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 Exhibition

  • Selected 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