learn, unwind, and connect with other creative people. Whether you’re brand-new to painting or returning after years away, this class gives you the time, support, and guidance you need to grow your skills with confidence.
New students begin by completing a foundational painting designed to teach:
Color theory basics
Composition essentials
Brushwork, layering, and technique
How to start and finish a painting you’re proud of
After that, you’re free to bring your own reference photos or choose from my curated library of images. Each session is part instruction, part open studio: I circulate, demo, coach, and help you problem-solve while also giving you plenty of uninterrupted work time.
It’s a warm, encouraging space where you can relax, explore, challenge yourself, and develop a meaningful art practice surrounded by like-minded creatives.
Mediums Used: Acrylic, Oil
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3 Hour Sessions
$30 /session
Kids Art Studio
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A fun, explorative art class designed for curious young artists who want to go beyond what’s possible in a traditional school setting. This class includes drawing, acrylic painting, watercolor, mixed media, and air-dry clay, giving students a chance to build a solid foundation across multiple materials.
Each student completes a beginner project that covers:
Color mixing
Composition
Drawing fundamentals
Building a piece from start to finish
Then they move on to individual or small-group projects based on their interests. Your child will learn to plan ideas, experiment, problem-solve, and develop their creative voice, all while building confidence through a growth-mindset approach.
It’s supportive, social, and structured to help them grow into independent, expressive young artists.
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2 Hour Sessions
$25 /session
Teen Studio Painting
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A dedicated studio-style class for teens who want to build real painting skills in a relaxed, supportive environment. Whether they’re passionate beginners or already experienced, this class helps them grow at their own pace with guidance when they need it.
Students begin with a fundamentals-based painting where they learn:
Color theory
Composition
Acrylic techniques
How to work from reference photos
How to build layers, texture, and depth
After their first completed piece, teens are encouraged to bring their own reference images or choose from my photo archive to begin personal projects. I assist each student individually demonstrating techniques, offering critiques, and helping them develop a strong artistic foundation and sense of personal style.
It’s a welcoming space where teens feel empowered to explore, improve, and express themselves authentically through art.
Mediums Used: Acrylic, Oil
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2-Hour Sessions
$30 /session
Monthly Art Club!
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Monthly Art Club! 〰️
Art Club for Teens
Ages 13–17
Cost: $35
Monthly • 3-Hour Creative Hangout
A relaxed, once-a-month art hangout for creative teens who just want space to make cool stuff, talk about art, and connect with like-minded people. This club is perfect for artists who love to draw, paint, experiment, or dive into long-term personal projects.
Teens can work with:
Graphite & charcoal
Colored pencil
Acrylic paint
Watercolor
Hand sewing or machine
Mixed media & experimental materials
Whether they want to spend the whole session building a single large piece or bounce between new ideas, this “open studio” environment is designed to support all creative paths. Monica guides artists individually offering technical tips, creative feedback, and gentle support whenever it’s needed.
This space encourages conversation, curiosity, and community. Teens are welcome to chat, share process, talk about books and music, and enjoy being around other young artists who get it.
Supplies Provided:
All drawing and painting supplies are included, but teens are welcome to bring their own favorites.
Pizza:
Optional for a $4 add-on.
How to Join:
Email to sign up and reserve your spot!
Hi, I’m Mónica, the owner and teacher at Drypp Drop Workshop in Boulder, CO. Though my bachelor’s degree is in Music Education, my passion for art has been a lifelong journey. I’ve pursued college art classes, earned a fine arts certificate, and taught high school art.
The inspiration for my own art lesson workshop comes from my high school years, where I learned from local artists who opened their homes to teach teens how to paint. Their kindness and creativity left a lasting impression on me, and they continue to inspire my teaching today.
Why Drypp Drop?
"Drypp Drop" is Norwegian for "Drip Drop." Growing up, I found myself deeply inspired by the artists and musicians of Norway figures like Edvard Grieg, Harriet Backer, Edvard Munch, and Nikolai Astrup. Their bold use of color, emotion, and expression in their art and music turned my soul toward art. Drypp Drop Workshop is a tribute to these artists, who left small "drip drops" of inspiration that fueled many artists’ like myself on their own artistic journeys. Just like those drops of inspiration, I hope to inspire every student who walks through our doors to find their own creative voice.
Teaching art, whether in schools, studios, or virtually, feels like home to me. I believe every child is an artist and musician, and watching my students gain confidence as they freely express themselves is the greatest joy.
As a former school-teacher, I believe that most school art classes are wonderful introductions to creativity. But they’re often limited by time, class size, curriculum requirements, and the need to move an entire group through the same assignment at the same pace.
Students get real, meaningful studio time.
Sessions are 2–3 hours long - something school simply can’t offer. This gives artists space to actually get into flow, work deeply, make decisions, and experience what it feels like to build a painting from start to finish.
Individual guidance, not one-size-fits-all lessons.
Instead of everyone doing the same project, I work closely with each student on what they want to create.
Every artist gets creative choices that honor their style and interests. This is where real growth happens.
A Creative Community. NOT a classroom.
Students sit together like artists in a shared studio: talking, exploring ideas, sharing references, giving (and receiving) feedback, and enjoying the process.
It’s social, supportive, and creatively inspiring in a way that a traditional class setting can’t replicate.
Real-world art skills & technique.
Students learn what working artists actually use:
Color theory that makes sense
Composition choices that strengthen their work
How to paint from reference photos
How to develop their own artistic voice
How to build a long-term project
These skills stay with them for life.
A growth-mindset environment.
There is zero pressure and zero comparison here.
Mistakes become part of the process. Exploration is encouraged. Students learn how to problem-solve, take creative risks, and trust themselves.
These classes support emotional growth just as much as artistic growth.
A space for self-expression and self-confidence.
Teens and kids get the freedom to explore their interests without grades, deadlines, or rubrics.
They get to see themselves as artists, not just students completing assignments.
This does wonders for their confidence and motivation.
It complements school art beautifully.
Instead of replacing school art, this experience enriches it. Students bring their improved technique, stronger ideas, and deeper creative thinking back into their schoolwork.
