This Level II class is designed for not-absolutely-beginner and intermediate artists to learn watercolor painting from a professional instructor. Interpreting what we think and see with lines, colors, shapes, and textures is satisfying and gives us fresh perspectives on how we paint. We will explore some concepts and techniques and create patterns from what we observe in nature!
Bring your own watercolor paints, a good selection of round, flat, liner brushes, watercolor paper, 2 containers for water, some sort of pan for mixing, a pencil and eraser. You may also want to bring fine line markers and opaque pens.

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This class is designed for beginner and intermediate artists to learn watercolor principles and techniques. Breathe life and substance into your painting with value, shading, shadow. What are they, how can we use them to create shape and depth and capture the effects of light on objects.

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This meet-up is for people who are interested in sketching urban scenes and capturing the environment around yourself. By using a pen, pencils, andor color pencils we will learn how to draw the environment and capture what you see surrounding the urban scene.

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Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this session we will explore the key principles of composition including rule of thirds, leading lines, framing, and symmetry. You will learn how to see the world through a photographer's eye and create more compelling images.

Perfect for photographers who want to move beyond point-and-shoot mentality and start creating intentionally composed shots.

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We will learn a variety of essential brushstrokes as well as brush holding position and loading paint properly to achieve different effects. After practicing these skills, we will put what we are learning together into a floral arrangement.
Watercolors, two water containers, pencil and eraser, watercolor paper your choice, but 100 cotton is recommended. Bring a selection of brushes, including several round and flat brushes, and a liner.

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Unlock your creative potential at this incredibly immersive event where you can master the art of still life drawing. This hands-on experience guides you thoroughly through the crux of still life - proportions. This fundamental lesson will empower your ability to capture life's grandeur, reflecting anatomical accuracy. Experience the joy of drawing with us and be prepared to broaden your artistic horizons.

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In this session we'll be looking at how we can challenge ourselves to find new viewpoints and perspectives in photography.

We'll explore different angles, heights, and positions to transform ordinary scenes into compelling images. This session will help you think creatively about framing and composition.

Great for photographers looking to add variety to their portfolio.

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A perfect FIRST CLASS, this beginner-oriented opportunity explores some of the enormous assortment of supplies that are marketed to watercolorists. Paper. Paints. Brushes. How many colors ARE there? How much do I need to spend? How fancy or professional does it need to be? The beginning of our time together will involve explanation of different materials that are available and how to understand what is distinct about them. After this introduction, you will have the opportunity to use samples of a variety of materials from economy to what can be used professionally. I'll provide examples of moths and butterflies as subjects for you to work from. From this experience, you should walk away with not only an understanding of the materials, but a personal opinion on how they perform for you. You should not need any materials for the class, but are welcome to bring them.

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Worldbuilding is the art and process of creating a fictional universe. One of the first things a worldbuilder does is create their own map to get a quick reference to how big the world is. In this class we're going to be creating a world map for your fantasy world. You'll also learn about useful resources to build both digitally and traditionally.

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Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will explore what makes a striking black and white image, with the use of strong lighting, shadows, textures, and contrast. Learn to see the world in tones and create powerful monochromatic images.

Great for photographers looking to expand their creative skills.

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In this class, we will be learning how to make a Mandala. A Mandala is a figured design that represented the universe in Hindu and Buddhist symbolism.Mandalas often have a symmetrical design with repeating geometric patterns that are bold and colorful.

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If you are a real beginner, this is perfect for you! This class is designed to introduce beginners to basics and develop watercolor skills. We will learn and practice washes, gradients, wet on wet, wet on dry, masking, resist and other techniques. We will paint a small composition to put these skills together. This is a great opportunity for practicing basic skills you will need for other classes.

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