Watercolors are one of the most convenient and versatile mediums in the fine arts. This workshop is for those
interested in trying watercolors for the first time or those who have tried watercolors and would like to improve their skills. Through demonstrations and exercises, students will learn the techniques and properties of working in watercolor, including materials, color, and drying time. Students will be guided step-by-step toward completing finished paintings. This workshop will give students a solid foundation in watercolors to build upon and enjoy for years to come. Reference and source materials provided.
Materials/Art Supplies:
A pad/block of watercolor paper 9” x 12” or 11”X 14”. Graphite pencils 2H & HB, Kneaded Eraser. A color mixing palette of your choice (Plastic or ceramic is fine). 4-5 paint brushes. Dick Blick Sable Detail Round #1. #2 & #4, & Dick Blick Studio Sable Round #4 &/or #6, Watercolor Paints (A selection based on the Six Color Palette). Winsor & Newton™ Cotman Watercolors™ 10 Color Paint Set. The colors of this set include: Lemon Yellow Hue, Cadmium Orange Hue, Cadmium Red Deep Hue, Permanent Rose, Dioxazine Purple, Ultramarine, Cerulean Blue Hue, Hooker’;s Green Light, Burnt Sienna, and Lamp Black. Roll of paper towels, Container for water, Masking tape.
$138 ▪ 9:30-11:30pm ▪ Room 2311
Course #2602 ▪ Sat 4/5 – 5/31
No class on 4/19
Watercolors Fundamentals
Watercolors are one of the most convenient and versatile mediums in the fine arts. This workshop is for those
interested in trying watercolors for the first time or those who have tried watercolors and would like to improve their skills. Through demonstrations and exercises, students will learn the techniques and properties of working in watercolor, including materials, color, and drying time. Students will be guided step-by-step toward completing finished paintings. This workshop will give students a solid foundation in watercolors to build upon and enjoy for years to come. Reference and source materials provided.
Materials/Art Supplies:
A pad/block of watercolor paper 9” x 12” or 11”X 14”. Graphite pencils 2H & HB, Kneaded Eraser. A color mixing palette of your choice (Plastic or ceramic is fine). 4-5 paint brushes. Dick Blick Sable Detail Round #1. #2 & #4, & Dick Blick Studio Sable Round #4 &/or #6, Watercolor Paints (A selection based on the Six Color Palette). Winsor & Newton™ Cotman Watercolors™ 10 Color Paint Set. The colors of this set include: Lemon Yellow Hue, Cadmium Orange Hue, Cadmium Red Deep Hue, Permanent Rose, Dioxazine Purple, Ultramarine, Cerulean Blue Hue, Hooker’;s Green Light, Burnt Sienna, and Lamp Black. Roll of paper towels, Container for water, Masking tape.