Knowing where to start is the first step in learning how to paint in watercolors. This class series is designed
for the artist who is new to watercolor, those who are coming from another medium, or anyone who wants
a refresher course in the foundations and fundamentals of watercolor basics.
The Getting Started with Watercolor series is divided into three sessions consisting of 7 classes. With
each session Susie provides easy to follow step-by-step written instructions complete with color
illustrations. You will start your own watercolor notebook that will serve as great reference for your use as
you continue on your watercolor journey.
for the artist who is new to watercolor, those who are coming from another medium, or anyone who wants
a refresher course in the foundations and fundamentals of watercolor basics.
The Getting Started with Watercolor series is divided into three sessions consisting of 7 classes. With
each session Susie provides easy to follow step-by-step written instructions complete with color
illustrations. You will start your own watercolor notebook that will serve as great reference for your use as
you continue on your watercolor journey.
| ~ Session One ~ Part One ~ Understanding and Identifying Watercolor Supplies and Materials |
First, you will get Susie's Watercolor Supplies and Materials (DVD) video which is almost like visiting an art
supply store. In this video, Susie describes and shows you the various types watercolor papers, paints and
brushes, as well as other watercolor supplies you will find useful in your studio. If you are totally new to
watercolor you may want to wait until we get into this session before purchasing your watercolor supplies.
The first class set up for in depth discussion about watercolor supplies and materials to determine what
your needs will be and what is required for this course. You won't paint much during the first class. This will
allow time for those who need to order supplies to have them in hand when we do start the exercises.
supply store. In this video, Susie describes and shows you the various types watercolor papers, paints and
brushes, as well as other watercolor supplies you will find useful in your studio. If you are totally new to
watercolor you may want to wait until we get into this session before purchasing your watercolor supplies.
The first class set up for in depth discussion about watercolor supplies and materials to determine what
your needs will be and what is required for this course. You won't paint much during the first class. This will
allow time for those who need to order supplies to have them in hand when we do start the exercises.
| ~ Session One ~ Part Two ~ Brush strokes and Washes |
Getting acquainted with the differences between the round and the flat brushes used for watercolor painting
will be our first goal. Again, Susie's video will enhance your learning experience as she shows you how to
hold your brushes and do each of these brush strokes. We will work on foundational watercolor techniques
like wet-in-wet, wet-on-dry and other basics such as flat washes and glazes also featured in Susie's video.
will be our first goal. Again, Susie's video will enhance your learning experience as she shows you how to
hold your brushes and do each of these brush strokes. We will work on foundational watercolor techniques
like wet-in-wet, wet-on-dry and other basics such as flat washes and glazes also featured in Susie's video.
| ~ Session Two ~ Color ~ The Split Primary Palette |
The second session begins our comprehensive study on understanding COLOR!
Discussion will include defining terms used in watercolor such as value,
saturation, and hue as well as determining color temperatures. The Color
Wheels and Color Charts you will be painting during this session will serve as
invaluable tools in your watercolor journey.
Discussion will include defining terms used in watercolor such as value,
saturation, and hue as well as determining color temperatures. The Color
Wheels and Color Charts you will be painting during this session will serve as
invaluable tools in your watercolor journey.
| ~ Session Three ~ Paint Characteristics and Personalities |
look at paint properties like transparency, semi-transparent or opaque, staining and non-staining, sedimentary
and granulating. Each color on your palette will have it's own page to chart its characteristics and how it The
third session in this series goes a step further into understanding the watercolor paint in your palette. We
relates and interacts with the other colors on your split primary palette. We will also discuss other popular
paint colors commonly used and where they fit into this concept and palette.
Susie's video will cover each aspect of the course and help you to actually "see" how to do what many of the
basic techniques you will use to paint wonderful watercolors.
and granulating. Each color on your palette will have it's own page to chart its characteristics and how it The
third session in this series goes a step further into understanding the watercolor paint in your palette. We
relates and interacts with the other colors on your split primary palette. We will also discuss other popular
paint colors commonly used and where they fit into this concept and palette.
Susie's video will cover each aspect of the course and help you to actually "see" how to do what many of the
basic techniques you will use to paint wonderful watercolors.
| And a Refresher Course for the Experienced Watercolorist |
| The Getting Started Class curriculum is covered in seven classes, meeting three times in January then twice in February and twice in March. There will be additional exercises to be completed as homework between each session. Dates for the Winter 2011 classes are as follows: Cost $400 ( $150 deposit required with registration with $250 balance paid when class starts. Balance may be paid in 2 installments of $125 each with post dated checks or by credit card using PayPal) |
| ~ 2011 Details ~ Class Dates and Times |
| Click here to register by mail and pay by check |
| Click here to register online and pay by credit card through PayPal |
| Click here to register by mail and pay by check |
| Click here to register online and pay by credit card through PayPal |
Getting Started with
| An Introduction to the Basics For the Beginner |
| Location: Susie Short Studio 1311 Central Ave S - Suite D Kent, WA 98032 253-859-1111 |
| Please DO NOT send mail to this address |
| 7 Sessions -- Saturdays 10:00 am - 1:00 pm January 8 and 15 and 29 February 5 and 19 March 5 and 12 |