Watercolor Workshop: “Magnolia & Flowering Tree Branches” with Olha Necheporenko
April 26 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
Olha is a talented botanical artist known for her delicate and expressive floral paintings. In this special workshop,
you’ll have the unique opportunity to paint delicate floral compositions featuring magnolias and
blooming tree branches! Let’s welcome spring with creativity and beautiful blooms! This workshop is
suitable for both beginners and experienced artists.
What to Expect:
• Step-by-step guidance to create a beautiful watercolor composition
• Tips on color palette selection and blending techniques
• Olha's original paintings will be on display to serve as inspiration and guidance throughout the class.
• A warm and inspiring atmosphere surrounded by fellow art enthusiasts and flowers.
All materials are provided—just bring your creativity! Spaces are limited, so be sure to register soon.
The Natures of Spring Oil Workshop with Betty Glass
Friday, April 25th from 11 – 2 pm
Jump into spring with Betty Glass during her workshop concentrating on birches, beaches, spring landscapes, or bring your own photo to create from! Betty will lead a workshop on how to tone your canvas, and then paint with water soluble oils. We encourage you to bring a sandwich as there will be a small break for lunch and conversation.
Materials list:
Paint Ultramarine blue, Alizarin crimson, Yellow ochre, Burnt sienna, Raw sienna, Indigo, Viridian (green), White (titanium), Cadmium yellow- medium
Brushes #0 liner, #6, 10 round, #8 12 Brite (square), 1/2 “ flat
Other Palette knife (for mixing, etc.), Palette, Paper towels (Viva!), Apron, Container for water (or solvent with reg. oils), Easel and canvas (to start, no larger than 9 X12), Towel or rag (optional)
Not Your Kids Colored Pencils: Intro with Laurie Bebick
5 Week Class: $260.00
May 14, May 21, May 28, June 4, June 11
Wednesdays from 12 – 2 pm
In this introductory course you will learn the fundamentals of working with colored pencils. Each class will include a lecture, demo, and class time to apply what you have learned.
Topics include: supplies, pencil strokes, value, color matching through layering, burnishing, and use of solvent.
Note: This is an introductory course for those who have little to no experience with colored pencils.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Any brand of professional quality-colored pencils (most students use Prismacolor Premier colored pencils)
- 1 pad good quality artist paper (250 gsm or greater)
- kneaded eraser; vinyl eraser (preferably electric)
- pencil sharpener (battery or rechargeable)
- scrap paper for testing colors on
- an electronic device to view reference photos on