Keep it Clean: Working with Transparent Watercolor
Watercolor Workshop with Margaret Dwyer
Tuesday, July 23rd, from 10am-4pm
The Kittery Art Association ART HUB (Lower Level Studio Space)

Watercolor is a uniquely transparent medium with its own set of techniques. The painting process is unlike that of oils and acrylics. Knowing when to interact with fluid paint in motion, and understanding the timing of primary techniques are key. Painting loose washes on wet paper creates dramatic results. But when the paper is dry again after the initial application of paint, the full array of techniques become available. Add depth, contrast, and enrich color with glazing, negative painting, and more. Different ways of “saving whites” will be addressed, as well as simple textures and backgrounds. Whether you prefer a loose approach or something a little crisper, keeping your colors clear and clean applies to every subject and painting style. This workshop will help you avoid images that look “muddy” or overworked. Knowing more about brushwork and color choices will greatly enhance your watercolor experience and help you achieve luminous results.

Demonstrations and individual assistance will be ongoing throughout the class. Our subject matter will be “gifts from the garden.” Flowers, ferns, dragonflies… the studio will be filled with colorful specimens and references. Feel free to bring in samples from your own garden for a personal touch. Experience the accessibility of this amazing medium in a relaxed setting as we learn from each other in a group dynamic. All levels are welcome. Please bring a lunch.

Registration Fee: $110/person