May 21, 2026
6:00PM – 8:00PM | 702 Bay St
In this beginner friendly watercolor painting class, we will open up with an introduction to the watercolor medium, learning different thicknesses of mixtures and how to mix natural looking colors.
After that, we will paint a sunset scene of Mt. Rainier in watercolor, through which we will learn a number of fundamental techniques in watercolor:
- How to apply graded wash – Apply washes evenly to a large area and create subtle transitions in colors, such as the glow of the sky and the water
- Joining colors – Alternating between different colors as you paint a shape, e.g. the glowing surface and the dark surface of the snow peak, creating soft transitions while maintaining distinct forms.
- Expressive brushworks – Note the land and the trees were painted suggestively, without much detail yet you can still discern their characters and movement. That is because we hold our brushes in specific ways and move them quickly to create these bold textures and marks.
For each step of the painting, you will first see me do it with detailed explanation and then you will do it, with the option of practicing first on a spare piece of paper. As we go along, you will also learn tips on composition, creating depth, mixing vivid colors, how to keep the painting look fresh and avoid overworking.
Cost include supplies
All painting supplies are included in this class, so you can just show up and jump right in. If you have an ongoing practice in watercolor, feel free to bring your favorite supplies. I’m also happy to recommend specific supplies based on your painting objectives.
ATTN: Although this workshop doesn’t require prior experience, it is however quite involved and thus not ideal for young children. Please contact me prior to reserving the workshop for kids under 10 yrs old.
