This hands-on introductory class will allow you to explore the popular medium of watercolor. You will discover essential techniques during instructor demonstrations, and practice painting in a variety of settings. Learn about watercolor materials, get help with paper selection and preparation, and gain the basic watercolor skills to be on your way to creating the paintings you always wanted.
This class serves as both an introduction and exploration of the watercolor medium. Students will learn a variety of painting techniques including layering and washes, bringing vitality to your work through marks and brush strokes, dry brush, wet in wet, masking, resist and experimental techniques. Artistic principles such as color, line, value, composition, form, shape and texture will be considered throughout the course.
Prior drawing experience is recommended.
• Participants must have a valid Fleisher membership.