SOLD OUT: Fun with Beginning Watercolor Techniques Workshop

This workshop is now full.

Instructor: Ellen Rosenthal
Date: Saturday, May 14, 2022 from 9am-12pm
Cost: $15 for Del Ray Artisans members / $25 for non-members
Class size: 3-10 participants
(Register by May 10)

Watercolor is an art medium that everyone loves or loves not. The spontaneity and sparkle of watercolor comes at a cost; it can be unpredictable and messy, but it doesn’t have to be. In this three-hour class we’ll learn some basic skills and explore ways to tame watercolor and have some fun. This class is designed for beginners, but students of all levels are welcome, especially those who want a fresh start with watercolor. Please come prepared with all the materials and supplies from the list, and bring your creativity and flexibility.

The materials and supplies are all available from various vendors, such as Blick Art Supplies (see “Watercolor Class DRA 2022” wish list), Amazon, Michaels, or Plaza Art. When ordering online, please be aware that due to the current delivery slowdowns, you will need to order any supplies at least 10 days in advance. If you have any questions or concerns about supplies, email the instructor at efrosevalley@gmail.com.

Students should bring:

• Watercolor “Pan” Set (8-12 colors). Suggested:
  • Winsor & Newton Cotman Water Colour Paint Sketchers’ Pocket Box, Half Pans (Amazon)
    OR
  • Daler-Rowney Aquafine Watercolors and Sets – Travel Set, Set of 12, Assorted Colors, Half Pan (Blick)
    OR
  • Prang Washable Watercolor Pans – Oval, Set of 8 colors, Pans (Blick or Amazon)
• Watercolor brushes; round and flat (sizes #6, #8. #10, #14). Suggested:
  • Artegria Watercolor Brush Set (Amazon)
    OR
  • Princeton Velvetouch Series 3950 Synthetic Brushes (Blick) AND Oval Mop, Size 1/4″ (Blick)
• Watercolor paper, Cold press, 11 x 15″ or 12 x 18″, at least 10 sheets. Suggested: Strathmore Watercolor 400 series 140 lb. (Blick or Amazon)
• Color pencil set, 10-12 color pencils. Suggested:
  • Prismacolor Scholar Colored Pencils (Blick or Amazon)
    OR
  • Sargent Art Colored Pencils (Blick)
• Drawing pencils, HB or #2
• Drawing paper or sketching pad, 8 x 10″ or 9 x 12″. Suggested: Strathmore 400 Series (Blick or Amazon)
• Masonite drawing board at least 16 x 18″ (Blick)
• Portfolio or art envelope for taking artwork home (Blick or Amazon)
• Container for water
• Masking tape
• Roll of paper towels

Face masks are recommended inside the gallery.

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