Explore the Nuances of Watercolor Pencils

While this 3-session class is an extension of the earlier "Explore the Versatility of Watercolor Pencils" course, new students, who have fundamental experience with this multifaceted medium are welcome.  In these additional sessions, we will delve deeper into the variations of activating (dissolving) the colors that had initially been drawn with dry pencil strokes. Students will learn how layering of different colors can intensify contrast, which will make your artwork even more striking. We'll also cover the opposite effect by using more water in order to create works that feel more ethereal.

-----Materials:

• a set of at least 12 colors of watercolor (not wax-based) pencils. (Castle Arts brand or similar)

• 9" X 12" or larger pad of watercolor paper, based on your personal preference, either cold press (lightly textured surface), or hot press (smoother surface for more detailed drawing)

• graphite pencil for light sketching

• kneaded eraser

• hand-held pencil sharpener

• 3-piece set of refillable water brush pens, aka aqua-pens (Jokoti or similar)

• small travel size box of cotton swabs

To attend this series, register for the first class on July 11. You will be considered signed up for all three: 7/11, 18 and 25.