2145 - Watercolor Painting Basics
Course Overview
Watercolor is one of the most rewarding and approachable forms of art. Discover the first steps you need to get started with this wonderful art medium. Explore the playful nature of color mixing, wash, glazing, basic drawing techniques, and how to use brushes and paper.What You'll Learn
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Discover the approachable art medium that is watercolor!
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Learn the nature of color mixing, wash, glazing, and basic drawing techniques for watercolor
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Understand the use of specific brushes and finding the right paper for your project
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Learn how to critique artworks, be able to provide and receive constructive feedback on your works and others
Who Should Attend
Are you a beginner or novice painter? Been fascinated by beautiful watercolors in museums and galleries? Interested in learning how to produce your own beautiful work in this accessible and versatile medium? This is the class for you.Additional Information
Materials List:
- Canson XL Watercolor Pad, 30 sheets 9"x12" 140lb/130grm
- 1 set Royal Brush Soft Grip Round Golden Taklon Fiber Paint Brush Set, Assorted Size, Set of 5
- 1 Sakura Koi Watercolor Half Pan - Set of 24 Sketch Box, Assorted Colors (NOT metallic)
- 1 Richeson Hardboard Flat Panel - 11" x 14" x 1/8"
- 1 Faber Castell kneaded eraser
- 1 2B Tombow graphite Drawing pencil, and a small handheld graphite pencil sharpener
- 1 Mona Lisa Graphite Paper - Black, 9" x 12", Pkg of 2
- 2 pint sized containers for water (plastic cup or jar)
- 1 roll Absorbent Paper Towels
- 1 roll of masking tape
- 1 small plastic watercolor palette (Sakura Koi Watercolor set comes with one)
Materials can be purchased at:
Blick Art Supplies, Michaels, Amazon, Artisan ABQ
UNM Tuition Remission
UNM Staff, Faculty, and Retirees: This class is eligible for UNM Tuition Remission under Personal Enrichment. Click here to see UNM HR's Tuition Remission policy for eligibility and tax liabilities.
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