A BRUSH WITH NATURE
Unleash Your Inner Artist
A New “Paint and Sip” Event Series
Blending creativity with the beauty of the natural world
Each session offers a unique artistic experience for all skill levels and ages—perfect for families, budding artists, or adults looking for a fun and inspiring outing. With expert guidance and breathtaking backdrops at iconic locations across the zoo, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to create, connect, and celebrate wildlife through art!
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Rescheduling of tickets must be done two weeks before the scheduled event. No refunds. If the zoo cancels an event, we will issue refunds or reschedule tickets.
Meet the Artists
Subject of painting will change with each event, focusing on zoo or nature themes.
Learn more about the artists and browse available sessions. All sessions at the zoo will be located in covered areas.
EVENT DETAILS
$57 All Ages Tickets
(includes fees)
$77 21+ Tickets
(includes fees)
All Age Tickets Include
- Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase
- Admission to the zoo
- Art supplies
21+ Tickets Include
- Snacks and alcohol available for purchase
- Admission to the zoo (to be used at a later date)
- Art supplies
Meet the Artists
Emma Giles
Emma Giles is a Seattle-based artist and educator with degrees in art and fashion design. A former shoe designer in NYC, Emma now shares her passion for creativity as a preschool art teacher at Pacific First Montessori while pursuing a master’s degree to teach art at the middle and high school levels. In addition to teaching Emma runs a small ceramic business during the spring and summer months, creating unique handcrafted pieces that reflect her love of color, form and function. In her free time, Emma loves going to the movies, exploring new art mediums, spending time with friends and family and enjoying the beautiful nature of the Pacific Northwest.
Sessions with Emma Giles
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Age Range: 21+
Time: 4:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Medium: Acrylic
Location: Picnic Shelter
Painting Subject: Frog with orange background
Age Range: All Ages
Time: 12:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Medium: Acrylic
Location: Family Farm
Painting Subject: Black bear in flowers
Age Range: All Ages
Time: 12:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Medium: Acrylic
Location: Beech Grove
Painting Subject: Toucan
Age Range: 21+
Time: 4:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Medium: Acrylic
Location: Zoomazium
Painting Subject: Tiger with Green Background
Angeline Shrike
Angeline Shrike is an artist born and raised in Washington State. She is a huge fan of working from nature and life and strives to capture the human experience from conscious and meticulous observation. Her education in art consists of Seattle’s Gage Academy of Art’s Classical Atelier program and various other multi-year mentorships and design schools in Los Angeles. Angeline’s work can be found on her website ShrikeArts.com as well as her Instagram account @ShrikeArts.
Sessions with Angeline Shrike
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Age Range: 21+
Time: 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Medium: Oil
Location: Savanna Overlook
Painting Subject: Brown bear walking profile
Age Range: 21+
Time: 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Medium: Oil
Location: Penguins
Painting Subject: Red Panda
Age Range: All Ages
Time: 12:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Medium: Acrylic
Location: Family Farm
Painting Subject: Red-crowned crane with head up
Age Range: All Ages
Time: 12:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Medium: Acrylic
Location: Beech Grove
Painting Subject: Tree kangaroo
Age Range: 21+
Time: 4:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Medium: Oil
Location: Zoomazium
Painting Subject: Young pudu lying down
Age Range: 21+
Time: 4:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Medium: Oil
Location: Zoomazium
Painting Subject: Maned wolf walking profile
Sarah Elizabeth
Sarah Elizabeth is a local Seattle artist, originally from Orange County, CA. Musically inspired art, murals, art classes, and live painting are her specialties. Sarah’s work focuses on cross-sensory collaboration and teaching people to open up to their hidden art side. Her goal is to create events that bring the community together again! When not painting, you’ll find Sarah volunteering for local nonprofits or teaching art in her K-8 Classroom.
Sessions with Sarah Elizabeth
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Age Range: All Ages
Time: 12:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Medium: Acrylic on wood
Location: Picnic Shelter
Painting Subject: Wood rounds with nature design
Age Range: 21+
Time: 4:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Medium: Acrylic on a bag
Location: Peacock Plaza
Painting Subject: Canvas bags with various nature designs