Workshops


2013 Workshops and Classes

Essentials of Watercolor Workshop 1

The mystery to watercolor is solved. This is a complete and thorough introduction to the essentials of watercolor. You will learn basic techniques to planning and understanding how a watercolor is created. In depth review of paints, paper, brushes, palettes, different wash techniques and so more. Begin learning about mixing colors and brush control. Layering washes, working from light to dark and large to small all help you understand this fluid medium. Gain control and gain confidence. It’s easy, fun and you will leave with a clear understanding of how to build a watercolor.

Understanding how to paint in watercolor can be both fun and fulfilling. You are two thirds water and so is your painting.


Date & Time: July 14, 2013 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location: The Word is Art
Address: 9345 Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
Registration: 310-558-0856 or register on line at thewordisart.com


I will be announcing locations for my upcoming 2013 Art Workshops for Spring and Summer


Essentials of Watercolor Workshop 2

A continuation of the mystery to watercolor is solved.  This is a complete and thorough introduction to the essentials of watercolor. You will learn basic techniques to planning and understanding how a watercolor is created. In depth review of paints, paper, brushes, palettes, different wash techniques and so more. Begin learning about mixing colors and brush control. Layering washes, working from light to dark and large to small all help you understand this fluid medium. Gain control and gain confidence. It’s easy, fun and you will leave with a clear understanding of how to build a watercolor.

Additionally you will be creating watercolors to place onto greeting or note cards. There will be additional papers, glue, glitter for assembling your watercolors and making beautiful cards out of them.

Understanding how to paint in watercolor can be both fun and fulfilling. You are two thirds water and so is your painting.



Essentials of Watercolor Workshop 3

Continuing to solve the mystery to watercolor.  This is a complete and thorough introduction to the essentials of watercolor. You will learn more advanced techniques to planning and understanding how a watercolor is created. More in depth reviews of paints, paper, brushes, palettes, different wash techniques and so much more. Continue learning about mixing colors and brush control. Layering washes onto landscapes, seascapes or still lifes. Gain control and gain more confidence. It’s easy, fun and you will leave with a clear understanding of how to build a watercolor.

Understanding how to paint in watercolor can be both fun and fulfilling. You are two thirds water and so is your painting.



Essentials of  Drawing Class - To be announced


Whether you are a budding artist or just want a refresher in drawing, this class is for you to learn how to draw better. You will learn to develop an understanding of proportions and gain knowledge of good composition. Learn how to see shapes within objects and to draw a still life more accurately. You will take the mystery out of correcting your art by using tools developed from the old European master artists.

Understanding how to draw is the basic foundation in creating artwork you can be proud of to display and show. Live your life as an artist and accepting compliments gracefully.




Essential Chinese Watercolor Workshop - To be announced


Learn to express yourself through Chinese watercolor painting. This is a essential foundation workshop allowing you to gain knowledge in holding a brush, mixing paints, and creating work that has a deeper, more thoughtful meaning. We will be painting simple elements including petals, flowers, branches, birds, and nature – all the natural elements that honor this old eastern tradition. Practice directional flow of brush strokes. Learn how to be humble and fabulous at the same time.

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