Mystery & Masks: Painting Venice in Watercolor with Karen Schaaf

5-day watercolor workshop in Venice, Italy October 2026 Join internationally acclaimed figurative watercolor artist Karen Noll Schaaf for a 5-day immersive workshop, October 17–24, 2026. Capture Venice’s luminous fall light, historic masks, figures, and quiet mystery with personalized guidance in a small-group setting. With a master’s degree in instructional design, Karen brings structure and clarity to thoughtfully designed workshops that help artists grow. She is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society (NWS), the Transparent Watercolor Society of America (TWSA), and the Watercolor Society of North Carolina (WSNC). Her work has appeared in national and international exhibitions and publications, including Splash: Best of Watercolor . Each morning includes focused instruction in technique and composition. Afternoons feature curated tours and sketching sessions to enrich your painting experience. Learn more at: https://ilchiostro.com/workshop/mystery-masks-painting-venice-in-watercolor/