Painting Birds in Watercolor Paintings w/ Denise Cole -Saturday. May 30, 10:30-4:30: All Levels



Painting Birds in Watercolor Paintings w/ Denise Cole -Saturday. May 30, 10:30-4:30: All Levels
New Date! Saturday, May 30 / 10:30-4:30
All Levels Welcome, Including Beginners!
Bird Fest is just around the corner and we invite you to celebrate the beauty of nature in this joyful watercolor class. Denise will guide you step by step in creating charming paintings of a variety of birds in their natural environments.
With over 26 years of teaching experience, Denise makes watercolor approachable for all skill levels, sharing favorite tips and techniques along the way. Students will leave with one or two finished paintings and a deeper appreciation for how simple, fun, and rewarding watercolor can be. Perfect for beginners and intermediate painters—come build your skills and share the joy with family and friends!
More information is below.
Description: With step-by step methods, Denise will guide each student to follow their own creative inspiration using photos as their reference.
Supply List: You can purchase your quality art supplies at Artspot and receive a 10% discount on all their art supplies.
Photos to paint from (Our studio will have some to select from as well)
Palette:
Watercolor palette with lid - John Pike or similar covered palette with space for mixing paints
Paper and Support:
You may cut-up cold or hot press 140lb or 300lb watercolor paper such as Arches or Fabriano to any size you wish to work in. (bring a board to tape paper on)
Paints:
A varied assortment of good-quality watercolors
If you wish to buy paints individually, this is Denise’s basic color. If you have a good quality larger sized travel set with several colors, that will work as well
Suggested Colors: (Daniel Smith or M. Graham are excellent brands)
Hansa Yellow
Quinacridone Red
Ultramarine Blue
Phthalo Blue
Sap Green or Green Gold
Quinacridone Sienna
Quinacridone Gold
Quinacridone Magenta or Permanent Rose
Cobalt Teal
White Gouache - if you wish to paint snow
Watercolor Brushes: Good quality synthetic or sable brushes
½” Flat
#8 Round & #2 Round
Small - medium squirrel mop brush or sumi brush
Optional - Medium cat tongue or oval brush (Silver brush…)
Or your favorite watercolor brushes
Other:
Masking tape
Old toothbrush
Paper towels
Bic Pencil
Kneadable eraser
Spray water bottle
Ruler
Scissors
