Capturing the Glow in Watercolor w/ Ron Stocke - Feb 7-8 : Advanced Beginners to Intermediate
Capturing the Glow in Watercolor w/ Ron Stocke - Feb 7-8 : Advanced Beginners to Intermediate
Saturday & Sunday / February 7 - 8 / 10:30-4:30 pm
Learn to capture the magic of light in watercolor with award-winning artist Ron Stocke. Creating the illusion of light isn’t difficult once you understand the process—and in this two-day workshop, Ron will guide you step-by-step through his proven techniques for achieving that radiant glow in your paintings.
Whether you’re painting landscapes, interiors, or nocturnes, the principles remain the same. Ron will demonstrate how bold washes, strong contrasts, and energetic brushwork can bring vibrancy and atmosphere to your work. Join us for an inspiring and hands-on class that will transform the way you see and paint light.
Ron’s students will leave feeling encouraged to paint with energy, mood, and expression, and be on the road to finding their “voice” as an artist.
More Information below.
Sharing his warm and encouraging style, Ron will guide you through the simple steps to create great paintings.
SUPPLY LIST : Most supplies are available at Art Spot in downtown Edmonds for 10% off to all students!
M Graham or other professional brand are fine.
Ultramarine Blue
Burnt Sienna
Yellow Ochre
Cad Yellow Lt
Cerulean Blue
Alizarin Crimson
Dioxazine Purple
Cad Red Lt
Sap Green
Chinese White
Sepia
Specialty Colors: Optional but recommended
Maroon Perylene
Lavender
Azo Orange
Cobalt Teal
Brushes:
Large round & Flat brushes: Any large rounds & flats you have, in natural hair or good quality synthetics will be great for this class. Silver Brush, Connoisseur brushes, Princeton all make good quality brushes.
Round brushes: size 6, 10 & 16 (the 16 round can be substituted with a #12 squirrel quill which is very large)
Flat brushes: ½” and 1 ½ to 2”
Optional: ½ - ¾” dagger or rigger and one scrubber brush (any size)
Paper: Ron prefers Saunders or Waterford - other brands are acceptable.
Arches, Saunders or Fabriano 140lb Cold Press watercolor paper
Each student should have a full sheet per day. You will be encouraged to work on 1/2 sheet size or W/C Block size 12x16 and larger
Other:
Reference photos- This will be a studio workshop, so bring reference photos of any subject that inspires you to paint. 4x6 or 5x7 sizes are recommended. Please print photos before coming to class (or use on your device).
Support - Ron paints on an easel. Students should bring gator board/painting board to support their paintings. An egg carton or a roll of paper towel can provide a good angle under your support. If you’d prefer an easel, the facility has plenty to borrow.
Palette: a large flat or folding palette with a lid. Ron likes the Weber metal palette, but the John Pike or other similar flat palettes are great too.
Pencil or lead holder
Kitchen or sea sponge
watercolor container
artist tape or masking tape
Paper towels
Spray bottles
Location: Cole Art Studio, located in the lower level of Cole Gallery , 107 5th Ave. S., Edmonds, WA 98020.
