It can seem watercolor painting needs only water + watercolor paint. Mix them together, apply to paper with a brush and voila! It’s not quite that simple. It is essential for watercolor artists to observe and recreate the highlights, mid-tones, and shadows of specimens in a variety of hues and values. The ability to manipulate the medium and utilize materials (think: water, pigment, paper, brush) is essential as a watercolorist. Color theory and basic watercolor painting techniques are introduced through hands-on exercises, including creating color gradients, painting a basic color wheel and its grayscale counterpart, and creating basic forms using fruits and vegetables. Along with practicing in class, students must also practice on their own each week. The amount of time spent improving skills outside of class is up to students. For class requirements to be met, students must complete all projects and demonstrate basic skills in the medium. Guidelines will be provided for students to follow. In between classes, students receive support through an online classroom. Students can post their work, ask questions, receive feedback from instructors and peers, review lessons via video, and access a comprehensive color library. Creative processes that deliver results, color matching accuracy, and experimentation are emphasized. In a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere, Stephey Baker will guide you through group exercises and creative discussions.

New! Now open to all interested students!  Don’t miss this exciting opportunity for creatives and nature journalers to learn more about everything related to seeing and creating color inspired by nature! There is no need to have prior drawing skills in realism since the exercises are guided step-by-step, incorporating hands-on experience, group discussion, and observational activities. Watercolor paint is included, but paper and brushes must be provided by the student. Students may wish to bring a sketchbook or a nature journal if they have one.

Some materials are provided. Click on the link below in the Event Details section for additional required materials.