This class is a great introduction to watercolor techniques for botanical art. We will explore Claret hedgehog cactus blooms through a unique medium that has been used by artists and illustrators throughout the years. These plants are native to the Sonoran Desert and a wonderful bright delight when they bloom!

Main Concepts:

• Basics in watercolor color application & techniques

• Discover organic shapes and line contour

Details

This class is virtual via ZOOM.

Class participants will receive a Zoom link for the live class two hours before the class begins.

All online classes are recorded and participants receive a video replay that is available for two weeks after the date of the class.

20% TBG Member discount.

Art materials are not included in the price of this class. Please provide your own materials.

Materials Needed:

• 2H or 4H, & HB pencil, eraser (Streader), kneaded eraser & ruler

• 140lb 9”x12” Cold Watercolor paper (Hot press paper can be used too)

• Watercolor – Main ones used in this class: Winsor & Newton-, Winsor yellow, Sap green, Ultramarine blue, Alizarin Red, Deep Cadmium red, burnt sienna – (May substitute brand)

• 3 Round brushes: #4 Long Round, #6 Long Round, #3 or #5 Synthetic inexpensive brush for mixing

• 2 water jars/cups, towel or paper towel

• Mixing palette

• Optional – Small spray bottle or eye dropper

• Optional – Colored Pencils – Verithin Prisma color pencils work best

• Photo of Claret Hedgehog Blooms (A few photos will be sent out the week of class)

• Optional before workshop – tracing options: Tracing paper, light box or bright window to transfer subject to watercolor paper

Date: 02/22/2023

Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm AZ TIME

Price: $30

Class availability limitations: None