Comments from my last workshop:
- "Peg presents valuable techniques in a relaxed, enthusiastic and joyous manner. She's not a perfectionist; if something doesn't go as planned, she takes what's available at that point and enjoys experimenting. A fun and worthwhile experience!
- "The length of demos and time to work is the right balance. It always helps to try new things right away, to get the feel of what was taught."
- "Your handouts, posted examples of your own artwork, your comments were all great. I loved every moment!"
- "Peg's instruction illustrates how much she loves what she is doing. Her enthusiasm and love of painting are contagious!"
Learning from the Watercolor Masters IV (New!)
Offered by Beverley Street Studio School
Join us as we study the work of past and present day watercolor artists such as John Constable, James Mallord William Turner, Edgar Whitney, Eliot O’Hara, Ilia Ibriaev, and othersWe will look at each artist’s techniques, and try them on our own paintings. You choose works that inspire you, and either copy them or use what you learned from their work to enrich paintings of your own images. Each student will also choose a contemporary watercolor master to either copy or inform his or her own paintings. Students have found the previous three masters classes to be very interesting and helpful. A materials list will be provided after you enroll.
Date: Mondays, January 10 through February 14
Time: 9:30 to 12:00
Skill Level: Students should have some basic watercolor skills
Location: Beverley Street Studio School, 217 West Beverley Street, Staunton
Cost: $220 members, $250 nonmembers
Registration: Register at www.bssschool.org, or call (540)886-8636.
Learning from a Watercolor Master: Andrew Wyeth (New!)
Offered by Augusta County Parks and Recreation
Enjoy a relaxing day learning about watercolor painting. The class is open to those with good basic skills in watercolor. Peg will provide quality paints, watercolor paper, brushes, a full color lesson, mat, coffee and tea, and everything else you need to create watercolor paintings. Andrew Wyeth is a much-loved watercolor painter, and you can learn a lot from studying his work. We will look at some of his paintings and practice his techniques. You will have the choice of either copying one of his paintings or using his techniques and ideas to design your own painting. Please bring a photo of a favorite Wyeth watercolor, and some photos of local landscapes, buildings, etc. that remind you of his paintings. Painting supplies will be provided by the instructor. Bring a lunch. A refrigerator and microwave are available.
Date: Saturday, January 15, 2022
Time: 10 am to 3 pm
Skill Level: This class is open to beginners to advanced painters
Location: Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, VA. Please park on the west side of the building, and come in the double doors (which is the side that faces Route 11).
Cost: $109. This includes all materials.
Registration: Go to www.co.augusta.va.us, then look for "Activities Guide". Click on "Online Registration Site" and look for "Watercolor and Acrylic Painting", where you can register online. Register by January 7. Or call them at 540 245 5600.
Beginning Watercolors (New!)
Offered by the Arts Center in Orange
Have you always wanted to paint with watercolors? Or has it just been a long time since you've painted? Either way, this class may be a great way to get going in watercolor painting. Peg will teach you basic techniques in watercolor, and then lead you through two simple paintings. Her demonstrations will give you valuable tips on color, brush handling, composition and technique. Her color step-by-step lessons will review the demonstration, and help you remember the steps. Finally, her patient individual help will guide you in the right direction.
This class is open to all levels, ages 12 and up. A materials list will be sent, or you may buy a beginning watercolor kit from Peg for $60 (let her know by January 12).
Date: Saturday, January 22, 2022
Time: 10 am to 3 pm
Skill Level: This class is open to beginners to advanced painters
Location: Arts Center in Orange, 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA
Cost: $85
Registration: Go to www.artscenterinorange.com, or call (540)672-7311
Painting Water and Reflections in Watercolor (New!)
Watercolor is the perfect medium for painting water! But it can also be frustrating, if you don't know what you're doing. Join Peg in this one day workshop, and you will have a great start on painting landscapes including water. Peg will lead you through some techniques, do demonstrations, and offer each participant individual help. She will also provide a color, step-by-step lesson, to following class and take home to try again. You will be amazed at what you can learn in this workshop! Please bring your favorite photos of water and reflections.
This class is open to all levels, ages 12 and up. A materials list will be sent, or you may buy a beginning watercolor kit from Peg for $60 (let her know by January 12).
Date: Saturday, February 26, 2022
Time: 10 am to 3 pm
Skill Level: This class is open to beginners to advanced painters
Location: Arts Center in Orange, 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA
Cost: $85
Registration: Go to www.artscenterinorange.com, or call (540)672-7311
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!
