Watercolor Magic: Basics for Beginners (March) with Pam Benoit
Watercolor Magic: Basics for Beginners (March) with Pam Benoit
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2025
5:30 to 7:30 pm
$125 for 4 classes, supplies needed
Limited to 10 students
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Discover the joy of watercolor painting in this hands-on class designed for beginners. Led by local artist Pam Benoit, this course will guide you through the fundamentals of watercolor, helping you build a strong foundation in the medium. Over the course of the class, Pam will introduce essential techniques, including wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry methods, as well as color theory and composition.
You'll learn how to choose the right materials, from brushes to paper, and gain confidence in selecting the perfect colors to bring your artistic vision to life. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or looking to refine your skills, Pam’s expert guidance will ensure you leave with a deeper understanding of the creative possibilities that watercolor offers.
Come ready to explore, experiment, and create in a welcoming and supportive environment!
Week 1: Mastering Watercolor Techniques
Week 2: Color Theory, Values, and Color Mixing
Week 3: Common Issues and How to Fix Them
Week 4: Learning to Analyze Your Work and the Work of Others
Level
This class is appropriate for beginners to more experienced painters. Covers basic watercolor painting techniques and provides individual assistance. No prior experience is required.
Pam Benoit is an award-winning teacher with a lengthy career teaching communication at universities. I’ve taught multiple watercolor workshops to beginners for various groups at UAB. Recently, I taught a floral watercolor workshop at Four Seasons Gallery. I really enjoy using my teaching expertise to assist individuals to have a successful painting experience.|
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Most Economical |
Great Quality |
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Palette |
Plastic or Glass Plate; plastic palette |
Multiple palettes with plenty of space for mixing; Choose material you like best |
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Watercolor paper |
140 lb Student grade paper (Canson) |
Various types of paper, formats, and substrates for watercolor; Arches, Fabriano, Saunders Waterford |
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Watercolor paints |
Student grade paints- can do a set or 3 primaries |
Professional paints -Daniel Smith; Choose pan or tubes depending on how you paint |
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Brushes |
Round brush (6 or 8) and a small detail brush |
Assortment of types of brushes and sizes |
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Tissue |
Couple of facial tissues |
Tissues and paper towels |
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Kneaded eraser |
Faber-Castell |
Faber-Castell |
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Water container |
Old plastic cup |
Multiple containers |
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Pencil |
Number 2 pencil |
Mechanical pencil or a hard pencil |
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Tape |
Masking tape |
Painter’s tape |
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Board |
Piece of thick cardboard larger than paper |
Assorted sizes of boards, plexiglass, varnished wood |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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