Watercolor Techniques

This course is suited for the beginner to moderate level watercolorists. The first part of the course will focus on learning watercolor techniques. These techniques will be learned through instructor demonstrations and exercises. In the following sessions, the instructor will lead students in creating watercolor paintings in a variety of subject matter. With the use of reference photos and imagination, the subject matter will include landscape, portrait, animal, figure, and cityscape paintings. Students may also work on their own projects if they choose to. The goal of this course is for the student to gain a greater understanding of the characteristics of this wonderful medium.

Watercolor Painting

This class is designed to give students the freedom to choose their preferred subject matter, whether it's florals, portraits, landscapes, or any other theme. The instructor will work closely with each student to determine the best approach and strategy to start and complete their paintings. Throughout the creative process, the instructor will provide guidance and demonstrate techniques to help students achieve their desired results. Students will work from their own reference photos. Beginners students will learn fundamental techniques to enhance their watercolor skills.

All skill levels are welcome.

Contemporary Watercolor

In this class students will explore the range of possibilities that watercolor offers for expressive, contemporary painting. Formal qualities such as scale, composition, paint application, contrasting translucency with opacity, and color will be addressed. Content will also be discussed. What makes a painting evocative? Why are we drawn to certain works? Why do we make art? Experimentation will be encouraged by pushing the boundaries of conventional watercolor technique in unexpected directions. An emphasis will be placed on individual artistic growth.

All levels of experience are welcome.

Contemporary Watercolor

In this class students will explore the range of possibilities that watercolor offers for expressive, contemporary painting. Formal qualities such as scale, composition, paint application, contrasting translucency with opacity, and color will be addressed. Content will also be discussed. What makes a painting evocative? Why are we drawn to certain works? Why do we make art? Experimentation will be encouraged by pushing the boundaries of conventional watercolor technique in unexpected directions. An emphasis will be placed on individual artistic growth.

All levels of experience are welcome.