Hello, I'm Elizabeth Zimmerman, the creative Oregonian behind Western Rose Studios located in Salem, Oregon.

I love being in the outdoors, spending time with my two labs, and savoring sweet snacks. I've always loved to create art, ever since I was young, and in 2014 I started Western Rose Studios as an outlet to share my creativity: watercolor painting, photography, and teaching art and photography.

I love capturing your memories in art and photography.

If you are interested in commissioning a one-of-a-kind piece, booking a photography session, taking an art class, or just have a question, please feel free to start a conversation with me.

Thank you!

Upcoming Watercolors Made Easy Classes

February 22 IN SALEM
​AT Divine Distillers
"Divine Colors" at 6 pm

Come and enjoy an evening of painting with your sweetheart or best friend. This is the perfect date night or just an excuse to get out of the house on a Friday night! Buy two tickets for $70 with promo code “2Students” at check out.

A complimentary mini tasting flight (fine spirits) is included with your ticket. All materials are supplied: brushes, water cups, paper towels, professional grade watercolor paints and paper.

Class will start by you choosing your favorite landscape: mountain or beach. Then you can freehand or trace your choice onto your paper. Elizabeth of Western Rose Studios will demonstrate how to paint a sunset or night sky with your choice of landscape. And if you’re really artsy, feel free to bring a landscape to use for your own reference and/or any of your own paint brushes.

Note: Minors are allowed only WITH an adult 21+. Please wear something that won’t be the end of the world it any paint accidentally gets on it. It’s recommended to not wear white or light colors.

Testimonials

"After taking Elizabeth's live workshop at the horse rescue facility, she offered me an opportunity for private lessons. There's no way I could pass up a chance to learn more from her vast knowledge of horses. Her skill and talent are obvious, but not everyone is able to pass that on to others. She is a rare exception. She is patient, kind, and an excellent instructor. Thank you, Elizabeth, for your part in a true highlight in my life." - Sam
"Elizabeth Zimmerman shares her upbeat energy and excellent ability to communicate when she teaches. She is easy to understand and well prepared. Even outside of a workshop situation, she generously offers answers to my questions about horses, her painting process and her waterfall photography. Through her journal descriptions of her waterfall hikes, I learned about Wahclella Falls in the Columbia Gorge and enjoyed it with my family on Mother’s Day last May.” ​- Linda
"We absolutely love having our one of a kind portrait of our dogs hanging in our living room. When I sit down to relax with a glass of wine at the end of a busy day I love looking down at my dogs at my feet, then looking up and seeing my dogs above my fire place. I will certainly be contacting you if I ever need another piece done." ~ Natalie & Tom "Pip and Baby Girl"
I had the most amazing experience during my photoshoot! I never felt rushed and everything was great and laid back! Even when my horse did not want to cooperate! I loved Elizabeth’s company and she truly cares for her clients and four legged clients as well! I would HIGHLY recommend her work!! - Alyssa
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Elizabeth Zimmerman • Artist, Photographer & Educator • Salem, Oregon