Mary Kaye Sawyer-Morse
​Certified Pocket Sketching® Teacher
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The Beginning
​I came across Pocket Sketching in 2017 when Kath Macaulay taught a workshop at the Hill Country Arts Foundation in Ingram, Texas. Kath developed Pocket Sketching in the late 1980’s and has taught the technique across the US and now has a series on PBS.
It was a pivotal moment for me – I fell in love with sketching on the go and haven’t looked back since! I became a Certified Pocket Sketcher instructor in 2022 to enhance my skills in sharing this technique with others.
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My History
My art journey began as a teenager as I explored various mediums – especially pastels - and received my first commission at age 16. Early formal training includes an Associate of Arts degree as an art major. Over the years I have been privileged to study with several prominent pastel masters including Albert Handell, Clive Tyler, Teresa Saia and Tobi Clement.  My work now encompasses the mediums of pastel, watercolor, and gouache. My paintings are known for an expressive use of radiant and rich color.