Dive into a freestyle seaside painting with ease and joy! The watercolor seascape painting class is designed for beginners who want to get familiar and comfortable exploring watercolors. Great for ages 10 and up. Objectives Identify watercolor techniques. Example, wet on wet, wet on dry, blotting. Students will explore the medium watercolor paints and experiment with different techniques as demonstrated by instructor.Students will apply knowledge of basic color mixing. Identify and apply values in watercolors. Prerequisites Recommended Gabie paints, please paint in the color swatch before class starts. Materials and supplies. Strathmore 300 series watercolor paper and Grabbie watercolor paint set.

Theme - The Rising Phoenix Energy Technique - Abstract, Palette knife Style - Expressionism Objectives (1). How to associate emotion with color through the instructor’s application demonstration. (2). How to tap into your creative energy. (3). Identify and apply basic abstract palette knife techniques. (4). Ability to identify and begin your own journey through the use of art. Prerequisites Review all materials and supplies before starting the course. Prep canvas with Gesso (this step is optional).  Recommend doing a 10 minute mediation prior to starting the course. Mediation aids in quieting and connecting the mind, body, and soul through the use of breath work and visualization techniques.  Create a space to work in that makes you feel good. (Optional) Resources and Materials (All materials and supplies can be found at your local arts and crafts store or amazon). Attach are links to websites for materials and supplies, background information, and recommended meditations. Websites Free emotion color wheel downloads by Abby Vanmuijen. Visit: https://www.avanmuijen.com/watercolor-emotion-wheel Background information on “The Rising Phoenix”. Visit: https://worldbirds.com/phoenix-symbolism/ Palette knifes. Visit: https://www.michaels.com/search?q=palette knifes Acceptable paints -> Artist loft, golden, liquitex, folk art, basics. (Choose colors that speak to you). Visit: https://www.michaels.com/search?q=paints Gesso. Visit: https://www.michaels.com/search?q=gesso Brushes. Visit: https://www.michaels.com/product/white-synthetic-brushes-by-artists-loft-necessities-10122057?michaelsStore=4716&inv=11 Paper plate cup of water Paper towels modeling paste Canvas. Choose any size that works for you. This course will be demonstrated on a 12x12 canvas. Visit: https://www.michaels.com/search?q=canvases