Practical introduction to watercolor I
June 29, 2010 to July 27, 2010
beginner / refresher

This online workshop is designed to cut a clear path for you to express yourself through watercolor. We’ll look at key concepts, techniques and ideas to provide you with your own visual voice that will serve you well as you pursue and deepen your love of art through watercolors.

Who is this workshop suitable for?

• Anyone who would like to start painting or return to painting after an absence.
• Parents and children looking for something to learn together to enrich their relationship
• Young adults looking for ways to express themselves
• People who keep a journal and are looking for ways to express themselves visually
• Anyone wanting to learn to paint with watercolors
• Oil painters or acrylic painters who are looking for a practical sketching tool
• People who like to learn new things at their own pace yet with a structure and feedback system that provides guidance that unlocks key concepts
• People seeking quality information

Topics we will cover include:

• Materials and supports for watercolor paintings
• How to create the bones of your painting
• Watercolor terms and methods
• How to work with transparent colors
• Creating a visually interesting painting
• How to determine which methods work best for you

What you will achieve in these workshops?

• Hands on introduction to the art of watercolor
• A solid introduction to watercolor and the tools required to paint with watercolor
• Understand what makes watercolor special
• A new or enriched visual arts language
• Understand key concepts specific to watercolor
• Ideas for where to take your painting journey next
• An overview of watercolor in an historical context
• A certificate of completion
• Fun!

Within 24-hours after you register, you’ll receive a list of recommended materials and link to your online classroom. Additionally, I’ll create a private page on my website dedicated to you and your work. This is where you can post your work and I can provide feedback to you here.

Your workshop will include live streaming video, pre-recorded video, demonstrations, digital materials you may read online or print out. Your workshop notes and other auxiliary materials will be posted there on a weekly basis.

I’ll be able to answer your questions during the streaming video (each Tuesday evening) or you can post your questions to me via email or Skype.

Practical introduction to watercolor I
beginner / refresher
$65
June 29, 2010 to July 27, 2010