Celebrate the changing of the seasons as we explore the process of creating a loose, intuitive watercolor and ink painting of autumn botanicals!

In this beginner-friendly workshop, Heather will share techniques for capturing the essence of a vibrant seasonal botanical by emphasizing movement and spontaneity over realism. We’ll explore how changing the way that we begin the creative process offers different ways of approaching our subject. You’ll learn to simplify with ink and be inspired by the intermingling of the watercolor pigments on the page, letting go of the need to depict every detail and yet still conveying the exquisite nature of our subjects.

Starting with some exercises to become better acquainted with our tools, we’ll then create two paintings that showcase the essence of an autumn botanical from different perspectives: one that emphasizes watercolor, and another that displays the beauty of ink. Techniques for simplifying with ink, painting intuitively in loose watercolor, and using background watercolor washes to add texture and interest will help you create a pair of gorgeous paintings that fuse the delicacy of ink with the energy of watercolor.

All materials will be provided in this comprehensive, full-day workshop, and you’ll leave with knowledge of principles that will enable you to create future paintings in this expressive style. If you’re a beginner, you’ll start gaining the confidence necessary to eliminate guesswork and paint intuitively and joyfully. If you have more experience, you’ll be able to uplevel your existing skill set and gain a new perspective on various methods of expressing your artistic vision.

Come enjoy this relaxed time of painting together as we exercise creative intuition and explore the exciting ways that watercolor and ink can interact!

ages 12 and up

$70

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