Watercolor Workshop - Watering Can

Date: Saturday, Sept 26

Time: 9 am - 12 pm

Cost: $65/60 ACE Member

Instructor: Christine Sniadach

Watercolor is a unique medium that requires some knowledge of how it reacts to water and other substances.  In this workshp, we will be using basic techniques to create a rusty watering can and clay pot.

Prerequisite -  Knowledge of basic watercolor techniques, including:l

• Control of Water

• Values & Hues

• Brush Control

A sketch will be provided along with transfer paper.

Artist-grade supplies to bring to class:

• 9"x12" or larger watercolor paper - 140 lb ( Arches preferred)

• Set of artist-quality watercolor paints. I like Winsor & Newton, but there are several brands - bring yours

• Palette pigment colors we will use - Cerulean Blue, Sap Green, Raw Sienna, Burnt Sienna, Payne’s Grey, Rose or Magenta, Cadmium Yellow, Violet

• Set of watercolor brushes ( Size 3, 6, and 12 rounds, and½" flat, plus a liner or detail brush)

• Pencil and a gum art eraser

• Water container

• Kleenex/paper towels

• Masking tape

• A board or surface to tape your watercolor paper down