This is an introductory two-day watercolor workshop designed for absolute beginners and for those who have some experience painting with watercolor but seek a refresher to start painting again. Learn or re-learn basics of watercolor including experimental wet-into-wet techniques that give you enough understanding of the medium to enjoy painting watercolors on your own. This workshop does not require drawing skills.
Instructor: Helen Klebesadel, Helen Klebesadel Art
Ages 15 and up (Adult and Youth)
This class will be held at Olbrich Botanical Gardens on Saturday & Sunday, April 1 & 2, 10:30-4:30 p.m.
Supplies required for class:
- One set tube watercolors - at least four colors including red, blue, yellow, and a violet. Bring a few more of your favorite colors if you can.
- An assortment of brushes
- A pad of inexpensive watercolor paper around 18x24 inch (or equivalent loose sheets)
- 4 or 5 sheets of a good quality (140 lb) cold press (textured) and/or hot press (smooth) professional watercolor paper either 22x30 or 22x15 in
- Two water containers
- A white plate, enamel butchers' tray, or watercolor palette
- A roll of masking tape and a roll of scotch tape
- One bottle of liquid mask
- Speedball Signature Series Calligraphy Pen, available at Dick Blick
- Scissors and Xacto knife
- Pencils and kneaded eraser
- A WC painting board large enough to hold your largest paper (corrugated plastic sheet, foam core, plywood, Formica panels, or masonite.)
There are also optional supplies and brand recommendations available; for a full list, email rbenedict@cityofmadison.com
We are currently following local public health guidelines, so masks/face covers are not required at this time.