About Molly
I have always loved making art. I started drawing and painting at a young age and took art classes through high school, but my main focus was mathematics. In college, however, I realized that I had more passion for art, and I ultimately graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.
After graduation, I moved to NYC and began working as an assistant at several design companies, eventually becoming a professional graphic designer. I juggled my time between design and art until 2017 when I turned to painting and teaching watercolor classes. My graphic design background continues to be a big advantage for me as an artist and instructor.
Teaching students to paint in watercolor is my passion… I love seeing their expressions when they experience the absolute “magic” of this amazing medium. My favorite subject to teach is portraits, but my ongoing classes cover all genres.
I am a long time volunteer and Signature Member of the Northwest Watercolor Society (NWWS), having served as President from 2013-2014 and from 2020-2022. Currently I am the Education Coordinator and Juror Procurer. I do quite a bit of graphic design work for the society, considered one of the top art associations in the country. If you would like to know more about NWWS, click here.
EXHIBITIONS & RECOGNITION
2025
Northwest Watercolor Society 2025 Waterworks Membership Juried Exhibition
2024
Northwest Watercolor Society 2024 Waterworks Membership Juried Exhibition
National Watercolor Society International Exchange Exhibition
2022
Northwest Watercolor Society 82nd Annual International Open Juried Exhibition
Peninsula Art League’s 2022 Open Juried Show (Awarded the Daniel Smith Product Award)
2021
Northwest Watercolor Society 2021 Waterworks Membership Juried Exhibition
2020
Northwest Watercolor Society 2020 Waterworks Membership Exhibition
Northwest Watercolor Society 80th Annual International Open Exhibition
2020
Northwest Watercolor Society 2019 Waterworks Membership Exhibition (Awarded the Daniel Smith Patron’s Award)
Northwest Watercolor Society 79th Annual International Open Exhibition
2018
Northwest Watercolor Society 78th Annual International
Open Exhibition
2017
Evergreen Association Members’ Exhibition
2016
Kansas Watercolor Society National Exhibition
Northwest Watercolor Society 2016 Waterworks
Membership Exhibition
2015
Northwest Watercolor Society 75th Annual International
Open Exhibition at the WA State Convention Center
2014
“The Magic of Watercolors” Solo Exhibition at Seattle University Unitarian Church
2013
“Expressions in Watercolor “ Solo Exhibition, Northwest Cellars
Northwest Watercolor Society 73rd Annual International
Open Exhibition“A Dozen Muses” Exhibition at Mercer Island Event Center Gallery
2012
“Visions of Italy & Greece” Solo Exhibition at Rick Steves’ Travel Center
2012 Small Works Exhibition, Kaewyn Gallery
Eastside Association of Fine Arts 37th Annual Open Exhibition
Northwest Watercolor Society 72nd Annual International
Open Exhibition
2011
Eastside Association of Fine Arts 36th Annual Open Exhibition
Northwest Watercolor Society 2011 Waterworks
Membership ExhibitionSelected as an “Emerging Artist” in the La Conner Arts Alive Festival
Eastside Association of Fine Arts “Figures” Exhibition
13th Annual Kenmore Art Show
Edmonds Arts Festival Gallery Exhibition
Eastside Association of Fine Arts National Members Show
Gallery North Small Paintings Exhibition
Eastside Association of Fine Arts Gallery Exhibit
2010
12th Annual Kenmore Art Show
Eastside Association of Fine Arts Volunteer Exhibition
Eastside Association of Fine Arts 35th Annual Open Exhibition (Awarded the Winsor Newton Painting Award)
Northwest Watercolor Society 2010 Waterworks
Membership Exhibition