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Adult Single Drop Ins - Oil, Watercolor, Acrylic
Watercolor Basics: Practicing Watercolor Values
with Pam Carraway
Sunday, March 9th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Unleash Your Inner Artist!
Unleash the potential of a single color in this unique watercolor class, where we'll explore the art of creating varying values by adjusting water levels.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this class will deepen your understanding of watercolor techniques and help you create stunning, value-rich paintings.
In this class, you'll:
Learn the Basics: Understand how to mix paint with different amounts of water to create a range of values from light to dark.
Master Value Creation: Explore the "tea, coffee, milk, cream, and butter" method to achieve consistent and varied washes.
Practical Exercises: Practice these techniques through a series of exercises designed to build your confidence and control.
The class will culminate in a final project where you'll apply what you've learned to paint a subject using just one color. You'll focus on creating a captivating piece with depth and dimension, showcasing your mastery of values.
Perfect for all skill levels, this class offers a hands-on approach to watercolor that will leave you with valuable skills and a beautiful, monochromatic painting.
Students are required to bring their own supplies.
In the following weeks we will play with different watercolor techniques as we paint.
Watercolor Basics: Exploring Hot and Cold Press Paper
with Pam Carraway
Sunday, March 23RD, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Unleash Your Inner Artist!
Join us for an enlightening watercolor class where we'll delve into the world of paper types, focusing on the differences between hot press and cold press paper.
Using birds as our beautiful and varied subjects, you'll discover how each type of paper can impact your painting style and results.
In this class, you'll:
Understand Paper Types: Learn the characteristics of hot press and cold press paper, including texture, absorbency, and how they affect watercolor techniques.
Hands-On Comparison: Paint with both types of paper, observing how your brush strokes, color blending, and overall results differ.
Bird Studies: Apply your skills by painting a series of birds, each showcasing the unique qualities of hot and cold press paper.
Perfect for all skill levels, this class will deepen your understanding of watercolor paper and enhance your painting abilities.
Students are required to bring their own supplies.