MAKE TIME TO RELAX, UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVITY & EXPRESS YOURSELF.
Discover the beautiful, expressive world of watercolor painting at The Art Studio NY, NYC's #1-rated art studio! Whether you've always wanted to learn to paint, are returning to art after many years, or simply want to make more time for yourself, this welcoming beginner watercolor painting class offers the perfect opportunity to relax, explore your creativity and enjoy the process of learning something new.
Led by a professional NYC Artist Educator, this small group watercolor class combines personalized, one-on-one instruction with step-by-step demonstrations, the learning of essential watercolor techniques, and encouragement for creative exploration. From color mixing, expressive palettes, wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry methods, to washes, glazing, layering, brushwork and texture, you'll develop your watercolor painting skills while creating original paintings inspired by nature, flowers, still life, landscapes, abstraction and more, all while discovering your own unique artistic style.No need to worry if you've ever thought, "I have no creative talent!" You'll be encouraged at every step, regardless of your experience or skill level. More than just a painting class, this is time carved out just for you: An opportunity to unwind, meet like-minded people, express yourself and experience the joy of learning something new.
" It was such a breath of fresh air to be in a creative environment focused on learning and encouragement. Thank you! I can't believe how much I learned in such a short time." — The Art Studio NY Student
IN THIS NYC BEGINNER WATERCOLOR PAINTING CLASS, YOU WILL:
Learn foundational watercolor painting techniques, including color mixing, washes, wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, glazing, layering and brushwork
- Explore color, light, value, contrast, composition and texture to create beautiful, expressive paintings
- Experiment with a variety of subject matter, including flowers, still life, landscapes and abstract expression
- Receive personalized, one-on-one instruction and encouraging feedback from a professional NYC artist educator
- Build artistic confidence and discover your own unique creative style
- Relax, unwind and make meaningful time for yourself through the joy of painting
- Connect with fellow creative adults in a warm, welcoming art studio community
- Create original watercolor paintings you'll feel proud to display in your home
- Enjoy the benefits of making art, including stress relief, improved focus, self-expression and a greater sense of well-being
- Become part of our private VIP student community Facebook group and continue connecting beyond the classroom
This is one session of Watercolor Painting for Total Beginners
Art Class Materials:
Materials are not included.
For Watercolor you will need:
- Watercolor Paper (any size you prefer and preferably at least 140 lbs),
- Watercolor Paint Set (Watercolor Pan sets are great for beginners),
- Paint Palette or Plate where you can mix your paint
- Watercolor Brushes (2 rounds and 2 flats- such as 4s and 12s which are big and small varieties),
- cup/jar for water,
- Painter's Masking Tape such as Frog Tape
- Pencil and sharpener
- Eraser- white vinyl or kneaded is fine
- Optional: Any thin water-resistant black or white pens such as Micron Ink Pens, Acrylic Paint Pens, Gelly Roll, Sharpie
- Optional: Masking Fluid -not needed for short courses
