Capturing Mood in Watercolor


Date: Six Tuesdays, September 29 - November 3, 2026         
Time:   10 am - 2 pm. Pack a lunch.
Location: Shenandoah Valley Art Center, 416 Main St. classroom,  Waynesboro VA
Level: Beginner to advanced.  
Cost: $260
Register:  Go back to the menu, and click on "Registration for "Capturing Mood in Watercolor".
Print the page, and follow the instructions at the bottom. Registration is open from August 21 - September 22.   Note: refunds of a $50 deposit cannot be issued for cancellations after September 22.  Class size is limited, and usually fills.
NOTE: This class is already full.  There are 4 on the waiting list.  

Some watercolor paintings immediately draw us in - through striking color, simple shapes, expressive brushwork, thoughtful line, or strong composition.  These are often the paintings that win awards and sell.  Wouldn't it be exciting to learn how to creat watercolor paintings with mood and impact?

In the six weeks of this class, we will study how other artists have achieved success in creating mood in a painting.  We will look at elements such as color, edge quality, composition, and value range.  We'll see how brush strokes can convey mood, also. Each week, we will practice one or two of these elements in our watercolor paintings. We will use our own references, and our memeories, to turn a humdrum scene into one with emotion and life.  We'll learn how to create paintings that exude different moods, such as peace, joy, excitement, contemplation, mystery or any mood you'd like to explore.  In the menatime, we will practice several watercolor techniques. 

Instruction concsist of guided demonstrations, color worksheets, and individual support.  Students will have the opportunity to select their own subject matter, with an emphasis on experimentation throughout the course.  

If you're ready to stop copying photos and start learning how to paint with emotion and impact, this may be the perfect class for you!
  


Autumn in the Blue Ridge

Date: Monday, October 12, 2026
Time: 10-4, bring your own lunch
Location: The Workshop at Timber Ridge
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Cost: $170
Register: https://www.draimefineart.com/workshops
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We are fortunate to live in a region that is especially beautiful in the fall.  Sometimes it is difficult to show that beauty in a painting.  Peg will lead you through two fall landscapes of our area, with step-by-step demonstrations.  She will also provide color worksheets and individual help.   You will go home with two watercolors (you may have to put the finishing touches on at home). Learn why Peg is the most popular watercolor instructor in the region, and many of her classes sell out.  Sign up with a friend, and have even more fun!  Space in this class is limited, so don’t wait to sign up. A materials list will be provided. Bring your favorite photos of fall in the area. 



Forest Scenes in Watercolor

​Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
Time: 10-4
Location: The Workshop at Timber Ridge, 1178 Reid Road, Lexington VA  24450
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Cost: $175 (supplies $15 extra or bring your own)
Register: https://www.theworkshopattimberridge.com/forest-scenes-watercolor-workshop

Learn fun ways to paint a forest in this informative workshop!  We will use brushes mat board, foam core, sponges, brushes, and salt to make woodland scenes of any season of the year, including fall.  You will learn new techniques, tips on composition, and how to choose colors that will work well in a painting.  Bring photos of forest scenes (Peg will have some too).  Peg will provide color worksheets, demonstrations, one-on-one help, and critiques.  Register with a friend, and make it even more fun!  This workshop is suitable for beginners to advanced painters.  No experience is necessary!  

Note: A materials list will be provided, OR you my have all materials provided for you for an additional $15.  



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Comments from students in my last class:

"Peg Sheridan surpasses any expectations anyone could have.  She is very knowledgeable of all types of watercolor artists' styles and expressions.  Unlike most, she is able to share that with her students in a way that inspires.  Peg goes way behond what one would expect for prepping and delivering a wonderful lesson.  She is very kind and always offering a positive comment to help each individual improve. She is a talented artist, a great teacher, and a person anyone would benefit in knowing.  I am so happy I joined her classes."

"Excellent class!! I loved all of it.  Critiques were very helpful.  I also liked the color         worksheets; they are so helpful to refer back to.  I also like the demos with the clear acetate for help on making corrections or improving a painting.  I really appreciate that every time you gave feedback, it was very constructive/positive/supportive.  You rock!"
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"This class was very helpful.  You introduced new techniques and took me outside of my comfort zone.  I learned new ways of layering and painting landscapes."


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Don't have supplies?  You can buy a kit from me.  Contact me at least 2 weeks before the class.  The kits have everything you need, plus plenty of paint for several months of painting.  They are $85. 

Questions?  Contact Peg:   [email protected]  

To keep updated on my classes and see sample paintings for these workshops, follow me on Facebook at Peg Sheridan Art

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!
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