July 23 & 30 | 9:30 - 11:00 AM
A two-session watercolor class where you'll paint coneflowers while exploring new watercolor techniques. It is the perfect foundational technique for mastering watercolor contrasts, depth and blending.
What you'll do
Through guided exercises and instruction, you'll paint loose, expressive coneflowers using a gutta bottle filled with gesso to create white floral details. You'll also complete a monochromatic watercolor painting, using a single color to explore value, contrast, blending, and depth.
What you'll learn
Watercolor contrasts, depth and blending.
How to create depth and contrast through monochromatic painting.
How to control water-to-pigment ratios to build contrast.
Great for: Beginners. No prior experience needed.
Instructor: Rita Carpenter is a watercolor artist and photographer drawn to the balance between loose color and careful control. Her classes are thoughtful, encouraging, and built to help students get comfortable with the medium while building confidence along the way.
Schedule
This is one class held over two dates. Registration includes both sessions.
Session 1: July 23
Session 2: July 30
Cost: $78
What to bring:
Watercolor paints
Watercolor brushes
Two sheets of watercolor paper (¼ or ⅛ sheet, whichever you prefer)
Two water containers
A board to paint on
A pencil and eraser
Paper towels and an old rag
Any watercolor tools you normally use