This course is for participants who have previously taken Introduction to the Watercolor Beginner Course or those who have previously painted and have knowledge about watercolor painting. You will be expected to know the color wheel, how to mix colors, how to use paint, paper and brushes to achieve different effects. This Watercolor Open Studio is for participants who want to pursue more advanced techniques and are encouraged to paint watercolors of their own choice and style, whether realistic or abstract. Guided instruction and constructive critiques will assist you in becoming a more confident painter. Your paintings should be on full size 9x12 watercolor paper.
Participants will need their own supplies: Watercolor paints. NO NEON!! • Watercolor paper, Strathmore or Arches 9x12 • Watercolor brushes— ROUND small #2 or #3, medium #6 or #7, large #11 or #12. FLAT 1" brush. • Carbon or transfer paper. • Pencil. • 2 cups for water. • Painter's tape. NOT masking tape. • Paper towels. • Brown Cardboard or board—12x15. This can be from a delivery box. • Empty cardboard paper towel roll. • Palette to mix colors— 10" round or square.
These supplies can be bought on Amazon or at a local art store.
The most important supplies are good quality paper, a few good brushes and a quality set of primary color watercolors.
