The Joys of Watercolor (May) with Pam Benoit
The Joys of Watercolor (May) with Pam Benoit
Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21 & 28, 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 both beginner and intermediate painters. Led by local artist Pam Benoit, this course will help you master watercolor techniques and color. In the class, Pam will show you how to address the most common watercolor problems.
Through fun exercises and projects, you’ll master the wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and dry brush techniques. You’ll learn about the properties of your paint. 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!
Level
This class is appropriate for beginners and intermediate painters. Covers basic watercolor painting techniques and provides individual assistance. No prior experience is required. Intermediate painters will gain a deeper understanding of the foundational concepts of watercolor.
Pam Benoit is an award-winning teacher with a lengthy career teaching communication at universities. She has taught watercolor classes at Forstall and Four Seasons Gallery. She loves helping other artists find their joy through watercolors
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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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