Watercolor Foundations: Paper Stretching & Essential Watercolor Techniques with Michelle Montes

Watercolor Foundations: Paper Stretching & Essential Watercolor Techniques with Michelle Montes

Saturday, October 10, 2026 
10 AM - 1 PM
All Levels Welcome, no experience necessary
Number of Students: Max 10
$40, all supplies provided

Introducing Michelle Montes, a professional watercolor artist and paper specialist at Hahnemühle. Join Michelle for a hands-on workshop, where we'll revisit the foundational skills that are often skipped — starting with the most important one: stretching your own watercolor paper.

Instead of relying on pre-stretched blocks, you'll learn a reliable method for creating a flat, drum-tight surface that won't buckle under heavy washes. Then, you'll apply it immediately to core techniques:

• Smooth, even gradation washes
• Controlled wet-into-wet effects on stretched paper
• Effective application and removal of masking fluid

Stretching your own paper gives you predictable water flow, cleaner edges, fewer blooms and back-runs, easier lifting and reworking, and a noticeably more professional finish. Large washes, crisp details, and subtle textures all become far easier to achieve.

All supplies are provided. Space is limited — bring your questions and get ready to paint!

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.