Are you new to watercolor and unsure how to create a usable palette of colors? Or do you have a painting practice but are frustrated by not being able to consistently mix the exact colors that you want? Does color theory intimidate you? If so, this class is for you! This course will demystify the essential elements of color theory as applied to watercolors and equip you with the ability to use these principles confidently in your own painting.

This second class in the color mixing series will explore how to neutralize bright colors while still maintaining their beautiful dimensionality. We will cover methods for mixing neutrals with a limited palette, how to darken colors effectively without deadening them, and how to mix chromatic blacks and darks without using black pigment. We will practice these concepts in a simple winter landscape painting by mixing a range of neutral colors and learn how best to avoid unintentionally creating “mud.” You will leave with a range of strategies for mixing the color that you want every time, best practices to integrate into your own painting, and a solid foundation on which to refine your mixing skills.

Some experience in watercolor is helpful, but beginners are welcome! If you are just starting out, the knowledge that you gain from this course will accelerate your learning by helping you feel better prepared to mix any colors you need. And if you’re a more experienced painter, this course is a wonderful opportunity to level up your practice by improving your color mixing skills. While each class in the series is designed to function as a standalone, taking the classes together offers the most learning benefits as the concepts covered build on each other.

Come join us as we explore the world of creative possibilities opened by a deeper understanding of color mixing!

ages 15 and up

$40

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