Beginner Watercolor Three-Part Class with Sylvia Gortz: Session 1
Discover the beauty of watercolor in this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop designed to build confidence and creativity. Over three sessions, students will learn essential techniques such as washes, blending, and simple shading while painting a pear still life and a colorful landscape. Step-by-step guidance makes the process approachable, helping you understand how watercolor works while developing your own loose, expressive style. No experience necessary—just come ready to paint and enjoy the process. This three-session workshop introduces the basics of watercolor painting in a relaxed, supportive environment. Students will learn fundamental techniques while creating two simple paintings: a pear still life and a basic landscape.
Session 1: Watercolor Basics & Pear Study
Students are introduced to watercolor materials, brushes, paper, and color mixing. Basic techniques such as wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, washes, and simple shading are demonstrated. Participants begin painting a simple pear, focusing on shape, light, shadow, and color blending.
DATES: Fridays, April 24, May 1 & 8 (1:30 - 3:30pm)
LOCATION: OMAM Classroom (78 E. Granada Blvd)
TUITION: $180 Current OMAM Members; $200 Future Members
Supplies and instruction for all three sessions are included with tuition. No prior experience is required. All levels are welcome. Registration closes when workshop is full!
