"Watercolor has always been kind of overwhelming to me. But now, having this class and seeing the demonstrations, I feel like I have a much better understanding."
"I loved learning all the different ways to alter watercolors. You have opened my eyes to so much I didn't know."
"As a novice painter, I learned so much by taking this class. Every week, I learned tips and techniques that will stay with me. I can't say enough about how great this was!
Peg provides straight forward instructions, supportive individual help that is positive and thoughtful, and beneficial demonstrations. Moreover, Peg is very sweet, and has a pleasant personality that makes learning to paint fun."
This class made me free to experiment with the blending of colors, to let the water and color move. Thank you for pushing me out of my comfort zone. It has been so helpful."
I learned more from this one day than I have learned in any other workshop or class I have taken."
Plein Air Painting in Watercolor
Discover the joy of painting outside, and visit some of the prettiest places in our area! You will be amazed at how painting en plein air will increase your watercolor painting skills. We will learn tools for distilling a complicated scene insto connected shapes and values. Peg will share various tools and methods for plein air painting, and will do domonstrations on site. You will choose what you paint. Soon all of your paintings, en plein air or in the studio, will improve. Your observation and recording skills will improve significantly. Subject matter will vary. We will meet outside at a predetermined location each week, unless the weather is bad (when we will reschedule the class or meet in the gallery). The instructor will offer critiqes and individual help. A materials list will be provided.
Dates: Tuesdays, July 9 - August 13, 2024 Time: 10 am to 2 pm; bring a bag lunch Skill Level: Some experience with watercolor is needed Location: The location will change each week and will be outdoors, unless the weather is bad. If so, we will likely meet at Shenandoah Valley Art Center, 416 Main St., Waynesboro, VA Cost: $250 Registration: Registration will open on June 11 at 10 am, online. You will go back to "Upcoming Classes" and click on "Registration Form for Plein Air Painting in Watercolor." Register through me, following the directions on the form. Class size is limited, so don't wait.
Rainy Day Scenes in Watercolor Watercolor is the perfect medium to use to paint rain. I will show you how to combine water and paint and make it run down the paper, wonderfully mimicking sheets of rain. I will demonstrate how to make a road look wet, and paint in reflections on the wet service. You will learn how to paint a rainy city or landscape in the background, also. Finally, we will work on painting figures and umbrellas in the rain. The workshop includes demonstrations, color worksheets, and individual help. Learn and have fun at the same time! Most participants will complete two small paintings. Bring a friend or family member for a fun day out. A supply list will be provided.
Dates: Saturday, February 3, 2024. Snow date: February 10. Time: 10 am to 4 pm; bring a bag lunch Skill level: Beginner through advanced Location: Arts Center in Orange, 129 East Main St., Orange, VA Cost: $110 Registration: www.artscenterinorange.com, or call (540)672-7311
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Questions? Contact Peg: psheridan99@comcast.net
Don't believe the myth that watercolor painting is too hard, and mistakes are forever! I will show you the techniques you need to paint, and how to fix mistakes. You will be surprised how quickly you improve, with good instruction!