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 class, Heather will share techniques for capturing the essence of a vibrant seasonal botanical by emphasizing movement and spontaneity over realism. We’ll focus on ways to simplify in 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 an ink drawing that conveys the defining qualities of our chosen subject, finishing with evocative touches of watercolor that enhance the effects of the ink. Techniques for enhancing contrast and using background watercolor washes to add texture and interest will help create a gorgeous final painting that fuses the delicacy of ink with the energy of watercolor.

This class is designed as a standalone course but also works beautifully in tandem with the first course in the series, “Expressive Painting: Autumn Botanicals in Watercolor.” Each course takes a different approach to the same topic, and participating in both would serve as a more comprehensive two-part workshop on how to combine these versatile media .

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

ages 15 and up

$35

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