Beginning, Beginning Watercolor 4-Week Series with Pam Bleakney

Tuesdays, Sept. 12 - Oct. 3, 2023 | 10:30am - 1:30pm

Oh, the thrill of watercolor, the moment color and water meet, pure magic! Pam Bleakney is excited to introduce you to the pleasures and frustrations of watercolor. First, learn color mixing, glazing, some of the many techniques and tricks by painting pears, a bird’s nest, a cat, trees, rocks, and simple landscapes. You’ll receive worksheets for practice before completing actual paintings. The instructor will do loads of demos. Drawing (though important in watercolor) will be minimal.

This four-week class is designed for complete beginners, preferably those who have not painted before. Class size is limited to a maximum of 15 students. Most of the materials are provided, but students will be responsible for bringing some of their own supplies (see list below). There will be time for a snack if you’d like to bring one.

“My goals for you will be to learn watercolor skills, new techniques, meet new friends, support our local museum and most of all have fun.” — Pam Bleakney

Your instructor will provide watercolor paper (cold press), Cotman paints by Winsor and Newton, and a palette.

Supplies you need to BRING:

• Watercolor Brushes:

  • Script or liner, or rigger brush

  • Rounds #’s 2, 4, and 8

  • ¾ Angle or flat brush.

If you already have brushes bring them to the class. If you can’t get brushes, the instructor has plenty to share.

• For Drawing:

  • Sketch pad (9”x12” or smaller)

  • #2 pencil

  • kneaded eraser

  • masking tape at least an inch

  • paper towels.

If you are a returning student and already have an egg palette please let Pam know when you sign up or you will receive a new one: Call Pam at 386-872-4556 or e-mail pbleakney@brighthouse.com.