Beginning Watercolor Painting

Watercolor painting is an opportunity to embrace qualities such as curiosity, creativity, playfulness and a sense of wonder. In this course designed for beginners, we approach sketching and painting as a process and practice, rather than as a performance or attempt at perfection. We learn the materials, techniques and vocabulary of watercolor painting; and draw and paint daily in our sketchbook which hopefully becomes our life-long hobby. Exercises include observational study with props, still-life, photos and perhaps landscapes emphasizing shape, form, value and color. To keep the experience dynamic and engaging, every iteration of the course features entirely new subject matter and painting projects. Painting materials: Windsor & Newton watercolor 10 or 12 tube set, a portable palette, round brush size 12, a cold press water lock, a cup for water, masking tape and a dry cloth. These are recommended, but you may use what you already have. Details regarding these items will be sent to students one week before class begins.