Color Theory in Watercolor with Pam Benoit

Color Theory in Watercolor with Pam Benoit

Saturday, June 6, 2026 
10 AM - 4 PM
All Levels Welcome, Some Experience Needed
Number of Students: Max 8
$125, supplies needed, lunch provided

This workshop is designed for watercolor artists seeking to deepen their understanding of color theory and improve their color mixing skills. The workshop includes a color theory refresher; mixing warm, cool, and neutral colors; understanding the characteristics of watercolor pigment (granulation, staining, layering), and value control.  Through a blend of demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and guided practice, participants will explore color relationships, learn to achieve vibrant and harmonious mixes, and gain greater confidence in their color choices.

Supplies Needed:

• Pigments (Pam prefers Daniel Smith tubes but you can choose pans or another brand)
  • Ultramarine Blue or Warm blue
  • Phthalo blue or Cool blue
  • Pyrrol Red or Warm red
  • Quinacridone Rose or Cool red
  • New Gamboge or Warm yellow
  • Hansa Yellow Light or Cool yellow

• Number 2 or mechanical pencil
• Kneaded Eraser
• Water cups
• Tissues
• Watercolor Brushes (Rounds in several sizes (10, 12, 6);  Quill/Mop, Detail brush)
• Watercolor Paper (cold press, 140 lb or 300 lb; multiple 9x12 sheets )
• Palette with several wells for mixing (Pam prefers the ceramic palettes but you can bring what you have)
• Board and painter’s tape

UPDATED CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations made 14 days or more in advance of the event will receive a refund equal to 50% of the cost of the event. Cancellations made within 14 days of the event will not receive a refund. This will help ensure that the instructor will be paid for their time and effort of teaching the event.